Who is happy with 1LS V6?

[JFR1]

Will I be happy with base model? I am picking up a 1LS today - white. Anyone out there with anything to say good or bad? Should I upgrade to LT? I dont want or need bells or whistles. All plan on customizing is gutting audio/video, deeper exhaust, adding historic stripes and maybe changing rubber. Anything negative about the base rubber? I prefer the Hertage wheels. Thanks.

[LoneStarCamaro]

I'm more than happy with mine. I was okay with the wheels, but plan on changing them some time... Some of the other features ( 4 gauge pack, spoiler, HID headlights, etc.) can be purchased and installed later. Another thing, if you have 18" wheels the maximum speed is set to 118 mph, while the 20" wheels from the RS package allows a maximum speed of 155 mph. I'll never travel that fast so it doesn't bother me...
Good luck and post pics when you get it!

[JFR1]

Thanks for reply. Now you got me scared though. Are you saying the engine is governed to 118 with base wheels?

[Kurushio]

I dont know if you can upgrade the headlights to HID or put on the roof molding but most of the other stuff you probably could do. Really if the 2LT didnt have leather and was a bit cheaper i would have gotten it for the heated mirrors and seats plus the gauge.

But i just dont care about the leather that much but i enjoy the power seats, halos, and the HID's very much and the spoiler looks nice too but kinda wish it had a little more clearance between the car to make cleaning easier. I didnt really care about getting 20" rims either but i do love the style of them and how many people can say they have twenties lol.

I dont know if ill ever get the guage pack since i kinda like to put my sunglasses in that space and the gauge pack, although cool, is also kinda useless.

[Thrillz]

If you take your time you might be able to buy a fully loaded used 2LT RS for the same price as a new LS. You will end up putting a lot of the 2LT options in your ride just get the options and be done with it imo.

[JFR1]

Thanks for feedback. The White LS I am buying is $22,499 plus TTL. Im scared now though about earlier post that engine is governed when you get 18" wheels. Anyone know about that? All mods I plan on doing is adding sound processor to stereo, upgrading speakers, add throatier exhaust, twin blue Z28 stripes and maybe stagger tires - larger on rear. For guages I will add the door pillar aftermarket temp and oil pressure. But the engine govern has me freaked!

[Rob191288]

I my LS, the fun with buying a base model car is upgrading it. I almost bought the RS but decided I wanted to put some work and love into the car and upgrade it myself. It's all up to what you want to do. But I'd say the LS is a awesome choice and they say on 3% of camaro built are LS's so you will def have a rare version of it.

[BlaSSt Off]

The limiter is nothing a handheld programer can't fix. And your getting a V6, It's not exactly meant to go fast. And you can probably forget about getting a "throaty" exhaust, again... it's a V6.

[slick rick]

118

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63981

[Chobbs11]

Yes the base model with the 18" tires is limited to 118 miles per hour! I was bummed to find that out, after I bought the car. I still love the car. I've had it
Two weeks and have not needed to go over 80 yet.

[mydreamcar]

Love the car, did I wish I could afford a SS, sure. But if your handy and willing to learn you can do some of your own work. Installed fog lights, intake MRT exhaust and plus interior lighting and few other interior mods. Not sure how much I saved onl labor but I figured 5-6 hours of labor at 80$ , so any where from 400-500$ , As for the tires. if you shop arouind you can get the tires and rims you like and they should be cheaper than the 1 lt and 2 lt have, no knockin them, they are nice but it allows you to buy the car at price you can afford and then make the changes as you go. When i get my tires I will get the tune to raise the speed limit.

[Bonanza7]

I have an LS and am happy as a clam with it. Save a few bucks by getting an LS and put a few goodies on it. Best car I have ever had. i saw some aftermarket black 20" wheels that are dead ringers for the factory ones, but only $161 each.

[TooCool5]

Originally Posted by Bonanza7

I have an LS and am happy as a clam with it. Save a few bucks by getting an LS and put a few goodies on it. Best car I have ever had. i saw some aftermarket black 20" wheels that are dead ringers for the factory ones, but only $161 each.

My thoughts exactly, best car I ever had, show car looks, loaded with standard features, could upgrade as I want to.
Totally happy with my LS.

[Bonanza7]

Surprisingly, I actually like the base, (or should I say Heritage) wheels. Thought about the $161 aftermarket knock-offs, but decided to keep the base ones.

[Berean]

Exactly what I did. Got an LS and started modding the heck out of it.

[jagan323]

I would say LS is a good place to start. I have the 1LT... but LS is like base base car. You save a lot of money to run some mods. I kind of wish I went LS instead of 1LT.

[txrhino]

Originally Posted by BlaSSt Off

The limiter is nothing a handheld programer can't fix. And your getting a V6, It's not exactly meant to go fast. And you can probably forget about getting a "throaty" exhaust, again... it's a V6.

Yes it can be reprogramed BUT it is programed at 118 because the tires are only rated at 118. IF you reprogram it you need to upgrade your tires to handle the extra speed. I have a 1LT and and even if its not meant for speed I have had at 140 and climbing,,,,,,,not too bad for a car "not meant for speed". An SS (8) might get there a bit faster but the LT (6) isnt a slouch!

Look in the classified section of CAMARO5. lots of people sell the stock upgrade rims and tires at very good prices to upgrade to after market.

Kevin
Txrhino

[camaroitalia]

i love it.

[67for/me]

Love ours. But I will say at this point there are no plug and play Halos or driving lights. I am sure there will be but not as of yet. As far as the 118 mph when you get 20’s just reprogram it.

[raqball]

Originally Posted by BlaSSt Off

And your getting a V6, It's not exactly meant to go fast. And you can probably forget about getting a "throaty" exhaust, again... it's a V6.

Huh? Have you ever driven the V6??? I assume not...

The V6 has plenty of power... More power than any non going to the track driver will ever need...

Why are you so concerned about the 118MPH limit? That is far above and beyond any speed limit anyway...

I put a Magnaflow exhaust with an X pipe and an Injen CAI and let me tell you, it sounds mean as heck!!!!!

I have and love my LS... It's the best bang for the buck to be found.. And on top that, it's a sweet looking Camaro..

I doubt you'd be disappointed with the LS...

Here is a photo of my LS..

[WyteMamba]

thats a good looking ls raqball!

[Brownhornitt]

The only reasons I got the 1LT (which is close to the LS) is the sunroof and wheels. Sounds like you don't mind not having those, so you should be good to go. Summit White is beautiful.

[yzfmik]

Originally Posted by BlaSSt Off

And your getting a V6, It's not exactly meant to go fast. And you can probably forget about getting a "throaty" exhaust, again... it's a V6.

What does that mean? The V-6 has more HP than an LT-1 and comes close in performance. Not to mention the 5th Gen V-6 will out handle any previous F-Body, making "going fast" even better & safer. Ever been 150 in a 4th Gen? Car feels like it's floating, I bet the 5th feels far better. There's alot of good exhaust's that sound good an a V-6, but no they won't sound like a V-8........cause they're not V-8's. Some people like the turbo whine of a 4 cylinder, some a "throaty" V-8, and some........gasp!!....like the sound of a 6.

[Inuyashas_Brother]

I would prefer a leather steering wheel over the plastic one in the LS. Other than that, no complaints

[xpanda305x]

me just want rims now :(