2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE - One Take

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  • The Camaro's 1LE handling/performance package is the easiest way to make the most out of your V6, V8, or Supercharged V8 2016+ Camaro. It features, for just $6,500, Brembo Brakes, an electronic LSD, Magnetic RIde Control, dual mode exhaust, upgraded seats, short throw shifter, and subtle aerodynamic improvements. For those who value handling dynamics, the 1LE package, available on all Camaro models, is the way to go.
    Check it out on Wheelwell!
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  • @garf117
    @garf117 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1144

    guy admits he just started manual and uses auto rev match... I like this guy, he's got moxie.

    • @hovnojede010101
      @hovnojede010101 7 ปีที่แล้ว +191

      What the fuck is "cringeworthy" about heel-toe rev matching? That is the stupidest thing I have read this morning.

    • @LegendInThaMakin
      @LegendInThaMakin 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Tom T. I think he means he doesn't think MF is that great a driver.

    • @pmp1337
      @pmp1337 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      he did his homework. that's so cute.

    • @dlg5485
      @dlg5485 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Nothing wrong with rev matching, I'd use it. I wouldn't mind learning to properly heal-toe, but it's not the end all be all far as I'm concerned. I've always been annoyed by Matt's hard line on it.

    • @garf117
      @garf117 7 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      D LG heel toe feels awesome when done right. it can also make you loose control of your car on track if done wrong at the limit. if you daily a manual you can get the hang of it in few days. it's one of those "seconds to learn, but years to master" things in life.

  • @WillowDailyShorts
    @WillowDailyShorts 7 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    When you genuinely like a car Matt, it absolutely shines through in your videos.

  • @Parabloop3r
    @Parabloop3r 7 ปีที่แล้ว +308

    Screamin' hot deal, hope plenty of people buy it so GM can invest even more R&D money and keep making awesome performance cars.

    • @matt6951
      @matt6951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Well, they didn't. I blame gm.

    • @gesalbte
      @gesalbte 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@matt6951 GM sucks. But at least Camaros are still running reliably (most of them), and the last gen redesign (2019-2024) that GM just discontinued looks classy and so old-school.

  • @tylercouture216
    @tylercouture216 7 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    No lift shift is the most forgotten and underated feature in chevy cars

    • @pancakeking2467
      @pancakeking2467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how does that work exactly? so you can essentially just shift without letting off? just learned sticvk in a 63 vette so im pretty new the manual and modern day manuals at that

    • @babiivo1
      @babiivo1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@pancakeking2467 Yes, you can shift without letting your foot off of the throttle pedal.

    • @851995STARGATE
      @851995STARGATE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pancakeking2467 someone basically answered you but on the mechanical side it does a very short ignition or fuel cut so it's not damaging to anything

    • @ll.7927
      @ll.7927 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pancakeking2467 this is for newer cars with drive by wire. Older cars u can hold down the throttle n still shift.

  • @hunterbaker4906
    @hunterbaker4906 7 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    It's awesome how America is becoming a hub for amazing handling/fast cars. Ford with the GT350 and Ford GT and Focus RS. Chevy with ZL1, ZO6, and ZR1 And Dodge with the Viper and Hellcats and the new Dodge Demon

    • @josephandreuccetti8043
      @josephandreuccetti8043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hunter Baker The Colbalt SS Turbo held The Nurburgring record for fwd.
      Low key Eco tech engines are comparable to 4G63 evo motors. Just the chassis they come in aren’t exactly a fan with tuners

    • @scheeenfilmiesgucke
      @scheeenfilmiesgucke 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree generally, yet the Focus RS is German, from Cologne.

    • @jacobtaylor8975
      @jacobtaylor8975 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hear, hear! Death to the "American Boat" stereotype!

    • @ciello___8307
      @ciello___8307 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Joseph Andreuccetti its the cobalt name. Regular cobalts were POSs

  • @dlane5447
    @dlane5447 7 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    I liked that he wasn't trying to act like he knew everything he was like fuck tbh idk

    • @JC-lc5fo
      @JC-lc5fo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      David Lane I like that he's honest though, some people can't admit not knowing something.

  • @Teezeboy
    @Teezeboy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +703

    I would rather have my Camaro plastic dash then a German car out of warranty.

    • @emce3ime_linuxtechaddict936
      @emce3ime_linuxtechaddict936 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      You can prob add extra 100 HP to a camero every time you go fix a same priced Audi.

    • @Andrew-on5do
      @Andrew-on5do 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      EMCE3IME_LINUXTECHADDICT I wouldn't buy the Audi if I couldn't afford to fix it.

