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93civej1 · 04-14-2014, 11:02 AM

Ok,So I am the owner of a C5 Z06 corvette. (2001). Stock for the most part except a few things. I have only had it about a year. I came from a fully built singled 94 Toyota Supra.I love my vette, but something about the camaro 5 SS (with 1LE for the new ones) have really started to tug at me for some reason.I just recently had a daughter and can not drive the vette with my wife and daughter because, well she is just a couple months old, and there is no rear seat.With the camaro I like the idea of having a LS3 that makes more power than my current LS6 (though much heavier car), and the idea of having a backseat that I can drive this and fit baby in the back.I really like the 13/14s because of the 1LE package, but honestly im not a fan of the wrapped hood on cars where its real noticeable.The steering wheel looks hideous to me on the earlier ones. Are there are things I need to know or think about??

93civej1 · 04-14-2014, 11:06 AM

oh and because I am sure you all will ask...this is it...

Squillo · 04-14-2014, 11:08 AM

You can take the wrap off the hood if you get a 1LE, the hood is painted body color underneath.

93civej1 · 04-14-2014, 11:09 AM

that is awesome to know.

Chevy_cowboy · 04-14-2014, 12:38 PM

With the passenger seat slid all the way forward, a rear facing infant seat and base fit in the back, not exactly roomy for the passenger, but its doable. My wife and 5mo old daughter and I have logged about 1800 miles in ours so far.

Once the kiddos can transition to a forward facing seat, there's plenty of room.

honor first · 04-14-2014, 03:19 PM

mines for sale OP,

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go for gold

93civej1 · 04-14-2014, 06:07 PM

thats nice, but im not exactly ready yet. Would have to do some vehicle rearranging first.

FB3 · 04-14-2014, 08:30 PM

I had a new '06 C6 Corvette. I had it for less than a year and sold it. Just did not like the overall aura of the car for me. I have had five Corvettes, the C6 being the last one, and now three Camaros over many years. Like most everything, any car is somewhat of a compromise, especially a performance car.

My present '14 2SS LS3 is a very good car and I thoroughly enjoy driving it. It is definitely more practical than the C6. Definitely heavier, but I actually like the driving feel of the car. The interior of the '14 Camaro has been improved immensely compared the the '10 that I had, but it still needs a lot of upgrades to get it to a really good level.

Hopefully you will have the chance to get a good long test drive in a new Camaro prior to purchasing so you can make an informed decision. Definitely get your wife involved in the process also. I have no regrets about getting my new one.

ChevyGirl661 · 04-14-2014, 10:12 PM

Beautiful Corvette!

I think that sounds like a great idea. I have two kids and they fit very well in my Camaro. They have the big, bulky car seats and I haven't had a single issue with them being uncomfortable.

93civej1 · 04-15-2014, 09:59 AM

Thanks for the replies. What has improved interior wise? When did the steering wheels get updated? I really like the recaro option on the new ones but it wouldn't be a necessity.

monstertodd · 04-15-2014, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 93civej1

Thanks for the replies. What has improved interior wise? When did the steering wheels get updated? I really like the recaro option on the new ones but it wouldn't be a necessity.

There have been incremental improvements to the interiors of these cars pretty much from 2011 on. The dash inserts started appearing in 2012 I believe. Mylink showed up in 2013. The new steering wheel I believe is 2012+

93civej1 · 04-15-2014, 12:40 PM

I need to investigate more. Honestly, i like both bodies front and rear. The wrapped hood on the 1LE, meh. SS and RS would be must for HIDs and LS3 motor. 6spd manual would be a must.

93civej1 · 04-15-2014, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevyGirl661

Beautiful Corvette!

I think that sounds like a great idea. I have two kids and they fit very well in my Camaro. They have the big, bulky car seats and I haven't had a single issue with them being uncomfortable.

Thanks...that would be the main reason...and the looks of the camaros are growing on me for some reason. I dont see many options for deep dish good looking wheels though. The ZL1 wheels look great from the factory though.

Sapper12b · 04-15-2014, 05:52 PM

93CIVEJ1, since your family is starting to grow have you considered the New "SS" sedan? It's a family car with the LS3 engine.

