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northernls · 01-04-2010, 02:17 AM

I just thought I'd make a comment on northern driving...

Its not really a complaint but if people are looking for info on it, here it is:

Camaro is low to the ground, however, I have not once gotten stuck (it snowed over three feet on one night without snow removal and I still got to work on time!)

The car has lots of power (even the V6) and has the tendency to 'burnout' when starting in first gear.

Amazing handling in -40C (-40F) weather conditions. Has been this temp for almost a week now, and still no problems except the gear shift being very stiff (therefore, mental note to self - do not park car and leave it in gear...oops)

No problems with E-Brake sticking.

Despite what most people think, this car handles excellent in winter driving conditions!

Coldpants · 01-04-2010, 02:54 AM

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I love that pic. Only issue I had so far was a ice storm but as long as I started in second it was all good. I had myself a little giggle when I passed a 4x4 stuck on a hill. But in fairness the guy seemed like he was trying to floor it and must have had bad tires or something but it was still funny.

BarticusRu · 01-04-2010, 08:16 AM

I haven't had too many problems and I have the RS package with the Pirelli tires that are awful in the cold/snow. I'm just being extra careful.

I had a '79 Camaro with a 305 V8 in it and I remember it being worse than my new one.

philthy · 01-04-2010, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarticusRu

I haven't had too many problems and I have the RS package with the Pirelli tires that are awful in the cold/snow. I'm just being extra careful.

I had a '79 Camaro with a 305 V8 in it and I remember it being worse than my new one.

The RS tires are summer only tires, not designed to drive in the snow.

BarticusRu · 01-04-2010, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by philthy

The RS tires are summer only tires, not designed to drive in the snow.

Unfortunately I didn't find that out until I bought the car. I'm saving up for some winter tires/wheels.

01-04-2010, 02:17 AM	#1
northernls Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange LS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Yukon, Canada Posts: 1	Northern Driving I just thought I'd make a comment on northern driving... Its not really a complaint but if people are looking for info on it, here it is: Camaro is low to the ground, however, I have not once gotten stuck (it snowed over three feet on one night without snow removal and I still got to work on time!) The car has lots of power (even the V6) and has the tendency to 'burnout' when starting in first gear. Amazing handling in -40C (-40F) weather conditions. Has been this temp for almost a week now, and still no problems except the gear shift being very stiff (therefore, mental note to self - do not park car and leave it in gear...oops) No problems with E-Brake sticking. Despite what most people think, this car handles excellent in winter driving conditions!

01-04-2010, 02:54 AM	#2
Coldpants Nerdy one Drives: #000000 & #FF8000 2010 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: (elba), ct Posts: 806 View My Garage	Could not agree more. I love that pic. Only issue I had so far was a ice storm but as long as I started in second it was all good. I had myself a little giggle when I passed a 4x4 stuck on a hill. But in fairness the guy seemed like he was trying to floor it and must have had bad tires or something but it was still funny. __________________ Dave McFly: Modern cars are awash in “It-goes-to-11” ergonomics. No one asked for it. It’s just in your car because—like black mold or a carjacker with herpes—it can be. SHORT FAT ROUND NINJA

01-04-2010, 08:16 AM	#3
BarticusRu Drives: 2010 2LT RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 104 View My Garage	I haven't had too many problems and I have the RS package with the Pirelli tires that are awful in the cold/snow. I'm just being extra careful. I had a '79 Camaro with a 305 V8 in it and I remember it being worse than my new one. __________________ "Never throw things at a telekinetic." - Vance Astrovik

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