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markmsf3 · 12-05-2016, 06:38 PM

Hey guys, I'm new so don't beat me up too bad. I'm currently driving a G8 GT and love the car, but I guess I'm going through my mid-life crisis and I'm looking at a Gen5 ZL1 that's on a local lot. The car is orange with 7500 miles on it. It's totally stock and looks and smells brand new. A guy traded it in for a new Z06. I'm in love with the car, but they're asking 39k for it and wont come off of it. They said they were in to it for 38,500. I'm seriously considering it, but I know that with the new ones coming out, the prices for gen5's are coming down. Are these really that much fun and worth it?

SrtWtF · 12-05-2016, 06:55 PM

That's waaay overpriced..... atleast for here in South FL.

MoesZL1 · 12-05-2016, 07:36 PM

I just picked up a 13 ZL1 for 34k, orig price was 42k but after 5 months on the lot I got a deal.

DeSH · 12-05-2016, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by markmsf3

Hey guys, I'm new so don't beat me up too bad. I'm currently driving a G8 GT and love the car, but I guess I'm going through my mid-life crisis and I'm looking at a Gen5 ZL1 that's on a local lot. The car is orange with 7500 miles on it. It's totally stock and looks and smells brand new. A guy traded it in for a new Z06. I'm in love with the car, but they're asking 39k for it and wont come off of it. They said they were in to it for 38,500. I'm seriously considering it, but I know that with the new ones coming out, the prices for gen5's are coming down. Are these really that much fun and worth it?

Does it have all the options you're looking for? If it's in great shape, and you're happy with it, I don't think it's a bad deal. The alternative is that if it isn't there next week, then you could be kicking yourself.

A one owner Gen5 ZL1 in great condition with 7,500 miles is worth $39K. This was likely a $60K plus car 7,500 easy and well cared for miles ago. The problem is that many owners are dumping the cars at a loss for the next best thing. That and the hype over the Gen6 ZL1 drives the market down. Good for buyers, bad for sellers... And yes, it is worth it.

What area of MS are your from?

Z/28Dan · 12-05-2016, 07:53 PM

Short answer is yes, 39K for a ZL1 with under 7.5K miles is about right, where I live.

However, you left out a lot of details...Year, options, tranny, etc.

IOM is a rare color in ZL1's so you found something unique at least.

It's hard to resist the siren song of that first drive in a ZL1. You will lose all common sense after a test drive, so buyer beware. It will make you do things that other cars can't...

Good luck and post pics when you own it.

And don't worry too much about the price you get it for if you're planning to keep it for a while.

AJensen383 · 12-05-2016, 09:48 PM

Ive been searching for months for a ZL1, and finally bought one a few week ago...One thing ive learned is that pricing for these things is all over the place... The price seems about average to me, maybe a touch high but i dont think i would consider it overpaying at 39k....I just bought my 2014 for $100 under what they gave the previous owner for trade in on it...Luckily i was able to find the original ower and asked what they gave him on trade, and surprisingly the dealership wasnt lying about it..They came down to what i wanted to pay since didnt want to sit on it over the winter.

Oh ya.... and YES these cars ARE that much fun and worth it..

markmsf3 · 12-05-2016, 09:53 PM

Thanks guys. I live in Hattiesburg. I think the car has every option except recaro seats with a sunroof and automatic trans. It's a 1 owner, non smoker, no wrecks, and adult owned. It's honestly just like new.

BossRS4 · 12-05-2016, 10:28 PM

I used to own a G8 GT too! I miss that car so much, one of the best cars for the money and will always be one of my favorites.

But I came from a Mustang GT and the ZL1 is more than worth it, I paid 37.2k w/ 5050 miles on it. I have absolutely 0 regrets and would do it again. This car has more than surpassed my expectations and is an absolute blast to drive. I have never owned a car this like before. Get them down on price and buy it! Good luck.

And whenever a dealer says they are in it for a certain amount its absolute BS. They dont want that car sitting on their lot any longer, put an offer in and see what they can do.

Candr3535 · 12-05-2016, 11:07 PM

What year is it. Sounds awesome. And yes they are that great. I love my Z

STUNNAH · 12-05-2016, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Candr3535

What year is it. Sounds awesome. And yes they are that great. I love my Z

This is my question as well...You may have ran into a deal you can't refuse...The year model will help greatly...What section of MS are you in???

zeeb · 12-06-2016, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SrtWtF

That's waaay overpriced..... atleast for here in South FL.

How is this waasy over priced???? The OP gave no information on options and he didn't even tell us the year!

39k. Could be right inline depending on yr, options and condition

PJMZL1 · 12-06-2016, 04:43 AM

I also had an 09 G8 GT with minor mods. Loved the car but you won't even remember you had it once you get a Z.

DrkPhx · 12-06-2016, 08:45 AM

I recommend test driving the car, BUT be warned if you do you will probably buy it. Speaking of buying, that's not a bad price for an ultra low mile, unmolested car. If you want it; buy it. And yes, it's worth it.

BossRS4 · 12-06-2016, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by DrkPhx

I recommend test driving the car, BUT be warned if you do you will probably buy it. Speaking of buying, that's not a bad price for an ultra low mile, unmolested car. If you want it; buy it. And yes, it's worth it.

