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mike302 · 02-12-2009, 06:03 AM

I wouldn't even consider an automatic. For me a stick is more fun to drive. When looking at used camaros in the past, the sticks always got my attention. That being said, I think I may be in the minority. If you look at the kelley bluebook site, used automatics are valued higher than sticks.

Zeus95 · 02-12-2009, 06:25 AM

Armando416 what dealer are you getting yours from ? I'm in the south subs of Chicago and ordered the 2SS/RS stick. I'm getting mine from Phillips Chevy in Frankfort. Great guys over there.

Supermans · 02-12-2009, 06:36 AM

An automatic usually these days has a higher resale value since younger drivers in their 20's are buying more auto sports cars than ever before. In about 10 years when you are ready to sell the Camaro SS, the auto wil probably be just a little easier to sell.. As for resale value I think CamaroSSforme is correct that since the auto costs more, it translates to being a little more in the Blue Book value.

LS3SSRS · 02-12-2009, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSSforme

Incorrect. I own a Subbie legacy GT with 5 speed...and it's resale value is $700 less than than the Auto. This is true across the board that I've seen.

You can check yourself here:

http://www.cudlautosmart.com/(X(1)S(...ookieSupport=1

i wouldn't say incorrect...maybe in your case. My little brother bought an 89 240sx auto for cheap because the 5 speeds were harder to find, and more money. I don't go by blue book values, i'm talking about where i live and manuals sell for more. I dont want to get into an argument here i am providing my opinion as to what i've seen.

UCF w00t · 02-12-2009, 11:11 AM

It depends on the car. Look at the market of prospective buyers... are they 30yr old women or 20yr old guys wanting to "race"? Sports cars probably are about equal or maybe the manual being better for resale. But family sedans, the auto will have much better resale value. I think Camaro SS models will probably see about the same or maybe higher value for the manual but v6 I wouldn't be surprised if the auto has a higher resale. Keep in mind that the auto costs more in the first place. I recently went through this debate and that's what I figured out. Look at the resale values for Mustang GTs if you'd like a decent comparison.

CDBiker220 · 02-12-2009, 12:23 PM

Simple answer, resale for 4th gens is way better with the six speed trust me, i tried to buy a stick and could only get a auto with my budget. In a performance car...after a few years the stick will be worth more.

wjones14 · 02-12-2009, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by UCF w00t

It depends on the car. Look at the market of prospective buyers... are they 30yr old women or 20yr old guys wanting to "race"? Sports cars probably are about equal or maybe the manual being better for resale.

Don't discount older guys (like me) who have the ready savings to buy these cars.

I'm from the generation who remembers the first and second generation Camaros first-hand, and I'd bet we're a pretty sizeable part of the 2010 Camaro market.

headpunter · 02-12-2009, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LS3SSRS

i wouldn't say incorrect...maybe in your case. My little brother bought an 89 240sx auto for cheap because the 5 speeds were harder to find, and more money. I don't go by blue book values, i'm talking about where i live and manuals sell for more. I dont want to get into an argument here i am providing my opinion as to what i've seen.

lol silly thats in canada, not the real world........

epd313 · 02-17-2009, 01:19 PM

You definately can't go by blue book on these cars. My 2000 SS with 19,000 babied miles has a blue book of $9,500! And that is private party, I'm sure my dealer would love me to trade this in on my 2010 SS, trade value is $7,300. I have it sold to a guy at work for $19,000 and it has a stick. That being said, i ordered the L99 A6 for my new one. I won't have to worry as much when my son wants it for the prom, he's only 7 though!!

CamaroSSforme · 02-17-2009, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LS3SSRS

i wouldn't say incorrect...maybe in your case. My little brother bought an 89 240sx auto for cheap because the 5 speeds were harder to find, and more money. I don't go by blue book values, i'm talking about where i live and manuals sell for more. I dont want to get into an argument here i am providing my opinion as to what i've seen.

Ok, but that was apples to oranges.

To be honest, I think the manual Camaro will end up holding more value over the long haul. However if I trade it in within 7 years....it won't and that holds true for every car that costs more with an auto to start with. I supplied a link for you to see for yourself.

What you are talking about isn't really resell value, but more collectability and I agree there. If you are planning to hold onto it for 10 plus years...manual all the way.

armando416 · 02-18-2009, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeus95

Armando416 what dealer are you getting yours from ? I'm in the south subs of Chicago and ordered the 2SS/RS stick. I'm getting mine from Phillips Chevy in Frankfort. Great guys over there.

Hey actually getting mine from the same store! I had called Apple Chevy first since they're closer. They wouldn't sell to me at GMS. So I called Phillips, they also said no go. I told them if they want an easy sale, they have my #, so call me back if they change their minds. Well they called back 5 minutes later and now I am scheduled to receive an Imperial Blue SS! Can't wait!

