Why I Bought a 5th Gen Camaro SS and Why You Should Too | Is the 5th Gen Camaro SS Worth it?
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- čas přidán 23. 05. 2023
- In this video, I explain the REAL reasons why I bought a 5th Generation Camaro SS, why I bought MY 5th Gen Camaro SS, and why you should buy a 5th Gen Camaro SS! I'll talk about; some of the criteria that I set for myself before buying a 5th Gen Camaro SS, the day that I bought my Camaro and some valid reasons why the 5th Gen Camaro SS is an unbeatable deal in 2023. Be sure to subscribe and set notifications on so you don't miss any of my other exciting content!
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VIDEO GUIDE:
1) Introduction - 00:09
2) Why I Chose a 5th Gen Camaro SS - 00:36
3) Why I Chose THIS 5th Gen Camaro SS - 04:11
4) The Day That I Bought My Car - 09:42
5) Reasons Why You Should Buy One - 12:05
6) Conclusion & Recommendation - 23:19
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Everyone looked over the 5th gen only because the C6 was the hottest thing on the market at the time. Now people are going back to them because they do pack a punch
They look good, drive good and most importantly pack a MEAN punch.
Naw, before the hellcat came out it was the Camaro that everyone wanted die to the Transformers franchise. Including myself lol, I always seen c6 vettes and 5th gen Camaros around ALL THE TIME until the hellcat and different 392ci models came out. I live in a huge city so it might differ for different people so idk.
If I didn’t get a 2000 ws6 this is what I would have got!
And also look better...
@@gvaspiratedhow reliable is one in 2023 like a 2012 one I'm too broke for the new 6th gens
In my opinion 5th gen is the best looking camaro from them all.
I agree with you 100%
Love my Camaro
2011 Camaro SS 6.2 L
RS package
Ground effects
Manual
Texas Speed Cam
Headers
Cat deletes
Straight pipe
Intake
Your the godfather of he 5th gens on youtube. Please keep dropping these bangers bro!! We need you . Cant get enough of that retro muscle car look.
Man thank you so much for your love and support! I'm not going ANYWHERE!
63yr old my son bought me a 2014 ss2 specked with leather seats manual transmission I still have my high school car a 1969 still have the student parking sticker on windshield. I love that car it reminds me of my youth I inherited my mother ss Monte Carlo took the 305 out it has a 454 no ,so as you can tell I am a Chevy guy thru and thru great video!
What an incredible gift! I hope you enjoy it immensely! Thanks for the comment :)
My uncle got me into the Camaro bug, he’s had 3/4 69 Z/28’s, worked the line in Lansing guy does all his own rebuilds. I worked for GM for a while, took him in a ride in a gen2 CTS-V 6 speed, he wasn’t expecting them to bust loose in 2nd it was hilarious. Had a 2015 2SS/RS 1LE, need to get back to one.
@@gvaspirateddid you know that the fifth gen camaro shares the same platform that the pontiac g8 or VE commodore from the land down under
wish i could buy a car for my parents. they are already 70 and i dont have much time
The transformers movie combined with the fact that I watched my uncle build his late 60’s Camaro (which is basically where they got the body style) locked in a place in my heart with this dream car.
I love the look of the 5th gen camaro SS and zl1. It’s the most closest to the 1st gen throwback with the tail lights of a vet. The newer are confused. Although the lt1 is good. Beautiful car man.
I got me a lt1 but this car is a beauty
Thanks man! I still like the 6th gens but the 5ths are that perfect blend of modern and retro
@@gvaspirated yeah 6th gens are nice to I would take both if I could 🤣.
the 14-15 have 69 camaro tail lights
@@ThePedroIV that they do.
Auto 5th gen post refresh is my dream. I feel the same way about the styling and interior. 6th gen has a nicer interior but 5th gen feels more spacious and retro.
You are unrated for how well you pronounce words!
Kayla thanks for that 🙏 I’m always looking to speak clearly in my videos and expand my vocabulary so comments like this reassure that I’m doing well 👊🏻😁
Just seen your camaro at a gas station by hialeah hospital a day ago, it looks amazing👏🔥. I ditched my scat pack shaker for a family truck, thanks for the video, you helped me make a final decision for an upcoming cheap muscle car purchase next year👍
Im late but the fact that you had your 5th gen for *7years!!!!* and you still love it, and keep it in great condition makes me proud that i bought my "post" refresh 5th gen ss ls3 w/ 54k on the clock...... theyll be Gems 💎 in the future..... 💯
I second your opinion, I bought my 2013 2SS red jeweled brand new 0 miles. Plan to keep it till I die God wiling. Still have less than 55K miles all stock. I watched the first Transformer movie in the middle east while deployed and I fell in love with it.
