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djmikehop · 05-25-2011, 03:41 PM

Wanted black with orange upgraded int. settled on Vic. red black int. but 2ss/rs with roof was a deal breaker, had to have that, besides my 2 year old son loves the Cars movie, says daddy's car is lightning mcqueen! That is worth the "settle" for the color!

73camarolt · 05-25-2011, 04:00 PM

Well my dad didnt order his. He found a nice SS for a good price. Wasnt his first color choice but after alittle decision, it was decided that we should go for it. First choice was IOM, then RJT/ABM then Blk or CGM.

1BADLS3 · 05-25-2011, 04:05 PM

I didn't settle, but I had some choices to make.

The absolutes were: Had to be a 2011, 2SS, and manual trans.

I was torn between black and white. ABM had already been ruled out (first choice) because GM discontinued it for 2011. I love both black and white, but ultimately decided white would be more conducive to my OCD about dings, scratches, etc.

I also had to make a choice re: sunroof. I wanted one. The dealership had both cars (sunroof/non-sunroof) available, and I just couldn't make the sunroof car work. I sat there and adjusted the seat as much as I could, trying different angles and positions, and there just wasn't enough headroom. So, I went with the no-sunroof car. It wasn't really an issue of money or availability; I just couldn't make it work for me. On the flip side, I like the no-sunroof roof lines better. I guess that's my consolation prize for not being able to see out the roof

20Camaro11 · 05-25-2011, 04:09 PM

Nope.

tjudah87 · 05-25-2011, 04:11 PM

I wanted a SGM with rally stripes so I had to settle for an LS. But once I made a few mods no regrets. The LS is a great value.

PYROLYSIS · 05-25-2011, 04:33 PM

Haven't ordered mine yet but you can add me to the list that wishes ABM was still available. Probably gonna go with black.

Nvincent4708 · 05-25-2011, 04:34 PM

Got EXACTLY what I wanted..

Had to be a 1SS
Had to be White
Had to have Black Stripes
Had to Have the RS Package
Had to be a Manual
Had to have the Boston Acoustic Sound System.

They managed to find one less than 65 miles away from my home on a car carrier.

1o.f00t.570rk · 05-25-2011, 04:36 PM

Nope. I wanted barebones manual sporty car with good gas mileage, stunning body lines, and that would accept my tall frame. The Camaro did that and more for me, and added my favorite color (green) into the mix in such an awesome way as well.

I didn't want more options, because I figured why should I pay for something I would replace with something else later?

Love my car, and I am loving the process of making it more unique through mods.

Mellish50 · 05-25-2011, 04:39 PM

I settled for less 1st time around, could have went with the 2ss but maintenance costs of LT vs SS was to big :S 2nd time around i called BS with that and went with what i wanted.

1st time around i just wanted a camaro, didn't care what model lol never again

Tessa · 05-25-2011, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by angie7

I got everything I wanted except I wanted a SS. I didnt want all the bells and whistles of the RS package, just wanted that V8. But I passed b/c the price was too much for a basic everything else but motor and the fact that I knew I would get in trouble with that kind of power. I drive my v6 like a race car already. Plus I have 2 small kids (5 yr old twins) and my b/f is a deputy so that wouldnt look good having his g/f getting pulled over all the time, lol! I believe I will upgrade later on but right now, I feel I made the best choice.

Is that your plate frame in your avitar? That is F'ing hilarious!

Steve RS/SS · 05-25-2011, 05:13 PM

no regrets..first time I got everything I wanted...

Shu71 · 05-25-2011, 05:16 PM

Interesting thread. I would have loved to get a IBM 1SS/RS with m6, the Boston stereo and then have the gauge cluster added. I like the features of the 2SS or 2LT's (Connectivity, BA sound) but absolutely did not want leather interior so I was limited to 1SS or 1 LT. The manual 6 speed and IBM were a must. Since it is my daily driver and I was stepping out of a Silverado 4x4 that got 15 mpg average I made the wise choice for me and got the 1LT/RS m6, BA sound, IBM. I am going to add the gauge cluster still (only had the car two months). I don't consider the 6 vs 8 a settle, but rather a smart choice for me. So far I am saving an average of $50 to $70 per week on gas versus my old truck. I am extremely happy.

ginalikewoah · 05-25-2011, 05:20 PM

It took forever for the dealer to get me what I wanted... Finally after three weeks they got something similar but it still was not what I exactly wanted but I still loooooooooooove my car!!!!!

mwayne7571 · 05-25-2011, 07:12 PM

I got everything I wanted..The Car, The Options, The Color, and The Perfect car note....zero....lol

05-25-2011, 03:41 PM	#57
djmikehop Drives: 2010 Camaro 2ss/ RS Victory Red Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Bucks County PA Posts: 134	Wanted black with orange upgraded int. settled on Vic. red black int. but 2ss/rs with roof was a deal breaker, had to have that, besides my 2 year old son loves the Cars movie, says daddy's car is lightning mcqueen! That is worth the "settle" for the color! __________________

05-25-2011, 04:00 PM	#58
73camarolt Drives: 2002 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Germantown, MD Posts: 2,355 View My Garage	Well my dad didnt order his. He found a nice SS for a good price. Wasnt his first color choice but after alittle decision, it was decided that we should go for it. First choice was IOM, then RJT/ABM then Blk or CGM. __________________ 2002 Camaro SS- BTR Stage 3, 799 Heads, Bolt on's Tuned by John at Broadview Automotive.. 420hp and 400tq

05-25-2011, 04:11 PM	#61
tjudah87 Drives: 16 Camaro 1LT SIM Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 281 View My Garage	I wanted a SGM with rally stripes so I had to settle for an LS. But once I made a few mods no regrets. The LS is a great value. __________________ Every day confirms my opinion on the superiority of a vicious life -- and if Virtue is not its own reward I don't know any other stipend annexed to it.