Once I test drove a 14' vert I knew that it was the car for me, before I got my 13'. You have been warned OP!

12-05-2016, 06:38 PM	#1
markmsf3 Drives: G8 GT Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mississippi Posts: 16	Is it worth it? Hey guys, I'm new so don't beat me up too bad. I'm currently driving a G8 GT and love the car, but I guess I'm going through my mid-life crisis and I'm looking at a Gen5 ZL1 that's on a local lot. The car is orange with 7500 miles on it. It's totally stock and looks and smells brand new. A guy traded it in for a new Z06. I'm in love with the car, but they're asking 39k for it and wont come off of it. They said they were in to it for 38,500. I'm seriously considering it, but I know that with the new ones coming out, the prices for gen5's are coming down. Are these really that much fun and worth it?

12-05-2016, 07:53 PM	#5
Z/28Dan Drives: 2013 HWSE Indy Festial #26 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 2,670 View My Garage	Short answer is yes, 39K for a ZL1 with under 7.5K miles is about right, where I live. However, you left out a lot of details...Year, options, tranny, etc. IOM is a rare color in ZL1's so you found something unique at least. It's hard to resist the siren song of that first drive in a ZL1. You will lose all common sense after a test drive, so buyer beware. It will make you do things that other cars can't... Good luck and post pics when you own it. And don't worry too much about the price you get it for if you're planning to keep it for a while. __________________ There are only so many days in your lifetime. So get out and drive your Camaro... Dan

12-05-2016, 10:28 PM	#8
BossRS4 Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 228	I used to own a G8 GT too! I miss that car so much, one of the best cars for the money and will always be one of my favorites. But I came from a Mustang GT and the ZL1 is more than worth it, I paid 37.2k w/ 5050 miles on it. I have absolutely 0 regrets and would do it again. This car has more than surpassed my expectations and is an absolute blast to drive. I have never owned a car this like before. Get them down on price and buy it! Good luck. And whenever a dealer says they are in it for a certain amount its absolute BS. They dont want that car sitting on their lot any longer, put an offer in and see what they can do. __________________ 2013 Yellow Camaro ZL1 Purchased: (9/24/16) 5% Tint All Around 45% Tint on Windshield Roto-Fab Cold Air Intake Oracle Afterburner Tail Lights Oracle LED Sidemarkers RDP Tune TSP Long Tube Headers Forza Componenti 3-Way Exhaust Controller ZL1 Addons Wicker Bill

12-05-2016, 11:07 PM	#9
Candr3535 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Triple Black Vert M6 #5591 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Galloway,NJ Posts: 747 View My Garage	What year is it. Sounds awesome. And yes they are that great. I love my Z __________________ 695 RWHP / 660 RWTQ @ 13.5 PSI Dyna-Tech Headers Ceramic Coated w/Super Flo Cats, JRE Custom Rough Idle Racing Cam Package and 125 RWHP Pulley Kit w/ 28% pulley, Custom Tune by Ted, ID850 injectors, JMS Fuel Booster, NGK Plugs, MSD Plug Wires, Roto-Fab CAI, Roto-Fab Big Gulp, Elite Catch Can, Mild to Wild, 90mm VMaxx Ported Throttle Body, Skip Shift Elim., D3 Coolant Resevoir, Separated Clutch Resevoir, and Fuzzy Red Dice..

12-06-2016, 04:43 AM	#12
PJMZL1 Drives: 2015 ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Alberta Posts: 274	I also had an 09 G8 GT with minor mods. Loved the car but you won't even remember you had it once you get a Z. __________________ 2015 ZL1 M6

12-05-2016, 06:55 PM	#2
SrtWtF Drives: Nsrt & Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Miami Posts: 294	That's waaay overpriced..... atleast for here in South FL.

12-05-2016, 07:36 PM	#3
MoesZL1 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Beaverton OR Posts: 10	I just picked up a 13 ZL1 for 34k, orig price was 42k but after 5 months on the lot I got a deal.

12-05-2016, 09:48 PM	#6
AJensen383 Drives: 2014-ZL1-M6-CRT, 68 camaro SS 496 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: N.E. Pennsylvania Posts: 262	Ive been searching for months for a ZL1, and finally bought one a few week ago...One thing ive learned is that pricing for these things is all over the place... The price seems about average to me, maybe a touch high but i dont think i would consider it overpaying at 39k....I just bought my 2014 for $100 under what they gave the previous owner for trade in on it...Luckily i was able to find the original ower and asked what they gave him on trade, and surprisingly the dealership wasnt lying about it..They came down to what i wanted to pay since didnt want to sit on it over the winter. Oh ya.... and YES these cars ARE that much fun and worth it..

12-05-2016, 09:53 PM	#7
markmsf3 Drives: G8 GT Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mississippi Posts: 16	Thanks guys. I live in Hattiesburg. I think the car has every option except recaro seats with a sunroof and automatic trans. It's a 1 owner, non smoker, no wrecks, and adult owned. It's honestly just like new.

12-06-2016, 08:45 AM	#13
DrkPhx Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 / 2006 TB SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: MN Posts: 2,250	I recommend test driving the car, BUT be warned if you do you will probably buy it. Speaking of buying, that's not a bad price for an ultra low mile, unmolested car. If you want it; buy it. And yes, it's worth it.