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ZED SLED · 03-10-2016, 02:32 PM

Is moving closer an option? Won't take long for that commute to get real old, especially if it involves traffic.

Norseman · 03-10-2016, 02:34 PM

I'm not sure I understand the logic here. Let's say gas goes to $4 a gallon and stays there... you're then looking at a $1500/year difference. It'll still take 3 years to see any benefit from this move.

I'm also having trouble figuring out what you mean when you say you'll "hate driving the camaro in the winter". I live in Minnesota, and it appears you live in Alabama. I drive my car year round (with a small investment in winter tires). This car is an absolute beast in winter. It's well-balanced and heavy enough to go through crappy weather.

I guess my point is, why on earth would you take a financial hit (for 3-5 years) to drive a less-fun car?

norf · 03-10-2016, 04:19 PM

The Accord will get better mileage, runs on regular, will be more reliable, cheaper to maintain, depreciate less, cheaper to repair and probably be more comfortable. Insurance should be a lot less too.

Makes sense to me but I would buy a used 4 cylinder accord verses new. The depreciation on a new honda will negate a lot of the cost savings.

Mr. Stacy · 03-10-2016, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by norf

The Accord will get better mileage, runs on regular, will be more reliable, cheaper to maintain, depreciate less, cheaper to repair and probably be more comfortable. Insurance should be a lot less too.

Makes sense to me but I would buy a used 4 cylinder accord verses new. The depreciation on a new honda will negate a lot of the cost savings.

Of course it makes sense. And buying used as well, a hard lesson I finally learned.

The Accord is a comfortable car to drive. Good, comfortable, reliable, economical.... The down side?

No fun.

One thing my Camaro does is gets me out of bed in the morning, actually looking forward to the drive. It might be bumper-to-bumper, it might be backed up for miles, could be a smooth flow... who knows? I care not. In heavy traffic, crank the tunes and relax a bit. When traffic is light? "Fly like an eagle".

Don't become just another faceless Ⓗ on the road of life. An generic amoeba delivering it's package coursing the blood veins of the metropolis.

Live. Drive something that says you are an individual who appreciates a little power, style and most importantly, fun. Keep the Camaro. It's really the only way to realize it's full value anyway!

If you do end up with a Honda. Maybe get a red one with some nice wheels like this Vossen.

JMHO as always.

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ELIC1

did you know you where moving when you bought the car...and new you would be commuting 50 miles

No, I'm military and you hardly every know. I bought it in Vegas and then moved to AL only for 1 year. Now my next move it is my choice to live that far but I'm doing it for the family. Much better schools.

jcampos · 03-10-2016, 04:43 PM

How about I suggest a Smart Car because those are masculine...

sherob · 03-10-2016, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jcampos

How about I suggest a Smart Car because those are masculine...

It you drop a Gixxer 1K engine in them.

68rssscamaro · 03-10-2016, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by norf

The Accord will get better mileage, runs on regular, will be more reliable, cheaper to maintain, depreciate less, cheaper to repair and probably be more comfortable. Insurance should be a lot less too.

Makes sense to me but I would buy a used 4 cylinder accord verses new. The depreciation on a new honda will negate a lot of the cost savings.

Sounds like you made a decision already, so trade it in.

I have to disagree with reliability, being comfortable, cheaper to repair, and insure. It will perform better, good luck passing someone up a hill. Seats are way more comfy in my Camaro compared to a Honda of any model. My DD Kia Sorento costs more to insure than the Camaro with same coverage. Guess that may depend on age and what class the vehicle your insuring is rated at.. I have had a few accords so been there done that.

GrandAmGT · 03-10-2016, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by EMB135Driver

50 weeks at 500 miles a week is 25000 annual miles. Camaro SS on the highway should get at least 24 mpg, Honda gets 37......assuming $2 a gallon, the Camaro costs around $2100 in fuel, the Honda $1350 ($750 less)

So to save $750 a year in gas you're going to spend $3400 right now (26 K for Camaro trade, 29.4 for Honda)......you're going to be losing money for the next 5 years by buying a more fuel efficient car.

