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90503 · 01-30-2012, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MoeIv

I found a good deal on a 2012 2LT/RS but it took me a little bit more time to realize that I was leaning towards the v8

i don't mind paying the extra $$ since im still young and have no kids or bills to pay. Gas is no problem because petrol in my country is relatively cheap. I just have a couple of questions.

- Is it worth it to get a SS if you're not gonna take it to the track?
- A lot of people say the v6 has better ride quality than the v8, is it that noticeable?
- Any problems with the v8?

Thanks

I know of a lot of guys who "race" both...auto-cross has more to do with how you drive rather than hp...the stock ss does better in the quarter mile than a stock v6...

No real major problems with either one...all in all both pretty reliable...

Even though you don't plan on racing, the power difference is still noticeable but in my opinion not a deal killer for the V6 ...my $.02

Blau camaro · 01-30-2012, 04:34 PM

Congratulations V8 that's the American way. Good choice.

calbert1999 · 01-30-2012, 04:37 PM

I have no ideas why a v6 would have better ride quality than a v8. I doubt the power of the engine makes the ride better or worse.
I'd say this, if you can afford a V8 get one. If you read enough threads on here, you'll see most people with V8 are getting them supercharged for more power.
And, supercharging a V8 has nothing to do with the track, most of the time.
Just means you can pass any vehicle you want on the road because you hae the power.
V8 all the way. Not hating on those with V6, but if you're happy with a V6 that good. I would not buy a V6 Corvette (if it existed), so no way going to buy a V6 Camaro.

SSGUNNER · 01-30-2012, 04:41 PM

Get a mustang 300...........lol

Jk

KevinK · 01-30-2012, 04:43 PM

...as the old saying goes... "I could have had a V8..."

I think once you start driving one, ...if you didn't get the V8, ...you'll be looking back thinking you should have...

...now, ...what color ? lol

MoeIv · 01-30-2012, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KevinK

...as the old saying goes... "I could have had a V8..."

I think once you start driving one, ...if you didn't get the V8, ...you'll be looking back thinking you should have...

...now, ...what color ? lol

Looking for an AGM if I didn't find one i'll get a black one

SSGUNNER · 01-30-2012, 05:01 PM

Id say get the SS or you'll end trading it in later. I know i did this. The v6 was awesome but the SS is just a different beast.

*DGthe3* · 01-30-2012, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by calbert1999

I have no ideas why a v6 would have better ride quality than a v8. I doubt the power of the engine makes the ride better or worse.
I'd say this, if you can afford a V8 get one. If you read enough threads on here, you'll see most people with V8 are getting them supercharged for more power.
And, supercharging a V8 has nothing to do with the track, most of the time.
Just means you can pass any vehicle you want on the road because you hae the power.
V8 all the way. Not hating on those with V6, but if you're happy with a V6 that good. I would not buy a V6 Corvette (if it existed), so no way going to buy a V6 Camaro.

The V6 has a softer suspension tuning than the V8, and therefore it should have a smoother ride.

nyrfan · 01-30-2012, 05:47 PM

OMG, do we need 5 of these posts a day? These posts are SOOOOO played out!!!

KMPrenger · 01-30-2012, 06:12 PM

These posts are getting a bit played out...

Its always the same answer really. If you feel the need for the bigger power and you can afford it...get the V8.

But the V6 is a very good car. I haven't driven my V6 RS now for a little while. Took her out for a spin today and it re-assured me that I certainly don't need the V8 when this car feels as good as it does...although mine isn't stock either.

MoeIv · 01-30-2012, 06:34 PM

I have nothing against the v6 it's a good car but I like the ss fascia and how the exhaust sounds. V6 has plenty of power for me but the v8 has the aggressiveness. Now what I was asking is that is it worth getting the v8 if your not gonna use all that hp? I really care about the appearance more than power.

90503 · 01-30-2012, 06:49 PM

Even though you may not want the hp now, you might want it later, then you'll have it!...Plus if you like the looks, go for it!!

P.S. Your screen name just registered!!! lol ........nice!

SS6.2 · 01-30-2012, 06:59 PM

bro at the end of the day get the SS you will regret getting the 6 banger later. a camaro aint a camaro without a v8. 6 cylinders lmao well thats that. get the ss

WildL16 · 01-30-2012, 07:08 PM

If you dont care about the power then get the v6 and put a new exhaust (obviously still wont sound like a v8 but you can make it sound good for a v6) and a new fascia. Would be alot cheaper. If you think for any reason the power wont be enough or don't care about the extra money spent...then just go for the v8. That way theres no turnin back.

