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clg_98ta · 01-16-2010, 10:11 AM

I'm interested in a Black 2SS and I'm trying to determine if I want the RS package. I originally thought that a better wheel/tire combo came with the RS, but I was told that a 2SS w/o RS gets the same wheels/tires as a 2SS/RS. If so, what do you get for the extra $1200?

The RS is advertised to include:

- 20x8 front, 20x9 rear painted wheels
- body-color ditch molding
- HID headlights
- "sinister" looking taillights
- special RS badging

Assuming the wheels are the same, and no RS badging on SS models, that leaves painted black (as opposed to unpainted black) ditch molding and the head and tail lights. Are those worth $1200? Is there anything else I'm missing?

dermo1989 · 01-16-2010, 10:34 AM

Yeah, it's mostly the HID headlights that cost ya. I have a 2SS/RS in black, so the colored ditch moldings were not an issue, but if your not getting black, it may be. The taillight lenses are a little darker, and if you get the RS package the SS badges will be in red. Just think about future re-sale and the RS package could be a plus.

shroomjohn · 01-16-2010, 10:41 AM

The wheels are not the same you get Midnight Silver wheels w the RS package just a touch darker than polished.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 01-16-2010, 10:43 AM

RS package comes with the MIDNIGHT Silver painted wheels. Non SS is standard 20" painted wheel, or you can upgrade to the polished 20" wheels on any package. I love the Midnight silver on my black SS.

Blade · 01-16-2010, 10:56 AM

Yea the HID's alone are $1200 bucks w/o installation. The package is well worth it, and the midnight finish is kickass especially on a Black or CGM Camaro.

trm0002 · 01-16-2010, 10:56 AM

Yes you want the RS package. Period.
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BackinBlackSS/RS · 01-16-2010, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by trm0002

Yes you want the RS package. Period.
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papabearcamaro · 01-16-2010, 02:38 PM

I know it's not a big issue for you with getting a black car but for me getting the RS package was a must as I am getting the yellow. Having black ditch molding would of made me very unhappy with the car. Getting the extras in the RS was just extra icing on the cake for me. Good luck with what you choose!!

Sir Nuke · 01-17-2010, 08:58 AM

get the RS pkg.......the HID's alone make it worth it.......if you have never had HID's before, you need to get a test drive at night and see the difference......you will never want another car without them.

Camaro RS/SS · 01-17-2010, 10:32 AM

I have it on my 2SS and it is definitly worth it.

liquidfire350 · 01-17-2010, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clg_98ta

I'm interested in a Black 2SS and I'm trying to determine if I want the RS package. I originally thought that a better wheel/tire combo came with the RS, but I was told that a 2SS w/o RS gets the same wheels/tires as a 2SS/RS. If so, what do you get for the extra $1200?

The RS is advertised to include:

- 20x8 front, 20x9 rear painted wheels
- body-color ditch molding
- HID headlights
- "sinister" looking taillights
- special RS badging

Assuming the wheels are the same, and no RS badging on SS models, that leaves painted black (as opposed to unpainted black) ditch molding and the head and tail lights. Are those worth $1200? Is there anything else I'm missing?

as said above, the wheel design is the same its just a different color
ive heard that the molding are just black rubber on the non-rs, and with the rs is painted body color, even with black
i personally think the standard lights look meaner, but the HIDs light the road up better and as said before, the aftermarket cost of installing them is reason alone to get the RS package
you do get darker taillights
the SS badges go from sliver to red and on the v6s they get red RS badges

you are forgetting it also comes with a spoiler although thats standard on the SS

i did it, and id buy it again

*The_Blur* · 01-17-2010, 11:17 AM

The HIDs are the main selling point here. They are expensive and hard to match in the aftermarket as far as fit and finish.

mfr1950 · 01-17-2010, 11:31 AM

The HID lights are most of the expense, They give far better vision at night,also HID lights emit ultraviolet light that makes reflective road signs visible much further down the road than standard halogen bulbs....

clg_98ta · 01-17-2010, 11:43 AM

I appreciate all the feedback. I didn't realize the HID lights were such a big deal... I'm now considering getting the RS package.

I am a little curious about what it costs to replace a HID bulb when it goes out. Anyone know? Is there a bulb, or do you have to replace the entire unit?

01-16-2010, 10:11 AM	#1
clg_98ta Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,698 View My Garage	2SS with RS Package Question I'm interested in a Black 2SS and I'm trying to determine if I want the RS package. I originally thought that a better wheel/tire combo came with the RS, but I was told that a 2SS w/o RS gets the same wheels/tires as a 2SS/RS. If so, what do you get for the extra $1200? The RS is advertised to include: - 20x8 front, 20x9 rear painted wheels - body-color ditch molding - HID headlights - "sinister" looking taillights - special RS badging Assuming the wheels are the same, and no RS badging on SS models, that leaves painted black (as opposed to unpainted black) ditch molding and the head and tail lights. Are those worth $1200? Is there anything else I'm missing?

