RS Package worth it on an LT1?

avmac1098 · 11-03-2021, 08:32 PM

I am possibly ordering an LT1 soon and am torn over whether to add the RS package or not. I love the look of the tinted tail lights and from what I understand, the RS headlights are better than the stock ones. But since the LT1 already comes with 20 inch wheels, I don't know if tinted lights and RS badge are worth the over $1,000 upgrade. Can anyone with an LT1 shed some light on this? I'd love to hear opinions thanks in advance!

FarmerFran · 11-03-2021, 08:38 PM

IMHO,

The point of a LT1 is to be a LT1... getting RS, and this and that - just get a 1 or 2 SS

10mm · 11-03-2021, 08:38 PM

Its $2k for clear tailights..meh

At least get the tech pkg.

ModernCamaroZ28Fan · 11-03-2021, 08:41 PM

If you really like the looks of the RS, then get that package. It'll still get you cheaper than an SS even with a few more options added to it, but that gap always closes. I personally wouldn't touch an LT1 without the package because the car looks too bland. But, some people may like it.

If you just want the tinted lights, it's a seperate package that is only a 600 dollar update if I can recall.

Always remember to get the car that you makes you want to look back at as you walk away to the grocery store.

TacticalByte · 11-03-2021, 08:47 PM

You do know the RS package comes with more than just badging and dark tented tail lights right?

Here's everything included in that package, it does include a deck lid spoiler as well.

20" 5-split-spoke premium Gray-painted, machined-face, aluminum wheels on LT models
Signature LED lighting
Dark tint taillamps
Black front and rear bowtie emblems
RS-specific front grilles
Decklid-mounted lip spoiler on Coupe models (Stanchion spoiler standard on Convertible models)
Body-color fin-style antenna on 1LT, 2LT and LT1 Coupe (standard on 3LT Coupe and all Convertible models)

TacticalByte · 11-03-2021, 08:51 PM

Also, you can swap out the wheels at no or minimal cost after adding the RS package. The carbon flash wheels only added an additional $100 to my MSRP.

Above anything, RS and Tech packages at minimum are worth it on the LT1 and keeps it still far from the SS base MSRP tag.

stlrammer · 11-03-2021, 09:38 PM

If I was going in for the LT1 I my options would be the new orange metallic or 21 cherry metallic, RS style spoiler and potentially a single black stripe down the middle. The standard 6 speed stick will be awesome on this car. If you go RS you may want to stretch a couple grand and get the 1 SS.

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q...tail&FORM=VIRE

Malbjey · 11-03-2021, 10:00 PM

Skip the RS package and get the NPP exhaust instead!!!!

IMHO the only thing worth it on the RS package as the different headlights but even then the NPP exhaust is a much better buy.

sactownbwoy · 11-03-2021, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TacticalByte

You do know the RS package comes with more than just badging and dark tented tail lights right?

Here's everything included in that package, it does include a deck lid spoiler as well.

20" 5-split-spoke premium Gray-painted, machined-face, aluminum wheels on LT models
Signature LED lighting
Dark tint taillamps
Black front and rear bowtie emblems
RS-specific front grilles
Decklid-mounted lip spoiler on Coupe models (Stanchion spoiler standard on Convertible models)
Body-color fin-style antenna on 1LT, 2LT and LT1 Coupe (standard on 3LT Coupe and all Convertible models)

Some of that is already stock with the LT1. My LT1 came with body color antenna and black front and rear bowties.

But back to the OP, just get what you want. To me, the RS package isn't worth it for the LT1. The only thing that's worthwhile for me is the dark tint taillights.

95 imp · 11-03-2021, 10:35 PM

I had the dealer throw in the dark tails as part of the deal when I ordered it.

LT4Greg · 11-03-2021, 10:51 PM

Get what you want avmac!��

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Camarokid1996 · 11-04-2021, 06:12 AM

I don't understand why people ask these questions as only they can decide if it's worth it as they're the ones buying the car. Do you want to spend $1,000+ on some super ugly headlights and tinted tail lights? I wouldn't. Get the tech pack and a spoiler

LT1ornothing · 11-04-2021, 08:48 AM

I'm going to disagree with most here. Save as much as you can on your LT1 purchase so that you can immediately upgrade the biggest issue with the LT1: traction. The LT1 NEEDS wider rear wheels and a stickier tire, otherwise, full throttle below 60 mph will be useless.

