2018 Camaro ZL1 Review! (From a Corvette Owner...)
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
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I've got some new Corvette videos coming soon! Thanks for watching 👍
Cars, Costs and Technology i got a chevy sonic from the same dealership
Corvette 89 nice I wonder if it's just as fast
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Cars, Costs and Technology I appreciate seeing that you didn't beat the car up, and still gave a detailed walkthrough. shows a lot of maturity! Subscribed.
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I’ve done 12 track days across 3 states and 31000 miles in my 2018. BEST CAR, TRACK CAT, AND DAILY DRIVER ON THE MARKET !! 🏁🇺🇸🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
How reliable has it been?
Camaro Is the best car ever created
Yessir
Love camaros but no…it isn’t
Gt500
cameros are better than mustangs
Don’t know how I missed this video from a year ago. I love the ZL1. What a monster of a sports car.
Why would the dealer put their ugly ass logo above the ZL1 badge
They are trying to advertise. I always get a hair dryer and remove it without any damage to the paint. I don't like those ugly stickers either.
ZL1 is so beautiful.
I've always dreamed of having a Camaro since I was in high school.
My mother recently bought me one but it was just an RS. Nice. but not the best.
Great starting car. But I cannot wait until I save enough and can buy myself a ZL1.
Be grateful most mothers cant even buy there own son shoes.im currently working for a mustang gt even doe im only 15
Really had to say "Just an RS"
As a huge Corvette fan (and owner) , this is the first Camaro that would have me pause before buying a C7 Corvette. The performance/price ratio is absolutely insane! The alpha platform is good, very good!
Paul Nichols Traded in my Corvette for the ZL1. No regrets.
I ve had 7 vettes now a 2020 Zl1.Best American car i ve ever owned. And i had a 2011 Zr1 included in that bunch. This car just feels so good.
The Fact that this is a real review and with such good quality. You put so much effort, but you only have 4k subs. You don't do this just for the money, but also for the fans! Love this video man, quality content. Do what you love to do.
+Victor Yang Thanks Victor 👍 I really appreciate the feedback!
4 yrs later
44.4k subs
Never had a problem with visibility. I have a 2017 ZL1 and a 2SS, I am 6ft 2in and 218lbs.
Camaro lovers like here
my favorete car is a camaro!! 😊
Me too
Me three! Such a mean looking car!
I'm not leaving until they take that stupid dealer sticker off my rear bumper. Looks like shit.
ikr, luckily some bitch rear ended me and insurance covered it and replaced my rear bumper, so now its gone!
My first car was a 79 Z28......I’m definitely salvateing over this car!!
GM came with a so beautiful Camaro that makes it look awesome every year I like it a lot
What an absolutely sexy, beastly car. I haven't been a fan of Camaros in the past but this new gen is SO good I would actually consider buying a 2SS over a C7 Stingray (Eventually I'd trade it in for a Corvette) I applaud Chevy, they've absolutely killed it on their sports cars these past few years.
+Ian Baker They really are killing it! I love my C7 Corvette, and this ZL1 is a really incredible car too. This was my first experience with a sixth generation Camaro, and I'm definitely impressed. 👍 Thanks for watching!
Cars, Costs and Technology Amen. Anyway awesome video! Keep up the good work!
Ian Baker mmmmmmmmhhhhhhhmmmm, the only people still shitting on chevy's perfomance lineup at this point is mustang guys who can't take an L
Ian Baker ..even 14-15's 2ss/1le's were badass
@ Ian Baker, this gen is definitely growing on me! 😎😍😛
I'm a mustang owner but the new camaros are fucking awesome
+Jordan Reynolds They are both awesome cars 👍 I reviewed a Mustang last month. Check that video out if you have a chance! Thanks for watching.
No you're not. You don't own a car.
I seen one of these yesterday for the first time and I almost shat my pants Chevy finally got the Camaro right again after a lot of years!
