2012 CTS-V vs 2012 Camaro ZL1

[garfin]

Originally Posted by 556hp

I own the 2010 V sedan and still inside there is that gnawing at my soul for the ZL1. But unfortunately at my age (62), the ZL1 would scream mid-life crisis to employers and clients (and wife). The caddy portrays a totally different image.

So the guy that joked that the V was for older guys...well all I can say is maybe you are right in some ways. But even if I was in my 30's, picking up a first time date in the ZL1 vs the Caddy V...you decide.

Kudos to those that are going to buy the ZL1...the younger guy in me will be jealous.

LMFAO!! Either I posted this in my sleep or you are my clone!!

Lemmee see here...
... drive a '10 V - CHECK!
... 62 years old - CHECK!
... a gnawing at my soul for a ZL1... CHECK! (Let's just say that I feel a real "connection" with this car )

Only difference may be that fortunately, for various reasons, I don't feel that prioritizing/projecting a specific image is necessary for me... my attitude for the last 15 years has always been, "F**k 'em if they can't take a joke"... when I, (as an ol' fart) show up in a Camaro.
This is my car and I drive it 'cuz it's me and it's who I am. I'm proud of it, and I love it! If somebody has a problem with that, then that's just it - it's their problem.

Now all that being said, I think it might be time for me to start looking for a new car... after all, her '99 STS (we like to keep cars for a long while) is probably approaching the end of its road (for us anyway).
Just gotta figure out how to convince her that she needs a new ZL1! (but it would have to be an A6 )

Best regards,

Elie

[thespymaster]

Originally Posted by 8lug

Manual or Auto V??

I have an Auto V, can't wait for the manual ZL

Auto

Originally Posted by Frankzl1

I'll send you a PM when i get mine, we need to show off the beasts!!

What color did you get?

Summitt White............

[Z_Rocks]

Originally Posted by brian-nicola

Ditto, I'm only 51. Wife said as long as your mid life crisis toys either float, fly or have wheels that's good with her.

Was she hinting, no GF on the side?

[69NMYSS]

Originally Posted by brian-nicola

Ditto, I'm only 51. Wife said as long as your mid life crisis toys either float, fly or have wheels that's good with her.

Priceless!!

[69NMYSS]

Originally Posted by brian-nicola

Ditto, I'm only 51. Wife said as long as your mid life crisis toys either float, fly or have wheels that's good with her.

Let her know that implants due aid in floation for women, does that count?

[OldJedi]

Originally Posted by 556hp

I own the 2010 V sedan and still inside there is that gnawing at my soul for the ZL1. But unfortunately at my age (62), the ZL1 would scream mid-life crisis to employers and clients (and wife). The caddy portrays a totally different image.

So the guy that joked that the V was for older guys...well all I can say is maybe you are right in some ways. But even if I was in my 30's, picking up a first time date in the ZL1 vs the Caddy V...you decide.

Kudos to those that are going to buy the ZL1...the younger guy in me will be jealous.

Hey 556HP, I resemble that remark. I will be applying for SS in just a few months. I had to decide between the CTS-V and the ZL1 months ago. I spent a week in a CTS and loved every minute but I choose the ZL1. I do not really care what people think of me or of my mid-life crisis. Most people that know me me know that I am speed oriented, between all of my muscle cars, my S/C Ford F-150 and my F.I. 67 Vette. The Need for Speed is ever present! We are only here for a short time and I want to enjoy every minute of it. I might come back as a frog next time. Enjoy every minute and buy the things that will make you happy. You cannot take them or the money you saved with you. There is a certain amount of joy that comes from spending my kid's inheritance.

[tooslow]

Interior, hands-down the CTS-V. Exterior, hands-down the ZL1. I have never liked the CTS styling, at all! No denying the impressive performance of both cars, however.

[brian-nicola]

Thanks all! I went with the v as the ZL1 was questionable for Canada delivery this year for me and I like to strike when the iron is hot. Yes, the hint is no GF on the side, to quote Johnny Paycheck, she'd get the gold mine and I would get the shaft...Now if I could convince her to trade her ss convert for a ZL1 convert, the circle of life would be complete!

[Unobtainium]

As much as I like the zl1, we need a more family-orientated vehicle. The wife wants the V wagon, I want the 4-door. Whatever we settle on, the interior is amazing. I like my SS, and we are keeping it, but it holds nothing on the caddy in terms of creature comfort. Long trips in it are ok, but after driving a friends V last year, I could not believe the difference. Plus, I like Cadillac's white way better. We are selling the Acura with the nice pearl white paint, so we need another pearl car.

[2012-2SS]

I had the same dillema when I was looking for a car. I test drove the CTS-V and the SS. I loved them both but I just happened to feel more at home in the Camaro. I was going to order a ZL1 but I couldn't wait.

[mcdoogle6969]

CTS-V beats the hell out of the Camaro is the looks department hands down. CTS-V all day baby.

[samhardy2008]

Originally Posted by Gramps69Z

I'm 56 and drive a CTS sedan. Please don't compare a Cadillac to a Chevrolet.

Two totally different animals.






Very well said.

agreed my father inlaw has a cts-v sedan and hes 51...i would drive a cts-v sedan in a heart beat if i could afford it....he calls it his "company car" to take clients out in lol

[samhardy2008]

Originally Posted by Unobtainium

As much as I like the zl1, we need a more family-orientated vehicle. The wife wants the V wagon, I want the 4-door. Whatever we settle on, the interior is amazing. I like my SS, and we are keeping it, but it holds nothing on the caddy in terms of creature comfort. Long trips in it are ok, but after driving a friends V last year, I could not believe the difference. Plus, I like Cadillac's white way better. We are selling the Acura with the nice pearl white paint, so we need another pearl car.

dude i watched a video of the V wagon and that car is just sick....and your wife is friggin awesome for wanting a bad ass car... ...and our camaro's back seat are not intended for people to actually sit in lol the back seat can hold my dog and thats about it as far as living things lol....me my fiance and her brother went to the movies a while back and she sat in the back seat and just hated it lol and shes only 5'5

[toesuf94]

If I did CTS-V - it would be the wagon - only V I would consider.

Otherwise, I would love to have both!