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KING OF SPORTS CARS - Chevy Camaro SS 1LE - Review 

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The Chevrolet Camaro is on it's way out. Losing more and more market share to the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger, the Camaro has been abandoned by Chevrolet since it's emergency refresh a few years ago - slowly waiting to be axed. But before this unfortunate event becomes reality we test a fully-loaded Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE. And it might just be the best sports car you can buy!
With 455 horsepower and 455 lb-ft from the 6.2L LT1 V8 powering the rear wheels and an amazing optional 6-speed manual (aside from the annoying second gear lockout) the Camaro has the basics of a good muscle car / pony car down. But add the amazing Alpha chassis, communicative steering, and a well-tuned suspension into the mix and you get a car that is extremely lively, yet capable. At the same time the Camaro is incredibly cheap for it's performance, clocking in at $61,038.00 CAD here in Canada. But it isn't all rosy with the Camaro, and there are good reasons behind it's massive sales drop. Find out why in today's review!
Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio: / whitebataudio
00:00 Intro & Stats
01:00 Exterior Review
02:25 Interior - Comfort, Quality, Tech & Visibility
04:50 Interior - Rear Seats & Trunk
06:20 Driving - Drivetrain, Dynamics & Enjoyment
16:45 Final Thoughts - Camaro vs Mustang & Why It's Cancelled
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@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Can someone borrow me $60,000.00 CAD so I can buy one?
@darius.schulz
@darius.schulz Год назад
Get it leased (450$ per month)
@hjjr31
@hjjr31 Год назад
@@darius.schulz No dealer is going to lease you one of these because no one has one. You have to order one
@alwaysdriven
@alwaysdriven Год назад
Just spend 20 more grand and get the zl1 1le. Imagine the thrill and value it will hold down the road compared to ss. I'm saving up for one!
@MonacoMotorcars
@MonacoMotorcars Год назад
@@alwaysdriven 30 more grand here in Canada
@claudiucristian5632
@claudiucristian5632 Год назад
I’ll sell my 2017 2SS Fifty Anniversary Edition, with an LT4 supercharger, 600whp 609wtq. $150.000 CAD, $200.000 Aussy Dollars lol
@jellyii8886
@jellyii8886 Год назад
Better review than 95% of other car reviewers. A lot more insightful and less nerding about the numbers.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot!
@joe2SS1LE
@joe2SS1LE Год назад
Great review! Gotta love your genuine enthusiasm and your love for this American Icon V8 beast of a car
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Much appreciated!
@cardo1111
@cardo1111 Год назад
Well-done. Enjoyed the commentary.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot!
@louisgagliano8219
@louisgagliano8219 Год назад
Solid review, well done.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Much appreciated!
@vanillevaschnille9336
@vanillevaschnille9336 Год назад
What a gem of a car! Great review as always eric :)
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot! I certainly had a LOT of fun filming this 😄
@TheShiftKnob
@TheShiftKnob Год назад
The different and personal way you go about reviewing a/this car has caught my eyes and ears. Really loved it! Too bad though this car is eventually going to vanish some day. I absolutely agree to the fact that it just doesn't matter if you've got some more trunk space or anything of the features other cars in this segment are credited for. What it all boils down to is whether or not this is a true sports car - and dude it is. That's exactly what sets this vehicle apart from its other classical competitiors - even in their sports trims they don't even come close. And other stupidly expensive European cars aren't that good of a competitor either - because they neither have a V8 nor a manual. The Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE inn its current versison probably really is the most underrated sports car with the most reasonable price. Hope to own one of these sweet babies one day brand new.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot! It really is an amazing car and I won't lie: I'm looking at ways to get one!
@christianslense455
@christianslense455 Год назад
I'm driving my 18 2SS 1LE today from bike week Daytona up the coast A1A up to St Augustine. Your review made me smile. Car definitely hits you in the feels and is amazing in all aspects of driving. Mag ride and fat stabilizers and downshift rumbles up the coast 😎 😁😁
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Amazing, enjoy the drive!
@johnsmith-dx1rf
@johnsmith-dx1rf 8 месяцев назад
Better than average review. Not a bunch of 'stats' that I can find on 90% of other reviews. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this car.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA 8 месяцев назад
Appreciate it!
