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Nova65 · 04-14-2009, 12:38 PM

Why does the Automatic on the LS cost $995 and on every other trim it is $1185? Is this because of the speed being limited to 115 mph and the others being limited at 155mph?

bluch · 04-14-2009, 12:44 PM

speed is limited due to tire ratings

*radz28* · 04-14-2009, 12:46 PM

Probably more due to the fact that it is more rugged and has more heavy-duty parts in it.

JMO.

Nova65 · 04-14-2009, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by radz282003

Probably more due to the fact that it is more rugged and has more heavy-duty parts in it.

JMO.

But it is the same transmission that is in the LT as well. The power specs don't change, I don't see how it would be more rugged in a LT vs the LS? Maybe they figure more people will order the LT, 2LT, SS, and 2SS trims, so they can charge more the those models equipped with a automatic?

DevilKnightFalcon · 04-14-2009, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Nova65

But it is the same transmission that is in the LT as well. The power specs don't change, I don't see how it would be more rugged in a LT vs the LS? Maybe they figure more people will order the LT, 2LT, SS, and 2SS trims, so they can charge more the those models equipped with a automatic?

I expect that the transmission you get in those models will be better, smoother etc since they are the higher end models.

JJ#48Racing · 04-14-2009, 01:32 PM

Do the LS auto's get paddle shifters? If they don't maybe that's why. Or maybe they are just giving the LS buyers a break because they are most likely on the tightest budget.

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Originally Posted by DevilKnightFalcon

I expect that the transmission you get in those models will be better, smoother etc since they are the higher end models.

I seriously doubt it.

laborsmith · 04-14-2009, 01:42 PM

Before replying, I went over to the Chevy Builder site and although the latest price increase is not in (+30 for metallic paints and +45 added to shipping) the site gives the auto trans for LS, LT1 AND SS1 $995 and adds $190 for the LT2 and the SS2. I suspect the difference is for the remote start, which adds $190 to the Comfort and Convenience package for the LT1 and is not available on the others. -- laborsmith

fierodeletre · 04-14-2009, 01:45 PM

Good catch laborsmith. And also, ALL auto camaros have tapshift buttons. Yes, even the LS.

DevilKnightFalcon · 04-14-2009, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by laborsmith

Before replying, I went over to the Chevy Builder site and although the latest price increase is not in (+30 for metallic paints and +45 added to shipping) the site gives the auto trans for LS, LT1 AND SS1 $995 and adds $190 for the LT2 and the SS2. I suspect the difference is for the remote start, which adds $190 to the Comfort and Convenience package for the LT1 and is not available on the others. -- laborsmith

Ah very good point! I didn't think about that.

Nova65 · 04-14-2009, 01:53 PM

That's it, the remote start!

*radz28* · 04-14-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Nova65

But it is the same transmission that is in the LT as well. The power specs don't change, I don't see how it would be more rugged in a LT vs the LS? Maybe they figure more people will order the LT, 2LT, SS, and 2SS trims, so they can charge more the those models equipped with a automatic?

I took the question to include SS too, hence the 6L80... my bad.

2010cantwait · 04-14-2009, 02:52 PM

The $1185 trans is a different model #. Bigger and beefier.

laborsmith · 04-14-2009, 03:51 PM

The SS auto trans is a different model, bigger and beefier, compared to the LS and LT auto transmissions. But the $190 difference applies to both transmissions, depending on if the car is LT1/LT2 or SS1/SS2. -- laborsmith

Vash · 04-14-2009, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by laborsmith

The SS auto trans is a different model, bigger and beefier, compared to the LS and LT auto transmissions. But the $190 difference applies to both transmissions, depending on if the car is LT1/LT2 or SS1/SS2. -- laborsmith

Epic fail...

It's not a quote "bigger model".

Might want to bone up on some TH history first.

04-14-2009, 12:38 PM	#1
Nova65 Drives: 2010 2LT RS Auto IBM Black Int Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Azusa, CA Posts: 400	Transmission Costs Why does the Automatic on the LS cost $995 and on every other trim it is $1185? Is this because of the speed being limited to 115 mph and the others being limited at 155mph?

04-14-2009, 12:44 PM	#2
bluch OH CANADA! Drives: 2011 RAM 1500 LARAMIE Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB, CAN Posts: 3,930 View My Garage	speed is limited due to tire ratings __________________ Had to trade in the Camaro for a truck :(, but hopefully I can join the Camaro family again one day

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radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,192 View My Garage	Probably more due to the fact that it is more rugged and has more heavy-duty parts in it. JMO. __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

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