How much will great deals on new vettes effect sales of new Camaro - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Mrbowtie26 · 12-09-2008, 05:06 PM

As the title states how much will Camaro sales be effected due too deals on the 09 Vettes ? To be honest the Camaro I wanted has a MSRP at approx37,500 ish. I can get a 09 base model Vette with Z51 package for 39k. I know the Camaro has back seats and is apparently more family friendly but ... well it's a Vette. This coming from someone that never considered purchasing a Vette before this year when I realized how cheap they were comparitively to the new Camaro. Or because the price gap has closed between the Camaro and vette with the new deals. Maybe GM will offer incentives on new Camaro's due to the economy ? Thoughts anyone ?

L. James · 12-09-2008, 05:18 PM

Decision made here

blckWS6TA · 12-09-2008, 05:44 PM

I dont want a bottom of the line Corvette, even if it is a vette. Besides, I am 24, I have years to get a vette, unless the tree huggers kill muscle cars. Also, how often do you get to order a car and have it made to your exact specifications.

EMB135Driver · 12-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blckWS6TA

Also, how often do you get to order a car and have it made to your exact specifications.

Uhh, you can order a car to your specifications anytime you want.

Mrbowtie26 · 12-09-2008, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blckWS6TA

I dont want a bottom of the line Corvette, even if it is a vette. Besides, I am 24, I have years to get a vette, unless the tree huggers kill muscle cars. Also, how often do you get to order a car and have it made to your exact specifications.

Well you can order your new vette to your exact specs I believe unless I'm wrong.

Legend · 12-09-2008, 06:50 PM

More than a few here have canx their order due to deals on Vettes...so I'm sure we'll see a few more!

I'd love a Vette but I want a Z06...that's mad cash right there and even with the bad economy they are still more than I can spend!

fastfret7 · 12-09-2008, 06:51 PM

Where R U guys finding a 09' Vette w/ the Z51 pack for 39K?? Not in Washington,DC!!! I love the vette, but no back seats and the insurance.....Deal breaker!

Mrbowtie26 · 12-09-2008, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fastfret7

Where R U guys finding a 09' Vette w/ the Z51 pack for 39K?? Not in Washington,DC!!! I love the vette, but no back seats and the insurance.....Deal breaker!

My mistake this is an 08
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-d...chevrolet.html

and 2009 are starting at 40k
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-d...-must-see.html

There are tons of deals for Lt1 vettes starting at 40k

Chewy · 12-09-2008, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrbowtie26

Well you can order your new vette to your exact specs I believe unless I'm wrong.

i believe he meant that the camaro you want is YOUR exact specs if you order it, but your considering a BASE vette instead (not your exact specs, but what you can afford)

i could be wrong, but thats how i read it

VICTORY RED 1SS · 12-09-2008, 07:48 PM

If I wanted a vette I'd buy a vette. The price has no bearing on the decision. I want a Camaro.
I guess during the time up to delivery, the real Camaro people are sorted out from the people who don't necessarily want a Camaro, just a sports car.

Personally I don't like Corvettes, and I don't see any advantage to owning a Vette instead of a Camaro anyway.

I fully expect to spank every one I come across. Never lost to any Vettes with my 2002 SS, and I don't plan to lose to any in my new Camaro either.

just my .02

Hoss · 12-09-2008, 08:40 PM

Let this picture say 1000 words....I want my loaded SS/RS Camaro, with LS-3 motor & six speed manual transmission. Thank You!!

OldTimer · 12-09-2008, 08:45 PM

Uh oh. This is what happens when it takes sooooo long to get the camaro in our hands. The troops are growing restless, very restless. I can sympathize with you. Some of the deals out here are great when you consider you are going to take the first year depreciation off the sticker! The wait is painful, and, we are getting bits and pieces of info that the camaro start up could be slower then WE had hoped for, as in we can change our orders up thru Januray now. We still don't know how long it is going to take to get our camaro's, but, the general feeling I get is, it is going to be later then 1Q before most of us see our cars. I just can't imagine the feeling of seeing a camaro and regretting not having one.

StoutFiles · 12-09-2008, 10:45 PM

All it takes is one look at the picture above and it'll remind you why were all here.

A Vette is of course a Vette but just remember, no back seats and much higher insurance. I feel much better having a fully loaded awesome car than a base model awesome car.