Rockies4 · 02-18-2009, 08:28 PM

I think a factor to be considered in the decision would be "where you plan to resale it." If you live out in the country, then it's awesome for a stick. On the other hand, if you drive bumper to bumper each day to work, it really sucks. Location will have a factor in the decision-making process.

myold88 · 02-19-2009, 08:30 AM

Stick vs automatic resale depends on how old the car is. newer cars are worth more with automatics. But as they get older stick shift is more desirable. Check the collector car market- 4 speed Gto's / Camaros are worth much more with a 4 speed trans. In my opinion what you order depends on what you will use your Camaro for. Daily driver- Get the auto. Weekend fun car- Nothings beats a stick.

remdds · 06-30-2011, 11:57 AM

Don't worry about it! If you have a spouse or kids that can't drive stick or do a lot of heavy trafficed city drivin' or you just gotta have the remote start get an automatic! If you race, do more highway than city, or just enjoy the control get stick! Resale? Worry about now!

Mayans say we won't be here after 12/2012 anyway.

I got the auto (V8 of course) because of traffic and the wife. I wanted a stick but knew I'd be getting too many tickets or do something stupid and run up a telephone pole! But that M6 is sweeeeeet!

02-12-2009, 06:36 AM	#17
Supermans Camaro & Stang Enthusiast Drives: 2011 Mustang 5.0 in Kona Blue Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 4,752 View My Garage	An automatic usually these days has a higher resale value since younger drivers in their 20's are buying more auto sports cars than ever before. In about 10 years when you are ready to sell the Camaro SS, the auto wil probably be just a little easier to sell.. As for resale value I think CamaroSSforme is correct that since the auto costs more, it translates to being a little more in the Blue Book value. __________________ Bought my Camaro from Eric Hall(817) 421-7266

06-30-2011, 11:57 AM	#28
remdds Floss 'em if you got 'em! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS L99 CGM Join Date: May 2011 Location: West Tennessee Posts: 177	Don't worry about it! If you have a spouse or kids that can't drive stick or do a lot of heavy trafficed city drivin' or you just gotta have the remote start get an automatic! If you race, do more highway than city, or just enjoy the control get stick! Resale? Worry about now! Mayans say we won't be here after 12/2012 anyway. I got the auto (V8 of course) because of traffic and the wife. I wanted a stick but knew I'd be getting too many tickets or do something stupid and run up a telephone pole! But that M6 is sweeeeeet! __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS, L99, with K&N CAI, CGM w/silver stripes, chromed tail bezels painted, window tint. Wish List: ZL1 (CGM?)

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02-12-2009, 06:03 AM	#15
mike302 Drives: 1969 RS Z28 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 89	I wouldn't even consider an automatic. For me a stick is more fun to drive. When looking at used camaros in the past, the sticks always got my attention. That being said, I think I may be in the minority. If you look at the kelley bluebook site, used automatics are valued higher than sticks.

02-12-2009, 06:25 AM	#16
Zeus95 Drives: IOM 2010 - 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Oak Forest - ILL Posts: 1,124 View My Garage	Armando416 what dealer are you getting yours from ? I'm in the south subs of Chicago and ordered the 2SS/RS stick. I'm getting mine from Phillips Chevy in Frankfort. Great guys over there.

02-12-2009, 11:11 AM	#19
UCF w00t Geek Drives: IOM 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orlando Posts: 4,452	It depends on the car. Look at the market of prospective buyers... are they 30yr old women or 20yr old guys wanting to "race"? Sports cars probably are about equal or maybe the manual being better for resale. But family sedans, the auto will have much better resale value. I think Camaro SS models will probably see about the same or maybe higher value for the manual but v6 I wouldn't be surprised if the auto has a higher resale. Keep in mind that the auto costs more in the first place. I recently went through this debate and that's what I figured out. Look at the resale values for Mustang GTs if you'd like a decent comparison.

02-12-2009, 12:23 PM	#20
CDBiker220 Drives: 98 camaro z28 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: pittsburgh, pa Posts: 189	Simple answer, resale for 4th gens is way better with the six speed trust me, i tried to buy a stick and could only get a auto with my budget. In a performance car...after a few years the stick will be worth more.

02-17-2009, 01:19 PM	#23
epd313 Drives: 2010 IOM 2SS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: As far north west as you can get in PA Posts: 77	You definately can't go by blue book on these cars. My 2000 SS with 19,000 babied miles has a blue book of $9,500! And that is private party, I'm sure my dealer would love me to trade this in on my 2010 SS, trade value is $7,300. I have it sold to a guy at work for $19,000 and it has a stick. That being said, i ordered the L99 A6 for my new one. I won't have to worry as much when my son wants it for the prom, he's only 7 though!!

02-18-2009, 08:28 PM	#26
Rockies4 Drives: PT Cruiser 02 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Santa Maria, California Posts: 791	I think a factor to be considered in the decision would be "where you plan to resale it." If you live out in the country, then it's awesome for a stick. On the other hand, if you drive bumper to bumper each day to work, it really sucks. Location will have a factor in the decision-making process.

02-19-2009, 08:30 AM	#27
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,112 View My Garage	Stick vs automatic resale depends on how old the car is. newer cars are worth more with automatics. But as they get older stick shift is more desirable. Check the collector car market- 4 speed Gto's / Camaros are worth much more with a 4 speed trans. In my opinion what you order depends on what you will use your Camaro for. Daily driver- Get the auto. Weekend fun car- Nothings beats a stick.