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redcoats1976 · 03-21-2017, 10:54 PM

v6 owner.house,cars,and 10 guitars all paid for.paid cash for the camaro.im thinking the salesman wasnt expecting that as i test drove in a ratty tank top,shorts,and sneakers.yes i drove the v8.in fact i also tested a used 2004 vette at the same dealer a month before.was coming from a pontiac solstice convertible that was really too small,and owned two v8 musclecars for 25 years before that so that itch was scratched.there is a reason camaros come in I-4,v6,and v8 models.there is a model for everyone.pick what suits you the best and dont hassle other camaro owners because they chose what they wanted.

SharpOldNo7 · 03-21-2017, 10:58 PM

OP, you need to do as someone suggested and rent a car for the day to try it out. With your being in the Great White North, I'm not sure a vert is the best choice. I bought a V6 Vert for the following reasons

1 I wanted a Convertible for my wife and me to enjoy riding in the mountains and along the beach.

2. I use the car as a Daily driver and not having to pay and extra 60 cents per gallon for fuel was a plus. I drive about a 1000 miles per week.

3 I love the V8 sound but don't have to have the sound to enjoy life. I have a Harley to make noise with.

4. The V6 has plenty of power to get up and go anywhere I need it to take me. The top down makes it more stylish to get there in.

5 Insurance was cheaper for the V6.

If you only want style, get a 2LT RS Convertible. If you want the power and sound with it get the V8 Its that simple of a choice.

gringo · 03-21-2017, 11:10 PM

Get the V6. It's an exotic sounding high tech engine. Why be stuck with an obsolete truck motor..(LS3). Unless you race, there's no point in spending $8-10K more to be stuck in more debt with worse mpg and higher insurance costs. And, remember the 6th gen SS is almost faster than the V8 as they are from the V6's.

Educate yourself and go visit the V6 board. Derek was making 316 rwhp with bolt-ons and E85. That only 4 hp less than what the average L99 "V8" makes. My advice is get the best car for your budget and remember there is always someone faster.

I got the V6 because it was the best option for my budget. I don't plan on upgrading because I don't think the performance of the old V8's are really that great, not now when it is utterly outclassed by the new high tech LT1 V8 in the 6th gen. If and when the 10sp auto ever becomes available for the regular SS, the performance will get even better.

SharpOldNo7 · 03-21-2017, 11:26 PM

Here is a Convertible Hot Wheels SS for sale on this forum asking 27,500

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=486731

Cenafan85 · 03-22-2017, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringo

Get the V6. It's an exotic sounding high tech engine. Why be stuck with an obsolete truck motor..(LS3). Unless you race, there's no point in spending $8-10K more to be stuck in more debt with worse mpg and higher insurance costs. And, remember the 6th gen SS is almost faster than the V8 as they are from the V6's.

Educate yourself and go visit the V6 board. Derek was making 316 rwhp with bolt-ons and E85. That only 4 hp less than what the average L99 "V8" makes. My advice is get the best car for your budget and remember there is always someone faster.

I got the V6 because it was the best option for my budget. I don't plan on upgrading because I don't think the performance of the old V8's are really that great, not now when it is utterly outclassed by the new high tech LT1 V8 in the 6th gen. If and when the 10sp auto ever becomes available for the regular SS, the performance will get even better.

+1

Caseyls3 · 03-22-2017, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringo

Get the V6. It's an exotic sounding high tech engine. Why be stuck with an obsolete truck motor..(LS3). Unless you race, there's no point in spending $8-10K more to be stuck in more debt with worse mpg and higher insurance costs. And, remember the 6th gen SS is almost faster than the V8 as they are from the V6's.

Educate yourself and go visit the V6 board. Derek was making 316 rwhp with bolt-ons and E85. That only 4 hp less than what the average L99 "V8" makes. My advice is get the best car for your budget and remember there is always someone faster.

I got the V6 because it was the best option for my budget. I don't plan on upgrading because I don't think the performance of the old V8's are really that great, not now when it is utterly outclassed by the new high tech LT1 V8 in the 6th gen. If and when the 10sp auto ever becomes available for the regular SS, the performance will get even better.

You didn't need the last paragraph. We knew you had a V6 based on the previous paragraph. I agree that you should pick what fits you best and have no negative feelings towards the V6, but you LS3 commentary is crazy - especially when you call the LT1 "high tech". The LS3 makes over 400 hp and gets 16/27 MPG (or something similar) - that is crazy no matter whether it is high or low tech. On top of that, they are crazy reliable. I have put 200-300k miles across several LS motors and several different platforms and have NEVER had a motor issue (other than the stupid oil pump in my Camaro).

