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KMPrenger · 06-30-2010, 11:48 PM

Its simple. If you got the money to afford a 32,000+ (at least) car and be able to still live fairly comfortably instead of paycheck to paycheck, then definitely consider the SS. But from your post, sounds like money is an issue. I mean...an LS to an SS is a big step in price...not sure how you can go from affording LS to SS in 4 months, but more power to ya if you can.

As for the V6...yes I have one and love it. No its not a V8 but its definitely a quick car, and over time it can be made even quicker AND have a great sounding exhaust if you invest in something aftermarket. A few bolt ons, and your looking at an easy 320 HP / 290 TQ car, and who the heck can complain about that!!??

Good luck!

leperkhaun · 07-01-2010, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by gold5000000

ya but dont forget, your not paying 8k just for the extra 2 cylinders

I think this is the thing most people forget when they say get a V6 then you can slowly upgrade it and get the same HP as a SS for a little bit less, is that the engine is only ONE of the performance upgrades you get when going with the SS.

LS1owner · 07-01-2010, 01:44 AM

I owned a 1995 Camaro V6 with 160hp....cost about 19k out the door at the time. I'd say 300+ HP V6 is a lot better than what I had!! My LS1 is just about as much as the V6 now...that being said, i love the sound of the V8.

Brownhornitt · 07-01-2010, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by FutureCamaroOwner

Ok fellow camaro enthusiasts I am torn right now. I have been working all this overtime to save for the camaro. I'm 23 and currently drive a car that has 194000 miles on it. (the motor smokes after long drives.White smoke)

Any who I could order a LS right now and be perfectly happy because the camaro is a amazing machine. Or I wait like 4 months and order a SS. I mean this will be my first auto loan so I am looking for some pointers from you guys. Things I like about the LS is I can build it my way and with the SS I love the raw power. What do you guys think. All comments welcome. Decisions........decisions.

I was in a similar position. I'm a tad older than you, but I've only spent 3 years working in my career field. So I'm not in a position to buy the SS, yet. I could have done it anyway, but I'm glad I didn't.

I don't know if you'll be, but I'm completely happy with my ~325 HP V6. And I do plan on buy a generation 6 SS. Good luck with your decision.

Eric's Blue · 07-01-2010, 02:52 AM

If you want a V-6 find some sucker who wished he bought a V-8. Buy his low mileage ABM V-6 and save yourself some money. I think I know one.

StevenMarrocco · 07-01-2010, 03:41 AM

hey, im 20 years old, and with my job only paying so much, I couldnt afford the v8, the v6 is amazing, im in love with my IOM and am happy with my decision,

tonyfred · 07-01-2010, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by leperkhaun

I think this is the thing most people forget when they say get a V6 then you can slowly upgrade it and get the same HP as a SS for a little bit less, is that the engine is only ONE of the performance upgrades you get when going with the SS.

So what are the other performance upgrades? I researched and found the motor and brakes to be the only real difference in a 2LT RS and and a 2SS RS. Clue me in on all of the other differences.
As for me, I am nearing retirement. I love muscle cars but after driving the V6, I was more than happy with it. After I retire, I plan on trading the V6 in on a Z28 (hopefully they will be out by then). I do expect there to be several more peformance upgrades on that bad boy.
You have to decide for yourself. If you can live with the V6, I promise you it will turn just as many heads and be a LOT of fun to drive.
But I have to admit that there are times I miss the deep rumble of a V8.

bi11ymc · 07-01-2010, 08:40 AM

I started with the 2LT/RS and it was great. But, my last two vehicles were a 2003 Sierra 4X4 with V8 and a 1998 Corvette with a V8. I missed the torque and I thought the brakes on the V6 were a little too soft for such a heavy car. I traded it in for a 2SS/RS and it is great. My problem now is that I want to improve every aspect of the 2SS...

