Kids and the new SS Camaro - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

monza66mo · 07-28-2009, 12:48 PM

I've been reading a few threads about very young kids getting a new Camaro. There seems to be a lot of us old timers criticizing these youngsters for getting a muscle car. I for one am happy that these kids can enjoy such a priveledge.

Here's why:

When we were in high school, we built up our cars and they were very fast. Drum brakes, no shoulder belts (some didn't even have lap belts), unsafe modifications, limited safety restrictions, lousy roads... the list goes on but I think you get my drift. Some of our friends got hurt and killed in these cars.

The new Camaro is a heck of a lot safer than some of the monsters we used to "drive" (I should say hot rod). I say let the next generation of hot rodders have a Camaro and encourage them to learn how to be safer than we were in high school.

IMHO

Supermans · 07-28-2009, 12:57 PM

I wouldn't mind my kid driving an automatic V6 Camaro..However I would not...never...buy my kid an SS... That is looking for trouble, no matter how safe the car is..

CamaroSS426 · 07-28-2009, 01:01 PM

What age are you suggesting to be a Kid?

PolishMike · 07-28-2009, 01:02 PM

Whats the cutoff for "kid"? lol

Edit: Guess I wasnt the only one with that question.

Rogue Leader · 07-28-2009, 01:02 PM

Just after high school I bought an 87 Trans Am. 305 LG4 (all of 155 HP). I nearly killed myself many times in that car, throw another 271 HP on top of that and I DEFINITELY would have killed myself. However I did learn a whole lot about how to drive a rear drive car in the snow, how to build and fix stuff, wire stuff etc on that car, etc. Its an experience....

Rikarus · 07-28-2009, 01:04 PM

it's not that they have them, I especially love the little jr gearheads who save up and earn them, it's the spoiled brat yuppie kids who's parents throw money at them and believe this makes them a good Parent.

To you youngsters who are earning and adoring your new Camaro's my hats off you deserve something fun and cool!

Bbrock25 · 07-28-2009, 01:04 PM

Hey man, I'll be 20 in Oct. Have a job, and buying/paying for a 1SS myself, gas, insurance the works! If I have to pay for everything I'm getting what I want!

SRVFAN · 07-28-2009, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CamaroSS426

What age are you suggesting to be a Kid?

I'd say anyone not old enough to buy it for themselves.

futrocpd · 07-28-2009, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rikarus

it's not that they have them, I especially love the little jr gearheads who save up and earn them, it's the spoiled brat yuppie kids who's parents throw money at them and believe this makes them a good Parent.

To you youngsters who are earning and adoring your new Camaro's my hats off you deserve something fun and cool!

01pewterz28 · 07-28-2009, 01:08 PM

Heck back when I was in H.S. I had a 1992 Z/28 and a 1994 Z/28 I was responsible never had a ticket or any accidents I see no reason why teens should have enjoy the same privilege as I did. Our Student parking lot was full of Vetts, BMW’s, Porsche’s, A few Benz’s, and a few vipers. I really do not see why it bothers anyone when they see a 16 or 17 year old having a SS who the hell cares.

prostock69 · 07-28-2009, 01:08 PM

I would NEVER buy my kid, male or female, a car that makes 250 hp or more. NEVER. The problem is this: The frontal lobe of the brain is NOT developed. This crucial part of the brain allows people to think about consequences before acting. Most people don't acquire this ability until they are into their late 20's and on. Teenagers are constantly making stupid, boneheaded decisions (like we all did) like having unprotected sex w/o using birthcontrol, doing drugs, stealing, etc.) You really want to hand one of them a 300hp+ car? It's very irresponsible for a parent to do this. Read this article: http://www.actforyouth.net/documents...olbraindev.pdf

Rikarus · 07-28-2009, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bbrock25

Hey man, I'll be 20 in Oct. Have a job, and buying/paying for a 1SS myself, gas, insurance the works! If I have to pay for everything I'm getting what I want!

heck yeah have fun, you earn it you deserve it!

Xmicro_SS · 07-28-2009, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SRVFAN

I'd say anyone not old enough to buy it for themselves.

That is the true gauge!

prostock69 · 07-28-2009, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 01pewterz28

Heck back when I was in H.S. I had a 1992 Z/28 and a 1994 Z/28 I was responsible never had a ticket or any accidents I see no reason why teens should have enjoy the same privilege as I did. Our Student parking lot was full of Vetts, BMW’s, Porsche’s, A few Benz’s, and a few vipers. I really do not see why it bothers anyone when they see a 16 or 17 year old having a SS who the hell cares.

Obviously those kids' parents don't care. The only thing they care about is whether little Johnny keeps up with the Jones'.

