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John Shields · 08-30-2010, 04:01 AM

Ok, so I've been weighing the future. I know I want a toy car to go with my daily driver. I've thought about trading up but I just don't think it'll be a good choice for me now. But, I'll have this car paid off in 24 months and at that point I'll be investing in a toy car (weekend warrior).

The question now is... which do I get?

I always wanted a '69 Camaro and would love to own one. The opportunities with it are endless. Unfortunately, it means higher costs for authentic parts or reproduction parts.

I could snag a 2012 SS model, and have that nice V8 power to enjoy for short drives while still keeping my V6 to drive to and from work. Also have the opportunity to really mod up a nice car.

But then I could wait for the Z-28, throw some money down on it, and pick it up in 2012 or beginning of 2013 if they do in fact release it by then. Probably keep it near stock and not mod it too heavily.

So it's not really want I want... as I'd want them all. What do you guys think?

mikeSS · 08-30-2010, 04:10 AM

i would get the 2010-2011 SS ... i dont like to wait for these.. live life now .. sure the z/28 is going to be cool... when? year from now... screw that lol

kd4hey · 08-30-2010, 06:12 AM

As you said, because of finances you have to wait anyway, by then the Z28 should be out. Why not go the the real beast that probably won't need any mods?

Just my 2 cents.

Big Brunsy · 08-30-2010, 09:17 AM

I figure since you already got a 5th gen, I'd opt for the '69....just make it a nice one. If you didn't already have a 5G then I woulda said go for the Z28 if ur not into modding so much, otherwise the SS and modify it the way you want it to be. For about the same money I'm guessing you can put the suspension and SC of your choice on an SS and have a Z28....only better because it's YOURS

herkman · 08-30-2010, 11:37 AM

I would go with the 69. One option though, is to buy the GM licensed 69 body from Year One (13,500) and build a new 69 with modern technology....LS3, LS7, LS9, Brembos, independent rear, etc. I helped a buddy build one last year and I think he ended up with 31K invested.

John Shields · 08-30-2010, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by herkman

I would go with the 69. One option though, is to buy the GM licensed 69 body from Year One (13,500) and build a new 69 with modern technology....LS3, LS7, LS9, Brembos, independent rear, etc. I helped a buddy build one last year and I think he ended up with 31K invested.

I had thought about something like that. There's a bit from the original 1st Generation that I'd want to change or upgrade/update to more present day technology. But at the same time retain it's classic look and feel. I'd need to find a middleground if that's what I did.

The Z-28 sounds like it should be a beast right out of the gate. My only concern is the price as we just don't know what it's going to be. But at the same time, whatever is included on just the absolute base without extra options installed, should be pretty damn sweet.

The SS is a good mix of a lot of great things. Of course stock it doesn't come close to the Z-28 and already owning a Gen 5 I'd have the same basic look. But it has a lot of mod potential (more so than my V6).

I don't want something everyone else has as my toy car... so one way or another it has to be unique. The Z-28 there's just not going to be a lot of, and the same goes for the '69 (which can be further customized). The SS would be modified to be a bit more unique... but nothing too much (not like those 300K revamps).

So I'm torn. Looking for advice, comments, whatever you guys have. I love the '69, and I love the V8. I'm sure when the news and information hits I'll be equally excited about the Z-28. So I could go any which way on this.

Thanks for the suggestions.

MillerTime · 08-30-2010, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by kd4hey

As you said, because of finances you have to wait anyway, by then the Z28 should be out. Why not go the the real beast that probably won't need any mods?

Just my 2 cents.

ROFL.... He said it won't need any mods...

Sorry i gotta laugh... We all know no matter what is on the car it will get modified in some way or another hahaha I say get an SS and do your own build...that's just me though.

sscamaro · 08-30-2010, 12:47 PM

Buy the SS and put a supercharger on it and have more power than the Z28.

lets_go_bills · 08-30-2010, 12:54 PM

Get a Z28. It'll be awesome and have gobs of power. But you'll still have a warranty.