Biggest problems I have with the ZL1 @ 3300 miles so far, and they are minor issues:
1. The location of the T/C control. I have the 6M and constantly hit it on/off
2. The locations of the radio controls. This is by far the worst of all 3
3. The seats are a little narrow but livable
4. Not sure if the rubber mats are standard or if they're the premium mats, they are a complete death trap for a car with a clutch. I tossed them out within the first 300 miles.
Other than that, I don't miss my GTR and I'm glad I moved over to the ZL1.
tower74 how does the zl1 compare to your gtr
tower74 Dude tell me about that traction control button location! You realize real quick when you accidentally turn it off lol 😂
The T/C button is only the first stage of turning off the "helper mode" of this car. When you actually follow the steps of hitting the T/C twice and it then will bring up a sub menu of more traction options. That's where you can really see how this car will get away from you in a hurry if you have no idea on how to drive. The GTR took all that away. Don't get me wrong, I was able to put the GTR sideways many times, but nothing like this car.
Too be honest they both have their plusses and minuses. The GTR was, well a race car. It was noisy as shit, you could hear everything. The ride wasn't that smooth too. The ZL1, is quitter (except for that whine from the supercharger...good thing) and it's a more comfortable ride. You're not feeling or hearing everything.
Power wise and handling. Obviously the GTR is AWD but the ZL1 will keep up with it in the corners. It does have a tendency to try to walk on you on corners but nothing I would say that is out of control. If you are at the point, it's probably too late anyways. Knowing that the car is on the edge and that it can take off on you if you don't respect it, is a plus. The GTR, well that you could sling around all day long and if you got too crazy the computer would step in to remind you that you are not in control.
tower74 Really? So what is that you like better about the ZL1 than the GTR? I would consider the GTR to be closer to a 'super car' and the ZL1 a 'muscle car', and the GTR to outperform the camaro in top speed, handling and even accelaration. Am I wrong? But, one thing I will say, as far as the 'fun factor' (doing burnouts, drifting etc) I would think the GTR not as fun to drive considering it has all wheel drive so you can't really break the back end loose and and have that kind of squirrely fun. Also, I would guess that the GTR would jump off the line quicker than the ZL1 since all 4 tires grab, as the camaro sits & spins for a second or two.
Nice review and great camera work and audio. I have watched a lot videos on the ZL1 and I like your technique, flow and overall content. Job well done my friend. I actually own a 2017 ZL1 and I absolutely frickin love the damn thing. Brings a smile to my face every time. Some people say it's a mid life crisis but I say I just have the need for speed. Do yourself a favour and upgrade your Stingray to a ZL1. Cheers.
Shatz 72 +1 Upgraded my C7 to the new ZL1 and really pleased. Comfortable dd, fast as hell, grip for days, with very nice touch points. A few of my buddies have done the same and really happy with the result as well. Camaro used to be a step down, now it's on par or better than the Corvette. Love both cars though.
xenfreder The Camaro will never be on par or better than the Corvette. Never has and never will be.
OneFastC4 - I will say this...the Corvette wins in the overall look BUT the Camaro wins with the 10 speed vs the 8 speed in the Corvette. The law suit for owners of the 2015-2017 Z06 overheating and going into limp mode is a not helping the brand or reputation. Finally Randy Popst admitted he felt the ZL1 felt more planted and handled ever so slightly better on the track. I am not trying to start a war but I originally had on order a Z06 but switched to the ZL1 and saved myself about 26K. Bottom line is I'd be very happy with either car and if the Camaro is classified as the little brother to the Corvette I am just fine with that.
Shatz 72 Yeah same here, my dealer had a ZO6 with the Z07 package parked next to the ZL1. Thought about it for a second, and left the dealer with the ZL1 absolutely no regrets!
Man, I have a 2013 ZL1 and all I want for future cars are newer ZL1's now.