01-30-2012, 04:41 PM	#18
SSGUNNER Chu no guat a hasa is? Drives: 14 Jeep G Cherokee Overland HEMI Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Some where in So Cal Posts: 4,273	Get a mustang 300...........lol Jk __________________ 11 2SS/RSL99No Longer Stock (Sold) 6/19/14:AAC Plasma DRL's \| Plug n play harness \| Elite CC \| Tint: 35% & 5% \| LED Dome light \| Show-N-Go Plate Holder \| Flowmaster AT \| C.A.I. Intake \| VMAX CNC Spiral Ported TB \| Husky Splash Guards

01-30-2012, 05:01 PM	#21
SSGUNNER Chu no guat a hasa is? Drives: 14 Jeep G Cherokee Overland HEMI Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Some where in So Cal Posts: 4,273	Id say get the SS or you'll end trading it in later. I know i did this. The v6 was awesome but the SS is just a different beast. __________________ 11 2SS/RSL99No Longer Stock (Sold) 6/19/14:AAC Plasma DRL's \| Plug n play harness \| Elite CC \| Tint: 35% & 5% \| LED Dome light \| Show-N-Go Plate Holder \| Flowmaster AT \| C.A.I. Intake \| VMAX CNC Spiral Ported TB \| Husky Splash Guards

01-30-2012, 05:47 PM	#23
nyrfan Let's go Rangers! Drives: 13' AGM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 10,742 View My Garage	OMG, do we need 5 of these posts a day? These posts are SOOOOO played out!!! __________________ Soprano 4/1/00-6/14/11, Gone but NEVER forgotten! FSP tuned: 377/389

01-30-2012, 06:12 PM	#24
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	These posts are getting a bit played out... Its always the same answer really. If you feel the need for the bigger power and you can afford it...get the V8. But the V6 is a very good car. I haven't driven my V6 RS now for a little while. Took her out for a spin today and it re-assured me that I certainly don't need the V8 when this car feels as good as it does...although mine isn't stock either. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

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Blau camaro Account Suspended Drives: #1 CAMARO FAN Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Rockford IL. Posts: 656	Congratulations V8 that's the American way. Good choice.

01-30-2012, 04:37 PM	#17
calbert1999 Camaro SS Lover Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black IOM Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, Ontario (Canada) Posts: 2,863	I have no ideas why a v6 would have better ride quality than a v8. I doubt the power of the engine makes the ride better or worse. I'd say this, if you can afford a V8 get one. If you read enough threads on here, you'll see most people with V8 are getting them supercharged for more power. And, supercharging a V8 has nothing to do with the track, most of the time. Just means you can pass any vehicle you want on the road because you hae the power. V8 all the way. Not hating on those with V6, but if you're happy with a V6 that good. I would not buy a V6 Corvette (if it existed), so no way going to buy a V6 Camaro.

01-30-2012, 04:43 PM	#19
KevinK Drives: '02 SS 345/M6 conv. Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hudson Valley, NY Posts: 182	...as the old saying goes... "I could have had a V8..." I think once you start driving one, ...if you didn't get the V8, ...you'll be looking back thinking you should have... ...now, ...what color ? lol

01-30-2012, 06:34 PM	#25
MoeIv Drives: IOM 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Qatar Posts: 702	I have nothing against the v6 it's a good car but I like the ss fascia and how the exhaust sounds. V6 has plenty of power for me but the v8 has the aggressiveness. Now what I was asking is that is it worth getting the v8 if your not gonna use all that hp? I really care about the appearance more than power.

01-30-2012, 06:49 PM	#26
90503 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 14,425	Even though you may not want the hp now, you might want it later, then you'll have it!...Plus if you like the looks, go for it!! P.S. Your screen name just registered!!! lol ........nice!

01-30-2012, 06:59 PM	#27
SS6.2 Account Suspended Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: MIAMI Posts: 31	bro at the end of the day get the SS you will regret getting the 6 banger later. a camaro aint a camaro without a v8. 6 cylinders lmao well thats that. get the ss

01-30-2012, 07:08 PM	#28
WildL16 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS M6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 76 View My Garage	If you dont care about the power then get the v6 and put a new exhaust (obviously still wont sound like a v8 but you can make it sound good for a v6) and a new fascia. Would be alot cheaper. If you think for any reason the power wont be enough or don't care about the extra money spent...then just go for the v8. That way theres no turnin back.