Moving up the Chevy Performance Tree

Exia · 08-11-2017, 06:58 PM

Note: This is a Camaro trade in story. I'm not looking to stir up anything so keep it civil.

My Camaro was my first car purchase and a gateway into the world of sports cars. I love the 6th generation as much as the rest of you however after a few months of ownership and getting more into cars I discovered the new (well not so much now) Corvette and knew immediately that it would be my next vehicle after the Camaro.

I really do love what Chevy has done with its performance cars in the last 5 years, I would have never considered a 5th gen Camaro or a 6th gen Corvette. The Camaro and Corvette look amazing, have nice interiors and blow the competition away in performance for a great price, can't go wrong with either!

After awhile I realized I most likely would not wait the realistic 7-8 years to get the most out of the Camaro before going into a Corvette. I have other goals in the next 4 years and trading to a Corvette at the same time would be a bit much. I realized I could trade up within a year now and still maintain all my goals over the next 4 years. If the numbers work why not?

So on Wednesday I went down to the dealership and placed an order for a 2018 Corvette with an estimated Spring arrival. I plan to enjoy the Camaro until the new year and then try to sell it before the arrival date. If I can't sell it then I'll just trade it in.

I've enjoyed meeting some of you guys at events and I'm sure I will still be dropping by the forums to see whats new in the Camaro world after delivery.

I will still wave if I ever cross paths with a Camaro and I hope you guys will too

LuvMI · 08-11-2017, 07:28 PM

Congrats on the move! I too dealt with the same revelation and conclusion. I was satisfied with my 15 LT then the gen6 came out and suddenly I needed more everything. Guess you could say the gen6 unleashed the beast from within. The 2SS is my next destination tho. Still I hope you enjoy it. Those 18 vette's sitting on showroom floors are amazing in every way.

14Black1LESS · 08-11-2017, 07:31 PM

If you are going to a Corvette then check out www.corvetteforum.com A lot of cool people and great info over there.

ssrs2lt · 08-11-2017, 07:50 PM

Heck yeah great call!

CamaroBody · 08-11-2017, 07:53 PM

I'm interest in a Laguna Blue mid-engine Corvette

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devnull · 08-11-2017, 07:55 PM

Ive owned 5 vettes, including a C7... You are making an awesome move!

The Camaro is awesome, but I'm with you on the vette too!

Frank237 · 08-11-2017, 07:56 PM

What a WAIT that will be! At least You have the Camaro to keep You happy untill the Corvette comes in.

Congratulations.

Exia · 08-11-2017, 09:52 PM

The one thing I truly believe I will miss from the Camaro is the vents. I absolutely love the Camaro's center stack vents. They look good, they have great feel and their incredibly functional.

It seems odd but I guarantee if I ever look at the Corvette and say, what do I miss about the Camaro, it would be without a doubt the A/C vents. Corvette needs some classy vents.

devnull · 08-11-2017, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Exia

The one thing I truly believe I will miss from the Camaro is the vents. I absolutely love the Camaro's center stack vents. They look good, they have great feel and their incredibly functional.

It seems odd but I guarantee if I ever look at the Corvette and say, what do I miss about the Camaro, it would be without a doubt the A/C vents. Corvette needs some classy vents.

I’ll trade the vents for the retractable infotainment screen!

Very cool things can fit behind that screen (G43)

IMadeYouReadThis · 08-11-2017, 10:49 PM

Congratulations man that's very impressive I imagine you're going to really enjoy that Corvette

Obzen · 08-11-2017, 10:55 PM

I'd trade in a heartbeat but don't want the extra payment.

Enjoy. I spent a weekend with one and enjoyed every minute of it. To be honest it doesn't drive all that different than my SS but it has that vibe to it and I love the removable top.

SS 1LE · 08-12-2017, 08:00 PM

Once my kiddos are older and not interested in fun rides in daddy's car, I will make the move to a Corvette. Most likely whatever is the GS equivalent when the time comes. But having better than Z51 performance with a back seat is pretty sweet in the meantime lol...

cooden · 08-12-2017, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by devnull

I’ll trade the vents for the retractable infotainment screen!

Very cool things can fit behind that screen (G43)

I was just telling my wife tonight while we in the Camaro how I wish the infotainment screen went up like her Tahoe. I can fit a G42, Ray Bans and EZ-Pass in there.

Royal Tiger · 08-13-2017, 06:36 AM

No one should give you grief.

I wanted another Vette. She said Camaro. You know the rest.....