What can I say? Another video well done 👍. I loved your spin on the driving segment of the review and how you went into describing the practical features of the car, besides just the over-the-top track ability of the car (stuff like the infotainment, interior lighting, seats). Totally agree with what you showed in the beginning; like the Hellcat, this car offers so much for the fraction of the cost of its competitors. I only hope that someday you get a Z06 or the new ZR1. I'd love to see a video of you taking that to the track someday!! Keep the videos coming man, awesome work. Oh and that intro, simply beautiful.
+dannySRT6.4 Thanks man! I always enjoy talking with a genuine car guy who doesn't hate other brands just because they have a preference. I think that you and I think a lot alike. A cool car is a cool car no matter what the badging says 👍 I'm glad that you liked the intro. I was worried that I got a little carried away with it lol.
+William Lanne Thanks man 👍 I really appreciate the feedback! I put a link to the intro song in the description.
No worries man, it was quite a spectacular edit.
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That's was the best video I have seen with so much good information very detail oriented. I knew the ZL1 camaro was a high performance car but man had no idea on those specs and the luxury you have for a track car. Cost seemed very reasonable espeacially when compared to luxury import sports cars. All I have to say is WOW!!!!!!! Awesome video I love your channel and can't wait to see your next GM car video
+ahnc 420 Thank you! I'm looking forward to my next GM vehicle review 👍 I really enjoyed this one.
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An interesting and thoughtful review of an impressive car. I do agree with the other comments about the speed of narration--in public speaking courses everyone is first taught to slow down their delivery! But otherwise nice camera work and good presentation. With respect to the Camaro itself, all the reviews that I have read have really pointed out the terrible visibility but this video does not make it look so bad. I have a C6 Corvette and would not want to trade away its excellent visibility (except when backing up to park). Secondly, there was also a lot of criticism about the cheapness of the interior compared to the Mustang but I am not convinced there is much difference. Why is it you can only get black or "ash gray" interiors on these cars? Dull dull dull.
In test laps of the nurburgring, the brakes in the ZL1 were so strong that the beads of the tires were slipping along the rim and they made a full 360 degree rotation from the starting point.
+Sam Stevenson That's crazy!
A well thought-out, mature, professional review.
Thank you for respecting the vehicle during your test drive.
I loathe the thought of these high performance vehicles being flogged right out of the gate. Especially during the test drives when these motors are at their most vulnerable.
In fact, when we bought our previous vehicle I remember watching some mook doing repeated launches in a new Golf R. And I mean _brand new_ too. It barely made it out of PDI before he started abusing it. I even remember making a comment to my salesman. Something along the lines of - _"I feel bad for the poor sap who eventually purchases _*_that_*_ car."_
He just motioned with his hand as though to say, "Out of sight - out of mind".
Stay classy my friend.
The comparisons you made against the Carrera gt and others is not only accurate but also shows that you don't need the prestige to have a really fun car.
There's no doubt that the exotics have a place in the hearts of enthusiasts.....it's just getting harder and harder to justify paying triple the price for performance that might not be as good as 70k camaro.
The 10 speed is shared with Ford which is good for keeping costs low for potential buyers.
The zl1 has performance that would rip the front end off a civic.....not to mention the fact it looks extremely aggressive. Great bang for your buck.....but I'll stick with my c6
Some of the cars on the list of lap times that rank far below the ZL1 make me cringe... Cars that are still selling for 4-5 times the price of the ZL1 even after a few years of depreciation. I certainly don't want to undermine some of those legendary supercars, but numbers don't lie. I can only imagine what the new ZR1 is going to be capable of after spending a little time with this ZL1!
I went into a dealership the other day and me and my friend asked if we could open the door to the corvette cause we didn't know if the alarm would go off my friend got in the driver's seat and the worker left and came back with a big ring of all thr keys and told him start it I said can I start the zl1 and he was like yeah it made my day lol shook the windows
I love how detailed and honest your videos are. Keep up the great work.
