How can you Afford that?

[rocknroll_jeph]

Originally Posted by jshaf

my justification is that I don't blow money on senseless crap like drugs, tobacco, alcohol, gambling, etc. I am far from rich and I am pretty sure I am one of the lowest earners on the site, sans the ones that have parents "giving" them the cars. I work hard for my money and it is my one indulgence. I work in the financial industry and I am very frugal with my spending. there are a lot more people out there that could afford the SS Camaro if they wanted to. some just aren't disciplined enough to make it happen!

I would like a SS, but where I live they are around $100,000. I'm am very pleased with my V6 anyway. I also worked hard and saved my money too, but they are too expensive. Maybe if I move back to the states and I sell my V6 I could afford to own one in the US. Good job being careful with your money!

[rocknroll_jeph]

And to answer the question, I get asked that question a lot. People are surprised how reasonable the price of a Camaro in China is. It is still a lot more than it would be back home, but with taxes and transportation halfway across the world, I can accept the price. There are many lesser cars out there that cost a whole lot more. I worked hard, saved my money and never spend cash on useless things. Interestingly enough, my wife and I were debating whether to get (another) Z4, Porsche Boxer or an Audi TT when we were shopping for a new car, and we are just a couple of teachers- we try to make wise choices so we can afford nice thing!

[2010SLVRBULIT]

Originally Posted by FINALLYSATISFIED

You don't have to go to a car website to distinguish the lesser vehicle. Its blatantly obvious. And its not just Camaros either. That goes for the Tahoes, 300's, Chargers, etc.

..highly doubtful unless you study the trim levels before purchasing a certain model. Remember the questions, "what's it got under the hood?" or "how much hp does it have?"..

[2010SLVRBULIT]

Originally Posted by rocknroll_jeph

I would like a SS, but where I live they are around $100,000. I'm am very pleased with my V6 anyway. I also worked hard and saved my money too, but they are too expensive. Maybe if I move back to the states and I sell my V6 I could afford to own one in the US. Good job being careful with your money!

..yeah, overseas $ are ludicrous, unless you're in the oil business.

[lbls1]

A good job, excellent credit and good money management will do wonderful things for you.

[bigblockz8]

My trainees saw my car and asked how much management here makes. When I told them that I got mine for 19k they were amazed. Why pay the same for a used civic or new carolla when I can have this?!
I love how much car you get for the buck. I still get stares in a plain 2LS. People unfamiliar with the car think it is expensive. My ex thought I was now rich haha

[LOBBS]

I found the original window sticker on my 2010 2SS/RS that had the MSRP at $39,100. I bought it in immaculate condition last month with only 9500 miles for $24k. My family, friends, work etc. all assume that I paid a small fortune for it.

[jasonsk287]

I'm 27 and get this a lot because people think it's at minimum a $50,000 car... Mine's only a 1LT so not even close but still amazing!

[RetiredArmy]

I just purchased a new 2015 Camaro 2LS with the 20% off MSRP deal last week of December. Ended up getting the Camaro for $19,000 after trading in my Equinox. The first few days I parked it at work, I had people wondering how I could buy such as expensive car. When I tell them what I paid I can tell they don't believe me. Just unreal.

[G7C ZL1]

Anything worth doing is worth overdoing.

[enzia35]

I overpaid for mine, 23k in 6-14, but I can pay it.

[Ernest T]

Originally Posted by sstephen17

Well I emailed six different dealerships. I used $1000 private offer and $2000 cash back. I was going to finance through my credit union so apparently they came up with another discount. The first "final" offer was $28,400 but I showed it to all the other dealers and went with the lowest one.

I also used the $7000 from my trade-in and about $1700 from my GM Card earnings. The dealer was actually kind of surprised it all went through but I had already contacted GM directly to make sure all of my discounts applied and that I was still able to use my earnings.

So the $27,495 included $7K from your trade?

[FJ60]

I'm guilty of a similar naïveté except regarding minivans. I was floored when a co-worker said she paid over $42k for a Honda Odyssey. It had a lot of cool tech and comfort features so the price made a little more sense, but I was really out of touch with the minivan market.

[stoopid]

Originally Posted by bigblockz8

...Why pay the same for a used civic or new carolla when I can have this?!

I love how much car you get for the buck. I still get stares in a plain 2LS. People unfamiliar with the car think it is expensive...

My experience as well. Until I was car shopping I didn't realize the base model Mustang, Challenger, and Camaro were so reasonably priced. Next thought, identical to yours, was "Why did I buy this Malibu for the same price?" Malibu out, Camaro in.

People unfamiliar with the cars do NOT know the difference between a ZL1 and a 1LS. They only see the body shape and Camaro badge, and assume it's some supercar. It's only those who own these types of cars and other enthusiasts that know there's a ton of trim and motor configurations.