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78Z2812TBD · 10-18-2011, 09:21 PM

Well, after mostly lurking for a couple of months (this is an awesome resource), I signed up on here a few days ago, and have ordered myself a new Camaro. I had been considering the ZL1, but after test driving a 2012 SS a number of times, I just decided that it was plenty enough for me, especially since it has to be a daily driver.

I have been following the vert top issues, but despite what I have read, I am going to hope I am one of the lucky ones with no issues. I have wanted a vert for a long time, so I am going for it!

With my wife's approval, I ordered a 45th 2SS M6 vert today. I normally prefer symmetrical graphics, but for some reason I liked the 45th package. The color looks awesome in the sun, and we get lots of that in Texas.

Initial mods will be simple - tint and clear bra. Future mods will include CAI and exhaust - still trying to figure out which one - then who knows what.

Can't wait to get a delivery date, then the car, then post some photos and join y'all in the fun!

lazyb22 · 10-18-2011, 09:26 PM

Congrats on the new purchase!!!!

You will enjoy it.

Corey

2010 SSRS · 10-18-2011, 09:30 PM

congrats

rewski · 10-18-2011, 09:35 PM

Congrats! You'll definitely enjoy it. My 45th 2SS M6 is my daily driver too...when I'm not driving my Zero motorcycle or riding my bike to work

My mod list also started with the full clear bra. I then installed some stealth splash guards and some tint on the rear brake lights, reverse lights and side markers. My most recent was a custom 8-ball shifter as a flashback to my youth! Enjoy and count down the days.

BlackVert · 10-18-2011, 10:02 PM

Yes, congrats. I don't regret it a second! As a fellow daily driver, I think our 426 ers are the better choice for that application. I don't really care about mpg; it's miles between fill-ups that's key for me. I get 300-350 miles on a tank, which is fine. Conversely, I had a friend with a Hemi Jeep and he barely got 200. I gotta think the ZL1 is going to be close to that...no thanks.

OrangeVert · 10-18-2011, 10:07 PM

Welcome, 78Z28, sounds like you ordered an awesome ride, the SS vert is da bomb! When it starts, it sounds like it can do 150+ mph, not that I would ever try.

You'll love the top down driving, great in the fall and spring in Texas! Hope the wait isn't too long, I'm sure the folks in Oshawa are working hard to build your baby. If you're really into it like I am, you'll want to join us at the Camaro Homecoming in Oshawa next June. I went this year and it was a blast, even included two factory tours! Very cool to see where and how our awesome machines are built.

Please send pics when you get your ride!

p.s. After 1,000 posts and 1,600 miles, I still love this car!

GEEo · 10-18-2011, 10:17 PM

Congrats on the new car!! awesome color choice too!

pincoin · 10-19-2011, 04:48 AM

Great choice on the 'vert! I have one on the way also. Hope the waits arent too long.

Big Kid · 10-19-2011, 07:11 AM

Congrats on the new Camaro Convertible! Now get your order number and have Becky Doyle at Rodgers Chevrolet follow the build. Enjoy the ride of the build as much as you will the car!

EM1/SS · 10-19-2011, 07:36 AM

I'm sure your going to love it. I would hope that with all the attention the top is getting they would make it a priority to get it right.

efpardo · 10-19-2011, 11:33 AM

You'll love it

Falundir · 10-19-2011, 11:35 AM

I have the exact same one and I love it to death. Surprised the wife doesn't think I'm cheating on her with the random "going for a drive"...

m72070 · 10-19-2011, 11:54 AM

Congrat's, this is my second vert, love it like crazy! Mine is a weekend car only but can't wait to get in it every time! I'm too much of a panzy to modify the car, afraid someone will mess it up somehow, wish my exhaust sounded meaner though.

angrykiller1 · 10-19-2011, 12:23 PM

congrats!, as an owner with the top problems in abundum, i still have to say how much i love the car!!

10-18-2011, 09:21 PM	#1
78Z2812TBD Drives: 2012 45th 2SS vert Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: St Paul Texas Posts: 107 View My Garage	Pulled the trigger... Well, after mostly lurking for a couple of months (this is an awesome resource), I signed up on here a few days ago, and have ordered myself a new Camaro. I had been considering the ZL1, but after test driving a 2012 SS a number of times, I just decided that it was plenty enough for me, especially since it has to be a daily driver. I have been following the vert top issues, but despite what I have read, I am going to hope I am one of the lucky ones with no issues. I have wanted a vert for a long time, so I am going for it! With my wife's approval, I ordered a 45th 2SS M6 vert today. I normally prefer symmetrical graphics, but for some reason I liked the 45th package. The color looks awesome in the sun, and we get lots of that in Texas. Initial mods will be simple - tint and clear bra. Future mods will include CAI and exhaust - still trying to figure out which one - then who knows what. Can't wait to get a delivery date, then the car, then post some photos and join y'all in the fun!