Mrbowtie26 · 12-09-2008, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StoutFiles

All it takes is one look at the picture above and it'll remind you why were all here.

A Vette is of course a Vette but just remember, no back seats and much higher insurance. I feel much better having a fully loaded awesome car than a base model awesome car.

Actually i got a quote for insurance in a used 07 vette lt3 that i may buy for 30k cash and with the vette added to my 04 dodge ram my monthly payment goes up by $38.00 with full coverage and full glass. 100/300

RallyFever · 12-10-2008, 12:01 AM

[QUOTE=VICTORY RED 1SS;213342]

Personally I don't like Corvettes, and I don't see any advantage to owning a Vette instead of a Camaro anyway.

I fully expect to spank every one I come across. Never lost to any Vettes with my 2002 SS, and I don't plan to lose to any in my new Camaro either.

You obviously are lying or have been lucky enough to not race any serious vette drivers.

Corvette is Chevrolet's "creme de la creme" and it always will be.

I have owned three vettes and just sold my 06 in preparation for my new 2SS. I just want the throw back muscle car look for a little while, but I'd be a fool to not expect diminished performance.

Each to his own. Get what you like, but let's keep the forum honest and realistic and not disrespect the "King of Chevrolet".

camaro5 · 12-10-2008, 12:23 AM

Everybody love everybody. It's all GM, even all Chevrolet.

LS3 in Corvette = 430hp moving 3300lbs.

LS3 in Camaro SS = 422hp moving 3900lbs.

Acceleration winner is clear.

Mod both car's LS3 equally...

Accelaration winner is clear.

To each his own. GM needs everybody's business, Camaro and Corvette.

frank99ta · 12-10-2008, 12:37 AM

The corvette forum is about the only place you will find a new vette for 41k. In the DFW area, a 1lt will cost you about 44 to 45k. My 2ss on order is 34200. That is about a 10 to 11k difference. That is a pretty big chunk of change. I'm driving an 05 vette now, and as good as the camaro is gonna be, it won't out perform the vette. I'm hoping it'll be pretty close, otherwise it's gonna be a tough decision. I deleted the RS package and the stripes from my order to get the price down because it was going to be almost 36k. If I was going to spend 37 or 38k, I would definitely try to buy a new vette. I just can't wait to get into an ls3. My ls2 is quick, but I test drove an ls3 before I bought my 05 and that ls3 is a beast. It pulled as hard as my 04 Z06. Good luck with which ever one you choose. Either way, you're gonna end up with an awesome car. Its a no lose situation.

fastfret7 · 12-10-2008, 01:16 AM

Wow, seeing that picture of a Black Camaro makes my heart skip a beat. I want it soooooo bad!!!! Just start the production now and GM won't have to worry about a bail out. Santa please bring me my Black 2SS/RS!!!!!

*Camaro_Corvette* · 12-10-2008, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blckWS6TA

I dont want a bottom of the line Corvette, even if it is a vette. Besides, I am 24, I have years to get a vette, unless the tree huggers kill muscle cars. Also, how often do you get to order a car and have it made to your exact specifications.

Ahem, sorry to say this but the bottom of the line vette is still an extremely fast vette. Which is getting the same engine as our top of the line camaro with several hundred pounds of lost weight. Times in the twelves. IDK about you, but if thats faster for the same price, its a vette for me. Plus you put the same mod on the engine in the corvette and the camaro, then the vette will still get more use out of the power than the camaro will because of the decreased weight.

But the camaro has two extra seats...D@mn, almost had myself talked into it.

TomServo · 12-10-2008, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VICTORY RED 1SS

If I wanted a vette I'd buy a vette. The price has no bearing on the decision. I want a Camaro.
I guess during the time up to delivery, the real Camaro people are sorted out from the people who don't necessarily want a Camaro, just a sports car.

Personally I don't like Corvettes, and I don't see any advantage to owning a Vette instead of a Camaro anyway.

I fully expect to spank every one I come across. Never lost to any Vettes with my 2002 SS, and I don't plan to lose to any in my new Camaro either.

just my .02

Any time slips to back that up???

*Camaro_Corvette* · 12-10-2008, 09:32 AM

^+1 Shenanigans! Those vette guys must not have realized that they were racing.

Army Guy · 12-10-2008, 10:30 AM

Made my decision to go with a Vette - 465HP of true joy!!!!

