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Al C. · 08-08-2013, 09:58 PM

Perma grin here!!

OldScoolCamaro · 08-08-2013, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by z28man2

I dont want to start a pissing match or anything like that, but lets see what type of zl1 quality issues you guys are seeing. Its not like we dont pay enough for these cars.

I think this will be good to see whats going on out there if anything.

Let me start, my first zl1 had paint defects & panel alignment issues, my second one sounds like a diesel motor, sc replaced at 200 miles & a four wheel alignment needed to be done since the car pulled to the left.

..and in bold is the starting point for your premise. Everything has to be perfect because of that starting point, no?. Ain't gonna happen. Dorothy, you ain't in Kansas any more...<nothing against the great State of Kansas of course>.

AZ-ZL1 · 08-08-2013, 10:31 PM

Not a single issue B4 or after mods. This car is one tough SOB.

RiCorvette · 08-08-2013, 10:37 PM

EPS Failure
Brake Reservoir leak

both repaired under warranty, all within 2000 miles and 9 months of ownership

Glad I don't have the 2 > 3 shift grind I had with my 10 SS

*mlee* · 08-08-2013, 10:40 PM

15k miles and no issues here.

ffcars · 08-08-2013, 10:58 PM

Love mine, no problems. The quality is very good for the money. I've owned cars that cost much more that don't stack up to the paint quality, panel fit, comfort, features, technology, and power.

I sold a Ferrari F430 the week before getting the ZL1 and haven't missed it 1 single day. I've had some very nice cars (Ford GT, Maserati GrandTursmio, F355, Z06, Elise, NSX,) and the ZL1 is one of the nicest I've owned. It makes me smile everytime I drive it.

You seem to have buyers remorse due to the many problems you have had. I suggest just selling it back to the dealer and moving on. One day you might want to give GM another try.

I've been in the same boat as you in the past. I had a 2001 Mercedes CLK500 that had black paint issues. I loved the car, but hated the way the hood was chipping so I got it fixed by MB and sold it. Since they were in high demand, I broke even and moved on. It took me 5 years before ever giving Mercedes another chance and when I did I was very happy. I bought an S550 and it was a great car.

I had a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee that was eating brake rotors. The dealer would replace them and 2 weeks later the steering wheel would rattle when applying the brakes. After 3 times I got Jeep to repurchase the car without going through the Lemon Law process. I got another Grand Cherokee and it was perfect for 60k miles!

I currently have a Fisker Karma and I'm not having any issues... but if I do, I'm screwed. That company won't even answer the phone. At least with the ZL1, you have a dealer network to help you out---I wish I had that option with the Karma.

So I think every car can have issues. You've had a run of bad luck, so it's probably time to call in a favor from your dealer and see if they can get GM to work with you on buying the car back so you can move on to something else. If they handle it right you should give GM another try once you feel better about things. Can't hurt to try.

Good luck!

z28man2 · 08-08-2013, 11:10 PM

Buyer remorse your right on that since I bought a car on July 5 and still don't have one in my garage! I get nothing is perfect I get it but two cars in a row. I've tried to get my money back several times even at the corporate level but no they would rather have an irate customer and force them to keep a car just so they can have more market share. IMO

1MtnGoat · 08-08-2013, 11:14 PM

Turned 18,000 miles today. Have had the ZL1 since early April 2012. My only "problems" are that the rear tires squeal and wear out faster than the front and there is an intermittent whining noise under the hood.

ZL1-V · 08-08-2013, 11:20 PM

Just turned 10,000 miles tonight. The car runs great and has been trouble free since day one.

phantom · 08-08-2013, 11:26 PM

Only issue I have is the acceleration, handling, cabin luxury, cornering, braking, and desire to goooooooo has exceeded my expectations. Damn GM!

Zl1 #586 · 08-08-2013, 11:31 PM

A/C overcharged, and a little diff noise other than that no problems just not enough time to drive it.
Took delivery 1 year ago today

mkorgan · 08-08-2013, 11:33 PM

no issues other than fuel bill but I knew that going in... :-)

Vroom · 08-08-2013, 11:41 PM

34000 miles, replaced supercharger for the bearing noise. Brake fluid leak at cap. The cap issue is the only one I think is GMs fault. Putting the clutch, which cycles a lot, and the brake together and then sticking a crappie cap on it was just stupid. But they do have a proper fix now, just need to get to dealer to get it done.

Flawless otherwise. No panels falling off or anything stupid.

jessrayo · 08-08-2013, 11:49 PM

Mine just didn't feel powerful enough when I bought it but I fixed that. It really has been a good car despite what I have put it through.

08-08-2013, 10:31 PM	#17
AZ-ZL1 Dry Heat My @ss Drives: 2012 ZL1 SUMMIT WHITE Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chandler, Arizona Posts: 758	Not a single issue B4 or after mods. This car is one tough SOB. __________________ 2012 #1765: Xpel Clear Bra, 15% Tint, M2W, LPE GT9 Cam, Ported Heads & Snout, Upgraded Valve Train, 90mm TB, LPE Dual Fan HX, 2.55 Upper, 9.1 Lower (18%), Id850's, KB BAP, Roto-fab CAI, AR Stainless Headers, 673 rwhp, A6, Nothin but Fun!

