Is extra power of the SS really worth it? - Page 6 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

coolman · 06-26-2011, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Cristoff

You're only 18, the RS is plenty fast for you too.

The RS is also available on the SS so I would say why not have both.

AKAviking14 · 06-26-2011, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cristoff

You're only 18, the RS is plenty fast for you too.

I'm 19

Cristoff · 06-26-2011, 02:55 PM

I stand corrected, I misread your OP. My opinion doesn't change though.

Best of luck in your decision, I hope it doesn't bite you square in the ass.

kennyo · 06-26-2011, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Finsfan

Post the sheet or your just blowing smoke

Yea-I think those numbers sound crazy too.

Sunlover · 06-26-2011, 04:35 PM

One thing you are overlooking is if you have both vehicles financed, you can't just "sign them over" to each other's name. You'll have to, in essence, SELL them to each other to pay off each title, and retitle it to the other one. This means after the 16 year old brother gets qualified to buy a nearly $40,000 SS, he's going to immediately want to sell it, and get qualified again by some financial institution to cover the V6. And the 19 year old will be selling his V6, and financing whatever amount is owed on the SS. I don't know anything about this 16 year old's credit standing, but that's a lot to get approved in a short time frame.

Otherwise, they just make each other's payments, drive each other's cars, pay each other's insurance, but the cars stay in the original names, and they pray it never causes them any legal complications.

Gibroni · 06-26-2011, 05:00 PM

From what I've gathered the V6 is a more comfortable daily driver and it also handles better due to the lower weight of the engine. I think Jay Leno got it right. A turbo brings the V6 up to SS HP with lighter weight and better gas mileage. Plus it's a better car for auto-crossing because of the weight and handling. I like the looks of the V6 better because they're identical except for the night rider mail slot. Sure, throw rocks at me but the best car for you and you brother is the one I drive everyday, a Honda Element. It will haul your kayak, mountain bikes, guitars and amplifiers or drums. You can muck it up and wipe it clean, the seat fold into a bed so you got a motel on wheels when you catch a girl. The Camaro is a sweet ride but I'm looking at getting one as a SECOND car and a convertible to boot. That's what I'll get too a 2012 V6 'vert. I also read in another thread that in the 45 years the Camaro has been made only 5 different trim levels had more HP than the current V6. I think those advocating that you trade up to the V* are expressing their desire for a bigger penis.

ckaram · 06-26-2011, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gibroni

I think those advocating that you trade up to the V* are expressing their desire for a bigger penis.

Bay Area SS · 06-26-2011, 06:24 PM

Absolutely worth it. Stock ss is a lil enemic imo. Not tryin to be a Dick but couldn't imagine any less power than stock ss. Do it u will be glad u did. True muscle is a v8

GEN-IV · 06-26-2011, 07:17 PM

The LS3 is a wonderful engine, buy one before the legiscritters outlaw them!

Fraxum · 06-26-2011, 07:43 PM

Not worth it for you.

Why pay the extra $$ for insurance and depreciation? Save that extra money and buy your net dream car with cash. You will be a few years older and wiser and insurance will be less.

In the mean time enjoy your Camaro. It can be every bit as much fun as an SS.

Revo1 · 06-26-2011, 07:45 PM

YES.

black79ta · 06-26-2011, 11:14 PM

if you have to think about it then yeah, hell yeah. whether you can afford it is a different question

oldfriend · 06-26-2011, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AKAviking14

I have an option to basically give my 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS to my brother. In exchange, he will buy a brand new 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS and trade me cars. I am only 19 but I work full time and can support the car payment without any hassle at all. The thing I want to know is, is the extra power from the SS worth the extra money? The catch is, the car payment would be a little more than the $500 a month payment I am currently paying and that I will have to pay 100% of my insurance. Something I would also like to know is how much the rates are for a 19 year old with a brand new V8 Camaro. Any help is appreciated. Thanks camaro5er's.

If one have a 42 ''TV and is offered a 65'' one , is it a good thing or not , well it is up for discussion for some people and a sure thing for others , do you see the way i do ?

ParisTNDude · 06-26-2011, 11:32 PM

How many on the forum have traded V6s for SSs? I have heard many say it was well worth it!!!

06-26-2011, 02:55 PM	#73
Cristoff Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS in Red Jewel Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 463 View My Garage	I stand corrected, I misread your OP. My opinion doesn't change though. Best of luck in your decision, I hope it doesn't bite you square in the ass. __________________ Yes, this is my Camaro parked in front of the Infiniti Dealership that I run. No, my boss is not happy...

