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S8ER01Z · 11-09-2009, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by azfan

considering how few of them they were selling, yeah it's going to be hard to find them. 98-02 were the worst sales years for the Camaro.

I wouldn't exact say 'how few of them they were selling' Pre 1998 Gm was already talking about ending the 4th gen and the 1998 redesign wasn't even supposed to happen. They didn't build that many of them to start with so how well they sold isn't really an indication of how many still exist. How many they built on the other hand.....

Super83Z · 11-09-2009, 03:27 PM

The 4th gen is going to end up a pretty rare car. They sold more Camaros from 67-69 than they did from 93-02. They sold a ton more 2nd and 3rd gens than the 4th. Now think about how often you see any of those generations.

brandotron · 11-09-2009, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Super83Z

The 4th gen is going to end up a pretty rare car. They sold more Camaros from 67-69 than they did from 93-02. They sold a ton more 2nd and 3rd gens than the 4th. Now think about how often you see any of those generations.

Add that to the number of people that drove them off of cliffs after dealing with the window motors and you have a VERY rare car

Super83Z · 11-09-2009, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by brandotron

Add that to the number of people that drove them off of cliffs after dealing with the window motors and you have a VERY rare car

I must have been pretty lucky, I have owned two 4ths myself, put a combined 150K on the both of them, had to do one motor in each. I have known at least 6 other people with 4th gens and only 2 of them had to do a motor.

Revo1 · 11-09-2009, 04:59 PM

As time goes on, finding them for sale is going to get tougher. Finding one for sale in good condition is going to get even harder than that. That's just a general rule, happens as the car gets older.

Right now, you're probably seeing the sequel effect, like with movies. Since the new Camaro is out and getting attention, interest in the car has spiked, and those that can't get their hands on a 5th gen (like myself) will be hunting for these cars, and the people that already have one (like me) won't be selling. They'll be remembering how much they love these cars, and hanging on to them.

Don't give up though, they're out there. Just be ready to do some extensive searching, and when you find that one car that makes you feel funny in your special place, grab it! And then of course, post pics!

02 WS6 TA · 11-09-2009, 05:41 PM

View Video on FQuick

I did.

Blownhotrodder · 11-09-2009, 05:53 PM

That commercial brings back good times. I got my 00 SS earlier this year with 21K miles on the clock. They are out there, you just have to find them.

02 WS6 TA · 11-09-2009, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by tones2SS

If you go to ls1tech.com there should be a ton for sale there.
Mine is completely stock, except for new battery. 14,717 miles. Hugger Orange with white leather, all options, except for traction control. T-tops and 12 disk Monsoon stereo system. Always garaged, never out in rain/wet pavement/snow. Pretty much immaculate. Back seats never sat in.

The car in my avatar just rolled 14K... Of course, most of that is between 660' and 1320' at a time.

tones2SS · 11-09-2009, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by brandotron

Add that to the number of people that drove them off of cliffs after dealing with the window motors and you have a VERY rare car

Nothing wrong with those window motors!!!

Just kidding. I've heard of a lot of people with window motor problems.

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Originally Posted by 02 WS6 TA

The car in my avatar just rolled 14K... Of course, most of that is between 660' and 1320' at a time.

Very cool!! What do you have for mods?

MrCool · 11-09-2009, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by azfan

considering how few of them they were selling, yeah it's going to be hard to find them. 98-02 were the worst sales years for the Camaro.

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Originally Posted by Super83Z

Now think about how often you see any of those generations.

I've noticed that there are more of the earlier generations for sale than the fourths.

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Originally Posted by wh0rsep0wer

I sold mine to the parents of an 18 year old with a lead foot, and after going on the test drive with him...I would bet there's one less on the road by now.

That is sad to see, people abusing such a great car. It's ok to have fun, but don't treat it like its some trashy honda. Personally I'd rather drive a fast car slow than a slow car fast.

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

There's a lot of them out there. Value of the current 4th Gens have dropped since the 5th Gens came out. Eventually, like all other things, they will be hard to find.