Vipercar · 03-22-2017, 07:35 AM

I really enjoy my V6, for what I use it for, it is perfect. As many others have previously said you have to take all factors into consideration and buy what is best for you and not worry about what was best for others.

Royal Tiger · 03-22-2017, 08:43 AM

Isn't there multiple posts on this forum from a GM Master Tech who stated the 3.6L WILL fail at some point, it's just a matter of time? It grabbed my attention as I believe my fathers new Buick Lacrosse has the 3.6L.

lbls1 · 03-22-2017, 08:45 AM

This has been a long standing debate here on this board. I would tell you to drive both and decide for yourself which powertrain would be right for you.

flipstyledsm22 · 03-22-2017, 09:19 AM

Modding a V6 to match the performance of a V8, tells me you should have bought a V8 to begin with

The wife and I have been in our own house (not renting or leasing) since we were 23 years old. We sold our 1st house when we were 28 and bought a larger one in Seabrook, where we currently reside. Not to mention owning and selling multiple vehicles & motorcycles throughout those years. Money is a personal problem for MOST, so is buying a sports car. I think the whole rationalizing is BS, because it is a privilege to own/drive a vehicle not a necessity. So when buying... one should go about it as a treat to yourself.

The camaro show · 03-22-2017, 09:36 AM

get the v6 save up to twin turbo it and the you got a car that will smoke a ss and be stylish thats why i love my v6 becuase you get all these guys that are why you get a v6 but v6 man forget the v8

The camaro show · 03-22-2017, 09:39 AM

i will say the gas milege sucks no matter what i drive alot of city driving and sit my car before school and i get about 10-12 miles a gallon it really surpised me how bad the v6 is on gas

qcman · 03-22-2017, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The camaro show

get the v8 save up to twin turbo it and the you got a car that will smoke a ZL-1 and be stylish thats why i love my v8 becuase you get all these guys that are why you get a v8 but v8 man forget the ZL-1

There fixed it for you

These threads always degrade into whatever I'm driving is better than what you chose. OP try a couple different cars out & see what feels right. You are the one who has to live with your choice so do your homework and do what makes YOU happy.

Moto-Mojo · 03-22-2017, 10:23 AM

10 pages by tomorrow?

Somewhere on this forum you can find a thread where I test drove a V8 while owning a V6. I think it was titled, "The Worst Mistake I Almost Made." Fast forward a few years later. Check my sig for what I own now. Just sayin...

03-22-2017, 08:45 AM	#65
lbls1 Drives: 2002 Camaro SS SOM; 2015 Malibu LTZ Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 4,071	This has been a long standing debate here on this board. I would tell you to drive both and decide for yourself which powertrain would be right for you. __________________ '02 CAMARO SS SOM; 5.7L LS1/FLS6B '08 TBSS AWD Black Granite Metallic '15 Malibu LTZ 2LZ Turbo *'14 CAMARO ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic* '25 Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2L

03-22-2017, 09:19 AM	#66
flipstyledsm22 Let's go fishing! Drives: a car with 8 cylinders Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Seabrook, Texas Posts: 1,129 View My Garage	Modding a V6 to match the performance of a V8, tells me you should have bought a V8 to begin with The wife and I have been in our own house (not renting or leasing) since we were 23 years old. We sold our 1st house when we were 28 and bought a larger one in Seabrook, where we currently reside. Not to mention owning and selling multiple vehicles & motorcycles throughout those years. Money is a personal problem for MOST, so is buying a sports car. I think the whole rationalizing is BS, because it is a privilege to own/drive a vehicle not a necessity. So when buying... one should go about it as a treat to yourself. __________________ "When choosing between two evils, I always like to try the one I’ve never tried before." Mae West 1892-1980

03-22-2017, 09:36 AM	#67
The camaro show Drives: 2015 camaro 2lt Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Northern West Virginia Posts: 925	get the v6 save up to twin turbo it and the you got a car that will smoke a ss and be stylish thats why i love my v6 becuase you get all these guys that are why you get a v6 but v6 man forget the v8 __________________ Cosmetic mods: SS hood with painted vent, SS bumper, acs 1le front lip black, big worm gfx tinted all lights, solar wing v2, Camaro seat belt pads and oracle color shift halos and fog light halos and rear colorshift bow tie, carbon creations carbon fiber stingray z spoiler Wheels: lexani r-3 bg finish 19x8.5 Performance: cold air inductions intake, mrt v1, jacfab ported intake manifold, intake manifold spacer, overkill tuned on E85.

