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AngelSpeedFreak · 03-01-2012, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by PQ

Chip on the shoulder maybe there?

If I might just say........... That 100hp is very easily expandable to much more. The 6 really is limited.

BTW, the difference in a 1LT and a base SS is around $6700.00 so not sure where you're getting that $15k from unless you're talking about the percieved loss he takes.

Still guarantee it comes in WELL under 15k.

But, If I'm a bank, I'm not giving any auto loans for 7 to 10k above the cost of the car.

you hit the nail on the head... it has nothing to do with the stock 100hp, it has to do with the aftermarket possibilities

I dont think a V6 is going to be able to pull up next to a z06 and actually have a good chance to beat it... just my .02

JoshBobGuptaMarley · 03-01-2012, 11:07 AM

Be prepared to walk multiple times until they give you what you want. The first few dealers you go to might not sell you a car so be in contact with many dealer. Don't be afraid to play them against each other. Be a pain in the ass if need be.

Im_Fly_Like_A_V6 · 03-01-2012, 11:17 AM

I just Upgraded my lt to ss this week ... Here is one way to look at the glass half full ... if u get more for your trade in or sell privately and its more than what you owe on the loan.... Then think of it atleast your not upside down on the loan... And you just paid to drive a rental camaro for the time you had it :-)

PQ · 03-01-2012, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Fiveg56

Dont tell my wife.

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Originally Posted by Im_Fly_Like_A_V6

Then think of it atleast your not upside down on the loan... And you just paid to drive a rental camaro for the time you had it :-)

I've looked at it exactly like that too. LOL

Never did it, but that's how I always figured it in my head. haha

Blitz · 03-01-2012, 11:36 AM

A lot of these threads lately... Poor Team LLT but wahoo for non-existent team LS3 (assuming you go manual).

tramtwo · 03-01-2012, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Blitz

A lot of these threads lately... Poor Team LLT but wahoo for non-existent team LS3 (assuming you go manual).

upflying · 03-01-2012, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Blitz

A lot of these threads lately... Poor Team LLT but wahoo for non-existent team LS3 (assuming you go manual).

Look at the good side. The glut and plethora of V6 Camaro's on the used market will bring the price down.
Lots of Camaro dreamers will suddenly find a lot of affordable, fun to drive cars to buy.

E.T. · 03-01-2012, 11:44 AM

Expect to lose some $$$. Maybe you can get 80% of what you originally paid for your LT. That's the down side. That's about the only down side. MPGs went down a little, insurance stayed about the same. HP went up a lot, TQ went up even more. Expect permagrin

I liked my V6, but I love my SS

90503 · 03-01-2012, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by upflying

Look at the good side. The glut and plethora of V6 Camaro's on the used market will bring the price down.
Lots of Camaro dreamers will suddenly find a lot of affordable, fun to drive cars to buy.

I agree...might even get one myself one of these days for a dd...(if I super-charge my SS)...

But I wonder...how come there seems to be a plentiful supply (maybe not) of good, low miles, used SS's out there??...just curious...

camaroGOODMAN · 03-01-2012, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SSGUNNER

Well you have a 2011 1LT so expect to get 23k or less for the trade in. 24k if ur lucky. Now the 1SS starts at the lower 30's + all the extra

they add including your financing amount. So do the math. Now remember yes you will be upside down on the long run but its nothing that you will feel all at once. All this is on the long run and not to mention the smile ur gonna have for the next 6 yrs. Besides man $$$ comes and goes and you only live once so enjoy and make sure u can afford the monthly note.

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Originally Posted by BLACKWIDOW.SS

Expect to sleep better at night because you finally got what you've been secretly wanting for a while now...and the lower gas mileage, mail slot, increased horsepower and added $6-$7k in price is well worth it in my book.... GO GET IT!!!

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Originally Posted by orangejuice

try to find a used one with low miles, screw buying new

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Originally Posted by E.T.