Most are getting high miles now. But, there will be a lot more than the 1st Gens we search for now.

That makes sence, I guess all things good/bad eventually come to an end.

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Originally Posted by brandotron

Add that to the number of people that drove them off of cliffs after dealing with the window motors and you have a VERY rare car

True... :(

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Originally Posted by Revo1

then of course, post pics!

When I get settled on one, I'll definitely post pics, maby even a vid or two...

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Originally Posted by 02 ws6 TA

The car in my avatar just rolled 14K

I guess that isn't something you say congrats on...lol

98_Camaro · 11-09-2009, 11:58 PM

I think it's just a trend all cars go through. You can't find decent 3rd gen without giving an arm and a leg just searching for it.
There was a time all 2nd gens went through this.
And maybe even 1st gens.
As a car ages, there are more and more people who take less and less care of them. Eventually, the paint peels, the engine takes a crap, the interior starts dying, all because people wouldn't take proper care of their car.
In the end, it just makes our cars worth that much more.

MrCool · 11-10-2009, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 98_Camaro

I think it's just a trend all cars go through. You can't find decent 3rd gen without giving an arm and a leg just searching for it.
There was a time all 2nd gens went through this.
And maybe even 1st gens.
As a car ages, there are more and more people who take less and less care of them. Eventually, the paint peels, the engine takes a crap, the interior starts dying, all because people wouldn't take proper care of their car.
In the end, it just makes our cars worth that much more.

Hopefully I'll be able to find a decent one and be able to hold on to it for as long as possible.

02 WS6 TA · 11-10-2009, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by tones2SS

Very cool!! What do you have for mods?

Oh, not much... 454 LSx, 6 bolt heads, .860 Solid roller, 500 shot, G-Force V T56, And every concieveable suspension part from Spohn or BMR, QA1s at all corners, and a trick pinetree air freshener.

Oh, the seats are stock.

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Originally Posted by MrCool

I guess that isn't something you say congrats on...lol

You would be correct. LOL

Tactical Z · 11-10-2009, 01:36 PM

:( Now I will never get a Trans Am.

Plus milage has an e in it and should look like "mileage".

11-09-2009, 03:27 PM	#16
Super83Z Drives: 1999 Z28 1983 Z28 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: City of Champions,MA Posts: 615 View My Garage	The 4th gen is going to end up a pretty rare car. They sold more Camaros from 67-69 than they did from 93-02. They sold a ton more 2nd and 3rd gens than the 4th. Now think about how often you see any of those generations. __________________ Current cars: 99 Z28 06 Silverado 14 Silverado

11-09-2009, 04:59 PM	#19
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	As time goes on, finding them for sale is going to get tougher. Finding one for sale in good condition is going to get even harder than that. That's just a general rule, happens as the car gets older. Right now, you're probably seeing the sequel effect, like with movies. Since the new Camaro is out and getting attention, interest in the car has spiked, and those that can't get their hands on a 5th gen (like myself) will be hunting for these cars, and the people that already have one (like me) won't be selling. They'll be remembering how much they love these cars, and hanging on to them. Don't give up though, they're out there. Just be ready to do some extensive searching, and when you find that one car that makes you feel funny in your special place, grab it! And then of course, post pics! __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

11-09-2009, 11:58 PM	#25
98_Camaro Drives: 2016 2SS Coupe Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,365 View My Garage	I think it's just a trend all cars go through. You can't find decent 3rd gen without giving an arm and a leg just searching for it. There was a time all 2nd gens went through this. And maybe even 1st gens. As a car ages, there are more and more people who take less and less care of them. Eventually, the paint peels, the engine takes a crap, the interior starts dying, all because people wouldn't take proper care of their car. In the end, it just makes our cars worth that much more. __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 1998 Bright Purple Metallic Camaro 2012 Carbon Flash Metallic 2SS Convertible 2016 Summit White 2SS Coupe M6, NPP, & MRC Now Driving: 2016 Torch Red Corvette 2LT, NPP, MRC

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