    • @DimitriosChannel
      @DimitriosChannel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen.

    • @Teezeboy
      @Teezeboy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Looks like somebody butt hurt lol

    • @koopaGG
      @koopaGG 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      My 3 series out of warranty was a nightmare

  • @evanescent0311
    @evanescent0311 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I got one of these after a Porsche Boxster 718S and I haven't regretted it at all.

    • @nr92cp6
      @nr92cp6 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's nuts. Such different beasts, but they're both great. Interestingly, I'm looking at getting either a CPO 981 S or an SS 1LE as my next car. Has to be good for daily use, weekend fun, and HPDEs. Any thoughts?

    • @kojack635
      @kojack635 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Derek Ferrell Definitely the SS 1LE. Cheaper and easier to maintain. Sounds WAYYYY better. V8 is much better than a turbo 4 banger that sounds like a subaru boxer engine

    • @derpanzerkommandant4641
      @derpanzerkommandant4641 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm German and would take the Camaro over the Porsche. Great looking cars, realiable and great sound.

  • @MJK8TheSimRacingDad
    @MJK8TheSimRacingDad 7 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    As a 2017 SS 1LE owner, this review is spot on!!!! I also recommend you override the steering to always stay in touring mode as it has just as much feel as the other modes without feeling fake heavy.
    I waited from late 2015 for this car to get here. I ordered one the first week they were available and now it's my daily driver with 6,200 miles on it. I have driven it on a 1,000 mile road trip to and from Daytona for the Rolex 24. This car lived up to all the expectations I had of it! I have yet to feel the need to mod anything. I originally thought I would upgrade pads and tires but even the OEM Ferrodo pads and GY Supercar 3's are KILLER!!!

    • @ryanm3797
      @ryanm3797 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You said artificially heavy when the sportier modes are selected, but how does it compare to a decent hydraulic rack? Is it numb and disconnected? I like to feel the road through the tires and suspension translated up to the wheel, even if it's just changing lanes on the highway.

    • @MJK8TheSimRacingDad
      @MJK8TheSimRacingDad 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I think it feels great! The road feel doesn't change with the modes, only the weight. However you are able to notice the road feel more in tour since you aren't having to work harder to turn the wheel.

    • @N4CR
      @N4CR 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      EPS can be done well. NSX (1) is revered as one of the finest handling/feeling cars ever made, Senna helped develop it and it was based on the feel of the McLaren.
      S2000 is also highly regarded in this department.
      Guess what most motoring 'journalists' don't know?
      They both use the same EPS system. So Honda did EPS in the late 90s/early 00s perfectly. Everyone else just didn't put in as much effort until recently... this is why I laugh when I see people mock EPS. Most don't know that the 'godfather' of them all, the NSX, is EPS.

    • @troymuni6120
      @troymuni6120 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I like the Sport setting the best personally.

    • @livalittle100
      @livalittle100 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you mind if I ask you what kind of car you had before the Camaro?

  • @ItsMikeArre
    @ItsMikeArre 7 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    Lmao my dog kept barking at the door when Matt was knocking on the dash of the Camaro 😂😂😂

  • @samghanavati7806
    @samghanavati7806 7 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I have 2017 1le and I love it. I had a M3 before.

    • @quentonmillstid850
      @quentonmillstid850 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      sam Ghanavati yoir not the smartest are you?

    • @jimhimesjr
      @jimhimesjr 7 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Quenton Millstid what a coincidence that someone that spells your as "yoir" is telling someone else they are not the smartest. Lmao.

    • @Knogooseness
      @Knogooseness 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      And then not even use the correct use of "'you're." Lol

    • @sergsrt8
      @sergsrt8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@quentonmillstid850 yoir

    • @yessir843
      @yessir843 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sergsrt8 YOIR IN DA WRONG PLACE HOMIE

  • @AMAZINGBEAST6
    @AMAZINGBEAST6 7 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    Says he won't be modifying it at the end.....I'll give that 6 months

    • @TheAngryHusky
      @TheAngryHusky 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Took me a year to modify my 15 1LE that I said I wouldn't touch until the warranty was up. lol

    • @phillipberk5767
      @phillipberk5767 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +SG Carter I would do exhaust on mine, but I don't really see the point of doing that much on brand new car until warranty runs up.

    • @stevenp3176
      @stevenp3176 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nathan Lamb Short of FI there's not much power in bolt ons these days. Other then making it a little louder I agree just stay warranty friendly.

    • @Game-The-System
      @Game-The-System 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I laughed at your comment. Modding is easy, but modding the power-train or suspension is a bit harder on these (even the SS)...because they're just that good.