04-14-2014, 11:02 AM	#1
93civej1 Drives: 01 z06 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Knoxville Posts: 22	Eyeing these Camaro 5 gens Ok,So I am the owner of a C5 Z06 corvette. (2001). Stock for the most part except a few things. I have only had it about a year. I came from a fully built singled 94 Toyota Supra.I love my vette, but something about the camaro 5 SS (with 1LE for the new ones) have really started to tug at me for some reason.I just recently had a daughter and can not drive the vette with my wife and daughter because, well she is just a couple months old, and there is no rear seat.With the camaro I like the idea of having a LS3 that makes more power than my current LS6 (though much heavier car), and the idea of having a backseat that I can drive this and fit baby in the back.I really like the 13/14s because of the 1LE package, but honestly im not a fan of the wrapped hood on cars where its real noticeable.The steering wheel looks hideous to me on the earlier ones. Are there are things I need to know or think about??

04-14-2014, 12:38 PM	#5
Chevy_cowboy Drives: 2011 IOM 2SS/RS M6 Convertible Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Southern Illinois Posts: 1,287 View My Garage	With the passenger seat slid all the way forward, a rear facing infant seat and base fit in the back, not exactly roomy for the passenger, but its doable. My wife and 5mo old daughter and I have logged about 1800 miles in ours so far. Once the kiddos can transition to a forward facing seat, there's plenty of room. Attached Images __________________

04-14-2014, 08:30 PM	#8
FB3 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS RS LS3, BRM, NPP Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 411	I had a new '06 C6 Corvette. I had it for less than a year and sold it. Just did not like the overall aura of the car for me. I have had five Corvettes, the C6 being the last one, and now three Camaros over many years. Like most everything, any car is somewhat of a compromise, especially a performance car. My present '14 2SS LS3 is a very good car and I thoroughly enjoy driving it. It is definitely more practical than the C6. Definitely heavier, but I actually like the driving feel of the car. The interior of the '14 Camaro has been improved immensely compared the the '10 that I had, but it still needs a lot of upgrades to get it to a really good level. Hopefully you will have the chance to get a good long test drive in a new Camaro prior to purchasing so you can make an informed decision. Definitely get your wife involved in the process also. I have no regrets about getting my new one. __________________ Experience is the best teacher but the tuition is very high.

04-15-2014, 05:52 PM	#14
Sapper12b HTCC Member Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,868 View My Garage	93CIVEJ1, since your family is starting to grow have you considered the New "SS" sedan? It's a family car with the LS3 engine. Attached Images __________________

04-14-2014, 11:06 AM	#2
93civej1 Drives: 01 z06 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Knoxville Posts: 22	oh and because I am sure you all will ask...this is it...

04-14-2014, 11:08 AM	#3
Squillo Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS BRM LS3 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hawaii Posts: 1,174	You can take the wrap off the hood if you get a 1LE, the hood is painted body color underneath.

04-14-2014, 11:09 AM	#4
93civej1 Drives: 01 z06 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Knoxville Posts: 22	that is awesome to know.

04-14-2014, 06:07 PM	#7
93civej1 Drives: 01 z06 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Knoxville Posts: 22	thats nice, but im not exactly ready yet. Would have to do some vehicle rearranging first.

04-14-2014, 10:12 PM	#9
ChevyGirl661 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Bakersfield, CA Posts: 240	Beautiful Corvette! I think that sounds like a great idea. I have two kids and they fit very well in my Camaro. They have the big, bulky car seats and I haven't had a single issue with them being uncomfortable.

04-15-2014, 09:59 AM	#10
93civej1 Drives: 01 z06 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Knoxville Posts: 22	Thanks for the replies. What has improved interior wise? When did the steering wheels get updated? I really like the recaro option on the new ones but it wouldn't be a necessity.

04-15-2014, 12:40 PM	#12
93civej1 Drives: 01 z06 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Knoxville Posts: 22	I need to investigate more. Honestly, i like both bodies front and rear. The wrapped hood on the 1LE, meh. SS and RS would be must for HIDs and LS3 motor. 6spd manual would be a must.