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stickwiggler13 · 11-12-2022, 12:23 PM

Bought the car solely for the early half moon tail lights, mail slot and the stick shift LS3

Danial · 11-12-2022, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ariZona28

Here's my vote.

Sorry, but from one man to another, you have a good looking pair!

joshnmn · 11-12-2022, 01:49 PM

^^^ more proof that most are asymmetric LOL

Danial · 11-12-2022, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by joshnmn

^^^ more proof that most are asymmetric LOL

hahaha!

pyroguy · 11-12-2022, 09:20 PM

Many people say that the refresh lights were more accurate of the first gen, but I disagree. The 10-13 taillights are spot on with 67-68 RS rear ends. The refresh taillights are similar to a 69, but the only real similarity IMO, is that they’re more of a full line connected together, but that’s it.

George-CZ · 11-13-2022, 01:10 AM

It stands to reason that everyone will prefer the taillights they have on their car. Either because he liked them better when he was choosing his Camaro, or because he sees them so often and just got used to them. And other lights on other Camaros seem a bit "foreign" to him.

As far as I'm concerned and how I see it, it's interesting.

I absolutely love the Z/28, this car is simply a masterpiece! - So I like this latter model tail lights.

But I wouldn't want them on SS model anymore- there it doesn't fit me somehow.

But from what I hear from people passing by, the older taillights are 100% leading.
So far, no one has told me that facelift tail lights are nicer.
I have always been complimented for having an older model Camaro with older tail lights- they are said to be much nicer.

Gstick · 11-13-2022, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by joshnmn

I mean... Round is legit!

I agree that round is legit. The problem is that the 10'-13's aren't round.

The SS Godfather · 11-13-2022, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Danial

To massage my disappointment at not landing the Z/28 today, I had to go out to the garage tonight and reinforce my feelings for my two SS/RS cars. While out there admiring the beautiful lines on my cars and reasons why I bought these two beauties in the first place, I revisited my early reactions to the different tail lights on the the Gen 5 cars.

To be honest, when the cars first hit the market, I was not a fan of the tail lights. When the 2014 cars came out, I liked those lights a lot more.

Now that I own a 2015, I'm beginning to appreciate the tail lights on my 2013 more.

I realize in the grand scheme of things, this is small potatoes, but just curious what everyone else thinks. Not interested in a discussion on aftermarket lights. Let's pretend these are the only two varieties available.

That is why i customized my look- Not for everyone though!! i am happy!!!

Rock-It Man · 11-13-2022, 08:26 PM

Everything about the original Gen 5 styling is better than the refreshes.

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 11-13-2022, 09:31 PM

Disagree with you as I usually do. The hood vent is a huge upgrade in both looks and aero functionality.

Danial · 11-13-2022, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Aqua Blue RS/SS

Disagree with you as I usually do. The hood vent is a huge upgrade in both looks and aero functionality.

10-4 on that!

Danial · 11-13-2022, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by The SS Godfather

That is why i customized my look- Not for everyone though!! i am happy!!!

Hey, everyone has their own dream when it comes to their cars! Nothing wrong with that.

CamaroGuy61 · 11-13-2022, 09:56 PM

I love the overall look of the 2015

Royal Tiger · 11-14-2022, 05:38 AM

2013 was, is, and always will be the sweet spot of the 5th gen.

View Poll Results: Which tail lights do you prefer?
2010-2013	39	72.22%
2014-2015	15	27.78%
Voters: 54. You may not vote on this poll

11-12-2022, 09:20 PM	#19
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #831 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 6,952 View My Garage	Many people say that the refresh lights were more accurate of the first gen, but I disagree. The 10-13 taillights are spot on with 67-68 RS rear ends. The refresh taillights are similar to a 69, but the only real similarity IMO, is that they’re more of a full line connected together, but that’s it. __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #831 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

11-13-2022, 01:10 AM	#20
George-CZ Drives: 2010 2SS LS3 and 1978 STROKER 383 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Czech Republic Posts: 1,598	It stands to reason that everyone will prefer the taillights they have on their car. Either because he liked them better when he was choosing his Camaro, or because he sees them so often and just got used to them. And other lights on other Camaros seem a bit "foreign" to him. As far as I'm concerned and how I see it, it's interesting. I absolutely love the Z/28, this car is simply a masterpiece! - So I like this latter model tail lights. But I wouldn't want them on SS model anymore- there it doesn't fit me somehow. But from what I hear from people passing by, the older taillights are 100% leading. So far, no one has told me that facelift tail lights are nicer. I have always been complimented for having an older model Camaro with older tail lights- they are said to be much nicer. __________________ My life is a constant struggle with Camaro. K&N CAI, Stainless Power longtubes, high flow cats, modified Ragazzon High Performance axle back, Soler Performance ported throttle body, Soler Performance throttle controller, RAM clutch adjuster, modified LS7 clutch kit, Tick Performance billet bearing support, Tick Performance remote bleeder, separate clutch reservoir, BMR trailing arms, BMR toe rods, Pedders Suspension cradle bushing inserts, Control Arm Bushings, Strut tower brace, oil catch can, Hurst T-handle shifter, 20mm wheel spacers, DBA brakes, QTP Cutouts, Dynosteve tune.

11-13-2022, 09:31 PM	#24
Aqua Blue RS/SS Drives: ABM #93 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Lotaburger Posts: 2,850	Disagree with you as I usually do. The hood vent is a huge upgrade in both looks and aero functionality. __________________ ABM #2399 2SS/RS:SOLD ABM #93 2SS/RS Black Rally stripes, Titanium Interior 4,000 miles: GM GFX side skirts and diffuser waiting on paint, GM dovetail, GM heritage, RPI ZL1 style splitter. ‘87 IROC-Z Iroc blue. all original unmolested with 50K miles.

11-12-2022, 12:23 PM	#15
stickwiggler13 Drives: 2012 2SS Convertible Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 103	Bought the car solely for the early half moon tail lights, mail slot and the stick shift LS3

11-12-2022, 01:49 PM	#17
joshnmn 2&THEHIT Drives: 5th Gen Camaro; 5th Gen Ram 3500 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Garner, NC Posts: 1,032 View My Garage	^^^ more proof that most are asymmetric LOL

11-13-2022, 08:26 PM	#23
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,036 View My Garage	Everything about the original Gen 5 styling is better than the refreshes.

11-13-2022, 09:56 PM	#27
CamaroGuy61 Drives: 2015 Camaro 2ss 1LE Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: South Carolina Posts: 49	I love the overall look of the 2015

11-14-2022, 05:38 AM	#28
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	2013 was, is, and always will be the sweet spot of the 5th gen.