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Edrock · 12-30-2009, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bert

Hi, I see a lot of posts saying "you gotta get the RS package, it rocks" or something to that affect . . . .

As far as I can tell, the two significant things in the RS package are the HID headlights and the 20" wheels / summer tires.

I agree the car looks meaner with the HID's, but there is a downside because the fog lights get turned off when the HID's are on.

The 20" wheels are cool, but you can get the 19" bright aluminum wheels with all-season tires for $470 without the RS package. I'm not sure I really want the summer-only tires; I know they improve the handling at the edge but I'm not likely to push the car that hard; and I'm not sure how they do in the rain. (my car will be a daily driver, can't stay home when it rains)

The spoiler is OK too but I kinda like the cleaner look without it. (and don't have to worry about the bolts falling off)

Is there something I am missing? Can you guys enlighten me?

thanks in advance

You've pretty much figured it all out as far as I can tell. The only option I was interested in was the HID headlights but not enough to plunk down $1,200 for them. The rest of the RS package I don't really care for. I put that extra $1,200 towards performance mods.

(This may be nit-picky but the red badging actually turned me off too).

TommyTSquared · 12-30-2009, 10:35 AM

Personally... Because I like saying RSSS instead of just SS.

Sir Nuke · 12-30-2009, 10:37 AM

Bert, lets get down to "the bottom line", its all about what YOU want, not anybody else. The RS package has ALWAYS, from the begining of its conception, a visual addition to the car. are their parts that are "functional" YES, truely performance related, NO. For me, it was a no brainer to get the RS pkg. My first Camaro was an RS, so I HAD to get an RS this time, somewhat a nastalgia thing. AND I love the looks of the car with the RS pkg. SO, the bottom line is.......WHAT DO YOU WANT?

Bert · 12-30-2009, 10:44 AM

I love this place! Thanks for all the input so far. Here's what I get so far:

1) "practical camaro" is somewhat of a contradiction or oxymoron -- good point -- but I am willing to make some compromises for practicality
2) halos rock -- agreed, I do like the look of them and I haven't even seen how they work in the dark yet
3) fog lights not needed with HID's -- understood, honestly I never use the fog lights on my cars that have them anyway, but I saw a post somewhere that mentioned this as a problem in the snow
4) the summer tires are OK in the rain -- I did not realize that before, and I would be getting winter snow tires regardless so the 20" wheels are good
5) the do-it-myself option sounds good, but not practical for me because I have neither a garage nor the spare time
6) body color roof ditch molding is noticeable

So I think I'm being swayed back toward the RS! budget may be the final deciding factor . . .

thanks much . . . still open for more comments!

axis · 12-30-2009, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bert

I love this place! Thanks for all the input so far. Here's what I get so far:

1) "practical camaro" is somewhat of a contradiction or oxymoron -- good point -- but I am willing to make some compromises for practicality
2) halos rock -- agreed, I do like the look of them and I haven't even seen how they work in the dark yet
3) fog lights not needed with HID's -- understood, honestly I never use the fog lights on my cars that have them anyway, but I saw a post somewhere that mentioned this as a problem in the snow
4) the summer tires are OK in the rain -- I did not realize that before, and I would be getting winter snow tires regardless so the 20" wheels are good
5) the do-it-myself option sounds good, but not practical for me because I have neither a garage nor the spare time
6) body color roof ditch molding is noticeable

So I think I'm being swayed back toward the RS! budget may be the final deciding factor . . .

thanks much . . . still open for more comments!

Go to the dealer when it's getting dark and have him put a RS and nonRS next to eachother. Turn the lights on and you'll see why the HID"s/Halo's are worth the price all by themselves. My dealer/good friend, told me from the beginning that he wouldn't order a 2SS without the RS package unless it was at the customers request. After getting mine, I totally agree.

caverman · 12-30-2009, 10:53 AM

You don't mention this but I'm assuming your going with with the V6. I'm going with a 2SS so most of this stuff already comes on the car.

I use to think that on a V6 the RS was worth it but I don't know about that any more.

Halos - I personally like the retro look of the Halogen bulbs. I want HID so I'm going to add some aftermarket HID lights from AAC for $260. You can also get the Halo rings from them for about the same price (I don't need Halos). They also have a sweet looking Afterburner tail lights. I'm going to spend about $500 to have Bi-Xenon HID, LED interior & license plate lights, and Afterburner taillights added to my car.

Spoiler - If you like the looks with out is then that's a no brainer. Personally I'm going to be adding an NLP spoiler so the factory spoiler will be sold to help offset the cost. If you're buying a VR, I'll sell you mine for a good price once it's here.

Wheels - Personally I like the 20's but if you can live with the 19's then do it. Plus there will be plenty of aftermarket wheels coming if you decide you want to make the change.

Taillights - There is such a slight difference that even some of the first Camaros got their taillights mixed up from the factory. I've been at Camaro meets with a RS and non-RS side by side. Looking at the taillights then you can SLIGHTLY see the difference but that's only because I knew what i was looking for. 95% of people wouldn't be able to tell the difference.

Roof Ditch Molding - That's just your call. I would prefer them but it's not a deal breaker to me. Some colors it's more distinctive than others. For me it's not worth buying the whole RS pkg for.

