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GrandAmGT · 03-10-2016, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Blutob2

So it seems everyone thinks this is just about fuel efficency however we all know gas won't stay this cheap. Regardless, I can't see putting that much miles on the Camaro. Yes I could get a cheap car but then that gives me 4 at the house. Plus winters are worse so would hate to drive the Camaro. Trust me I hate this and will lose money.

OP, what are your other two cars? You can't drive one of those?

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by snarky

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

Yes it's the 2016 EX-L with Nav and Honda Sensing. $31.9 sticker.

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GrandAmGT

OP, what are your other two cars? You can't drive one of those?

My mother in law lives with us so she has a car. She normally gets a job. My wife has a new Pathfinder. She doesn't know how to drive a stick either. I could teach her but why would I do that

We are looking at houses in 2 weeks so if we find one with a 3 car garage and decent driveway then I may consider buying a 4th.

thebwlife · 03-10-2016, 05:19 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.

So this and we're missing on big part of the equation. That Honda accords value after driving off the lot will take a 3-4K drop. So value wise your losing 4K on purchase + another 4K in drop value + tags/tax. If you really want to save money pick up a 2 year old Civic/Carola for like 12-14K. If you spend 26K-ish or more you're doing for you not because its economically wise.

Congrats also you win my first post. I'm was pretty big in the 4Runner/FJ communities but now looking for a street hobby with 450+ HP.

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 05:21 PM

Uhm so you looking to buy? Haha

thebwlife · 03-10-2016, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Blutob2

Uhm so you looking to buy? Haha

I work in oil & gas...and my wife is due with our second set of twins sometime this week. But maybe a year from now! I'm actually waiting on 2010-2012 SS's to level out under the 20K and I'll get in the game.

I do drive a 6.2 GM though, but it's just in a Denali XL. Other car is a CNG Bi-Fuel Tahoe - so I have a little modified GM experience.

norf · 03-10-2016, 05:56 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.

My decision is i am keeping my camaro!

Just giving my financial opinion. However if the OP is intent on buying a brand NEW loaded accord V6 then I would just keep the SS.

Mr. Stacy · 03-10-2016, 06:07 PM

You fly jet airplanes? Oh crap. Who cares about the Camaro then?

I thought you guys always drove these things to work anyway!

Thank you for your service!

Welker2 · 03-10-2016, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Stacy

You fly jet airplanes? Oh crap. Who cares about the Camaro then?

I thought you guys always drove these things to work anyway!

Unless he's Air Force ...

OrangeVert · 03-10-2016, 06:15 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.

This!!!

Blutob2 · 03-10-2016, 06:30 PM

Well definitely not Navy in MO...but i did own my fair share of crotch rockets.

Oh and the Accord is only a 4cyl. Maybe I should look at Audi or Lexus.

EMB135Driver · 03-10-2016, 06:38 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

Thank you for your service. What do you fly?

Nighthawk89 · 03-10-2016, 07:04 PM

Get a diesel. You won't regret it. Doesn't matter what it is. Just a diesel.

Nighthawk89 · 03-10-2016, 07:07 PM

Although the they did cheat their way my father has a jetty TDI diesel and he drives about 80 miles one way to work each morning and has over 130k miles on a 3 year old car. No spark plugs and other Maintenance Required like you see on the honda, awesome gas mileage and lower diesel pricing. Just my opinion..

03-10-2016, 06:07 PM	#50
Mr. Stacy El Duderino Drives: 2011 2LTRS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Seattle Posts: 2,194 View My Garage	You fly jet airplanes? Oh crap. Who cares about the Camaro then? I thought you guys always drove these things to work anyway! Thank you for your service! __________________ I bowl. Drive around. The occasional acid flashback.

03-10-2016, 05:21 PM	#47
Blutob2 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Montgomery Posts: 167	Uhm so you looking to buy? Haha

03-10-2016, 06:30 PM	#53
Blutob2 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Montgomery Posts: 167	Well definitely not Navy in MO...but i did own my fair share of crotch rockets. Oh and the Accord is only a 4cyl. Maybe I should look at Audi or Lexus.

03-10-2016, 07:04 PM	#55
Nighthawk89 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2Ss M6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,013	Get a diesel. You won't regret it. Doesn't matter what it is. Just a diesel.

03-10-2016, 07:07 PM	#56
Nighthawk89 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2Ss M6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,013	Although the they did cheat their way my father has a jetty TDI diesel and he drives about 80 miles one way to work each morning and has over 130k miles on a 3 year old car. No spark plugs and other Maintenance Required like you see on the honda, awesome gas mileage and lower diesel pricing. Just my opinion..