Looking to possibly Trade my 1LE for a 2SS - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

2Muchmark · 12-31-2013, 05:57 PM

Hi -

I'm the owner of a 2013 2SS RS 1LE Camaro, 6 speed, fully loaded, leather, Sat nag, Factory-everything, no mods, and I am looking to either trade it for a 2SS RS Automatic, or perhaps just modify the car.

Why?

As much as I love it on the highway, most of my driving is city, and here in Montreal, the ride is just too harsh. The tight suspension and low profile tires deliver more road bumps than I care to have. The super fat tires are super sticky in hot weather as they should be, but are rock-hard in cool weather which makes driving the 1LE in early spring and late fall less than fun.

My 1LE has only about 2800 kilometres on it. It is stored in a warm garage for the winter and plan to take it out only after mid April.

The 1LE is a Camaro lovers dream car and I love it, but the driving style it was designed for is just not for me. I prefer the more comfortable 2SS RS feel to the 1LE.

The car is silver (SIM) with black wheels and black hood wrap. If I don't sell or trade it, I would also consider swapping the wheels & tires, and removing the wrap and replacing it with black or CGM stripes.

Any takers or suggestions? Post here to discuss.

(Sorry for double-posting)

Dexter9522 · 12-31-2013, 06:25 PM

Sell the 20s for a set of 18s with a nice thick tire.

Todd in Vancouver · 12-31-2013, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Dexter9522

Sell the 20s for a set of 18s with a nice thick tire.

X2

When I put on my taller Winter tires on for the snow my ride is definitely softer but you do lose some cornering.

Realist · 12-31-2013, 06:36 PM

Yeah you more than likely are better off getting another set of rims and tires unless you really want an auto. Maybe put a bottom line number of what you want for your car too so folks have an idea of what your looking for if they don't have a trade. Good luck!

Blownhotrodder · 12-31-2013, 06:36 PM

They didnt build many silver 1LE's in 13. Shouldnt have a problem getting rid of it if you decide to.

NH 2012 SS/RS · 12-31-2013, 07:42 PM

I would trade wheels & tires....I'm only a few hours from Montreal.
Mine are like new, in basement as I bought aftermarket

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Dexter9522 · 12-31-2013, 08:09 PM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162953

Midway down nine ball posts the orange camaro. 18s and the perfect tire look great on these cars. I've almost contemplated going 18s because of a few pics people have posted with the forgestars

ST1LE · 01-01-2014, 01:33 AM

19's are something I would look at for sure, after all that is what the Z28 comes with!!

Southern Comfort · 01-01-2014, 07:38 AM

If it were me I would Keep the original wheels and tires to preserve the value of your 1LE.
There will be dozens of posts trying to talk you out of them.

Msmall143 · 01-01-2014, 09:58 AM

You can get $2500 for the wheels and tires easy. Make sure to drive the ss because it ain't a whole lot better.

If I were you I would talk with some knowledgable folks about what mods can quickly and cheaply change ride. It would be easier to trade ss springs for 1le springs than car for car.

Now, I have a feeling it's more of a regret you bought an manual vs auto that is really causing the issues.

Changing the ride quality is easy and cheap because most are wanting to get your parts rather than vice versa so trades will be quick and in you favor. Changing trannies isn't as simple

Dropspeed · 01-01-2014, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Msmall143

If I were you I would talk with some knowledgable folks about what mods can quickly and cheaply change ride. It would be easier to trade ss springs for 1le springs than car for car.

The 1LE uses off the shelf SS springs.

The only thing that will noticeably improve the ride is a change to a lighter wheel and taller sidewall tire or get a different car.

Matt

xXSicSicSicXx · 01-01-2014, 10:55 AM

I wonder which has the better gearing for higher speeds between the ss and 1le.. anyone have a clue?

Thrillz · 01-01-2014, 11:03 AM

Being a Canadian this is going to hurt financially. The reason i know i did this after owning my 2010 less then 2 years. Depreciation and the 13% in tax's you lose right off the top. You can make the ride less harsh but wanting an automatic that will be expensive to fix. Going upside down on a loan would be a option i would consider last. There is no doubt in my mind you will find a member in your area who will do a even swap who has an automatic. That would be the direction i would consider before trading in. The 1LE is highly sought after and quite rare in these parts you have that going for you. Best of luck to whatever you do.

Southern Comfort · 01-01-2014, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by xXSicSicSicXx

I wonder which has the better gearing for higher speeds between the ss and 1le.. anyone have a clue?

