2010 L99 RJT/Black

[2010 L99]

Come on in, grab a cold one, have fun and welcome to my lounge.

2010 L99 is a 2010 2SS/RS L99 RJT built Dec 21st, 2009 (#79949) with black interior, sunroof and polished wheels.

One caveat - this will not be a $50k-$100k, $30k-$50k drivetrain, drag-only car or 600hp+ build. I actually drive my car daily, except for rain and snow, and don't leave it with builders for months for a $30k upgrade. I say that because I don't want to waste anyone's time for those only looking for journals with those kinds of builds.


1. A friendly reminder that rules of the Camaro5 forum apply here and everywhere.
2. Be Respectful (see Rule 1).
3. Have fun while you're here!

Current Mod List:

Appearance
Tint
Nano-Fusion paint protection
Billet Front Speaker Rings
Custom Underhood Bowtie
Custom Dash plate
MPD1 Spoiler
RJT Painted Heritage Grille with Billet SS
Street Scene ducted lower grille
RJT Painted engine cover
Lloyd's Premium Front and Trunk SS Mats
SRP Billet Pedals
Fieldgoal DRL Harness
CoverKing Satin Stretch Car Cover and Storage Bag

Performance
439rwhp/392rwtq
Custom VVT II2 RPM Motorsports Cam
AFM/DOD Delete with LS7 lifters, PRC dual valve springs, new pushrods and ported LS6 oil pump by RPM Motorsports
CNC ported and milled heads by TEA
QTP Electric Cutouts
Kooks LT 1 7/8 coated headers
Kooks HF Cats
Kooks Street Sleeper exhaust
CAI intake
Elite Engineering Catch Can
Elite Engineering Billet Tunnel Brace
Yank SS3200 Torque Converter
B&M Transmission Cooler
Metco Driveshaft Loop
RPM Motorsports Tuned

Suspension
BC Racing Coilovers
BMR Front radius rod bushings
BMR Rear Differential Bushing Kit, Pro Version
BMR Full Cradle Bushing Kit, Pro Version
BMR Trailing Arms

Wheels and Tires
Forgeline S03 with Silver Center, Polished Lip, Hidden Hardware - Step Lip Series
20x9.5
20x11
27540ZR20 Nitto Invo
31535ZR20 Nitto Invo

Future Mods
Driveshaft Shop One Piece Aluminum Driveshaft
Racing Brake Slotted Rotors and Pads
3.91 posi

[2010 L99]

When the fifth Gen's were announced five years ago I liked their look but didn't really give much thought of owning one. After looking at the marketing information I knew that if I ever got one I'd get a 2SS and hopefully it would be an ABM. I'd already owned a 69 RS that was a garage queen and used to have a 1977 silver one that I took to Iceland when I was stationed there but I wasn't what you'd call a Camaro fanatic by any stretch like so many here.

In fact, after the initial announcement in 2006, I didn't think about them much other than when I started seeing them on the roads a couple of years ago. My family accused me of having 2010 Camaro radar because I could see one coming and going way before they did. That all changed earlier this year thanks to an email from Chevrolet announcing the ZL1.

That email piqued my interest so I looked at the ZL marketing information and then began looking on the 2010 and 2011 models. The more I looked the more I was hooked and my research began with finding this great site. I was immediately disappointed to learn the ABM wasn't offered anymore. I looked for used ones but wasn't willing to pay the $5k markup the few used ones I found were being offered for. I love the color but when it comes down to it it's still just another color so it wasn't worth $5k to me.

Feb 13th, 2011 - I joined this site and began reading everything I could about this car. The problems, the good-bad-and ugly, members cars, upgrades, parts, etc. Just like many of you have done I'm sure. I continued my research spending several hours per day, and about a week later decided I was ready to purchase one.

Feb 19th, 2011 - My first PM here was to Becky about ordering a new 2011. I asked if she honored Zag pricing and she said she would check and get back to me the following week. I never heard back from her but it was probably a good thing because I started to learn I could save about $5-$6k if I was willing to settle for one the new 2010 leftovers.

My research continued for several more weeks as I began narrowing my choices to car color and options. I wasn't attached to a certain color but I've never owned a white painted car and knew I wasn't going to buy white or an LS3. There's too much stop and go traffic for my downtown commute and VA hills isn't like driving in FL where I grew up.

Mar 7th, 2011 - Since there were only a few 2010s around here that were either white or LS3's or both, I emailed several dealers within 150 miles of here about their remaining 2010s and made them what I considered reasonable offers. After several emails I finally agreed to purchase the L99 RJT (for $5200 under sticker) located at Easton Chevy, MD.

Mar 11th, 2011 - Drove to Easton, MD and picked up the car and brought her home.

[2010 L99]

Some of you have asked for pictures of my 69 RS 383 stroker and my 1996 Impala SS DCM LT1. I also included one of my Triton TR-21X.

[2010 SSRS]

awesome 69

[2010 L99]

March 18th - After researching various headers and exhaust and listening to dozens of clips I decided on the Kooks 1 7/8, Kooks Street Sleeper catback and CAI intake and placed my order with http://marylandspeed.com/chevy-camaro-2010-c-1240.html. Everything arrived March 22nd except for the headers which are still at JetHot getting coated.

[2010 L99]

Originally Posted by 2010 SSRS

awesome 69

[2010 L99]

March 26th - First official upgrade is VA legal window tint by http://www.tintdoctorva.com/

[2010 L99]

April 1st - Nano-Fusion paint protection installed by http://www.carpretty.net/

You can't see it except for very up close. When I first looked the car over when picking it up she (installer) had to point out where the lines were.

[Orange Krate]

Welcome 2010 L99! Great start to hopefully a long and cherished thread. SUBSCRIBED! I hope you have a much fun with your hot cherry as we are having with our Orange Krate.

Jim

[2010 L99]

Thank you Jim. I'm still speechless seeing all the superb 5th Gen's here. If mine becomes just a micron of what many here have become I'll be a happy camper.

[2010 L99]

April 3rd - Ordered my plates today -- MUSSCLE

[2010 L99]

A few new ones. It was a gorgeous day here today.

[2010 L99]

Install of Kooks headers, HF Cats and exhaust, CAI intake, Elite Catch Can and Steve Williams tune scheduled for next Wed-Fri.

[2010 L99]

Received my personalize plates (MUSSCLE) yesterday. Only took 10 days and $20 (not $65 as some have posted), and will probably be the best bang for the buck I'll spend on this car.

PAS still has my car for the headers, exhaust, CAI and tune so I'll post pics either tomorrow evening or over the weekend.