Is the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 the BUDGET muscle car you NEED to BUY?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ต.ค. 2024
- The Camaro has been Chevrolet's answer to the Ford Mustang for decades. One of the many things that makes this LT1 so special is it's pricing and this one has a 6-speed manual gearbox. On the outside of the Camaro LT1 you actually get the RS trim's trims front fascia but the hood and wheels of the SS. On the inside it is a bare bones affair with cloth seats, and base tech for the interior. Under the hood is the top selling point featuring a 6.2L V8 that is pumping out 455HP. Is the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 the BUDGET muscle car you NEED to BUY?
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Hats off to Chevy for taking a base Camaro and sticking a V8 in it. Excellent sales tactic.
Far too late. But excellent move
I love when you review cars like this. Not the fastest and most expensive but a sleeper in the middle of the pack.
I was going to like your comment, BUT I saw “69 Likes”. I was like “Nice”
Not the fastest? Come on man, how many cars you know under $100k that do sub 4s 0-60? Let's just agree it's great to see someone having fun in an affordable sports car.
@@robbydragi camaro is underrated. Change my mind
@@danskuy5 Don't need to. Just picked up my 2021 LT1 few weeks ago 😁
Not much of a sleeper. They only make 455.
Just bought one today, fast and the most comfortable sports car I’ve ever ridden in. Ride quality is shockingly good
Can we just respect for the daily quality videos Joe is giving us.This guy deserves a trophie or something.👏🏆👌🙂
You are so awesome! Thanks for saying that and your great support!
@@RaitisRides For something that is true I can't lie.
@@andrejivanovski6969 it’s great to have you as part of the Raiti’s Rides family.
@@RaitisRides Thank you!🤗
Yeah man, tell me about it, these youtubers really make car shopping easier, and Joe is the king of the mountain...
Maybe it's because I'm not a chevy guy but I really think the front end of the LT1 package looks better than the SS
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
Facts.
Same
Agreed!!
The LT1 is the equivalent of the LX 5.0 Mustang in the 1980's. There is something therapeutic about a simpler version of a car, in this day and age of ever increasing complexity.
Also the Z28 4th gen Camaro which was the V8 power without spending the extra dough for the SS.
Umm.. I think the LT1 is the equivalent of the old lt1 trim. 😑
@@dnegel9546 LMAOOOO
@@dnegel9546 bruh 😂 😂 love it
Get the manual transmission
"You know what, this car isn't about the door panel"
This is how I know I'm not watching Doug Demuro. LOL.
Love your reviews, I’m a Camaro guy myself, they should have had this trim in the lineup since 2010!
You are so very right!
Wow that is so kool
As a SS1LE owner, I agree, the cheap/cloth seats/no frills V8 is something a lot of guys look for because mods, I think it would've helped sales.
My son bought one of these,,for the money the best value on the market….proud of him. He worked and saved his money for 5 years and put that money down on his first brand new camaro. Awesome ! If I was 20 and had a brand new Camaro with this kind of power. They’d have to peel me out of the seat!
It is a home rum for performance to dollar!
I got a black Camaro LT1 last year because of this video! I was able to finally get my dream car with this trim level. Thank you so much for this video and introducing me to the LT1. After a year of driving it I love it even more!
Did you get the same rims as the ones in this video?
The six speed manual transmission is a Tremec. To get a Tremec in a Mustang you have to step all the way up to the upcoming Mach 1 or a Shelby.
This is true!
Chevy won't stop until you're physically unable to see out of any window 😂
They will give you a periscope . LOL
@@RaitisRides SAY WHAT
@@calvinmarshall9511 lol
it comes from the factory with a chop top
Camaro 2018 ower here it's not even close to an issue wtf is wrong with people.
If you want V8 muscle and not a lot of bling or don’t mind the blind spots, then it’s a good choice. Sad to see it go. Thanks for sharing it Joe. Nice job! Gotta go for now. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Great points my friend! Have a good night!
@@RaitisRides Thanks. U 2!
