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Rock-It Man · 03-13-2020, 03:44 PM

I don't think the engine is the weak link in Camaros, although I wouldn't buy an L99 that didn't have the AFM lifters replaced per the TSB.

What I would stay away from is:

Cars with non-OEM radios
Cars with non-OEM light fixture and/or LED bulbs
Cars with headers
Cars with mufflers removed

And of course cars with "stories" like only one key fob or a salvage title.

lemontwist · 03-14-2020, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

I don't think the engine is the weak link in Camaros, although I wouldn't buy an L99 that didn't have the AFM lifters replaced per the TSB.

What I would stay away from is:

Cars with non-OEM radios
Cars with non-OEM light fixture and/or LED bulbs
Cars with headers
Cars with mufflers removed

And of course cars with "stories" like only one key fob or a salvage title.

my 2 cents.....
done right aftermarket radio is a + (1 of the best things i did to my car)
again LED bulbs are also a +(my reverse lights/tag/DRL,FOG lights way better)
80k car shouldn't be more than $13k on the high side. i got mine with 18k miles for 19500.
use autotempest or car fax car search engine

Rock-It Man · 03-14-2020, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by lemontwist

my 2 cents.....
done right aftermarket radio is a + (1 of the best things i did to my car)
again LED bulbs are also a +(my reverse lights/tag/DRL,FOG lights way better)
80k car shouldn't be more than $13k on the high side. i got mine with 18k miles for 19500.
use autotempest or car fax car search engine

Done right by you or competent installer...that's the key. But warning signs when buying a used car.

1JEWLDSSRS · 03-16-2020, 02:53 PM

Here are the pics of my friends 2013 SS with 10k on it, garage kept.
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PM me if you are interested and need more info..

ariZona28 · 03-16-2020, 04:05 PM

Love that patriotic theme!!!

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 03-16-2020, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 1JEWLDSSRS

Here are the pics of my friends 2013 SS with 10k on it, garage kept.

Man that is a really nice looking well done car.

Valkyrie14 · 03-16-2020, 05:52 PM

I just bought one with 70,000 miles on it. No issues...yet. I like working on cars so I was not afraid of some miles. As many have mentioned above the Chevy 6.2 is a great engine (I also had a ‘17 Silverado with the 6.2). Plenty of parts available, upgrades and knowledgeable people that will help. Plus plenty of YouTube videos on the gen5 covering most everything I have searched for so far.

1JEWLDSSRS · 03-17-2020, 11:41 AM

Thanks guys!! Yea he takes really great care of this Camaro, she goes out on the weekends, when it's nice and always gets detailed after. It is an M6 car with NO performance mods done except for the CAI. It is all stock and original... Gorgeous car in person..

mikeman · 03-17-2020, 11:51 AM

That white Camaro is a beauty.

1JEWLDSSRS · 03-17-2020, 12:39 PM

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That white Camaro is a beauty.

Thanks, and it IS for sale..!!!

MSgt O · 10-14-2021, 08:06 AM

Something about the Summit White ones....That car is pristine!

1JEWLDSSRS · 11-04-2021, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaronewbie20

I am looking at buying a Camaro SS but mileage is above 80K. Since I am new to the Camaro scene do these engines hold up once they hit 100k or am I looking at dumping a bunch of money into it.

Thanks

Here ya go newbie, ya better jump on this one!!!

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=596554

03-13-2020, 03:44 PM	#15
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,027 View My Garage	I don't think the engine is the weak link in Camaros, although I wouldn't buy an L99 that didn't have the AFM lifters replaced per the TSB. What I would stay away from is: Cars with non-OEM radios Cars with non-OEM light fixture and/or LED bulbs Cars with headers Cars with mufflers removed And of course cars with "stories" like only one key fob or a salvage title.

03-16-2020, 02:53 PM	#18
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,402	Here are the pics of my friends 2013 SS with 10k on it, garage kept. PM me if you are interested and need more info.. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

03-16-2020, 05:52 PM	#21
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 962	I just bought one with 70,000 miles on it. No issues...yet. I like working on cars so I was not afraid of some miles. As many have mentioned above the Chevy 6.2 is a great engine (I also had a ‘17 Silverado with the 6.2). Plenty of parts available, upgrades and knowledgeable people that will help. Plus plenty of YouTube videos on the gen5 covering most everything I have searched for so far. __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, 10% Super Damper, 2.55 upper, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can, E85 corn fed, 160 Thermostat, Monster Twin Disk, MGW Short Throw shifter, Tick Clutch Master Cylinder, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.

03-17-2020, 11:41 AM	#22
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,402	Thanks guys!! Yea he takes really great care of this Camaro, she goes out on the weekends, when it's nice and always gets detailed after. It is an M6 car with NO performance mods done except for the CAI. It is all stock and original... Gorgeous car in person.. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

03-16-2020, 04:05 PM	#19
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,223	Love that patriotic theme!!!

03-17-2020, 11:51 AM	#23
mikeman Banned Drives: 2015 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: My Garage Posts: 1,125	That white Camaro is a beauty.

10-14-2021, 08:06 AM	#25
MSgt O Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Vert LS3/M6 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Cheboygan, Michigan Posts: 658	Something about the Summit White ones....That car is pristine!