This video was so well done both in videography and presentation of information. This was so good man and really helped thank you a lot bro
yo man thank you so much for your comment. Like I seriously appreciate the feedback!
Great Watch, I currently own a 2011 SS and I’m considering selling to buy a Vette. This video really has me re-thinking.
Love the way this cars exhaust note puts a smile on his face..If I had that in Ireland Id be driving it around like I was in Bullitt or the french connection.
Love my 5th Gen ZL1. Keep the videos coming with the 5th gen👊🏾😎
Thanks David, always appreciate the love and support from you!
I went with an auto cause I’m lazy and wanted remote start. Great video bro the car is awesome!!!
Good info, and the car looks good, a few modifications and nothing tacky. These look good straight out of the box. They just need a little personalization.I plan on getting one, that’s my favorite generation. I have a gen 6 Charger with the 5.7 and I call it my four door Camaro SS. It even has the stock gen 5 SS wheels on it.
I made a mistake and purchased a 2018 Audi A4 car is great perfect daily but I really want a Camaro SS sold my 2v mustang gt and I’ve been dying to get back into a proper muscle car . This video just helped me set a goal and hopefully buy a Camaro ! Thanks!!
Nice car! You have a mix of just about every 5th gen V8 in there, 14-15 hood, ZL-1 grille, Z/28 splitter and wheel style... Almost a Hot Wheel color too. And of course the RS version which i don,t have on my 13 SS 1LE... At least I got ZL-1 wheels with that package! I constantly get good comments on my car even though it's closer to stock. Love the thing!
Great video man. Love the car and yes that blue is way nicer than the Orange or Black. Keep up the good work and keep enjoying that car.
Thanks brother :) I really appreciate the comment man. Yeah I haven't looked back EVER since!
I agree with everything you said about the car great video buddy 👍 👏
I have a 2010 Camaro SS bumblebee with 6 speed manual. 75,000 miles. Love it 🤘
Just passed 1 year of ownership....2015, the BEST of the 5th gens. 2SS/RS, fully loaded.....got her with 108k miles and put 28k on her since. That's a lot, but these cars were made to drive and I've loved every, single, mile. Added Borla S exhaust, a cold air intake and all the regular 100k maintenance. I'm going to have to replace things soon, I know and when I do, she's going to get some more muscle. She's the car I always wanted and the last car I'll own. I turn 52 this year and looking forward to grow old with her as my ride. She's my first V8 too, and I love your vids man, hope you still read your comments, but if not, at least we're driving great cars....I want to paint mine, and she's going to be blue so yours is one I've been watching a while.
Very nice video gabe! ur content is always amazing
Thank you so much for this warm comment 🙏😭
Nice review thx!I am pondering this vs a C7 vette
The look on your face and laugh at 18:18 sold me 😅
I have a 2012 45th 2SS Vert w the L99. I would love the standard, but that was what I found available and there are perks to an auto with kids. I tote 2 kids and my wife around… a LOT.
Currently, over 230K miles on her, still running strong. I have had to invest a good bit in some repairs, but it still makes me happy every time I drive it!
There is also only around 1,100+- (I think) of this particular model made, so that’s cool. lol
My father has a 2013 V6 RS with barely 68K miles we bought off the auction that had a hit on the front end which we ended up replacing the fender, control arms and everything else was mint car been amazing thus far. The V8 would be nice but man having 87 octane and lower insurance is huge as well
I would love to see a Zeta vs Alpha chassis video……..not just suspension, tires and brakes but the actual unibody differences
Awesome vid once again Gabe!!!
Much love from the 5th gen ZL1 owner from the Netherlands 😉👌
Thanks Jeffry! Must be so cool to own a Z in the netherlands!
@@gvaspirated it sure is though. Only 5 or 6 of them in the Netherlands 😂 but it's also very unique to have a V8 due the high prices of purchase, taxes, fuel and more taxes...we pay around 2€ a liter 98octane. Then we pay insurance ofcourse ( my car is 190€ each month) then taxes 110( each month).... So it's not real fun to drive a V8 here. But it's a true neck breaker everyone is watching it and taking pics.
