Opinion On ZL1 Front Bumper Conversion On SS - Page 3

SPARTAN sui · 04-23-2019, 12:27 PM

Upbadging is a car guy sin, but swapping front ends isn't a big deal.

Most people won't know the difference between a ZL1 and a SS to begin with. The people that know the difference will call BS if you're putting the badges on as well. If you're retaining your SS badges, the people that can tell the difference will probably appreciate the modifications done to your car. Most people won't notice the difference to begin with anyways. IMO, the ZL1 front end is sweet. If you're doing the OEM front end, you will need to change the fenders and hood as well. There's an aftermarket front end that fits the SS without changing the other parts.

ElwoodBlues · 04-23-2019, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SPARTAN sui

Upbadging is a car guy sin, but swapping front ends isn't a big deal.

Just keep your SS badge on the back and it'll look bad ass!

mstgeer · 04-23-2019, 06:05 PM

One currently for sale in Cary, NC
https://www.mercedesbenzcary.com/use...FH1R77H0162625

metros11 · 04-23-2019, 07:18 PM

I think this is a matter of personal preference. I like the SS front better than the ZL1.

kropscamaro16 · 04-24-2019, 12:58 AM

Yea not a fan

My First Camaro! · 06-07-2019, 12:28 AM

As long as you keep the SS badges your not posing.

No one calls "ZL1 poser" when they Whipple it.

No one calls "1LE poser" when they throw on 1LE wheels.

intellectual honestly.

mrgoodbytes · 06-07-2019, 04:25 AM

I really don't get why someone would be butt hurt by this. Posing... Maybe ZL1 owners who thinks that would make their car less special. If you want to do it, do it.

I would just keep photo documentation before, during and after the bumper replacement, if you want to sell the car. That could scare some potential buyers off as it might indicate the car could have had a front collision. Also keep the stock bumper. You can even switch it back to stock before selling it.

SH4GGY · 06-08-2019, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by hotlap

I just saw this posted in the Blue Velvet section yesterday.

New guy here. What is this Blue Velvet section of which you speak?

I like the ZL1 bumper on the SS, BTW.

Airfuel · 06-08-2019, 11:27 AM

Reminds me of the Shelby badges on the automatic V6 mustang I pulled up to the other day. Still shaking my head.

thefirstcause · 06-08-2019, 09:26 PM

Exterior visual upgrades, bumper, body kit, all that, is perfectly fine. It is a classic car culture thing to do. Upbadging, trying to pass it off as a real ZL1 is the only thing that puts you into liar/poser/fool territory.

I think the ZL1 front end looks great, especially with the 1LE lower grille. It get the IKON version if I wasn't interested in other upgrades/mods first.

redone000 · 06-08-2019, 11:38 PM

Do It. Without the ZL1 badges your not posing.

396ssrat · 06-09-2019, 01:35 AM

I have a '66 Chevelle SS396 car. There are thousands of Clones out in the public. The VIN# is a giveaway on those old cars. Point is build your car any way YOU want it. It's your money!!
Some purists cry even about sticky tires on a new car. After all, they didn't come stock on the car. Do whatever you choose!

Tyestick · 06-09-2019, 02:06 AM

Like others have stated, it’s your car...
You’re free to modify it however you please.
If you follow through with it, post some pictures!

Thenightboyz_SS · 02-13-2020, 12:47 PM

who makes this bumper?

04-23-2019, 12:27 PM	#29
SPARTAN sui PC Technician Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: North Dakota Posts: 2,161	Upbadging is a car guy sin, but swapping front ends isn't a big deal. Most people won't know the difference between a ZL1 and a SS to begin with. The people that know the difference will call BS if you're putting the badges on as well. If you're retaining your SS badges, the people that can tell the difference will probably appreciate the modifications done to your car. Most people won't notice the difference to begin with anyways. IMO, the ZL1 front end is sweet. If you're doing the OEM front end, you will need to change the fenders and hood as well. There's an aftermarket front end that fits the SS without changing the other parts. __________________

04-24-2019, 12:58 AM	#33
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,817	Yea not a fan __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

06-07-2019, 12:28 AM	#34
My First Camaro! Drives: '18 5.7 RAM 1500 18' 1SS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: CA Posts: 156	As long as you keep the SS badges your not posing. No one calls "ZL1 poser" when they Whipple it. No one calls "1LE poser" when they throw on 1LE wheels. intellectual honestly. __________________ JRE Tune

06-08-2019, 11:27 AM	#37
Airfuel Drives: '19 2SS M6. Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: CT Posts: 340	Reminds me of the Shelby badges on the automatic V6 mustang I pulled up to the other day. Still shaking my head. __________________ 2019 2SS, Shadow gray, 6mt, NPP, Magneride, Bose.

06-09-2019, 01:35 AM	#40
396ssrat Drives: 66 Chevelle SS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,347	I have a '66 Chevelle SS396 car. There are thousands of Clones out in the public. The VIN# is a giveaway on those old cars. Point is build your car any way YOU want it. It's your money!! Some purists cry even about sticky tires on a new car. After all, they didn't come stock on the car. Do whatever you choose! __________________ 66 Chevelle SS 396 91 octane Driver n/a 6.44@105.78 1/8th mile

04-23-2019, 06:05 PM	#31
mstgeer Drives: '17 2SS Vert H50, A8, F55, NPP Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: NW PA Posts: 179	One currently for sale in Cary, NC https://www.mercedesbenzcary.com/use...FH1R77H0162625

04-23-2019, 07:18 PM	#32
metros11 Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: North Jersey Posts: 776	I think this is a matter of personal preference. I like the SS front better than the ZL1.

06-07-2019, 04:25 AM	#35
mrgoodbytes Drives: '18 2SS/EU (+Recaros) M6 Red Hot Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Sweden Posts: 260	I really don't get why someone would be butt hurt by this. Posing... Maybe ZL1 owners who thinks that would make their car less special. If you want to do it, do it. I would just keep photo documentation before, during and after the bumper replacement, if you want to sell the car. That could scare some potential buyers off as it might indicate the car could have had a front collision. Also keep the stock bumper. You can even switch it back to stock before selling it.

06-08-2019, 09:26 PM	#38
thefirstcause Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS, 2009 Mazda6 GT V6 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Canada Posts: 248	Exterior visual upgrades, bumper, body kit, all that, is perfectly fine. It is a classic car culture thing to do. Upbadging, trying to pass it off as a real ZL1 is the only thing that puts you into liar/poser/fool territory. I think the ZL1 front end looks great, especially with the 1LE lower grille. It get the IKON version if I wasn't interested in other upgrades/mods first.

06-08-2019, 11:38 PM	#39
redone000 Drives: 2017 ZL1, Arctic Blue, A10 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Seattle Posts: 41	Do It. Without the ZL1 badges your not posing.

06-09-2019, 02:06 AM	#41
Tyestick Drives: 19’ Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: SoCal Posts: 309	Like others have stated, it’s your car... You’re free to modify it however you please. If you follow through with it, post some pictures! __________________ *2019 Camaro SS 1LE*

02-13-2020, 12:47 PM	#42
Thenightboyz_SS Drives: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Dallas Posts: 56	who makes this bumper?

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