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JWoj3540 · 10-13-2011, 11:49 AM

I'm wondering if buying the additional RS package is worth it?

The only reason I would be doing it is for the lights...which in my opinion...is a must for this car. But, I already get 20" alum. wheels with the SS and I'm ordering a black car so roof ditch molding and shark fin antenna should be black already to match the paint right?

Can I not easily buy the stock Camaro LED/HID lights aftermarket and install myself?...anyone know the price for a pair of these headlights?....RS package is $1350 so I assume I'll at least be saving $700 or so?

67 Convertible · 10-13-2011, 11:52 AM

The lights alone will cost you about the same price as the whole RS package, then you have the time and aggravation of installation......may even need a different wiring harness for the HID lights??
You will save no money by DIY........

orangejuice · 10-13-2011, 11:53 AM

You'll see several threads on this topic. The RS is package is definitely worth it. 9 out of 10 members will say it worth it to. The headlights, spoiler(lack there of), the taillights. It all adds up. There has been several members on here that have added the HID headlights after the fact and Im pretty sure all you need other than the actual HID is a harness. Save yourself the trouble of pulling the front fascia and get the RS package. You won't be disappointed. You're already spending 35k or more, whats another 1k? You won't be disappointed

Hannibal · 10-13-2011, 11:53 AM

The HID lights will require a new harness.

cab2g · 10-13-2011, 11:54 AM

The package is worth it. The shark fin on 2012's is body color by default anyway now. I think. The painted roof ditch molding doesn't matter for black, you're right. But either way the package is worth it if you want the look.

Noodle SS · 10-13-2011, 12:09 PM

J. Woj....I'm really loving ur posts. I was on Chevy last night building and accesorizing and I was asking myself the very same thing. Sounds like the recommendation is that it's worth it. Thanks everyone!

Noodle SS · 10-13-2011, 12:27 PM

Can I add to this thread and ask about the exhaust upgrade that Chevy offers as an option? Any thoughts on that? If planning to do headers/exhaust aftermarket...is there any point? Those two questions are intended to be separate and distinct. Thanks!

orangejuice · 10-13-2011, 12:33 PM

I didn't know know Chevy offers an upgraded exhaust? But either way, I'd say go after market for headers/cats/exhaust for sure. You can mix and match exactly how you want it to sound. There is a thread on here in the bolt on section with almost every exhaust/CAI/header combo to listen to. It's all personal perference

scythezo6 · 10-13-2011, 12:39 PM

The RS package is worth it. Look up all that comes with the package and calculate up the cost for the individual items totaled. The items alone cost more that the package itself! The rims and tires for the RS package cost nearly the price of the package alone.

Oh I forgot, as mentioned before the lights are expensive. After market halos, imho, don't look as good as the stock ones.

2010SLVRBULIT · 10-13-2011, 12:45 PM

RS package worth it, besides you don't want to be another 'RS' poser, right.

VoodooVyper · 10-13-2011, 01:05 PM

Just added the RS package to my order thanks to this thread. Headlights alone are worth it imo.

Noodle SS · 10-13-2011, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by orangejuice

I didn't know know Chevy offers an upgraded exhaust? But either way, I'd say go after market for headers/cats/exhaust for sure. You can mix and match exactly how you want it to sound. There is a thread on here in the bolt on section with almost every exhaust/CAI/header combo to listen to. It's all personal perference

From the website under accessories:
Performance Exhaust Upgrade Package
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Upgrade the look and sound of your Camaros exhaust system with one of our tuned, emissions-legal bolt-on exhaust kits. They deliver a great performance sound and reduced restriction, which promotes increased power - especially when combined with other performance parts.

angie7 · 10-13-2011, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67 Convertible

The lights alone will cost you about the same price as the whole RS package, then you have the time and aggravation of installation......may even need a different wiring harness for the HID lights??
You will save no money by DIY........

if u really want the lights, get the rs package. Cheaper and much easier.

The Stig · 10-13-2011, 03:22 PM

the exhaust upgrade is a waste of money. You can get a whole catback exhaust for less than the price of the GM axle back.

10-13-2011, 11:49 AM	#1
JWoj3540 Drives: 2012 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 696	RS Package...DIY? I'm wondering if buying the additional RS package is worth it? The only reason I would be doing it is for the lights...which in my opinion...is a must for this car. But, I already get 20" alum. wheels with the SS and I'm ordering a black car so roof ditch molding and shark fin antenna should be black already to match the paint right? Can I not easily buy the stock Camaro LED/HID lights aftermarket and install myself?...anyone know the price for a pair of these headlights?....RS package is $1350 so I assume I'll at least be saving $700 or so?