Great video and review!
Dearly wish we got these in Australia
DEVLAD It was gonna cost Mr around 250k to import and convert to rhd
Wow, that's a lot more than I would have expected
DEVLAD
They are coming in 2019 or 2020....
We had them in Philippines around 55k+ for the base model but they were pulled out. they were not selling that good.
I have the new GT3 and this Camaro is a car that gives you almost the same performance for $100k less depending on options( these newer GT3 owners are worried more about deviated stitching that going to the track, loading the cars with 60-80k worth of worthless options) This Camaro is one that will be in my garage soon.
The US is just a paradise for car guys atm...If I was US american, I wouldn't know which car I would get (if I had the money for it). Especially the Hellcat Challenger (widebody) and the Camaro ZL1 1LE I madly in love with. The just look awesome and the value for money is awesome!
+Eltern10 It's definitely a great time to be a car guy right now! So many awesome options to choose from 👍 Thanks for watching!
Again, new subscriber here. Nice production qualities. Keep up the good work.
Thank you 👍🏻
Well done and very professional.
If your taking feedback, i would get a microphone for the engine so we can hear it better when your not talking
I've watched a couple of your videos now, you are a good presenter, a good speaker, and I like how you discuss some of the basic of costs of ownership. Also, Greer, SC is only about 2 hrs from where I live. I've never owned a V8 muscle car, but who knows. I almost bought a C7 Corvette on my most recent purchase but practicality won out this time, maybe next time. I hang out with lots of Corvette guys each year at the Petite LeMans, if you haven't been, it's worth the drive.
+S2kDude36 Thanks man 👍 I appreciate the feedback. It's a small world!
Speaking fast and rock back ground music! Thank you. Tired of all the 21-year-olds giving reviews on these cars with their little squeaky hip-hop sounding music. Done right brother
+Tim R. Lol thanks man 👌
Really nice review thoroughly enjoyed. What a nice car! If only you could see out of the thing . I'm a GM shareholder and I've thought about writing GM CEO Mary Barra, who is quite a car gal, she personally owns a manual Z06, and asking her why they didn't rework this car to give better visibility. Even though this car, at least on paper is better than than the Mustang, it's lagging in sales, in my opinion it's because of the "no visibility styling ". But, boy does it go and handle no doubt!
I love your channel and how you review the cars.
I've been waiting for this video, glad to see it is out.
+kevin tate Sorry for the delay... I posted the Instagram teaser way too soon.
king of american muscle
That car is so clean!
You are so clean too
Mr Crazy nuu you’re clean Mr Crazy >.
Nothing like good ole American muscle......Great review.
Only "BMW"
This video helped me with the purchase of my 2021 zl1 A10
The ZR-1 more than likely will also have a TVS S/C but if it's going to be the same size as this 1.9 unit that the ZL-1 and Z06 remains to be seen with the DOHC LT-5 powerplant. The only complaint I have with the Gen 6 Camaro is the tank vision slits they pass off as side windows in back and front. Hard to check blind spots when trying to merge onto highway on ramps and lanes.
Question for you. As a youtuber, after the rush of making a vid that gets 1.7 Million views does one lose motivation to make videos knowing how hard it is to find that next 1 M video? I hope to find out one day but thought I would ask. Your channel is one of a few that inspired me to go for it. Thanks for that!
Great question. To this day I still have no idea how many views a video will get when I upload it. A few months ago I uploaded a video that ended up getting over 400,000 views, and I thought it wouldn't be that popular. More recently I uploaded a video that had much more action in it that only got 4,000 views lol. I've learned over the years that you can't make content strictly because you think it will get views, or avoid content that you don't think will get views. Make what you enjoy and don't stress about it. Good luck with your channel 👍🏻
Might want to learn what that big white solid stripe is for at red lights and stop signs, here's a hint, you stop BEFORE you get to it and NOT half way onto it.