View Poll Results: Which Would be Better?
'69 Camaro	15	35.71%
2012 SS	9	21.43%
Z-28	18	42.86%
Voters: 42. You may not vote on this poll

08-30-2010, 04:01 AM	#1
John Shields "Back in Black" Drives: '10 1LT/RS Black w/Silver Stripes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	1SS / Z-28 / '69 Camaro... Ok, so I've been weighing the future. I know I want a toy car to go with my daily driver. I've thought about trading up but I just don't think it'll be a good choice for me now. But, I'll have this car paid off in 24 months and at that point I'll be investing in a toy car (weekend warrior). The question now is... which do I get? I always wanted a '69 Camaro and would love to own one. The opportunities with it are endless. Unfortunately, it means higher costs for authentic parts or reproduction parts. I could snag a 2012 SS model, and have that nice V8 power to enjoy for short drives while still keeping my V6 to drive to and from work. Also have the opportunity to really mod up a nice car. But then I could wait for the Z-28, throw some money down on it, and pick it up in 2012 or beginning of 2013 if they do in fact release it by then. Probably keep it near stock and not mod it too heavily. So it's not really want I want... as I'd want them all. What do you guys think? __________________ To the Jerkoff in SW Denver Driving the Black Camaro: Quit making us look bad by driving like a tool and cutting people off (my wife included)!

08-30-2010, 06:12 AM	#3
kd4hey Motorhead Wannabe Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS (L99) RJT Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Honea Path, SC Posts: 142	As you said, because of finances you have to wait anyway, by then the Z28 should be out. Why not go the the real beast that probably won't need any mods? Just my 2 cents. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS L99 RJT VIN# 116938 Del: 27AUG2010 "Veronica" is a wet dream on wheels! Former Ride: 2010 1LT RJT 15AUG2009 - 27AUG2010 "Victoria" was one fine lady! CamaroSouth - Columbia Chapter Member

08-30-2010, 11:37 AM	#5
herkman Drives: 2010 IOM SS/RS, 69 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 563	I would go with the 69. One option though, is to buy the GM licensed 69 body from Year One (13,500) and build a new 69 with modern technology....LS3, LS7, LS9, Brembos, independent rear, etc. I helped a buddy build one last year and I think he ended up with 31K invested. __________________ R6P - Kooks 1-7/8 Catted LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, MGW Shifter, Revolution SS Front Spoiler, Unrestricted Motorsports Rear Spoiler, Razzi Side and Rear EFX, Heritage Grill, Hawk HPS Pads, G2 Matched Calipers, SAV-3 Wheels, Vengeance Racing Stage II Cam 227/239.614/.624 115+3, 25% Underdrive Pulley, Oil Catch Can, 461 RWHP - 420 Torque

08-30-2010, 12:47 PM	#8
sscamaro Drives: 2010 2SS, 2017 Silverado LTZ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver,PA Posts: 3,195 View My Garage	Buy the SS and put a supercharger on it and have more power than the Z28. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS Victory Red, MN6, 1-7/8 Kooks LT Headers, SLP Axle Back, Edelbrock E-Force S/C, ZL1 Fuel Pump, 72# Injectors, JRE fuel rail upgrade, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite Catch Can, Billet Hurst Shifter, DSS 1000HP axles, Spohn Trailing Arms, Toe Links, Lower Control Arms. Chrome American Racing Torq-Thrust wheels. 546/rwhp & 522/rwtq & 10.9# boost Tune by Jeremy Formato.

08-30-2010, 04:10 AM	#2
mikeSS Drives: 2015 c7 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MI Posts: 7,462	i would get the 2010-2011 SS ... i dont like to wait for these.. live life now .. sure the z/28 is going to be cool... when? year from now... screw that lol

08-30-2010, 09:17 AM	#4
Big Brunsy Drives: 2010 supercharged LS3 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Le Mars, Iowa Posts: 2,235 View My Garage	I figure since you already got a 5th gen, I'd opt for the '69....just make it a nice one. If you didn't already have a 5G then I woulda said go for the Z28 if ur not into modding so much, otherwise the SS and modify it the way you want it to be. For about the same money I'm guessing you can put the suspension and SC of your choice on an SS and have a Z28....only better because it's YOURS

08-30-2010, 12:54 PM	#9
lets_go_bills Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS CGM M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ontario Posts: 815	Get a Z28. It'll be awesome and have gobs of power. But you'll still have a warranty.

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