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LED Crazy · 01-03-2012, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by StellarAuto

Get the stick, bring it over and I'll learn ya how to drive it!!!!!!

Ours (read my wifes) is auto 'cause she didn't want to have to shift all the time driving downtown (DD).

Can't get much better than local help

geaux_tigerss · 01-03-2012, 04:47 PM

I love the manual. I have a 20 mile commute every day. 5 miles or so is stop and go traffic. Shifting never bothers me. I flat out refused to buy an auto when we were looking (wife can't drive manual and doesn't really have an interest to learn).

On the other end, my dad says it will be a cold day in hell before he ever drives a manual dd again. Although, he couldn't hide his goofy grin that first time he did a 5th to 2nd pass in my car and bounced my head off the passenger seat.

It's all what you prefer.

It's no more maintenance than an auto (I've put 100k miles in two different MT cars before replacing the clutch).

Yes, it is 26 more hp, but I don't think it's really faster than the auto since the autos shift faster (not sure about the torque differences either - not to mention, I've never compared the under the curve tq and hp for LS3 vs. L99 which many seem to forget about). On top of that, how often do you use WOT and would you ever really notice that 26 hp difference? If so, you can always mod.

They're both great cars and you can't go wrong with either. Don't be scared of the manual, though. It only takes an hour or so to get good enough to not be a danger on the road. In no time at all you won't even think about it. The only difficult part is not stalling it in first or reverse - and that's really only a challenge for the first week or so. Otherwise it's cake.

Supersport2011L99 · 01-03-2012, 04:49 PM

Get the auto, it has paddleshifters on the steering wheel (manually controls the gears without the cluch) and it's a great way to learn if you ever wanna go full manual. Personally if you drive in the city or like a more relaxed ride then get the auto, don't listen to these nerds that say crap like " oh the auto moves the body but the manual moves the soul '' or '' only men drive manual cars '' I personnaly like to listen to my music a liitle louder and enjoy the view if you know what I mean and not sit there constantly changing gears every 2 seconds because that's what '' men '' do

p.s if you want that extra 26 horses just get a cold air intake for a few houndred bucks and there you go...

Darth_Emma · 01-03-2012, 04:57 PM

Everyone has their own reasons for selecting their transmission. There is no "right" answer here. You need to get the one you want to drive for your own reasons.

Take each of them for a test drive. See what you think.

1BADLS3 · 01-03-2012, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SSGUNNER

Not saying they all have issues. I wish YOU PEOPLE would have LA traffic where ya'll live. Im sure that would change ur decision.

Op if ur not gonna race is the extra hp worth it? Also just because the LS3 has more hp doesnt make it faster than the L99. L99 has more gears therefore is the same as the LS3.

Just how many more gears do L99 cars have versus LS3 cars? And no, the L99 is not the same as the LS3. Many similar components, but they're not the same.

SSGUNNER · 01-03-2012, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by geaux_tigerss

I love the manual. I have a 20 mile commute every day. 5 miles or so is stop and go traffic. Shifting never bothers me. I flat out refused to buy an auto when we were looking (wife can't drive manual and doesn't really have an interest to learn).

On the other end, my dad says it will be a cold day in hell before he ever drives a manual dd again. Although, he couldn't hide his goofy grin that first time he did a 5th to 2nd pass in my car and bounced my head off the passenger seat.

It's all what you prefer.

It's no more maintenance than an auto (I've put 100k miles in two different MT cars before replacing the clutch).

Yes, it is 26 more hp, but I don't think it's really faster than the auto since the autos shift faster (not sure about the torque differences either - not to mention, I've never compared the under the curve tq and hp for LS3 vs. L99 which many seem to forget about). On top of that, how often do you use WOT and would you ever really notice that 26 hp difference? If so, you can always mod.

They're both great cars and you can't go wrong with either. Don't be scared of the manual, though. It only takes an hour or so to get good enough to not be a danger on the road. In no time at all you won't even think about it. The only difficult part is not stalling it in first or reverse - and that's really only a challenge for the first week or so. Otherwise it's cake.

Couldnt have said it better myself

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Originally Posted by 1BADLS3

Just how many more gears do L99 cars have versus LS3 cars? And no, the L99 is not the same as the LS3. Many similar components, but they're not the same.

Search my friend. Do you mean to tell me the L99 stock vs stock against an LS3 is slower??? Please do explain. HP and rwhp dont mean jack. Tq along with gears is what will determine what is faster. The L99 is shy10 lbs of tq of that of an LS3.

jamss · 01-03-2012, 05:45 PM

Don't forget to consider the active fuel management on the L99s. Not too many people like it since its gains are debatable. A lot of people tune it out, but it you go LS3 you don't have to worry about it. I know I took this into consideration/pros&cons when deciding on my M6.

mhood · 01-03-2012, 05:46 PM

I have no problems in stop and go traffic. Thank God I don't have to do it daily but you can idle in 3rd without bogging and do pretty well in bumper to bumper.

LS3AlexSS · 01-03-2012, 05:56 PM

Another factor is controlling the fuel management system on your own. If I don't want to do the 1st - 4th shift I don't have to.

miltp · 01-03-2012, 05:59 PM

One of the reasons I went with the auto was the auto start option !!!!