+Chad Boutchyard Thanks Chad 👌
8:25 the Nurburgring lap times . I found it interesting taht Fords N/A 5,2 engine with less power is only 3 sec. slower than the ZL1 ;-) Do you know where the C7 Z51 or the C7 Z06 is between ??
Play at 0.75 speed lol
I don't get it
@@GalacticBlader he talks super fast
Good review. Good information. But, would have liked to have heard your impressions on the "steering feel" (e.g. how "connected to the road" it felt or if it was vague, was it accurate? Etc.).
Ceramic brakes. I think for "daily driven cars" are unnecessary. Most of us will never really push our cars that hard...enough to see any benefit on the street. Driving at "near speed limits". But the option does help sell cars and pad the bill for the car. :)
Also, I would have liked to have heard your impressions of the "supercharger lag". Was it "minimal"? Did they power come on suddenly and progressively. How noticeable was it? I prefer naturally aspirated cars.
You need amica insurance. They will send you check at end of year and no questions asked when you have issue. Liberty mutual wanted to put bondo on a z06 rear bumper when I got hit before.
don’t know why but I’ve now watched this video 20 times just because it’s so damn good
+Mark The Creator Lol thanks man! It's all yours watch as many times as you would like 👍
This car looks so good !!!!
Corvette is my biggest dream, the latest Corvette c8 is crazy sexy and a beast,but it's pricey in my country, camaro too, but who knows, if I'm genius enough to gain money, i might be able to buy my drean camaro
Just got the chance to drive one today.
New dream car.
Thank you for the review!!
Great video dude. I'm glad you decided to take the professional test drive and not dog out this car that someone plans to buy. Very classy
+J. Willi Thank you 👍 Some people complained about it in the comments, but I wouldn't feel right about beating up someone else's future car. Thanks for watching!
2020 ZL1 I love 💘 the car can't wait till May
Great review. I’ve wanted a corvette for a long time and considering buying a stingray very soon. But this has given me something else to think about!
+AntBear13 They're both great options 👍 I'm a little biased toward Corvettes though lol. Thanks for the feedback!
Cool vid very informative it's pulling me away from the charger hellcat
I actually teared up watching this video. This car is so beautiful...
Great video....i just wish I could've heard the supercharger system more.....keep up the good work but next time don't have the background music so loud and we can really hear how it sounds
Thanks for the feedback 👍🏻
I'm curious how you pay so little in insurance. I pay that much on a stock ass jetta!
Good driving record
I get the East coast feeling watching this video
I got the 14 zl1 but this is a bad boy ...
Dude you are the best. I didn't even know that you could change the strobe lights inside.
Well done. My only issue is that someone is excited about an automatic transmission.
This guy is so good! How does he not have more subscribers?
Thank you!
Great videos man.They get better and better each time. Subscribed!
+Dylan Altobelli Thanks for the feedback! Feel free to leave suggestions on what type of car you would like to see next 👍
This makes my 2016 look old lol
Good review.
Coming from a Dodge SRT8 and going to either a C7 or ZL1
I'm torn on which one to go with.
This is the only Camaro that is able to swing me away from the 93-02 generation. I love the 4th gens. Especially the 1997 LT4 firehawk and camaro. My only wish is that they were to put the Z28 Carbon Fiber brakes on the car.
steve v might have to wait for the next z/28 but whatever insanity that car would need to be brought back
Brilliant car! Of course down here in Houston I would get the cooled seats option.
Corvette and Camaro are the baddest one that you ever did see
Can a BIG guy fit ok driving this car?
My father worked/retired from the Ford Motor Glass Company in Nashville many many years ago. Obviously, I grew up on Mustangs. I actually like the Camaro 1LE better than any Mustang that is out now. If I get one, my dad can't ever know about as even though he is 90 now, he would drive up to Kansas City and beat my ass. Thanks for the video.....
