2023 Camaro ZL1 1LE Manual Review | The Sledgehammer!

2023 Camaro ZL1 1LE Manual Review Is The Sledgehammer! The Camaro ZL1 1LE is not a newcomer to the American Muscle Car segment but this track focused model was first introduced in 2018 but these cars are so rare and hard to find it took me years to finally get a chance to make these videos for the channel. In this video I highlight the unique differences between the GM Alpha platform and the S550 Mustang platform. I discuss quality of the build inside and out and of course the driving dynamics of this car on the streets of NY. The LT4 powertrain and Tremec TR6060 6 Speed are perfectly in harmony with this car in every scenario. Power delivery is addictive to input any throttle on a stretch of open road. The chassis is rock solid and the Multimatic coilovers are tuned so incredible once your on the right pavement. The Brembo brakes could be better as I mention the Shelby GT350R and GT500 do stop better and have better initial bite. The Camaro ZL1 1LE uses a sophisticated E Diff controlled by the GM Performance Traction Management software and it is definitely a unique attribute in this class of cars that is not used in Ford and the Dodge products. The 6th Gen Camaro ZL1 1LE seating position and pedal placement are also better for my anatomy than the S550 Mustang platform and the car is just a pure joy to drive. With sinister aggressive styling, a comfortable cabin with awesome Recaro multi way seats this is one of my favorite cars I ever had to chance to experience. Hope you enjoy this video and we will bring the ZL1 1LE back in a few months for some higher speed twisty backroad POV drives to really see what this machine can do.

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[autofanaticcars]

Can anyone comment and tell me the exact number of ZL1 1 LE manufactured since 2018-2024 run? Do you also know the breakdown between manual and 10 speed auto versions. Thank you

[chains]

I feel fortunate to have a 2023 ZL1 and I noticed when I’m in the passing lane on a highway cars in front of me immediately get over where as when I’m in my truck with the same scenario they don’t move over . Those ZL1’s look intimidating all right .

[gregory]

Wow bro. Very good video. The best actually. I have a 2023 1LE with the 6 speed manual. It's not a ZL1. Only because I could not get one! But I'll settle for the 455 HP. I love it.

[RalphTorchio]

Had a 2012 zl. Did a bunch to it. Injectors, long tubes, cat delete, ported polished, pulleys and a tune. It was a beast. GM hit the nail on the head with this one!
LS POWER

[bwaters]

ZL1 Hands Down!! Baddest and Best Looking Muscle Car Ever Made!! Most Bang for Buck, And As 1 die hard Shelby Mustang Onwer Said As Much As He Loved His Mustang He Had To Admit The Mustang Feels Like You Set On The Car While When Set In The ZL1 It Feels Like You Set In The Car

[Davidzlone]

Nice little Easter egg, when seated with the seatbelt fastened, pull it all out till the end and let it go, the belt fastens in place and keeps you locked in to the seat secured. I come from a 2017 2SS into a 2017 zl1 I’m a blue collar guy and love what these American manufacturers did at the end with the v8’s they are truly fast cars that demand respect with the pedals, enjoy and great review 🙏🏻

[devils]

I have a 2022 ZL1 1LE and love driving it. The Handling is amazing. I’m very happy with it😃

[dougb]

Great video Phil! I wish could afford to park one of these next to my Z28. The car is AWESOME!! 👍🏻👍🏻

[danieldickerson]

This will definitely be a legendary/highly sought after collector’s Camaro in the next 10 years or so. Hell, it already is with the amount of numbers and lap times it has put down since 2018. It’s no wonder why the last Camaro ever built (for now I guess), was a manual ZL1 1LE. These things are gonna be worth so much one day, I think. Having this monster next to a 5th gen Z/28 is true garage goals for me!

[williamglaser]

As a Gt350 owner I would love to compare the Camaro. Not enough highway to push these cars. Love the show. Go Muscle!

[datdudeinred]

Great review & especially the intricate detailed comparison between this & gt350r

[DirtyDandino]

I sold my 2018 SS1LE in 2020 and am absolutely kicking myself in the foot for it. I hope to get a ZL1 or ZL1 1LE in the future. Awesome review!

[_WyreTheWolf]

I have the baby 1LE. The V6 1LE is one of the best backroad burners out there. Absolute love it.

[vladgodoroja]

Very detailed and great review, wish you the best.

[popeyepanther]

Every competent driver has the Cop-radar on full strength!

[SouzaKid]

Thank you for this video! Great review of the ZLE, and I appreciate your comparison of the car to the gt350/350R

[MbahJemuel]

The best Camaro zl1 reviews I've watched in the entire Camaros. I'm thinking to get one cuz this car is freaking mad. I'm not a Ferrari or Lamborghini fan type but Camaro catches all my attention. U deserve more thab than sub!!✅

[leonenriquegordoa]

You got a perfect color combination in and outside
👏👏👏

[CarsUncovered]

Owned a 350R, haven't been in a 1LE. Intrigues me, but I love the raw visceral feeling cars. I have a feeling I'd prefer the R, but you can't deny this is one seriously badass machine. A 1LE and R would be an insane garage.

[AllIsWell_]

One idea is for you to swap out the DSSV coils for Fortune Auto 510s. This is considering you are not tracking the car. The FA dampers are way better for the roads where you are. Keep the DSSV in storage as a backup IF you ever sell the car.