Has your perception changed of the V6 Camaro?? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Scotsman · 07-21-2008, 07:18 PM

Mine certainly has. I don't even think you can compare it with the fleet happy V6 Stang, more like 350Z levels of performance/handling here. At this point I'd say I'm perfectly fine opting for a V6 Camaro not even thinking about the 8, which I'm sure is nice, but you truly get the best of all worlds with the 6 cylinder; high tech engine, great fuel economy, top shelf performance and probably a more well sorted car in the weight department. None of the above describes anything close to a secretaries car in my humble but frank opinion.

MerF · 07-21-2008, 07:21 PM

I will seriously have to consider getting the V6-M6 convertible over the LS3 if the cost is very different. I think I could actually be content with this V6.

And to me, the real priority is the convertible...at least it is now that the V6 has such performance potential. I'm terribly excited about it.

Xanthos · 07-21-2008, 07:43 PM

Well, I was planning on getting the V6 since, well, forever. I knew from the beginning there was no way I'd be able to afford the payments on the v8 - much less the insurance. With that said, the more I find out about the v6, the more I like. But, I do like the v8 fog light/lower grill arrangement more than that of the v6 - especially if it comes with the now departed hood scoop. Maybe I could arrange a swap with somebody who buys a silver v8. I'm still getting the v6 either way.
- Xanthos

ZeeTwentyFour · 07-21-2008, 11:27 PM

yea my opinion got better, now that I know you can get an V6 RS I'm all over that. plus the lower cost means I have more left over for accessories!

*The_Blur* · 07-21-2008, 11:46 PM

I like everything about the V6. It is worthy of serious consideration. I've liked it from the beginning, and now it might be my final choice.

GothamCamaro · 07-21-2008, 11:48 PM

The V6 as a LT/RS keeps calling me out, so yeah... my preception has changed to save some cash and get me one of these. We'll see but the V6 hit me from left field. :seesaw:

logance · 07-21-2008, 11:55 PM

V6 RS is going to be just nice as my first car (yea it will be my first car im only 15) . does any one know when the prices will be released

logance · 07-22-2008, 12:06 AM

who needs a V-8 when you can buy a V-6 and costamize it

pinkcamaro10 · 07-22-2008, 12:24 AM

before i was dead set on V8, now im almost positive im getting v6 rs, i like my bells and whistles.

*Mindz* · 07-22-2008, 12:31 AM

I'm getting the car for the power. I don't want to beat competition, I want to smoke it. I knew the V6 would be VERY respectable in comparison to class competition so I wasn't suprised much. If I wasn't deadset on a v8 (always wanted the burble), I'd be getting a fully loaded v6.

*GTAHVIT* · 07-22-2008, 06:38 AM

I'm still a big fan of the V6. I don't want one. However, you can't help but be excited about a NA V6 that performs close to base V8's

MerF · 07-22-2008, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by logance

who needs a V-8 when you can buy a V-6 and costamize it

That's the best typo ever.

Bowtie Guy Z28 · 07-22-2008, 08:55 AM

I've always said I would get the V8 but I'm not getting rid of my 98'. We recently found out my wife is Prego with our 2nd so I'm REALLY torn. I guess I need to think about if I really need three V8 vehicles with todays gas prices. But if I can't get that ambient lighting in the V6....

EllwynX · 07-22-2008, 09:32 AM

I've never had a negative opinion of V6 Camaro's. I've owned 2 V6's ('91 RS and '02 Coupe) and loved them both.

But I've been saying all along that I wanted the V8 this time around.

I haven't owned a V8 since my first car ('82 Berlinetta) 16 years ago. So I think it's time to get back to where I started. lol That, and I need to overcompensate after driving around in a 103hp Aveo for 4 years prior to getting the new Camaro.

07-21-2008, 07:18 PM	#1
Scotsman Auto Pilot Drives: Gunmetal Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: L.A. Posts: 1,307	Has your perception changed of the V6 Camaro?? Mine certainly has. I don't even think you can compare it with the fleet happy V6 Stang, more like 350Z levels of performance/handling here. At this point I'd say I'm perfectly fine opting for a V6 Camaro not even thinking about the 8, which I'm sure is nice, but you truly get the best of all worlds with the 6 cylinder; high tech engine, great fuel economy, top shelf performance and probably a more well sorted car in the weight department. None of the above describes anything close to a secretaries car in my humble but frank opinion. __________________ "Let the rest of the world dream of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and dinky little British two-seaters. In this country speed doesn't look like that." Got SS?

