Considering "Fully loaded" Camaro but with 6 cyl instead of 8. Opinions wanted! - Page 2 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

SQUALO · 08-25-2012, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by flyinlow89

I have a 1SS. Didn't want leather (love the cloth in this car), don't care about HUD or anything else, halos can be left to BMWs but HIDs would've been nice.

Me too!

leafsfan2005 · 08-25-2012, 12:11 PM

The only thing I would have done differently - had I not been cost concerned - would have been to get leather seats. Else, bought the absolute base model car. Added foglights and SS Rims & CAI Inductions Intake - there's enough go juice to have fun.
Doesn't sound like a cammed LS1 - by any stretch - but it's a blast.

Zdrrguy · 08-25-2012, 12:52 PM

When I started looking, I was going for an SS but as a daily driver it was not practical, I had not driven a LT yet but once I did....I decided I wanted a 2LT.

I do not regret the decision at all, I have a 2LT RS loaded hartop and love it!

and besides, it's great in the snow with decent tires!

Ya Baby!

OUR72GTO · 08-25-2012, 12:53 PM

Yes after taxes it saved us ten grand. Did not want to spend that for another 100 horses we would not need. When we go on rides with other CAMARO'S it is great to only fill up 1/2 as often. If you order the beige interior you get a 2 tone for no additional cost with black carpets.

2Muchmark · 08-25-2012, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by OUR72GTO

Yes after taxes it saved us ten grand. Did not want to spend that for another 100 horses we would not need. When we go on rides with other CAMARO'S it is great to only fill up 1/2 as often. If you order the beige interior you get a 2 tone for no additional cost with black carpets.

Right right right....

As I said earlier I had a 2SS/RS 8CYL and loved the car. I can afford another 2SS or even a ZL1, but I can't justify the cost. The price difference between a 6 and 8 is easily $10k, and the ZL is what another $20k? Yikes. I feel like I would be spending a fortune for nothing more than bragging rights. It can't see it being worth the price for a little extra speed, but alot of extra gas, insurance, wear & tear.

At the same time I love the creature comforts. I want leather, halos, HUD, foot massager, you name it.

I suppose the resale value on an 8 would be higher, but then again maybe not.

Thanks everyone for your opinions! This thread has helped alot.

RickRay · 08-25-2012, 03:58 PM

Mark I have a guy in. Gatineau that has a few 2012 V6 for sale cheap....one is a vert. Around 25 grand with hail damage... Let me know

TJ91 · 08-25-2012, 04:38 PM

Hey man the v6 is good but if you already had the 8, I would say wait for a solid deal on a loaded SS. I wouldn't be able to go from v8 to v6. And to be completely honest. The savings in gas won't be that much different

TJ91 · 08-25-2012, 04:42 PM

But if you do go v6. Solo exhaust and VR intake all the way!

RickRay · 08-25-2012, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TJ91

But if you do go v6. Solo exhaust and VR intake all the way!

Yeh Mark already saw mine lots of time and he knows about the solos.

CDN SS · 08-25-2012, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by SQUALO

My first intention was to get a 2LT, it's very well equipped, like an SS, minus the horsepower.
Then I decided on the SS, because I really wanted the V8

I too was going to go with a fully loaded 2LT simply to save on the cost of fuel. Then my wife suggested I should get whatever I would be MOST happy with and she was right. I rarely "get into it" but when I do it's such a rush in more ways than one.

Get what you can afford but also what you will be happy with for years down the road.

Pappa Joe · 08-26-2012, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 2010SLVRBULIT

went for the 6 for practical reasons..if you're going to go 8, then might as well step up to a ZL1(no holding back) cuz that's what you will be regretting not getting..

Ya your right,I regret buying a ZL1.......Since they brought out the Copo!

SQUALO · 08-26-2012, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by CDN SS

I too was going to go with a fully loaded 2LT simply to save on the cost of fuel. Then my wife suggested I should get whatever I would be MOST happy with and she was right. I rarely "get into it" but when I do it's such a rush in more ways than one.

Get what you can afford but also what you will be happy with for years down the road.

Actually Steve, with the government's interference on their disapointment on production of "V8 gas guzzlers", I wasn't sure how long V8's would be around; hence my decision on the V8.