03-22-2017, 09:39 AM	#68
The camaro show Drives: 2015 camaro 2lt Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Northern West Virginia Posts: 925	i will say the gas milege sucks no matter what i drive alot of city driving and sit my car before school and i get about 10-12 miles a gallon it really surpised me how bad the v6 is on gas __________________ Cosmetic mods: SS hood with painted vent, SS bumper, acs 1le front lip black, big worm gfx tinted all lights, solar wing v2, Camaro seat belt pads and oracle color shift halos and fog light halos and rear colorshift bow tie, carbon creations carbon fiber stingray z spoiler Wheels: lexani r-3 bg finish 19x8.5 Performance: cold air inductions intake, mrt v1, jacfab ported intake manifold, intake manifold spacer, overkill tuned on E85.

03-22-2017, 10:23 AM	#70
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 4,217	10 pages by tomorrow? Somewhere on this forum you can find a thread where I test drove a V8 while owning a V6. I think it was titled, "The Worst Mistake I Almost Made." Fast forward a few years later. Check my sig for what I own now. Just sayin... __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

03-21-2017, 10:54 PM	#57
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 5,032	v6 owner.house,cars,and 10 guitars all paid for.paid cash for the camaro.im thinking the salesman wasnt expecting that as i test drove in a ratty tank top,shorts,and sneakers.yes i drove the v8.in fact i also tested a used 2004 vette at the same dealer a month before.was coming from a pontiac solstice convertible that was really too small,and owned two v8 musclecars for 25 years before that so that itch was scratched.there is a reason camaros come in I-4,v6,and v8 models.there is a model for everyone.pick what suits you the best and dont hassle other camaro owners because they chose what they wanted.

03-21-2017, 10:58 PM	#58
SharpOldNo7 Drives: 2015 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mississippi Posts: 298	OP, you need to do as someone suggested and rent a car for the day to try it out. With your being in the Great White North, I'm not sure a vert is the best choice. I bought a V6 Vert for the following reasons 1 I wanted a Convertible for my wife and me to enjoy riding in the mountains and along the beach. 2. I use the car as a Daily driver and not having to pay and extra 60 cents per gallon for fuel was a plus. I drive about a 1000 miles per week. 3 I love the V8 sound but don't have to have the sound to enjoy life. I have a Harley to make noise with. 4. The V6 has plenty of power to get up and go anywhere I need it to take me. The top down makes it more stylish to get there in. 5 Insurance was cheaper for the V6. If you only want style, get a 2LT RS Convertible. If you want the power and sound with it get the V8 Its that simple of a choice.

03-21-2017, 11:10 PM	#59
gringo Account Suspended Drives: Camaro V6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,722	Get the V6. It's an exotic sounding high tech engine. Why be stuck with an obsolete truck motor..(LS3). Unless you race, there's no point in spending $8-10K more to be stuck in more debt with worse mpg and higher insurance costs. And, remember the 6th gen SS is almost faster than the V8 as they are from the V6's. Educate yourself and go visit the V6 board. Derek was making 316 rwhp with bolt-ons and E85. That only 4 hp less than what the average L99 "V8" makes. My advice is get the best car for your budget and remember there is always someone faster. I got the V6 because it was the best option for my budget. I don't plan on upgrading because I don't think the performance of the old V8's are really that great, not now when it is utterly outclassed by the new high tech LT1 V8 in the 6th gen. If and when the 10sp auto ever becomes available for the regular SS, the performance will get even better.

03-21-2017, 11:26 PM	#60
SharpOldNo7 Drives: 2015 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mississippi Posts: 298	Here is a Convertible Hot Wheels SS for sale on this forum asking 27,500 http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=486731

03-22-2017, 07:35 AM	#63
Vipercar Drives: 2010 IOM 2LT/RS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oshawa, Ont Posts: 499	I really enjoy my V6, for what I use it for, it is perfect. As many others have previously said you have to take all factors into consideration and buy what is best for you and not worry about what was best for others.

03-22-2017, 08:43 AM	#64
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	Isn't there multiple posts on this forum from a GM Master Tech who stated the 3.6L WILL fail at some point, it's just a matter of time? It grabbed my attention as I believe my fathers new Buick Lacrosse has the 3.6L.