I agree, If you are just after the "look" go with the LT. You will still get that awesome Camaro look but with less cash and better fuel economy.
I wanted the LT because it is my daily driver, I also live in Michigan and didn't want to spend the extra when it will be stored 5-6 months.
My husband said, "We can't buy a Camaro unless it's a V8!" So we got the V8
That said, everyone always asks which it is, LT or SS...so unless they are die hard Camaro fans
...Most people can't even tell the difference.
As far as color...I picked IOM sight unseen. Never even seen the 2010 Camaro at all when I ordered mine.
The only other colors I would consider, now that I have seen them, are White and ABM.
But honestly, color is a personal choice.