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xmattyx · 01-18-2015, 02:08 AM

When I worked for a Chevrolet dealership, we had approx. 60 Camaro's on the lot, majority were V6/V8 with an automatic, I prob recall only a dozen or so were Manuals, I only worked there for a couple months and out of the 10 camaro's I sold, NONE of them were Manual

When we started getting the sold Stingray's in, the first one we got, was an AUTO as well

Angrybird 12 · 01-19-2015, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by CamSS2

Since everyone seems its ok to do this I'll join in...

It's really more like this.

CamaroCracka · 01-19-2015, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I realize we are running out of topics here on camaro5 but:
Funny how the manual guys never mention the 2 hour interstate traffic jams.
Funny how not one ever says "I couldn't afford the optional automatic"
So many children here.

Here our rush hour is a half-hour. Wasn't a consideration.

When I did have to deal with that kind of traffic and drove several hours a day, I drove a 3/4 ton with an auto. I can't see using a Camaro to service customers.

Wasn't that I could not afford an automatic, was not going to pay $1100 for less HP an AFM. After doing a few mods, I made the right choice for me.

Q'smuscle · 01-19-2015, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

Since everyone seems its ok to do this I'll join in...

It's really more like this.

Lmao... Now that's funny! Even funnier than the other one!

Angrybird 12 · 01-19-2015, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Q'smuscle

Lmao... Now that's funny! Even funnier than the other one!

I made a couple others that I am saving for another time...

Q'smuscle · 01-19-2015, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

I made a couple others that I am saving for another time...

Niiiiiiiiiiiiiice! Can't wait to see them , so I'll be waiting for that time!

Angrybird 12 · 01-19-2015, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Eddie2SS

Ok, ill play

Makes my post all the more true....LOL

Bdunham28 · 01-19-2015, 07:48 PM

go with the 1le!!!! you will not regret it. And only comes in manual

Tricksta · 01-19-2015, 07:59 PM

this is escalating as planned.

Smokye · 01-19-2015, 08:32 PM

There's plenty for sale on this forum

tc_sting · 01-19-2015, 09:42 PM

I am looking to buy a camaro too and am hoping for a manual. Manual or auto is simply a personal preference.

That being said, an automatic transmission is generally the smarter choice. Resale value is one thing. Ease of use is another. Auto trans allow for better multitasking. And now, fuel efficiency is superior in an auto trans because the computer is smarter than us at shifting.

But... My current car is a manual. I have had auto transmissions in the past and they are fine, but after a while I begin wishing for the old clutch again.

Traffic jams don't bother me and that's with 30 minutes to go 3 miles in LA. But anyone with more sense would go for an auto trans.

Given the nature of car sales, I would be shocked if manual transmissions are found within 10 years. Dealers cannot sell them and production has substantial cost that cannot return on the investment anymore.

RockerBox · 01-19-2015, 09:46 PM

Come live in the DC area and tell me how great a manual is after a year.

PalmerGA · 01-20-2015, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by xgng

A Camaro SS but it is so hard finding manuals! why are the majority out there autos?

Supply and demand. More people prefer automatics... more conducive to texting. Faster too! Can't wait for the 8-speeds!

CamaroCracka · 01-20-2015, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by tc_sting

That being said, an automatic transmission is generally the smarter choice. Resale value is one thing. Ease of use is another. Auto trans allow for better multitasking. And now, fuel efficiency is superior in an auto trans because the computer is smarter than us at shifting.

Multitasking should be left for computers. If manuals keep drivers engaged in driving, they should be mandatory safety equipment.

The SS Camaro with a manual gets better mileage than the auto and does not have active fuel management, a much hated feature on many enthusiast forums, but yes, different strokes for different folks.

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Originally Posted by RockerBox

Come live in the DC area and tell me how great a manual is after a year.

Why would somebody want to do that?

01-18-2015, 02:08 AM	#57
xmattyx mattyv Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lake Ronkonkoma Posts: 155	When I worked for a Chevrolet dealership, we had approx. 60 Camaro's on the lot, majority were V6/V8 with an automatic, I prob recall only a dozen or so were Manuals, I only worked there for a couple months and out of the 10 camaro's I sold, NONE of them were Manual When we started getting the sold Stingray's in, the first one we got, was an AUTO as well __________________ 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2015 Jeep Compass (sold) 2014 Hyundai Sonata GLS (sold) 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT/RS (sold) 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T (sold) 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 1LT (sold) 2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8 (sold) 2007 Cadillac CTS (sold) 2005 Chrysler Sebring (sold) 1998 Dodge Avenger (sold) 1992 Mercury Topaz (sold)

01-19-2015, 07:59 PM	#65
Tricksta Drives: 2018 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Leipsic,Ohio Posts: 3,811 View My Garage	this is escalating as planned. __________________ Modifications GM Dark Tail Lights / 3rd Brake Light & Reflectors \| LED Reverse Lights \| Diode Dynamics Side Markers \| Borla "ATAK" Cat Back Exhaust

01-19-2015, 07:48 PM	#64
Bdunham28 Drives: SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: LOS ANGELES Posts: 21 View My Garage	go with the 1le!!!! you will not regret it. And only comes in manual

01-19-2015, 08:32 PM	#66
Smokye Drives: 2013 SW 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Sumter, SC Posts: 385 View My Garage	There's plenty for sale on this forum

01-19-2015, 09:42 PM	#67
tc_sting Drives: Camaro Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: SF Posts: 9	I am looking to buy a camaro too and am hoping for a manual. Manual or auto is simply a personal preference. That being said, an automatic transmission is generally the smarter choice. Resale value is one thing. Ease of use is another. Auto trans allow for better multitasking. And now, fuel efficiency is superior in an auto trans because the computer is smarter than us at shifting. But... My current car is a manual. I have had auto transmissions in the past and they are fine, but after a while I begin wishing for the old clutch again. Traffic jams don't bother me and that's with 30 minutes to go 3 miles in LA. But anyone with more sense would go for an auto trans. Given the nature of car sales, I would be shocked if manual transmissions are found within 10 years. Dealers cannot sell them and production has substantial cost that cannot return on the investment anymore.

01-19-2015, 09:46 PM	#68
RockerBox Drives: 2010 Silverado. Stock height now Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Springfield Va Posts: 307	Come live in the DC area and tell me how great a manual is after a year.