10-18-2011, 09:30 PM	#3
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	congrats __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

10-18-2011, 10:02 PM	#5
BlackVert Drives: 2SS/RS LS3, Hurst - Del'd 4/19/11 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 56 View My Garage	Yes, congrats. I don't regret it a second! As a fellow daily driver, I think our 426 ers are the better choice for that application. I don't really care about mpg; it's miles between fill-ups that's key for me. I get 300-350 miles on a tank, which is fine. Conversely, I had a friend with a Hemi Jeep and he barely got 200. I gotta think the ZL1 is going to be close to that...no thanks. __________________

10-18-2011, 10:07 PM	#6
OrangeVert "Catharine" Drives: '11 2SS/RS LS-3 IOM/IO vert Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Southern NH Posts: 2,132	Welcome, 78Z28, sounds like you ordered an awesome ride, the SS vert is da bomb! When it starts, it sounds like it can do 150+ mph, not that I would ever try. You'll love the top down driving, great in the fall and spring in Texas! Hope the wait isn't too long, I'm sure the folks in Oshawa are working hard to build your baby. If you're really into it like I am, you'll want to join us at the Camaro Homecoming in Oshawa next June. I went this year and it was a blast, even included two factory tours! Very cool to see where and how our awesome machines are built. Please send pics when you get your ride! p.s. After 1,000 posts and 1,600 miles, I still love this car! __________________

10-19-2011, 04:48 AM	#8
pincoin Camaro owner since 1982 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS-RS Conv IBM L99 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 1,651	Great choice on the 'vert! I have one on the way also. Hope the waits arent too long. __________________ 2012 Camaro RS-SS Conv IBM, L99 1968 Camaro RS Coupe 327 AT 1968 Camaro RS-SS Conv, sold 1993

10-18-2011, 09:26 PM	#2
lazyb22 USCG Drives: 2012 LT1 RS Conv V6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Antioch Ca Posts: 100	Congrats on the new purchase!!!! You will enjoy it. Corey

10-18-2011, 09:35 PM	#4
rewski Drives: '12 45th 2SS Vert Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Denver Posts: 106	Congrats! You'll definitely enjoy it. My 45th 2SS M6 is my daily driver too...when I'm not driving my Zero motorcycle or riding my bike to work My mod list also started with the full clear bra. I then installed some stealth splash guards and some tint on the rear brake lights, reverse lights and side markers. My most recent was a custom 8-ball shifter as a flashback to my youth! Enjoy and count down the days.

10-18-2011, 10:17 PM	#7
GEEo OKCamaros Drives: 4 banger Diesel Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 4,572	Congrats on the new car!! awesome color choice too!

10-19-2011, 07:11 AM	#9
Big Kid Drives: 2011 Camaro convertible Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 371	Congrats on the new Camaro Convertible! Now get your order number and have Becky Doyle at Rodgers Chevrolet follow the build. Enjoy the ride of the build as much as you will the car! __________________

10-19-2011, 07:36 AM	#10
EM1/SS Drives: 11 2SS/RS M6 vert Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: NSB, FL Posts: 705	I'm sure your going to love it. I would hope that with all the attention the top is getting they would make it a priority to get it right. __________________ LSA supercharger, Borla S-Type cat back, BMR/ Pedders Suspension, Kooks stepped LT's, GM 3.91, and RDP tune.

10-19-2011, 11:33 AM	#11
efpardo Deep6 Drives: 2016 Camaro #182300 \| 2SS \| HBM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lansing, MI Posts: 1,203 View My Garage	You'll love it __________________ My Journals: Erick's Mistress - Violet 2016 2SS #182300 \| 2SS \| HBM \| Erick’s Mistress - 2010 2LT #8212 \| 2LT \| RS \| CGM \| Litho #165 \|

10-19-2011, 11:35 AM	#12
Falundir Drives: 2017 1SS 1LE - Hyper Blue, P85DL Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: East Bay Posts: 2,189 View My Garage	I have the exact same one and I love it to death. Surprised the wife doesn't think I'm cheating on her with the random "going for a drive"...

10-19-2011, 11:54 AM	#13
m72070 Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Black on Black on Black Join Date: May 2011 Location: Biloxi, MS Posts: 63 View My Garage	Congrat's, this is my second vert, love it like crazy! Mine is a weekend car only but can't wait to get in it every time! I'm too much of a panzy to modify the car, afraid someone will mess it up somehow, wish my exhaust sounded meaner though.

10-19-2011, 12:23 PM	#14
angrykiller1 Drives: 2011 2ss inferno orange convertible Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: baton rouge Posts: 136	congrats!, as an owner with the top problems in abundum, i still have to say how much i love the car!!

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