Interesting point. For the OP to truly save money, the new car would have to cost less than the $26,000 the dealer is offering.

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 04:49 PM

I do appreciate the feedback. I guess I was more concerned about winter driving. I'm going to MO which isn't awful however they get more ice then snow. Also didn't know people were putting that many miles on theirs. Yes I did buy it to be a daily driver but I only have 12k miles in 17 months and that's including a cross country move.

Now regarding "no balls" or "the Camaro is what gets me out of bed" well I do fly Combat Aircraft so obviously I love my job! Haha

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 68rssscamaro

Sounds like you made a decision already, so trade it in.

I have to disagree with reliability, being comfortable, cheaper to repair, and insure. It will perform better, good luck passing someone up a hill. Seats are way more comfy in my Camaro compared to a Honda of any model. My DD Kia Sorento costs more to insure than the Camaro with same coverage. Guess that may depend on age and what class the vehicle your insuring is rated at.. I have had a few accords so been there done that.

That wasn't my post so no I haven't made a decision. Agreed on insurance, it's only $22 cheaper every 6 months.

Welker2 · 03-10-2016, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Blutob2

I do appreciate the feedback. I guess I was more concerned about winter driving. I'm going to MO which isn't awful however they get more ice then snow. Also didn't know people were putting that many miles on theirs. Yes I did buy it to be a daily driver but I only have 12k miles in 17 months and that's including a cross country move.

Now regarding "no balls" or "the Camaro is what gets me out of bed" well I do fly Combat Aircraft so obviously I love my job! Haha

Well played & thank you for your service

jcampos · 03-10-2016, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by sherob

It you drop a Gixxer 1K engine in them.

Busa engine would make that little car fly lol

snarky · 03-10-2016, 04:58 PM

you must be buying a loaded Accord ( EX-L or Touring ) because I only paid 22k for my Sport aka "the fishbowl"

03-10-2016, 02:32 PM	#29
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,485 View My Garage	Is moving closer an option? Won't take long for that commute to get real old, especially if it involves traffic. __________________

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snarky ultracrepidarianism Drives: '14 1SS/RS/1LE/NPP '18 Accord Sport Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: where folks drive like shit Posts: 1,297	you must be buying a loaded Accord ( EX-L or Touring ) because I only paid 22k for my Sport aka "the fishbowl" __________________

03-10-2016, 02:34 PM	#30
Norseman Drives: 2010 SS - CGM Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota Posts: 31	I'm not sure I understand the logic here. Let's say gas goes to $4 a gallon and stays there... you're then looking at a $1500/year difference. It'll still take 3 years to see any benefit from this move. I'm also having trouble figuring out what you mean when you say you'll "hate driving the camaro in the winter". I live in Minnesota, and it appears you live in Alabama. I drive my car year round (with a small investment in winter tires). This car is an absolute beast in winter. It's well-balanced and heavy enough to go through crappy weather. I guess my point is, why on earth would you take a financial hit (for 3-5 years) to drive a less-fun car?

03-10-2016, 04:19 PM	#31
norf Drives: 2023 2LT RS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WNC Posts: 185	The Accord will get better mileage, runs on regular, will be more reliable, cheaper to maintain, depreciate less, cheaper to repair and probably be more comfortable. Insurance should be a lot less too. Makes sense to me but I would buy a used 4 cylinder accord verses new. The depreciation on a new honda will negate a lot of the cost savings.

03-10-2016, 04:43 PM	#34
jcampos Drives: 2014 Chevy Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: San Antonio Posts: 821	How about I suggest a Smart Car because those are masculine...

03-10-2016, 04:49 PM	#38
Blutob2 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Montgomery Posts: 167	I do appreciate the feedback. I guess I was more concerned about winter driving. I'm going to MO which isn't awful however they get more ice then snow. Also didn't know people were putting that many miles on theirs. Yes I did buy it to be a daily driver but I only have 12k miles in 17 months and that's including a cross country move. Now regarding "no balls" or "the Camaro is what gets me out of bed" well I do fly Combat Aircraft so obviously I love my job! Haha