    • @yessir843
      @yessir843 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Game-The-System is this the car with the overheating diff? cant remember

  • @JH-tj5kp
    @JH-tj5kp 7 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I may be alone in this opinion, but I don't mind hard plastic dash stuff so much any more. The hard plastic they are using for dashes these days are much better than in the past. It usually has better texture and feel, but what I like most is that it's easy to clean and doesn't eventually crack or tear like soft dash covers sometimes do.

    • @6ixspeedstang186
      @6ixspeedstang186 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      J H pretty much feel the same way as u

    • @THEAVERAGEGAMER13
      @THEAVERAGEGAMER13 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      J H yeah saying "this dash isn't soft" is just how shitty car reviewers show how little they know I mean honestly how often do you touch your dash? As long as it looks nice and the parts you actually touch are nice and soft who cares?

    • @THEAVERAGEGAMER13
      @THEAVERAGEGAMER13 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      J H he also bought a Focus for the same price as a Camaro and he says the interior thats the same materials as all the other focuses minus the seats and maybe steering wheel so he's clearly an idiot

    • @6ixspeedstang186
      @6ixspeedstang186 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Keith Payne yea as nice as a focus RS is I couldn't buy one for anything in the 40s. Same thing with cars like the sti, etc.. once u hit 40s the best cars are going to be the camaro ss/1LE, mustang gt/performance pack premium, challenger/charger srt. Nothing else comes close for 40s in terms of power and features of the big 3. All are over 400 horsepower and offer lots of options. No other set of cars come close for under 50k.

    • @passthetea153
      @passthetea153 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      J H Not alone on that opinion. I care about looks, performance and reliability the most. As long as I have nice materials on areas where the driver normally touches I'm good.

  • @MithroJin
    @MithroJin 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I am a Ford guy, but got to say the new SS and 1LE are mean as Hell for the price.

  • @Zcypot
    @Zcypot 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    damn, this car has changed so much I honestly dont know which year/models I can keep up with. I know I give the 2010s a run for their money, but as they get newer they get faster D:. I havent even bothered playing with the new SS, that thing is a monster.

  • @djw5415
    @djw5415 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love this guy he's honest! Isn't afraid to say he just learned manual and doesn't know what a E diff is.

  • @jonathandavy3696
    @jonathandavy3696 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I absolutely love my 2015 1LE but I'm so tempted to get the new one. Also Coming from a heavily modified Subaru, I told myself I would keep mine stock.. Now I'm over here with full bolt ons, cam, E85 and tune. haha.. Sweet car Nick!

  • @BrassStacks
    @BrassStacks 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    "Hang on... HAMMER DOWN!" -cut to partial throttle driveby-
    lmao!!

  • @rlsjunior797
    @rlsjunior797 7 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Matt you've got to understand that part of the reason they can sell a car that performs that well for $45k is because the interior materials are cheap. For me that's to be expected. Look at the cars it competes with for that price.........

    • @VictorMartinez-dv9cf
      @VictorMartinez-dv9cf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ronald Stonecipher thats because its a track car. Not because the interior is cheap. You want a good interior package, get the 2ss not the 1le

    • @josephandreuccetti8043
      @josephandreuccetti8043 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ronald Stonecipher Far nicer than what they were

    • @undefeatedgaul3201
      @undefeatedgaul3201 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Victor Martinez get the 2ss 1le

    • @al151
      @al151 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@undefeatedgaul3201 3 years ago 2ss 1le was history lol

  • @theroadahead415
    @theroadahead415 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Picked mine up yesterday and I’m in love!

  • @RPProductions
    @RPProductions 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Solid review Matt and Nick!! Couldn't agree more about the "bang for your buck" aspect this car has.

  • @buildingsalvage
    @buildingsalvage 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Easiest going owner yet? This guy was really laid back and honest. Love this.

  • @jeffreymoore4132
    @jeffreymoore4132 7 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    That is a ton of performance for 43k. Makes me reassess the value proposition of plenty of other sports or performance cars.

    • @totalmikie
      @totalmikie 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jeffrey Moore
      Yeah, right...

  • @AaronHendu
    @AaronHendu 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I drool over the roads more than the cars in these One Takes! What a gorgeous day to be out there as well.

  • @drew.851
    @drew.851 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! I have a 2017 camaro 1LE as well. I have had several sport cars and this one is by far my favorite. I really look forward to driving it everyday. Thanks for the review Matt!

  • @Oldmurray9323
    @Oldmurray9323 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    in the market for one of these. Been waiting for you to drop this on us since i heard you say you drove it on the podcast. I cant be anymore impressed by this car. thanks Matt!