08-08-2013, 10:40 PM	#19
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,958 View My Garage	15k miles and no issues here. __________________

08-08-2013, 11:14 PM	#22
1MtnGoat Drives: '12 SIM ZL1, 1 of 49 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Eastern TN Posts: 459	Turned 18,000 miles today. Have had the ZL1 since early April 2012. My only "problems" are that the rear tires squeal and wear out faster than the front and there is an intermittent whining noise under the hood. __________________ Under Hood - Painted strut bar ends w/custom Polished Stainless mounting hardware, E2 CC, RotoFab CAI, ZL1 underhood decal, Amsoil oil, Black billet strut covers, Metco pulleys, intercooler reservoir, JRE 75 RWHP package. Chassis - Hawk ceramic brake pads, ZL1 wheel decals, Amsoil fluids Interior - A pillar gauge pod w/Aeroforce Interceptor gauges, Polished ZL1 speaker rings, ZL1 mats and console lid, Custom GPS mount Exterior - 3M clear bra, LED driving lights, PIAA Plasma Ion yellow fog lights, Window tint, CF bowties, Technostalgia sequential tail lights

08-08-2013, 11:31 PM	#25
Zl1 #586 Drives: 2016 Z06/07 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: So cal Posts: 396 View My Garage	A/C overcharged, and a little diff noise other than that no problems just not enough time to drive it. Took delivery 1 year ago today Attached Images __________________ http://www.camaro5.com/forums/image.php?type=sigpic&userid=66451&dateline=135040 1562

08-08-2013, 11:41 PM	#27
Vroom Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 325	34000 miles, replaced supercharger for the bearing noise. Brake fluid leak at cap. The cap issue is the only one I think is GMs fault. Putting the clutch, which cycles a lot, and the brake together and then sticking a crappie cap on it was just stupid. But they do have a proper fix now, just need to get to dealer to get it done. Flawless otherwise. No panels falling off or anything stupid. __________________ 2013 Victory Red ZL1 - 210K+ miles. Mods: Who needs mods...its a freaking ZL1 - Last car: 2006 GTO

08-08-2013, 09:58 PM	#15
Al C. Drives: ZL1 #529 "El-Jefe" Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 668	Perma grin here!!

08-08-2013, 10:37 PM	#18
RiCorvette Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport 3LT Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Center of the known Universe Posts: 863	EPS Failure Brake Reservoir leak both repaired under warranty, all within 2000 miles and 9 months of ownership Glad I don't have the 2 > 3 shift grind I had with my 10 SS

08-08-2013, 10:58 PM	#20
ffcars Drives: 2013 Zl1 Convertible Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Atlanta Posts: 52	Love mine, no problems. The quality is very good for the money. I've owned cars that cost much more that don't stack up to the paint quality, panel fit, comfort, features, technology, and power. I sold a Ferrari F430 the week before getting the ZL1 and haven't missed it 1 single day. I've had some very nice cars (Ford GT, Maserati GrandTursmio, F355, Z06, Elise, NSX,) and the ZL1 is one of the nicest I've owned. It makes me smile everytime I drive it. You seem to have buyers remorse due to the many problems you have had. I suggest just selling it back to the dealer and moving on. One day you might want to give GM another try. I've been in the same boat as you in the past. I had a 2001 Mercedes CLK500 that had black paint issues. I loved the car, but hated the way the hood was chipping so I got it fixed by MB and sold it. Since they were in high demand, I broke even and moved on. It took me 5 years before ever giving Mercedes another chance and when I did I was very happy. I bought an S550 and it was a great car. I had a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee that was eating brake rotors. The dealer would replace them and 2 weeks later the steering wheel would rattle when applying the brakes. After 3 times I got Jeep to repurchase the car without going through the Lemon Law process. I got another Grand Cherokee and it was perfect for 60k miles! I currently have a Fisker Karma and I'm not having any issues... but if I do, I'm screwed. That company won't even answer the phone. At least with the ZL1, you have a dealer network to help you out---I wish I had that option with the Karma. So I think every car can have issues. You've had a run of bad luck, so it's probably time to call in a favor from your dealer and see if they can get GM to work with you on buying the car back so you can move on to something else. If they handle it right you should give GM another try once you feel better about things. Can't hurt to try. Good luck!

08-08-2013, 11:10 PM	#21
z28man2 Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Coupe IOM Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: PA Posts: 193	Buyer remorse your right on that since I bought a car on July 5 and still don't have one in my garage! I get nothing is perfect I get it but two cars in a row. I've tried to get my money back several times even at the corporate level but no they would rather have an irate customer and force them to keep a car just so they can have more market share. IMO

08-08-2013, 11:20 PM	#23
ZL1-V Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 2,154	Just turned 10,000 miles tonight. The car runs great and has been trouble free since day one.

08-08-2013, 11:26 PM	#24
phantom phantom Drives: 2012 ZL1 CRT 6M Join Date: May 2009 Location: depere, wi Posts: 143 View My Garage	Only issue I have is the acceleration, handling, cabin luxury, cornering, braking, and desire to goooooooo has exceeded my expectations. Damn GM!

08-08-2013, 11:33 PM	#26
mkorgan Drives: 1970-1/2 Z-28, 2017 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Sanford, Fl Posts: 973	no issues other than fuel bill but I knew that going in... :-)

08-08-2013, 11:49 PM	#28
jessrayo Speed Freak Drives: 2013 ZL1 Camaro, 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Ardmore, OK Posts: 2,637 View My Garage	Mine just didn't feel powerful enough when I bought it but I fixed that. It really has been a good car despite what I have put it through. __________________ 2016 SS -AGP twin Borg Warner 7163 EFR's, LT4 mechanical pump, LT4 injectors, Walbro 255 low side, Castrol SRF. 734whp/759 tq 2013 ZL1 -ADM - 427 LSX 6 bolt, O-ringed block built by LME. Twin PT6466 turbos. RPM custom manual trans, RPS Quad carbon clutch, 9" Hendrix rear diff & axles. ADM/squash fuel system, Ron Davis radiator, Spal fans, AGP air to air, turbo plumbing. LPE oil cooler, rear bushing upgrade, roll bar...etc. rwhp 1400+... 212.5mph, best Texas mile to date.