11-03-2021, 08:32 PM	#1
avmac1098 Drives: 2022 Camaro LT1 Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: NJ Posts: 37	RS Package worth it on an LT1? I am possibly ordering an LT1 soon and am torn over whether to add the RS package or not. I love the look of the tinted tail lights and from what I understand, the RS headlights are better than the stock ones. But since the LT1 already comes with 20 inch wheels, I don't know if tinted lights and RS badge are worth the over $1,000 upgrade. Can anyone with an LT1 shed some light on this? I'd love to hear opinions thanks in advance! __________________ Ordered 2022 2LT V6 Riverside Blue Metallic July 31: 1100 status October 30: Changed order to LT1 V8 (still at 1100) January 6: Cancelled Order January 6: Bought a Riverside Blue LT1 V8 in-transit to a dealer January 19: Expected delivery!!!! January 21: Received

11-03-2021, 08:38 PM	#2
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,031	IMHO, The point of a LT1 is to be a LT1... getting RS, and this and that - just get a 1 or 2 SS __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

11-03-2021, 08:41 PM	#4
ModernCamaroZ28Fan LT1_Radenso Drives: a 2 spd water bottle Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: In your trunk Posts: 293	If you really like the looks of the RS, then get that package. It'll still get you cheaper than an SS even with a few more options added to it, but that gap always closes. I personally wouldn't touch an LT1 without the package because the car looks too bland. But, some people may like it. If you just want the tinted lights, it's a seperate package that is only a 600 dollar update if I can recall. Always remember to get the car that you makes you want to look back at as you walk away to the grocery store. __________________

11-03-2021, 08:47 PM	#5
TacticalByte GM Employee Drives: 2022 LT1 w/ RS+Tech Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Michigan Posts: 101	You do know the RS package comes with more than just badging and dark tented tail lights right? Here's everything included in that package, it does include a deck lid spoiler as well. 20" 5-split-spoke premium Gray-painted, machined-face, aluminum wheels on LT models Signature LED lighting Dark tint taillamps Black front and rear bowtie emblems RS-specific front grilles Decklid-mounted lip spoiler on Coupe models (Stanchion spoiler standard on Convertible models) Body-color fin-style antenna on 1LT, 2LT and LT1 Coupe (standard on 3LT Coupe and all Convertible models) __________________ 2022 LT1 Summit White - A10 RS \| Technology \| Satin Black Appearance \| Sunroof \| Dual Mode \| Carbon Flash Wheels \| Illuminated Sill Plates \| White Door Trim 09/01/2021: 1100 \| 09/24/2021: 2000 09/29/2021: 3000 \| 10/05/2021: 3100 \| 10/11/2021: 3400 \| 10/26/2021: 3800 (TPW 10/25/2021) JCT - Picked and Paired: 11/04/2021 \| Dispatched: 11/05/2021 \| Delivered: 11/08/2021

11-03-2021, 08:51 PM	#6
TacticalByte GM Employee Drives: 2022 LT1 w/ RS+Tech Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Michigan Posts: 101	Also, you can swap out the wheels at no or minimal cost after adding the RS package. The carbon flash wheels only added an additional $100 to my MSRP. Above anything, RS and Tech packages at minimum are worth it on the LT1 and keeps it still far from the SS base MSRP tag. __________________ 2022 LT1 Summit White - A10 RS \| Technology \| Satin Black Appearance \| Sunroof \| Dual Mode \| Carbon Flash Wheels \| Illuminated Sill Plates \| White Door Trim 09/01/2021: 1100 \| 09/24/2021: 2000 09/29/2021: 3000 \| 10/05/2021: 3100 \| 10/11/2021: 3400 \| 10/26/2021: 3800 (TPW 10/25/2021) JCT - Picked and Paired: 11/04/2021 \| Dispatched: 11/05/2021 \| Delivered: 11/08/2021

11-03-2021, 08:38 PM	#3
10mm Account Suspended Drives: My wife nuts... Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NWFL Posts: 248	Its $2k for clear tailights..meh At least get the tech pkg.

11-03-2021, 09:38 PM	#7
stlrammer Drives: 2017 1SS Blue Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Saint Peters, MO USA Posts: 2,063 View My Garage	LT1 RS or Not If I was going in for the LT1 I my options would be the new orange metallic or 21 cherry metallic, RS style spoiler and potentially a single black stripe down the middle. The standard 6 speed stick will be awesome on this car. If you go RS you may want to stretch a couple grand and get the 1 SS. https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q...tail&FORM=VIRE __________________

11-03-2021, 10:00 PM	#8
Malbjey Drives: 2022 Kia Stinger GT2 Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 288	Skip the RS package and get the NPP exhaust instead!!!! IMHO the only thing worth it on the RS package as the different headlights but even then the NPP exhaust is a much better buy.

11-03-2021, 10:35 PM	#10
95 imp Dumb Ass Deluxe Drives: A Tricked Out Mountain Bike Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,959	I had the dealer throw in the dark tails as part of the deal when I ordered it. __________________

11-03-2021, 10:51 PM	#11
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,811	Get what you want avmac!�� __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

11-04-2021, 04:14 AM	#12
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11-04-2021, 06:12 AM	#13
Camarokid1996 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro 2ss/rs TF edition Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 125	I don't understand why people ask these questions as only they can decide if it's worth it as they're the ones buying the car. Do you want to spend $1,000+ on some super ugly headlights and tinted tail lights? I wouldn't. Get the tech pack and a spoiler

11-04-2021, 08:48 AM	#14
LT1ornothing Drives: 2020 LT1 M6 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: South, the DEEP south Posts: 1,114	I'm going to disagree with most here. Save as much as you can on your LT1 purchase so that you can immediately upgrade the biggest issue with the LT1: traction. The LT1 NEEDS wider rear wheels and a stickier tire, otherwise, full throttle below 60 mph will be useless.

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