07-28-2009, 12:48 PM	#1
monza66mo Driving daily Drives: '17 2SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 79 View My Garage	Kids and the new SS Camaro I've been reading a few threads about very young kids getting a new Camaro. There seems to be a lot of us old timers criticizing these youngsters for getting a muscle car. I for one am happy that these kids can enjoy such a priveledge. Here's why: When we were in high school, we built up our cars and they were very fast. Drum brakes, no shoulder belts (some didn't even have lap belts), unsafe modifications, limited safety restrictions, lousy roads... the list goes on but I think you get my drift. Some of our friends got hurt and killed in these cars. The new Camaro is a heck of a lot safer than some of the monsters we used to "drive" (I should say hot rod). I say let the next generation of hot rodders have a Camaro and encourage them to learn how to be safer than we were in high school. IMHO __________________ Art in Missouri

07-28-2009, 12:57 PM	#2
Supermans Camaro & Stang Enthusiast Drives: 2011 Mustang 5.0 in Kona Blue Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 4,752 View My Garage	I wouldn't mind my kid driving an automatic V6 Camaro..However I would not...never...buy my kid an SS... That is looking for trouble, no matter how safe the car is.. __________________ Bought my Camaro from Eric Hall(817) 421-7266

07-28-2009, 01:02 PM	#4
PolishMike Drives: 2010 2SS RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tracy/San Diego CA Posts: 224	Whats the cutoff for "kid"? lol Edit: Guess I wasnt the only one with that question. __________________ IOM w/ White Stripes 2SS RS M6 #17772 Now - Stainless Works 2" Headers, Intake, Cam, tune, ect And shepherds we shall be, For thee my lord for thee. Power has descended forth from thy hand, that our feet may swiftly carry out thy commands. So we shall flow a river forth to thee, and teeming with souls shall it ever be.In nomine Patri, Et Fili, Spiritus Sancti Last edited by PolishMike; 07-28-2009 at 01:42 PM.

07-28-2009, 01:02 PM	#5
Rogue Leader Iatefiberglassinsulation Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,601 View My Garage	Just after high school I bought an 87 Trans Am. 305 LG4 (all of 155 HP). I nearly killed myself many times in that car, throw another 271 HP on top of that and I DEFINITELY would have killed myself. However I did learn a whole lot about how to drive a rear drive car in the snow, how to build and fix stuff, wire stuff etc on that car, etc. Its an experience.... __________________ 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS - was daily driver, now toy 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio - Daily Driver 2017 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 - Wifes Car 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LT 6.0 - Tow Vehicle 1991 Alfa Romeo 164S - Project Car 1994 Volkswagen Golf - Race Car "Like" my race team on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/farfrumwinnin

07-28-2009, 01:08 PM	#10
01pewterz28 #TeamBeckyD Drives: 2017 HBM 2SS Convertible A8 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Apopka, FL Posts: 10,496 View My Garage	Heck back when I was in H.S. I had a 1992 Z/28 and a 1994 Z/28 I was responsible never had a ticket or any accidents I see no reason why teens should have enjoy the same privilege as I did. Our Student parking lot was full of Vetts, BMW’s, Porsche’s, A few Benz’s, and a few vipers. I really do not see why it bothers anyone when they see a 16 or 17 year old having a SS who the hell cares. __________________ #TeamBeckyD FIFTY HBM 2SS VERT

07-28-2009, 01:01 PM	#3
CamaroSS426 Drives: IBM 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cortland Posts: 185 View My Garage	What age are you suggesting to be a Kid?

07-28-2009, 01:04 PM	#6
Rikarus I can't tpye! Drives: 2010 RS/SS Victory Red Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Denver Posts: 580 View My Garage	it's not that they have them, I especially love the little jr gearheads who save up and earn them, it's the spoiled brat yuppie kids who's parents throw money at them and believe this makes them a good Parent. To you youngsters who are earning and adoring your new Camaro's my hats off you deserve something fun and cool!

07-28-2009, 01:04 PM	#7
Bbrock25 Drives: 2010 1SS/RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Ky Posts: 704	Hey man, I'll be 20 in Oct. Have a job, and buying/paying for a 1SS myself, gas, insurance the works! If I have to pay for everything I'm getting what I want!

07-28-2009, 01:08 PM	#11
prostock69 Female Muscle Car Nut! Drives: 2010 RS/SS IOM Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mansfield, TX Posts: 1,262 View My Garage	I would NEVER buy my kid, male or female, a car that makes 250 hp or more. NEVER. The problem is this: The frontal lobe of the brain is NOT developed. This crucial part of the brain allows people to think about consequences before acting. Most people don't acquire this ability until they are into their late 20's and on. Teenagers are constantly making stupid, boneheaded decisions (like we all did) like having unprotected sex w/o using birthcontrol, doing drugs, stealing, etc.) You really want to hand one of them a 300hp+ car? It's very irresponsible for a parent to do this. Read this article: http://www.actforyouth.net/documents...olbraindev.pdf __________________ 2SS/RS Inferno Orange w/ black stripes, black/orange interior, Automatic, w/ sunroof and polished aluminum wheels MODS: Borla "S" Type Exhaust, American Racing Headers 3" Longtubes, New Era Cold Air Intake, HP Tune, Custom Ground Camshaft, Professionally Ported Heads by Darin Morgan, Ported Throttle Body, 3000 Stall Converter, and 160 Degree Thermostat. http://www.rehermorrison.com/; http://www.darinmorgan.com/; http://www.neweraperformance.com/