05-08-2013, 09:27 PM | #113 |
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If you're an enthusiast, HP, TQ junkie, then yeah the V8 is better. If you're just an average person who cares more about a car's looks, then who cares which engine you get. The key is to get what makes you happy.
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05-08-2013, 10:42 PM | #114 |
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Sometimes I wish I could have both... Auto V6 for daily commute and a Manual V8 for strictly a weekend playtoy... lol.
I dunno... I beat on a new 5.0 Stang (my cousins who flat out told me to beat on it, not a stupid dealer test drive) and although fun (manual) it still wasn't overly impressive. I'd buy one just for the fun factor but I think all these new vehicles handle so well and the power delivery is so smooth in a modern motor it tends to make them feel slower than they actually are plus all the hype kinda gives you unrealistic expectations. To the OP- I'd totally skip out on buying used. If you're under water on your loan your best bet would be brand new at 0% financing. The 0% will possibly make up all the difference on the amount you're up side down on depending on how much interest you're paying now. Upside down on loan, taking a bath on a used car potentially paying more or the same as new one considering 0% deals come around all the time on brand new cars = . Brand new @ 0% is the only way to do it.... Hell I might even do it sometime this summer if the 13's get a 0% promotion.... Or boy was the 5.0 Stang manual a lot of fun, hehe.. Still think the Camaro is a better car overall.... |
05-09-2013, 01:45 AM | #115 |
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I would not have my car if circumstances dictated it would be my only form of transportation. It would get real old in traffic every day. I also would have nothing to do with an L99 car, but there's different cars for different folks and someone has to suffer so we can avoid extra taxes.
Cars are as fun as you make them , so I may have been a little harsh when I stated V6 cars were lame or boring in past comments. As far as who is better because you have SS or not, or non RS, or whatever model/options. No one cares but you and other people who own Camaros, it's a cheap car anyway people pay more for their fancy trucks or SUVs and hardly attract attention. Most people will compliment your car for it's looks only and don't really have any specific Camaro knowledge.
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05-09-2013, 02:01 AM | #116 |
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My insurance went down when I traded the RS for the 2SS/RS vert. Gasoline 20-30 cents more a gallon. Mileage 16 vs 21 mpg. An extra two quarts of Mobile 1.
I've read some who weren't impressed driving the SS from a V6 but I suspect that they may have driven a car where the AFM was in low octane mode because my SS is way faster than the RS. Both automatic trans. I got 0% for 72 months vs 60 months (forget the rate) so my payment was not much higher on a car that is $18,000 more. Quote: Originally Posted by E.T. Like someone else mentioned, the AFM is really annoying. When it switches from 4 to 8 cylinders, the car shudders a bit and lets out a little fart sound. ... I have yet to experience this. Maybe I'm not that hypersensitive but I do not notice the shift. Of course my radio is usually up around 45 but I've never felt a shudder either. Probably like the drone. I watch all those videos and don't here it while it drives some people crazy. What bothers one person may not another. Quote: Originally Posted by J-Short Cost aside, I would rather drive a nice V6 then a beat V8 Agree. My SGM RS, no stripes please, was a beauty. |
05-09-2013, 06:03 AM | #117 |
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05-09-2013, 06:29 AM | #119 |
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Ok you say its raged out. Do you really want to pay 600+ for a raged out Camaro? If you wait awhile they will discount the 13's. You might be suprised at what you can get a new one for. Contact one of the dealer sponsors on here. They should be able to assist. Search and see and remember most new car dealers make more cash on used cars than new ones.
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Insurance on my ZL1 was only $2 a month higher than my SS. My wife's Toyota Corolla four door 4 cylinder is more to ensure by $6 a month. Go figure. Just a quick trick on the seating. I pull the seat forward until my clutch foot has a slight bend in it. Then I adjust the steering column and seat back for my arm length and upper body distance. Finally I adjust seat height so I can see. My wife who is 5'2" can drive my manual Camaro without the little old lady driving position. Just need to tweak you seating position. Quote:
If you buy then make sure to post pics.
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05-09-2013, 07:37 AM | #121 |
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I think the disconnect here is most people think that all V6 owners have their cars because they CAN'T afford a V8. This couldn't be further from the truth. Remember, some people just choose to drive the V6 for personal reasons. No need to bash each other & bitch about who's better or faster. There will always be another car that's faster. Everyone just do what makes you happy & don't worry about what other idiots think.
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05-09-2013, 10:01 AM | #122 |
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Why do you respond to the OP's post with comments that prove you didn't read his post? He never said anything about considering "a beat up SS". He said he test drove "a beat up SS". He's considering a new SS.
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05-09-2013, 11:53 AM | #123 |
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@ the reactions from SS owners.
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05-09-2013, 02:01 PM | #124 |
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LOL who's feelings are hurt?
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05-09-2013, 02:14 PM | #125 |
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I traded in my 2010 1LT RS for a 2012 2SS/RS with no regrets! The sound and power make it worth the money.
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05-09-2013, 02:49 PM | #126 |
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