Is that concrete the Camaro will be gone in 22?
That’s the latest word.
Still here baby.
I just bought a 2021 LT1 with every package available. I would HIGHLY recommend this vehicle. Absolute dream of a car.
How is it as a daily?
I just ordered my 2022 Camaro LT1 sand it’s on the cheap but for the money and the power your getting the price 😜this car rocks
@@michaelpackulak2833 Where can I order one?
@@drufetti510 I’m from Winnipeg Canada 🇨🇦 at dealer ship called Jim Gauthier here in Winnipeg
@@michaelpackulak2833 How do you like it? Did you get the active exhaust or any other extras?
I’ve had my 2020 LT1 for a year now and love it!!
Congrats Issac! I appreciate you sharing your ownership experience!
Do you recommend it? Any problems?
How the year been treating you? Did you get board of anything or need something else the Camaro lacked?
Yea what kind of problems did you experience
Same.
The 2021 LT1 is just calling my name at this point. Thanks for the vid!
Such a sweet ride, it's going to hurt to have to say goodbye again. In this neck of the woods, cloth seats are the way to go. Loving your camera work, Lori. It's not really work if you're having fun. Great review, Joe, as usual. Thanks for all your work to bring your enthusiasm to us all
You hit the nail on the head Adam! You are so right about having fun!
“The armrest is harder than Plymouth Rock.” 😂😂😂 I love his reviews.
Just ordered my 22 LT1 RS Redline! Can’t wait to join the 6.2 club!! Currently have a 19 RS.
Thanks for your review, great as always!!!!
Love this channel!
The LT1 is a great car, katzkin leather on those seats with the tech package, and it's solid. Love my Fords, but this thing is nice.
I’m glad that I can bring it to you!
I drive a Mustang and in the market for a new muscle car. I'm most likely getting a Scat Pack next. I want to like the Camaro as it has similar performance and better handling than the other two, but the visability issues and joke of a trunk really make it a tough choice as a daily driver IMO.
@@Mrbobcat7 Visibility is fine learn to adjust your seat and mirrors wtf.
@@Mrbobcat7 I daily a Camaro it’s fine wtf are you hauling that the trunk of a sports car is a concern for you.
@@chickenmuffin Well for me it would most likely be my only car and just putting groceries in once a week would be tight. If I were to get the Challenger and ever need to transport something bigger than a suitcase, you could. I'm not sure you could even fit a wheel in the Camaro's trunk, while you could probably fit a pair in the Challenger.
GM makes a good car, then decides to discontinue it. Management is still wonky, it seems.
I totally agree with you frustration.
They're busy trying to sell Trucks, Equinox's, and mom cars. Even the other manufacturers are following that trend. It's lame as hell.
@@driftracerr34 yep. People want their mini crossover. People don’t want fun performance. It’s less Chevy’s fault and more so the consumer’s.
34k and you gotta ask “what car did I buy!” Thank you Joe for this review. I was a huge fan of the 1996 z28 Camaro. I am sad they are discontinuing the Camaro. I agree Joe, competition is necessary for further improvements. Keep giving us these great reviews.
Ordered a bone-stock 2023 LT-1 for daughter for “graduation from college” present around Thanksgiving / 2022. .. She drove the same stripped down, 2012 / 6 speed Camaro all through high school & college .. Took delivery in April 2023. ..
Oh wow that is so very awesome!
Just got an SS1 2021 in wild cherry with black rims for the same price as the lt1 make sure to go to more then 1 dealer & get the best price you can 👌💯
Congrats on that! I am so happy you found the right one.
Mine's wild 🍒cherry too . Looks great on this baby !
First off, shout out to the camera woman. Great work. The Lt1 doesn't have all the options of the SS, but still the muscle under the hood. And don't forget about the sound of that pushrod V8. Luvin it!!
Thanks Eddie for giving Lori a shoutout! You hit the nail on the head!
8:55 "it is a freaking shame they are getting rid of the Camaro after the 2022 model year"
Me watching this while sitting in my 2023 Camaro 😁
Chevy getting rid of the camaro is a ZONK!