SSGUNNER · 01-03-2012, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by miltp

One of the reasons I went with the auto was the auto start option !!!!

+1

mhood · 01-03-2012, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by miltp

One of the reasons I went with the auto was the auto start option !!!!

Yea, my wife has that on her Cruze and she loves it.

FosterSS · 01-03-2012, 09:58 PM

I went into the dealer KNOWING I wanted an M6. I test drove an A6 SS, it was fast, but im not a fan of paddle shifters and all plus i wanted the horse....IMO the M6 is much more enjoyable, and it helps keep me focused on the road better, shifting up and down through turns and whatever else comes your way!

Been in some traffic and yes it works your leg a good bit, but I go to the gym on a regular, so anything extra just helps

oldfriend · 01-03-2012, 10:01 PM

Yeah , get the M6 then in about six months move on to the A6 ..............ZL1 ...... done

01-03-2012, 04:47 PM	#30
geaux_tigerss Drives: 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Orange, TX Posts: 740	I love the manual. I have a 20 mile commute every day. 5 miles or so is stop and go traffic. Shifting never bothers me. I flat out refused to buy an auto when we were looking (wife can't drive manual and doesn't really have an interest to learn). On the other end, my dad says it will be a cold day in hell before he ever drives a manual dd again. Although, he couldn't hide his goofy grin that first time he did a 5th to 2nd pass in my car and bounced my head off the passenger seat. It's all what you prefer. It's no more maintenance than an auto (I've put 100k miles in two different MT cars before replacing the clutch). Yes, it is 26 more hp, but I don't think it's really faster than the auto since the autos shift faster (not sure about the torque differences either - not to mention, I've never compared the under the curve tq and hp for LS3 vs. L99 which many seem to forget about). On top of that, how often do you use WOT and would you ever really notice that 26 hp difference? If so, you can always mod. They're both great cars and you can't go wrong with either. Don't be scared of the manual, though. It only takes an hour or so to get good enough to not be a danger on the road. In no time at all you won't even think about it. The only difficult part is not stalling it in first or reverse - and that's really only a challenge for the first week or so. Otherwise it's cake. __________________ 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 Summit White 6" Lift, 37x13.50R24's

01-03-2012, 05:46 PM	#36
mhood Orange Camaros Rule! Drives: 2010 1SS LS3 RS IOM Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 1,559	I have no problems in stop and go traffic. Thank God I don't have to do it daily but you can idle in 3rd without bogging and do pretty well in bumper to bumper. __________________ Mary - Orange Camaros Rule!

01-03-2012, 09:58 PM	#41
FosterSS Guardians Of The Night Drives: '13 ZL1 CRT Join Date: May 2011 Location: New Mexico Posts: 500 View My Garage	I went into the dealer KNOWING I wanted an M6. I test drove an A6 SS, it was fast, but im not a fan of paddle shifters and all plus i wanted the horse....IMO the M6 is much more enjoyable, and it helps keep me focused on the road better, shifting up and down through turns and whatever else comes your way! Been in some traffic and yes it works your leg a good bit, but I go to the gym on a regular, so anything extra just helps __________________ 2013 ZL1 Crystal Red Tintcoat, Stock...for now 1968 SS/RS 396- being resurrected. 2011 SS LS3-Cammed, bolt-ons.(SOLD)

01-03-2012, 04:49 PM	#31
Supersport2011L99 Yellowbird Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS/ L99 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 211	Get the auto, it has paddleshifters on the steering wheel (manually controls the gears without the cluch) and it's a great way to learn if you ever wanna go full manual. Personally if you drive in the city or like a more relaxed ride then get the auto, don't listen to these nerds that say crap like " oh the auto moves the body but the manual moves the soul '' or '' only men drive manual cars '' I personnaly like to listen to my music a liitle louder and enjoy the view if you know what I mean and not sit there constantly changing gears every 2 seconds because that's what '' men '' do p.s if you want that extra 26 horses just get a cold air intake for a few houndred bucks and there you go...

01-03-2012, 04:57 PM	#32
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 12,996 View My Garage	Everyone has their own reasons for selecting their transmission. There is no "right" answer here. You need to get the one you want to drive for your own reasons. Take each of them for a test drive. See what you think.

01-03-2012, 05:45 PM	#35
jamss Drives: 2012 2SS/RS LS3 AGM Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 18	Don't forget to consider the active fuel management on the L99s. Not too many people like it since its gains are debatable. A lot of people tune it out, but it you go LS3 you don't have to worry about it. I know I took this into consideration/pros&cons when deciding on my M6.

01-03-2012, 05:56 PM	#37
LS3AlexSS Drives: 2011 Black Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 146	Another factor is controlling the fuel management system on your own. If I don't want to do the 1st - 4th shift I don't have to.

01-03-2012, 05:59 PM	#38
miltp Jim Pappas Drives: Rally Yellow 2SS/RS,Auto,G/X Join Date: May 2009 Location: Saugerties, N.Y. Posts: 402 View My Garage	One of the reasons I went with the auto was the auto start option !!!!

01-03-2012, 10:01 PM	#42
oldfriend Drives: Fiat 500 E Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: 32.7607/N. 16.95947/W Posts: 7,816 View My Garage	Yeah , get the M6 then in about six months move on to the A6 ..............ZL1 ...... done