08-11-2017, 06:58 PM	#1
Exia Exia Drives: '16 Z06 C7.R Edition, '18 2SS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kingston, Ontario Posts: 110	Moving up the Chevy Performance Tree Note: This is a Camaro trade in story. I'm not looking to stir up anything so keep it civil. My Camaro was my first car purchase and a gateway into the world of sports cars. I love the 6th generation as much as the rest of you however after a few months of ownership and getting more into cars I discovered the new (well not so much now) Corvette and knew immediately that it would be my next vehicle after the Camaro. I really do love what Chevy has done with its performance cars in the last 5 years, I would have never considered a 5th gen Camaro or a 6th gen Corvette. The Camaro and Corvette look amazing, have nice interiors and blow the competition away in performance for a great price, can't go wrong with either! After awhile I realized I most likely would not wait the realistic 7-8 years to get the most out of the Camaro before going into a Corvette. I have other goals in the next 4 years and trading to a Corvette at the same time would be a bit much. I realized I could trade up within a year now and still maintain all my goals over the next 4 years. If the numbers work why not? So on Wednesday I went down to the dealership and placed an order for a 2018 Corvette with an estimated Spring arrival. I plan to enjoy the Camaro until the new year and then try to sell it before the arrival date. If I can't sell it then I'll just trade it in. I've enjoyed meeting some of you guys at events and I'm sure I will still be dropping by the forums to see whats new in the Camaro world after delivery. I will still wave if I ever cross paths with a Camaro and I hope you guys will too

08-11-2017, 07:31 PM	#3
14Black1LESS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Hurricane Alley Posts: 700	If you are going to a Corvette then check out www.corvetteforum.com A lot of cool people and great info over there. __________________

08-11-2017, 07:50 PM	#4
ssrs2lt Drives: too many Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: oh va pa ma tx Posts: 3,046	Heck yeah great call! __________________

08-11-2017, 07:53 PM	#5
CamaroBody Drives: Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: CA Posts: 1,163	I'm interest in a Laguna Blue mid-engine Corvette . __________________ 2SS, Hyper Blue, 8-Speed Automatic, NPP Exhaust, Magnetic Ride Control, Sunroof, Navigation, 5-Spoke Low-Gloss Black Wheels, Black Bowtie Emblems, Cargo Mat/Net Mods: XPEL - Hood, Bumper, Headlights, & Side Mirrors JWM - Side Markers ZL1 Addons - Deluxe Rock Guards & Red Lift Pads GM - Dark Tail Lamps MRR - Gloss Black M017s

08-11-2017, 07:55 PM	#6
devnull Scientific negotiator Drives: 2019 Grand Sport Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Forsyth, GA Posts: 873	Ive owned 5 vettes, including a C7... You are making an awesome move! The Camaro is awesome, but I'm with you on the vette too! __________________ 2019 Grand Sport M7 2018 ZL1 *1LE* 6MT 2017 SS *1LE* 6MT . Matthew 25:40 *ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑβΕ*

08-11-2017, 07:28 PM	#2
LuvMI Lovin the growl... Drives: 2018 2SS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Rogers, Arkansas Posts: 926	Congrats on the move! I too dealt with the same revelation and conclusion. I was satisfied with my 15 LT then the gen6 came out and suddenly I needed more everything. Guess you could say the gen6 unleashed the beast from within. The 2SS is my next destination tho. Still I hope you enjoy it. Those 18 vette's sitting on showroom floors are amazing in every way.

08-11-2017, 07:56 PM	#7
Frank237 Drives: Kubota 2640, 83 BMW R-65, 2017 1 SS Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Craig, MT Posts: 643	What a WAIT that will be! At least You have the Camaro to keep You happy untill the Corvette comes in. Congratulations.

08-11-2017, 09:52 PM	#8
Exia Exia Drives: '16 Z06 C7.R Edition, '18 2SS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kingston, Ontario Posts: 110	The one thing I truly believe I will miss from the Camaro is the vents. I absolutely love the Camaro's center stack vents. They look good, they have great feel and their incredibly functional. It seems odd but I guarantee if I ever look at the Corvette and say, what do I miss about the Camaro, it would be without a doubt the A/C vents. Corvette needs some classy vents.

08-11-2017, 10:49 PM	#10
IMadeYouReadThis Drives: 02 Camaro SS 6M / 11 GMC Sierra Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Pickering, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,096 View My Garage	Congratulations man that's very impressive I imagine you're going to really enjoy that Corvette

08-11-2017, 10:55 PM	#11
Obzen Pull up Cougar! Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,875	I'd trade in a heartbeat but don't want the extra payment. Enjoy. I spent a weekend with one and enjoyed every minute of it. To be honest it doesn't drive all that different than my SS but it has that vibe to it and I love the removable top.

08-12-2017, 08:00 PM	#12
SS 1LE マスタング = 遅い Drives: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 7,061	Once my kiddos are older and not interested in fun rides in daddy's car, I will make the move to a Corvette. Most likely whatever is the GS equivalent when the time comes. But having better than Z51 performance with a back seat is pretty sweet in the meantime lol... __________________

08-13-2017, 06:36 AM	#14
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	No one should give you grief. I wanted another Vette. She said Camaro. You know the rest..... Attached Images