  • @MegaBob2111
    @MegaBob2111 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    man this car is so sick

  • @NeMayful
    @NeMayful 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Exactly the same case here. I am coss-shopping a M3 and Camaro SS 1LE, and I have been driven german cars for my entire life.

  • @3rdGenGuy
    @3rdGenGuy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The 1LE is the Camaro to buy in my opinion.
    The 6 speed scares away the NON-car enthusiasts

    • @Dolby109
      @Dolby109 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exactly. A bunch of suspension goodies + manual only = enthusiast edition.

    • @hunteraltman4762
      @hunteraltman4762 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      V6 or v8? I'm considering v6 for lighter front feel

    • @hunteraltman4762
      @hunteraltman4762 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And autocross!

    • @joe718gt4
      @joe718gt4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@hunteraltman4762 v8 is part of the Camaro experience

  • @liquidleopard4495
    @liquidleopard4495 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This road reminds me so much of New Mexico, Hwy 82.
    The longer I'm stuck in Virginia the more I miss New Mexico mountain roads.

    • @michaelhumel4288
      @michaelhumel4288 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I lived in Alamogordo for 10 years. I was stuck in Virginia as well for 7 years. Now I'm stuck in Ohio. I miss the mountains and the green chili.

  • @dshu15
    @dshu15 7 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    The Camaro is looking better and better each day, especially since Ford fucked up with that 2018 Mustang redesign!

    • @brandondannys-menary3678
      @brandondannys-menary3678 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Daniel Shulman How? The new mustang is great and sounds mean

    • @JFinns
      @JFinns 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love Mustangs (drove a Bullitt daily for 10 years) but new ones are too big and too heavy. Camaro blows it away right now.

    • @aamir1972
      @aamir1972 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      LOL this comment did not age well. Check out the 2019 Camaro everyone if you don't know what I'm talking about

    • @MrSamdabeast
      @MrSamdabeast 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@aamir1972 seriously it looks terrible even in person

  • @eddiet204
    @eddiet204 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m a hardcore Mustang guy, but the 1LE will beat serious ass on the street and road course all day long right off the showroom floor. Add a power adder and it’s nolo contendre. It’s the working mans super car. Long live the 1LE!

  • @danryan2810
    @danryan2810 7 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    It's a young Mathew Perry (Chandler)...

    • @_baller
      @_baller 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dan Ryan 17 again?

    • @foxxrider250r
      @foxxrider250r 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      lmao knew he looked familiar

  • @Laeadern
    @Laeadern 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man the new SS just sounds so damn nice. I really don't think they need any aftermarket parts, i think GM did it pretty much right.

  • @nedaCFilms
    @nedaCFilms 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    GM has taken the title back! Love the new Camaro.

  • @chipgrip
    @chipgrip 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Crossed the double line playing with the traction control matt, love seeing a manual v8 review though, love you're work

  • @robertbeneshan9249
    @robertbeneshan9249 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    How many times does he have to tap on the 1le dashboard before we know he's a Mustang fan boy?

  • @Mamo878
    @Mamo878 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those are Recaro seats in the 1LE package.
    Here's the official 1LE list of goodies:
    Ss 1le Track Performance Package
    includes (J6M) Brembo Red, 6-piston front monobloc calipers, 4-piston rear calipers, 2-piece rotors, performance, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc brakes, (G96) electronic limited slip differential, (NPP) dual-mode performance exhaust, (F55) Magnetic Ride Control, (FE4) performance suspension, (FTJ) Satin Black front splitter, (DSM) Satin Black hood wrap, (D5S) Satin Black rear blade spoiler, (R0G) 285/30R20 front and 305/30R20 rear, blackwall, summer-only tires, (RSK) 20" x 10" front and 20" x 11" rear Satin Graphite forged aluminum wheels, (AQJ) RECARO performance front bucket seats, (UV6) Head-Up Display, (N26) sueded-wrapped, flat-bottom steering wheel and (KS9) sueded-wrapped shift knob

  • @CactusJones7
    @CactusJones7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What is this? I thought Nick had 2 ZL1s

  • @baystatemetals1678
    @baystatemetals1678 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOL this dude is like a mirror of me... German car fan, the last car was an M3, had 1 Japanese (Infiniti G37), and my very first car was a Chevrolet Lumina. Bought my 2nd American vehicle ever which was a 5th gen ZL1 in 5-speed manual (first ever manual car). Man these cars are AWESOME!

