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CWI · 06-09-2009, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by O2BQIK

I don't want a war. You made the statement that people with my point of view need our heads examined. It's funny that you think my statement is offensive, but saying I need my head examined is not?

Nobody wants a war and this thread is not the place for it. The OP asked a question and has the right to get as many answers regarding his question as he can.
I've seen to many good threads get hijacked by politics and other off topic issues and when people persist, the thread will get closed by the mods and that is unfair to the OP. I'm just asking that we stay on topic so that don't happen.

Black5thgen · 06-09-2009, 02:17 PM

With an auto you can drive and put on your make-up Sally.

CWI · 06-09-2009, 02:21 PM

I do have one question of the people with automatics. When you are cruising at say 60-65, the AFM should have the car running on 4 cylinders. At that speed, is there any lag at all noticed if you floor it before all 8 kick in? Or is it instant and unnoticeable?

TomServo · 06-09-2009, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Vash

With disabled vets that need the automatic and admire it's USA construction and Camaro heritage?

Did we invade Canada, dam I didn't get the memo. 51st state ehh!

9c1ny · 06-09-2009, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by CWIweldace

I do have one question of the people with automatics. When you are cruising at say 60-65, the AFM should have the car running on 4 cylinders. At that speed, is there any lag at all noticed if you floor it before all 8 kick in? Or is it instant and unnoticeable?

you notice it a little but its getting better as the miles rack up

Tap shift wont hold the gears when the car is new, it will allow you to go to about 3k rpm in 1st and 2nd and then it shifts automatically, somewhere around 300 miles the computer decided its cool and it will hold till redline now

FenwickHockey65 · 06-09-2009, 02:31 PM

This thread's full of 500s.

Danno · 06-09-2009, 02:32 PM

I wish I could have my cake and eat it too. I've got plenty of time driving both stick shifts and autos, and I really haven't decided what tranny I want when I order my '11 convertible. Around town "just going places", I prefer an auto. When it's a beautiful day and the road is laid open in front of me, the manual is definitely funner. But then again, on race day, I prefer the auto, because there's less left to my admittedly meager launch skills. And, any muscle car I own WILL find it's way to the track.

As far as being called a girl, well, that's fine, we can all have fun with it, but I think we all know that the autos of today are a far cry from the powerslides and turbo 350's of yesteryear.

CWI · 06-09-2009, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 9c1ny

you notice it a little but its getting better as the miles rack up

Tap shift wont hold the gears when the car is new, it will allow you to go to about 3k rpm in 1st and 2nd and then it shifts automatically, somewhere around 300 miles the computer decided its cool and it will hold till redline now

Cool, that must have been a programmed break in feature?

9c1ny · 06-09-2009, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CWIweldace

Cool, that must have been a programmed break in feature?

Im guessing

gred04 · 06-09-2009, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by O2BQIK

I'm just curious...have you ever owned or driven daily a manual transmission? I am one of the people you say should have my head examined because I think it's a muscle car and muscle cars should have manual transmissions. I've found that many people who espouse the greatness of automatics have not experienced a manual transmission on a daily basis...they drove one once or twice and did not like it and that formed their opinion. Every single person I know (no exceptions) who has driven a manual to the point where they got comfortable with it now prefers it.

Also, you're free to think that I need my head examined, but I'm free to think that only girls drive automatic muscle cars

My daily driver is a stick and I have owned several in the past. There used to be a reason to get a manual for better performance and slightly better mpg but those days are almost over.

Most modern auto trans in high performance cars are quicker than their manual counterparts now anyway and mpg is down to a difference of 1-2mpg.

Only reason I could see to get a manual is greater driver involvment. However even that is a hard argument with sport autos and paddle shifters.

thebrainhart · 06-09-2009, 02:48 PM

So we've had like 5 worth while posts.

Like the first post says, I dont really care what everybodies opinions and views are between the two, I want to know who drives an auto, and regrets it, or likes it, and for what reasons!

Lets be mature about this, can we?

BrianGriffin78 · 06-09-2009, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by arabicame

I almost passed on my car 2ssrs blk/blk sunroof.....because it was an auto....now that I have it I love it!!!

Paddle shifts are SSweet. When you want to shift manual you have it at a click. When you get into stop and go traffic ..click and you have an automatic!! It's nice.

Have to admit the sound of saying 426 hp would be nice....but most people cant not believe 400 hp!

