Drove a 2012 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

RTrooper · 03-10-2012, 07:35 AM

Drove a loaded 2012 2SS auto today (10 miles) - wasn't impressed at all, acceleration was marginal, field of view was very restricted.

As a matter of fact I then drove a 2008 Corvette 3LT auto (23,000 miles) from the same dealer and that snapped my head back. Needless to say I was sorely disappointed ... not purchasing a Camaro at this time - or at all ...

I'm sure I'll be flamed here, for this opinion but it's my opinion what can I say, I'm not a troll - or trolling for Corvettes or any other vehicle, as a matter of fact had no interest in a Vette just drove it for comparison at the behest of the salesman. I'm just a regular guy looking for a new toy, so long folks I hope all of you guys enjoy your rides.

jshaf · 03-10-2012, 07:47 AM

once you drive one for a day or two the blind spots go away, my opinion is the Camaro is not for everyone, all I know is it is the best car for me and the best I have ever owned. to each there own. I have a V6 and the acceleration is much better than the average car or cars I have owned, to me it is fast. Guess it depends where your coming from and what kind of vehicles your used to. I know when I drive the GMC jimmy for a day or two and get back in the camaro it feels like a rocket....LOL

Supersport2011L99 · 03-10-2012, 07:54 AM

Actually you are a troll, now get lost and don't come back... Thank you

JoshBobGuptaMarley · 03-10-2012, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RTrooper

Drove a loaded 2012 2SS auto today (10 miles) - wasn't impressed at all, acceleration was marginal, field of view was very restricted.

As a matter of fact I then drove a 2008 Corvette 3LT auto (23,000 miles) from the same dealer and that snapped my head back. Needless to say I was sorely disappointed ... not purchasing a Camaro at this time - or at all ...

I'm sure I'll be flamed here, for this opinion but it's my opinion what can I say, I'm not a troll - or trolling for Corvettes or any other vehicle, as a matter of fact had no interest in a Vette just drove it for comparison at the behest of the salesman. I'm just a regular guy looking for a new toy, so long folks I hope all of you guys enjoy your rides.

Thats crazy, I test drove your mom the other night....it was also disappointing.

GbrilliantQ · 03-10-2012, 08:02 AM

Buh bye

Sent from my Galaxy Note

ckaram · 03-10-2012, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RTrooper

Drove a loaded 2012 2SS auto today (10 miles) - wasn't impressed at all, acceleration was marginal, field of view was very restricted.

As a matter of fact I then drove a 2008 Corvette 3LT auto (23,000 miles) from the same dealer and that snapped my head back. Needless to say I was sorely disappointed ... not purchasing a Camaro at this time - or at all ...

I'm sure I'll be flamed here, for this opinion but it's my opinion what can I say, I'm not a troll - or trolling for Corvettes or any other vehicle, as a matter of fact had no interest in a Vette just drove it for comparison at the behest of the salesman. I'm just a regular guy looking for a new toy, so long folks I hope all of you guys enjoy your rides.

I doubt you truly drove it hard. The car is a beast. Only the Mustang is it's real competition at the price.

Your insight on "restricted viewing" has been noted since 2006 concept. Nothing new. Drive it for a day and you learn to turn your head and look in your blind spots....just like driver's ed. taught you

Post of the month award:

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoshBobGuptaMarley

Thats crazy, I test drove your mom the other night....it's was also disappointing.

meissen · 03-10-2012, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoshBobGuptaMarley

Thats crazy, I test drove your mom the other night....it's was also disappointing.

:s m0:

:be llyroll:

That was great

Blake_GM · 03-10-2012, 08:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RTrooper

Drove a loaded 2012 2SS auto today (10 miles) - wasn't impressed at all, acceleration was marginal, field of view was very restricted.

As a matter of fact I then drove a 2008 Corvette 3LT auto (23,000 miles) from the same dealer and that snapped my head back. Needless to say I was sorely disappointed ... not purchasing a Camaro at this time - or at all ...

I'm sure I'll be flamed here, for this opinion but it's my opinion what can I say, I'm not a troll - or trolling for Corvettes or any other vehicle, as a matter of fact had no interest in a Vette just drove it for comparison at the behest of the salesman. I'm just a regular guy looking for a new toy, so long folks I hope all of you guys enjoy your rides.

Enjoy your new Camry

IROCanSS · 03-10-2012, 08:23 AM

I drove a Viper GTS for a day. I wasn't impressed. Did I go on the Viper forums and troll? No. I just shrugged my shoulders and said "I guess that car's not for everyone"

Do I think the Camaro is the best thing since sliced bread? Hell no. There are a ton of better cars but the camaro is the best match for me and my family and my needs/wants.

