I think the cost of gas between the v6 and ss is not so much the issue, it could be dependent on what was being driven prior to purchasing a camaro. I had a Mazda 3, gas cost me $40 every 2 weeks, average 500 kms a week. My ss costs me close to $90 every week, sometimes twice a week depending on what's happening with work. That was something I did not factor into my purchase.
When I bought my car, I factored in my payment obviously, which was a bit more than I wanted but not much. I knew I needed winter tires as its my dd, oil changes are more.
The thing that also bugs me is money I could have used for mods has gone to pay my deductible for insurance claims. One would have happened regardless of what I was driving (hail), the other vandalism (keyed).
I've debated trading either down or out all together. I can afford my car but it certainly puts a large hole in my pocket. I had my best financial years over the last 2, putting an extra $20k in my account annually, not having the same year and that also makes a difference. Then I go for a drive and think about what other vehicle options I'd consider and can't come up with anything.
Life happens.
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