How Refined is the 5th Gen ?

[PercyJWellingtonIII]

Originally Posted by Jims73z

If I'm coming from a fourth gen f-body convertible how much more BMW like is the new camaro? Does it feel like G8 which its based on? I'm buying a coupe this time so I'm sure there's lots of difference there. I'm thinking they should be completely different animals. My ss has horrendous road noise, I can't even use the phone top up. Planning on renting before I buy but not really looking at other cars. I'm a camaroholic.........

I drove a 2002 SS when they came out. It was quick but the ride was out of the question. When the new Camaros came out I drove them all. I knew I wanted one from day one. Its a tight smooth road car.

[VictoryMuscleCars]

Originally Posted by coolman

What I would say to keep it short and sweat is, It's light years ahead of the 4th gens in refinement and light years behind a BMW in refinement. If you want a GM vehicle that is refined like a BMW then buy a CTS-v. It's way ahead of a BMW.

Agreed!

[PercyJWellingtonIII]

Originally Posted by mikeSS

you need test drive the new BMWs. 2007 come on dude . thats like comparing a 2007 GT to a 2011 5.0L. they updated a lot of thing in 2010. my 328i handles better than my camaro and its a 328i, can only dream of m3, and i got the best speakers possible for my model. no way in hell does it compare to BA system. but the car does cost more. 10k more

The 328 is a much lighter car isn't it, smaller wheelbase etc. Cost more. Really not comparable. Plus the BMW is lacking in the coolness factor.

[Jeffm]

Originally Posted by Ark5thGenGirl

My non-BA system is actually excellent.

I agree i like my standard radio but i really want a nav system

[iCSpEEdRaCeR]

anyone know if the side mirrors can be set to lower when the car is placed in reverse? It's a handy feature my current car can be set to do (have to put the mirror adjustment lever to left or right and when the car goes in reverse they lower so you can see your wheels and assist in missing curbs, etc.)

[mikeSS]

Originally Posted by PercyJWellingtonIII

The 328 is a much lighter car isn't it, smaller wheelbase etc. Cost more. Really not comparable. Plus the BMW is lacking in the coolness factor.

if thats the case, than what BMW is really comparable ? none. the 1 series is the same way, the 5 series is a luxury car.

the camaro is for sure more of a head turned no doubt. but BMW owners don't think that way. its much more of a classy car, that targets different type of person. plus in the end, its a BMW enough said.

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by iCSpEEdRaCeR

anyone know if the side mirrors can be set to lower when the car is placed in reverse? It's a handy feature my current car can be set to do (have to put the mirror adjustment lever to left or right and when the car goes in reverse they lower so you can see your wheels and assist in missing curbs, etc.)

Nope.

[MyIBMssRS]

Originally Posted by Jims73z

I think I'm making a solid decision as the 4th gen suspension and ride are basically designed in the seventies early eighties. I want a solid adult car I'm 53 for Gods sake and I have a 73 z28 thats obnoxious. I've driven plenty of cars and my ss convertible is only a little better riding than my 84 corvette z51. Thanks for the input and I welcome more comments.

If you're looking for sporty and refined have you considered a CTS-V?

[Jims73z]

I think a cts v stretches the budget
Too much. My wife would need a big raise! Plus I haven't accepted my age yet.

[cab2g]

I think you'll be happy with the 5th gen. Just test drive one. Make sure to leave your wallet in the car so that you don't accidentally buy one on the spot though