Price check in isle 5 please - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

mikebaby · 09-10-2014, 11:47 AM

Hi everyone, I'm a long time lurker, first time poster. I've been a pretty active member on the HDforums and F-150forums, and hopefully will be here too...

After much debate, I've decided that this is not a great time in my life to be riding Harley's, and I'm about to pull the trigger on what I think is a real nice SS. I'm hoping for some pricing advice from members in the know.

Here is what I found:

2012 Camaro 2SS Convertible - Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat / Black Leather
Black Stripe Package
A6/Tapshift tranny
Remote Start
RS Package

The car is pretty clean except for a two small dings that they are going to take care of. Only 11600 miles, and they will CPO the car to extend the factory warranty and include 2 years free maintenance.

What is a good price for this car?

Thanks in advance,
mikebaby

elektrik · 09-10-2014, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by mikebaby

Also, are there any downsides to the L99 engine vs. the manual/LS3?

Ooh this should be fun....

pickwithaustin · 09-10-2014, 12:15 PM

I have a 2011 2SS/RS convertible that I bought a few months ago with 4000 miles on it and 100% of original factory warranty (as it had never actually been sold before). Based on what I paid the dealer, I would venture to say that around $30K should be your ballpark - give or take a little, but not much.

As to the engine, as elektrik just alluded to, you're about to open a can of worms of opinions on here, LOL. In all honesty, though, they're both great engines.

mikebaby · 09-10-2014, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by pickwithaustin

I have a 2011 2SS/RS convertible that I bought a few months ago with 4000 miles on it and 100% of original factory warranty (as it had never actually been sold before). Based on what I paid the dealer, I would venture to say that around $30K should be your ballpark - give or take a little, but not much.

As to the engine, as elektrik just alluded to, you're about to open a can of worms of opinions on here, LOL. In all honesty, though, they're both great engines.

Thanks.... In regards to the engine question, I'm really just wondering if the L99 has any gremlins that I may want to consider prior to purchase. I doubt I do anything to mod the performance of the car except to maybe add a tuner to firm up the shifts, and possibly an exhaust.

mikebaby

Enduring · 09-10-2014, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by mikebaby

Thanks.... In regards to the engine question, I'm really just wondering if the L99 has any gremlins that I may want to consider prior to purchase. I doubt I do anything to mod the performance of the car except to maybe add a tuner to firm up the shifts, and possibly an exhaust.

mikebaby

Nope, the differences between the L99 and LS3 come in when you start moding the engine. Things like a camshaft upgrade are more expensive on an L99 than an LS3 because of VVT and AFM. Some people say AFM changes the exhaust note of the engine. If you aren't modding the engine you won't notice a huge difference between the engines.

rebelyell22 · 09-10-2014, 12:52 PM

You have AFM on the L99. Will make it sound like a honda on the highway unless you disable it with a tuner or range device.

CALLAWAY11 · 09-10-2014, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mikebaby

Thanks.... In regards to the engine question, I'm really just wondering if the L99 has any gremlins that I may want to consider prior to purchase. I doubt I do anything to mod the performance of the car except to maybe add a tuner to firm up the shifts, and possibly an exhaust.

mikebaby

Uh huh, sure. That's what most people say, I'm just gonna do... Then you end up with a car like mine. Lol. Good luck in your purchase, either way you will love it!

two_wheel_mayhem · 09-10-2014, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mikebaby

After much debate, I've decided that this is not a great time in my life to be riding Harleys

Said no real rider EVER!

mikebaby · 09-10-2014, 01:14 PM

So is $30k the good price point?

mikebaby

13vertss · 09-10-2014, 01:16 PM

I just paid 36500 for a 13 2ss rs vert with stripe, nav, short throw and dual mode exhaust. So high 20's low 30' would be my guess.

Muscle Car Memories · 09-10-2014, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by elektrik

Ooh this should be fun....

There will be a fist fight in here before its over

Zig Zag · 09-10-2014, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by two_wheel_mayhem

Said no real rider EVER!

LOL

djpelosi · 09-10-2014, 01:25 PM

L99 is for people who want to be someone... LS3 is for people who are someone.

two_wheel_mayhem · 09-10-2014, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by djpelosi

L99 is for people who want to be someone... LS3 is for people who are someone.

09-10-2014, 11:47 AM	#1
mikebaby Drives: 2014 2SS/RS A6 Vert Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 117	Price check in isle 5 please Hi everyone, I'm a long time lurker, first time poster. I've been a pretty active member on the HDforums and F-150forums, and hopefully will be here too... After much debate, I've decided that this is not a great time in my life to be riding Harley's, and I'm about to pull the trigger on what I think is a real nice SS. I'm hoping for some pricing advice from members in the know. Here is what I found: 2012 Camaro 2SS Convertible - Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat / Black Leather Black Stripe Package A6/Tapshift tranny Remote Start RS Package The car is pretty clean except for a two small dings that they are going to take care of. Only 11600 miles, and they will CPO the car to extend the factory warranty and include 2 years free maintenance. What is a good price for this car? Thanks in advance, mikebaby Last edited by mikebaby; 09-10-2014 at 02:27 PM.

09-10-2014, 12:15 PM	#3
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	I have a 2011 2SS/RS convertible that I bought a few months ago with 4000 miles on it and 100% of original factory warranty (as it had never actually been sold before). Based on what I paid the dealer, I would venture to say that around $30K should be your ballpark - give or take a little, but not much. As to the engine, as elektrik just alluded to, you're about to open a can of worms of opinions on here, LOL. In all honesty, though, they're both great engines. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

09-10-2014, 12:52 PM	#6
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	You have AFM on the L99. Will make it sound like a honda on the highway unless you disable it with a tuner or range device. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

09-10-2014, 01:25 PM	#13
djpelosi Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Cordova, TN Posts: 774	L99 is for people who want to be someone... LS3 is for people who are someone. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 2" Stainless Power Longtube Headers 3" Full exhaust w/ Off-Road H-Pipe Bo White Ported Throttle Body Hurst Short Throw Shifter Best Time: 12.43 @ 114, 1.99 60' on stock wheels and stock tires Build Thread

09-10-2014, 01:14 PM	#9
mikebaby Drives: 2014 2SS/RS A6 Vert Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 117	So is $30k the good price point? mikebaby

09-10-2014, 01:16 PM	#10
13vertss Drives: 2013 Camaro convertible 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Southern NH Posts: 1,077	I just paid 36500 for a 13 2ss rs vert with stripe, nav, short throw and dual mode exhaust. So high 20's low 30' would be my guess.