10-13-2011, 11:52 AM	#2
67 Convertible Drives: 67 Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: MA Posts: 1,721	The lights alone will cost you about the same price as the whole RS package, then you have the time and aggravation of installation......may even need a different wiring harness for the HID lights?? You will save no money by DIY........ __________________ _____________________________________________ 2LT/RS RJT, Blk Rally Stripes, Beige Interior, Sunroof Placed order at dealer 4/24/09 1100 - 4/28/09 2000 - 5/01/09 2500 - 5/05/09 3000 - 5/05/09 3300 - 5/30/09 3400 - 6/05/09 3800 - 6/18/09 4000 - 6/18/09 4B00 - 6/18/09 4200 - 6/22/09 5000 - 7/01/09 6000 - 7/01/09 It's Home!! 0000 - 7/14/11 Traded in with 24,000 miles. Currently 5th Gen less

10-13-2011, 11:53 AM	#3
orangejuice H1 OFCR Drives: 2013 ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Shelby Twp., Michigan Posts: 1,320 View My Garage	You'll see several threads on this topic. The RS is package is definitely worth it. 9 out of 10 members will say it worth it to. The headlights, spoiler(lack there of), the taillights. It all adds up. There has been several members on here that have added the HID headlights after the fact and Im pretty sure all you need other than the actual HID is a harness. Save yourself the trouble of pulling the front fascia and get the RS package. You won't be disappointed. You're already spending 35k or more, whats another 1k? You won't be disappointed __________________ Corsa Rotofab BBK ZL1 Hood/Fascia AAC Afterburners/Sidemarkers Havoc Black Chrome 5% Tint/20% Smoked Taillights

10-13-2011, 11:54 AM	#5
cab2g love. my. car. Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,372 View My Garage	The package is worth it. The shark fin on 2012's is body color by default anyway now. I think. The painted roof ditch molding doesn't matter for black, you're right. But either way the package is worth it if you want the look. __________________

10-13-2011, 12:33 PM	#8
orangejuice H1 OFCR Drives: 2013 ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Shelby Twp., Michigan Posts: 1,320 View My Garage	I didn't know know Chevy offers an upgraded exhaust? But either way, I'd say go after market for headers/cats/exhaust for sure. You can mix and match exactly how you want it to sound. There is a thread on here in the bolt on section with almost every exhaust/CAI/header combo to listen to. It's all personal perference __________________ Corsa Rotofab BBK ZL1 Hood/Fascia AAC Afterburners/Sidemarkers Havoc Black Chrome 5% Tint/20% Smoked Taillights

10-13-2011, 11:53 AM	#4
Hannibal Drives: Camaro SS & ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Southeast USA Posts: 527	The HID lights will require a new harness.

10-13-2011, 12:09 PM	#6
Noodle SS Drives: 2011 BMW 328XI, 2012 Camaro (soon) Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Upstate, NY Posts: 45	J. Woj....I'm really loving ur posts. I was on Chevy last night building and accesorizing and I was asking myself the very same thing. Sounds like the recommendation is that it's worth it. Thanks everyone!

10-13-2011, 12:27 PM	#7
Noodle SS Drives: 2011 BMW 328XI, 2012 Camaro (soon) Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Upstate, NY Posts: 45	Can I add to this thread and ask about the exhaust upgrade that Chevy offers as an option? Any thoughts on that? If planning to do headers/exhaust aftermarket...is there any point? Those two questions are intended to be separate and distinct. Thanks!

10-13-2011, 12:39 PM	#9
scythezo6 Virologist in the making Drives: 2010 VR SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: El Paso TX Posts: 2,865	The RS package is worth it. Look up all that comes with the package and calculate up the cost for the individual items totaled. The items alone cost more that the package itself! The rims and tires for the RS package cost nearly the price of the package alone. Oh I forgot, as mentioned before the lights are expensive. After market halos, imho, don't look as good as the stock ones. __________________ Victory Red 1SS/RS Ordered - 8/4/09 & Joined Camaro5.com family 6000, Delivered to the customer - 12/21/09

10-13-2011, 12:45 PM	#10
2010SLVRBULIT Drives: G5(LLT) & C6(LS3) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MARS Posts: 7,527 View My Garage	RS package worth it, besides you don't want to be another 'RS' poser, right.

10-13-2011, 01:05 PM	#11
VoodooVyper Drives: 2012 IBM Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: MA Posts: 275 View My Garage	Just added the RS package to my order thanks to this thread. Headlights alone are worth it imo.

10-13-2011, 03:22 PM	#14
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	the exhaust upgrade is a waste of money. You can get a whole catback exhaust for less than the price of the GM axle back. __________________

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