aftermarket HID lamps?

[Andro]

Originally Posted by 2Scoops

I ordered a NON RS 2SS just because I don't really need any of the other items in the RS package... especially for the $1200 price. But since I can't see myself going back to regular headlights, I really DO want HID's...(halo's would be neat, but not really a huge concern for me). I plan on waiting a few months and ordering them through GM.

Just like every other aftermarket goodie out there, I'm sure there will be a ton of knick-knacks for the Camaro. Just try searching for Mustang accessories and you'll find a bunch of cool.... and mostly ridiculous ricer inspired stuff.

Getting the HID's through GM after you get your car might cost more then 1200 for the pair. IMO just get the RS package

[2Scoops]

Originally Posted by Andro

Getting the HID's through GM after you get your car might cost more then 1200 for the pair. IMO just get the RS package

If that's the case I'll just go aftermarket.

[dodson914]

Please do it right and get the correct housing if you are going to make the switch over to HID. The glare is awful when not done correctly and can be dangerous to other drivers. Doing it right is not cheap. Just my .02

[Mr_Draco]

Originally Posted by dodson914

Please do it right and get the correct housing if you are going to make the switch over to HID. The glare is awful when not done correctly and can be dangerous to other drivers. Do it right is not cheap. Just my .02

GM HID's will cost anywhere from $500-$600 per side. Most aftermarket units are NOT DOT certified and are ILLEGAL in most areas. These $50-$100 HID's you see on Ebay may look like the best way to go at first glance but you will not be thinking that when you're slapped with a huge fine and facing possible involuntary vehicular manslaughter because your crappy lights blinded someone and caused a wreck. In which case it is YOUR fault for using non-DOT certified equipment.

[CaMario]

Ouch that's gonna be a pretty expensive replacement when those baby's burn out. I don't know that much about HID's - what's the expected lifespan?

[Andro]

Originally Posted by CaMario

Ouch that's gonna be a pretty expensive replacement when those baby's burn out. I don't know that much about HID's - what's the expected lifespan?

Way longer then halogen my man

[Mr_Draco]

Originally Posted by CaMario

Ouch that's gonna be a pretty expensive replacement when those baby's burn out. I don't know that much about HID's - what's the expected lifespan?

Don't worry about replacing them. These lights will pretty much last forever as long as the housing stays intact.

[Rodrunner]

Originally Posted by zebra

if you do that, you'll also have to get the ballasts and relays that go with them as well, not to mention rewire the DRL and parking lamp circuits

Correct. It's more than a bulb replacement, way more. They will last almost indefinitely, if the voltage source is constant/well regulated.



Here's a manufacturer that already has some available, posted by ZombieEatsYou, http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/05/prweb2405534.htm
Also, Camaro CamaroScotty says he has bought this brand and calls them GOOD quality http://www.cqlight.ca/

[whiteycg]

I like the halo lights

[CamaroInfinitum]

Originally Posted by NewCar

If you can get the foglights aftermarket... and of course whatever wheels you want, that makes it ok to buy the cheap LS model, and get the only things that would give it away replaced. Then the car is less than 25k and qualifies for my free check from TX for 3000 dollars off a new vehicle for airchecktexas. Sweet!

free check, eh? $3K off a camaro? tell me more! must one be a resident of Texas or does the car merely have to be purchased in the state of texas??