This Camaro is actually going to draw some from the Corvette crowd. Don't know if I can take a Corvette over a ZL-1. It may be time for the c8
1st Gen C8 I’ll pass..
I hope my country will receive this model and make 3.5cc or 4.0cc
looks good in white actually
I'm a manual transmission guy but I'm actually considering this 10-speed transmission.
Don't do it.
I know you like the ZL1 better..
Good info, can wait to put my hands on those wheels, camaro here I come
Currently own a tuned 2014 Audi s4. I always wanted a camaro. Eventually I will buy one and keep the s4 as a daily. This review is great.
Ronald Lovos ...you'll buy a Camaro but drive a tuned Audi s4 daily... ok..I guess I'm missing something there.
THE1ONE2016 the s4 is more of a daily driver. Quattro system best for all seasons. Zl1 could be my summer.
650 hp wow
My only gripe , and its a small gripe , is that the front blinkers are not led , if im paying 60k for a car I better get premium lights all around
Dude slow down why are you talking like you have 30 seconds total. Pause....breath.
i stopped watching it was driving me crazy. nice shots though and that dealer is really cool for letting him do that.
Yep, same here.. it's a fast car.. that doesn't mean you have to talk so fast...
RayJ-HT seriously, I can't listen to this whole video. The speed of his voice is annoying!
Literally laughed
Changed playback speed to X.75. Sounds normal lol
I replaced my $300 each pirelli tires on my mustang with sumitomo brand for half the cost. They are way stickier and better. I recommend folks cross shop tires at a website like tirerack....sometimes u are paying for a name only.
Music + exhaust/ supercharger whine= extreme frustration
Probably some of the best review on RUclips right now. Definitely gunna sub and hit the notifications. Keep it up brotha.
Thanks Brandon! I really appreciate the feedback.
That Bradshaw dealer sticker above the ZL1 logo would irritate me beyond reason. When I pay a premium price for a car of this caliber (whether a ZL1 Camero or my 2016 C7), I do not expect to be a rolling billboard for anything other than an amazing ride. When I picked up my C7, it was written into the contract that no stickers would be attached, anywhere. Sure, put your license plate frame on there if you must, but never anything permanent. I’m not buying a second hand Kia.
Cant wait till they come to Australia
Greetings from Ukraine🖐️🇺🇦. Dream machine😍🔥
As a 2010 Camaro owner I keep wondering why no one ever mentions how useless the sun visors are in every Camaro since mine. It's tiny. Why is this never addressed and why hasn't it been fixed yet? Come on Chevy, get your act together and actually turn that thing to the side and see how little of the window it blocks.
Cant wait to get this car
Only Camaros that get respect from me are the ZL1s, Z28s, and Super Sports. Don't really like any others.
Inspiration _ not even the new SS
Cool. Similarly, over the past 12 years, the 50 or so (I lost count) Mustang variants that have been desperately introduced have underperformed and in many cases are more expensive. Worse, they got uglier, while the Camaro evolved.
+Inspiration _ This was my first experience with a sixth generation Camaro, and I was very impressed.
Nothing compares to the newest gen Camaros for the butt ugly body style
the best SS is 2010-2013
Thats my dreamCar
Same
One day, bro
What is the EXACT year model and options. Because I want to have a black spoiler, white hood and black outlines on the back lights. AND the only thing I want on a camaro is the exact grill of this car. Is there a slower and Cheaper Version under 30 000 with that grill?
Man I love muscle cars but I just mostly love dodge but camaro is nice though and awsome with that nice muscle car sound that is extremely powerful I 💙 it alot 🙄🙄😎😃😂😂👍👍
I already bought 4 extra sets of tires including a set of slicks that will push your lap time by a half second on most local tracks like mine.
This car is my dream
Valet mode will never be turned on in my ZL1-1LE because no valet will come close to it!
Like Jay Leno said MEN park their own cars, and I agree with your statement!
fast talker love it