Bought a 2010 SS from a less than honest seller and now it is throwing a few codes.

[morepowerjoe]

Originally Posted by 1JEWLDSSRS

This here isn't correct, he doesn't have an LS3 now. Unless the original owner went into the engine and changed out the VVT system and did an actual LS3 conversion, it is still a VVT setup. OP mentioned the tune the original owner did was to deactivate the AFM/DOD lifters so the engine would run on all 8 cylinders all the time. So the VVT is still active, just not the AFM/DOD program from the factory. Hope that makes sense. But gotta say,, man you got a great deal for such a low mileage Camaro SS/RS!!! And you have all the "first run"mods already that most folks do. Get a good tune and you will be good to go!! Enjoy..

He is correct on this.

[Mr_Draco]

Originally Posted by Danial

What states are those? It must be damn few. I've lived in areas in two different states that require inspections but failing said inspection has never prevented the sale of a car. I have bought and sold dozens over the years and more than a few with codes.

As I said above, most states have these laws but they only apply to new and used dealerships, not private sales.

[Danial]

Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

As I said above, most states have these laws but they only apply to new and used dealerships, not private sales.

We'll have to agree to disagree.

[bottletalk]

Originally Posted by 1JEWLDSSRS

This here isn't correct, he doesn't have an LS3 now. Unless the original owner went into the engine and changed out the VVT system and did an actual LS3 conversion, it is still a VVT setup. OP mentioned the tune the original owner did was to deactivate the AFM/DOD lifters so the engine would run on all 8 cylinders all the time. So the VVT is still active, just not the AFM/DOD program from the factory. Hope that makes sense. But gotta say,, man you got a great deal for such a low mileage Camaro SS/RS!!! And you have all the "first run"mods already that most folks do. Get a good tune and you will be good to go!! Enjoy..

the way I read his description of mods made me understand that he had the AFM/vvt delete done. what he remembered is what he wrote, he said 4cyl to 8cyl delete or something like that but I could still be wrong. we need a pic of that timing cover or if the op ever posts again get him to check if he has a cable connected to his timing cover.
lol, I think we care about this more then him haha

[steaksauce28]

Originally Posted by bottletalk

the way I read his description of mods made me understand that he had the AFM/vvt delete done. what he remembered is what he wrote, he said 4cyl to 8cyl delete or something like that but I could still be wrong. we need a pic of that timing cover or if the op ever posts again get him to check if he has a cable connected to his timing cover.
lol, I think we care about this more then him haha

Oh I am real invested. Could someone possibly send me a picture of what the timing cover looks like? I’ll upload mine shortly and you guys can let me know. The guy I bought it from clearly didn’t do the mods. For instance he said the gear ratio was 3.91 (also said 3.93 but then corrected himself). Turns out it was 3.73. He called the rotofab CAI a K&N too. So I’m interested to try and find any mods that he might not have known about or have been mistaken on.

[b3freak]

Originally Posted by steaksauce28

Just feeling bummed because I absolutely love the car. Ran a carfax (no accidents) and aggressively test drove the heck out of the car and had him follow it back to my house (roughly 40 miles) without any lights coming on. Frame and rest of car is clean enough to eat off of. Couldn't find any trace of it being tracked/raced and tires/brakes were all done within the last two years.

Is it still ok to drive the vehicle until I get this fixed?

I've owned many of these cars along with other sports cars and one thing I've learned is to check the readiness status of the car I'm looking to purchase. The car would have to complete a drive cycle to return the CEL. More than likely, the PO cleared the DTCs to eliminate the CEL and make it a smooth sale. And so I agree, lame move on the seller's part. However, snagging a Gen5 SS with low miles for just $16K is a steal. I wouldn't bother with taking it up with seller which could be a bridge to nowhere. Like others have mentioned, get the engine repaired via a tune or get advice on what needs to be replaced or modified.

[0stones0]

Originally Posted by b3freak

I've owned many of these cars along with other sports cars and one thing I've learned is to check the readiness status of the car I'm looking to purchase. The car would have to complete a drive cycle to return the CEL. More than likely, the PO cleared the DTCs to eliminate the CEL and make it a smooth sale. And so I agree, lame move on the seller's part. However, snagging a Gen5 SS with low miles for just $16K is a steal. I wouldn't bother with taking it up with seller which could be a bridge to nowhere. Like others have mentioned, get the engine repaired via a tune or get advice on what needs to be replaced or modified.

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+1

[Danial]

Originally Posted by b3freak

I've owned many of these cars along with other sports cars and one thing I've learned is to check the readiness status of the car I'm looking to purchase. The car would have to complete a drive cycle to return the CEL. More than likely, the PO cleared the DTCs to eliminate the CEL and make it a smooth sale. And so I agree, lame move on the seller's part. However, snagging a Gen5 SS with low miles for just $16K is a steal. I wouldn't bother with taking it up with seller which could be a bridge to nowhere. Like others have mentioned, get the engine repaired via a tune or get advice on what needs to be replaced or modified.

Originally Posted by 0stones0

^^^^
+1

+2 ^^^^

[1JEWLDSSRS]

Here is an LS3 timing cover.
https://sdparts.com/i-19917280-genui..._content=Brand

And here is an L99 cover.

https://www.bing.com/search?q=l99+ti...9521&mkt=en-us