06-26-2011, 07:17 PM	#79
GEN-IV Right Cam Drives: 2010 LS3 / 79 Z28 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 508	The LS3 is a wonderful engine, buy one before the legiscritters outlaw them! __________________ 2010 2SS/RS M6 CGM E-Force + 2015 1LT V6/A6

06-26-2011, 07:43 PM	#80
Fraxum Drives: a M6 LT1 ordered From Becky!!! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 7,520	Not worth it for you. Why pay the extra $$ for insurance and depreciation? Save that extra money and buy your net dream car with cash. You will be a few years older and wiser and insurance will be less. In the mean time enjoy your Camaro. It can be every bit as much fun as an SS. __________________ "Democracy Dies in Darkness" My LT1 Keeper ..... ..... My Car Blog CarPlayList, a free App to build USB and Android Music drives.

06-26-2011, 07:45 PM	#81
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	YES. __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

06-26-2011, 11:14 PM	#82
black79ta Drives: 79 transam with 582cid dart motor Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: missouri Posts: 529 View My Garage	if you have to think about it then yeah, hell yeah. whether you can afford it is a different question __________________ 2010 Camaro (inferno orange, 2SS, RS and such) cat backs, catch can, CAI on the way 79 Transam, 582 cid dart motor 779hp 315's out back 40spline gdaxles tko tranny

06-26-2011, 04:35 PM	#75
Sunlover Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: FL Posts: 137	One thing you are overlooking is if you have both vehicles financed, you can't just "sign them over" to each other's name. You'll have to, in essence, SELL them to each other to pay off each title, and retitle it to the other one. This means after the 16 year old brother gets qualified to buy a nearly $40,000 SS, he's going to immediately want to sell it, and get qualified again by some financial institution to cover the V6. And the 19 year old will be selling his V6, and financing whatever amount is owed on the SS. I don't know anything about this 16 year old's credit standing, but that's a lot to get approved in a short time frame. Otherwise, they just make each other's payments, drive each other's cars, pay each other's insurance, but the cars stay in the original names, and they pray it never causes them any legal complications.

06-26-2011, 05:00 PM	#76
Gibroni Drives: '12 IOM LT 'vert Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NEPA Posts: 646	From what I've gathered the V6 is a more comfortable daily driver and it also handles better due to the lower weight of the engine. I think Jay Leno got it right. A turbo brings the V6 up to SS HP with lighter weight and better gas mileage. Plus it's a better car for auto-crossing because of the weight and handling. I like the looks of the V6 better because they're identical except for the night rider mail slot. Sure, throw rocks at me but the best car for you and you brother is the one I drive everyday, a Honda Element. It will haul your kayak, mountain bikes, guitars and amplifiers or drums. You can muck it up and wipe it clean, the seat fold into a bed so you got a motel on wheels when you catch a girl. The Camaro is a sweet ride but I'm looking at getting one as a SECOND car and a convertible to boot. That's what I'll get too a 2012 V6 'vert. I also read in another thread that in the 45 years the Camaro has been made only 5 different trim levels had more HP than the current V6. I think those advocating that you trade up to the V* are expressing their desire for a bigger penis.

06-26-2011, 06:24 PM	#78
Bay Area SS Drives: 2010 rs/2ss Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ca bay area Posts: 669 View My Garage	Absolutely worth it. Stock ss is a lil enemic imo. Not tryin to be a Dick but couldn't imagine any less power than stock ss. Do it u will be glad u did. True muscle is a v8

06-26-2011, 11:32 PM	#84
ParisTNDude Owning SSes for 50 Years Drives: Sharkskin Grey LT1 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Paris, TN Posts: 3,139 View My Garage	V6 for V8 How many on the forum have traded V6s for SSs? I have heard many say it was well worth it!!! __________________ The new ride: 2023 Camaro, LT1, Sharkskin Grey Previous Performance Cars: 1966 Chevelle SS 4M, 2010 Corvette 6M 1968 Dodge Charger R/T Auto 2012 1SS 6M 1982 Corvette Auto 2010 1SS 6A 1984 Corvette Auto 2016 2SS 8A 1999 Camaro Auto 2017 HBM 1SS 1le 2002 C5 Corvette 6M 2018 2SS 2006 Corvette Auto 2023 Camaro LT1

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