Now the talk (rumors) is 6cyl turbos for muscle cars; don't get me wrong the technology will get the high HP, but not the same way. It's like running a NASCAR race with restricter plates to slow the cars down.

Pappa Joe · 08-26-2012, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by SQUALO

Actually Steve, with the government's interference on their disapointment on production of "V8 gas guzzlers", I wasn't sure how long V8's would be around; hence my decision on the V8.

Now the talk (rumors) is 6cyl turbos for muscle cars; don't get me wrong the technology will get the high HP, but not the same way. It's like running a NASCAR race with restricter plates to slow the cars down.

Hey slacker! where were you

Lot was empty till about 7pm then started filling up.

SQUALO · 08-26-2012, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Pappa Joe

Hey slacker! where were you

Lot was empty till about 7pm then started filling up.

Went for a drive in the afternoon, with a local buddy of mine, and was too late to make it down to the show.

08-25-2012, 12:11 PM	#16
leafsfan2005 Drives: 2012 Camaro LS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Cornwall, ON Posts: 107	The only thing I would have done differently - had I not been cost concerned - would have been to get leather seats. Else, bought the absolute base model car. Added foglights and SS Rims & CAI Inductions Intake - there's enough go juice to have fun. Doesn't sound like a cammed LS1 - by any stretch - but it's a blast. __________________ 2012 Black Camaro LS + 20"SS Wheels CAI Cold Air Intake Fog Light kit

08-25-2012, 12:52 PM	#17
Zdrrguy Resident "Fbody" Member Drives: 2010 2LT RS & 91 Camaro V8 RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Brampton, Ontario Posts: 457	When I started looking, I was going for an SS but as a daily driver it was not practical, I had not driven a LT yet but once I did....I decided I wanted a 2LT. I do not regret the decision at all, I have a 2LT RS loaded hartop and love it! and besides, it's great in the snow with decent tires! Ya Baby! Attached Images __________________ CCFBG-1 1991 Camaro RS Phantom Grey/CCFBG 2-2010 2LT RS Black on Black Mark....President/Founder of www.CCFBG.com

08-25-2012, 12:53 PM	#18
OUR72GTO 2010 SIM Beige RS 6M Drives: SIM RS 6M 66 Corvair Silverado LTZ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kamloops,British Columbia Posts: 4,677	Yes after taxes it saved us ten grand. Did not want to spend that for another 100 horses we would not need. When we go on rides with other CAMARO'S it is great to only fill up 1/2 as often. If you order the beige interior you get a 2 tone for no additional cost with black carpets. __________________ CAMARO.. 2010 The Heart Beat is back in CHEVROLET Now let's put it back in America

08-25-2012, 03:58 PM	#20
RickRay INJACC Drives: 2010 CGM 2LT/RS AUTO Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Montreal (South Shore)Quebec, Canada Posts: 6,518 View My Garage	Mark I have a guy in. Gatineau that has a few 2012 V6 for sale cheap....one is a vert. Around 25 grand with hail damage... Let me know __________________ *Member of 'Club Elite' #70* 2LT/RS Auto / Solo HFC / Solo Mach X-LLT J-Pipe / JBA Headers Shorty CAI - Cold Air Inductions / VMAX TB / Trifecta Tune Hotchkis Max Strut Brace / Blade Dovetail Spoiler / Elite Catch Can ACS T3 Hood Ports / T2 Bumper Ports / T2 Splitter / ACS T1 Led Light Kit ACS Rockers / ACS Composite Hood Liner / ACS Upper Rear Quarter Ports ACS Front Wheel Mud Flaps / ACS Rear Wheel Mud Flaps / Vitesse Throttle Controller Pedders Drop Suspension / BMR Lower Control Arms / Style 41 ZL1 Wheels / Oracle Afterburners / Oracle Concept SMD Side markers Complete SS Brembo Brakes Set

08-25-2012, 04:38 PM	#21
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	Hey man the v6 is good but if you already had the 8, I would say wait for a solid deal on a loaded SS. I wouldn't be able to go from v8 to v6. And to be completely honest. The savings in gas won't be that much different __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

08-25-2012, 04:42 PM	#22
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	But if you do go v6. Solo exhaust and VR intake all the way! __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage