2.3 Magnacharged 2010 SS (600 rwhp) vs stock 2013 ZL1 - Which one would you buy? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

1Willy1 · 07-30-2018, 06:19 PM

Hey guys

I have a chance right now to get into a supper low mileage 2010 SS which is making approx. 600 rwhp or a 2013 stock ZL1.

I will lay out the details here to see what you guys think.

-The 2010 SS is approximately $6000 cheaper then the ZL1

-It has less then half the mileage then the ZL1 (14 000 miles)

-Its making quite a bit more power then the ZL1, approximately 600 rwhp

-lastly its my favorite color

Now onto the ZL1:

-its my LEAST favorite color , but I plan to have it wrapped or plasti dipped

-it obviously is newer

-interior is much nicer from what I heard (assuming that's true?)

-its much more beefed up (suspension , brakes , engine internals etc...)

-Aside from the color it obviously looks much better , body additions and vented hood etc...

Ive had my mind set on getting a ZL1 but the prices are not coming down to where id like , so they are still sort of out of my range at this point.

The SS is lighter and making more power, so id be extremely happy with that , but the boring looks really take the passion away from me, but im sure that can be improved with a z28 spoiler kit and some lowering springs.

I already have a beautiful set of auto coutures to go on either the SS or ZL1

So to sum up my issue, I can get the SS which is going to be faster , its cheaper, lower mileage and is my favorite color

Or I can get the ZL1 which is what ive really wanted, but it is more expensive, less powerful, and my least favorite color , but like I said I could plasti dip or wrap it.

What are your thoughts on this ? I know you guys will be somewhat bias towards the ZL1, and I get that , but please keep in mind some of us are on a budget and I may only have this SS for a year or so before I move up to the ZL1.

Thanks so much in advance

GONMAD510 · 07-31-2018, 09:36 AM

Going with the ZL1 will get you the magnetic ride suspension and a beefier rear end to go with this. The looks of the Zl1 are a lot more aggressive. You can spend a few $ and get a ZL1 to 600 RWHP easily.

Yeah maybe a little biased but you should also factor in what you get with the Zl1 package.

GTRDIABLO · 07-31-2018, 12:39 PM

ZL1 is my vote if you ever want to sell it'll be worth a lot more down the road. I've had to Maggie Camaros and currently looking for ZL1. Your a pulley and a tune away from 600 I would think.

7_ws6ta_9 · 07-31-2018, 08:43 PM

Zl1 all day. Everything about the ZL1 is improved. You will spend a ton more on the SS to even get on the ZL1s chassis level. And it will hold it value better than the SS.

Indyblue98 · 07-31-2018, 09:03 PM

Wait for a ZL1 in the color you like.
The $6000 difference will shrink if you buy the SS .
Better brakes , Suspension , interior the list goes on.
Believe me I know.

DRKS1D3 · 08-01-2018, 05:44 AM

You've already posted this in the "General Discussion" section and didn't get the answer you wanted. Just go and buy the modified SS. It is the car you want, so go cut them a check.

silversleeper · 08-01-2018, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DRKS1D3

You've already posted this in the "General Discussion" section and didn't get the answer you wanted. Just go and buy the modified SS. It is the car you want, so go cut them a check.

jrob56 · 08-01-2018, 12:59 PM

If cross shopping them Id go with the Zl1 in this situation. Better sups, rear, interior, MyLink, etc.

That said if on a budget Im thinking you can buy a 10 SS for a lot less than 6k short of a ZL1. Add your own mods and may come out better.

What are actual asking prices?

1Willy1 · 08-01-2018, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by DRKS1D3

You've already posted this in the "General Discussion" section and didn't get the answer you wanted. Just go and buy the modified SS. It is the car you want, so go cut them a check.

Actually I posted this thread first . Nice try genius

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrob56

If cross shopping them Id go with the Zl1 in this situation. Better sups, rear, interior, MyLink, etc.

That said if on a budget Im thinking you can buy a 10 SS for a lot less than 6k short of a ZL1. Add your own mods and may come out better.

What are actual asking prices?

Yea maybe I didn't explain it properly in the first thread

The average ZL1 is going for about $12 000- $15 000 more then what I can get the SS for.

