Used 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible Review
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Norman, District Heights, MD, 04/13/2018
2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 2dr Coupe w/2SS (6.2L 8cyl 6M)
It’s a little hard to see traffic lights above you from the front windshield if you’re too close to a traffic light. It’s ground visibility is difficult around sidewalk curves because of the long engine hood and it’s low to the ground because it’s a sports car so you have to get used to it. I have a black Camaro and the paint finish is too sensitive to scratches and bird droppings. I … hand wash it I don’t think it would do well in a car wash. That’s why I gave it 4 stars because of the paint. I would give it 5 stars for reliability. I have not had any mechanical failures or electrical problems . The original car battery still works since 2013 . Best vehicle I’ve ever owned. All I’ve replaced is tires, brakes, rotors, oil changes.
You will hate AFM on V8 with auto transmission
Kevin, San Jose, CA, 11/11/2015
2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 2dr Coupe w/2SS (6.2L 8cyl 6M)
After 2 years and 13,000 miles i have learned to hate this car which only has one flaw. "Active Fuel Management" (otherwise known as AFM or DOD) There are thousands of posts on the internet about this because your lovely V8 drops into 4 cylinder mode and runs like a nissan Sentra with a bad tune. AFM is not on the car with a manual transmission. So I am trading my beautiful Camaro … for a Ford Mustang that has a real V8 without this horrible feature.
If you put exhaust on this car with automatic transmission it sounds like a fart mobile every time it goes into 4 cylinder mode. I burn way more gas trying to accelerate the car back into V8 mode.
I feel like Jeff Gordon!
Pat B, El Paso, TX, 01/23/2016
2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 2dr Coupe w/2SS (6.2L 8cyl 6M)
This car is hella fun... I did have to upgrade the exhaust system so it can sound more like a V8. I also installed a cold air intake which woke up the beast even more. This car has a lot of power and taking off the traction control can get you in trouble if you don't warm up the tires first. I've had the car since 2013 and I have put around 44,000 miles on it. I haven't had any serious … issues with this car. The only issue I have had is with the rear deck lid speakers vibrating. I took it to the shop and they said the speakers were blown, but I can't fathom why that would be since they are the "upgraded" Boston Acoustic speakers. I would replace them with better aftermarket ones, but after watching some YouTube videos and seeing how difficult it was to get the speakers out, I just took it to the dealership to have them replaced with the same ones (under warranty). Hopefully these will last a bit longer. So that is the only repair I've had to do. Other than that, the only other con is that the car is pretty expensive (to buy and to maintain). Gas is expensive (17MPG), oil changes are expensive (8 quarts Mobil 1 do it yourself = $70), and the payments ($600/month) leave you wondering where your check went. It leaves little room on my income to do any more upgrades or keep up with other minor things that go bad (windshield wipers, tires, etc.) By the way the tires are $300 a piece and i have gone through 3 rear sets of tires and I am currently on my 2nd pair of front tires. So all-in-all, you pay to play. If you have the extra money, it is a great value for an awesome piece of technology. I plan on keeping mine for as long as it will last.
This Car is So very FUN to drive!
One Bad Red 2013 SS Camaro, Naperville, IL, 01/15/2018
2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 2dr Coupe w/2SS (6.2L 8cyl 6M)
This SS Camaro is an absolute blast to drive, in fact it's like blasting off in a rocket ship when you take off with the acceleration snapping your head back into the seats!! But is handles all that power so well, it will spin the rear wheels with ease, but will also recover with ease as well. The steering is so very responsive as well, it is tight as heck in a good way! It totally … hugs the road in turns at almost any speeds you can throw at it! I am so impressed with the power and overall driveability of this Camaro SS that I would recommend it to everyone who thinks they can handle this monster of a ride !
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Strong acceleration with any engine
- Pro:head-turning looks
- Pro:good V6 fuel economy
- Pro:capable handling.
- Con:Poor visibility
- Con:cramped backseat
- Con:tiny trunk opening.
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