Why a boss priced z28 may work.... - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

IowaGuy · 02-04-2012, 04:50 PM

Many people may be getting on the right side of their camaro loans or have their car paid off. For those like myself, the ZL1 is just out of reach when trading in. Camaro fans are starting to look for an upgrade that doesn't exist.

Some turn to modding; others start researching across brands or models.

I think a demand exists for a car that fills the large price gap from 30k-55k.

For people like me with a V6 (who want more juice, not all do!) the choice is easy...a 2013 2ss perhaps. Those of you already have an SS are left looking.

My 2 pennies.

LOWDOWN · 02-05-2012, 11:37 AM

Certainly a price chasm exists in Coupe-land from the 2SS @ $36ish to the all-conquering ZL1 @ $55ish. No question in my mind there's ample opportunity for The General to sow some seeds in that fertile soil before the Gen-5 vamooses.

Looks like they're lookin' at a 1LE-type package. Will it be an option on the 1SS and/or 2SS? What will it be named?

IF they're going to save the icarnic name for something ZEE-worthy, it damn well better be ZEE-worthy...

wildpaws · 02-05-2012, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by LOWDOWN

Certainly a price chasm exists in Coupe-land from the 2SS @ $36ish to the all-conquering ZL1 @ $55ish. No question in my mind there's ample opportunity for The General to sow some seeds in that fertile soil before the Gen-5 vamooses.

Looks like they're lookin' at a 1LE-type package. Will it be an option on the 1SS and/or 2SS? What will it be named?

IF they're going to save the icarnic name for something ZEE-worthy, it damn well better be ZEE-worthy...

I think it appears that they are headed towards a 1LE, whether it is a distinct model or simply an option on the SS. If it has a similar LS3 to the SS, I don't see the point of a distinct model, just make it an SS option.
Clyde

2cnd chance · 02-05-2012, 02:00 PM

In the future the "Special" name could make it more valuable. Otherwise you are correct it is a "Track" version of the SS.

ShnOmac · 02-08-2012, 05:40 PM

Yes please......

I know it's old but I still like it!

Blizzard · 02-08-2012, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ShnOmac

Yes please......

I know it's old but I still like it!

Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it...

OldScoolCamaro · 02-08-2012, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Blizzard

Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it... Build it...

....only with a LS7......and then we can call it a _-_ _

wildpaws · 02-08-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by OldScoolCamaro

....only with a LS7......and then we can call it a _/_ _

Fixed that for you!
Clyde

htron50 · 02-08-2012, 09:54 PM

Yes built it with an LS7. Fresh Air Scoop. And Hood Pins please! Just seems its part of the Z/28 DNA. Gotta have it.

Thank you for producing it. Where can I pick it up?

ShnOmac · 02-09-2012, 05:10 PM

Is there room for a 1LE and a Z/28 in the 5th gen line up??? Im not sure there is :(

OldScoolCamaro · 02-10-2012, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ShnOmac

Is there room for a 1LE and a Z/28 in the 5th gen line up??? Im not sure there is :(

...good point...Answer- No. LS7 I am inclined to believe is dedicated for the Z06 only. And, the 1LE will probably just be a under-powered <and cheaper> option than the ZL1 using an off the shelf LS3 bumped up slightly in HP with some makeup and ZL1 HD components. The Z will be in late 2015 as a 2016 I am wagering. Real performance wise, the only option I see is buying the ZL1 ..., or wait for the 2016 Z. That's Carnac's read on it..<he told me so>

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Originally Posted by wildpaws

Fixed that for you!
Clyde

2cnd chance · 02-10-2012, 09:28 PM

Then if the Z28 is gonna be $50K+ forgetta bout it.

We need a value-based performance Camaro. The ZL1 is great. And a good value, however it's too much $$,$$$ for most.

htron50 · 02-10-2012, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

Then if the Z28 is gonna be $50K+ forgetta bout it.

We need a value-based performance Camaro. The ZL1 is great. And a good value, however it's too much $$,$$$ for most.

I'm with Oldscool on this. 2015 on the new platform. And, my guess is ZL1 will be in the sunset by then (if not sooner) and the price point of the new Z/28 will indeed by in the current ZL1 range. But, the SS will have gone up some by then as well. The ZL1 beast is not a long term proposition. I don't think GM will carry two HP Camaro's into the new CAFE environment.

2cnd chance · 02-10-2012, 10:02 PM

$50K+ is too much!

Could a 1LE be built for $40K?

02-04-2012, 04:50 PM	#1
IowaGuy Drives: 2013 Cyber Gray Metallic Chevy Volt Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Lives on camaro5 Posts: 353 View My Garage	Why a boss priced z28 may work.... Many people may be getting on the right side of their camaro loans or have their car paid off. For those like myself, the ZL1 is just out of reach when trading in. Camaro fans are starting to look for an upgrade that doesn't exist. Some turn to modding; others start researching across brands or models. I think a demand exists for a car that fills the large price gap from 30k-55k. For people like me with a V6 (who want more juice, not all do!) the choice is easy...a 2013 2ss perhaps. Those of you already have an SS are left looking. My 2 pennies.

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02-05-2012, 11:37 AM	#2
LOWDOWN Downright Upright Drives: Daily Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cruisin'... Posts: 4,145	Certainly a price chasm exists in Coupe-land from the 2SS @ $36ish to the all-conquering ZL1 @ $55ish. No question in my mind there's ample opportunity for The General to sow some seeds in that fertile soil before the Gen-5 vamooses. Looks like they're lookin' at a 1LE-type package. Will it be an option on the 1SS and/or 2SS? What will it be named? IF they're going to save the icarnic name for something ZEE-worthy, it damn well better be ZEE-worthy...

02-05-2012, 02:00 PM	#4
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	In the future the "Special" name could make it more valuable. Otherwise you are correct it is a "Track" version of the SS.

02-08-2012, 05:40 PM	#5
ShnOmac Drives: 2006 Silverado SS, 2009 G8 GT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PNW Posts: 13,313	Yes please...... I know it's old but I still like it!

02-08-2012, 09:54 PM	#9
htron50 Drives: 2017 ZL1 Status "Thank You!" Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,498	Yes built it with an LS7. Fresh Air Scoop. And Hood Pins please! Just seems its part of the Z/28 DNA. Gotta have it. Thank you for producing it. Where can I pick it up?

02-09-2012, 05:10 PM	#10
ShnOmac Drives: 2006 Silverado SS, 2009 G8 GT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PNW Posts: 13,313	Is there room for a 1LE and a Z/28 in the 5th gen line up??? Im not sure there is :(

02-10-2012, 09:28 PM	#12
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	Then if the Z28 is gonna be $50K+ forgetta bout it. We need a value-based performance Camaro. The ZL1 is great. And a good value, however it's too much $$,$$$ for most.

02-10-2012, 10:02 PM	#14
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	$50K+ is too much! Could a 1LE be built for $40K?