There was one guy selling his ZL1 for about $8000 more, and I worked him down to $6000 more, so that's when I made the threads.

If it wasn't for the color of the ZL1 I probably would of sent him a deposit already, that's the only thing holding me back at this point

The camaro show · 08-01-2018, 04:24 PM

whats the color of each car

The camaro show · 08-01-2018, 04:26 PM

The SS could be a money pit down the road if it wasnt modded by a decent shop a bad tune could lead to a whole bunch of issues, the zl1 being stock you know it hasn't been messed with

jrob56 · 08-01-2018, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1Willy1

Actually I posted this thread first . Nice try genius

Yea maybe I didn't explain it properly in the first thread

The average ZL1 is going for about $12 000- $15 000 more then what I can get the SS for.

There was one guy selling his ZL1 for about $8000 more, and I worked him down to $6000 more, so that's when I made the threads.

If it wasn't for the color of the ZL1 I probably would of sent him a deposit already, that's the only thing holding me back at this point

These are 2 of the most confusing threads, why haven’t you just listed the price of the cars?

SecondZ28 · 08-01-2018, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrob56

why haven’t you just listed the price of the cars?

DRKS1D3 · 08-02-2018, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1Willy1

Actually I posted this thread first . Nice try genius

Easy, Hercules. We're all just trying to help out here.

As I said in your other thread, get the ZL1 and have it wrapped.

07-30-2018, 06:19 PM	#1
1Willy1 Drives: corvette z06 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: toronto Posts: 97	2.3 Magnacharged 2010 SS (600 rwhp) vs stock 2013 ZL1 - Which one would you buy? Hey guys I have a chance right now to get into a supper low mileage 2010 SS which is making approx. 600 rwhp or a 2013 stock ZL1. I will lay out the details here to see what you guys think. -The 2010 SS is approximately $6000 cheaper then the ZL1 -It has less then half the mileage then the ZL1 (14 000 miles) -Its making quite a bit more power then the ZL1, approximately 600 rwhp -lastly its my favorite color Now onto the ZL1: -its my LEAST favorite color , but I plan to have it wrapped or plasti dipped -it obviously is newer -interior is much nicer from what I heard (assuming that's true?) -its much more beefed up (suspension , brakes , engine internals etc...) -Aside from the color it obviously looks much better , body additions and vented hood etc... Ive had my mind set on getting a ZL1 but the prices are not coming down to where id like , so they are still sort of out of my range at this point. The SS is lighter and making more power, so id be extremely happy with that , but the boring looks really take the passion away from me, but im sure that can be improved with a z28 spoiler kit and some lowering springs. I already have a beautiful set of auto coutures to go on either the SS or ZL1 So to sum up my issue, I can get the SS which is going to be faster , its cheaper, lower mileage and is my favorite color Or I can get the ZL1 which is what ive really wanted, but it is more expensive, less powerful, and my least favorite color , but like I said I could plasti dip or wrap it. What are your thoughts on this ? I know you guys will be somewhat bias towards the ZL1, and I get that , but please keep in mind some of us are on a budget and I may only have this SS for a year or so before I move up to the ZL1. Thanks so much in advance

07-31-2018, 09:36 AM	#2
GONMAD510 Drives: 2013 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: CA Bay Area Posts: 248	Going with the ZL1 will get you the magnetic ride suspension and a beefier rear end to go with this. The looks of the Zl1 are a lot more aggressive. You can spend a few $ and get a ZL1 to 600 RWHP easily. Yeah maybe a little biased but you should also factor in what you get with the Zl1 package. __________________ Fast 850cc Injectors, ATI Balancer, 8.66 Lower Pulley, 2.55 Upper Pulley, Lingenfelter CAI, Kooks LT with cat delete pipes, Noweeds Exhaust Cutouts (extremely loud under full throttle), BTR Stage 3 Cam, BTR Platinum 660 Valve Spring Kit, TR7ix Iridium Spark Plugs, Lingenfelter Solid Isolator, 160 Degree Thermostat, Larger SC Coolant Reservoir with Hose Relocation Kit, BMR 1.25" Lowering Springs, MGW Short Throw Shifter, Racing Brake 2 piece rotors front and rear, Starkweather Performance Custom Dyno Tune on 91 Octane. 691.38 RWHP 630.35 RWTQ

