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SSJ455 · 07-31-2014, 07:05 PM

I love my 2LT/RS. I got it for the show factor more than the go factor. The V6 does go, but it is not like a V8 which I understand. It looks like it is moving even when standing still.

oustaz · 07-31-2014, 07:10 PM

No way I am downgrading to the v8, I have enough power with my v6 and the gas mileage is great.

benji276289 · 07-31-2014, 07:18 PM

HAHAHAHAHA...you have a measly V6. Just kidding. There is not much a V8 Camaro can do legally on any road that a V6 can not do equally well. The biggest difference for me is the thunderous sound of the V8 engine. And fortunately for me, I live near a gas station that has pretty much the cheapest premium gasoline on the planet. And of course I don't have to listen to haters who like putting down V6 owners.

pickwithaustin · 07-31-2014, 07:20 PM

Anyone who thinks that having a passion for the V8 is only about horsepower doesn't understand what those of us who grew up in the original "muscle car era" did and felt. Me personally, I can't see having a Camaro in a 6 and my wife would have not allowed us to go that way either. We grew up in a different era and the V8 was a part of that lifestyle.

That said...
I think people should get what they want and if anyone has an issue with that, it is their problem. The V6's are great engines and, if I had needed a daily driver and intended long distance daily commutes, I'd have had to opt for the 6 over the 8. Gas is just too expensive these days, unfortunately. My oldest boy will probably be upgrading cars soon and I'm going to recommend he go with a 6... simply because of his commutes and his needs in a vehicle.

Some guys prefer a Dodge, some a Ford, some a Chevy. Some prefer a V6, some a V8. I would go Chevy V8 any and every day... but I'd never brag that to someone or try to make their 6 look "inferior." It's a different beast, that's true, but not an inferior one in any way, shape or form. I also frown upon those who always "want to race." Go race yourself, I don't get cars to see if my dog can kick your's arse.

When I have to go chasing around town driving, I drive my V6 Blazer... because it gets good mileage. I'm not expecting the full sized Blazer V8 guys to belittle me. They never have (might be an age related thing?).

Just ignore them. You got what YOU wanted.

Angrybird 12 · 07-31-2014, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by benji276289

HAHAHAHAHA...you have a measly V6. Just kidding. There is not much a V8 Camaro can do legally on any road that a V6 can not do equally well. The biggest difference for me is the thunderous sound of the V8 engine. And fortunately for me, I live near a gas station that has pretty much the cheapest premium gasoline on the planet. And of course I don't have to listen to haters who like putting down V6 owners.

Why didn't you get a ZL1? Probably the same reason I didn't get an SS....

Drumminxx · 07-31-2014, 07:23 PM

V8 's are more manly than a v6.

Lol...ok I trolled...lol

Seriosly there is nothing wrong with a v6.

jd10013 · 07-31-2014, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Ole Gster

It happens with the Mustang guys too lol .

it happens with all cars with more than one engine option. you could go to a Malibu board and the V6 guys would be ragging on the I4 guys.

Emig5m · 07-31-2014, 07:25 PM

People are just ignorant. I went through the same thing with my V6. I actually had a girl say "awe" when I said mine was a 6. Way uncalled for! I shut peoples face up when I told them that the naturally aspirated V6 had similar 0-60 times that my supercharged 5.4 V8 has! And a HUGE difference in gas mileage and handling!

benji276289 · 07-31-2014, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

Why didn't you get a ZL1?

Paraphrasing myself, there is not much a ZL1 can do legally that a V6 can do just as well. I'd gladly buy a ZL1 if you'll loan me $20,000.

MBS · 07-31-2014, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jshaf

BOOM....watch this sucker explode

This will end badly ,

two_wheel_mayhem · 07-31-2014, 07:27 PM

It's a touchy subject. Really I guess the 3.6 is powerful but fast car it does not make. A stock SS Camaro is hardly a fast car in the grand scheme of things. But knuckleheads respect anything that will burn the tires all the way down the street and the only props they give V6 guys is "runs pretty good for a V6"

Excluding the imfamous Buick Grand National of course.

raptor5244 · 07-31-2014, 07:31 PM

Next year we will be probably be adding the 4 banger to this discussion. That should add a new twist to this conversation.

Need4speed_motorsports · 07-31-2014, 07:39 PM

When I had my v6 I had the same thing happen to me, It got really annoying, These modern day V6's are just as fast as the older V8's

Q'smuscle · 07-31-2014, 07:56 PM

I love both and I had a v6 too! I love seeing all 5th Gens! LS, LT, SS, ZL1, Z/28, COPO's. are all sweet! If you think not than you're kidding yourself! Can't say that the cars are only good because of the their V8's. I could care less about a car with a v8. if I don't like the way it looks!