  • @lawlaw1
    @lawlaw1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Not even listening, can't take my eyes of the surroundings. 🙌🏻

  • @JonFox1945
    @JonFox1945 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ive always liked the white with black, the contrast just speaks out to me

  • @edgarr3158
    @edgarr3158 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love these new camaros especially the 1le i got the privilege to drive one for 270 miles for work

    • @carloscintron3616
      @carloscintron3616 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Edgar Robles did you drive my 1LE from Houston to San Antonio? :)

    • @edgarr3158
      @edgarr3158 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Carlos Cintron no it was in Virginia but that would of been pretty sweet to have driven your 1le :)

  • @user-NofaceNocase
    @user-NofaceNocase 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Almost done paying my 2014 ss off but really want the 2018 since they are way better in every way idk if i wanna start all over but damm the new ss are so fast

  • @infidel900rr
    @infidel900rr 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Great car, great review... omg, stop hitting the dash!!

  • @johnis300
    @johnis300 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I picked up a 2016 2ss a few months ago with a 6spd fully loaded with mrc and npp I love it

  • @t-lawsfitness6044
    @t-lawsfitness6044 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love how American cars have crazy power and handling now a days but people still complain about some hard plastic even though a bmw equivalent would be $80k 🤣 how dumb

  • @adamklick7940
    @adamklick7940 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this guy is good. think he could start his own channel. comes across very well as a TV personality !

  • @Pigeonbutter8790
    @Pigeonbutter8790 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love that spoiler

  • @MeLikeNike
    @MeLikeNike 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very enjoyable One Take. Two dudes being honest AF and saying how it is. Well done, gents 👍

  • @trackntrail2869
    @trackntrail2869 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lol I just ordered a car in this exact spec/color. Cant wait!

    • @passthetea153
      @passthetea153 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Drotography You're gonna love it!!

    • @markspeelman9169
      @markspeelman9169 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can I ask, was ordering it any more expensive than buying one from the lot?

    • @joe718gt4
      @joe718gt4 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mark Speelman I got mine 41k off the lot after taxea and registration. 43 w/ extended warranty

  • @EternalyRandom
    @EternalyRandom 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Most of the cars I've owned have been GM. My 2012 Chevy Malibu LTZ is still rock solid. The only interior problems I've had is with Toyota and Honda. The Toyota had door handles, and cup holders break. The Honda Accord had rattles in the dash. My Pontiac is 14 years old and NO rattles.

  • @v_alexiadis
    @v_alexiadis 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very cool owner! Enjoy the car man!

  • @Mrcfrickie
    @Mrcfrickie 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been eyeing the new Camaros for a while. I just saw this same one in all black and thinking of going to see it.

  • @kjz28
    @kjz28 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video, great owner, and great car!

  • @null2470
    @null2470 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I came from M cars to the Camaro as well, haven't looked back.

  • @markevans658
    @markevans658 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I couldn’t care less about the cars dashboard hardness level. I like Matt’s reviews but sometimes he strikes me as the kind of guy who would sit around comparing fancy watches at a party.

  • @TheChrisaiston
    @TheChrisaiston 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Motor trend NEEDS to do a head to head GT350 vs. SS 1LE, get on it johnny and jason!

  • @MrManuel1329
    @MrManuel1329 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    BMW and Chevy I like this guy

  • @jrzez
    @jrzez ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best deal out there. Best sports car for the money. If you want to step up from a GR86 and don't have Cayman money, get one of these.

  • @kevinsdb1
    @kevinsdb1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Matt have you gotten a chance to drive a 2017 Chevy Camaro ZL1 yet?

  • @KRBY555
    @KRBY555 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    You've really cheered up after your holiday Matt.

  • @1982daverogers
    @1982daverogers 7 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    Its awesome to see that people are starting to see the light..... enough of the rose tinted douche BMW goggles..... (I own an E36 before you start bitching) they are not what they used to be. Here's to American Muscle, Here's to American track/handling domination!

    • @Zaubererberg
      @Zaubererberg 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      StankBeast I wouldn't talk about "domination" just yet

    • @1982daverogers
      @1982daverogers 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      To think that this in 1LE form is as quick as the M3/4 and yet costs a good $20k less in base form it's time. I hate to think what the 1LE ZL1 is going to offer up, closest you get out of Germany (in the same category) is the BMW M4 GTS at a bargain price of $150k..... of which is already being beaten/matched by the GT350 at half the price. Mercedes-AMG C63 S again at double the cost, They are being trumped by the Yanks on the track, in the looks department (IMO) and by price point by a country mile. So I think we already there, just a shame the EU market has so many road blocks, expensive fuel, tax etc.

    • @qaipak1
      @qaipak1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I love American cars but what BMW offers, no American offers yet.

