Should I trade in? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Kainzo · 02-17-2017, 03:01 PM

I have a 2011 2SS Bumblebee Camaro - 48k miles
Has some minor paint issues (specs/road rash)
Probably needs new tires in 1-2 years (have 20k on them right now)
Brakes probably need to be changed, I hear some squeeling when I stop
There's a squeeking noise around 45MPH as I posted about on another thread.

I found a 2015 2SS (black/red stripes) with 11k miles for 26k.
Dealership wants to give me 16k for my current car.

What would you do? should I fix up the current issues or bite the bullet and get a new toy for an extra 11k~ ?

nosmr2 · 02-17-2017, 03:02 PM

Keep the current and no monthly payment.

badcompany · 02-17-2017, 03:05 PM

If your current car is paid off i'd keep it. Fix the minor issues you have and go about your day. Id rather save the 11k and spend it on my current car, or put it into something else.

Kainzo · 02-17-2017, 03:07 PM

I have one more payment left, so its definitely has been paid.

The dealership is pushing pretty hard but they wont budge on the price of the 2015 =/

InFiD3ViL · 02-17-2017, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Kainzo

I have a 2011 2SS Bumblebee Camaro - 48k miles
Has some minor paint issues (specs/road rash)
Probably needs new tires in 1-2 years (have 20k on them right now)
Brakes probably need to be changed, I hear some squeeling when I stop
There's a squeeking noise around 45MPH as I posted about on another thread.

I found a 2015 2SS (black/red stripes) with 11k miles for 26k.
Dealership wants to give me 16k for my current car.

What would you do? should I fix up the current issues or bite the bullet and get a new toy for an extra 11k~ ?

They are going to turn around and sell your 2011 for 20-21K.

My 2010 L99 with 65K miles when I bought it was $19,200 (8 months ago). That was the least expensive I could find unless I went super high miles or found a total dog.

Keep your car man. If you are that intent on trading up, REALLY trade up and get a 1LE or ZL1. That is the only way i would do it.

In summary: GET A 1LE OR ZL1 !!!

Outlaw77 · 02-17-2017, 03:16 PM

I would keep it. I just paid mine off on XMas. Great feeling having no car payments and a modded camaro ready to go anytime.

14ssrs6man · 02-17-2017, 03:16 PM

For 11k to move up to "what I believe" is a better car is a no brainier to me... I have been through enough in the last year and half to now know life is short, live it the best you can... Just sayin'

InFiD3ViL · 02-17-2017, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 14ssrs6man

For 11k to move up to "what I believe" is a better car is a no brainier to me... I have been through enough in the last year and half to now know life is short, live it the best you can... Just sayin'

The more I think about it, the more I am starting to see this.

He is already paid off (almost), the difference is 11K.

For that he is getting a nearly brand new 5th GEN, warranty, and all the bugs worked out from earlier models such as my 2010.

Also, there were suspension upgrades and also newer features (HUD) added in the later models.

Damn, this would be a hard decision for me.

mb13 · 02-17-2017, 03:21 PM

My opinion like infid3vil, don't trade sideways SS for SS, if your gonna trade up go to zl1 at least. 2011-2015 slightly different grill and tail lights, and some creature comforts with mylink and stuff, but basically the same LS3.

Kainzo · 02-17-2017, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

The more I think about it, the more I am starting to see this.

He is already paid off (almost), the difference is 11K.

For that he is getting a nearly brand new 5th GEN, warranty, and all the bugs worked out from earlier models such as my 2010.

Also, there were suspension upgrades and also newer features (HUD) added in the later models.

Damn, this would be a hard decision for me.

Yeah... I am NOT hurting for money, I was going to pay cash for the 11K. I am worried that I may have more repair shop costs on my hands than I want with this 2011.

Will I be able to trade it in 2-3 years? What will the value you be?

I work from home, I drive for date nights/some trips and I put on an outstanding 10K miles per year. More than likely I will buy a bike or a junker to do errands so I dont make my camaro a daily driver again.