I have 1600 miles on it now, and I do not regret getting auto... in fact I would order it now if I had to choose!!

Oh ya..I get 24 mpg on hiway 75mph w/ a/c on...that includes the stomp on it to get that guy off my a ss every 10 miles or so!

untill I drove it I was one of those "stick shift only guys"

This is not just your ordinary Auto transmission it is the newest technology with this tapshift and with 400 HP the Automatic is going to get you speed and performance and still keep the fun in the car, imo. I am curious to try out the tapshift. Thanks for the input.

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Originally Posted by thebrainhart

So we've had like 5 worth while posts.

Like the first post says, I dont really care what everybodies opinions and views are between the two, I want to know who drives an auto, and regrets it, or likes it, and for what reasons!

Lets be mature about this, can we?

Yeah sorry about that, lets get this back on topic. I drive an Auto and love it. I don't have to worry about being jerked around or having to change gears in stop and go traffic. I love that there is at least an option to go into manual if I want to get a manual feel.

jcampb57 · 06-09-2009, 03:12 PM

It seems that no matter what format our transmissions take ( auto or manual), we are all enjoying having and driving our new Camaro's. My 1976 silver Camaro was my first new car, it was a manual shift. But I have to tell "ya" all, that this 2010 silver with auto is a lot more fun to drive.

RyanSSaddict · 06-09-2009, 03:15 PM

I like the auto, people be nice, be less serious, go have a laugh, be happy!!!!!

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06-09-2009, 02:21 PM	#31
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2013 Duramax 3500HD Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Freeport LPG Export Posts: 3,836 View My Garage	I do have one question of the people with automatics. When you are cruising at say 60-65, the AFM should have the car running on 4 cylinders. At that speed, is there any lag at all noticed if you floor it before all 8 kick in? Or is it instant and unnoticeable? __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

06-09-2009, 02:31 PM	#34
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	This thread's full of 500s. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

06-09-2009, 02:32 PM	#35
Danno Drives: 1993 Trans Am, 2007 Acadia Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 50	I wish I could have my cake and eat it too. I've got plenty of time driving both stick shifts and autos, and I really haven't decided what tranny I want when I order my '11 convertible. Around town "just going places", I prefer an auto. When it's a beautiful day and the road is laid open in front of me, the manual is definitely funner. But then again, on race day, I prefer the auto, because there's less left to my admittedly meager launch skills. And, any muscle car I own WILL find it's way to the track. As far as being called a girl, well, that's fine, we can all have fun with it, but I think we all know that the autos of today are a far cry from the powerslides and turbo 350's of yesteryear. __________________ US Navy retired submariner. previous cars, starting with my first. 1970 Nova 1967 RS/SS Camaro 1969 Chevelle 1970.5 Camaro A long, undistinguished line of sedans, SUV's, and minivans.

06-09-2009, 02:48 PM	#39
thebrainhart Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS/RS CGM LS3 A6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bountiful, UT Posts: 683	So we've had like 5 worth while posts. Like the first post says, I dont really care what everybodies opinions and views are between the two, I want to know who drives an auto, and regrets it, or likes it, and for what reasons! Lets be mature about this, can we? __________________ - 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS CGM LS3 A6 "Lurch" - FLYNGSS - Some ProCharger, Alky, CompCams, Brian Tooley, Holley, Livernois, K&N, Ridetech, DSS, Kooks, JDP Motorsports, Pfadt, BMR, Prothane, Weld, M&H, Mickey Thompson, RKSport, Elite, Garys, Defenderworx, Anvil, etc.

06-09-2009, 02:17 PM	#30
Black5thgen Account Suspended Drives: 2007 C6 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: chicago Posts: 2,251 View My Garage	With an auto you can drive and put on your make-up Sally.

06-09-2009, 03:12 PM	#41
jcampb57 Drives: 2010 2LT RS Silver Ice Camaro Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: findlay ohio Posts: 17 View My Garage	It seems that no matter what we driving - auto or manual we are enjoying our new cars It seems that no matter what format our transmissions take ( auto or manual), we are all enjoying having and driving our new Camaro's. My 1976 silver Camaro was my first new car, it was a manual shift. But I have to tell "ya" all, that this 2010 silver with auto is a lot more fun to drive.

06-09-2009, 03:15 PM	#42
RyanSSaddict oh no la migra Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 208	I like the auto, people be nice, be less serious, go have a laugh, be happy!!!!!

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