Is the ZL1 really going to be worth it? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

DWatkins15 · 12-28-2011, 09:00 PM

Do you think that the next gen camaro, allegedlly to be released MY 2016, will be able to compare to the ZL1? Would it be worth waiting until then to see what Chevy comes up with, or is the ZL1 as good as its going to get?

coolman · 12-28-2011, 09:02 PM

HELL YES!!!!!

I might be dead by the next one.

htp autoworks · 12-28-2011, 09:10 PM

You cant sit here and speculate what MIGHT come out in 4 years. I can promise you one thing, the insurance companies and government will start cracking down on these cars and we will not see the horsepower continue to increase. They did it before and they will do it again. If you think the ZL-1 is a good buy then get it. Why sit around and wait 4 years of your life hoping something better will come out???

TLSTWIN · 12-28-2011, 09:12 PM

If you wait for the 6th gen, why not wait for the 7th gen, by then you might as well wait for the 8th gen it will probably be hovering or flying

Seriously..... the ZL1 is awesome, will it be the biggest & baddest camaro ever to come.... who knows, it all depends on how much government intrusion the US citizens allow to happen in our lives..... the more restrictions the government puts on the auto manufactures the less likely there will be a progression of powerful cars.

There will ALWAYS be improvements to cars, but just possibly not power.... Just look at the changes/improvements that have happened to the 5th Gen since it came out 2.5 yrs ago (back up sensors, then cameras; magnetic ride suspension; H.U.D.; stronger driveline parts; stronger motors in the V6;etc)

Hopefully you are ready for it, but your life could be over in the next moment.... we never know...

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-28-2011, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by DWatkins15

Do you think that the next gen camaro, allegedlly to be released MY 2016, will be able to compare to the ZL1? Would it be worth waiting until then to see what Chevy comes up with, or is the ZL1 as good as its going to get?

Yes.

It's very likely they'll produce a better performing Camaro in the 6th generation. But 4 years is a LOOOONG time to wait. Only to have that model continually improve until what...2020? 2025? When does it end?

The ZL1 is punching into super car territory right NOW...for a Camaro price. It's absolutely worth it!!!

Besides...if you're the kind of person who likes to upgrade often...consider that you're sitting on 30-35k in vehicular assets by the time the new generation comes out...perfect for a healthy trade in!

Harley1 · 12-28-2011, 09:28 PM

I feel that they are worth it. Its a phenominal car!

avcbm · 12-28-2011, 09:35 PM

Oh Yea, without a doubt, and if it's not... just trade up to the 6th Gen....

MR 45TH · 12-28-2011, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

The ZL1 is punching into super car territory right NOW...for a Camaro price. It's absolutely worth it!!!

This right here!!! I think it's gonna be better than any of us are expecting!

Oneslowz28 · 12-28-2011, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by coolman

HELL YES!!!!!

I might be dead by the next one.

REVENGE · 12-28-2011, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DWatkins15

Do you think that the next gen camaro, allegedlly to be released MY 2016, will be able to compare to the ZL1? Would it be worth waiting until then to see what Chevy comes up with, or is the ZL1 as good as its going to get?

Even if the 2016 is a lot better than the current ZL1 what about the 2020+ ZL1? Cars will continue to get better. You will be waiting forever because there will always be a better car.

hognutz · 12-28-2011, 11:49 PM

since the world is ending in 2012 the correct answer is yes.

Max536 · 12-28-2011, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by hognutz

since the world is ending in 2012 the correct answer is yes.

hairtrigger · 12-29-2011, 12:31 AM

Wondering how many of you have experienced a 580HP car. Yes it is worth it.

eolson · 12-29-2011, 04:01 AM

The Nurburgring lap time says it all. For an American Muscle car coupe at this curb weight, it doesn't get any better than this. No way. The next gen would have to alter the chassis and design to go smaller and lighter to improve on this IMO. Sure they can up the power a bit, but that's going to alter the cars over all performance balance and harmony. The Nurburgring video clearly demonstrate that the power, handling and braking of this car is right on the money IMO.

