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06-18-2019, 01:43 PM
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 Drives: 1967 Camaro, 1999 Camaro Join Date: May 2019
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Considering Purchasing 5th Gen Camaro SS
Hello all,
I am a new member to this forum and I have been a long time 1st and 4th generation Camaro owner. I am seriously considering selling my 1999 Z/28 and moving into a 5th generation Camaro SS. I want to buy a low mileage 6 speed car that's pretty much stock. I plan to mod the car over time with exhaust, intake, cam and a few appearance items as the budget allows. This will not be a daily driver, just a fun weekend car. My main question is, what should I look for when shopping for these cars? Are there any quirks that cause problems that I need to avoid like the plague? Are there significant differences in optional equipment on a car from 2010-2013 that I should be aware of? |
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06-18-2019, 02:01 PM
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Grumpy Grey-haired Guy
Drives: Camaro, Corvette & Merc C300(daily) Join Date: Aug 2014
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2013 - all the toys, all the bugs ironed out. Better looking than the 2014 refresh. I could be biased though...
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06-18-2019, 02:11 PM
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Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009
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^ what he said
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06-18-2019, 02:26 PM
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Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2009
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They're all 6 speeds. Do you want a manual or auto?
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06-18-2019, 02:34 PM
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Drives: 2014 2-SSRS Slushbox Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Coral Gables, FL
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My ride is a 2-SS/RS...fully loaded except sunroof. Either way, you can’t go wrong with any G5 SS Best of luck Edit: Post some pics of your ‘99...we love Camaros and you may find an enthusiast amongst us looking to buy |
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06-18-2019, 02:49 PM
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Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS LS3 Whipple Join Date: May 2019
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I'd go with whatever you find the best deal on with low mileage. What they say is true about the 13's but I haven't had problems with my 11. I don't like the 14 style myself. I stayed away from 2010's just because they were the first model year
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06-18-2019, 02:54 PM
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Drives: 2012 2SS/RS, 1968 SS Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Southeast, PA
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I had a similar post, this thread offered a lot of suggestions
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=530381
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06-18-2019, 02:58 PM
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Drives: 2010 2SS Coupe; 2011 2LT Vert Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Prosper, TX
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welcome to the forum!
I have a 2010 manual with 130k miles. Bought it 6 months ago with no history of any problems. I cammed it, put long tubes on it, did a 3.91 gear swap and its a beast and still very reliable. If you plan to mod it like you say, you'll have the opportunity to address known weak spots like the timing chain tensioner. If you are going with the 6 speed auto, you'll have the opportunity to remove AFM/DOD when you do the cam (keep VVT though). If you go with 6 speed manual, then you'll want to beef up the drive line and suspension to keep from breaking parts if you drag race it. Have fun with it!!!
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06-18-2019, 03:19 PM
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Drives: '15 SS Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: North County
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Nothing wrong with a 14-15.... i think they look better.
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06-18-2019, 03:19 PM
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Drives: 2013 Black SS M6 Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Georgetown, KY
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I believe the manual (LS3) is cheaper and easier for cam upgrades than the auto L99. Most people really like the factory NPP exhaust option (small, free flowing mufflers with factory cutouts). Sounds great with catless long tubes! You never really hear about people upgrading that exhaust from the axle back. I agree with the other comments about the looks of the 10'-13' Camaros.
Good luck and welcome to the forum, Jason |
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06-18-2019, 03:47 PM
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Drives: 15 2lt RS Top Gun Camaro Join Date: Mar 2019
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06-18-2019, 03:48 PM
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Drives: 1967 Camaro, 1999 Camaro Join Date: May 2019
Location: Georgia
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06-18-2019, 03:51 PM
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Drives: 1967 Camaro, 1999 Camaro Join Date: May 2019
Location: Georgia
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Thanks for the answers. Forgive my ignorance, but what bells and whistles does a 2013 have that the others don't? Was IOM a color in 2013? That's what I'm leaning towards most at the moment.
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06-18-2019, 03:55 PM
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Donkey Dick Cam Camaro
Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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a 2013
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