@patcurrie9888
@patcurrie9888 Год назад
Chevy quality beats Ford Mustang by a football field. I had a 2008 Mustang & a 2013 Camaro, worlds different
@myintegruns12s51
@myintegruns12s51 Год назад
2024 will be the last year of the ICE Camaro. Glad I have my ‘22 1SS 1LE manual. Most fun car I’ve ever owned.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
It's a shame, really. Glad you got one while you could!
@SOU5111
@SOU5111 10 месяцев назад
Nice review and agree with your thoughts. I just bought a 2023 1SS 1LE in sharkskin metallic. Wanted to get one before production ended. Have my daily driver Corolla paid off, so no worries about interior space of the Camaro. Awesome and fun to drive when I need to put a smile on my face. 😃
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA 10 месяцев назад
I am very jealous... Hoping to own one some day!
@dhruvjaswal
@dhruvjaswal Год назад
subscribed , loved your content. I just booked one in the same colour 1le just two days ago on Feb 11, 2023
@jacobinderbitzin7545
@jacobinderbitzin7545 Год назад
I get mine on March 8th I can't wait
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Just a few more days then! Thanks for subscribing and enjoy your Camaro!
@540chevhell9
@540chevhell9 Год назад
Very very good review. Fair.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Glad you enjoyed it!
@ELJefeReviews
@ELJefeReviews Год назад
Looks just like mine! Only difference is I opted for the 10spd automatic over the 6-speed. It's an excellent car and incredibly fun to drive!
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
I'm jealous! Glad you bought the car when you could.
@ELJefeReviews
@ELJefeReviews Год назад
@@GCCarsCA I see the writing on the wall. Might as well enjoy muscle cars while we still can.
@demonNthesn0w
@demonNthesn0w Год назад
@@ELJefeReviewsI’m looking to get one next year
@ELJefeReviews
@ELJefeReviews Год назад
@@demonNthesn0w Godspeed bro!🫡
@gtrance3567
@gtrance3567 Год назад
Great video and good job capturing exhaust sound. Trunk is good size, opening is small. I think visibility issues and a8 shudder hurt sales. At the same time, ev was probably Gm’s end go for a while now.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot!
@santosb9442
@santosb9442 10 месяцев назад
Question for you: Does the Le1 come with Recaro seats on black leather, and does it come with leather seats on the back?
@saviordream
@saviordream Год назад
I have a 2022 2SS 1LE in this same color, and it might very well be my favorite car I've owned, and I've had a number of fun, enthusiast cars: 2006 Evo IX MR, 2018 Subaru BRZ, 2019 Subaru STI, 2020 Mazda MX-5, and a 2019 Ford Focus ST. The Camaro is still the one I've found myself most looking forward to driving, and my one regret is that it's put away for the winter right now as it's just my weekend fun car and I only see it sitting in my garage waiting for the nice weather to get here. I, for one, am glad Chevy didn't compromise and decided to make it as much of a pure sports car as they could. While I'm sure it hurt their sales somewhat, those of us who can live with the compromises get a much better car for that. It's sad that more people didn't recognize just how good a car this was, but it kind of makes it a hidden gem for the enthusiasts who took the chance on a car that, unfortunately, seemed to get a lot of undeserved bad press.
@darius.schulz
@darius.schulz Год назад
Colour is really nice👍👍
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
She's a beauty that's for sure!
@camaro69green31
@camaro69green31 Год назад
LOVE LOVE This review my friend. Sooooo well done. You are truly a young man who gets the Camaro thing. These last Gen Camaros are the best by far and it is sad the industry (for now) are focusing on EV's. Makes me hurl. Gas engines will live on for a long time in my estimation.... here's hoping.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot for your kind words! Fingers crossed V8 sports cars stick around longer than it seems right now... but even if not, at least they went out with a bang!
@24tommyst
@24tommyst Год назад
Thanks, buddy. I might consider this over the ZL1 actually.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
While I haven't driven the ZL1, based on my experience with the CT5-V Blackwing and E63S I think that that level of horsepower will actually be too much for the road, unless you intent on spending a few nights in jail, ha. 450 horsepower is the sweet spot.
@dariuslattimore3668
@dariuslattimore3668 Год назад
A-1 review I love Camaro’s was a molar guy but after my ss Camaro! Bow tie guy for life 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a ton! It's impossible not to love the Camaro!