07-31-2018, 09:03 PM	#5
Indyblue98 2012 RS 2ss Drives: 2018 ZL1 2012 2SS WhippleCharged Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kansas Posts: 414	Wait for a ZL1 in the color you like. The $6000 difference will shrink if you buy the SS . Better brakes , Suspension , interior the list goes on. Believe me I know. __________________ 2018 ZL1 A10 and 2012 2SS RS Whipple-Corsa-RotoFab-ZL1 Diff 3.73 Pfadt ZL Stage 3 Suspension+

08-01-2018, 05:44 AM	#6
DRKS1D3 Drives: '17 Corvette Grand Sport M7 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 3,748	You've already posted this in the "General Discussion" section and didn't get the answer you wanted. Just go and buy the modified SS. It is the car you want, so go cut them a check. __________________ MY RIDE: 2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT--TRIPLE BLACK, 7 SPEED MANUAL, VARARAM TCR-7 INTAKE, BORLA CATLESS X-PIPE, CARBON FIBER STAGE 2 AERO, MGW SHORT-THROW SHIFTER SOLD2011 TRIPLE BLACK SS CONVERTIBLE--6 SPEED MANUAL, MANY MODS, 455 RWHP/435 RWTQ DAD'S RIDE: 2012 ZL1 #1866--BLACK, 6 SPEED MANUAL, EXPOSED CF HOOD, POLISHED WHEELS, SUNROOF, ROTO-FAB INTAKE "Silly Americans, taking from the rich and giving to the poor only works in fairy tales. Success is earned here!".

08-01-2018, 12:59 PM	#8
jrob56 Drives: 14 Silverado LTZ 4wd 5.3 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 143	If cross shopping them Id go with the Zl1 in this situation. Better sups, rear, interior, MyLink, etc. That said if on a budget Im thinking you can buy a 10 SS for a lot less than 6k short of a ZL1. Add your own mods and may come out better. What are actual asking prices? __________________ 2014 Silverado LTZ 5.3 Sold: 95 Taurus SE 00 Z28 A4 06 TBSS 06 GTO M6 02 F150 01 B4C A4 05 GTO M6 02 Z28 M6

07-31-2018, 12:39 PM	#3
GTRDIABLO Drives: Black with silver stripes and 22s Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Bonnyville Alberta Posts: 116 View My Garage	ZL1 is my vote if you ever want to sell it'll be worth a lot more down the road. I've had to Maggie Camaros and currently looking for ZL1. Your a pulley and a tune away from 600 I would think.

07-31-2018, 08:43 PM	#4
7_ws6ta_9 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: MI Posts: 16	Zl1 all day. Everything about the ZL1 is improved. You will spend a ton more on the SS to even get on the ZL1s chassis level. And it will hold it value better than the SS.

08-01-2018, 04:24 PM	#10
The camaro show Drives: 2015 camaro 2lt Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Northern West Virginia Posts: 925	whats the color of each car __________________ Cosmetic mods: SS hood with painted vent, SS bumper, acs 1le front lip black, big worm gfx tinted all lights, solar wing v2, Camaro seat belt pads and oracle color shift halos and fog light halos and rear colorshift bow tie, carbon creations carbon fiber stingray z spoiler Wheels: lexani r-3 bg finish 19x8.5 Performance: cold air inductions intake, mrt v1, jacfab ported intake manifold, intake manifold spacer, overkill tuned on E85.

08-01-2018, 04:26 PM	#11
The camaro show Drives: 2015 camaro 2lt Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Northern West Virginia Posts: 925	The SS could be a money pit down the road if it wasnt modded by a decent shop a bad tune could lead to a whole bunch of issues, the zl1 being stock you know it hasn't been messed with __________________ Cosmetic mods: SS hood with painted vent, SS bumper, acs 1le front lip black, big worm gfx tinted all lights, solar wing v2, Camaro seat belt pads and oracle color shift halos and fog light halos and rear colorshift bow tie, carbon creations carbon fiber stingray z spoiler Wheels: lexani r-3 bg finish 19x8.5 Performance: cold air inductions intake, mrt v1, jacfab ported intake manifold, intake manifold spacer, overkill tuned on E85.