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backtotintops · 08-29-2013, 08:00 PM

reality is sinking in that there will be so few I will likely not get one or they will be priced for the porsche/ferrari crowd. My local dealer got a few new 1LEs and I have to say they really look sharp...my biggest complaint is the 20" wheels...they just stick out too much...I would much prefer the 19" set up on the z/28 other than that I'd have fun with the car and maybe not punish like the z/28 but have fun...and at least a nice stereo and "cheap" rotors.

...I just might make it through this...wink wink

2cnd chance · 08-29-2013, 08:13 PM

Exactly! Remember those sweet Z/28 wheels will be available. And you can get good money for the 1LE/ZL1 wheels.

OldScoolCamaro · 08-29-2013, 09:42 PM

...I personally dont' feel it's going to be the price, it's going to be the number in allocations made available. The Z/28 will not eclipse a comparable Corvette in price per pound<over simplification>.

LOWDOWN · 08-29-2013, 09:50 PM

A set of Z/28 "fender fillers" on a 1LE would cover some of that tire size illusion...

Fraxum · 08-29-2013, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

Exactly! Remember those sweet Z/28 wheels will be available. And you can get good money for the 1LE/ZL1 wheels.

Some 18s fit on the 1LE, even lighter. But even with the 20s the 1LE is sweet. If you start with the 1SS 1LE, then add the BA stereo and NPP, you can stay under $40K. Then with the $25-60K you save over the Z/28 you can get a Mazda CX-5 for the winters and at the high end also a Miata or BR-Z for autoX.

2cnd chance · 08-29-2013, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Fraxum

Some 18s fit on the 1LE, even lighter.

I think the Z/28 wheels will be very very light. Plus they look great!

Doc · 08-30-2013, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by OldScoolCamaro

...I personally dont' feel it's going to be the price, it's going to be the number in allocations made available. The Z/28 will not eclipse a comparable Corvette in price per pound<over simplification>.

One leads to the other. Even if GM prices it at a base of say... $62k, because of the limited production and even scarcer allocation there's no way you'll get one for that price. I'm going to guess the stealership markups will start at $75k and there'll be the Euro exotic car buyers with plenty of money who'll snap them up at that price. As a result, regular Camaro customers won't have a snowball's chance of getting one.

Mikes SS · 08-30-2013, 08:13 AM

Sad isn't it? Especially for the many on here who waited patiently for the car to come out...

Fightinfire921 · 08-30-2013, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Mikes SS

Sad isn't it? Especially for the many on here who waited patiently for the car to come out...

And for those that fought to bring this car back.
I was going to dip into my retirement fund but now it may not be feasible.
I guess the blue collar worker is just SOL.

2cnd chance · 08-30-2013, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Mikes SS

Sad isn't it? Especially for the many on here who waited patiently for the car to come out...

Yes!

2cnd chance · 08-30-2013, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Gramps69Z

And for those that fought to bring this car back.
I was going to dip into my retirement fund but now it may not feasible.
I guess the blue collar worker is just SOL.

The Six Old Guys all have

90503 · 08-30-2013, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by backtotintops

reality is sinking in that there will be so few I will likely not get one or they will be priced for the porsche/ferrari crowd. My local dealer got a few new 1LEs and I have to say they really look sharp...my biggest complaint is the 20" wheels...they just stick out too much...I would much prefer the 19" set up on the z/28 other than that I'd have fun with the car and maybe not punish like the z/28 but have fun...and at least a nice stereo and "cheap" rotors.

...I just might make it through this...wink wink

....Yes, we all will.....When, truth be told, the Z/28 has served it's purpose already for a lot of us: It will get you to the showroom...and, if the Z/28 is not the car for you, for whatever reason, there are other models that will make you plenty happy...

....The seed for track performance and "racing" has been planted....If we don't buy a Z/28 right now...well, perhaps someday....just sayin'...

Zfatuated · 08-30-2013, 10:57 AM

And from a straight-up practical standpoint, if you are not a frequent tracker, or, a slowpoke on track, you don't *need*:

- Carbon brakes
- Torsen diff
- Forged wheels
- Dry sump engine
- Tranny and diff coolers
- 50 treadwear race-rubber tires
- DSSV Dampers

Face facts and be honest how you will use a car. If you just like the look of the car, and never plan to visit a track, buy a different model and/or add some cosmetic items and make your wallet happy.

Anyone here know how much those Trofeo tires cost? ~$540 ea. You'll get about 5000-7000 street miles out of a set. Or 4 track days if you're an aggressive driver and are careful to properly adjust hot pressures.

Chevy clearly said, this car is not for most people. You already know "speed costs, how fast do you want to go?" :-)

LOWDOWN · 08-30-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

The Six Old Guys all have

Not so fast, Ke-mo sah-bee...

08-29-2013, 08:00 PM	#1
backtotintops Drives: 14 Z/28 0# Join Date: May 2013 Location: NY Posts: 773	feelin better now reality is sinking in that there will be so few I will likely not get one or they will be priced for the porsche/ferrari crowd. My local dealer got a few new 1LEs and I have to say they really look sharp...my biggest complaint is the 20" wheels...they just stick out too much...I would much prefer the 19" set up on the z/28 other than that I'd have fun with the car and maybe not punish like the z/28 but have fun...and at least a nice stereo and "cheap" rotors. ...I just might make it through this...wink wink

08-29-2013, 08:13 PM	#2
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	Exactly! Remember those sweet Z/28 wheels will be available. And you can get good money for the 1LE/ZL1 wheels. __________________

08-29-2013, 09:42 PM	#3
OldScoolCamaro Drives: Camaro's, always have, always will. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Home of the brave Posts: 4,851	...I personally dont' feel it's going to be the price, it's going to be the number in allocations made available. The Z/28 will not eclipse a comparable Corvette in price per pound<over simplification>. __________________ In Scott We Trust...all others must show proof.

08-30-2013, 10:57 AM	#13
Zfatuated Drives: BAC Mono Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Reno Posts: 869	And from a straight-up practical standpoint, if you are not a frequent tracker, or, a slowpoke on track, you don't need: - Carbon brakes - Torsen diff - Forged wheels - Dry sump engine - Tranny and diff coolers - 50 treadwear race-rubber tires - DSSV Dampers Face facts and be honest how you will use a car. If you just like the look of the car, and never plan to visit a track, buy a different model and/or add some cosmetic items and make your wallet happy. Anyone here know how much those Trofeo tires cost? ~$540 ea. You'll get about 5000-7000 street miles out of a set. Or 4 track days if you're an aggressive driver and are careful to properly adjust hot pressures. Chevy clearly said, this car is not for most people. You already know "speed costs, how fast do you want to go?" :-) Last edited by Zfatuated; 08-30-2013 at 11:55 AM.

08-29-2013, 09:50 PM	#4
LOWDOWN Downright Upright Drives: Daily Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cruisin'... Posts: 4,145	A set of Z/28 "fender fillers" on a 1LE would cover some of that tire size illusion...

08-30-2013, 08:13 AM	#8
Mikes SS Drives: '10 CGM 2SS/RS 6M Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Central Florida Posts: 1,032 View My Garage	Sad isn't it? Especially for the many on here who waited patiently for the car to come out...