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Scotsman · 12-13-2007, 10:45 PM

Well, personally, I'm not big on investing in a depreciating asset. With that said if I do mods, if any at all, they'll be minimal. This will be my daily driver so I don't want to attract unwanted attention at any level. As long as the gunmetal five-spokes make it through to production (probably will as the Vette has such an option) I'll be good. An exhaust would be nice but so as long as it has a valve switch (ultra cool) to keep things quiet when I'm not B-road blasting.

Moose · 12-14-2007, 12:14 AM

I will wait and see what, if any, options GM offers, from the factory. And I really wish I had bought one of the special "dealer versions" (Intimidator SS

) when I ordered the SS. So, I will try and be patient, and order/buy exactly what I want. And leave it at that.

If I'm bitten by the 'Mod Bug', I'll satisfy the urge by further modding my '99 SS.

Personally, I prefer the "stock appearance". The "mods" I've performed on the SS have been done w/o changing the "stock" look, and I'm hoping at this point, that when I bring the "new addition" home, "he" will be exactly what I envisioned.

*The_Blur* · 12-14-2007, 04:03 PM

I'm already compiling a list of mods. This will include a thoroughly upgraded audio system, catback exhaust, intake, headers, a cowl hood (if the stock one is too flat), and maybe a supercharger once the warrantee ends. I like the look of the Camaro as it is, but I can never drive a car that I haven't made mine. Plus, I've never been satisfied with stock audio in any car.

SSmoked · 12-14-2007, 09:49 PM

once i get this car i will def bring it to a paint shop to be painted idetical to my dads 69 ss. than i might put a nice borla exhuast system to make it sound like a champ lol

Scotsman · 12-15-2007, 03:04 PM

There are going to be a lot of these around, so perhaps exercising less restraint would go a long way in making the car more individualized. I'd really like to see what official GM aftermarket mods will be available. I'd definitely be interested.

headpunter · 12-15-2007, 03:09 PM

magnacharger is distributed by GMPP at dealers now so you can have the dealer install it and you KEEP all your warranties (or get equivilent ones)

stovt001 · 12-15-2007, 03:14 PM

limited external mods for me. Hide-away headlights and side exiting exhaust are probably about it. Mechanically, I can't even begin to speculate yet because we don't know what the drivetrain and suspension will be.

Edit: 500th post! Wooooooooooooooooooooooo!

Edit #2 Pencil, I'm coming up on you for post count. Be afraid.

Scotsman · 12-15-2007, 03:17 PM

If the handling is too loose sways are going in for sure. That's the only mechanical mod I'd ever deem necessary or probable other than exhaust.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-15-2007, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by headpunter

magnacharger is distributed by GMPP at dealers now so you can have the dealer install it and you KEEP all your warranties (or get equivilent ones)

They do?!?! Is there a site somewhere I can look into this? :p
The name "Magnacharger" makes me drool.....

headpunter · 12-15-2007, 04:42 PM

go in to your local GM dealer they have the info
the magna charger site sucks though, no good info on new stuff, like thier intergrated water intercooled high "helix" supercharger for the genIII/IV engines.

also for the warranties you have to have them install

2010_5thgen · 12-15-2007, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by headpunter

magnacharger is distributed by GMPP at dealers now so you can have the dealer install it and you KEEP all your warranties (or get equivilent ones)

is it really under warranty still? thats perfect for me then. i dont know too much about magnacharger ,im partial to vortech, but im always open to new things.

Emher · 12-15-2007, 07:54 PM

As long as it's keeps looking as pretty as it has so far, I don't really see any need for external mods. Just put on some nice rims and off I go....

WillInThe04Ranger · 12-15-2007, 09:52 PM

If it were m buying one, I would Bask in the greatness of owning a 5th gen and be the cooles kid for the next 56469543 blocks

headpunter · 12-16-2007, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010_5thgen

is it really under warranty still? thats perfect for me then. i dont know too much about magnacharger ,im partial to vortech, but im always open to new things.

well the new magnacharger is internally intercooled between the supercharger and the heads which is in falseto "SIIIIICK"

12-13-2007, 10:45 PM	#15
Scotsman Auto Pilot Drives: Gunmetal Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: L.A. Posts: 1,307	Well, personally, I'm not big on investing in a depreciating asset. With that said if I do mods, if any at all, they'll be minimal. This will be my daily driver so I don't want to attract unwanted attention at any level. As long as the gunmetal five-spokes make it through to production (probably will as the Vette has such an option) I'll be good. An exhaust would be nice but so as long as it has a valve switch (ultra cool) to keep things quiet when I'm not B-road blasting. __________________ "Let the rest of the world dream of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and dinky little British two-seaters. In this country speed doesn't look like that." Got SS?