Agreed! The car itself is a masterpiece! It just never got the full potential in most people for them really care about it.. kinda sad, as the Camaro is fun, sporty and down right badass! Also being the best in many different aspects... long live the legend.
Sales of the Camaro have dropped 46 percent. GM is losing money on it and like any business in order to survive they need discontinue a slow selling item.
@@jogmas12 I'm not sure who's your source, but that is not correct. Camaro sales actually increased overall and had a 26% share of the market. GM had to restructure their company due to US manufactoring rolling back in 2019. You don't think about it but politics plays a great role in what we're able to have and make.
altdriver.com/sports-car/the-chevy-camaro-is-being-discontinued-heres-why-and-what-that-means/#:~:text=Indeed%2C%20it%20seems%20the%20real,electric%20vehicle%20design%20and%20production.
@@ginicholas4322 thank god! this is my dream car
Not The 1st Time
I don't know why, but I actually prefer this front end over the SS. The SS is like too much going on. This one is clean and simple kind of like a Mustang GT front end.
It really looks good with the RS package.
This the one that I really aiming to getting when I graduate college next year. For sho
Rooting for ya.
Let’s go get the bread 🥖
Joe just admit it, you love camaros and your teasing to get one.
Hmmmmm 🤔👍🏻
He's Mopar. Don't let him fool you..... he loves the charger. Love the reviews, keep up the good and funny reviews.
@@RaitisRides no stick with ford! The #1 brand in north Texas and America!🇺🇸🇺🇸
Yes this is a real Chevrolet, great and it's no joke like trailblazer...👍🏻
You got that right!
You are correct I have seen some recent reviews of the old trailblazer and I’m thinking did Chevy run out of names! The new trailblazer sucks they should have called it more of a Jimmy or blazer and not even bring back the trailblazer name.
@@erikgonzalez2278 The Jimmy or Blazer names are even more of a legend than the Trailblazer. So No. Choose another stupid name Chevrolet, I don't know, 'Snot' or something. At least they didn't call the Blazer a Camaro SS/UV... Like Ford did with their Mustang Mach E. Ever noticed how the Civic, Accord, Fit, Camry, Corolla always stuck to the same type of car and stayed around...
Wow that price point is just amazing, will be surprised if I don't see a ton of these on the road next year! If I had'nt bought my challenger already, this would be for me!
Love it when you cover cars like these. I love anything you post even if the car isn’t what I like. I’m sorry if that sounds rude, I’m a big fan so I’ll support no matter what.
How is saying you like the videos rude lol!
The base LT1 trim makes sense! But the add ons don't. My 1SS MSRP was 41k (38k out the door) and it's a more complete package if going for 40k money: staggered wheels, summer tires, brembo brakes all around, extra cooling and I really like the center gage screen.
Another awesome review Joe. The LT1 is a great bang for the buck.... plus manual transmission is pure muscle car music.
I love the way that you think.
I hope they do not discontinue this car. I want to add a 2020 SS next to my 2017 RS one day :(
I hope not either.
I pick mine up on Monday and i CANNOT wait. Ive wanted this car since 79'
Love the general design and feel of the Camaro! But man does that body kit make the car look even better! Specially around the back, where the defuser is really plain. It makes it look so much better!
I agree with you!
@@RaitisRides Joe can't decide an LT1 and Mazda Miata. Which give you more smiles. They would be used for casual driving.
Great review, always loved the "budget" muscle cars. I had a stripped out '87 5.0 Mustang LX, my buddy in a heavily optioned GT used to lose every drag race and top end race to me, used to drive him crazy. Low weight = more speed.
That is so awesome! Those were the days!
