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shan1997 · 01-22-2014, 09:30 PM

I currently have a 2012 1LT but wanted to upgrade to a 2013 2LT mainly due to the heated seats, halo lights and touchscreen radio. I was under the impression you could add a RS package later after purchasing the car but soon found out that was not true. Someone told me I could just pay to have some of the features I wanted instead of upgrading and getting a whole
New car?? I wondered if this was true. Would I save by adding on these features as opposed to trading in buying a new car? And if so can it be done? Main features I wanted was the halo lights and heated seats.
I understand the radio I wouldn't be able to get at the moment because it's only found in the 2013's. How much would halo lights on a 2012 and heated seats on a 2012 be? Just curious.

DennisW1284 · 01-22-2014, 09:42 PM

The 2LT doesn't come with halo headlights on its own. To get everything you want you would have to do the below:

- Upgrade to 2LT ($3000)
- Add the RS package ($2000)
- Take a loss on a trade in (unknown amount)

Upgrading to halo headlights on your 2012 wouldn't be cheap either. Last I looked those headlights were selling for like $800 a piece. Then you have to buy a harness. Installation isn't trivial either. If you can't do it yourself, it will probably $200+ to install.

I recently found a set of headlights that aren't exactly like the stock RS HIDs, but very close. This is a much more reasonable option of $500 for a pair of headlights. Plug and play. It cost $200 to have installed, but i also had fogs installed at the same time, so maybe a tad cheaper for just headlights.

http://www.phastekperformance.com/2010-****************-Camaro-Hero-Halo-Headlights-p/phastek-camaro-headlight.htm

The Stig · 01-22-2014, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DennisW1284

The 2LT doesn't come with halo headlights on its own. To get everything you want you would have to do the below:

- Upgrade to 2LT ($3000)
- Add the RS package ($2000)
- Take a loss on a trade in (unknown amount)

Upgrading to halo headlights on your 2012 wouldn't be cheap either. Last I looked those headlights were selling for like $800 a piece. Then you have to buy a harness. Installation isn't trivial either. If you can't do it yourself, it will probably $200+ to install.

I recently found a set of headlights that aren't exactly like the stock RS HIDs, but very close. This is a much more reasonable option of $500 for a pair of headlights. Plug and play. It cost $200 to have installed, but i also had fogs installed at the same time, so maybe a tad cheaper for just headlights.

The RS headlights are only that much if you buy them from the dealer.

You can get used RS headlights and the non-RS to RS harness from Gen5DIY for about $850.

Wolvie70 · 01-22-2014, 09:51 PM

You can get the stereo as well...

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=338161

PalmerGA · 01-23-2014, 07:59 AM

Just get it over with and trade for a 2013 2SS/RS. You'll be very glad you did!

01-22-2014, 09:30 PM	#1
shan1997 Drives: 2013 Red Hot Camaro Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Georgia Posts: 254	Questions about adding aftermarket features on a 2012 camaro. I currently have a 2012 1LT but wanted to upgrade to a 2013 2LT mainly due to the heated seats, halo lights and touchscreen radio. I was under the impression you could add a RS package later after purchasing the car but soon found out that was not true. Someone told me I could just pay to have some of the features I wanted instead of upgrading and getting a whole New car?? I wondered if this was true. Would I save by adding on these features as opposed to trading in buying a new car? And if so can it be done? Main features I wanted was the halo lights and heated seats. I understand the radio I wouldn't be able to get at the moment because it's only found in the 2013's. How much would halo lights on a 2012 and heated seats on a 2012 be? Just curious.

01-22-2014, 09:42 PM	#2
DennisW1284 Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LS Silver Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 62 View My Garage	The 2LT doesn't come with halo headlights on its own. To get everything you want you would have to do the below: - Upgrade to 2LT ($3000) - Add the RS package ($2000) - Take a loss on a trade in (unknown amount) Upgrading to halo headlights on your 2012 wouldn't be cheap either. Last I looked those headlights were selling for like $800 a piece. Then you have to buy a harness. Installation isn't trivial either. If you can't do it yourself, it will probably $200+ to install. I recently found a set of headlights that aren't exactly like the stock RS HIDs, but very close. This is a much more reasonable option of $500 for a pair of headlights. Plug and play. It cost $200 to have installed, but i also had fogs installed at the same time, so maybe a tad cheaper for just headlights. http://www.phastekperformance.com/2010-***************-Camaro-Hero-Halo-Headlights-p/phastek-camaro-headlight.htm __________________ Last edited by DennisW1284; 01-22-2014 at 10:03 PM.*

01-23-2014, 07:59 AM	#5
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Just get it over with and trade for a 2013 2SS/RS. You'll be very glad you did! __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

01-22-2014, 09:51 PM	#4
Wolvie70 Drives: 2016 2SS, Summit White, A8, NPP Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Arkansas Posts: 717	You can get the stereo as well... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=338161