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RandyT · 09-10-2014, 04:25 PM

looking at upgrading to a 1LE from a 12 1 SS

question is WHY do you love your 1 LE ands what makes it better than a regular SS

gajagfan · 09-10-2014, 04:50 PM

The handling is night and day different. I know people say it is a package no different than a 2SS vs a 1SS, and they are right. But the 1LE package transforms the cars performance, and the other gives you some bells and whistles. Night and day.....seriously!

schecter7 · 09-10-2014, 05:15 PM

OP, 2012 has FE4 suspension, so the handling difference may not be very dramatic. ZL1 would be a real upgrade for an SS owner. 1LE is still an SS, it does handle better but it's also slower than SS in straight line. 1LE is a much better track car, but SS is a better drag racer and daily driver. If you spend the same amount of cash on your SS, it'd be a monster with 1LE suspension and a lot more HP.

Source: Owned a 2010 SS, currently own a 2012 SS & 2013 1LE

Dtowndog420 · 09-10-2014, 08:02 PM

Because for 3500 bucks it transforms the car into something badass!!

umiami2312 · 09-10-2014, 08:24 PM

The 1LE package is the best value upgrade you can make from the factory. I love the handling, as it inspires so much confidence on the track. If you love corners, you'll love a 1LE.

thompstl1 · 09-10-2014, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by schecter7

OP, 2012 has FE4 suspension, so the handling difference may not be very dramatic. ZL1 would be a real upgrade for an SS owner. 1LE is still an SS, it does handle better but it's also slower than SS in straight line. 1LE is a much better track car, but SS is a better drag racer and daily driver. If you spend the same amount of cash on your SS, it'd be a monster with 1LE suspension and a lot more HP.

Source: Owned a 2010 SS, currently own a 2012 SS & 2013 1LE

What makes the S/S faster in a straight line than the 1le? I'd have thought the 3.91 rear gear in the 1le would have given it the edge in the 1/4 mile....

raptor5244 · 09-10-2014, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by thompstl1

What makes the S/S faster in a straight line than the 1le? I'd have thought the 3.91 rear gear in the 1le would have given it the edge in the 1/4 mile....

The gearing change on the 1le requires a shift to 4th gear in the 1/4 mile. Also, the tires and track optimized suspension are not optimal for 1/4 mile launches. That said, if your goal is to be a maybe a couple 10ths faster in the 1/4 mile then get a standard SS, If you want to go faster around the track then go 1LE.

If you like the wheels and tires, chin spoiler, wrapped hood, tighter suspension components, red calipers, 3.91 rear and track optimized gear ratios and suede steering wheel and shift knob, get the 1le.

2cnd chance · 09-10-2014, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by raptor5244

The gearing change on the 1le requires a shift to 4th gear in the 1/4 mile. Also, the tires and track optimized suspension are not optimal for 1/4 mile launches. That said, if your goal is to be a maybe a couple 10ths faster in the 1/4 mile then get a standard SS, If you want to go faster around the track then go 1LE.

If you like the wheels and tires, chin spoiler, wrapped hood, tighter suspension components, red calipers, 3.91 rear and track optimized gear ratios and suede steering wheel and shift knob, get the 1le.

Bad@ssCamaro · 09-10-2014, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Dtowndog420

Because for 3500 bucks it transforms the car into something badass!!

What he said

HuskerZ28 · 09-10-2014, 09:31 PM

Track ready road course machine for under 40K.

markgws6 · 09-10-2014, 09:37 PM

Because this car shows Europe and other countries that we can make even a muscle car go well around the corners. I've had several people from the UK tell me the car is sick and they'd love to have one. Also the fact that it's just as great for daily driving as well as the serious track day.

schecter7 · 09-10-2014, 09:41 PM

+1, raptor. By the way, OP is not buying the SS for the first time. If he was, I'd have also recommended 1LE. For first time buyers, $3500 1LE package is a steal. But for OP it'll cost around $15K (with depreciation factored in unless his '12 has very low mileage). Now for $15K he could add the 1LE suspension and a super overpriced HPE550 pacakge with warranty to his '12 SS and keep some change in his pocket.