Gotta love a naturally aspirated push rod V8 with a manual transmission!! Nice on throttle action brother!! And congrats Joe on being over 400k subs! Won't be long until half a million!! 🤙🏻🤙🏻
I love this car but given the price of gas these days, I had to go with the 2022 Camaro V6 1LT/RS. I love the RS package with the 20in wheels. I didn’t want all the extra bells and whistles. In 2012, I had a fully loaded 2012 Camaro V6 with the leather interior. I actually prefer cloth. Don’t need the HUD, Bose, or the indoor rainbow lights. I just want to hear the engines soundtrack. And it does go vroom! Oh yea, and it’s a stick!!!
I just ordered a LT1 Redline Edition package and am excited to drive it soon since it's on its way ! :)!
Congrats Jesse! That is so very awesome.
Ah yes, the car I got my 150mph speeding ticket in ☠️
I can feel your pain 😂😂😂
Always run radar detector does help better to run with one than without
@@clemnewton9995 Radar doesn't help. Highway Patrol turns theirs off, spots a car going high velocity, then aims their gun, turns on their system, and by the time your radar picks it up, they already have your speed clocked. Any Highway patrol officer will know that
Ouch! That sucks!
@@UmAdxXbRo tops out at 155 plus was going downhill
The thing about camaros mist people don’t realize is that it feels like a true sports car, how low and wide and visibility you can’t beat for the money. Chargers challengers are nice but big heavy and the Ford’s you sit to high and way to much roll. The chevys are the perfect mix
Agreed!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one Dennis!
@@dallasfrost1996 Yes sir!
Got to say your one of the best reviewers out there,enjoy your channel.
chevy did really good with the price, now the scat packs are nervous.
Lol nah we not. We’re still going to be here while Camaro is taking a break. 🤷🏽♀️
It’s all about that 6-speed manual fun stick. I own one. It’s the best. FU the automatic slush box is a tiny bit faster crowd the 6-speed manual is MAX fun!
it's actually a Z28 isn't it, basically, they should badge it as such! but i guess just 'LT1' makes it something unique
I just bought my 2021 LT1 about two weeks ago. A beautiful Satin steel with black racing stripes. The spoiler, side mirrors, emblems and rims are all blacked out. This car is bad ass and can definitely hold its own against some V8’s out there. The sport mode is awesome too. In touring mode, the engine has a quieter sound, but when you throw it in sport mode, it becomes much louder and the pops from the exhaust always brings a smile to your face.
Is it a good daily driver?
@@erick4325 - Yess! It has three set driving modes. One called Touring, which is basically a driving mode set to save on gas. The other is Sport Mode, which is exactly what it sounds like. It sets the engine in another gear and gives it a more sporty tone to it, with all the downshifting downloaded into it. This mode uses a lot of gas. And then there is the Ice/Snow mode. It's for basically driving around in the snow. I love it! Wouldn't change my decision for nothing in the world.
They need to just bring back the 69 Camaro, with updated led lighting and interior, and its game over.
I totally agree with you Jay!
The 69 camaro in particular, has always been my favorite all time camaro, in fact my all time favorite classic muscle car! It's a very sort after year for the Camaro!
Just got myself one of these but in white and I love it my first v8 ever 😎
I was waiting for this one!!!🤩😍🤗Thanks Joe!
Thanks brother for letting me bring it to you!
Joen you're 100% right about the competition discussion it only helps us
Still love the Camaros a lot. If I had my own Camaro, then I would let you review it in person.
It would be my pleasure!
@@RaitisRides Yeah No Problem!
i have a 2019 1ss i have bought this spring. got a bunch of discounts on it paid 35.5k with recaro seats. i dont mind the small trunk space this is my fun car. the blind spots no biggy you just get used to them. i wish i had the better sound system but not willing to pay 6k to get it. i love my ss it is so much fun to drive. the guys who buy the lt1 will have a blast. that was the car i orginally wanted. but there was none i could get in spring of 2020 so i took a brand new 2019 1ss instead at similer price point. very happy with my purchace.