05-25-2011, 04:33 PM	#62
PYROLYSIS Remember the Charleston 9 Drives: 2004 KME PREDATOR, 2014 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Summerv1LE SC Posts: 5,381 View My Garage	Haven't ordered mine yet but you can add me to the list that wishes ABM was still available. Probably gonna go with black. __________________ BRING BACK THE B4C POLICE CAMARO! 2002 V-6 5 speed rally red (current camaro) Also driven:1992 Z-28 305 auto Red w/ black stripes (anniversary), 2001 V-6 auto light pewter metallic,1991 RS V-6 auto Black

05-25-2011, 04:36 PM	#64
1o.f00t.570rk Tall Guy Drives: '11 LS SGM, '96 BK, '88 S10 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 526 View My Garage	Nope. I wanted barebones manual sporty car with good gas mileage, stunning body lines, and that would accept my tall frame. The Camaro did that and more for me, and added my favorite color (green) into the mix in such an awesome way as well. I didn't want more options, because I figured why should I pay for something I would replace with something else later? Love my car, and I am loving the process of making it more unique through mods. __________________ Installed: Vararam Intake - ARK N-II Catback - F14 18x8.5 Rims - Window Tint - Camaro5.com Stickers - Team LLT Badge On Hand: Fesler Rear Diffuser - Stunner Dovetail Spoiler - T-Rex Upperclass Black Mesh Grille - PFADT Strut Tower Brace (Unpainted) - SEIBON TSII CF Hood - SEIBON CF OEM Trunk Lid On Order: Ported IM Future Plans: Airlift Suspension - CF Driveshaft - 9in IRS - SC FI - Brembo Brakes - more Pfadt Team LLT

05-25-2011, 04:05 PM	#59
1BADLS3 Drives: Sold: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: United States Posts: 1,896	I didn't settle, but I had some choices to make. The absolutes were: Had to be a 2011, 2SS, and manual trans. I was torn between black and white. ABM had already been ruled out (first choice) because GM discontinued it for 2011. I love both black and white, but ultimately decided white would be more conducive to my OCD about dings, scratches, etc. I also had to make a choice re: sunroof. I wanted one. The dealership had both cars (sunroof/non-sunroof) available, and I just couldn't make the sunroof car work. I sat there and adjusted the seat as much as I could, trying different angles and positions, and there just wasn't enough headroom. So, I went with the no-sunroof car. It wasn't really an issue of money or availability; I just couldn't make it work for me. On the flip side, I like the no-sunroof roof lines better. I guess that's my consolation prize for not being able to see out the roof

05-25-2011, 04:09 PM	#60
20Camaro11 Drives: SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: not here Posts: 655	Nope.

05-25-2011, 04:34 PM	#63
Nvincent4708 Drives: N/A Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 25,856 View My Garage	Got EXACTLY what I wanted.. Had to be a 1SS Had to be White Had to have Black Stripes Had to Have the RS Package Had to be a Manual Had to have the Boston Acoustic Sound System. They managed to find one less than 65 miles away from my home on a car carrier.

05-25-2011, 04:39 PM	#65
Mellish50 Drives: 2011 SW M6 2SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: New Brunswick Canada Posts: 252	I settled for less 1st time around, could have went with the 2ss but maintenance costs of LT vs SS was to big :S 2nd time around i called BS with that and went with what i wanted. 1st time around i just wanted a camaro, didn't care what model lol never again __________________ A driver don't pick the cars. Mmm-mm. Cars pick the driver. It's a mystical bond between man and machine.

05-25-2011, 05:13 PM	#67
Steve RS/SS Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 324 View My Garage	no regrets..first time I got everything I wanted... __________________

05-25-2011, 05:16 PM	#68
Shu71 Drives: 2011 Camaro RS M6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 795	Interesting thread. I would have loved to get a IBM 1SS/RS with m6, the Boston stereo and then have the gauge cluster added. I like the features of the 2SS or 2LT's (Connectivity, BA sound) but absolutely did not want leather interior so I was limited to 1SS or 1 LT. The manual 6 speed and IBM were a must. Since it is my daily driver and I was stepping out of a Silverado 4x4 that got 15 mpg average I made the wise choice for me and got the 1LT/RS m6, BA sound, IBM. I am going to add the gauge cluster still (only had the car two months). I don't consider the 6 vs 8 a settle, but rather a smart choice for me. So far I am saving an average of $50 to $70 per week on gas versus my old truck. I am extremely happy. __________________

05-25-2011, 05:20 PM	#69
ginalikewoah 2011 CAMARO SS Drives: GiNAS 11' SS<3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: TEXAS Posts: 153	It took forever for the dealer to get me what I wanted... Finally after three weeks they got something similar but it still was not what I exactly wanted but I still loooooooooooove my car!!!!! __________________ SNOW WHITE

05-25-2011, 07:12 PM	#70
mwayne7571 Drives: White 2lt rs Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Nederland Texas Posts: 64	I got everything I wanted..The Car, The Options, The Color, and The Perfect car note....zero....lol __________________ Its not just a car! Its a way of life

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