What would you do?

[BATMOB1LE]

Originally Posted by Silverlsinva

Well you would have to give us more info on the used vette and cts-v is it a C5 Zo6 or a C6 Zo6 and how many miles on are each. Me personally id get what you originally set to get a new Camaro basically ordered the way u wanted it except an sunroof and its new so you know it wasn't thrashed on or driven hard. Prolly also get a better deal on the 13 Camaro since you cant order them anymore and the 14s will be out soon.

Fair enough. The Z06 would be a 2008 - 2009 C6 with about 10 - 15k km's. The Z06, I'd have to wait on because I'd want to find one that was perfect. The grandsport that is available is brand new. The CTS-V is a 2012 with Recaro's and it was a GM exec car with about 3000 km's on it.

[2012-1822]

Listen to me very carefully.

First, I don't know who thinks the vette is an old man car. I like them a lot, don't have one, only drove one briefly at Indy in 08, but I think they are cool

Second, I was exactly like you, I did not want the sunroof because I felt like the reverse mohawk was unique. But, everything else about the car I found was perfect, so I bought it. And guess what, when it's warm out, the sunroof gets opened. Yes it's sturdy and no it doesn't leak. I personally have never heard of a widespread case of factory sunroofs leaking. Aftermarket ones yet, but not factory.

Corvette an Camaro are two different animals, what is going to make you happy is the only question you have to answer

[ChrisBlair]

Originally Posted by Davie Dynamite

Hey guys, I'm looking for some advice here.

I know I've had a few posts about my "future car" but I value others opinions because it could help me realize something I wouldn't have thought of... I know the decision is mine, just looking for some opinions or similar experiences.

I'm ready to buy a new car, cash. Long story short, I had an order ready for a '13 2SS 1LE. I waited because I really wanted to see the '14. Well, I saw it, and like most, I don't really like it and I can't order the '13 anymore. A local dealer has a '13 1LE in the showroom EXACTLY how I wanted it (black, RS, 2SS, 1LE, Nav) BUT it also has a sunroof, that i didn't want... Is that enough for me not to get the car? How is the sunroof in the Camaro? Leaks? Squeaks? Noisey? There are no other 1LE's around here, let alone Canada apparently. So this could be my last chance for the 1LE should I go that way.

Here is where more of my dilemma comes in... That Camaro, a new Corvette Grand Sport or slightly used Z06 and a 2012 CTSV Coupe are all local and available and within my budget...

Those 3 cars are literally the three cars I've been eye balling for a year while I was waiting for this summer to buy a new car.

They are all local so I'm going to drive them all tomorrow morning and I'm hoping one makes me smile WAY MORE than the other 2 and that's the one I'll know is the one...

Driving for me is all for fun. I work from home and rarely have anywhere I need to be lol So I don't really need to think about being practical. It's just me and my girlfriend (so the 2 seats in the vette don't concern me)

Has anyone faced a similar issue when they bought their Camaro? Just thought I'd throw it out there.

I want something fast (obviously) and that will draw looks from people... Something that just says, Oh ya... I drive this... Nice huh? lol

Expand your search area if you want that 1LE

[BATMOB1LE]

I searched all of Canada, as far as I know, and have only come up with 2 1LE's and they both have a sunroof. If anyone knows of any in Canada without a sunroof, please let me know. I think I decided against both vettes. If I ever get a vette, I would much rather it be a c7 in a few years. I also think I decided against the ctsv. It's amazing but I don't want an auto and I really don't love it enough to see what the used market brings in the next few weeks and months.

So it leaves me with the 1LE or the zl1. Obviously, I'd prefer the z but the 1le seems to be a decent trade off. I'm going to test drive the 1le with the sunroof and a zl1 today. We'll see what happens.

[Mamooth]

The sunroof was one of the things I got in a similar situation to yours and it bothers me everyday that I am missing those extra inches of headroom.

I am not all that tall at 6'1" but I am all torso lol, and my head just RESTS on the roof even gangster leaning back. I have to tuck my butt all the way to the edge of the seat and sit leaning to the right to put my head in the raised area of the sunroof not to get it banged if there is a bump.

Like others have said though, the thing is solid, never leaks or whistles and it makes the cabin feel very bright and open. Vacates heat with a quickness also.

