2013 ZL1 vs 2013 2ss 1LE - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

CeebaSS · 01-26-2022, 09:24 PM

Casual sunny day driver (secondary car) of my current 2013 2ss/rs 1le. I bought the car from the original owner with 12,600 miles. It has MOST every option. I have found a decent deal on a 2013 ZL1 with similar specs. 1 owner but, has 51,000 miles. I would net a $10,000 increase out of pocket. Is it worth it? What would you do?

I don't track or drag but, occasional "roll on" pulls for the rush. Would I be better to put a little $ into the 1LE like headers, cai and a tune and keep what I have or...? **edit** I do realize I won't match zl1 power. I'm asking myself, "is there $10k more fun in a zl1..."

Would love your thoughts!

diddies · 01-26-2022, 09:35 PM

It is easier to get more power out of a Z as it already is supercharged. Many people have 700whp around here with cam, headers, cai, pulley, e85. This is harder to get to this point on an ss.

Shodown · 01-26-2022, 10:41 PM

Do it. Easy decision. Boost = happiness.

Brutale arancia · 01-27-2022, 05:22 AM

The much more attractive front clip makes it worth the swap.

0stones0 · 01-27-2022, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Brutale arancia

The much more attractive front clip makes it worth the swap.

10k for a front clip? Na.....

1JEWLDSSRS · 01-27-2022, 09:08 AM

One of my Camaro buds just did this. He sold his 2014 SS/RS mint condition and bought a 2013 black ZL1 for 10k more than what he got for his SS. If it were me and I had 10k to spare, yea I think I would do it, only if the Z was well cared for though. The one he bought was heavily modded and has problems with it ever since. And his SS was very nice and well cared for. Then again, you could cam your car/FI, and all the goodies that go with a swap and have a ton of fun with it and lots of enjoyment knowing that it is YOUR car and taken care of, AND you can get pretty close to what a stock Z puts out for HP. And do it for less than the 10k you would be spending for the Z..

Royal Tiger · 01-27-2022, 09:33 AM

^This

I’m putting as much or more into my SS then if I sold it and started over with a ZL1, but it’s mine and I have a soft spot for the SS logos as it recalls my youth. Do what YOU want and makes you happy.

lbls1 · 01-27-2022, 10:25 AM

I would go with the car that I like the most. Its tough giving up a good car, but desire does weird things to you. Make sure your choice is in top shape.

VRZL113 · 01-27-2022, 11:32 AM

ZL1 hands down.

KaBoom1701 · 01-28-2022, 11:24 AM

Having been in both on a race track I'll say this... the 1LE handles better around corners as it's more balanced. The ZL1 is front end heavy so you end up push through the corners. You get to burn through front end tires more this way. The straights are dominated by the ZL1 due to the SC and just more power. So if you like small race tracks and more balanced driving the 1LE is still the best pound for pound race car for the money. The Zl1 is just amazing and has way more curb appeal and way more head room to make additional power over stock with even some simple bolts on's.

You have to learn how to drive it sideways to unleash the beast and let the tires warm up first.

FASTFATBOY · 01-28-2022, 07:18 PM

Take the 10K and put a blower on the 1LE

bsn · 01-29-2022, 07:21 AM

I have a ZL1 and really like the car. that being said, you are probably better off with what you have. Unless you know the owner of the ZL1 and his driving habits 51,000 miles can be awful hard on a car that gets run hard. For 10K you can make up the difference in HP and then some with 38,000 less miles.

Nmbr1gmfan · 01-29-2022, 08:51 AM

I would keep the SS and buy a ZL1...but that's just me.

ZMEnow · 01-29-2022, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CeebaSS

Casual sunny day driver (secondary car) of my current 2013 2ss/rs 1le. I bought the car from the original owner with 12,600 miles. It has MOST every option. I have found a decent deal on a 2013 ZL1 with similar specs. 1 owner but, has 51,000 miles. I would net a $10,000 increase out of pocket. Is it worth it? What would you do?

I don't track or drag but, occasional "roll on" pulls for the rush. Would I be better to put a little $ into the 1LE like headers, cai and a tune and keep what I have or...? **edit** I do realize I won't match zl1 power. I'm asking myself, "is there $10k more fun in a zl1..."

Would love your thoughts!

