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Thrillz · 03-24-2010, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ELDuran

MAN up? Then you buy automatic?

Lol

leperkhaun · 03-24-2010, 02:12 PM

you should ask yourself this.

Aside from the "ohhh i want a V8" factor, are you going to do anything with the car that will require the performance upgrades the SS trim lines feature?

Scrappy Doo · 03-24-2010, 02:44 PM

I test drove a v6. It is plenty fast. For most people, it is more power than you ever need. if you have no plans to race, and it's a DD, just get the V6.

That being said, do not drive a SS. If you do, you will buy one.

chutoyy · 03-24-2010, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Scrappy Doo

I test drove a v6. It is plenty fast. For most people, it is more power than you ever need. if you have no plans to race, and it's a DD, just get the V6.

That being said, do not drive a SS. If you do, you will buy one.

Down the road, you'll probably be kicking yourself if you buy the V6 after driving the SS...

ga0358 · 03-24-2010, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by shudder

Thanks for all of your replies. I wasn't asking for a comparison between the eight and six, just wondering if people were satisfied with their purchase of the V6 and if there were any defects with the clutch sticking, as there seems to be with the V8. Thanks.

I am MORE than satisfied with my V6. Can't speak to the clutch issue cuz she's auto, but when I need the power, it's there, that's all I ask and she delivers IN SPADES!

Angrybird 12 · 03-24-2010, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by chutoyy

Down the road, you'll probably be kicking yourself if you buy the V6 after driving the SS...

Why do you assume that?

There are other things to consider about the differences in the two cars other than just power.. cost of ownership for one.. Maintenance on the V8 is going to be more.. brakes and tires will be more expensive, Insurance will be more expensive.. and if you are tempted to use all that power a lot, gasoline will be much more expensive... So there is more to consider than just power...

Patfan1987 · 03-24-2010, 04:22 PM

I got the V6 because it was a better fit for me, The car is AWESOME and has a ton more HP than the Malibu i was driving. I commute with it and to boot im getting 21ish MPG Love IT!

jputer · 03-24-2010, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by shudder

What are your first impressions of the car? Do you feel it has adequate power?Reading some posts here about the V8 clutch issues, was wondering if the sixes are experiencing the same, as I was thinking of opting for the manual trans. Thanks

I got the V6 and them M6 and I am very glad I did. I believe it is the "practical" choice for a DD that will get a lot of miles.

Cost out the price of replacing tires on an SS or even the RS packages and you will get a suprise.

jshaf · 03-24-2010, 05:21 PM

will own one in a year, have only test drove it but it is more than enough power for me. it is a blast to drive, that is what I was looking for. 304 HP and maybe a tad more when the new specs come out for the 2011 edition. that will do me fine :o)

Camaro Freak · 03-24-2010, 05:27 PM

I have the v6 automatic and absolutely love it. Best Car I have ever owned!!! And with speed ratings of 155-160 mph its one hellva car. PLENTY of power and not bad gas milage either. Its a win,win situation!!

USAFJeeper · 03-24-2010, 05:29 PM

Echo above, my V6 Man is on order. It was not a money issue. It will be a daily driver and will be fun as hell to drive regardless. (I also agree that if you say Man up and drive an automatic /snort! )

Dammit I hate status 1100! Start that factory up again!

gold5000000 · 03-24-2010, 05:31 PM

i would reccomend the V8. but if you want the V6, i would hold off and see what they are doing with the twin turbo LF3 engine, maybe it will end up in the camaro

04Ram2500Hemi · 03-24-2010, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jputer

I got the V6 and them M6 and I am very glad I did. I believe it is the "practical" choice for a DD that will get a lot of miles.

Cost out the price of replacing tires on an SS or even the RS packages and you will get a suprise.

A Camaro (V-6 or V-8) does not equal practical, it equals fun! That's why all of us love the Camaro, because it's a fun car. If you were going for practical, you'd buy a Chevy Malibu. I know when I placed my order for my Camaro it wasn’t because it was a practical decision.

JohnInSoCal · 03-24-2010, 05:46 PM

Go for it, the V6 will be plenty of power and you will have the killer looks that all the camaros have. Even if you get the V8 there will somebody with a faster V8. On the street it's more than enough power. And if you are a regular drag racer then there are probably better options than the camaro as it's a pretty heavy car to begin with.

03-24-2010, 04:22 PM	#35
Patfan1987 CGM is the Best! Thx GM Drives: 2010 2LT RS Camaro, Auto + Sunroof Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MA Posts: 513 View My Garage	I got the V6 because it was a better fit for me, The car is AWESOME and has a ton more HP than the Malibu i was driving. I commute with it and to boot im getting 21ish MPG Love IT! __________________ Proud Owner of a CGM 2 LT/RS Auto Transmission w/Sunroof and Spare Tire

03-24-2010, 05:27 PM	#38
Camaro Freak Drives: 2010 IOM 2LT 334HP Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NC Posts: 1,586	I have the v6 automatic and absolutely love it. Best Car I have ever owned!!! And with speed ratings of 155-160 mph its one hellva car. PLENTY of power and not bad gas milage either. Its a win,win situation!! __________________ Last edited by Camaro Freak; 03-25-2010 at 03:21 AM.

03-24-2010, 05:31 PM	#40
gold5000000 Drives: n/a Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ridgefield, CT Posts: 520	i would reccomend the V8. but if you want the V6, i would hold off and see what they are doing with the twin turbo LF3 engine, maybe it will end up in the camaro __________________ Chevy by heat, ford by wallet, american all the way: 2005 Mustang GT CAI, LOng tube headers, x pipe, Xcaliber tuner, Short throw shifter, Shaker 1000, American Racing Rims front:245 rear:285, Custom Red Stripes, 4.10 Rear, Tinted Windows, 325 rwhp, 320 rwtq

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leperkhaun Drives: Looking to buy a SS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: yorktown Posts: 141	you should ask yourself this. Aside from the "ohhh i want a V8" factor, are you going to do anything with the car that will require the performance upgrades the SS trim lines feature?

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Scrappy Doo Drives: Callaway Rogue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: W8n 4 Snow, Minnesota Posts: 4,731	I test drove a v6. It is plenty fast. For most people, it is more power than you ever need. if you have no plans to race, and it's a DD, just get the V6. That being said, do not drive a SS. If you do, you will buy one.

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03-24-2010, 05:46 PM	#42
JohnInSoCal Drives: RJT L99 500HP Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 535	Go for it, the V6 will be plenty of power and you will have the killer looks that all the camaros have. Even if you get the V8 there will somebody with a faster V8. On the street it's more than enough power. And if you are a regular drag racer then there are probably better options than the camaro as it's a pretty heavy car to begin with.