Rented convertible 5th gen. - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

AVNMechanic · 07-24-2011, 12:44 AM

Went on a honeymoon with my wife to Antigua last month and on the way back our flight from Miami to Atlanta was pushed back to a late night flight. So the wife and I decided to stay the night in Miami and take a flight to ATL the next day in the afternoon.

After we left the plane at the airport we ran over to AVIS were I was planning to rent a BMW but when we arrived at the AVIS counter I saw they had an Orange 1LT convertible for rent. I quickly decided to pick it instead of the BMW as I plan on buying a 2SS/RS. I wanted a good long test drive since I've driven the '12 5.0 Mustang but have never driven a 5th gen Camaro.

Needless to say we had a great time and though it was a V6 and not a V8 we still had loads of fun riding around with the top down. I was actually surprised at the exhaust note of the V6, very sporty. I loved keeping the revs up on the semi-manual automatic. The HUD was also impressive, makes keeping your eyes on the road much easier.

One of these days I maybe able to upload pics but not right now as I am a civilian contractor currently working in Afghanistan, the land of super slow internet. I really hate slow internet. Anyway thanks for reading.

-Scott

REDXIIIDave · 07-24-2011, 05:31 AM

You've driven a 5.0 GT, and you're planning on buying an SS? Good man! We'll be very happy to have you here. Mustangs are for girls, by the way.

Nightfall · 07-24-2011, 08:03 AM

nice story cant wait till you get your camaro post pics when you do

Lawdog86 · 07-24-2011, 12:03 PM

I am looking to rent one in Miami in two weeks, what did that cost you for the night? Thanks

Apex Paul · 07-24-2011, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Lawdog86

I am looking to rent one in Miami in two weeks, what did that cost you for the night? Thanks

Lawdog, I rented a convertible in Indianapolis a couple of weeks ago and it was $149/day* but there were also $50 a day in taxes. It was a 2011 6.2L L99 SS**. Don't know if that translates to Miami dollars or not. I rented online at Avis.com

* I got a discount for being a member of the ADA (American Dental Association), it was about $7 or $8. But they have discounts for many things (AAA, etc)

**Someone DEFINITELY put 87 octane in it at some point.

CaniacFan · 07-24-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by REDXIIIDave

You've driven a 5.0 GT, and you're planning on buying an SS? Good man! We'll be very happy to have you here. Mustangs are for girls, by the way.

Ummm, I'm a girl and my daily driver is a CAMARO - none other..

Angrybird 12 · 07-24-2011, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by CaniacFan

Ummm, I'm a girl and my daily driver is a CAMARO - none other..

You are a Woman, not a girl....Real women drive Camaros....

bill2129 · 07-24-2011, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by REDXIIIDave

You've driven a 5.0 GT, and you're planning on buying an SS? Good man! We'll be very happy to have you here. Mustangs are for girls, by the way.

isn't the new 5.0 Faster then the new SS? Or did i read wrong

Angrybird 12 · 07-24-2011, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bill2129

isn't the new 5.0 Faster then the new SS? Or did i read wrong

Faster isn't always "Better"
I am sure you can also get a Go-Cart that is faster 0-60 than a Camaro SS but it still isn't better...

AVNMechanic · 07-25-2011, 12:01 AM

It cost about $210 with a GPS if i remember correctly.

I have been on the fence about getting a 5.0 'stang or a 5th gen Camaro but my wife now wants a Camaro since the ride in Miami (I got her right where I want her

). Plus I like the looks of the Camaro better, I like that it has indenpendent suspension all the way around, and the performance difference compared with 5.0 'stang is only marginal.

jewel25 · 07-25-2011, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Skyman 08

You are a Woman, not a girl....Real women drive Camaros....

Nice......hehe

CamaroKid300 · 07-25-2011, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Skyman 08

You are a Woman, not a girl....Real women drive Camaros....

good save lol

Angrybird 12 · 07-25-2011, 11:05 AM

I wish I could trade our Camaro for a convertible...that is the one thing I miss about my Sky.

07-24-2011, 12:44 AM	#1
AVNMechanic Drives: Want a 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan Posts: 106	Rented convertible 5th gen. Went on a honeymoon with my wife to Antigua last month and on the way back our flight from Miami to Atlanta was pushed back to a late night flight. So the wife and I decided to stay the night in Miami and take a flight to ATL the next day in the afternoon. After we left the plane at the airport we ran over to AVIS were I was planning to rent a BMW but when we arrived at the AVIS counter I saw they had an Orange 1LT convertible for rent. I quickly decided to pick it instead of the BMW as I plan on buying a 2SS/RS. I wanted a good long test drive since I've driven the '12 5.0 Mustang but have never driven a 5th gen Camaro. Needless to say we had a great time and though it was a V6 and not a V8 we still had loads of fun riding around with the top down. I was actually surprised at the exhaust note of the V6, very sporty. I loved keeping the revs up on the semi-manual automatic. The HUD was also impressive, makes keeping your eyes on the road much easier. One of these days I maybe able to upload pics but not right now as I am a civilian contractor currently working in Afghanistan, the land of super slow internet. I really hate slow internet. Anyway thanks for reading. -Scott __________________ :flag2:

07-24-2011, 08:03 AM	#3
Nightfall "To Punish And Enslave" Drives: B E RS GBA #72541 3564 CC 220 CI Join Date: May 2011 Location: massachusetts Posts: 3,889 View My Garage	nice story cant wait till you get your camaro post pics when you do __________________ *C.A.M.A.R.O- Constantly Adding Modifications Addiction Relentless Obsession* 90% canadian 10% mexican 100% american muscle :flag2:

07-25-2011, 12:01 AM	#10
AVNMechanic Drives: Want a 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan Posts: 106	It cost about $210 with a GPS if i remember correctly. I have been on the fence about getting a 5.0 'stang or a 5th gen Camaro but my wife now wants a Camaro since the ride in Miami (I got her right where I want her ). Plus I like the looks of the Camaro better, I like that it has indenpendent suspension all the way around, and the performance difference compared with 5.0 'stang is only marginal. __________________ :flag2:

07-25-2011, 11:05 AM	#13
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	I wish I could trade our Camaro for a convertible...that is the one thing I miss about my Sky. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

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