Goodbye camaro 👋🙏
I'm a mustang guy myself but I don't mind the Camaro and i definitely won't be happy to see it's end hopefully they'll come back like they did in 2010 😞
I just bought a LT 1 convertable and love it. Your review are so great. Thks for sharing your passion
What's funny is alot of these are being optioned to the same price as the SS(like the one reviewed here). I think alot of people just prefer the styling over the SS.
im just so shook that GM even made this like so many people don't even know these exist I can barely find these
Great review Joe. GM just started a $279 a month lease on LT1’s. That’s V-6 money and the 6.2 auto gets 16/27 MPG. That should help with the 46% drop in sales. Price sells cars!
Chevy nailed it on this one. Everybody don’t need frosting on their cake sometimes.just the cake is enough Sometimes!!👍🏾👍🏾
I am so glad that you like this one.
My first muscle car!! Awesome video Joe.
“ fighting , punching , kickin “ 😂😂 .
Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you.
I love love love your vid reviews....very informative, without being boring or dry....very entertaining...We get a good sense of what each and every car brings to the table....and what we get for the money.... :)) .....I do have a ???....when you are reviewing a car on the road and go " ON THROTTLE".....have you ever been pulled over and/ or ticketed by the police ???
That is so awesome of you to say Nikko! I really appreciate you being part of the Raiti's Rides family! Knock on wood...nope. Don't jinx me though.😉
If you’re getting an lt1 with options it kind of defeats the purpose of it. At that point you might as well get a ss because all of the standard features.
The body kit does not come standard on the SS.
Adjust the mirrors correctly to you and no blind spot problems. I daily drive my 2016 camaro for 4 years now....next one will be an LT1 model for me great performance and looks with the great value
That is a great point Peter.
Thanks for sharing that info.
The one thing I don't understand is the second you add any upgrades, you might as well just get the SS, price is nearly identical.
That is a great point!
@@RaitisRides I use the v6 2018 Camaro as my daily dad driver. Fits a car seat fine! Kid loves it! Perfect daily car! Next up, v8 tho!
I love ferrari & Lamborghini but there is nothing like American muscle like this Camaro Joe
I am so glad that you are digging this one Antonio.
@@RaitisRides You do the best car reviews ever Joe have to get a raits rides T shirt
" I sure the hell, hope not " 😂 Real nice price for that 💪
Thanks man for letting me share some laughs and this LT1.
Stage 3 cam, full Billy Boat exhaust with X pipe, Roto Fab cold air intake.... perfect for daily driving.
Now we are talking!
Well-equipped, with Recaro seats, at just a shade over $40k
A true black stallion
You are so very right!
I can't find one of these reasonably priced in my area. There are very few of them around at all in fact. The ones I can find are at a price point where you may as well step up to the ss, go for a Mustang GT or even a Scatpack on special.
Evening joe! I’m not a gm fan but this one sure is sharp!
Hey Dale! Thanks for letting me bring it all to you!
this is a great review, honest and with a car much more attainable , great job Joe
Love this car, back to basics.
I am so glad that I can share it with you!
just got the rs and I can't stop smiling chevy nocked it out of the park with this camaro
I just graduated college and got my first job, so I’m living with parents for a few more years until I’m financially set but I want a nice car as a daily driver but not paying 600+ a month... I think I just found it,
Congrats on graduating! I am so glad that I can share this one with you!
Great review! I bought a black 2020 LT1 with a manual trans and white rally stripes (the only extra option on the car). LOVE IT!!! Got the Chevy employee discount with a $1500 cash rebate. FIRE DEAL for the car. The smile you speak of I get everytime I start this LT1 engine. After a $450 MBRP axle back exhaust was installed the pops, crackles and cold starts are now insane!... in a very very good way!! 😁 Skip shift needs mentioned in this review and the $20 skip shift eliminator that is therefore needed I also necessarily installed. The skip shift is more of a zonk than the tail lights in my opinion but it's a cheap fix and one of only a couple zonks worth mentioning because truly, this is a very fun and powerful performance bargain that brings pure enjoyment and happiness to any willing driver. Enjoyed watching this review. Keep em coming!
Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership Chad!
just rev 1st up a bit more
6:35 OMG the f'n dealer sticker on the trunk lid irks me. LT1 is an interesting package to go the naturally aspirated route.
