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rickerda · 03-20-2010, 04:05 AM

First I'm over 50 and second does anyone really use the back seat? My 6 year old granddaughter doesn't even like riding back there.

MikeSVX · 03-20-2010, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by rickerda

First I'm over 50 and second does anyone really use the back seat? My 6 year old granddaughter doesn't even like riding back there.

mine gets used all the time. By a 21, 18, 14, or 12 year old. They like riding in there. There only other option is the rear seat of an f150 extend cab. They prefer the Camaro.

AngryAmish · 03-20-2010, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by rickerda

First I'm over 50 and second does anyone really use the back seat? My 6 year old granddaughter doesn't even like riding back there.

My backseat gets used more than my passenger seat.

Wolverine1 · 03-20-2010, 08:00 AM

I've had Corvettes since I was in my 30's. I'm 49 now.
I traded in my 2005 Corvette coupe for my new Camaro.
I get more thumbs up and comments from the Camaro than I ever did with the vette.

bobscogin · 03-20-2010, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Russ Hunsaker

why didn't you just buy a Corvette!"

Fiberglass makes me itch.

Bob

detroitboy · 03-20-2010, 08:26 AM

Easier egress makes the Camaro more useable as a grocery getter, therefore it gives you more opportunities to drive it.

CandyCamaro · 03-20-2010, 08:43 AM

I owned two Camaros before I got my first Vette at age 23. I now own my 6th Corvette and we just bought our new Camaro. I love them both! They have different personalities, and they are fun in different ways. I have wanted the new Camaro since the first time I laid eyes on it, and am very happy to have one. Would have rather had the V8 but since I wanted the Synergy Green it only came with a V6, but with 304 hp I can't complain. I like to tell people we have a 700+ hp driveway!

With both the Corvette and Camaro, our Chevy performance family is now complete, and I couldn't be happier!

SCPO/SS · 03-20-2010, 08:45 AM

The Camaro is more versatile than the Vette (I use to own one) , easier to get in and out of and it’s got that muscle car retro feel/look about it. It's just a bad @$$ car to have, period.

Toyaholic · 03-20-2010, 08:53 AM

1) I like the looks of a Camaro better.
2) The wife always wanted to own a Camaro.
3) I was able to get a loaded LTZ Duramax and a 2SSRS Camaro for the price of a loaded Z-06.

Hmmmmmm.... no brainer!

firengnred · 03-20-2010, 08:58 AM

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um I'm 50 and have the Camaro
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IROCanSS · 03-20-2010, 08:58 AM

I did not read the 50 previous replies but simple respond with this:

"becasue I dont feel the need to compensate for a small penis, maybe you should buy one though" This usually works!

I had a 2007 Corvette that I sold for the 2010 and I could not be happier! Corvettes... very overrated. They do look pretty but the interior is crap and there is a bad connotation with being an owner... I prefer the Camaro crowd any day!

Toyaholic · 03-20-2010, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by CandyCamaro

I like to tell people we have a 700+ hp driveway!

Yeah, I tell people I've got 1200 horses in the stable! Gotta love the ponies.

1969 455 Olds tri-power
2010 LS3
2008 Duramax diesel
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1200 HP total

alanmeyer · 03-20-2010, 09:02 AM

I think it's a fair question. As I read the other responses, everyone has their reasons for picking a Camaro over a vette. For me personally, I sold my C5 Corvette which was basically my dream car when I bought it 8 years ago and I was really happy with it up until the day I sold it.

Here are the reasons that I like the Camaro more than the Vette:

(1) Camaro is less expensive. The 2SS/RS Camaro that I've ordered is still below $40K after taxes and everything. A base C6 Vette is $49K before tax.

(2) Camaro has a back seat. Some consider it to be useless. If I were single, I might be saying the same thing. After years of owning my Vette, it became painful not being able to take the Vette and the family anywhere. For example: weekend fun runs, car shows, getaways, etc.. I finally realized that I needed a car that did both - (a) fun and fast and (b) the whole family could enjoy. One of my Chevy friends told me that I fit the criteria for what Chevrolet is targeting with the Camaro.

(3) Riding comfort, at least as compared to my C5 Vette. I think that the Camaro is quieter and less wearing on you for longer trips. Specifically, road noise and suspension stiffness makes the Vette not as nice when you're trying to talk with someone on the bluetooth speakerphone or someone in the passenger seat. Getting in and out is also easier.

(4) Creature comforts. Not a "primary" factor for me, but my Vette was dated with regards to things like Bluetooth, OnStar, XM, USB, Aux Input. All solvable with 3rd party updates, but a hassle not being part of the factory gear.

The Vette of course is still better in so many other ways. HP, weight, suspension, gas mileage, coolness-factor, etc. I'll be a lucky guy if I get a chance to own one again...

Toyaholic · 03-20-2010, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jrhaus76

I did not read the 50 previous replies but simple respond with this:

"becasue I dont feel the need to compensate for a small penis, maybe you should buy one though" This usually works!