12-14-2007, 04:03 PM	#17
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	I'm already compiling a list of mods. This will include a thoroughly upgraded audio system, catback exhaust, intake, headers, a cowl hood (if the stock one is too flat), and maybe a supercharger once the warrantee ends. I like the look of the Camaro as it is, but I can never drive a car that I haven't made mine. Plus, I've never been satisfied with stock audio in any car. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

12-14-2007, 09:49 PM	#18
SSmoked Drives: '12 Camaro ZL1 #1255 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: O' Canada Posts: 1,279	once i get this car i will def bring it to a paint shop to be painted idetical to my dads 69 ss. than i might put a nice borla exhuast system to make it sound like a champ lol __________________

12-15-2007, 03:04 PM	#19
Scotsman Auto Pilot Drives: Gunmetal Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: L.A. Posts: 1,307	There are going to be a lot of these around, so perhaps exercising less restraint would go a long way in making the car more individualized. I'd really like to see what official GM aftermarket mods will be available. I'd definitely be interested. __________________ "Let the rest of the world dream of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and dinky little British two-seaters. In this country speed doesn't look like that." Got SS?

12-15-2007, 03:09 PM	#20
headpunter Not That sad..considering Drives: Man Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: the part of washington the capital forgot about. Posts: 3,745 View My Garage	magnacharger is distributed by GMPP at dealers now so you can have the dealer install it and you KEEP all your warranties (or get equivilent ones) __________________ Stop Whinging Last edited by headpunter; 12-15-2007 at 03:10 PM. Reason: i r wetardeded typer

12-14-2007, 12:14 AM	#16
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	I will wait and see what, if any, options GM offers, from the factory. And I really wish I had bought one of the special "dealer versions" (Intimidator SS ) when I ordered the SS. So, I will try and be patient, and order/buy exactly what I want. And leave it at that. If I'm bitten by the 'Mod Bug', I'll satisfy the urge by further modding my '99 SS. Personally, I prefer the "stock appearance". The "mods" I've performed on the SS have been done w/o changing the "stock" look, and I'm hoping at this point, that when I bring the "new addition" home, "he" will be exactly what I envisioned.

12-15-2007, 03:14 PM	#21
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	limited external mods for me. Hide-away headlights and side exiting exhaust are probably about it. Mechanically, I can't even begin to speculate yet because we don't know what the drivetrain and suspension will be. Edit: 500th post! Wooooooooooooooooooooooo! Edit #2 Pencil, I'm coming up on you for post count. Be afraid.

12-15-2007, 03:17 PM	#22
Scotsman Auto Pilot Drives: Gunmetal Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: L.A. Posts: 1,307	If the handling is too loose sways are going in for sure. That's the only mechanical mod I'd ever deem necessary or probable other than exhaust. __________________ "Let the rest of the world dream of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and dinky little British two-seaters. In this country speed doesn't look like that." Got SS?

12-15-2007, 04:42 PM	#24
headpunter Not That sad..considering Drives: Man Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: the part of washington the capital forgot about. Posts: 3,745 View My Garage	go in to your local GM dealer they have the info the magna charger site sucks though, no good info on new stuff, like thier intergrated water intercooled high "helix" supercharger for the genIII/IV engines. also for the warranties you have to have them install __________________ Stop Whinging

12-15-2007, 07:54 PM	#26
Emher Pillaging Viking Drives: Saab 9-5 '99 (Hey it's a GM!) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,189	As long as it's keeps looking as pretty as it has so far, I don't really see any need for external mods. Just put on some nice rims and off I go....

12-15-2007, 09:52 PM	#27
WillInThe04Ranger Drives: 04 Ranger, 95 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rocky Mount, North Carolina Posts: 684 View My Garage	If it were m buying one, I would Bask in the greatness of owning a 5th gen and be the cooles kid for the next 56469543 blocks __________________ America's Manififest Destiny, Rollin On Radials

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