@sammacintyre2583
@sammacintyre2583 Год назад
When I went to test drive a 2017 SS 1LE I said what the hell is this lol. Best car I’ve ever owned. The balance between power and weight is amazing. I wish I would have never sold it. On a mission to get another. The suspension and 6 piston Brembo brakes are top notch. One of the best Camaro’s ever made.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Couldn't agree more!
@josels1292
@josels1292 Год назад
I really wanted a white 1le I was looking for one for about one year but no luck. I ended up finding a new SS1le in gray and bought it. I also have a white C5 corvette, my plan was to wrap the hood and put some black wheels on the vette. Wanted to make them twins. Well almost twins.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
They would look great next to eachother! Congrats on those two amazing cars!
@masterbeast1572
@masterbeast1572 Год назад
Loved it
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks!
@cprooks
@cprooks Год назад
It Would Be Nice If They Actually Fucking Made The Cars And Gave Out Allocations. 5-8 Built A Week Is A Joke
@rondavis5189
@rondavis5189 Год назад
I'm just curious as to no mention of the other selector switch for race mode along with the track mode? I also have a 2022 Rapid Blue 1SS1LE with the A10 and it makes a tremendous difference in performance and handling when you put it in full race mode and track mode.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Not quite sure what you are referring to right now. It's been a while since I drove the Camaro, but maybe that is only an option with the auto?
@rondavis5189
@rondavis5189 Год назад
@@GCCarsCA After you put the car in track mode, move forward to the traction button in front and push it down twice. Then you'll see your four different race modes.
@rondavis5189
@rondavis5189 Год назад
@@GCCarsCA I also have a 2022 ZL1 1LE in the Rapid Blue, and it makes a significant difference.
@iasphodox9994
@iasphodox9994 Год назад
Waiting to order my 2024 2SS 1LE 🙏
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Hope you get it soon!
@markwhitteck6055
@markwhitteck6055 3 месяца назад
So many people complain about the storage and no place to put stuff. They keep forgetting or don’t take into account that the 6th GEN Camaro was designed first as a race car/track car.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA 3 месяца назад
Which ultimately was the Camaro's downfall. I personally could live with the compromises that come with the Camaro, as the driving experience makes it worth it for me - but GM forgot that many people buy Mustangs and Challengers because they make for great dailies. I'm sure a slightly-less "pure" Camaro that has more storage and better visibility would have sold better. Unfortunately, we will never know.
@al151
@al151 3 месяца назад
Naaah fifth gen camaro was a boat and Chevy did what they could to shrink the car and loose 200-250 lbs. Sports and track cars are not meant for space or comfort. People buy these for daily but its their problem.
@AllIsWell_22
@AllIsWell_22 Год назад
You should also drive the Nurburgring legend that is the Camaro ZL1/1LE (In Manual of course!).
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
I'd absolutely love to do so! Hopefully Chevy puts one in the press fleet!
@mikesamson1930
@mikesamson1930 Год назад
Nice review. Video and editing was professional, and I liked the invisible hood view of the engine compartment. I have one on order, but also like the upcoming Mustang. The cost and the iPad interior made lean away. I think the Dark Horse will be better, and like the fact that the Coyote revs to 7500 rpm. I had a C6 Corvette and loved the low end response, but didn't like the lack of rev happiness. I was thinking the Coyote might give me some V8 love and an eager rev range. I have reservations about the trunk and interior, but hope it is not too much of a detriment. Thanks again for the review.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Thanks a lot! I think you put forth very good reasons for both cars. Personally, while I can't quite afford either the Camaro or Mustang right now, I do plan on getting one in a few years time. Later this year when I review the Dark Horse I will be able to decide which one I'm getting... I expect it to be very close!
@FL50ssp
@FL50ssp Год назад
@@GCCarsCA s650 is nothing more than refreshed s550 with a few frod bandaids thrown at it as usual. Don't expect it to be as competent and buttoned down as the first gen Alpha chassis.
@FL50ssp
@FL50ssp Год назад
If you are after a driver's car with the best chassis in the segment that is truly track ready off the lot and comes with a track warranty. You will be hard pressed to do better than a SS 1LE even taking price out of the equation.
@mikesamson1930
@mikesamson1930 Год назад
@@FL50ssp I am hoping that is the case.