    • @1982daverogers
      @1982daverogers 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Love to know what it is BMW offers that the yanks don't?

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I think Audi and Mercedes make beautiful interiors but BMW not so much.

  • @23dvs
    @23dvs 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really great that GM is using a lot of the Corvette's ride control features in the newer Camaros 👍

  • @Lincolnzz
    @Lincolnzz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just ordered one of these last week. apparently Hyper Blue is super rare and no dealer within 800 miles would do a dealer trade so I had to order. 6-10 weeks

    • @drew.851
      @drew.851 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lincoln it is! I drove 5 hours to get my Hyper blue 1le. It was worth the drive though.

    • @Lincolnzz
      @Lincolnzz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Andrew McGinnis I can't wait. I've already ordered some rock guards from zl1addons, I hear they are required because how many rocks the 285s305s pick up. going to start getting some quotes for ppf too. 10 weeks is so far away

    • @drew.851
      @drew.851 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lincoln yeah, that's smart. The rock chips are a real thing. I did PPF and got the oem splash guards. They help for sure. The PPF is a must. Any other plans? I did the ZL1addon wicker bill spoiler and couple other small things. You will love the car. It's amazing!

    • @Lincolnzz
      @Lincolnzz 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope no other plans yet, just gotta start saving for winter wheels/tires and the money to replace the goodyears when they go out at like 10k miles lol

    • @drew.851
      @drew.851 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lincoln lol. Lucky for me I live in Houston and don't need winter wheels. New tires with not be cheap tho. I plan on getting the Mpss. The stock tires do not like the rain

  • @protovack
    @protovack 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just so you know, Chevrolet is not "artificially adding" weight to the steering in track mode. Any lightness in the steering is due to electronic assist. Therefore in track mode, it's just closer to the real weight you are feeling. And on the track, that feedback is necessary and useful. When canyon carving, it can be annoying though. Track mode steering is for the track. And it seems like you guys don't know that, I could be wrong though (sorry if I am).

  • @Luke-cb9qf
    @Luke-cb9qf 7 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    hey i'll bring my lifted silverado for us to take a a spin in the canyons

    • @norgepalm7315
      @norgepalm7315 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Luke lol

    • @quentonmillstid850
      @quentonmillstid850 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Luke a good point he needs to do some trucks

    • @dj_laundry_list
      @dj_laundry_list 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      by "spin" do you mean "roll"?

    • @K.D.R_
      @K.D.R_ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Please do. It would definitely be interesting!

    • @AshKetchhum
      @AshKetchhum 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Luke you said lifted ?? get out of here !!!

  • @carsgunsandguitars
    @carsgunsandguitars 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm looking at one EXACTLY like this, even the same color - hoping to pick it up this weekend.

  • @ziahreid9269
    @ziahreid9269 7 ปีที่แล้ว +203

    He learned to drive manual on this car. So his brz was an automatic. Gross.

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Yeah that's what I said to myself while watching it too, lol

    • @phillipberk5767
      @phillipberk5767 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Yes an automatic BRZ/FRS, Are pretty awful in he auto, but but, at least he is driving a manual now, he admitted it, not everyone learned to drive a stick properly at a young age, I learned when I was 13, my dad was a huge car guy, and a lot of my older friends had manual cars, but not everyone is the same.

    • @Shamilt3
      @Shamilt3 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Phillip Berk I learned at around 13 with a 3sp column shift.. As a kid everyone but some girls drove manual. Different era

    • @xJoshykinz
      @xJoshykinz 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You got to start somewhere.

    • @iliovecaRS
      @iliovecaRS 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      who cares?

  • @dustinlou4695
    @dustinlou4695 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is 90% of the reason I want one of these.

  • @nibotkram7743
    @nibotkram7743 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You can always put a nice piece of carpet on the dash.

  • @shanecaise4158
    @shanecaise4158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When is the last time anyone has touched their dash? Besides to clean dust off

  • @prazzy4712
    @prazzy4712 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    How's the low rpm PARTIAL throttle response? The C7 I owned for 3 weeks had poor low rpm PARTIAL throttle response. The throttle was like an on and off button. Wondering if GM has improved that in this car?

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I own a C7 Stingray Z51 7M, and I have never experienced what you're describing. Low RPM partial throttle response is fine.

    • @prazzy4712
      @prazzy4712 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      people seem to have very different perceptions of this. When I first test drove the C7 I felt the same sluggish, laggy low rpm throttle response but I linked this to the fact that there was a 300lb salesman in the car. When I had my C7 delivered I felt the same way. FOR ME, the c7 does not offer crisp immediate throttle response at lower throttle inputs, at least compared to other cars I have driven/owned. It is not a linear progressive natural feeling throttle. My main motivation for getting a C7 was low end torque and instant response. But it didn't offer that for me.

