Y did u upgrade? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

angie7 · 10-13-2011, 08:37 AM

Threads r here all the time about upgrading (myself included)... But Im curious what made u upgrade? I upgraded for a few reasons.. I was and still am very happy w my v6, She has a lot of power not to mention a real head turner. Won top 10 in peoples choice in her very first car show but....I was raised around fast cars and car shows so its second nature to have and want the best. I thought the v6 was more practical but I soon realized that I really wanted a v8. After a few shows w my car, I just knew I would nvr b completely happy wo a v8...so Im picking up my ss girl tomorrow. I also had a great opportunity to upgrade at a awesome price and my original loan absorbed..cant say no to that.

So y did u upgrade?

midlifemike · 10-13-2011, 09:15 AM

I simply didn't like my previous car after living with it a year and the miserable way the manufacturer, and dealer's service, handled some very minor complaints (documented in TSB's yet).

The Camaro fit most of my requirements and the ones it didn't fit were justified with the "wow factor"

c_LoW29 · 10-13-2011, 09:22 AM

After 3 transmissions replacements on the 4th one they were trying to make me pay for it while it was still under warranty. My GM regional rep sent out an email to all the dealers in my area telling them to not work on my car. So they pushed me in a corner was about to go buy a mustang but I love the camaro way to much. This time around I wont worry so much about warranty considering it didnt help me much.

Bonanza7 · 10-13-2011, 09:23 AM

I didn't "upgrade" and won't. $10,000 for an additional 100 (+ or -) hp is nuts. 312 is plenty unless you are racing. Not to mention insurance increase and gas increase.

Bonanza7 · 10-13-2011, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by c_LoW29

After 3 transmissions replacements on the 4th one they were trying to make me pay for it while it was still under warranty. My GM regional rep sent out an email to all the dealers in my area telling them to not work on my car. So they pushed me in a corner was about to go buy a mustang but I love the camaro way to much. This time around I wont worry so much about warranty considering it didnt help me much.

Mustang trannys aren't any better. I had 4 Mustangs since 99, and 3 of them had bad trannys. One an auto and 2 were manual. (I NEVER abused them, either)

SSSugar · 10-13-2011, 09:27 AM

I didn't, I started with a 2SS/RS. We've always had V8 cars just not usually with all the bells and whistles like the new camaros have.

IROCanSS · 10-13-2011, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Bonanza7

I didn't "upgrade" and won't. $10,000 for an additional 100 (+ or -) hp is nuts. 312 is plenty unless you are racing. Not to mention insurance increase and gas increase.

Actually it's NOT $10,000

MSRP 2SS = $34,420
MSRP 2LT = $27,350

MSRP 1SS = $31,070
MSRP 1LT = $24,005

Forget the LS... let's keep apples to apples...

So it's average of $7070 difference for 114 hp and 147 ft-lbs of torque is a GREAT investment. Not to mention better gearing, brakes, suspension...

SS - 426hp/420tq
LLT - 312hp/273tq :( 273!!

No aftermarket "mods" can compete with that... People just don't see the light. It's not kool-aid or SS attitude... it's dollars and sense...

What people really need to do is if they feel they are "settling" for the 6... just dont buy one. If you couldn't care less... great, get the 6 but if your not going to be happy with it... save some cash and just get the SS to start with...

Bonanza7 · 10-13-2011, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IROCanSS

Actually it's NOT $10,000

MSRP 2SS = $34,420
MSRP 2LT = $27,350

MSRP 1SS = $31,070
MSRP 1LT = $24,005

Forget the LS... let's keep apples to apples...

So it's average of $7070 difference for 114 hp and 147 ft-lbs of torque is a GREAT investment. Not to mention better gearing, brakes, suspension...

SS - 426hp/420tq
LLT - 312hp/273tq :( 273!!

No aftermarket "mods" can compete with that... People just don't see the light. It's not kool-aid or SS attitude... it's dollars and sense...

What people really need to do is if they feel they are "settling" for the 6... just dont buy one. If you couldn't care less... great, get the 6 but if your not going to be happy with it... save some cash and just get the SS to start with...

Depends on where you are. Phoenix dealers are obscene

c_LoW29 · 10-13-2011, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Bonanza7

Mustang trannys aren't any better. I had 4 Mustangs since 99, and 3 of them had bad trannys. One an auto and 2 were manual. (I NEVER abused them, either)

Yeah but Ford puts out TSB's for there problems and attempt or achieve in finding a resolution GM on the other hand says " Im sorry your having issues with your car have you put in a ticket with customer service?"