Substantially the same unless you are going for a world record. I have seen a few threads that detail rpms for the three models including autos

12-31-2013, 05:57 PM	#1
2Muchmark Drives: 2013 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Montreal Posts: 857	Looking to possibly Trade my 1LE for a 2SS Hi - I'm the owner of a 2013 2SS RS 1LE Camaro, 6 speed, fully loaded, leather, Sat nag, Factory-everything, no mods, and I am looking to either trade it for a 2SS RS Automatic, or perhaps just modify the car. Why? As much as I love it on the highway, most of my driving is city, and here in Montreal, the ride is just too harsh. The tight suspension and low profile tires deliver more road bumps than I care to have. The super fat tires are super sticky in hot weather as they should be, but are rock-hard in cool weather which makes driving the 1LE in early spring and late fall less than fun. My 1LE has only about 2800 kilometres on it. It is stored in a warm garage for the winter and plan to take it out only after mid April. The 1LE is a Camaro lovers dream car and I love it, but the driving style it was designed for is just not for me. I prefer the more comfortable 2SS RS feel to the 1LE. The car is silver (SIM) with black wheels and black hood wrap. If I don't sell or trade it, I would also consider swapping the wheels & tires, and removing the wrap and replacing it with black or CGM stripes. Any takers or suggestions? Post here to discuss. (Sorry for double-posting)

12-31-2013, 07:42 PM	#6
NH 2012 SS/RS Drives: 2012 2SS/RS L99 IBM Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Goffstown, NH Posts: 664 View My Garage	I would trade wheels & tires....I'm only a few hours from Montreal. Mine are like new, in basement as I bought aftermarket Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ 2SS/RS IBM * American Racing BLVD Wheels * 275/40 * 295/40 Toyo Proxes * Eibach 1" drop Springs * Elite Catch Can * CAI w/ scoop * CFD Carbon Fiber Pistol Grip Shifter w/ Tap Shift * APR Carbon Fiber Splitter * Sequential Tail Lights * MPD1 Spoiler * Hex Vents (CF dipped) * GFX Skirts * BBK SS Shorties * MBRP 3"Exhaust w/ X pipe * Solo Hi-Flow Cats *

01-01-2014, 01:33 AM	#8
ST1LE Drives: E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 4,496	19's are something I would look at for sure, after all that is what the Z28 comes with!! __________________ SOLD - 2013 1LE - Pat G Spec'd Cam, NPP with 1 7/8" Long Tube Headers with High Flow Cats, Intake w/scoop, Ported Throttle Body, and Apex 1.25" Lowering Springs. J-Rod Built and Matt@FSP Tuned

01-01-2014, 07:38 AM	#9
Southern Comfort No Tags/Habitual Violator Drives: 2012 SIM 2SS/RS & z71 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: North Georgia Posts: 2,379 View My Garage	Looking to possibly Trade my 1LE for a 2SS If it were me I would Keep the original wheels and tires to preserve the value of your 1LE. There will be dozens of posts trying to talk you out of them.

01-01-2014, 11:03 AM	#13
Thrillz Drives: 2019 Dodge Daytona R/T Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,572	Being a Canadian this is going to hurt financially. The reason i know i did this after owning my 2010 less then 2 years. Depreciation and the 13% in tax's you lose right off the top. You can make the ride less harsh but wanting an automatic that will be expensive to fix. Going upside down on a loan would be a option i would consider last. There is no doubt in my mind you will find a member in your area who will do a even swap who has an automatic. That would be the direction i would consider before trading in. The 1LE is highly sought after and quite rare in these parts you have that going for you. Best of luck to whatever you do. __________________ Quote of the year, from 6.1hemi: "I just wanted to type some junk cause I am having some beers and I really like cars."

12-31-2013, 06:25 PM	#2
Dexter9522 Drives: SS Join Date: May 2013 Location: Az Posts: 273	Sell the 20s for a set of 18s with a nice thick tire.

12-31-2013, 06:36 PM	#4
Realist Drives: No Camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chitown Burbs Posts: 1,136	Yeah you more than likely are better off getting another set of rims and tires unless you really want an auto. Maybe put a bottom line number of what you want for your car too so folks have an idea of what your looking for if they don't have a trade. Good luck!

12-31-2013, 06:36 PM	#5
Blownhotrodder Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clarkesville , GEORGIA Posts: 1,859	They didnt build many silver 1LE's in 13. Shouldnt have a problem getting rid of it if you decide to.

12-31-2013, 08:09 PM	#7
Dexter9522 Drives: SS Join Date: May 2013 Location: Az Posts: 273	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=162953 Midway down nine ball posts the orange camaro. 18s and the perfect tire look great on these cars. I've almost contemplated going 18s because of a few pics people have posted with the forgestars

01-01-2014, 09:58 AM	#10
Msmall143 Drives: Camaro Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: NOVA Posts: 1,718	You can get $2500 for the wheels and tires easy. Make sure to drive the ss because it ain't a whole lot better. If I were you I would talk with some knowledgable folks about what mods can quickly and cheaply change ride. It would be easier to trade ss springs for 1le springs than car for car. Now, I have a feeling it's more of a regret you bought an manual vs auto that is really causing the issues. Changing the ride quality is easy and cheap because most are wanting to get your parts rather than vice versa so trades will be quick and in you favor. Changing trannies isn't as simple

01-01-2014, 10:55 AM	#12
xXSicSicSicXx Drives: 14 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: 'merica Posts: 261	I wonder which has the better gearing for higher speeds between the ss and 1le.. anyone have a clue?