Expect to lose some $$$. Maybe you can get 80% of what you originally paid for your LT. That's the down side. That's about the only down side. MPGs went down a little, insurance stayed about the same. HP went up a lot, TQ went up even more. Expect permagrin

I liked my V6, but I love my SS

SIXJAK · 03-01-2012, 01:17 PM

If losing a few thousand bothers you more than not not owning an SS, then by all means DO NOT do it. If not owning an SS bothers you more than losing a few thousand dollars, then TRADE. Drive what YOU want to drive and can afford to comfortably own and maintain and mod. If you're making decent money and you have some money saved away and losing a few thou ain't a big deal, just do it. Have you looked into FI? There's some pretty cool stuff coming out. Like well over 400 RWHP kind of stuff. It'll kill your warranty but you'll have the same issue if you mod your SS too. Good luck and drive what makes you happy as long as you can afford it.

CamaroKid300 · 03-01-2012, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by PQ

Chip on the shoulder maybe there?

If I might just say........... That 100hp is very easily expandable to much more. The 6 really is limited.

Exact reason I traded.

SS 376 · 03-01-2012, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Fiveg56

I get why people with LT Camaros want to upgrade to an SS Camaro, I really do. The SS is an amazing machine…fast...powerful…sexy…but it just seems INSANE to trade in a brand new car, that you just bought, to get an SS. The money you lose in a deal like that is unbelievable.

+1. Trading in a less than year old car is just an awful, awful financial decision. If you absolutely have to do it, then buy a used SS, not a new one and see whether it's worth it to do a private party sale rather than a trade-in. Many deals to be had out there.

SIXJAK · 03-01-2012, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroKid300

Exact reason I traded.

I don't blame ya. I was bummin for a while there, but the clouds are opening and the sun is finally starting to shine on that crazy little Bosch controlled 3.6L DI motor of ours.

03-01-2012, 11:07 AM	#30
JoshBobGuptaMarley Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: '12 2SS/RS LS3 GBA Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: PanamaCityBeach,Florida Posts: 1,375 View My Garage	Be prepared to walk multiple times until they give you what you want. The first few dealers you go to might not sell you a car so be in contact with many dealer. Don't be afraid to play them against each other. Be a pain in the ass if need be. __________________ Muffler Delete, Cold Air Inductions intake, Technostalgia Sequential LED Tail Lights, Vmax CNC Ported TB, RX Catch Can, AAC LED Interior Lights (Aqua)

03-01-2012, 11:36 AM	#33
Blitz Drives: 2012 CTS-V Sedan Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 738	A lot of these threads lately... Poor Team LLT but wahoo for non-existent team LS3 (assuming you go manual). __________________

03-01-2012, 11:44 AM	#36
E.T. Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 3,273	Expect to lose some $$$. Maybe you can get 80% of what you originally paid for your LT. That's the down side. That's about the only down side. MPGs went down a little, insurance stayed about the same. HP went up a lot, TQ went up even more. Expect permagrin I liked my V6, but I love my SS __________________

03-01-2012, 01:17 PM	#39
SIXJAK Drives: MO's only SC'd LLT. Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Branson MO Posts: 2,574 View My Garage	If losing a few thousand bothers you more than not not owning an SS, then by all means DO NOT do it. If not owning an SS bothers you more than losing a few thousand dollars, then TRADE. Drive what YOU want to drive and can afford to comfortably own and maintain and mod. If you're making decent money and you have some money saved away and losing a few thou ain't a big deal, just do it. Have you looked into FI? There's some pretty cool stuff coming out. Like well over 400 RWHP kind of stuff. It'll kill your warranty but you'll have the same issue if you mod your SS too. Good luck and drive what makes you happy as long as you can afford it. __________________ IPF supercharger kit, IPF tune, SW LT's, R. Tech HFC's, ARK DT-S catback, SS Brembo brake upgrade, BC Racing adjustable coilovers, Hurst STS, Pfadt rear arm package, Pfadt adjustable sways & end links, Pfadt diff bushings, BMR rear cradle full kit blk bezels,SS diffuser, Innovate gauges.

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03-01-2012, 11:17 AM	#31
Im_Fly_Like_A_V6 Drives: 2012 SIM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Orange County, California Posts: 489	I just Upgraded my lt to ss this week ... Here is one way to look at the glass half full ... if u get more for your trade in or sell privately and its more than what you owe on the loan.... Then think of it atleast your not upside down on the loan... And you just paid to drive a rental camaro for the time you had it :-)