See this Link -

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10066

QS78 · 12-10-2008, 02:28 PM

BIG TIME

taz · 12-10-2008, 03:46 PM

It was a tough decistion for me too. I debated back and forth and decided on the camaro over the ZR1 due to the back seats and new design. I might pick up a Z06 next year for my girlfriend so that I can still play around in a vette on some weekends.

fastball · 12-10-2008, 03:49 PM

This should acutally pressure the price DOWN on Camaros. If a dealer is intent on selling Camaros at MSRP or greater, and a Corvette can be had for not much more, unless he/she's a complete idiot in the world of finances, if they want to move any Camaros the price on them will drop as well.

If I am going to spend $40k on anything (and I'm not, but if I did), I would certainly buy a Corvette in a heartbeat over a Camaro.

12-09-2008, 05:06 PM	#1
Mrbowtie26 Drives: 2000 TransAm Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT Posts: 67	How much will great deals on new vettes effect sales of new Camaro As the title states how much will Camaro sales be effected due too deals on the 09 Vettes ? To be honest the Camaro I wanted has a MSRP at approx37,500 ish. I can get a 09 base model Vette with Z51 package for 39k. I know the Camaro has back seats and is apparently more family friendly but ... well it's a Vette. This coming from someone that never considered purchasing a Vette before this year when I realized how cheap they were comparitively to the new Camaro. Or because the price gap has closed between the Camaro and vette with the new deals. Maybe GM will offer incentives on new Camaro's due to the economy ? Thoughts anyone ?

12-09-2008, 05:18 PM	#2
L. James 'Vetteran Drives: 2007 CORVETTE, 2001 Camaro DD Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 69	Decision made here __________________ Like the Camaro...only 'Vetter.

12-09-2008, 05:44 PM	#3
blckWS6TA Drives: 1996 Trans Am WS6 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sugar Land Texas Posts: 31	I dont want a bottom of the line Corvette, even if it is a vette. Besides, I am 24, I have years to get a vette, unless the tree huggers kill muscle cars. Also, how often do you get to order a car and have it made to your exact specifications. __________________ 1996 Black Trans Am WS6 88,901 miles 392 RWHP 442 RWTQ

12-09-2008, 06:51 PM	#7
fastfret7 Drives: 2003 Ford Focus SVT EAP Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ashburn,VA Posts: 299	Where R U guys finding a 09' Vette w/ the Z51 pack for 39K?? Not in Washington,DC!!! I love the vette, but no back seats and the insurance.....Deal breaker! __________________ Heroes will be remembered, but legends will never die!! -The Sandlot...I know In my garage: 2003 Ford Focus SVT EAP in Infa-red 1 of 101 1970 EL Camino 454 SS w/ 4 speed muncie Red w/ Blk stripes 2010 2SS/RS Camaro w/hurst 6 spd in black on black w/red rally stripes

12-09-2008, 08:40 PM	#11
Hoss Drives: 2004GMC Extended Cab Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Texas Posts: 623 View My Garage	Let this picture say 1000 words....I want my loaded SS/RS Camaro, with LS-3 motor & six speed manual transmission. Thank You!! Attached Images Last edited by Hoss; 12-09-2008 at 11:01 PM.

12-09-2008, 06:50 PM	#6
Legend Hello! Drives: 2008 JSB Z06! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,625 View My Garage	More than a few here have canx their order due to deals on Vettes...so I'm sure we'll see a few more! I'd love a Vette but I want a Z06...that's mad cash right there and even with the bad economy they are still more than I can spend!

12-09-2008, 08:45 PM	#12
OldTimer Drives: 2012 Victory Red ZL1 MG9 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 376	Uh oh. This is what happens when it takes sooooo long to get the camaro in our hands. The troops are growing restless, very restless. I can sympathize with you. Some of the deals out here are great when you consider you are going to take the first year depreciation off the sticker! The wait is painful, and, we are getting bits and pieces of info that the camaro start up could be slower then WE had hoped for, as in we can change our orders up thru Januray now. We still don't know how long it is going to take to get our camaro's, but, the general feeling I get is, it is going to be later then 1Q before most of us see our cars. I just can't imagine the feeling of seeing a camaro and regretting not having one.

12-09-2008, 10:45 PM	#13
StoutFiles Drives: Black/Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 733	All it takes is one look at the picture above and it'll remind you why were all here. A Vette is of course a Vette but just remember, no back seats and much higher insurance. I feel much better having a fully loaded awesome car than a base model awesome car.