But this thread isnt about that. I upgraded because of the issues and the wide variety of aftermarket options for power on the L99/LS3

IROCanSS · 10-13-2011, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Bonanza7

Depends on where you are. Phoenix dealers are obscene

MSRP is MSRP... were not talking screwing by dealers...

mike25 · 10-13-2011, 09:52 AM

I think i remember you making a thread about why its stupid to upgrade? maybe that was someone else...anyways i wanted the v8 performance and sound- and i dont plan to buy another car for a long time.

CamaroFreako · 10-13-2011, 09:54 AM

What a dumb question is that?

SS is a better car. what other reason you need?

WHIPPLECHARGED · 10-13-2011, 10:11 AM

I upgraded for more power and for a different color. The main reason is I could afford it after getting a raise in salary.

c_LoW29 · 10-13-2011, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroFreako

What a dumb question is that?

SS is a better car. what other reason you need?

Little harsh but i do agree to some extent ever since i got the ss I feel like GM put more thought and heart into it. A lot more solid car than my LS was

10-13-2011, 08:37 AM	#1
angie7 Smoked by a GIRL Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 3,748 View My Garage	Y did u upgrade? Threads r here all the time about upgrading (myself included)... But Im curious what made u upgrade? I upgraded for a few reasons.. I was and still am very happy w my v6, She has a lot of power not to mention a real head turner. Won top 10 in peoples choice in her very first car show but....I was raised around fast cars and car shows so its second nature to have and want the best. I thought the v6 was more practical but I soon realized that I really wanted a v8. After a few shows w my car, I just knew I would nvr b completely happy wo a v8...so Im picking up my ss girl tomorrow. I also had a great opportunity to upgrade at a awesome price and my original loan absorbed..cant say no to that. So y did u upgrade? __________________ 2014 2SS/RS Summit White w/ IOM interior "Powder 2.0"

10-13-2011, 09:27 AM	#6
SSSugar American Muscle Car Club Drives: '11 2SS/RS Summit White/IOM stripes Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 399 View My Garage	I didn't, I started with a 2SS/RS. We've always had V8 cars just not usually with all the bells and whistles like the new camaros have. __________________ *Current Toys:* *1969 VW Beetle Convertible (Ruby), Red w/ white top, EMPI black 8-spoke wheels,* *License Plate: Bug Eyes* *1972 Camaro Z-28 (Baby), Haul Ass Orange w/black stripes, 350 crate motor, black powder coated wheels* *License Plate: 2Cool Z* *2010 Camaro 2SS/RS (Spice), Inferno Orange Metallic w/painted Summit White rally stripes, LS3 6-speed (HIS)* *License Plate: 2Cool SS* *2011 Camaro 2SS/RS (Sugar), Summit White w/ painted Inferno Orange Metallic rally stripes, Inferno Orange interior, L99 automatic (HERS)* *License Plate: 1Kool SS*

10-13-2011, 09:52 AM	#11
mike25 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dubba V Posts: 2,869	I think i remember you making a thread about why its stupid to upgrade? maybe that was someone else...anyways i wanted the v8 performance and sound- and i dont plan to buy another car for a long time. __________________ 2LT/RS M6 CGM VIN#53104 SOLD 2012 Black 2SS/RS w/ Hurst- Mods: Corsa catback, SSE, Vararam

10-13-2011, 10:11 AM	#13
WHIPPLECHARGED Drives: 2011 1SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vegas Posts: 736	I upgraded for more power and for a different color. The main reason is I could afford it after getting a raise in salary. __________________

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10-13-2011, 09:15 AM	#2
midlifemike Drives: 2012 2LT/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: US Posts: 94	I simply didn't like my previous car after living with it a year and the miserable way the manufacturer, and dealer's service, handled some very minor complaints (documented in TSB's yet). The Camaro fit most of my requirements and the ones it didn't fit were justified with the "wow factor"

10-13-2011, 09:22 AM	#3
c_LoW29 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, 2010 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2010 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 2,412 View My Garage	After 3 transmissions replacements on the 4th one they were trying to make me pay for it while it was still under warranty. My GM regional rep sent out an email to all the dealers in my area telling them to not work on my car. So they pushed me in a corner was about to go buy a mustang but I love the camaro way to much. This time around I wont worry so much about warranty considering it didnt help me much.

10-13-2011, 09:23 AM	#4
Bonanza7 Account Suspended Drives: 2010, Rally Yellow, Black stripes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2,363	I didn't "upgrade" and won't. $10,000 for an additional 100 (+ or -) hp is nuts. 312 is plenty unless you are racing. Not to mention insurance increase and gas increase.

10-13-2011, 09:54 AM	#12
CamaroFreako KMK Drives: Slow V6 Camaro Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: kuwait Posts: 497	What a dumb question is that? SS is a better car. what other reason you need?