01-16-2010, 10:34 AM	#2
dermo1989 BAQNBLK Drives: 2010 SS/RS BLACK W/INFERNO PKG Join Date: May 2009 Location: LIVONIA, MICHIGAN Posts: 652 View My Garage	Yeah, it's mostly the HID headlights that cost ya. I have a 2SS/RS in black, so the colored ditch moldings were not an issue, but if your not getting black, it may be. The taillight lenses are a little darker, and if you get the RS package the SS badges will be in red. Just think about future re-sale and the RS package could be a plus. __________________

01-16-2010, 10:41 AM	#3
shroomjohn Drives: Golden Eagle Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: No Posts: 1,135 View My Garage	The wheels are not the same you get Midnight Silver wheels w the RS package just a touch darker than polished. __________________ Loving this car!

01-16-2010, 10:56 AM	#5
Blade Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS BVM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Charlotte Posts: 4,689 View My Garage	Yea the HID's alone are $1200 bucks w/o installation. The package is well worth it, and the midnight finish is kickass especially on a Black or CGM Camaro. __________________ Formerly owner of: 2012 2SS/RS Build Thread - Totaled by red light runner 2010 LT/RS Build Thread - Traded in for 2012 2SS 2007 Acura TSX 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva V6 1992 Mercury Sable

01-16-2010, 10:56 AM	#6
trm0002 VIN #2G1FT1EW6A9100074 Drives: 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS RJT VIN 00074 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Buffalo,NY 'burbs Posts: 4,216	Yes you want the RS package. Period. . . __________________

01-16-2010, 10:43 AM	#4
BackinBlackSS/RS Go Blue!!!!! Drives: 2012 Cruze LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,290	RS package comes with the MIDNIGHT Silver painted wheels. Non SS is standard 20" painted wheel, or you can upgrade to the polished 20" wheels on any package. I love the Midnight silver on my black SS.

01-16-2010, 02:38 PM	#8
papabearcamaro Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: WI. Posts: 1,744	I know it's not a big issue for you with getting a black car but for me getting the RS package was a must as I am getting the yellow. Having black ditch molding would of made me very unhappy with the car. Getting the extras in the RS was just extra icing on the cake for me. Good luck with what you choose!! __________________ SOLD(Traded for 2012 Silverado Z71 4x4 and 2012 Sonic Hatch.)...2010 Camaro 1SS/RS/LS3,yellow with House of Kolor Tangerine Pearl rally stripes,manual trans.Hurst short throw shifter,4 pack rally gauges,Roto-Fab air intake,Kooks long tube headers with high-flow cats,Borla S-Type catback exhaust,Comp Cam,PRC ported heads,Maggie with 3.6 pulley and 1:1 cog drive,secondary fuel system with 65lb injectors,ADM digital A/F and Boost gauge,Pfadt trailing arms and subframe bushings.614.25rwhp/566.82rwtq on 8# of boost. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 EX.Cab 4X4 Z71.

01-17-2010, 08:58 AM	#9
Sir Nuke Master of All Things Drives: '20 Corvette Stingray Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeast of Houston, Texas Posts: 22,328 View My Garage	get the RS pkg.......the HID's alone make it worth it.......if you have never had HID's before, you need to get a test drive at night and see the difference......you will never want another car without them. __________________

01-17-2010, 10:32 AM	#10
Camaro RS/SS Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 257 View My Garage	I have it on my 2SS and it is definitly worth it. __________________ 2 SS/RS Black, Manual 5/24/09: 1100 = Preliminary Order 9/22/09: 2000 = Accepted By GM 9/25/09: 3000 = Order accepted by production control 9/28/09: 3000 = TPW 10/19/09 10/6/09: 3300 = Order scheduled for production 10/19/09: 3400 = Order broadcast 10/24/09: 3800 = Order produced #58770 :party003: 10/26/09: 4000 = Available to ship 10/26/09: 4150 = Invoiced 10/27/09: 4200 = Shipped 10/31/09: 5000 = Intermediate delivery 11/4/09 : 6000 = Delivered to customer [/SIZE]

01-17-2010, 11:17 AM	#12
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	The HIDs are the main selling point here. They are expensive and hard to match in the aftermarket as far as fit and finish. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

01-17-2010, 11:31 AM	#13
mfr1950 Drives: 2011 challengerR/T , 2010 Ram R/T Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Lafayette Indiana Posts: 1,186	The HID lights are most of the expense, They give far better vision at night,also HID lights emit ultraviolet light that makes reflective road signs visible much further down the road than standard halogen bulbs....

01-17-2010, 11:43 AM	#14
clg_98ta Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,698 View My Garage	I appreciate all the feedback. I didn't realize the HID lights were such a big deal... I'm now considering getting the RS package. I am a little curious about what it costs to replace a HID bulb when it goes out. Anyone know? Is there a bulb, or do you have to replace the entire unit?

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