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Old 06-05-2007 | 07:57 AM
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Originally Posted by tpduke112
Thats what I was going to say. The "SS" has been thrown on everything argument isnt really valid because and SS is also a Z28, but not the other way around.
Most cars with the SS badging already include other option packages (like 1LT, 2LT, or 3LT equpitment groups). But in the end, they are considered an "SS" by the consumer.

The point in this case is, you will only see Z28 badging on a Camaro, but you'll see SS badging on many other Chevys. Nothing wrong with that, just trying to point out the significance of the Z28 designation to the Camaro. It's not just the SS that has a rich history.

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Originally Posted by waldershrek
Yes, they sure do.....Z's look too plain from the factory.
I agree 100%
Old 06-05-2007 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by SSsuperdave
I agree 100% Usually SS fans are pure enthusiasts. They want the historical title that goes with those SS's!

Damn right!!!!
Old 06-05-2007 | 09:19 AM
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Stop fighting guys, both cars are nice!!! I understand if you guys were talking about Mustangs vs Camaro's then I understand but come on!!! Camaro's are bad MF's,pure muscle!
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Blah. Id drop 50 grand into my car and not put an ss hood and spoiler on it. I like the ss's, but there really is no difference to me. My Z is all debadged and looks really clean like I like it.
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LS1 Freak, I can see your deleted posts.

I don't think the SS really looks any better from the factory than a Z28, other than the wheels. Stock Z28 wheels are a little on the small side, but as for the hood and spoiler, I'm fine with having either. It's just not dramtic difference either way, IMO.
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
LS1 Freak, I can see your deleted posts.

I don't think the SS really looks any better from the factory than a Z28, other than the wheels. Stock Z28 wheels are a little on the small side, but as for the hood and spoiler, I'm fine with having either. It's just not dramtic difference either way, IMO.
Ha I agree on the wheels, I do have SS wheels.

Cmon tell me what he said!
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Old 06-05-2007 | 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
LS1 Freak, I can see your deleted posts.

I don't think the SS really looks any better from the factory than a Z28, other than the wheels. Stock Z28 wheels are a little on the small side, but as for the hood and spoiler, I'm fine with having either. It's just not dramtic difference either way, IMO.
Its all good, you guys making a big deal about all this, the SS looks way better stock than a stock Z28, I mean come on, everybody knows that!
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Originally Posted by LS1 Freak
Its all good, you guys making a big deal about all this, the SS looks way better stock than a stock Z28, I mean come on, everybody knows that!
Everyone? LOL.

That's all about opinion. Yours is no more correct or incorrect than mine. Like it or not.

Appearance = subjective.
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
Everyone? LOL.

That's all about opinion. Yours is no more correct or incorrect than mine. Like it or not.

Appearance = subjective.

you need to quit doing alot of
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IMO (it's an opinion, so read the next few lines with a grain of salt ) the LT1 SS was the last "worthwhile" SS car, they only had two years, and 1996 was the only one dubbed "Z28 SS", not just "SS". Not to mention they had an option (albeit rare) in 1997 for a better motor. I see more LS1 WS6 and SS cars than T/A and Z28s

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Old 06-05-2007 | 10:31 AM
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I see a lot more ls1 camaro's than T/A's or Formy's
Old 06-05-2007 | 10:38 AM
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There may not be much performance difference in the two but the looks of the ss are so much better i wouldnt have anything but a ss.
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Originally Posted by LS1 Freak
you need to quit doing alot of
Beleive it or not, I just don't agree with you. Sometimes in life that happens.

SS vs Z28 = very little cosmetic difference. The wheels are great, but a hood scoop and a little lip on the spoiler just doesn't make any significant difference in the look of the car, IMO.

I like them equally. You don't. We'll have to agree to disagree.
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
Beleive it or not, I just don't agree with you. Sometimes in life that happens.

SS vs Z28 = very little cosmetic difference. The wheels are great, but a hood scoop and a little lip on the spoiler just doesn't make any significant difference in the look of the car, IMO.

I like them equally. You don't. We'll have to agree to disagree.
I got a deal on my SS thats why i like it better :-) I'll tell you one thing though, its damn sure better then all the Vw's I've had, you name them
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i give a few hours before ls1 freak's sig is gone, lol, too big and its animated
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
Most cars with the SS badging already include other option packages (like 1LT, 2LT, or 3LT equpitment groups). But in the end, they are considered an "SS" by the consumer.

The point in this case is, you will only see Z28 badging on a Camaro, but you'll see SS badging on many other Chevys. Nothing wrong with that, just trying to point out the significance of the Z28 designation to the Camaro. It's not just the SS that has a rich history.
I agree, but my point was that the SS gets both histories. Hell, you could debadge your SS and put Z28 badges on it if you want to and be 100% correct, but why would someone do that?
Old 06-05-2007 | 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by RPM WS6
Everyone? LOL.

That's all about opinion. Yours is no more correct or incorrect than mine. Like it or not.

Appearance = subjective.
It is more of what you can afford for me really. I wanted to pay cash so I got my z28 if I wanted to save a little longer I could have been able to get a ss. But I am now in love with my Z and couldnt be happier!
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Originally Posted by Camaro Ryder KV
i give a few hours before ls1 freak's sig is gone, lol, too big and its animated
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