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Lava Peter - "FOR ME, the c7 does not offer crisp immediate throttle response at lower throttle inputs, at least compared to other cars I have driven/owned. It is not a linear progressive natural feeling throttle."
      I understand that you're trying to frame this in the context of your own experiences, but my experiences are different. I have not experienced any of the lag you're talking about, and part of that is because of the direct injection which gives it much more response at lower RPM than for example the non-DI LS3 in the C6 Corvette.
      Part of it may also have to do with which mode you were in at the time, as response is softer in touring mode than it is in track mode. I'm assuming you tested that already to verify.

    • @prazzy4712
      @prazzy4712 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vernon Price i kept the car in sport or track mode and still felt this same lag/unresponsiveness...in 2 seperate cars...and for 3 weeks with the one i owned...but we all perceive differently

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, I know what lag is, and I can't really apply that word to my Stingray's low RPM part throttle response. Mine is quite responsive. But just as a benchmark, what car, in your experience, does have good low RPM part throttle response?

  • @alvinross7243
    @alvinross7243 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    prepares for One Take by reading cars manual. This guys a champion

  • @daison96
    @daison96 7 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    I'm sorry, and your Ford Focus is completely plastic free??
    Complaining about plastics is a bit meager.

    • @deathcab4booty
      @deathcab4booty 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I think it's more regarding the quality of the plastics. make the dashboard a soft touch plastic, not some hard scratchy shit

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  7 ปีที่แล้ว +132

      Isamu Wallace my Focus RS has soft touch plastic everywhere on the dash upper and doors, not the nasty hard stuff they use in the Camaro. Big difference.

    • @trebors386
      @trebors386 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      TheSmokingTire Hard plastic hold up better over time while soft touch and leather dashes will fade and crack much sooner

    • @skilledsports32
      @skilledsports32 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      TheSmokingTire The 2ss 1le will solve that! You can also buy the soft touch pieces after market if you really want to.

    • @ZDY66666
      @ZDY66666 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Isamu Wallace but he never ruled out his focus though? He's clearly comparing them to European cars that simply have better quality despite American cars being high value for performance. I mean when was the last time you saw someone driving a Cadillac or Lincoln instead of Benz or German equivalents that actually had a brain

  • @arlluvn1535
    @arlluvn1535 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have exactly the same car, can't wait to drive it later on

  • @dj_laundry_list
    @dj_laundry_list 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like that you say the fuck word more now, matt

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      always adds a touch of class

  • @Ryan6y
    @Ryan6y 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't believe anyone gonna rev more accurately than the rev-match, whoever said he likes to rev himself is only his ego with a slow-ass lap time on track.

  • @FronkG
    @FronkG 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Matt stop knocking the fucking dashboard again and again. It's fine knocking it once to prove the point.

  • @tattude1974
    @tattude1974 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best car I have ever owned!
    My 17 1LE is all out fun!

  • @muhdelyas-abgyas562
    @muhdelyas-abgyas562 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just get a good artificial leather dashboard cover

  • @craigyirush3492
    @craigyirush3492 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    In the most recent issue, R&T raves about the V6 with this 1LE handling package. It's slower, obviously, but also several hundred pounds lighter so even better handling they say (and cheaper). Would love to see Matt do a comparison.

  • @tpuckett46
    @tpuckett46 7 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    I would slap someone for knocking on my dash like that

    • @robwwhit3453
      @robwwhit3453 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That's just Matt's deep seeded hate for the Camaro in general. He's a ford boy thru and thru.

    • @mattmilton3
      @mattmilton3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Trevor Puckett facts. It was so disrespectful and he did it multiple times

    • @mattmilton3
      @mattmilton3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      X V telling someone you don't like their shoes is completely fine. Repeatedly stepping on them while you say it is disrespectful.

    • @XxMusclecarsxX
      @XxMusclecarsxX 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      nigga you gay

    • @mattmilton3
      @mattmilton3 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Big frank take it easy Riley

  • @robbo000
    @robbo000 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    About time you do the SS 1LE

  • @highwaystar1009
    @highwaystar1009 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Was Matt high in this? Keeps knocking on the dash, mocking the owner who missions down to LA for this?

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Jesus people are fucking delusional. The owner brings the car specifically for me to critique. That is literally the whole point. You want an ass kissing? Go watch Jay Leno.

    • @robwwhit3453
      @robwwhit3453 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      As a car guy, you don't hit someone else's dash board 3 times like that.

