Consider LT1 over SS?? - Page 4

Darth Guinness · 01-04-2023, 04:10 AM

I purchased an LT1 over an SS because I could build it exactly the way I wanted for the same price as a base SS. Plus I qualified for better financing programs with the LT1. Everything I wanted (except heated seats) and nothing I didn’t need. Kind of like building a PC vs buying one off the shelf.

I couldn’t be happier with my decision.

iupui1299 · 01-04-2023, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Darth Guinness

I purchased an LT1 over an SS because I could build it exactly the way I wanted for the same price as a base SS. Plus I qualified for better financing programs with the LT1. Everything I wanted (except heated seats) and nothing I didn’t need. Kind of like building a PC vs buying one off the shelf.

I couldn’t be happier with my decision.

Great looking car!

Bosse'sBoss · 01-04-2023, 05:21 AM

If you where looking for a SS1LE it means that handling is important to you , the next logical choice if you don't get one is a SS that still has very good handling, but not an LT1 with narrower tires and less braking power.

Darth Guinness · 01-04-2023, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by iupui1299

Great looking car!

Thank you!

donniedarko · 01-07-2023, 11:27 PM

I had a 16’ 1SS and now LT1 with RS and tech package. A8 vs A10. Better brakes, Better tech, and has reverse cam. I cant compare the two. Also LT1 with deal I got made the SS and ripoff. I sort of prefer the LT1 front end. I only liek the SS front end on ZL1. Enjoy your car and drive safe.

iupui1299 · 01-08-2023, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by donniedarko

I had a 16’ 1SS and now LT1 with RS and tech package. A8 vs A10. Better brakes, Better tech, and has reverse cam. I cant compare the two. Also LT1 with deal I got made the SS and ripoff. I sort of prefer the LT1 front end. I only liek the SS front end on ZL1. Enjoy your car and drive safe.

LT1 front end has grown on me a lot.

2SS Capt · 01-08-2023, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by iupui1299

LT1 front end has grown on me a lot.

For me, I don't like the LT1 front end, prefer the SS front end (and really prefer the ZL1 front end)...

WiggyB · 01-08-2023, 12:58 PM

I had built out an LT1 and was 3 weeks away from delivery but I was settling for that since that was all the dealer had an allocation. Was only searching one night and found what I really wanted a 2ss1le. If you are thinking about settling don't you'll think about it every time you look at your car.

LT1ornothing · 01-09-2023, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by WiggyB

I had built out an LT1 and was 3 weeks away from delivery but I was settling for that since that was all the dealer had an allocation. Was only searching one night and found what I really wanted a 2ss1le. If you are thinking about settling don't you'll think about it every time you look at your car.

Simply not true, I 'settled" for a LT1 when I really wanted a 1LE. I never look at my LT1 wishing it was a 1LE. I am very happy with my LT1.

302crossram · 01-09-2023, 09:21 AM

LT1 is a great trim level if low/ no optioned.

The rear calipers alone are a deal killer for me.

Casper the friendly G · 01-12-2023, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by iupui1299

Hey everyone! I know this is a topic that has been beat to death several times. I’ve searched and read through several of those threads. I have a 2SS 1LE Camaro on order. Stuck at 1100 so who knows when that will move forward. I was at the dealer the other day looking at what was on their lot. They had several LT1s. I had never really paid much attention to the LT1 or even considered one. I was surprised by how I actually felt about the looks of it in person. In pictures I was never too sure but seeing one on the showroom floor I was pleasantly surprised. So I started to look into them and stumbled upon one that caught my eye at a dealer not too far from me. They are asking $40k which is about $13,000 less than the 2SS. I qualify for GMS fyi. This particular LT1 is pretty loaded for that type of model. It also has just over 1,000 miles and is a certified pre owned (not even sure what that means lol). I keep going back and forth. I really like the looks of this LT1. The redline package and the white and black really go well together. I think my biggest hang ups are it doesn’t have heated or cooled seats. I love heated seats and can see that being something I might miss. It also is an automatic and I was really wanting a manual this time around. I will never race the car. Probably never even do a burnout. Just in that season in life where looks of a car, sound of exhaust and acceleration up to the speed limit are really what does it for me. I keep going back and forth. The price difference sure seems substantial and I think I can get them down lower in the car. I was going to offer $38 and go from there. Anyone out there plan on getting an SS but went with an LT1 instead? I would be curious if your thoughts on your decision. I have pic of window sticker below.