@danaberman6929
@danaberman6929 Год назад
I have a 2021 SS 1LE with just over 2500 miles. It is my second vehicle for when I just want to cruise on the weekends. It can be a daily driver, but not in the rain or cold. I plan on hanging on to mine for a long time. You cannot beat the 6 speed, and having a Vette engine makes me feel even better. Some of the SS 1LE's got the 6.2's that were slated for the C7 Vette. If you look under the plastic engine shroud, some have performance center tag with engine builders name. Mine was built at the Kentucky Plant, Bowling Green.. Take a look whoever has the 1LE....
@1_sick1le
@1_sick1le Год назад
My 2023 2ss 1le has it. Only the manual 1LE cars got the PBC engines.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Oh wow that's super interesting, I had no idea! And enjoy your Camaro as much as you can, it's a very special car!
@wheelwrightpl9429
@wheelwrightpl9429 Год назад
If you catch a flat tire, and cannot patch it (common, due to never-ending construction where I live): enjoy possibly paying $3500 CDN dollars to replace all tires! (if they are too worn out, you must replace all). And BTW how do the front seat coolers work on those Recaros ?
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Personally I would probably switch to the tires to PS4S's after I've worn out the first set. The extra grip isn't really needed on the street and you'll also save quite a bit of money. The coolers I remember to work fairly well!
@sammacintyre2583
@sammacintyre2583 Год назад
Go test drive it on a curvy road!!! The steering and suspension is so precise
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA 11 месяцев назад
This is unfortunately as curvy as it gets in Ontario, ha! It's such a great car that I would love to be able to drive every day.
@92IsaacYun
@92IsaacYun 8 месяцев назад
I got the 2SS with the magnetic suspension not the 1LE since I don’t track at all. Just a daily driver and man same reaction i get laughing like a 5 year old kid
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA 8 месяцев назад
I'm super jealous! Would love to daily a Camaro... maybe one day!
@cdogtheman
@cdogtheman Год назад
I've ordered this same car and I've been waiting 7 months for GM to accept it. Don't think my dealership had an allocation but I was told they won't Start building them until spring which I find fishy cause dealers have 23s now. But thats edmontkn weather so idk
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Fingers crossed that you get your soon! You made a great choice.
@cdogtheman
@cdogtheman Год назад
@@GCCarsCA thank you 😊
@stevenpringle7813
@stevenpringle7813 Год назад
I am in Canada as well. You say "buy it". Well, I did. I ordered it in October. I am thinking however that I will never see the car because GM doesn't seem to like to build the 1Le. I heard that the last Camaro's will roll off the line on August 4 of this year. If this is true I am likely screwed. What are your thoughts on my chances of getting this car? Thanks.
@mercedrios9486
@mercedrios9486 Год назад
Don’t lose hope, I had ordered mine on July 22nd and barely got the ordered accept it by GM on February 6th. Goodluck!
@stevenpringle7813
@stevenpringle7813 Год назад
@@mercedrios9486 Thanks for the reply. Based on your experience I might see the order accepted in the spring if I am lucky. Hopefully before August when they stop making them.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Fingers crossed you get yours soon! It will be well worth the wait!
@demonNthesn0w
@demonNthesn0w Год назад
@@stevenpringle7813I gotta wait until next year to hopefully get one
@stevenpringle7813
@stevenpringle7813 Год назад
@@demonNthesn0w Did you order it yet or are you going to wait? You might not get it if you don't put the order in now.
@TrickyUtah
@TrickyUtah Год назад
Honestly if they just update the interior it would make a big difference
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
True! I just don't know how much they can add storage space to this generation.
@Moezer
@Moezer Год назад
It's a really big sports car lol I'm still debating if I should sell my 2ss5 gen or not
@al151
@al151 Год назад
Gen 5 is a bigger sports car. I went from a 12 2ss/rs ls3 gen5 to a 15 gtpp mustang and now drive a 22 2ss 1le manual. Camaro feels alot lighter and smaller than the other two. Gen 5 was a boat in comparison.
@Moezer
@Moezer Год назад
@@al151 gen 5 is a modern muscle car lost it's touch when it hit 6th gen to current years but the 6ths gens do drive nice
@patcurrie9888
@patcurrie9888 Год назад
Keep your 5th Gen. I traded mine in for a 2018. Too tight to get out of it in a parking lot, all 3 smaller dimensions make getting left leg out tougher.
