LS2 GTO compared to F-Body? Voice your opinions
12-09-2009, 09:46 AM
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Check out LS2GTO.com, seriously. Very comprehensive forum, and there's always good deals on GTO's there.
Pretty much everything has been said already on this subject. Styling-wise, I'd go with a T/A (I want a WS6!!!
). Power is going to be similar, as they're basically identical in the drivetrain department. Fit and finish is alot better with the GTO, just learn the problem areas so you know what to look for (Saggy rear springs, paint issues, some water leak issues) and you're good to go.
The GTO makes a much better daily driver, but if you're looking for a cheap track car, go with the F-body.
Pretty much everything has been said already on this subject. Styling-wise, I'd go with a T/A (I want a WS6!!!
). Power is going to be similar, as they're basically identical in the drivetrain department. Fit and finish is alot better with the GTO, just learn the problem areas so you know what to look for (Saggy rear springs, paint issues, some water leak issues) and you're good to go. The GTO makes a much better daily driver, but if you're looking for a cheap track car, go with the F-body.
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12-09-2009, 01:47 PM
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I've had several F-Bodies, LT1's and LS1's. I sold my last SS and bought the 05 GTO I have now, and haven't even thought of looking back. I've always loved the LS1 Camaros and always will, but after being in my Goat (which I bought off a local guy from LS2GTO.com) there isn't ANY comparison. both have their own little faults, but the power, comfort, design, and overall build of my GTO wins hands down. And even thought my 02 SS got noticed more cause of how it looked, I get compliments and stares all the time in the GTO. Get one, you won't ever look back or regret it.
12-09-2009, 03:35 PM
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I'll definitely check out LS2GTO. Thanks guys
QUOTE=06 6.0 GTO;12599675]LMFAO thats a good one.
But to the OP does your next car have to be LSx based?[/QUOTE]
It doesn't HAVE to be.. I was thinking of going (dare I say it) European.. which would either be Audi S4 or a BMW.. But stepping into a GTO wouldn't be bad at all. At least I would know what I was doing under the hood.
Why, do you have a car in mind?
Sounds like that's how most people feel. Thanks for the input 
QUOTE=06 6.0 GTO;12599675]LMFAO thats a good one.
But to the OP does your next car have to be LSx based?[/QUOTE]
It doesn't HAVE to be.. I was thinking of going (dare I say it) European.. which would either be Audi S4 or a BMW.. But stepping into a GTO wouldn't be bad at all. At least I would know what I was doing under the hood.
Why, do you have a car in mind?
I've had several F-Bodies, LT1's and LS1's. I sold my last SS and bought the 05 GTO I have now, and haven't even thought of looking back. I've always loved the LS1 Camaros and always will, but after being in my Goat (which I bought off a local guy from LS2GTO.com) there isn't ANY comparison. both have their own little faults, but the power, comfort, design, and overall build of my GTO wins hands down. And even thought my 02 SS got noticed more cause of how it looked, I get compliments and stares all the time in the GTO. Get one, you won't ever look back or regret it.
12-09-2009, 04:15 PM
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It doesn't HAVE to be.. I was thinking of going (dare I say it) European.. which would either be Audi S4 or a BMW.. But stepping into a GTO wouldn't be bad at all. At least I would know what I was doing under the hood.
Why, do you have a car in mind?
Sounds like that's how most people feel. Thanks for the input
But drive both they are both great cars
12-09-2009, 04:26 PM
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Some people may argue with me, but I love the stock stereo. It's got a great bass response to it. My only complaint is after cranking some death metal in it for almost three years the speakers are starting to go. Easy fix though.
12-09-2009, 04:28 PM
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Horrendous, absolutely appalling, seems like they just threw in the stereo system last minute. But hey you can also look into the 01-05 M3s, they go for the same as most 6.0 GTOs
12-09-2009, 05:16 PM
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The stock stereo isn't that bad actually. Mess with the gain on the amp (located in the truck, look on ls1gto for a how-to) and use a custom equalization. The overall fit & finish & comfort of the GTO is way better than the f-bodies.
Make sure if you are to get the gto check for uneven rear tire wear (cause by saggy rear springs, very common), and the entire suspension in general. Another vote for ls1gto as well. I am a member there under the same name. Good luck.
Make sure if you are to get the gto check for uneven rear tire wear (cause by saggy rear springs, very common), and the entire suspension in general. Another vote for ls1gto as well. I am a member there under the same name. Good luck.
$22,900 ... 60k miles..
12-09-2009, 06:49 PM
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Good find on the BMW. A few more grand than a goat with a lot less miles. Pretty much have to decide what's more important to you on that one. It is a real nice car though.
12-09-2009, 07:58 PM
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If you are also looking at european cars, the GTO is definitly the way to go. I like driving the Goat better than my mother-in-laws 330ci. About the widerst tire you can get under the rear is a 275 though unless you get some aftermarket wheels, then maybe a 295. Mini-tubs are cheap.
12-09-2009, 08:00 PM
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I'd have to save some big money just to make sure I could handle payments and stuff like that. A 15/16K GTO I could probably pay right up front this summer.. a newer 2007+ BMW I'd have to finance it.. I better find a job and start saving
12-10-2009, 02:51 AM
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I would recommend finding a job and then paying off a BMW. That way you can build your credit as you go too. In my situation i had to buy a car upfront so i settled for a GTO. Remember to drive both, different people prefer different things.
12-10-2009, 03:19 AM
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I know a few people with GTO's.. I'd have to see if they let me drive one of them.
12-10-2009, 05:01 AM
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Will do. I have a decent amount of money saved up (nothing that would buy me a car, but would be a very nice down payment). It may seem ridiculous when I say this, but I'm only turning 18 later in 2010.. So I can't exactly walk into a BMW dealership at 17 years old and ask to drive the brand new 3 series lol. I wonder if there are any places where you could rent a BMW for the weekend?
I know a few people with GTO's.. I'd have to see if they let me drive one of them.
I know a few people with GTO's.. I'd have to see if they let me drive one of them.
Also had a few jobs since i was 14, and the 6 months before i bought my first GTO i had two jobs till 2 weeks before! It was worth it however IMO
12-25-2009, 03:07 PM
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Just like to add on the comparison. If you are tall (I'm 6'3"), my dads WS6 is just way to uncomfortable for me to drive and my GTO seems perfect for me to sit in. My dads also 50 and likes to bang gears in his red WS6. Can't talk him into heads, intake and a cam though.