I had my car up to 575 HP(507rwhp) and since I have done a good deal of weight loss as well as my power, handling and brake mods, my car handles extremely well at 3460lbs or so, but the power was too much, because no matter what, my car was not engineered and tested to have the 3 factors in harmony. The ZL1 obviously does. I'm hoping the 2013 GT500 also has stripped down and redesigned it's balance. We will see. Erik

12-28-2011, 09:00 PM	#1
DWatkins15 Drives: 2011 Camaro RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NC Posts: 40	Is the ZL1 really going to be worth it? Do you think that the next gen camaro, allegedlly to be released MY 2016, will be able to compare to the ZL1? Would it be worth waiting until then to see what Chevy comes up with, or is the ZL1 as good as its going to get?

12-28-2011, 09:12 PM	#4
TLSTWIN Romans10:9-13 Drives: /\yes, this is me/\ Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Vermilion, Ohio Posts: 4,435	If you wait for the 6th gen, why not wait for the 7th gen, by then you might as well wait for the 8th gen it will probably be hovering or flying Seriously..... the ZL1 is awesome, will it be the biggest & baddest camaro ever to come.... who knows, it all depends on how much government intrusion the US citizens allow to happen in our lives..... the more restrictions the government puts on the auto manufactures the less likely there will be a progression of powerful cars. There will ALWAYS be improvements to cars, but just possibly not power.... Just look at the changes/improvements that have happened to the 5th Gen since it came out 2.5 yrs ago (back up sensors, then cameras; magnetic ride suspension; H.U.D.; stronger driveline parts; stronger motors in the V6;etc) Hopefully you are ready for it, but your life could be over in the next moment.... we never know... __________________

12-28-2011, 09:35 PM	#7
avcbm Drives: Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Jacksonville (area), FL Posts: 268	Oh Yea, without a doubt, and if it's not... just trade up to the 6th Gen.... __________________ 2012 Camaro ZL1 2010 Camaro SS (Sold)

12-28-2011, 11:49 PM	#11
hognutz Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: tangent or Posts: 2,984	since the world is ending in 2012 the correct answer is yes. __________________ shopping for 2017+1le or zl1 2009 CTS-V -sold 2015 Hellcat-sold 2013 ZL1 -sold 2007 Z06- sold 2014 Chrysler 300 2011 Duramax 8" lift, deleted tuned

12-29-2011, 12:31 AM	#13
hairtrigger Drives: 69 Chevelle SS396 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: West Posts: 700	Wondering how many of you have experienced a 580HP car. Yes it is worth it. __________________

12-28-2011, 09:02 PM	#2
coolman Guest Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: PA Posts: 4,812	HELL YES!!!!! I might be dead by the next one.

12-28-2011, 09:10 PM	#3
htp autoworks Account Suspended Drives: 2007 Jeep SRT-8 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 507	You cant sit here and speculate what MIGHT come out in 4 years. I can promise you one thing, the insurance companies and government will start cracking down on these cars and we will not see the horsepower continue to increase. They did it before and they will do it again. If you think the ZL-1 is a good buy then get it. Why sit around and wait 4 years of your life hoping something better will come out???

12-28-2011, 09:28 PM	#6
Harley1 Drives: Ahh....DCB F29 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: SoCal & LHC.... Posts: 519	I feel that they are worth it. Its a phenominal car!

12-29-2011, 04:01 AM	#14
eolson eolson Drives: 2006 premium Package Mustang GT cou Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Northville, MI Posts: 249	The Nurburgring lap time says it all. For an American Muscle car coupe at this curb weight, it doesn't get any better than this. No way. The next gen would have to alter the chassis and design to go smaller and lighter to improve on this IMO. Sure they can up the power a bit, but that's going to alter the cars over all performance balance and harmony. The Nurburgring video clearly demonstrate that the power, handling and braking of this car is right on the money IMO. I had my car up to 575 HP(507rwhp) and since I have done a good deal of weight loss as well as my power, handling and brake mods, my car handles extremely well at 3460lbs or so, but the power was too much, because no matter what, my car was not engineered and tested to have the 3 factors in harmony. The ZL1 obviously does. I'm hoping the 2013 GT500 also has stripped down and redesigned it's balance. We will see. Erik __________________ 2006 Prem Pkg Mustang GT coupe. Saleen SC,10psi, 454rwhp,442rwtq, Complete Steeda/H&R, suspension change out, with weight loss, Techco Watts link, Stoptech big brakes, Race clutch, Alum. flywheel, Alum 1 pc driveshaft, 9x18,10x18 chrome bullit wheels, 285/40/18,255/45/18 nitto 555 tires. 3545 lbs currently. New car scent air freshener.

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