I can understand where you are coming from but they take it off.
I always work on forwards I've always been a Ford man but I have to tell you Chevrolet has a better engine in Ford don't have to worry about it blowing big garage in the motor love your video man keep up the good work
Idk how anyone at gm thought the visibility was okay. This has been going on for how long they still don't get it right big con
I feel your pain.
If you have two eyes, and actually pay attention to your surroundings you'll be just fine. Its not a work van, jesus. Its a sports car.
@@therealjonnyringo But you could see out of every Camaro from 1967 to 2002 and those were sports cars too!
I test drove the mustang GT, its no better honestly. I drive an LT1, got the small rectangular blind spot mirrors and have NO trouble with this.
@@therealjonnyringo Agree! That is exactly why the 2014 Mustang is the last one I would consider. It was the last one where you can still actually use the backseat and can easily see out of the car.
Hard as Plymouth Rock! Love the shoutout to a local historical location as a Massachusetts resident. 😁😁😁
Thanks Robert! I really appreciate your awesome support!
Great bang for the buck! One way to deal with the blind spots....ON THROTTLE!
I love the way that you think Robert!
Big zonk for me is when dealerships forget to option in the power sunroof
That is a good point.
But it’s a budget car, doesn’t need it. Hell I never use the sunroof in my car.
Every time you do a review on a car, I want to get it lol 😂
Awesome deal from Dimmitt Chevrolet...Joe that is a lot Bang for your Buck! Pd No blind spots with that fantastic camera work...the wife has you covered Joe!
Thanks Rico for your awesome message. Thanks for being so amazing and supportive.
This is super good value
You are so very right!
Love the Camaro LT1👀❤️Thanks Joe and excellent work Lori! Great visual!🌹
I love manual v8's but I've never liked these "2000" camaros. The last one I fell in love with was the '68.
I can understand Omar:
I had a 2010 2SS. Loved it but they've gotten way too expensive for the average guy. The SS should never come close to 50k but it does.
@@markusfilmore7295 the 2SS does not the 1SS.
I got myself one for christmas 2 days ago in riverside blue metallic with satin black wheels and the front splitter with side rockers make it look killer!! ....has more options than the one in the review...runs amazing and mine does come with an RS badge in the grille and on the back along with the LT1 badges on the side...just wish it had the brembo on the back and the active exhaust...but aftermarket fixes that...if the SS is out of the price range I 100% recommend this car
I had a car buying project in my career prep class, and the budget was 35K. Guess what I car I chose
LT1😉👍🏻
@@RaitisRides yessir
@@pbscars6320 Good man!
I just recently got a riverside blue with black rims 2021 camaro it is a V6 but it gets me where I need to go and it is a beauty super fun to drive
It has a V8, and the looks is good, thank you Chevrolet because the most important thing is that this particular one has manual transmission! I really love this one. Wish this one has the LT1 badge though...
Thanks for letting me share this one with you!
Looking into one of these for next year unfortunately in Canada they start around 40k it’s a great car simple fun v8 and that t56 is all u need spec mine out came out to 42 grand gonna have to arrange everything for next year btw your reviews are amazing love them simple funny and to the point u explain in detail and very professional keep it up 👍
so isn’t the LT1 supposed to be quicker/faster than the SS since it’s the same engine but just lighter without the front fascia and cloth seats?
Correct!
Correct.
Not bad at all for 34,000$, I would put the ground effects on too for another 5$.interior is a little Spartan but that's ok for the $$.thanks Joe.the 2022 w/a manual is going to be fire in 10 yr so.
Thanks for letting me share it with you.
Still love my Mustang
Sharp car. Not sure why sales are down but I will miss the Camaro.
Same here!
Definitely gonna squeeze the nuts in there lol. Great video
Thanks man!
I have the exact same car 2021 lt1 this car will not disappoint at all it puts the power down when you need it and dust everything but a SS(it has higher top speed) and hellcats
Just tune it and get rid of the top speed limiter