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StlRomAniaN · 03-13-2009, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by themileman17

It definitely seems like an automatic appears like the way to go.. With the paddle shifters does that mean that it is going to have certain aspects of the manual as well or nah? Also sorry for all the questions but what do you actually think the top speed is going to be in the 2SS because I have been hearing that it is going to be somewhere near 165 is that correct? If so holy cow that is going to be great :-D

Top speed is 180-185.

Inspector 17 · 03-13-2009, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by StlRomAniaN

Top speed is 180-185.

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

with the paddle shifters, you shift the stick to "M" (for manual mode) and you tap the paddles to shift up and down.

the top speed will probably be over 165, but I dont plan on finding out on the street.

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Originally Posted by SSOOCH

I do a lot of stop and go on my daily commute. In reality I should have went with an Automatic Transmission. But the kid in me made me go with a Manual Transmission....it's all preference.

It will probably be 165mph, and yes that's awesome, but where would you ever go that fast?

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Originally Posted by themileman17

It definitely seems like an automatic appears like the way to go.. With the paddle shifters does that mean that it is going to have certain aspects of the manual as well or nah? Also sorry for all the questions but what do you actually think the top speed is going to be in the 2SS because I have been hearing that it is going to be somewhere near 165 is that correct? If so holy cow that is going to be great :-D

Top speed on the V8 will be limited to 155 MPH.

cam2fst4u · 03-13-2009, 09:35 PM

Me personally it would have to be the manual. No question. My opinion a car like this has to have it. But that is just my opinion. The paddle shifter to me isn't very great. I dont know how it would be in the camaro but the cars i have had it in before it wasn't nothing to brag about.
If you are learning to drive a manual well I have always been told that something with more torque is easier to learn on. I dont really know for sure. I never had driven a manual until I bought my 2000 Z28. I bought it and drove it and that was it. I dont think I would have enjoyed it as much being an automatic but again thats just my opinion. either way its going to be a great car!

SandiCandi · 03-13-2009, 09:40 PM

Fellas - there's no "paddle shift" on the automatic. There are buttons on BACK of the right and BACK of the left hand side of the stearing wheel that you push.

Its NOT like the paddles on a Corvette, Ferrari, Porsche...
There are pix posted elsewhere on the forum showing where they are and what they look like.

zebra · 03-13-2009, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by camaropete

Top speed on the V8 will be limited to 155 MPH.

and that will be because of the speed rating on the tires

Redwolf20 · 03-14-2009, 12:41 AM

Personally I went with the manual because that is all I have driven and love them. After you get up to speed on how to drive a manual, you will have an easier time making that decision. But like others have said, if you live in really busy area with alot of stop and go, go with the auto.

Both are good options so good luck deciding which is best for you.

Matrix · 03-14-2009, 02:41 AM

If this is your first manual car I hate to say it but get the auto. 425hp on your first manual car = disaster for the tranny. This is NOT the car to learn a manual.

I dont know your age, but I am assuming your young, I personally would go for the auto, I dont think you will regret it. You will still have the tap shift to play with, although its not exactly the same as a manual experience. Top speed will be around 180+mph but will be electronically limited. Look out for aftermarket chip delimiters which will remove the governor but ensure you get high rated tires.

Performance wise, not much in it its a drivers race however, they are saying that the auto comes out just a whisker ahead because of the reaction times with the manual. However, we shall see the test reviews on that one.

GOODLUCK!! And dont be a stranger... lets hear from you more!

SummoneR · 03-14-2009, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Baughman

Manual for me but it all about preference my man. Good luck on your choice

Ditto, I am finding lately I am more old school I guess, I prefer superchargers over turbos and I prefer Manual over Automatic, to me it's sportier to have a manual, gives me more control over the vehicle. But totally a personal preference.

The aftermarket IMHO is going to tear this car up!!! you will have so many options it won't even be funny!! More so for the LS3 motor I think.

SummoneR · 03-14-2009, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Matrix

If this is your first manual car I hate to say it but get the auto. 425hp on your first manual car = disaster for the tranny. This is NOT the car to learn a manual.

I dont know your age, but I am assuming your young, I personally would go for the auto, I dont think you will regret it. You will still have the tap shift to play with, although its not exactly the same as a manual experience. Top speed will be around 180+mph but will be electronically limited. Look out for aftermarket chip delimiters which will remove the governor but ensure you get high rated tires.

Performance wise, not much in it its a drivers race however, they are saying that the auto comes out just a whisker ahead because of the reaction times with the manual. However, we shall see the test reviews on that one.

GOODLUCK!! And dont be a stranger... lets hear from you more!

Back when they released the GTO's I went and test drove a used one... I asked how could it be used they just came out. The salesman told me the guy who bought it had never driven a stick before, and just could not get the hang of it... I wa slike can I get an extended warranty on the Tranny? LMAO!

PonyMan · 03-14-2009, 07:41 AM

Having an automatic is like having sex and just going through the motions.

Having a manual is like having total control of that sexual experience, and getting every last drop out of what that LS3 has to give.

No really, to stick, or not to stick, is a big question for most. I was brought up on manuals, feels like second nature to me. Plus, my Camaro will be another "toy", driven very little. They are fun!!!!!!