07-31-2014, 07:05 PM	#15
SSJ455 Drives: "Kara Zor-El" 2017 2SS HBM Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lower Hudson Valley Posts: 2,055 View My Garage	I love my 2LT/RS. I got it for the show factor more than the go factor. The V6 does go, but it is not like a V8 which I understand. It looks like it is moving even when standing still. __________________ Lead me not into temptation. I already know the way. Lana? Lana? LANA! LAAANAAAA!!!! What? Dangerzoooooone.

07-31-2014, 07:20 PM	#18
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	Anyone who thinks that having a passion for the V8 is only about horsepower doesn't understand what those of us who grew up in the original "muscle car era" did and felt. Me personally, I can't see having a Camaro in a 6 and my wife would have not allowed us to go that way either. We grew up in a different era and the V8 was a part of that lifestyle. That said... I think people should get what they want and if anyone has an issue with that, it is their problem. The V6's are great engines and, if I had needed a daily driver and intended long distance daily commutes, I'd have had to opt for the 6 over the 8. Gas is just too expensive these days, unfortunately. My oldest boy will probably be upgrading cars soon and I'm going to recommend he go with a 6... simply because of his commutes and his needs in a vehicle. Some guys prefer a Dodge, some a Ford, some a Chevy. Some prefer a V6, some a V8. I would go Chevy V8 any and every day... but I'd never brag that to someone or try to make their 6 look "inferior." It's a different beast, that's true, but not an inferior one in any way, shape or form. I also frown upon those who always "want to race." Go race yourself, I don't get cars to see if my dog can kick your's arse. When I have to go chasing around town driving, I drive my V6 Blazer... because it gets good mileage. I'm not expecting the full sized Blazer V8 guys to belittle me. They never have (might be an age related thing?). Just ignore them. You got what YOU wanted. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

07-31-2014, 07:23 PM	#20
Drumminxx Drives: 2014 2SS RS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 656 View My Garage	V8 's are more manly than a v6. Lol...ok I trolled...lol Seriosly there is nothing wrong with a v6. __________________ Nice car bro!

07-31-2014, 07:27 PM	#25
two_wheel_mayhem Would rather be riding Drives: No car no more Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,750	It's a touchy subject. Really I guess the 3.6 is powerful but fast car it does not make. A stock SS Camaro is hardly a fast car in the grand scheme of things. But knuckleheads respect anything that will burn the tires all the way down the street and the only props they give V6 guys is "runs pretty good for a V6" Excluding the imfamous Buick Grand National of course. __________________ No dog in this fight anymore. 5th Gen owner 2009-2016.

07-31-2014, 07:10 PM	#16
oustaz Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 292	No way I am downgrading to the v8, I have enough power with my v6 and the gas mileage is great.

07-31-2014, 07:18 PM	#17
benji276289 Drives: 2021 Camaro 2SS1LE, 6 spd.man., Ora Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Roanoke County, Va. Posts: 1,154	HAHAHAHAHA...you have a measly V6. Just kidding. There is not much a V8 Camaro can do legally on any road that a V6 can not do equally well. The biggest difference for me is the thunderous sound of the V8 engine. And fortunately for me, I live near a gas station that has pretty much the cheapest premium gasoline on the planet. And of course I don't have to listen to haters who like putting down V6 owners.

07-31-2014, 07:25 PM	#22
Emig5m 100% Sport Møde Drives: '17 Civic SI + '04 SVT Lightning Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 753	People are just ignorant. I went through the same thing with my V6. I actually had a girl say "awe" when I said mine was a 6. Way uncalled for! I shut peoples face up when I told them that the naturally aspirated V6 had similar 0-60 times that my supercharged 5.4 V8 has! And a HUGE difference in gas mileage and handling!

07-31-2014, 07:31 PM	#26
raptor5244 Drives: 2022 CT4-V Blackwing Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Florida Posts: 2,723	Next year we will be probably be adding the 4 banger to this discussion. That should add a new twist to this conversation.

07-31-2014, 07:39 PM	#27
Need4speed_motorsports Drives: 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Glendale, CA Posts: 4,656 View My Garage	When I had my v6 I had the same thing happen to me, It got really annoying, These modern day V6's are just as fast as the older V8's

07-31-2014, 07:56 PM	#28
Q'smuscle Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro VR 2SS/RS & Impala Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Riverside,ca Posts: 5,342 View My Garage	I love both and I had a v6 too! I love seeing all 5th Gens! LS, LT, SS, ZL1, Z/28, COPO's. are all sweet! If you think not than you're kidding yourself! Can't say that the cars are only good because of the their V8's. I could care less about a car with a v8. if I don't like the way it looks!