Was choosing this or a challenger r/t 🙏🏾 thanks for the video man
Your Camaro is the cleanest 5th gen on CZcams.
I just bought a Victory Red 2010 2SS a week ago with a manual trans. Loving it so far. Can't wait to start modifying it.
Yo man thank you so much! Best of luck with your modifications! You wont regret it!
How much did you pay for it ? I'm looking to buy one but I'm not sure what a good price is
From Ireland and dont know much about muscle cars except for bullit and the rockford files this video and car is the bomb!
I just got my 5th gen 2012 rally yellow 1ss last month for 23k with 37,024 miles on it. I love it so far! Just gotta figure my finances out & then put a good exhaust on it. It’s stock everything right now.
I just sold my C6 GS because I wanted the gen 5 SSRT convertible. Not disappointed, the interior alone on the camaro blows away the vette interior. The seats are so much better in the camaro also.. ant maintenance on the vette was crazy expensive compared to the SS. No regrets here!
Awesome video! I’m trying to find out what tail lights you have and where can I get them? Thanks a lot bro! Loving the channel!
Ross, what's good bro? Thanks for the comment and I'm glad you like my videos! I have a tutorial review and install video for those Oracle lights! Check it out!
Can’t wait to get me a 5th gen SS hopefully by late next year to upgrade from my 5th gen V6. But I want it to be a manual even tho I’ve at this point never driven a manual, but hey gotta learn somehow if you don’t know anyone who has one
I dig the look and the color of your ride! I looked hard for a 2013 blue ZL1 with no such luck because they didn't offer it in blue. I settled with the Inferno Orange Metallic. I truly dig my ride. Built the engine. 957 rwhp and 846 ft. Lbs of torque. I actually traded my black 2008 Z06 for it. Best decision ever! Great content. ✌️
DAMNNNNNN YOOOO you got a CRAZY ride. I'm glad you're enjoying the car and you enjoy my content too man!
Blue ray metallic came on the 13. Rare find.
They had an SS in stock when I bought my RS, but I made the economic decision to go with the lesser engine to save a little on the insurance and loan. It took a little to get used to the visibility, but you just can't beat the lines of the 5th gen. I remember first seeing it in the first Transformers movie and thinking it had to be a $200k car. When I found out what it was, I had to have one, and finally do. My only issue on the RS so far was due to shoddy maintenance by a prior owner or shop, they omitted to bolt down the purge valve which resulted in the return line fatiguing and shearing, but it was super simple to splice the line. Other than that, it's just running and fun. Next step is to replace the factory vinyl. Base color is silver, so I think I'm going to go with a dark red for a sci-fi look. Going that route, it's lifetime wear will just add to the character.
Buy an SS
Bought my 2013 ss/rs back in 2015 with 33k miles. Now she has 88k and absolutely no issues. Track days, rally’s, and hard driving and she keeps going. Will keep it forever!
Awesome thanks again
Beautiful car. I drove an ss gen 5 manual transmission and drove the gen2 mustang gt manual transmission . I fell in love with the gt lol. 🤙
I want to make a comparison video between the two!
Sold mine on 2018 and got a C7z ngl I miss it everyday hope i get one for my daily :D
I have the yellow 2013 SS2 LS3. And I've still love this puppy. Sadly, my driver side leather is showing its age. It also had the MyLink system, which was great (I had a Windows Phone, which gave me the absolute BEST hands-free experience of any system ever...RIP Windows Phone). Sadly, the MyLink system began failing (frequent random reboots and black screens). I just replaced it with the DigitalOctopusRandio DO2---which is awesome because it looks factory but adds Android Auto and CarPlay.
Always loved the camaro got me a 14 2ss 1le few weeks ago
Cant wait to get one
Nice short shorts 😂. I do agree the 5th gen is a great platform.
Love my 5th Gen
Not all 2 ss /rs came with leather seats I have the same car same color car an it was special order with cloth seats that are black an grey but has a leather wheel also doesn’t have gauges which I do regret clean car though keep me motivated ❤
2012 45th anniversary RS v6 owner. love it.. buuut
kick myself for not getting ss, already replaced engine at 88k miles
mechanics and dealer said 5th gen ss engines are buletproof, people supercharge them and track them without issues
What grill do you have in the front? I love it!