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rob Wwhit oh, please. I don't know who arbitrarily decided dash boards have feelings. But they don't.

    • @robwwhit3453
      @robwwhit3453 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's not about the dashboard feelings it's not you're new car...you know what i'm saying.. later BIG GUY.

    • @craigyirush3492
      @craigyirush3492 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Since when is missions a verb? Plus, Matt clearly loved the car, as have, all the other journeys who've driven a Camaro with the 1LE.

  • @darthmaul7428
    @darthmaul7428 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    never seen you so happy in a camaro.

  • @nicebergslim
    @nicebergslim 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    that e38 tho 😮

    • @M16xDr0pSh0tz
      @M16xDr0pSh0tz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      its a shit car

    • @M16xDr0pSh0tz
      @M16xDr0pSh0tz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      exactly. don't see why people like POS old bimmers.

  • @matthewsimmons2008
    @matthewsimmons2008 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SS 1LE's are going for $41k in my area. It's tempting.

  • @Bolek989
    @Bolek989 7 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Hardcore German automotive fan than goes on to say he's owned an impala brz and 3 series lmao

    • @yoyoman9747
      @yoyoman9747 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      I think he meant that he's a big fan of German cars, not that he's necessarily owned loads of them.

    • @xan_carman4216
      @xan_carman4216 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Bolek989 automatic brz and automatic 3series i may add....

    • @Bittertokken
      @Bittertokken 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I'm a hard core millionaire fan, I don't own a million dollars...

    • @jdaza1987
      @jdaza1987 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      shit I can't be a fan of something unless I own it

    • @AshKetchhum
      @AshKetchhum 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Bolek989 im a big fan of the Dodgers yet i dont own the team.

  • @shaine2243
    @shaine2243 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really thinking about trading my 2016 Challenger Scat Pack Shaker on one of these. I love my Challenger, but this new Camaro is really tempting me

  • @ThatOneLateGuy
    @ThatOneLateGuy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    "hard core german guy", only had 1 german car. 👏🏻

    • @LegendInThaMakin
      @LegendInThaMakin 7 ปีที่แล้ว +118

      Arcnolokgia he means he's a big fan.

    • @xan_carman4216
      @xan_carman4216 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Arcnolokgia ima hard core japanese guy but i have a hyudai....

    • @boomshaker27
      @boomshaker27 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I wonder why he did not specify which 3 Series

    • @TrevorsMailbox
      @TrevorsMailbox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I'm a hardcore pornography fan, but the closest I've ever gotten to making one was is when my mom took a picture of me getting a hair cut at Walmart while I was masturbating under the apron they make you wear.

    • @YZFR6Yammie
      @YZFR6Yammie 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Arcnolokgia I am a huge German car fan and I only have 1 German vehicle...

  • @Jedi391
    @Jedi391 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How often do people actually touch their dashboards? I don’t have a Camaro but I never touch mine. If that keeps the price down, outstanding....

  • @tts197stealth3
    @tts197stealth3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    why does it have paddles on the wheel if its a 6 speed manual ?

    • @HANSE658
      @HANSE658 7 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Mustang 487 the paddles activate/deactivate auto revmatch

  • @JDJD-mw9rr
    @JDJD-mw9rr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Legend has it everyone is still wondering what the e diff does

  • @Thatguy55595
    @Thatguy55595 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    the top comment says moxie lmao somebody can use cool words

  • @DubCitySpitnNolige
    @DubCitySpitnNolige 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the Goodyear F1 supercar tires!

  • @TheMustangs05
    @TheMustangs05 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This makes me ashamed of my 2010 RS

    • @h4l03rul3z
      @h4l03rul3z 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      You should be ashamed

    • @hamzah336
      @hamzah336 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jordan B its a beginning bro , nothing to be ashamed about .you got it better then MANY other people .

    • @drunkpolack7612
      @drunkpolack7612 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jordan B ewwwww

  • @streetregal9112
    @streetregal9112 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    It was hard not to cringe when he said, "my last car was a BMW '3 series', Dinan Stage 1..... so I'm a hard core German car guy"
    Unless you spend the value of the car in repair bills the first 3 months of ownership and the next car you buy is another BMW- I don't think you qualify as a HCGCG. IMO 🤘🤣
    In all seriousness, congrats on the sweet whip, man! The previous gen 1LE has tickled my fancy. The new ones look BEAST!

  • @tmaschm
    @tmaschm 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ok that's nice...but someone please stop and talk with the red e38 owner!

  • @VanceEllis
    @VanceEllis 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Matt,
    That Ghost Bezel Sub 😍😍😍
    Bob's Watches has got the right stuff 👌🏻