Let's put ourselves in his shoes. If Chevy releases 2LE tomorrow for an additional $3500 (from the factory with new cars) that handles better with no HP/TQ boost, should we trade/sell our 1LE and lose another 14-15K in the process?

JoeP@TeamBeckyD · 09-10-2014, 09:51 PM

Top 3 Reasons....
......
Handling,
Handling,
Handling.....

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Billy10mm · 09-10-2014, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet

Top 3 Reasons....
......
Handling,
Handling,
Handling.....

......

What she said.

09-10-2014, 04:25 PM	#1
RandyT Drives: 2014 ZL1 Summit White Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Boulder,Co Posts: 312	why do you love your 1LE looking at upgrading to a 1LE from a 12 1 SS question is WHY do you love your 1 LE ands what makes it better than a regular SS

09-10-2014, 09:37 PM	#11
markgws6 Drives: 2019 Chevy Equinox Premier AWD Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Silicon Valley, CA Posts: 1,344 View My Garage	Because this car shows Europe and other countries that we can make even a muscle car go well around the corners. I've had several people from the UK tell me the car is sick and they'd love to have one. Also the fact that it's just as great for daily driving as well as the serious track day. __________________ 2013 AGM 1SS/1LE, NPP, Camera (1 of 43)

09-10-2014, 04:50 PM	#2
gajagfan Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Black - Std Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Brunswick, GA Posts: 3,622 View My Garage	The handling is night and day different. I know people say it is a package no different than a 2SS vs a 1SS, and they are right. But the 1LE package transforms the cars performance, and the other gives you some bells and whistles. Night and day.....seriously!

09-10-2014, 05:15 PM	#3
schecter7 Drives: 2013 Black 2SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 89 View My Garage	OP, 2012 has FE4 suspension, so the handling difference may not be very dramatic. ZL1 would be a real upgrade for an SS owner. 1LE is still an SS, it does handle better but it's also slower than SS in straight line. 1LE is a much better track car, but SS is a better drag racer and daily driver. If you spend the same amount of cash on your SS, it'd be a monster with 1LE suspension and a lot more HP. Source: Owned a 2010 SS, currently own a 2012 SS & 2013 1LE

09-10-2014, 08:02 PM	#4
Dtowndog420 Drives: SBM 09 G8 GT/RH 15 SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Dallas,Tx Posts: 258	Because for 3500 bucks it transforms the car into something badass!!

09-10-2014, 08:24 PM	#5
umiami2312 Drives: 2013 2SS/1LE Blue Ray Metallic Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 260	The 1LE package is the best value upgrade you can make from the factory. I love the handling, as it inspires so much confidence on the track. If you love corners, you'll love a 1LE.

09-10-2014, 09:31 PM	#10
HuskerZ28 Drives: 2015 White Z/28 #633 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 75	Track ready road course machine for under 40K.

09-10-2014, 09:41 PM	#12
schecter7 Drives: 2013 Black 2SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 89 View My Garage	+1, raptor. By the way, OP is not buying the SS for the first time. If he was, I'd have also recommended 1LE. For first time buyers, $3500 1LE package is a steal. But for OP it'll cost around $15K (with depreciation factored in unless his '12 has very low mileage). Now for $15K he could add the 1LE suspension and a super overpriced HPE550 pacakge with warranty to his '12 SS and keep some change in his pocket. Let's put ourselves in his shoes. If Chevy releases 2LE tomorrow for an additional $3500 (from the factory with new cars) that handles better with no HP/TQ boost, should we trade/sell our 1LE and lose another 14-15K in the process?

09-10-2014, 09:51 PM	#13
JoeP@TeamBeckyD Drives: SS,PaceCar,ZL1,1LE,C7Z51,Z06,17-ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Detroit, Mich Posts: 68,623	Top 3 Reasons.... ...... Handling, Handling, Handling..... ......