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v6 · 08-10-2011, 01:59 PM

I'm planning on buying a 2012. I was originally going to get a CGM 2LT but you know... so now im leaning towards either an imperial blue OR a 45th anniversary edition.
The problem is, i'm 18 years old. And no, I'm not a spoiled teen who's parents buy the car for me. I am buying this with my own money and so my question is, does someone like me need a 45th anniversary? I was looking forward to doing some mods on my Camaro such as exhaust, intake, and i wanted to put a black chevy emblem on my CGM. First off, that wouldnt look good on an imperial blue and second, i think it would ruin the value of the 45th more than just a standard car. What do you guys think i should do?

Darth_Emma · 08-10-2011, 02:05 PM

None of us NEED a Camaro of any sort. It's more do you WANT a 45th anniversary edition? Also, consider this, are you buying the car for you to enjoy or as an investment?

I say, it's going to be your car. Make it your own. Mod it any way YOU like.

As you are young (note, I did not say "immature," I said "young") I hope your financial situation in order. I hope you have saved a considerable amount of money and that you have your college education expenses taken care of. I see a lot of young folks making the mistake of getting in over their heads and wishing later that they had not.

Good luck with your decision.

2010 SSRS · 08-10-2011, 02:05 PM

I think you should buy an SS

v6 · 08-10-2011, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010 SSRS

I think you should buy an SS

okay im 18 and going to college, i dont need an SS

Nightfall · 08-10-2011, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth_Emma

None of us NEED a Camaro of any sort. It's more do you WANT a 45th anniversary edition? Also, consider this, are you buying the car for you to enjoy or as an investment.

I say, it's going to be you car. Make it your own. Mod it any way YOU like.

As you are young (note, I did not say "immature," I said "young") I hope your financial situation in order. I hope you have saved a considerable amount of money and that you have your college education expenses taken care of. I see a lot of young folks making the mistake of getting in over their heads and wishing later that they had not.

Good luck with your decision.

like i am doing to mine keep a look out in the mod section soon

Texas2SS · 08-10-2011, 02:20 PM

Get the 45th.

PotentialBuyer · 08-10-2011, 02:55 PM

The real question is do you want the options avaiable on the 45th pack? What about it appeals to you? Do you think that appeal is worth the extra $$$$ financed?

NoSyT · 08-10-2011, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by v6

I'm planning on buying a 2012. I was originally going to get a CGM 2LT but you know... so now im leaning towards either an imperial blue OR a 45th anniversary edition.
The problem is, i'm 18 years old. And no, I'm not a spoiled teen who's parents buy the car for me. I am buying this with my own money and so my question is, does someone like me need a 45th anniversary? I was looking forward to doing some mods on my Camaro such as exhaust, intake, and i wanted to put a black chevy emblem on my CGM. First off, that wouldnt look good on an imperial blue and second, i think it would ruin the value of the 45th more than just a standard car. What do you guys think i should do?

What's you time frame for purchase becasue you can't get IBM right now. It will be back when the CGM replacement is available.

The next question is do you need/want a 2LT? What's wrong with a LS or 1LT? I just worry about your college "friends" not respecting your leather interior like you may.

Quote:

Originally Posted by v6

okay im 18 and going to college, i dont need an SS

Probably the smartest thing I have ever heard a 18 year old kid say on C5.

v6 · 08-10-2011, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PotentialBuyer

The real question is do you want the options avaiable on the 45th pack? What about it appeals to you? Do you think that appeal is worth the extra $$$$ financed?

It's about the same as getting the RS package, but you get the 45th stuff on it.

v6 · 08-10-2011, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Dirty D

What's you time frame for purchase becasue you can't get IBM right now. It will be back when the CGM replacement is available.

The next question is do you need/want a 2LT? What's wrong with a LS or 1LT? I just worry about your college "friends" not respecting your leather interior like you may.

Probably the smartest thing I have ever heard a 18 year old kid say on C5.