I have a 2015 ZL1 manual trans in velvet blue metallic which is a one year only color. I bought mine used and my criteria was manual trans, no sunroof and Recaro seats, I wanted the exposed carbon fiber hood insert and silver 5 spoke wheels, which mine has, but would not have been a deal breaker. I had another ZL1 years ago but it was white with an automatic and a sunroof and I wound up selling it.
Wanted that velvet blue metallic , ended up with Crystal red tintcoat (2015). Recaros and sunroof.. M6 of course.
Nice color on that car. Honestly I prefer that blue.
It's so unique man!
Do you have a parts list or link for what you have done to this SS? I have a 2SS, fully stock with 25,000 miles on it. Yours looks nicer than a ZL1. Incredible job!!
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Check it out bro! I also have a walkaround video of all the mods I've done up to that point. Links are there too!
could you plz do a vid on all of your exterior mods? just got one and i want mine to look like your… badass car dude😂
Great video I had 3 5th gen Camaros. I also had a 2016 5:28 6th gen Camaro. Then an LT1, 2021 1SS then a 2023 2SS. I purchased another 5th gen 2015 Camaro for a daily driver. I agree that the 5th gen Camaro has more of a retro look and like it more than the 6th gen.
Dude what the hell do you do for a living ? Lol I am an engineer and worked my tail off to get my 6th gen. No way I can afford that many cars, plus I hate the idea of financing.
@@alexv5581 I work 3 jobs. I am employed by a local sheriff's office, work security on the weekends, and work part time at a resort 2 nights a week after day job. No family just me. My dad said once might as well enjoy yourself now cuz you can't take it with you lol!!
@@alexv5581 also traded them in for another I don't still have the except for the 2015 and 2023
Low chance of you seeing this, but I’m 17 and well on my way to saving up for a Camaro as my first self bought car. I’m currently debating between getting a 5th gen or a 16-18 6th. Some factors I’m considering are the cooled seats, active fuel management, paddle shifters, heads up holo display, and it’s personally the design I prefer and the car I’ve wanted for years. But the gen 5 is also more affordable as you mentioned, there’s also the defective automatic transmission on the 6th, most likely cheaper insurance, and as far as the looks, I must admit this video made my eyes wonder a bit. Anything you could tell me to push me one way or the other. I also plan to own whichever one forever seeing that the Camaro is getting discontinued.
6th gen bro
Watching this video after picking up my L99 14 2ss with rs package.
Hahah congrats bro :) thanks for stopping by
Got a 14 ZL1 Convertible and it still turn heads with 31XXX
I want a new 6 gen 2024 base/white/manual and i'm pissed because there won't be what I want left in June. I've done a dealer search and can't even find one in CA already.
Trying to decide if i want to buy a Camaro 2ss or dodge Challenger rt. 2010 Camaro Is blue like yours with 123,000 miles for $16.2. The other is black with red stripes and red interior 96,000 miles for $18.9. The Challenger is red with sunroof 105,000 miles for $16.9. The other is all white with black stripes 96,500 for 16.9. which should i go with?
Very nice car that blue with black really pops
Dude thank you so much!
How do you get those seats?? Are they z28 seats?
Best looking color out there. Hyper Blue 6Gen
Thanks man! She's a looker!
My 2015 2LT V6 Camaro seems to have a really rough suspension. Is that common in 5th gens? I've had 2 6th gens and they didnt seem as rough.
I love my black 5th gen but I hate that it gets dirty really quick
Yea same here. Very hard car to keep clean
Wrap it
thinking about getting a camaro
I just got a 2010 2ss/ with the rs package for $12.5k! With 90k miles! Insane one owner murdered out untouched beauty i love it best car i ever had
Nice car bro, mine is 2012/ 2SS /45th anniversary convertible
Ayeee nice man!
@@gvaspirated thank you
What kind of front grille do you have?
What is the name of that blue? Looks great.
bro what body kit is that?? i picked up a 2011 SS and im trying to find good body kits
Bought a 5th gen as my first car overall i love the car
Good choice man!
We had a $16k SS 2013 in a nearby dealership back in the good days. Only had 13k miles on it. I passed on it because it seemed too high of a price because I was also looking at a grand sport C6 going for a similar price. Boy was I wrong. Should’ve put myself in debt and got both because they ended up skyrocketing in price during peak pandemic prices. We live and we learn though. I just got my 23 3LT now and I love it!