Can I use that? That's a great comeback!

03-20-2010, 08:26 AM	#48
detroitboy Pinholic Drives: 11 Silverado, 08 Shelby GT500 Conv. Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Macomb, Mi Posts: 698	Easier egress makes the Camaro more useable as a grocery getter, therefore it gives you more opportunities to drive it. __________________ Almost had a 2SS/RS, IOM, orange accent interior, 6 speed manual, sunroof & polished wheels ordered 01/19/07 3000 - 2/27/09 3400 - 3/27/09 3800 - 4/17/09 (built and lost in the vortex) ship date ??????? (I gave up and got a GT500) 5/11/09 - order cancelled 5/27/09 - vehicle arrived at dealership for whoever bought it after me

03-20-2010, 09:02 AM	#55
alanmeyer Drives: 2010 Camaro IBM 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Anaheim Hills, CA Posts: 99	I think it's a fair question. As I read the other responses, everyone has their reasons for picking a Camaro over a vette. For me personally, I sold my C5 Corvette which was basically my dream car when I bought it 8 years ago and I was really happy with it up until the day I sold it. Here are the reasons that I like the Camaro more than the Vette: (1) Camaro is less expensive. The 2SS/RS Camaro that I've ordered is still below $40K after taxes and everything. A base C6 Vette is $49K before tax. (2) Camaro has a back seat. Some consider it to be useless. If I were single, I might be saying the same thing. After years of owning my Vette, it became painful not being able to take the Vette and the family anywhere. For example: weekend fun runs, car shows, getaways, etc.. I finally realized that I needed a car that did both - (a) fun and fast and (b) the whole family could enjoy. One of my Chevy friends told me that I fit the criteria for what Chevrolet is targeting with the Camaro. (3) Riding comfort, at least as compared to my C5 Vette. I think that the Camaro is quieter and less wearing on you for longer trips. Specifically, road noise and suspension stiffness makes the Vette not as nice when you're trying to talk with someone on the bluetooth speakerphone or someone in the passenger seat. Getting in and out is also easier. (4) Creature comforts. Not a "primary" factor for me, but my Vette was dated with regards to things like Bluetooth, OnStar, XM, USB, Aux Input. All solvable with 3rd party updates, but a hassle not being part of the factory gear. The Vette of course is still better in so many other ways. HP, weight, suspension, gas mileage, coolness-factor, etc. I'll be a lucky guy if I get a chance to own one again... __________________ 2010 IBM 2SS/RS - Built 03/17/2010 - Delivered 04/06/2010

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03-20-2010, 04:05 AM	#43
rickerda Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chester VA Posts: 513 View My Garage	First I'm over 50 and second does anyone really use the back seat? My 6 year old granddaughter doesn't even like riding back there.

03-20-2010, 08:00 AM	#46
Wolverine1 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 CGM Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: China, MI. Posts: 140	I've had Corvettes since I was in my 30's. I'm 49 now. I traded in my 2005 Corvette coupe for my new Camaro. I get more thumbs up and comments from the Camaro than I ever did with the vette.

03-20-2010, 08:43 AM	#49
CandyCamaro Proud Owner of MONSTA Drives: 2010 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 24	I owned two Camaros before I got my first Vette at age 23. I now own my 6th Corvette and we just bought our new Camaro. I love them both! They have different personalities, and they are fun in different ways. I have wanted the new Camaro since the first time I laid eyes on it, and am very happy to have one. Would have rather had the V8 but since I wanted the Synergy Green it only came with a V6, but with 304 hp I can't complain. I like to tell people we have a 700+ hp driveway! With both the Corvette and Camaro, our Chevy performance family is now complete, and I couldn't be happier!

03-20-2010, 08:45 AM	#50
SCPO/SS Drives: 2010 2SS / 6AT Cyber Grey Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 52 View My Garage	The Camaro is more versatile than the Vette (I use to own one) , easier to get in and out of and it’s got that muscle car retro feel/look about it. It's just a bad @$$ car to have, period.

03-20-2010, 08:53 AM	#51
Toyaholic It's a sickness! Drives: '69 442 Vert Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,319	1) I like the looks of a Camaro better. 2) The wife always wanted to own a Camaro. 3) I was able to get a loaded LTZ Duramax and a 2SSRS Camaro for the price of a loaded Z-06. Hmmmmmm.... no brainer!

03-20-2010, 08:58 AM	#53
IROCanSS Account Suspended Drives: 89 IROC 350 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Back roads, southern Ohio Posts: 12,504 View My Garage	I did not read the 50 previous replies but simple respond with this: "becasue I dont feel the need to compensate for a small penis, maybe you should buy one though" This usually works! I had a 2007 Corvette that I sold for the 2010 and I could not be happier! Corvettes... very overrated. They do look pretty but the interior is crap and there is a bad connotation with being an owner... I prefer the Camaro crowd any day!