I'm going to go order it on my birthday, December 10th. And I'm sorry, I'm not an expert on these acronyms yet. What's IBM? I really want leather, and screw my college friends, they aren't getting in my Camaro

AND, i have enough money to buy myself a 2LT. I hate cloth. And Boston acoustic speakers, HUD, Leather seats, all sound pretty cool to me

v6 · 08-10-2011, 03:13 PM

nvm,i know what IBM is

CROOPS34 · 08-10-2011, 03:15 PM

If you're 18 and you plan on letting any of your friends in the car/driving it every day, instead of leaving it covered in a garage for 30 years, don't worry about any mods (including changing delals/bowties) reducing the value. It's just a car and if you plan on using it, the value will decline regardless. These cars are only investments if you can afford to not drive it... For a long time.

bthomp01 · 08-10-2011, 03:24 PM

What do you mean "put a black chevy emblem on it"? Where?

I have matte black stripes on my IBM (see sig) and it looks great!

doubletap407 · 08-10-2011, 03:54 PM

Go with the blue one and put your chevy emblem on it make it your own ! you are making good choices get what you want !

08-10-2011, 01:59 PM	#1
v6 Drives: 2012 45th 2LT RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Chico, California Posts: 1,002 View My Garage	Need some advice for buying my car I'm planning on buying a 2012. I was originally going to get a CGM 2LT but you know... so now im leaning towards either an imperial blue OR a 45th anniversary edition. The problem is, i'm 18 years old. And no, I'm not a spoiled teen who's parents buy the car for me. I am buying this with my own money and so my question is, does someone like me need a 45th anniversary? I was looking forward to doing some mods on my Camaro such as exhaust, intake, and i wanted to put a black chevy emblem on my CGM. First off, that wouldnt look good on an imperial blue and second, i think it would ruin the value of the 45th more than just a standard car. What do you guys think i should do?

08-10-2011, 02:05 PM	#3
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	I think you should buy an SS __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

08-10-2011, 02:20 PM	#6
Texas2SS Vroom Drives: Rarely Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: 620 Posts: 4,901 View My Garage	Get the 45th. __________________ *LSX, Boost, 9", TH400* xxxxhp - xxxtrq

08-10-2011, 03:24 PM	#13
bthomp01 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IBM M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 359 View My Garage	What do you mean "put a black chevy emblem on it"? Where? I have matte black stripes on my IBM (see sig) and it looks great! __________________ 2010 IBM 2SS/RS - T BRUTAL Matte Black Bumblebee Stripes - Unpainted Heritage Grille - Blacked Out Bowties - Stainless Works S-Tube Catback - CAI, Inc. Cold Air Intake Whiteline Rear Cradle, Rear Differential, Front Radius Rod Bushings - BC Racing BR Coilovers - Installed by Whiteside Customs

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08-10-2011, 02:05 PM	#2
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 12,996 View My Garage	None of us NEED a Camaro of any sort. It's more do you WANT a 45th anniversary edition? Also, consider this, are you buying the car for you to enjoy or as an investment? I say, it's going to be your car. Make it your own. Mod it any way YOU like. As you are young (note, I did not say "immature," I said "young") I hope your financial situation in order. I hope you have saved a considerable amount of money and that you have your college education expenses taken care of. I see a lot of young folks making the mistake of getting in over their heads and wishing later that they had not. Good luck with your decision.

08-10-2011, 02:55 PM	#7
PotentialBuyer Drives: 2005 Saab 9-2x Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 2	The real question is do you want the options avaiable on the 45th pack? What about it appeals to you? Do you think that appeal is worth the extra $$$$ financed?

08-10-2011, 03:13 PM	#11
v6 Drives: 2012 45th 2LT RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Chico, California Posts: 1,002 View My Garage	nvm,i know what IBM is

08-10-2011, 03:15 PM	#12
CROOPS34 Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Metalic 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Markham, Ontario Posts: 198 View My Garage	If you're 18 and you plan on letting any of your friends in the car/driving it every day, instead of leaving it covered in a garage for 30 years, don't worry about any mods (including changing delals/bowties) reducing the value. It's just a car and if you plan on using it, the value will decline regardless. These cars are only investments if you can afford to not drive it... For a long time.

08-10-2011, 03:54 PM	#14
doubletap407 Drives: 2011 ls v6 blacked out Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Trinity , texas Posts: 318	Go with the blue one and put your chevy emblem on it make it your own ! you are making good choices get what you want !