12-10-2008, 12:01 AM	#15
RallyFever Senior Member Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 749	[QUOTE=VICTORY RED 1SS;213342] Personally I don't like Corvettes, and I don't see any advantage to owning a Vette instead of a Camaro anyway. I fully expect to spank every one I come across. Never lost to any Vettes with my 2002 SS, and I don't plan to lose to any in my new Camaro either. You obviously are lying or have been lucky enough to not race any serious vette drivers. Corvette is Chevrolet's "creme de la creme" and it always will be. I have owned three vettes and just sold my 06 in preparation for my new 2SS. I just want the throw back muscle car look for a little while, but I'd be a fool to not expect diminished performance. Each to his own. Get what you like, but let's keep the forum honest and realistic and not disrespect the "King of Chevrolet".

12-10-2008, 12:23 AM	#16
camaro5 Drives: Off Into The Sunset Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cape Coral, Florida Posts: 4,428	Everybody love everybody. It's all GM, even all Chevrolet. LS3 in Corvette = 430hp moving 3300lbs. LS3 in Camaro SS = 422hp moving 3900lbs. Acceleration winner is clear. Mod both car's LS3 equally... Accelaration winner is clear. To each his own. GM needs everybody's business, Camaro and Corvette.

12-10-2008, 12:37 AM	#17
frank99ta Drives: Trans Am Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: TX Posts: 65	The corvette forum is about the only place you will find a new vette for 41k. In the DFW area, a 1lt will cost you about 44 to 45k. My 2ss on order is 34200. That is about a 10 to 11k difference. That is a pretty big chunk of change. I'm driving an 05 vette now, and as good as the camaro is gonna be, it won't out perform the vette. I'm hoping it'll be pretty close, otherwise it's gonna be a tough decision. I deleted the RS package and the stripes from my order to get the price down because it was going to be almost 36k. If I was going to spend 37 or 38k, I would definitely try to buy a new vette. I just can't wait to get into an ls3. My ls2 is quick, but I test drove an ls3 before I bought my 05 and that ls3 is a beast. It pulled as hard as my 04 Z06. Good luck with which ever one you choose. Either way, you're gonna end up with an awesome car. Its a no lose situation.

12-10-2008, 01:16 AM	#18
fastfret7 Drives: 2003 Ford Focus SVT EAP Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ashburn,VA Posts: 299	Wow, seeing that picture of a Black Camaro makes my heart skip a beat. I want it soooooo bad!!!! Just start the production now and GM won't have to worry about a bail out. Santa please bring me my Black 2SS/RS!!!!! __________________ Heroes will be remembered, but legends will never die!! -The Sandlot...I know In my garage: 2003 Ford Focus SVT EAP in Infa-red 1 of 101 1970 EL Camino 454 SS w/ 4 speed muncie Red w/ Blk stripes 2010 2SS/RS Camaro w/hurst 6 spd in black on black w/red rally stripes

12-10-2008, 09:32 AM	#21
Camaro_Corvette 50.335252,6.947103 Drives: Anything with wheels Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 20,278 View My Garage	^+1 Shenanigans! Those vette guys must not have realized that they were racing. __________________

12-10-2008, 10:30 AM	#22
Army Guy Vette Owner Drives: 2006 Red Corvette Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Basehor KS Posts: 18	Made my decision to go with a Vette - 465HP of true joy!!!! See this Link - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10066

12-10-2008, 02:28 PM	#23
QS78 Drives: Camaro 1998 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: BHN Posts: 32	BIG TIME

12-10-2008, 03:46 PM	#24
taz Taz Drives: 2010 RS/SS Camaro Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 528 View My Garage	It was a tough decistion for me too. I debated back and forth and decided on the camaro over the ZR1 due to the back seats and new design. I might pick up a Z06 next year for my girlfriend so that I can still play around in a vette on some weekends.

12-10-2008, 03:49 PM	#25
fastball White 'n Nerdy Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 1,629	This should acutally pressure the price DOWN on Camaros. If a dealer is intent on selling Camaros at MSRP or greater, and a Corvette can be had for not much more, unless he/she's a complete idiot in the world of finances, if they want to move any Camaros the price on them will drop as well. If I am going to spend $40k on anything (and I'm not, but if I did), I would certainly buy a Corvette in a heartbeat over a Camaro. __________________

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