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SecondZ28 · 10-30-2016, 11:30 PM

Long time lurker on here, getting close to pulling the trigger on a '13 ZL1. I will be losing my '87 GN to get this car, unfortunately not enough space to keep both.

Since the '13's are still under power train warranty, it seems the only major issue is a supercharger recall. Is that correct?

It will have MyLink which I am not thrilled about, but the car has all the other options I want (color, manual, moonroof, wheels). Have the bugs been worked out of these yet with updates? Or are they still glitchy?

Red Jewel RS · 10-31-2016, 12:00 AM

They are very bullet proof. I just traded my 13 for a 17 SS and I would like to have both. You won't be disappointed.

STUNNAH · 10-31-2016, 02:18 AM

Shoot me a private message on the GN...I would love to have one, depending on your deal we may be able to work something out...What's the mileage on the ZL1 you're getting and does it have navigation???

SecondZ28 · 10-31-2016, 07:11 AM

ZL1 has 8k miles on it, I don't think it has Nav.

Just ran an AutoCheck on it and now a bit concerned, as this car has already had 3 previous owners! That's crazy with only 8k miles on it and already gone thru that many hands in 3 years.

70T/A400 · 10-31-2016, 07:34 AM

ZL1's are notorious for changing hands. I am unsure if it is because of power or price of tires and brakes for maintenance or gas consumption.

I for one am in love with the car from the looks to the suspension to the control & power without riding on the ground like a Corvette.

You will enjoy a 2013, they are well engineered, just look at the differential and suspension.

I would look for one with one owner and no modifications, it is less likely to be beaten or raced. Tires are expensive and do not last long.

Good luck.

Dmpsix · 10-31-2016, 07:37 AM

The supercharger recall is good for 10 years I think, it's a lot longer than the standard 5 year powertrain warranty that's for sure.

KaBoom1701 · 10-31-2016, 11:21 AM

87' GN....nice.

Those cars were awesome.

flatrockguy · 10-31-2016, 12:28 PM

Send me the VIN and I can run it through the GM warranty system to see what has been worked on.

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 10-31-2016, 12:31 PM

If you send me the VIN I can use my dealership software to check up on value, owners, accidents, warranty, insurance claims, and dealer noted problems, if there are any.

KaBoom1701 · 10-31-2016, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by flatrockguy

Send me the VIN and I can run it through the GM warranty system to see what has been worked on.

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Originally Posted by Can'tHave2MuchHP

If you send me the VIN I can use my dealership software to check up on value, owners, accidents, warranty, insurance claims, and dealer noted problems, if there are any.

Good friends to have...this is why I love C5!

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 10-31-2016, 02:03 PM

I got the VIN and checked up on it, no issues

It's a buy if it's the right car for you.

EDIT

Also just sent you the warranty info.

SecondZ28 · 10-31-2016, 02:16 PM

Thanks for the help guys!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dmpsix

The supercharger recall is good for 10 years I think, it's a lot longer than the standard 5 year powertrain warranty that's for sure.

Ah, found they did extend it to 10 years. Nice thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by KaBoom1701

87' GN....nice.

Those cars were awesome.

Thanks,
It's a very cool car, it's been a garage queen/show car, but I want a driver.

SecondZ28 · 11-04-2016, 06:24 PM

Found a different car and put a deposit down! You were right about these things changing hands fast. Every low mile car had multiple owners already, that's nuts.

I settled on a like new 2-owner 2013 stick shift with only 3k miles. Nicely optioned with moonroof, polished wheels and exposed carbon fiber hood. I think I got a fair deal at $37k flat.

Mikamaro · 11-04-2016, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SecondZ28

Found a different car and put a deposit down! You were right about these things changing hands fast. Every low mile car had multiple owners already, that's nuts.

I settled on a like new 2-owner 2013 stick shift with only 3k miles. Nicely optioned with moonroof, polished wheels and exposed carbon fiber hood. I think I got a fair deal at $37k flat.

Seems like a fair deal, I found a 2013 too with 30k miles for $33K

10-30-2016, 11:30 PM	#1
SecondZ28 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 807	Getting closer to owning a ZL1 Long time lurker on here, getting close to pulling the trigger on a '13 ZL1. I will be losing my '87 GN to get this car, unfortunately not enough space to keep both. Since the '13's are still under power train warranty, it seems the only major issue is a supercharger recall. Is that correct? It will have MyLink which I am not thrilled about, but the car has all the other options I want (color, manual, moonroof, wheels). Have the bugs been worked out of these yet with updates? Or are they still glitchy?

10-31-2016, 02:18 AM	#3
STUNNAH "BEASTM*DE" Drives: 2013 ZL1 Black Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,655 View My Garage	Shoot me a private message on the GN...I would love to have one, depending on your deal we may be able to work something out...What's the mileage on the ZL1 you're getting and does it have navigation??? __________________ Vengeance Racing Stage 1 Kit 575rwhp, 569 rwtq... Rims powder coated gloss black...BFG'S Comp 2 A/S... Dual 10" Kicker Comp S Subs 1200w...

10-31-2016, 11:21 AM	#7
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	87' GN....nice. Those cars were awesome. __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

10-31-2016, 12:28 PM	#8
flatrockguy Drives: 2015 Black ZL1 m6, gone 2012 CTS-V Join Date: May 2014 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 225 View My Garage	Send me the VIN and I can run it through the GM warranty system to see what has been worked on. __________________ 2021-ZL1, Black, 6spd ceramic coated 2019-CTS-V, Black Gone 2015-ZL1, Black 6spd, CAI, JRE 75rwhp Gone 2012-CTS-V, Black 6spd Gone

10-31-2016, 12:00 AM	#2
Red Jewel RS Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Billings, MT Posts: 891 View My Garage	They are very bullet proof. I just traded my 13 for a 17 SS and I would like to have both. You won't be disappointed.

10-31-2016, 07:11 AM	#4
SecondZ28 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 807	ZL1 has 8k miles on it, I don't think it has Nav. Just ran an AutoCheck on it and now a bit concerned, as this car has already had 3 previous owners! That's crazy with only 8k miles on it and already gone thru that many hands in 3 years.

10-31-2016, 07:34 AM	#5
70T/A400 Drives: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 38	ZL1's are notorious for changing hands. I am unsure if it is because of power or price of tires and brakes for maintenance or gas consumption. I for one am in love with the car from the looks to the suspension to the control & power without riding on the ground like a Corvette. You will enjoy a 2013, they are well engineered, just look at the differential and suspension. I would look for one with one owner and no modifications, it is less likely to be beaten or raced. Tires are expensive and do not last long. Good luck.

10-31-2016, 07:37 AM	#6
Dmpsix Drives: Black L99 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,862	The supercharger recall is good for 10 years I think, it's a lot longer than the standard 5 year powertrain warranty that's for sure.

10-31-2016, 12:31 PM	#9
Can'tHave2MuchHP Drives: Fast Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,696	If you send me the VIN I can use my dealership software to check up on value, owners, accidents, warranty, insurance claims, and dealer noted problems, if there are any.

10-31-2016, 02:03 PM	#11
Can'tHave2MuchHP Drives: Fast Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,696	I got the VIN and checked up on it, no issues It's a buy if it's the right car for you. EDIT Also just sent you the warranty info.

11-04-2016, 06:24 PM	#13
SecondZ28 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 807	Found a different car and put a deposit down! You were right about these things changing hands fast. Every low mile car had multiple owners already, that's nuts. I settled on a like new 2-owner 2013 stick shift with only 3k miles. Nicely optioned with moonroof, polished wheels and exposed carbon fiber hood. I think I got a fair deal at $37k flat.