What’s most amazing about your question is that you came to the ZL1 forum and asked owners of ZL1’s would you buy one

01-26-2022, 09:24 PM	#1
CeebaSS Drives: Chevrolet Camaro 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Virginia Posts: 2	2013 ZL1 vs 2013 2ss 1LE Casual sunny day driver (secondary car) of my current 2013 2ss/rs 1le. I bought the car from the original owner with 12,600 miles. It has MOST every option. I have found a decent deal on a 2013 ZL1 with similar specs. 1 owner but, has 51,000 miles. I would net a $10,000 increase out of pocket. Is it worth it? What would you do? I don't track or drag but, occasional "roll on" pulls for the rush. Would I be better to put a little $ into the 1LE like headers, cai and a tune and keep what I have or...? edit I do realize I won't match zl1 power. I'm asking myself, "is there $10k more fun in a zl1..." Would love your thoughts! Attached Images Last edited by CeebaSS; 01-26-2022 at 09:49 PM.

01-26-2022, 10:41 PM	#3
Shodown Drives: 2014 ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 314	Do it. Easy decision. Boost = happiness. __________________ 2014 ZL1 M6: Roto Fab Intake, LS3 TB, Long Tube Headers, NPP, Mild 2 Wild, JMS BAP, SMG aux pump, ID 1050X Injectors, DSX Flex Fuel Sensor, 10.5" DSX Lower Pulley, Killer Chiller, Tuned by Ted at JRE, Pedders XA Extreme coilovers, Mickey Thompson Street S/S on Weld S71s

01-27-2022, 09:08 AM	#6
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,435	One of my Camaro buds just did this. He sold his 2014 SS/RS mint condition and bought a 2013 black ZL1 for 10k more than what he got for his SS. If it were me and I had 10k to spare, yea I think I would do it, only if the Z was well cared for though. The one he bought was heavily modded and has problems with it ever since. And his SS was very nice and well cared for. Then again, you could cam your car/FI, and all the goodies that go with a swap and have a ton of fun with it and lots of enjoyment knowing that it is YOUR car and taken care of, AND you can get pretty close to what a stock Z puts out for HP. And do it for less than the 10k you would be spending for the Z.. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

01-27-2022, 10:25 AM	#8
lbls1 Drives: 2002 Camaro SS SOM; 2015 Malibu LTZ Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 4,021	I would go with the car that I like the most. Its tough giving up a good car, but desire does weird things to you. Make sure your choice is in top shape. __________________ '02 CAMARO SS SOM; 5.7L LS1/FLS6B '08 TBSS AWD Black Granite Metallic '15 Malibu LTZ 2LZ Turbo *'14 CAMARO ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic*

01-27-2022, 11:32 AM	#9
VRZL113 Drives: 2013 VR ZL1, M6 Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: PA Posts: 336	ZL1 hands down. __________________ #3257 \| 485whp 526wtq \| K&N 63-3079 \| Gates K080660HD (Green Belt) \| ACDelco UPF48R \| ZL1 Addons Wicker Bill \| Mild2Wild

01-26-2022, 09:35 PM	#2
diddies Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: May 2019 Location: Texas Posts: 111	It is easier to get more power out of a Z as it already is supercharged. Many people have 700whp around here with cam, headers, cai, pulley, e85. This is harder to get to this point on an ss.

01-27-2022, 05:22 AM	#4
Brutale arancia Drives: 2013 ZL1 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Michigan Posts: 218	The much more attractive front clip makes it worth the swap.

01-27-2022, 09:33 AM	#7
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	^This I’m putting as much or more into my SS then if I sold it and started over with a ZL1, but it’s mine and I have a soft spot for the SS logos as it recalls my youth. Do what YOU want and makes you happy.

01-28-2022, 11:24 AM	#10
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	Having been in both on a race track I'll say this... the 1LE handles better around corners as it's more balanced. The ZL1 is front end heavy so you end up push through the corners. You get to burn through front end tires more this way. The straights are dominated by the ZL1 due to the SC and just more power. So if you like small race tracks and more balanced driving the 1LE is still the best pound for pound race car for the money. The Zl1 is just amazing and has way more curb appeal and way more head room to make additional power over stock with even some simple bolts on's. You have to learn how to drive it sideways to unleash the beast and let the tires warm up first. __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

01-28-2022, 07:18 PM	#11
FASTFATBOY Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Mobile Al Posts: 301	Take the 10K and put a blower on the 1LE __________________ 2013 ZL1 M6, 2.4 pulley and a few bolt ons. 590 wheel and 11.70@122 on a hard tire.

01-29-2022, 07:21 AM	#12
bsn Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Virginia Posts: 301	I have a ZL1 and really like the car. that being said, you are probably better off with what you have. Unless you know the owner of the ZL1 and his driving habits 51,000 miles can be awful hard on a car that gets run hard. For 10K you can make up the difference in HP and then some with 38,000 less miles.

01-29-2022, 08:51 AM	#13
Nmbr1gmfan Drives: Fast Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Sarasota, FL. Posts: 410	I would keep the SS and buy a ZL1...but that's just me. __________________ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPvVm...&feature=share New and improved non-violation sig vid!!