Euro Camaro to US Camaro
Discussion
Regiment said:
Apologies if this has been talked about before, I did a google search that brought up nothing, but, is it possible to take a brand new Camaro Coupe with the ugly wing mirrors and awful tail lights and change both to the US equivalent and have it look original and also be legal?
why ?,just get you self a US car,i did and its cheeper ,no show room tax,only 210 road tax a year its the same car,just hasn,t got a towing eye on the front.Regiment said:
Apologies if this has been talked about before, I did a google search that brought up nothing, but, is it possible to take a brand new Camaro Coupe with the ugly wing mirrors and awful tail lights and change both to the US equivalent and have it look original and also be legal?
I suspect it's possible. But some of it might come at huge cost. Also are they the only changes or are there other minor/small differences?Personally I see zero point in buying a UK/Euro spec one. US cars are cheaper all round and you can always get an aftermarket warranty if you're really that worried.
Regiment said:
Apologies if this has been talked about before, I did a google search that brought up nothing, but, is it possible to take a brand new Camaro Coupe with the ugly wing mirrors and awful tail lights and change both to the US equivalent and have it look original and also be legal?
EU Camaro rear light cluster has all the lights inside the LED "glasses"... US spec has the reversing lights in the bumper. If you want to change the rear lights, you'll have to change the whole rear fascia.With regards to the mirror, from UIS to EU is possible to interchange, but from EU to US: you'll have to reconnect the integrated indicator to the side marker up front to have a legal side indicator.
I'd buy and import a US one, and do the necessary changes to get the UK IVA approval... (as a matter of fact... mine's being done as we speak)
It was really just to look at what my options were, especially in relation to finance and deposits, etc and which will be easier. I don't mind the hassle of importing but again dependant on if I can sort some sort of finance out for end of next year when I should have a large deposit.
On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
Regiment said:
It was really just to look at what my options were, especially in relation to finance and deposits, etc and which will be easier. I don't mind the hassle of importing but again dependant on if I can sort some sort of finance out for end of next year when I should have a large deposit.
On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
One question you should ask yourself is 'how long will I keep the car?'. If it's likely to be 3 years or less (while under warranty), then a Euro spec is ok. The problem comes when GMUK stop supporting Euro models. I've got a 4th Gen Euro spec Camaro and it's a total PITA to get certain 'Euro only' bits for it and GM really couldn't give a chuff at all.On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
On this basis I'd never buy another Eurospec one.
300bhp/ton said:
One question you should ask yourself is 'how long will I keep the car?'. If it's likely to be 3 years or less (while under warranty), then a Euro spec is ok. The problem comes when GMUK stop supporting Euro models. I've got a 4th Gen Euro spec Camaro and it's a total PITA to get certain 'Euro only' bits for it and GM really couldn't give a chuff at all.
On this basis I'd never buy another Eurospec one.
Plan is, barring any big financial problems, to keep it on a very long term basis.On this basis I'd never buy another Eurospec one.
Regiment said:
It was really just to look at what my options were, especially in relation to finance and deposits, etc and which will be easier. I don't mind the hassle of importing but again dependant on if I can sort some sort of finance out for end of next year when I should have a large deposit.
On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
I think another important question is: are you thinking V6 or V8?On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
EU Specs are V8, 2SS/RS specs, basically the US top version spec... If you want a little less than the "full monty", there's no other option than to go for a US one...
PascalBuyens said:
I think another important question is: are you thinking V6 or V8?
EU Specs are V8, 2SS/RS specs, basically the US top version spec... If you want a little less than the "full monty", there's no other option than to go for a US one...
V8 would be my only option, would never consider a v6 version of an muscle car.EU Specs are V8, 2SS/RS specs, basically the US top version spec... If you want a little less than the "full monty", there's no other option than to go for a US one...
LuS1fer said:
You can.
Buick Grand National and 3rd gen Firebird Turbo are two that instantly spring to mind.
Dodge Dart 255 slant 6Buick Grand National and 3rd gen Firebird Turbo are two that instantly spring to mind.
AMC Gremlin with the 258 6 used in quite some other cars
Plymouth Duster
But that being said... Most people do associate " real muscle cars" with a V8...
Edited to add: GMC Typhoon/Syclone were also 6es, but damn fast for a "truck" =-D
roscobbc said:
I know that even current model Mustang with 6 pot is considered somewhat 'effete' certainly compared with the V8 alternatives - in fact they can give quite respectable performances.
Both V6 versions of Mustang and Camaro pump out over 300hp which is more than the old 4.6 V8 originally put out in 2005. Granted, it's not as woofly but it is pretty fast. the other thing is that Ford used to deliberately down-spec the Mustang V6 (as did GM in the past) and didn't even fit a rear anti-roll bar. nowadays i think they take their handling a bit more seriously and the V6 can be had for as little as $23k making it a bargain in its home town.Regiment said:
It was really just to look at what my options were, especially in relation to finance and deposits, etc and which will be easier. I don't mind the hassle of importing but again dependant on if I can sort some sort of finance out for end of next year when I should have a large deposit.
On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
The chepest way to finance your news toy is to borrow more than you need on you mortgage,its the best way to get a low interest rate and pay for it that way.On top of the car, need to sort a deposit out for a mortgage as well, all part of "growing up".
LuS1fer said:
Both V6 versions of Mustang and Camaro pump out over 300hp which is more than the old 4.6 V8 originally put out in 2005. Granted, it's not as woofly but it is pretty fast. the other thing is that Ford used to deliberately down-spec the Mustang V6 (as did GM in the past) and didn't even fit a rear anti-roll bar. nowadays i think they take their handling a bit more seriously and the V6 can be had for as little as $23k making it a bargain in its home town.
Sis has a CTS-4 which has the same V6 as the Camaro... pretty fast car indeed. Not as fast as the Camaro, but then again... I've got almost the double on hp LOL
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