[Andrew_MSU]

I have a sunroof and I love it. Very sturdy and works well and I think it looks pretty cool as well when it is open since it doesn't slide back into the roof but rather over it. I open it up every time I can, extremely glad I got it. (also it is nice to vent on hot days when parked)

I love the Z06. With the LS7 and tracking ability it really takes the "old man" image out of the car. But with the model change coming up who knows how well it will keep its styling and with the 1LE you still get a track car.

[rocknRllr]

I can't imagine mine without a Sunroof - to me it's like someone earlier mentioned, without one it seems confined. As a matter of fact we test drove both with/without one and my wife was sold immediately on the sunroof. I've been in this forum for well over a year and seen where no one complained about one leaking.

[Mamooth]

Originally Posted by rocknRllr

I can't imagine mine without a Sunroof - to me it's like someone earlier mentioned, without one it seems confined. As a matter of fact we test drove both with/without one and my wife was sold immediately on the sunroof. I've been in this forum for well over a year and seen where no one complained about one leaking.

Agreed on quality. If your worry is the soundness of design and manufacture then it's a no brainer, get it.

[SilveRS]

I personally never wanted a sunroof. Like you, I ended up finding a perfect Camaro with the exception it had a sunroof. Now that I have it, I love it.

[Gunslinger09]

I live in FL and use my sunroof all the time. No rattles or leaks and I love it.

[caverman]

I don't know.....I would say keep looking. Get someone like Becky@Rodgers Chevy to find you one and have it shipped to you. That might cost you a little more but in the long run you'll be happy. Get it the way you want and don't compromise. You might even have to buy a used one since the '14 are no bueno.

I would like a sun roof every now and then but the reality is that they take away some of your head room and if you ever look at the cut away drawings of the roofs of a Camaro with and without I think you would lean towards without just for rigidity. Just my take.

[BATMOB1LE]

Where can I find Becky's contact info?

Nevermind! Got it. I just emailed her!

The dealer was rammed today so I have an appointment to test drive the 1Le tomorrow at noon. I gotta say though, I really noticed the decrease in headroom and I'm 5'11. I'm hoping when I drive, my natural driving posture will leave a bit more room.

[james347]

The more I see how the CTSV coupe performs, the more I like.

Originally Posted by Davie Dynamite

Hey guys, I'm looking for some advice here.

I know I've had a few posts about my "future car" but I value others opinions because it could help me realize something I wouldn't have thought of... I know the decision is mine, just looking for some opinions or similar experiences.

I'm ready to buy a new car, cash. Long story short, I had an order ready for a '13 2SS 1LE. I waited because I really wanted to see the '14. Well, I saw it, and like most, I don't really like it and I can't order the '13 anymore. A local dealer has a '13 1LE in the showroom EXACTLY how I wanted it (black, RS, 2SS, 1LE, Nav) BUT it also has a sunroof, that i didn't want... Is that enough for me not to get the car? How is the sunroof in the Camaro? Leaks? Squeaks? Noisey? There are no other 1LE's around here, let alone Canada apparently. So this could be my last chance for the 1LE should I go that way.

Here is where more of my dilemma comes in... That Camaro, a new Corvette Grand Sport or slightly used Z06 and a 2012 CTSV Coupe are all local and available and within my budget...

Those 3 cars are literally the three cars I've been eye balling for a year while I was waiting for this summer to buy a new car.

They are all local so I'm going to drive them all tomorrow morning and I'm hoping one makes me smile WAY MORE than the other 2 and that's the one I'll know is the one...

Driving for me is all for fun. I work from home and rarely have anywhere I need to be lol So I don't really need to think about being practical. It's just me and my girlfriend (so the 2 seats in the vette don't concern me)

Has anyone faced a similar issue when they bought their Camaro? Just thought I'd throw it out there.

I want something fast (obviously) and that will draw looks from people... Something that just says, Oh ya... I drive this... Nice huh? lol

[fielderLS3]

If it fits in your budget, I'd get the Vette. But wait just a little longer and get the new C7 Vette. If your gonna spend over $50k for a car, don't get the end of the line of an outgoing model that has been out for 8 model years. You'll end up telling yourself "the C7 would have been nice" every time you see one.