Dude they are so damn expensive now... it's WILD ... I might sell my car for the exact price I bought in 2016
Made the horrible decision of selling my cammed 2013 when gas prices were insane. I know the guy who has it now…should I see if he’s looking to sell?
I love this car
I need one now
I owned a 2011 1LT RS V6. I loved it. I would only get a 2010-2011 Camaro due to the styling if I ever get one again. I bought mine brand new so I picked the V6 because my MSRP was 28k, compared to over 38k for the SS V8. Plus I saved a boatload on gas/insurance and still got muscle car performance.
i'd love to buy one! now i just need the money 😆
I feel you, being an E-2 in the military isn’t paying enough 😂
Despite the Transformers crap I still love my 2013 5th gen 6 speed. But they almost broke me.
what year is it?
Currently deciding between a 5th and 6th gen SS . I’m going on 21 and have little experience with credit and all of that so I’m avoiding payments as much as possible . I can buy a ‘10-‘14 SS cash low mileage or a I can put that down on a newer SS with little higher mileage . Just looking for some other ideas or options , I wanna go about this as smart as possible have a fun car but not go flat broke owning it . If I were to get a 5th gen this year I’d probably end up selling it after s a year or two and putting $ towards a 6th gen SS or Zl1 when the time comes . Any ideas are appreciated
The thing with me is I want to keep my car for as long as I possibly can in my life maybe it’s the young n dumb in me IDK LOL
They're going down even more, its fall in the rest of the country. Perfect time to buy, and a great time to live in FL
and how many miles did you get your camaro at
Personally I just don’t like the interior. 6th gen+ is where I like, mainly because of how the main screen fits so well.
I love my 2012 SS, still only has 37k miles
Man you make me miss my aqua blue ss
COME BACK TO US!
I love your enthusiasm for the 5th gen Camaro. But it seems hard to justify buying one nowadays. Same price as they were six years ago. Also, the much newer sixth gen is only a few grand more these days.
That should tell you something bro! I do like 6th gens but the 5th looks like it’s just more desirable. You won’t be disappointed with either 🤪
The difference in price where I'm at is 25k for a 5th gen to 30-40k for a 6th gen lol
Ya this comment is crap. 6th gens are wayyyy more expensive than 5th gens
I just got a 5th Gen SS a month ago. What exhaust setup should I do? I don’t want it too loud but definitely want to hear it more
Muffler delete will open it up or buy an axle back exhaust
100% start with some cat delete or axle back. Muffler delete is a little extreme. You could also do headers but that's the pricier option
@@gvaspirated yeah I was thinking of getting an axle back. It sounds decent already, I think he took the resonator off but the mufflers are still on.
Tsp headers x pipe and npp mufflers… budget and sounds good
Where did you get that badge
Love it and mine
👊🏻🙏
Got a 5th GEN L99 want to do headers and a tune.
Ayeee you won't regret it!
Almost 3 years behind the wheel of a 2nd gen ctsv coupe and i still act an ass in it
It has that true muscle car feel and sound, IMHO. The 6th generation LT1 did not have that sound and feel, and I feel it went into the sports car era, which it was not really meant to be. IMO of course.
Yeah the LT1 is a more refined version of the LS3 sound, almost like a synthetic sound.
I bought a 2022 2ss camaro riverside blue and love my camaro . Camaros are going to go up in price because they are not making them any more. There's alot of parts for the 5th gen to modify
6:39 hey that’s a raptor 6.2L badge haha.
YES lmfao!!!
@@gvaspirated that’s hilarious hahaha I only caught that cause I have a raptor.
I’m so torn between a 5th gen ss and a bmw m235i I’d get both manual idk which one to go with man😭😭😭
Man those are great cars. I know for sure the Camaro would be the better sounding and the v8 power is great. But if you trying to be FAST on a low budget the m235i is the move!
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I found a 2015 Camaro 2ss M6 1le track suspension with 34k miles. Price is $29,986. Does that sound resonable or high? It is really nice and has been taken care of.
I bought my 2014 Camaro 2SS with 42kmiles for $27k. This was 6 yrs ago.
I wish I would have kept my 2013 1LE. Biggest mistake I made in car buying and trading