@Moezer
@Moezer Год назад
@@patcurrie9888 I actually sold the car this morning lol
@ttman6197
@ttman6197 Год назад
Do the 2ss
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
This is a 2SS! 👍🏻
@Doberbull
@Doberbull Год назад
There will be a 2024 model.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Reports vary about that, but I hope you're right!
@Doberbull
@Doberbull Год назад
@@GCCarsCA I ordered a 2023 so I hope they don’t have a 2024 model for my personal financial reasons. Also, I hope they don’t do a 2024 going away package so I haven’t wasted my money on a 2023.
@patcurrie9888
@patcurrie9888 Год назад
Up to Jan 2024, that's it
@taratara5985
@taratara5985 10 месяцев назад
I got the 2023 ss in hot red boy. I love my girl
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA 10 месяцев назад
That's amazing! I'm hoping to own one of these beauties too some day!
@norwegianblue2017
@norwegianblue2017 Год назад
I've never sat in one, but I hear that the poor visibility and bunker-like interior was a deal breaker for a lot of people. Like you said, not many people can afford to have a dedicated track toy. It needs to be a daily driver as well, and here the Mustang wins. Real sports cars are just too small a segment of the market these days to have success as second fiddle in terms of sales. Such a shame, because this is the performance bargain of the decade. And the LT1 engine is just so nailed down at this point, I am sure it will outlast the more complex and harder working Coyote engines.
@stevegiu4232
@stevegiu4232 7 месяцев назад
I'm on my second 1le,,,its definitely a daily driver.stop crying about the visibility
@AustinMathias
@AustinMathias Год назад
I'm confused as to why you don't have your phone in your pocket.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
I find having a phone in my pockets while I'm sitting uncomfortable. Come to think of it, pretty much everyone I know takes out their phone while driving.
@allanrose3661
@allanrose3661 Год назад
The older generation that grew up with pony cars now drive trucks. Young people today care more about self driving cars and can't hang up their phones long enough to enjoy a car like this.
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
I mean I'm 23 so I'd consider myself part of the younger generation and I absolutely love this car, and so do many of my friends.
@allanrose3661
@allanrose3661 Год назад
@@GCCarsCA Good to hear that. I guess I see too many videos of people asleep at the wheel of their Tesla. LOL
@goldentrunnell7450
@goldentrunnell7450 Год назад
I had 2 different 67 Camaros, got married and had lots of trucks! I'm 60 now and reliving my youth. I'm looking at lots of 2013 1LE's which happen to be my favorite but I absolutely LOVE this rapid blue.
@allanrose3661
@allanrose3661 Год назад
@@goldentrunnell7450 Yeah I'm 63 and had a 66 Chevelle my first car. Planning on ordering an LT1 Camaro before they are gone. Hope you find a nice car.
@goldentrunnell7450
@goldentrunnell7450 Год назад
@ALLAN ROSE 66 is by far my favorite Chevelle. In fact it's one of my all time favorite cars in general.
@phillipallendreher6726
@phillipallendreher6726 Год назад
This guy must Be five foot talll
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
5 foot 7, so close enough I guess.
@joewhite9459
@joewhite9459 6 месяцев назад
Muscle car, the Corvette is a sports car the Camaro, especially with those rims, which are some of THE best looking oem rims to ever be produced is a Muscle car. I just got mine it's all black, Chevy did a great job with the matte hood and rear wing it really breaks up all of the gloss black. The Mustang used to have the best sounding stock exhaust but I had a 2016 GT350 and was not impressed with the sound, on my Camaro I keep the exhaust in touring mode and it still sounds amazing.
@zemaniak22
@zemaniak22 Год назад
Tell us how you REALLY feel… lol
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
I love it and I want one!
@juriebezuidenhout1319
@juriebezuidenhout1319 Год назад
Painful pity the Camaro not being build in right hand drive....😭
@claudiucristian5632
@claudiucristian5632 Год назад
It is, but for a very limited number to Australia only. But the price is not friendly.. at all😁
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
Can only imagine how expensive importing one must be!
@juriebezuidenhout1319
@juriebezuidenhout1319 Год назад
@@claudiucristian5632 here in South Africa we can import the RHD from Australia, with all the other conversions from LHd to RHD. In the end you pay 5 x the original price. On the other end, the C8 Corvette we get direct from factory.
@nicholas2523
@nicholas2523 Год назад
Key-o-tee 😂
@GCCarsCA
@GCCarsCA Год назад
I do have a funny mix of accents 😂
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