*CamaroSpike23* · 03-14-2009, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SandiCandi

Fellas - there's no "paddle shift" on the automatic. There are buttons on BACK of the right and BACK of the left hand side of the stearing wheel that you push.

Its NOT like the paddles on a Corvette, Ferrari, Porsche...
There are pix posted elsewhere on the forum showing where they are and what they look like.

technically true. but its easier to call them paddle shifters so that those who arent aware that the car has them, can relate to what we are talking about. some people might read "shift button" and think that there is a video game D-pad setup on the steering wheel, but when you read paddle shifter, you pretty much know what one is talking about.

but just so everyone can see....

wjones14 · 03-14-2009, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Matrix

Top speed will be around 180+mph but will be electronically limited. Look out for aftermarket chip delimiters which will remove the governor but ensure you get high rated tires.

So, is anyone really going to look for an aftermarket chip simply because it removes the 180 mph governor?! Please tell me where we can go 180 mph, because I want to go there!

*CamaroSpike23* · 03-14-2009, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by wjones14

So, is anyone really going to look for an aftermarket chip simply because it removes the 180 mph governor?! Please tell me where we can go 180 mph, because I want to go there!

salt flats....nuremberg ring....

Cyberfan · 03-14-2009, 08:50 PM

I taught my son to drive on a 6 speed when he was 16. He prefers a manual now. My clutch (and car) survived. I think that his car would also survive.

One thing to remember is that for the SS models, there is higher horsepower with the manual than the automatic. Not so with the V-6 when they are both the same.

At least Camaro (unlike the Challenger and the Pontiac G-8) gives you the 6 speed standard and charges extra for the automatic, which is a much more complicated piece of machinery then a manual transmission.

I agree that performance is not a consideration (except for the SS per above). I will probably get a 6 speed, but it is because I am old school and just like going through the gears.

03-13-2009, 09:40 PM	#18
SandiCandi Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 163	No "Paddles" on the auto... Fellas - there's no "paddle shift" on the automatic. There are buttons on BACK of the right and BACK of the left hand side of the stearing wheel that you push. Its NOT like the paddles on a Corvette, Ferrari, Porsche... There are pix posted elsewhere on the forum showing where they are and what they look like.

03-14-2009, 02:41 AM	#21
Matrix Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS/RS & Magnum R/T Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 1,520	If this is your first manual car I hate to say it but get the auto. 425hp on your first manual car = disaster for the tranny. This is NOT the car to learn a manual. I dont know your age, but I am assuming your young, I personally would go for the auto, I dont think you will regret it. You will still have the tap shift to play with, although its not exactly the same as a manual experience. Top speed will be around 180+mph but will be electronically limited. Look out for aftermarket chip delimiters which will remove the governor but ensure you get high rated tires. Performance wise, not much in it its a drivers race however, they are saying that the auto comes out just a whisker ahead because of the reaction times with the manual. However, we shall see the test reviews on that one. GOODLUCK!! And dont be a stranger... lets hear from you more! __________________ SIM Camaro 2010 V8-2SS/RS-A6!!+

03-14-2009, 07:41 AM	#24
PonyMan Drives: 2009 C6 4lt Vert, 2011 Camaro Vert Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 870	Having an automatic is like having sex and just going through the motions. Having a manual is like having total control of that sexual experience, and getting every last drop out of what that LS3 has to give. No really, to stick, or not to stick, is a big question for most. I was brought up on manuals, feels like second nature to me. Plus, my Camaro will be another "toy", driven very little. They are fun!!!!!! __________________

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cam2fst4u Drives: 08 SS trailblazer,08 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: stanley va Posts: 6,268 View My Garage	Me personally it would have to be the manual. No question. My opinion a car like this has to have it. But that is just my opinion. The paddle shifter to me isn't very great. I dont know how it would be in the camaro but the cars i have had it in before it wasn't nothing to brag about. If you are learning to drive a manual well I have always been told that something with more torque is easier to learn on. I dont really know for sure. I never had driven a manual until I bought my 2000 Z28. I bought it and drove it and that was it. I dont think I would have enjoyed it as much being an automatic but again thats just my opinion. either way its going to be a great car!

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Redwolf20 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lemoore, CA Posts: 364	Personally I went with the manual because that is all I have driven and love them. After you get up to speed on how to drive a manual, you will have an easier time making that decision. But like others have said, if you live in really busy area with alot of stop and go, go with the auto. Both are good options so good luck deciding which is best for you.

03-14-2009, 08:50 PM	#28
Cyberfan Drives: 08 Z06 Vette; 02 T/A Firehawk Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Atlanta Posts: 195	I taught my son to drive on a 6 speed when he was 16. He prefers a manual now. My clutch (and car) survived. I think that his car would also survive. One thing to remember is that for the SS models, there is higher horsepower with the manual than the automatic. Not so with the V-6 when they are both the same. At least Camaro (unlike the Challenger and the Pontiac G-8) gives you the 6 speed standard and charges extra for the automatic, which is a much more complicated piece of machinery then a manual transmission. I agree that performance is not a consideration (except for the SS per above). I will probably get a 6 speed, but it is because I am old school and just like going through the gears.