ZL1 Cost of ownership?

[Crossover1le]

So on my deployment thus far I've been debating which car will be my big purchase when I get back to the States. I've been tossing around the c6z06, 2013-2014 Boss 302 and of course the ZL1. I've been leaning heavily towards the ZL1, but recently a few issues have caught my eye. If anyone can speak to this issues that would be great. It doesnt scare me since I am somewhat mechanically inclined, but the prices of items are pretty high.

1. Electronic Steering Rack? Apparently, this is an somewhat common issue? I priced it out, I could get another rack around $750.

2. Shocks? I heard they wear out fast?

3. Electronics? Read a few posts where members lost their AC units and dash lights.

4. Tires? If I buy a ZL1 with the stock tires, will I be able to survive a winter in Georgia? Temps CAN get into the 20's in the morning when I will be driving the car to work. Obviously, I would replace the tires with a better all around tire when the stock tires are done.

Other than that are there any other issues? Has anyone dealt with these outside of warranty. I am leaning towards the c6z06 as well. It seems a little bit more sorted, but of course it has its own issues as well. Feel free to chime in with whatever info you feel is relevant. I guess Im just thinking out loud here.

[Crossover1le]

Also, brake calipers, rotors and pads are VERY expensive. How often are you guys replacing them? I dont plan to track the car much more than once a year.

[Nor Cal ZL1]

Have had 0 issues. 21,000 miles.
Yes a few have had steering issues, but it seems to be a grounding issue.
Mag shocks may go out arounx 30,000, or may not.
Stock tires are really bad below 50 degrees. I would not use them much below 50, at 20.degrees they may crack, and will have as much traction as greased plastic.

Still on the original brakes so no input there. It has been a fun trouble free ride so far.

[Hawayanzl1]

My AC went out at 500 miles. So it was repaired under warranty. Cheeee hoooo! Only have the stupid key fob recall and i am keeping my key fob.

[*007]

Well mates, upon reading of these it appears a bumper to bumper GM Extended Warranty of 7 Yrs or 84,000 miles secured upon purchase for about $1500 would have been a logical decision. Food for thought.

[wirebender]

36K miles Daily driver) with virtually no issues....modified quite a bit and @ the drag strip frequently last year and year before, so far only V.I.R. this year. I run stock tires here in NC during winter with no issues, just got to be careful and I don't even attempt to drive on snow or ice.

[winterboy8]

Just went over 16K here, no issues that you speak of except the tires. I can tell the difference below 80F. Right now, being in the 90s, they stick like glue, but I've already replaced the rears as after 15K mi I had them worn to the cords, and that's no racing or burnouts. Got a new set of MPSS in the garage waiting to be installed once I burn out this set.

[Crossover1le]

Thanks for all the info!

How do you buy an extended warranty? Can I buy one if I buy my car through a private seller?

[flyer08]

Originally Posted by Crossover1le

So on my deployment thus far I've been debating which car will be my big purchase when I get back to the States. I've been tossing around the c6z06, 2013-2014 Boss 302 and of course the ZL1. I've been leaning heavily towards the ZL1, but recently a few issues have caught my eye. If anyone can speak to this issues that would be great. It doesnt scare me since I am somewhat mechanically inclined, but the prices of items are pretty high.

1. Electronic Steering Rack? Apparently, this is an somewhat common issue? I priced it out, I could get another rack around $750.

2. Shocks? I heard they wear out fast?

3. Electronics? Read a few posts where members lost their AC units and dash lights.

4. Tires? If I buy a ZL1 with the stock tires, will I be able to survive a winter in Georgia? Temps CAN get into the 20's in the morning when I will be driving the car to work. Obviously, I would replace the tires with a better all around tire when the stock tires are done.

Other than that are there any other issues? Has anyone dealt with these outside of warranty. I am leaning towards the c6z06 as well. It seems a little bit more sorted, but of course it has its own issues as well. Feel free to chime in with whatever info you feel is relevant. I guess Im just thinking out loud here.

When I cam back I wanted a c6z06 but got talked into the SS by the wife. I'm sure a zl1 or z06 will be good. Had a lot of fun with SS so far

[rcandiloro]

I daily drove my 2014 ZL1 for 30000 miles before selling it and getting a ZR1. I also took it up into the mountains for spirited drives most weekends. The only issue I ever had with it was the A/C, which died at 12000 miles. Repaired under warranty. Other than that not a single hiccup the entire time. Car ran like a dream and never let me down. Motor seemed bulletproof. You can get a GMEPP warranty.....I can't remember the guys name, but I got one for my 2009 ZR1. Very easy to get. I'll get the name for you.

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by Crossover1le

So on my deployment thus far I've been debating which car will be my big purchase when I get back to the States. I've been tossing around the c6z06, 2013-2014 Boss 302 and of course the ZL1. I've been leaning heavily towards the ZL1, but recently a few issues have caught my eye. If anyone can speak to this issues that would be great. It doesnt scare me since I am somewhat mechanically inclined, but the prices of items are pretty high.

1. Electronic Steering Rack? Apparently, this is an somewhat common issue? I priced it out, I could get another rack around $750.

2. Shocks? I heard they wear out fast?

3. Electronics? Read a few posts where members lost their AC units and dash lights.

4. Tires? If I buy a ZL1 with the stock tires, will I be able to survive a winter in Georgia? Temps CAN get into the 20's in the morning when I will be driving the car to work. Obviously, I would replace the tires with a better all around tire when the stock tires are done.

Other than that are there any other issues? Has anyone dealt with these outside of warranty. I am leaning towards the c6z06 as well. It seems a little bit more sorted, but of course it has its own issues as well. Feel free to chime in with whatever info you feel is relevant. I guess Im just thinking out loud here.

Originally Posted by flyer08

When I cam back I wanted a c6z06 but got talked into the SS by the wife. I'm sure a zl1 or z06 will be good. Had a lot of fun with SS so far

Why settle when you can have a JP/Z?







The ZL1 is a highly reliable version of the Camaro. You'll love it.

[djnice]

Mine is at 15k miles and had two miner issues fixed under warranty. 1) carbon fiber on hood extractor which was only aesthetic 2) coolant leak on left side of block which required rethreading a connector.

I have two sets of rims to run winter and summer tires. Paid $2500 for the used rims and all season tires so not much invested in tires yet.

[Happy_Dan]

23K miles here and driven on several trips. New windshield last week from a rock on the highway but nothing else except tires. I live in NH and I drive the car as long as there is no snow/sand/salt on the roads. The stock tires are useless under 50 degrees. In fact they are downright scary in the rain even. I put a set of MPSS on thrilled with them. Also, I put on a set of ceramic brake pads for street driving to keep the dust down. It's the best all around driver for a muscle car I have ever driven in.

[sengli]

I can attest to one other cost to consider. My no accident insurance, went up by $260 a year from a 1LE. Even a 2015 corvette was cheaper to insure than the ZL1.