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Croathlete · 06-21-2009, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by McGruff

The topic should really be "Is anyone not happy with their auto ss"?

I think most people knew what they were getting into when they bought an auto, and don't care too much about being slower/faster than the manual.

That's the thing though, the auto was advertised to be as fast or faster (0.1 in the 0-60) than the manual. So there shouldn't be any of this "you knew what you were getting into with an auto" stuff. Our cars should be just as good.

shroomjohn · 06-21-2009, 08:44 PM

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That's the thing though, the auto was advertised to be as fast or faster (0.1 in the 0-60) than the manual. So there shouldn't be any of this "you knew what you were getting into with an auto" stuff. Our cars should be just as good.

Exactly thats the whole point of this I want what was advertised if it is great if not then we've got a problem

larietrope · 06-21-2009, 08:44 PM

I drove my 1SS auto to a car show 90 miles one way. 100 degree temps and thick traffic.
I wondered what it would have been like driving a stick. Constant rowing through the gears. I find the auto fast, responsive, and like the M selection for letting her go.
On the highway I was playing with a Boxster till I got tired and left him. I let him around and he just waved.
Happy with my auto.

BrianGriffin78 · 06-21-2009, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by McGruff

The topic should really be "Is anyone not happy with their auto ss"?

I think most people knew what they were getting into when they bought an auto, and don't care too much about being slower/faster than the manual.

jsmith · 06-21-2009, 09:09 PM

I have had my Camaro for 3 weeks and although I have driven the car conservatively the acceleration is there. Just cruising @30mph and pushing the gas pedal a 1/3 more will make the car surge and I still have at least 1/2 of the gas pedal to go before it is floored.
I had a 2007 G35 before this and the Camaro is definately faster. As far as MPG my first tank was almost 19MPG, my 2nd tank was @15MPG but I was driving very aggresively trying to vary the RPM's as much as possible to help break the engine in.

THE EVIL TW1N · 06-21-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jsmith

I have had my Camaro for 3 weeks and although I have driven the car conservatively the acceleration is there. Just cruising @30mph and pushing the gas pedal a 1/3 more will make the car surge and I still have at least 1/2 of the gas pedal to go before it is floored.
I had a 2007 G35 before this and the Camaro is definately faster. As far as MPG my first tank was almost 19MPG, my 2nd tank was @15MPG but I was driving very aggresively trying to vary the RPM's as much as possible to help break the engine in.

It's really hard to judge the peddle travel to how far the throttle plate is actually open with the newer throttle-by-wire systems. It's all up to however the manufacturer chose to program it.

*mlee* · 06-21-2009, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Croathlete

That's the thing though, the auto was advertised to be as fast or faster (0.1 in the 0-60) than the manual. So there shouldn't be any of this "you knew what you were getting into with an auto" stuff. Our cars should be just as good.

Everyone go back and read post #28... I'm thrilled with my L99

Sorry I gave this thread a bump...

I promise it won't happen again.

jsmith · 06-21-2009, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by THE EVIL TW1N

It's really hard to judge the peddle travel to how far the throttle plate is actually open with the newer throttle-by-wire systems. It's all up to however the manufacturer chose to program it.

Evil,
Yes you are correct, my point is that the car had alot more to give.

craigd853 · 06-21-2009, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Lauryn200

So,what are you getting as far as city mpg and hwy mpg???

#847
15.9 in city and 16.7 on the highway. I have 900 miles on it so far. I believe after the engine breaks in and I start running royal purple in the engine and rear axle those numbers will be a lot better.

ls2gto · 06-22-2009, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sabrescamaro

Lexus is trashy, though. I have not met one person that has been blown away by a lexus. They're average cars at best. Lexus isn't a very smooth ride, either.

Trashy? If my Lexus LS 460 is trashy, then I guess my 05 GTO is a flat out piece of junk (which it is not by the way). The Lexus is also the smoothest riding car I have ever driven and is damn near as quick at the GTO once it is revved up. Road and Track got 0-60 in 5.6 and 14.0/103 in the 1/4 with the 4400 pound barge. Not bad for an average 380 hp 8 speed automatic car.

I also test drove the Lexus IS-F and that will blow my GTO off the road. Reported times on that are 0-60 in 4.2 and 1/4 in 12.6/114.

Gib · 06-22-2009, 08:29 AM

Very happy with my auto 2SS/RS, RJT. However, I will be ecstatic when the LS3-427 stoker is installed!

myblackcamaros · 06-22-2009, 08:43 AM

I'm happy with my L99. It's really quick for a stock showroom vehicle and it's getting 19.1 mpg with 887 miles on it. As far as speed goes, I will climb in my dragster or my S/G Vega if I need to go fast.

O2BQIK · 06-22-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by UCI CamaroFan

I agree with the other guy, you are always posting about how you think auto is just as good, and then getting angry to defend your position. And you are totally entitled to your own opinion, but I find it amusing how upset you get.

Me too

I've never seen anyone so defensive about it.

BrianGriffin...I respect your opinion. I don't share it, but I respect it. You don't need to start "wars" all the time.

*GTAHVIT* · 06-22-2009, 11:01 AM

Sounds like this hasn't really gotten out of hand. But lets remember to be respectful of everyone's opinions.

thanks guys.

06-21-2009, 09:09 PM	#61
jsmith Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS IBM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Northern California Posts: 76	I have had my Camaro for 3 weeks and although I have driven the car conservatively the acceleration is there. Just cruising @30mph and pushing the gas pedal a 1/3 more will make the car surge and I still have at least 1/2 of the gas pedal to go before it is floored. I had a 2007 G35 before this and the Camaro is definately faster. As far as MPG my first tank was almost 19MPG, my 2nd tank was @15MPG but I was driving very aggresively trying to vary the RPM's as much as possible to help break the engine in. __________________ Ordered on 3/31/09: 2010 Camaro 2SS IBM Black Leather L99 Event 1100 - 4/2/09 Event 2000 - 4/6/09 Event 3000 - 4/10/09 Event 3300 - 4/27/09 Event 3800 - 5/12/09 VIN#9436 Event 4200 - 5/18/09 :party0038: Event 5000 - 5/28/09 delivered

06-22-2009, 08:29 AM	#67
Gib Drives: 2010 2SS/RS, RJT 04 Silverado Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 314	Very happy with my auto 2SS/RS, RJT. However, I will be ecstatic when the LS3-427 stoker is installed! __________________ GIBS SS

06-22-2009, 08:43 AM	#68
myblackcamaros Drives: #156 ZL575, 97 SS, 87 IROC-Z Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: EUSTIS, FL Posts: 490	I'm happy with my L99. It's really quick for a stock showroom vehicle and it's getting 19.1 mpg with 887 miles on it. As far as speed goes, I will climb in my dragster or my S/G Vega if I need to go fast. __________________

06-22-2009, 11:01 AM	#70
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	Sounds like this hasn't really gotten out of hand. But lets remember to be respectful of everyone's opinions. thanks guys. __________________ 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."

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06-21-2009, 08:44 PM	#59
larietrope Drives: 1970 Boss 302 Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 267	I drove my 1SS auto to a car show 90 miles one way. 100 degree temps and thick traffic. I wondered what it would have been like driving a stick. Constant rowing through the gears. I find the auto fast, responsive, and like the M selection for letting her go. On the highway I was playing with a Boxster till I got tired and left him. I let him around and he just waved. Happy with my auto.