07-21-2008, 07:43 PM	#3
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	Well, I was planning on getting the V6 since, well, forever. I knew from the beginning there was no way I'd be able to afford the payments on the v8 - much less the insurance. With that said, the more I find out about the v6, the more I like. But, I do like the v8 fog light/lower grill arrangement more than that of the v6 - especially if it comes with the now departed hood scoop. Maybe I could arrange a swap with somebody who buys a silver v8. I'm still getting the v6 either way. - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

07-21-2008, 11:27 PM	#4
ZeeTwentyFour Does not have a Camaro Drives: 99 silverado Z71/66 Chevelle SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 469 View My Garage	yea my opinion got better, now that I know you can get an V6 RS I'm all over that. plus the lower cost means I have more left over for accessories! __________________

07-21-2008, 11:46 PM	#5
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	I like everything about the V6. It is worthy of serious consideration. I've liked it from the beginning, and now it might be my final choice. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

07-21-2008, 11:48 PM	#6
GothamCamaro Then you're gonna love me Drives: 2010 Black Camaro Tumbler RS Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: NW Gotham, IL Posts: 1,599	The V6 as a LT/RS keeps calling me out, so yeah... my preception has changed to save some cash and get me one of these. We'll see but the V6 hit me from left field. :seesaw: __________________ *Own- "Does it come in Black?" Exterior/ Grey Interior 2LT/RS Automatic* _____________________________________ The Batman would only drive a 2010 Camaro and buy from Camaro Scotty. 'Nuff said. *Anyone that knows of a place that is making the Concept Shifter for the new Camaro. (Auto specifically) Please let me know.* Order# NDTMVP Ordered 10/23/08. 2000 on 5/21/09... It begins..... 4B00 on 6/26/09... In transit to the Cave 5000 on 7/6/09 it waits for my arrival! 1000000 on 7/10/09 The Tumbler is in the Cave!

07-21-2008, 07:21 PM	#2
MerF Go Rays! Drives: 03 Trailblazer Join Date: May 2007 Location: St Pete, Florida Posts: 2,533	I will seriously have to consider getting the V6-M6 convertible over the LS3 if the cost is very different. I think I could actually be content with this V6. And to me, the real priority is the convertible...at least it is now that the V6 has such performance potential. I'm terribly excited about it.

07-21-2008, 11:55 PM	#7
logance first car = 2010 camaro Drives: 1972 ford ranger F-100 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: bellingham Posts: 22	V6 RS is going to be just nice as my first car (yea it will be my first car im only 15) . does any one know when the prices will be released

07-22-2008, 12:06 AM	#8
logance first car = 2010 camaro Drives: 1972 ford ranger F-100 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: bellingham Posts: 22	who needs a V-8 when you can buy a V-6 and costamize it

07-22-2008, 12:24 AM	#9
pinkcamaro10 2G1FC1EV1A9110079 Drives: 2010 2LT/RS, 2013 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 4,756 View My Garage	before i was dead set on V8, now im almost positive im getting v6 rs, i like my bells and whistles. __________________

07-22-2008, 12:31 AM	#10
Mindz E.B.A.H. Drives: you wild... Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In the happy padded room wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself... Posts: 18,421	I'm getting the car for the power. I don't want to beat competition, I want to smoke it. I knew the V6 would be VERY respectable in comparison to class competition so I wasn't suprised much. If I wasn't deadset on a v8 (always wanted the burble), I'd be getting a fully loaded v6. __________________ Blue Rush, 2010 SS [Car of the Week 3/22/2010] Traded in on...ZLZBUBB, 2013 ZL1

07-22-2008, 06:38 AM	#11
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	I'm still a big fan of the V6. I don't want one. However, you can't help but be excited about a NA V6 that performs close to base V8's __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

07-22-2008, 08:55 AM	#13
Bowtie Guy Z28 Drives: 98' Z28 08 CC Z71 2010 SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 493	I've always said I would get the V8 but I'm not getting rid of my 98'. We recently found out my wife is Prego with our 2nd so I'm REALLY torn. I guess I need to think about if I really need three V8 vehicles with todays gas prices. But if I can't get that ambient lighting in the V6.... __________________ 04/10/09 1100 04/14/09 2000 04/21/09 3000 05/21/09 3400 05/30/09 3800 VIN....14159 Colorado Members check out CCOTR.ORG The "Z": BBK Intake, 85 MM Power TB, Smooth Bellow, SLP Lid, K&N, SLP Panhard, Strut Tower Brace, Spec Stage 2+ Racing Clutch, MSD Wires, Performance Exhaust

07-22-2008, 09:32 AM	#14
EllwynX Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2006 Location: Southern NJ Posts: 2,260	I've never had a negative opinion of V6 Camaro's. I've owned 2 V6's ('91 RS and '02 Coupe) and loved them both. But I've been saying all along that I wanted the V8 this time around. I haven't owned a V8 since my first car ('82 Berlinetta) 16 years ago. So I think it's time to get back to where I started. lol That, and I need to overcompensate after driving around in a 103hp Aveo for 4 years prior to getting the new Camaro.

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