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Nate GM · 10-05-2012, 10:11 PM

The rally stripe decal on my camaro are extremely scratched and dirty (permanently). I was considering trading in my Camaro for a different one and was wondering whether it would be better to have my decal removed and have the stripes professionally painted on the exact same way (i know it will be quality work) or to just leave it all sratched up and dirty. I'm not completely sure that I will trade it yet so I'm leaning toward have the stripes painted but any info is welcome. Thanks!

skipinminn · 10-05-2012, 10:14 PM

Just get new decals it's cheaper

Burnt_RS · 10-05-2012, 10:24 PM

If you trade it, they will give you book value. I doubt stripes will make any diff in the value of the car. For valuation of the car, dealers want to know: # of cylinders, high vs low mileage, transmission (M/A), sunroof (y/n), leather (y/n), RS package (y/n). Stripes or not, will not likely change the value of the car. If the vinyl ones are really bad, they will just peel them off before it goes on the lot. However, if the stripes are painted and are a mess, it will likely reduce the value of the car.

Parag · 10-05-2012, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Burnt_RS

If you trade it, they will give you book value. I doubt stripes will make any diff in the value of the car. For valuation of the car, dealers want to know: # of cylinders, high vs low mileage, transmission (M/A), sunroof (y/n), leather (y/n), RS package (y/n). Stripes or not, will not likely change the value of the car. If the vinyl ones are really bad, they will just peel them off before it goes on the lot. However, if the stripes are painted and are a mess, it will likely reduce the value of the car.

+1
trading is just a set number. they will give you no extra for any mods and will not take off for factory installed decals. they take off for miles and damage. thats is period. they dont care about wear.

GearheadSS · 10-05-2012, 10:52 PM

Just take the stripes off. They don't add trade in value.

1SSFever · 10-05-2012, 10:53 PM

Painted stripes will likely cost you $1-2000 to have done and you will never see a return on that in a trade in.

The (ahem) Lambo doors may hurt your trade in appraisal from certain dealers. They will know they will be sending it off to auction immediately.

buckeyemike · 10-05-2012, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Parag

they will give you no extra for any mods.

Thank you for saying this. A buddy of mine told me I could add value to my car by just modifying it "to the same specs as the RS model." He claims that's how he made his Silverado worth more than he paid for it.

ihaveacamaro · 10-06-2012, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Parag

they will give you no extra for any mods

Maybe for something like a supercharger or something, but not much else.

If you have 10k in mods, you could probably expect 500 to 1k... if that.

Mods have never increased value.

CWI · 10-06-2012, 01:15 AM

I agree, stripes are a non factor. What dealers call "premium sound" can make a small difference. The biggest difference maker is the miles for that model year. My Colorado pickup would get me $1300 added to value right now due to low miles. I've barely driven it since I got my Camaro. Miles and overall condition are the two biggest value adders. (No dents or paint damage). Then less important are minor things like power windows, locks, seats, sunroof and those kind of features. Something like RS would be a set value, it has it or it don't.

lgKido · 10-06-2012, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by skipinminn

Just get new decals it's cheaper

10-05-2012, 10:11 PM	#1
Nate GM Rand Paul 2016 Drives: Corvette Stingray Z51 2LT Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: U.S Posts: 592	Painting stripes devalue car? The rally stripe decal on my camaro are extremely scratched and dirty (permanently). I was considering trading in my Camaro for a different one and was wondering whether it would be better to have my decal removed and have the stripes professionally painted on the exact same way (i know it will be quality work) or to just leave it all sratched up and dirty. I'm not completely sure that I will trade it yet so I'm leaning toward have the stripes painted but any info is welcome. Thanks! __________________

10-06-2012, 01:15 AM	#9
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2013 Duramax 3500HD Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Freeport LPG Export Posts: 3,839 View My Garage	I agree, stripes are a non factor. What dealers call "premium sound" can make a small difference. The biggest difference maker is the miles for that model year. My Colorado pickup would get me $1300 added to value right now due to low miles. I've barely driven it since I got my Camaro. Miles and overall condition are the two biggest value adders. (No dents or paint damage). Then less important are minor things like power windows, locks, seats, sunroof and those kind of features. Something like RS would be a set value, it has it or it don't. __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

10-05-2012, 10:14 PM	#2
skipinminn Chiquita Drives: 2013 1LE/1SS YELLO1LE 1 of Only 28 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Mpls. Mn./Hudson,Wi. Posts: 4,740 View My Garage	Just get new decals it's cheaper

10-05-2012, 10:24 PM	#3
Burnt_RS Drives: '10 1LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 610	If you trade it, they will give you book value. I doubt stripes will make any diff in the value of the car. For valuation of the car, dealers want to know: # of cylinders, high vs low mileage, transmission (M/A), sunroof (y/n), leather (y/n), RS package (y/n). Stripes or not, will not likely change the value of the car. If the vinyl ones are really bad, they will just peel them off before it goes on the lot. However, if the stripes are painted and are a mess, it will likely reduce the value of the car.

10-05-2012, 10:52 PM	#5
GearheadSS Drives: 23 LT1/22 Colorado TB/69 Chevelle Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greenville, Tx Posts: 4,969 View My Garage	Just take the stripes off. They don't add trade in value.

10-05-2012, 10:53 PM	#6
1SSFever Drives: 2012 1SS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: home Posts: 280	Painted stripes will likely cost you $1-2000 to have done and you will never see a return on that in a trade in. The (ahem) Lambo doors may hurt your trade in appraisal from certain dealers. They will know they will be sending it off to auction immediately.