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So LT1 is both a name for a Corvette engine AND a name for a Camaro option package?
The LT1 is used in both the Corvette and the Camaro. GM isn't putting the "Corvette motor" in the Camaro. It's the same motor designed for both cars. Just like GM uses the same LT4 for the ZL1 and the Grand Sport. It's like when I see a car on Craigslist with the "Corvette motor, and 3/4 race cam"

Not all GM V8s are Corvette motors :cwl:

But I don't know why GM is calling this option package the LT1. It's definitely confusing, especially if you can get this package with either the turbo 4 or the V6.
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The LT1 is used in both the Corvette and the Camaro. GM isn't putting the "Corvette motor" in the Camaro. It's the same motor designed for both cars. Just like GM uses the same LT4 for the ZL1 and the Grand Sport. It's like when I see a car on Craigslist with the "Corvette motor, and 3/4 race cam"

Not all GM V8s are Corvette motors :cwl:

But I don't know why GM is calling this option package the LT1. It's definitely confusing, especially if you can get this package with either the turbo 4 or the V6.
Not to confuse this any more than the wizards at Chevy Marketing, but....
  • 1LT is a base Chevrolet vehicle trim. That is available with either the 2.0T L4 or the 3.6 V6
  • LT1 is a 6.2L V8 standard in the Corvette Stingray and Corvette Grand Sport as well as the Camaro SS. For 2020 it will be OPTIONAL in the Camaro 1LT
  • LT1 is also the model designation for the 1LT with optional LT1.
    • The LT1 model does not use the 2.0T or the 3.6L
Not confusing at all (Thanx Chevy Mktg :facepalm: )
 

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I had to read that like 3-4x to get it clear in my head. But then again, I don't really pay attention to trim levels, unless I am looking for something specific.
 

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I've said it before, but if you're driving a car that doesn't have the A/C, carpet, radio, etc., stripped out of it, then absolute track performance isn't your primary concern. You're compromising your performance for other things that you find to be worth the trade-off. With that, just about all the things that make the Mustangs less capable track cars (mostly cooling) can be addressed with more money, but virtually none of the things that make the Camaro a less desirable car for many to own can be addressed by any amount of money. I can see that being a draw for some people to buy the Mustang over the Camaro, but it really depends on your priorities and personal tastes. That, and of course the fact that most buyers don't track either car.

It is frustrating that Ford offered the base GT350 at what seemed to be a pretty reasonable MSRP, but the market and dealers went crazy with it.
 

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It is frustrating that Ford offered the base GT350 at what seemed to be a pretty reasonable MSRP, but the market and dealers went crazy with it.
This is basically any dealer with any type of halo car. Dodge tried to prevent this with the Demon, but a workaround was found by the dealers.
 

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but if you're driving a car that doesn't have the A/C, carpet, radio, etc., stripped out of it, then absolute track performance isn't your primary concern.
If you’re driving a car that is street-legal, then absolute track performance isn’t your primary concern.
 

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Just like GM uses the same LT4 for the ZL1 and the Grand Sport. It's like when I see a car on Craigslist with the "Corvette motor, and 3/4 race cam"

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Grand Sport has the LT1, ZO6 has the LT4, ZR1 the LT5
 

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. The PP2 is a joke and everyone knows it.

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I passed on the 1LE because the Camaro styling sucks IMHO and doesn't appeal to me from any angle. Say what you want, But I'm happy when I see this in my garage:
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I passed on the 1LE because the Camaro styling sucks IMHO and doesn't appeal to me from any angle. Say what you want, But I'm happy when I see this in my garage:
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It looks good, but all the track oriented upgrades are pointless without proper cooling. If you like it strictly for the looks then that makes sense. You may be shocked at the invoice when you go to replace those tires though. They aren't great for strictly street driving.

I like the way both cars look. I've never had a bone to pick with that.
 

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It looks good, but all the track oriented upgrades are pointless without proper cooling. If you like it strictly for the looks then that makes sense. You may be shocked at the invoice when you go to replace those tires though. They aren't great for strictly street driving.

I like the way both cars look. I've never had a bone to pick with that.
That’s why if I were to buy a PP2, first thing I’d do is replace the wheels and tires and store them away for track duty. Probably go a bit narrower on the fronts to reduce the tramlining. Second thing would be to get coolers installed. Then I’d have a car that would make a really nice daily driver, but be track ready with a wheel and tire change.
 

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