Just wanted to get your input

Cyber10 · 02-17-2017, 03:25 PM

Agree with others. I'd only trade up in models, not in years.

Kainzo · 02-17-2017, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Cyber10

Agree with others. I'd only trade up in models, not in years.

I'm not wholesomely familiar with the 1LE --- is that Limited Edition? how does that rate against 2SS?

Welker2 · 02-17-2017, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by badcompany

If your current car is paid off i'd keep it. Fix the minor issues you have and go about your day. Id rather save the 11k and spend it on my current car, or put it into something else.

^^^ This.

G701LE · 02-17-2017, 04:16 PM

I would trade it in while you can still get that much for it, if you are even thinking about it.

BAM! 2 cents

02-17-2017, 03:01 PM	#1
Kainzo Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 54	Should I trade in? I have a 2011 2SS Bumblebee Camaro - 48k miles Has some minor paint issues (specs/road rash) Probably needs new tires in 1-2 years (have 20k on them right now) Brakes probably need to be changed, I hear some squeeling when I stop There's a squeeking noise around 45MPH as I posted about on another thread. I found a 2015 2SS (black/red stripes) with 11k miles for 26k. Dealership wants to give me 16k for my current car. What would you do? should I fix up the current issues or bite the bullet and get a new toy for an extra 11k~ ? __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS

02-17-2017, 03:02 PM	#2
nosmr2 Drives: 2011 L99 SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 500	Keep the current and no monthly payment. __________________ 2011 SS ADM LSA Conversion

02-17-2017, 03:05 PM	#3
badcompany Drives: 2010 Summit White 2SS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Midland, Tx Posts: 146	If your current car is paid off i'd keep it. Fix the minor issues you have and go about your day. Id rather save the 11k and spend it on my current car, or put it into something else. __________________

02-17-2017, 03:07 PM	#4
Kainzo Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 54	I have one more payment left, so its definitely has been paid. The dealership is pushing pretty hard but they wont budge on the price of the 2015 =/ __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS

02-17-2017, 03:16 PM	#7
14ssrs6man Drives: Summit White 2014 2SS/RS 6spd Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Hancock, WI Posts: 356	For 11k to move up to "what I believe" is a better car is a no brainier to me... I have been through enough in the last year and half to now know life is short, live it the best you can... Just sayin' __________________ *Your car must be very fast! You were haulin' ass when I passed you!*

02-17-2017, 03:16 PM	#6
Outlaw77 Drives: 2018 Charger SRT 392 F8 Green Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Oakville Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,910	I would keep it. I just paid mine off on XMas. Great feeling having no car payments and a modded camaro ready to go anytime.

02-17-2017, 03:21 PM	#9
mb13 Drives: 2015 Z28 #980 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Virginia Posts: 201	My opinion like infid3vil, don't trade sideways SS for SS, if your gonna trade up go to zl1 at least. 2011-2015 slightly different grill and tail lights, and some creature comforts with mylink and stuff, but basically the same LS3.

02-17-2017, 03:25 PM	#11
Cyber10 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 288	Agree with others. I'd only trade up in models, not in years. __________________ 491 hp/438 tq LS3 Conversion \| Comp Cam Custom Grind \| Mast Heads \| Comp Cam Push Rods \| LS7 Timing Chain \| 180 Thermostat \| Ported Intake \| Ported TB \| SLP UDP \| K & N CAI \| Custom 3800 Stall Converter \| Aluminum 1 Piece Driveshaft \| Kooks 1 7/8" LTH \| High Flow Cats \| ARH 3" Exhaust \| ARH Mufflers \| Eibach Lowering Springs \| BMR Floor Brace Subframe Connectors with Tunnel Brace \| BMR Moly Lower Rear Control Arms \| Oracle LED Halo Kit

02-17-2017, 04:16 PM	#14
G701LE Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 IBM silver stipes Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: K.C. Kansas Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	I would trade it in while you can still get that much for it, if you are even thinking about it. BAM! 2 cents __________________ 2010 Imperial Blue w/ Silver stripes 2SS/RS L99 Mods = Not enough....