For those that want to be able to say "it's an RS/SS". IMO you're just feeding off the First Gens where the RS pkg really did make a noticable difference. Problem is that there are so many 2010 with RS that they aren't really unique. On the First Gens the RS pkg was definately different than without. GM should have made the RS more distinctive on the 2010. On a First Gen it came with concelled headlights (which completely changed the look of the grill area), chrome side trim, rear spoiler, and bigger reverse lights that were below the bumper instead of in the tail light lens. You can see a First Gen driving down the road and can tell that it is or isn't an RS. With a 2010 Camaro.....not so much.

Sounds like you've already made up your mind anyways. Go with your gut feeling.

skuttduck · 12-30-2009, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by caverman

You don't mention this but I'm assuming your going with with the V6. I'm going with a 2SS so most of this stuff already comes on the car.

I use to think that on a V6 the RS was worth it but I don't know about that any more.

I believe with the v6 it is definately worth it. My understanding is that getting the RS and summer tires on the v6 the ECU is set to 155mph because of the speed rating on the tires.

I believe it is 118mph or so without.

Oh and you can run the Pirelli Scorpion Ice and Snow tires up to 150 as well.

bigd1276 · 12-30-2009, 11:06 AM

To each his own. I wanted the RS package because I wanted everything it came with. Since I got the V-6, I wanted the spoiler, the 20" wheels, and of course the HIDs.

Bert · 12-30-2009, 11:39 AM

yes I am talking about the V6 with (or without) the RS package

7) I didn't realize about the speed limiter with the smaller wheels . . . I highly doubt I'd ever go over 118 mph, but it would be fun to know that I could if I ever got it onto a track

djm96z28 · 12-30-2009, 11:52 AM

Camaros that come with the 19" or 20" wheels are not speed limited to 118 mph. Only the 18" wheels with the lower speed rated tires are limited to 118.

slick rick · 12-30-2009, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by axis

HID'S WITH HALO's enough said. They are worth EVERY PENNY of the RS upgrade charge.

1SSLOW · 12-30-2009, 11:55 AM

i got the RS package cus i thought it stood for "Racing w/ Style"
LOL i kid....like everyone else has stated...the HIDs are well worth it...

camdaddy · 12-30-2009, 11:58 AM

I'm not sure, but I don't believe there is a speed limiter if you get a manual transmission.

DC-SS · 12-30-2009, 12:07 PM

What are you comparing the RS too when you say it isn't unique??? Another Camaro??? I wouldn't have bought anything less...

12-30-2009, 10:37 AM	#17
Sir Nuke Master of All Things Drives: '26 Corvette Stingray Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeast of Houston, Texas Posts: 22,705 View My Garage	Bert, lets get down to "the bottom line", its all about what YOU want, not anybody else. The RS package has ALWAYS, from the begining of its conception, a visual addition to the car. are their parts that are "functional" YES, truely performance related, NO. For me, it was a no brainer to get the RS pkg. My first Camaro was an RS, so I HAD to get an RS this time, somewhat a nastalgia thing. AND I love the looks of the car with the RS pkg. SO, the bottom line is.......WHAT DO YOU WANT? __________________

12-30-2009, 10:53 AM	#20
caverman Drives: '69 SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 7,111	You don't mention this but I'm assuming your going with with the V6. I'm going with a 2SS so most of this stuff already comes on the car. I use to think that on a V6 the RS was worth it but I don't know about that any more. Halos - I personally like the retro look of the Halogen bulbs. I want HID so I'm going to add some aftermarket HID lights from AAC for $260. You can also get the Halo rings from them for about the same price (I don't need Halos). They also have a sweet looking Afterburner tail lights. I'm going to spend about $500 to have Bi-Xenon HID, LED interior & license plate lights, and Afterburner taillights added to my car. Spoiler - If you like the looks with out is then that's a no brainer. Personally I'm going to be adding an NLP spoiler so the factory spoiler will be sold to help offset the cost. If you're buying a VR, I'll sell you mine for a good price once it's here. Wheels - Personally I like the 20's but if you can live with the 19's then do it. Plus there will be plenty of aftermarket wheels coming if you decide you want to make the change. Taillights - There is such a slight difference that even some of the first Camaros got their taillights mixed up from the factory. I've been at Camaro meets with a RS and non-RS side by side. Looking at the taillights then you can SLIGHTLY see the difference but that's only because I knew what i was looking for. 95% of people wouldn't be able to tell the difference. Roof Ditch Molding - That's just your call. I would prefer them but it's not a deal breaker to me. Some colors it's more distinctive than others. For me it's not worth buying the whole RS pkg for. For those that want to be able to say "it's an RS/SS". IMO you're just feeding off the First Gens where the RS pkg really did make a noticable difference. Problem is that there are so many 2010 with RS that they aren't really unique. On the First Gens the RS pkg was definately different than without. GM should have made the RS more distinctive on the 2010. On a First Gen it came with concelled headlights (which completely changed the look of the grill area), chrome side trim, rear spoiler, and bigger reverse lights that were below the bumper instead of in the tail light lens. You can see a First Gen driving down the road and can tell that it is or isn't an RS. With a 2010 Camaro.....not so much. Sounds like you've already made up your mind anyways. Go with your gut feeling. __________________ *-2010 Camaro* 2SS \| M6 \| VR w/White Stripes \| 1 3/4" KOOKS - 3" Magnaflow \| LPE 3.91 gears \| ADM tuned \| Halltech w/ADM Scoop \| Spohn/BMR Trailing Arm/Toe Rod \| BC Coilovers\| Pedders FE4 ZL1 swaybars \| Cradle/Diff/Radius Rod bushings \| VMax TB \| Morimoto Projectors \| MGW shifter \| Red Calipers Build Journal

12-30-2009, 11:06 AM	#22
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