What is up with people hating on the V6? - Page 2 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

marcgo2 · 10-28-2009, 01:27 PM

I see a ton of V6 Mustangs, a lot of people aren't that concerned about performance they just like the look/name. I'm sure it is the same for the Camaro.

AZCamaroFan · 10-28-2009, 01:30 PM

nothing wrong with the V6. I grew to like the 3800 V6 in the 4th gen actually.

wullger · 10-28-2009, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by philipdistefano

Exactly!

I know the Grand Marquis isn't a muscle car by any stretch of the imagination, but the V6 Camaro has more horsepower and more torque than my mom's 2002 Grand Marquis (V8 220 HP with 265 lb/ft torque). Policemen use Crown Vics and those are practically the same car.

They're not the same car under the hood as a police interceptor unit, but I know what you meant here

I'm only 2 years ahead of you in the age department, but got the v8. Don't let the haters get to you--you made a wise choice and got the badass car on the block without breaking the bank

Not to mention, that's one HUGE leap above what you're driving now!

Good call too, with insurance--hopefully having the v6 vs the v8 helped, since you're in the under 25 bracket.

myold88 · 10-28-2009, 01:32 PM

I get the same thing with my 2SS/RS "A6" Camaro. I ordered an automatic for the ease of driving and besides its just as fast as the stick shift. These Camaros come in different configurations, colors, etc for a reason. You got to learn to ignore the A/holes out there and enjoy you car.

CamaroFemme · 10-28-2009, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I get the same thing with my 2SS/RS "A6" Camaro. I ordered an automatic for the ease of driving and besides its just as fast as the stick shift. These Camaros come in different configurations, colors, etc for a reason. You got to learn to ignore the A/holes out there and enjoy you car.

Not to mention you can put it in MANUAL MODE!

rodscamaro · 10-28-2009, 01:36 PM

I personally would never get a V6(unless it had some turbos= torque), I've always liked the torque of V8's and that's it for me. But I'm older, over 40 and I like my coffee a certain way, I like my steak a certain way, and my women a certain way, and thats that.

bi11ymc · 10-28-2009, 01:37 PM

The late 1980's Buick Grand Nationals changed a lot of peoples' minds about V6's

SirBrad · 10-28-2009, 01:37 PM

Don't sweat it. Haterz will be harterz!

coolman · 10-28-2009, 01:41 PM

Just say KISS MY GRITS

SlingShot · 10-28-2009, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by rodscamaro

I personally would never get a V6(unless it had some turbos= torque), I've always liked the torque of V8's and that's it for me. But I'm older, over 40 and I like my coffee a certain way, I like my steak a certain way, and my women a certain way, and thats that.

I'm older also, over 50 and had a new 1st and 2nd gen both with v8's, so been there done that .... Now that I'm older I like my women and cars, both built for comfort rather than speed ....

esperman · 10-28-2009, 01:43 PM

When I picked up my LT from the detailer, some guy pulled up in a new Lexus and raced over to look at my car as I was going to get in it.

He asked what engine, and I said 3.6 V6. Then he says "Looks good for a 6." I just laughed and said.."it just looks good period." Then I drove off while he stared LOL.

Like I've said before on this forum...this 3.6 puts out v8 like power. Good enough for me.

Scott@Bjorn3D · 10-28-2009, 01:44 PM

People like to gripe. Now I got the V-8 because I plan on keeping the car 15-20 years and wanted what may be one of the last great V-8 cars. But people are always bugging me since I got auto my car is not a real muscle car.

Then I find the Youtube video of the V-6 auto beating the GT 500. Guy in the 500 missed a gear and V-6 Camaro beat him. I will not miss a gear with my auto!!

DkknightX · 10-28-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by sasquash1984

oh whats real funny i raced a v6 cobalt ss which is lighter than then camaro and won by 2 car lengths

V6 Cobalt SS? When did that happen? That's news to me.

rmpackers · 10-28-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by greenrail

Nothing wrong with a V-6 camaro. To me it is a major step up from the Fourth Gen's V-6.

As I have stated many times on here, had I been forced to use this car as a daily driver, the V-6 would have been my choice hands down.

To me the "hating" is just not warranted.

Regardless, you decide to buy what best meets your needs. The fact that it is a Camaro is an added bonus.

10-28-2009, 01:27 PM	#15
marcgo2 Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS Hyper Blue Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: IL Posts: 339	I see a ton of V6 Mustangs, a lot of people aren't that concerned about performance they just like the look/name. I'm sure it is the same for the Camaro. __________________

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myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,170 View My Garage	I get the same thing with my 2SS/RS "A6" Camaro. I ordered an automatic for the ease of driving and besides its just as fast as the stick shift. These Camaros come in different configurations, colors, etc for a reason. You got to learn to ignore the A/holes out there and enjoy you car.

10-28-2009, 01:36 PM	#20
rodscamaro Drives: 07' TAHOE LTZ Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 151	I personally would never get a V6(unless it had some turbos= torque), I've always liked the torque of V8's and that's it for me. But I'm older, over 40 and I like my coffee a certain way, I like my steak a certain way, and my women a certain way, and thats that.

10-28-2009, 01:37 PM	#21
bi11ymc "Silver Street" Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 707	The late 1980's Buick Grand Nationals changed a lot of peoples' minds about V6's

10-28-2009, 01:37 PM	#22
SirBrad The Captain Drives: 2010 2LT/RS SIM Join Date: May 2009 Location: Freehold, NJ Posts: 1,499	Don't sweat it. Haterz will be harterz!

10-28-2009, 01:41 PM	#23
coolman Guest Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: PA Posts: 4,812	Just say KISS MY GRITS

10-28-2009, 01:43 PM	#25
esperman You Can Call Me Jay Drives: 2010 1LT RJT Manual w/CAI & Solo Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Louisville, KY area Posts: 1,284	When I picked up my LT from the detailer, some guy pulled up in a new Lexus and raced over to look at my car as I was going to get in it. He asked what engine, and I said 3.6 V6. Then he says "Looks good for a 6." I just laughed and said.."it just looks good period." Then I drove off while he stared LOL. Like I've said before on this forum...this 3.6 puts out v8 like power. Good enough for me.

10-28-2009, 01:44 PM	#26
Scott@Bjorn3D Drives: Kami, 2013 2SS LS3 Luvin Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Eufaula, Alabama Posts: 6,427	People like to gripe. Now I got the V-8 because I plan on keeping the car 15-20 years and wanted what may be one of the last great V-8 cars. But people are always bugging me since I got auto my car is not a real muscle car. Then I find the Youtube video of the V-6 auto beating the GT 500. Guy in the 500 missed a gear and V-6 Camaro beat him. I will not miss a gear with my auto!!