LT1 grill is just butt ugly. Get the SS.

92c4m6 · 01-12-2023, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Casper the friendly G

LT1 grill is just butt ugly. Get the SS.

That sort of seems like an opinion

SSEssence · 01-12-2023, 04:23 PM

I actually came to like the LT1 grill, but the no Brembo rear calipers or even the option to upgrade later was the deal killer for me. For track duty, the missing coolers and rear brakes are a buzz kill. For a drag strip racer, it would be perfect to build.

Carzzy · 01-13-2023, 08:23 PM

I have been in the OP's position more than once. You have something specifically in mind but get anxious when you are waiting on an order and settle for something different. I found when I do that, I always regret it! Big difference in a 2SS 1LE manual and an Automatic LT1. Check the Chevrolet Website for In transit Camaros and you may just find your 1SS or 2SS 1LE available for sale. That is how I found my '21 Blazer and '23 ZL1 manual Convertible!

01-04-2023, 04:10 AM	#43
Darth Guinness Drives: 2017 Nightfall Grey Metallic RS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: High Springs, FL Posts: 61	I purchased an LT1 over an SS because I could build it exactly the way I wanted for the same price as a base SS. Plus I qualified for better financing programs with the LT1. Everything I wanted (except heated seats) and nothing I didn’t need. Kind of like building a PC vs buying one off the shelf. I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Attached Images

01-04-2023, 05:21 AM	#45
Bosse'sBoss Drives: '16 Camaro SS 6 spd manual transm. Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: RGV Texas Posts: 1,463	If you where looking for a SS1LE it means that handling is important to you , the next logical choice if you don't get one is a SS that still has very good handling, but not an LT1 with narrower tires and less braking power. __________________ '16 Camaro SS Prior cars: '14 Corvette C7 Stingray Z51 '14 Camaro ZL1 w/. Recaro seats '11 Mustang GT 5.0 w. track package '02 Porsche 911 Carrera '05 Infiniti G35 coupe sport

01-08-2023, 12:58 PM	#50
WiggyB Drives: 2022 Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: NC Posts: 280	I had built out an LT1 and was 3 weeks away from delivery but I was settling for that since that was all the dealer had an allocation. Was only searching one night and found what I really wanted a 2ss1le. If you are thinking about settling don't you'll think about it every time you look at your car. __________________ p1sc1 factory box w/ stage 2 intercooler, Lt4 fueling, JMS BAP, lt2 intake, kooks 1/78 longtube headers w/ h/f cats, alky meth kit, thpsi port injection

01-12-2023, 04:23 PM	#55
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,810 View My Garage	I actually came to like the LT1 grill, but the no Brembo rear calipers or even the option to upgrade later was the deal killer for me. For track duty, the missing coolers and rear brakes are a buzz kill. For a drag strip racer, it would be perfect to build. __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

01-13-2023, 08:23 PM	#56
Carzzy Drives: '24 Camaro 2SS Conv. & '21Blazer Join Date: May 2011 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 519 View My Garage	I have been in the OP's position more than once. You have something specifically in mind but get anxious when you are waiting on an order and settle for something different. I found when I do that, I always regret it! Big difference in a 2SS 1LE manual and an Automatic LT1. Check the Chevrolet Website for In transit Camaros and you may just find your 1SS or 2SS 1LE available for sale. That is how I found my '21 Blazer and '23 ZL1 manual Convertible! __________________ '24 Camaro 2SS 6M Convertible

01-07-2023, 11:27 PM	#47
donniedarko Drives: 2021 LT1 A10 RS Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 105	I had a 16’ 1SS and now LT1 with RS and tech package. A8 vs A10. Better brakes, Better tech, and has reverse cam. I cant compare the two. Also LT1 with deal I got made the SS and ripoff. I sort of prefer the LT1 front end. I only liek the SS front end on ZL1. Enjoy your car and drive safe.

01-09-2023, 09:21 AM	#52
302crossram Drives: 2023 Sharkskin 2SS Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: NWFL Posts: 758	LT1 is a great trim level if low/ no optioned. The rear calipers alone are a deal killer for me.

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