Carry on pal, enjoy whatever you buy. Make sure you come back and tell us what you got.

Sent while on baby duty.... please sleep

oldfriend · 03-10-2012, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RTrooper

Drove a loaded 2012 2SS auto today (10 miles) - wasn't impressed at all, acceleration was marginal, field of view was very restricted.

As a matter of fact I then drove a 2008 Corvette 3LT auto (23,000 miles) from the same dealer and that snapped my head back. Needless to say I was sorely disappointed ... not purchasing a Camaro at this time - or at all ...

I'm sure I'll be flamed here, for this opinion but it's my opinion what can I say, I'm not a troll - or trolling for Corvettes or any other vehicle, as a matter of fact had no interest in a Vette just drove it for comparison at the behest of the salesman. I'm just a regular guy looking for a new toy, so long folks I hope all of you guys enjoy your rides.

You bet we all enjoy our rides . This is one thing that if you don't understand no one will be able to explain to YOU

jayscamaro · 03-10-2012, 08:28 AM

Lmao. So im curious what will you test drive next?

futrocpd · 03-10-2012, 08:32 AM

probably bought a smart car instead

jd10013 · 03-10-2012, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blake_GM

Enjoy your new Camry

lol

cadyshac · 03-10-2012, 08:35 AM

So you test drove a Camaro and hated it but you took the time to register and post on here about it? I call BS and suggest you find another hobby.

03-10-2012, 07:35 AM	#1
RTrooper Drives: CX7 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Southport, NC Posts: 6	Drove a 2012 Drove a loaded 2012 2SS auto today (10 miles) - wasn't impressed at all, acceleration was marginal, field of view was very restricted. As a matter of fact I then drove a 2008 Corvette 3LT auto (23,000 miles) from the same dealer and that snapped my head back. Needless to say I was sorely disappointed ... not purchasing a Camaro at this time - or at all ... I'm sure I'll be flamed here, for this opinion but it's my opinion what can I say, I'm not a troll - or trolling for Corvettes or any other vehicle, as a matter of fact had no interest in a Vette just drove it for comparison at the behest of the salesman. I'm just a regular guy looking for a new toy, so long folks I hope all of you guys enjoy your rides.

03-10-2012, 07:47 AM	#2
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	once you drive one for a day or two the blind spots go away, my opinion is the Camaro is not for everyone, all I know is it is the best car for me and the best I have ever owned. to each there own. I have a V6 and the acceleration is much better than the average car or cars I have owned, to me it is fast. Guess it depends where your coming from and what kind of vehicles your used to. I know when I drive the GMC jimmy for a day or two and get back in the camaro it feels like a rocket....LOL __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

03-10-2012, 08:32 AM	#12
futrocpd P90X Drives: 2000 SLP SS VERT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 773	probably bought a smart car instead __________________ 2000 Camaro SS/SLP P90X changed my life. Want to know more, PM me for more info on changing your life for the better

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03-10-2012, 07:54 AM	#3
Supersport2011L99 Yellowbird Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS/ L99 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 211	Actually you are a troll, now get lost and don't come back... Thank you

03-10-2012, 08:02 AM	#5
GbrilliantQ ¡ʇuɐıןןıɹq Drives: 2011 Camaro IOM 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Decatur, Illinois Posts: 2,600	Buh bye Sent from my Galaxy Note

03-10-2012, 08:23 AM	#9
IROCanSS Account Suspended Drives: 89 IROC 350 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Back roads, southern Ohio Posts: 12,504 View My Garage	I drove a Viper GTS for a day. I wasn't impressed. Did I go on the Viper forums and troll? No. I just shrugged my shoulders and said "I guess that car's not for everyone" Do I think the Camaro is the best thing since sliced bread? Hell no. There are a ton of better cars but the camaro is the best match for me and my family and my needs/wants. Carry on pal, enjoy whatever you buy. Make sure you come back and tell us what you got. Sent while on baby duty.... please sleep

03-10-2012, 08:28 AM	#11
jayscamaro Banned Drives: 2012 camaro 1LT Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: queens new york Posts: 349	Lmao. So im curious what will you test drive next?

03-10-2012, 08:35 AM	#14
cadyshac It's in the hole! Drives: '11 2SS L99 SGM, '18 2SS, M6, HWSE Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,397	So you test drove a Camaro and hated it but you took the time to register and post on here about it? I call BS and suggest you find another hobby.