Cam#7 · 07-01-2010, 08:44 AM

My last Camaro (#6) was a black 1980 z-28, red stripes and 4-speed. It was a great car to end generation 2. I'm going to order a V6 in August and then trade up in a few years to a Z-28 of generation 5 (that sat in someone's garage and depreciated). The top dog of this generation hasn't been built.

Buy V6 (non-RS) now. You'll have a great daily driver and won't have the following extra expenses:

Not being able to rotate tires on a SS or RS, plus they are summer tires that don't last have as long as all season tires.

Extra insurance and property tax

30cents more per gallon for premium gas

youngmaro · 07-01-2010, 09:19 AM

It depends on what you want the car for. Me personally I wanted a good looking car that wasn't slow so I bought the V6. If you're more performance oriented then you probably wanna save and try to catch a deal on a used SS. Just remember that YOU'RE the one making the payments on YOUR car so don't let anybody give you shit regardless what model you choose.

esperman · 07-01-2010, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by skuttduck

Put as much down as you can on the car to lower your payment.

Anyhow, there are some things I didn't like about the LS, which led me to get the 2LT. No Fog lights, no RJT, no sunroof, and no Rally Sport (Halos).

The V6 is very impressive by the way, and anyone that puts you down is jealous that the V6 has so much power for a V6. Not to mention it is lighter

Now then if you go with the V6, I'd recommend either getting a 2LT with or without RS, or a 1LT RS or 19" wheel upgrade to give you maximum potential and a max speed of limit of 155.

The LS or the 1LT without wheel upgrade can be driven year round if they come with the all season tires. All v8 models require the purchase of winter or all season tires. I went through the same thing on my 2LT though.

agree totally. I went with the LT for the RJT & Sunroof option.

look, it's an excellent car period. And this 6 is no joke - we're seeing the V6 crack into the high 13's with simple bolt on's, and low 12's with N02. If you want to save cash all around, get the LLT. If you can afford the extra 8k..get the V8. Win win.

1bad65 · 07-01-2010, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by BackinBlackSS/RS

If your asking which one, it would seem that you want the SS.

That's the best advice yet.

A couple years agom my wife had a car give out on her, so it was tme to get a new one. She went in and got a very low mile 2002 V6 Mustang. It was loaded except for leather and an auto transmission, which she didn't want anyway. She loved the car, but she really wished it had a V8 in it. After only having it only 6 months it was totalled by an uninsured motorist. She was sad, but she replaced it with a new V8 Mustang.

Now she is happy with the new one, but at times she wishes the payments were lower. But to me at least, it's better to make payments that are a little high for your taste than to make payments on a car you are not totally happy with.

SummitWhiteLS · 07-01-2010, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by FutureCamaroOwner

I am torn right now. I have been working all this overtime to save for the camaro. Any who I could order a LS right now and be perfectly happy because the camaro is a amazing machine. Or I wait like 4 months and order a SS.

Here are the main questions you need to ask yourself:

Is the Camaro going to be is your DD and do you have snow where you live? (if yes to both, then the SS is out)
What is the monthly payment/insurance going to be compared to your salary?

After those 2 questions are answered, then you'll know where your at.

Pretty simple!

2010SLVRBULIT · 07-01-2010, 10:42 AM

sounds like the LS would fit your budget better, you can always mod it when time/money is right. Overall, it's still a Camaro.

06-30-2010, 11:48 PM	#29
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,967	Its simple. If you got the money to afford a 32,000+ (at least) car and be able to still live fairly comfortably instead of paycheck to paycheck, then definitely consider the SS. But from your post, sounds like money is an issue. I mean...an LS to an SS is a big step in price...not sure how you can go from affording LS to SS in 4 months, but more power to ya if you can. As for the V6...yes I have one and love it. No its not a V8 but its definitely a quick car, and over time it can be made even quicker AND have a great sounding exhaust if you invest in something aftermarket. A few bolt ons, and your looking at an easy 320 HP / 290 TQ car, and who the heck can complain about that!!?? Good luck! __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

07-01-2010, 02:52 AM	#33
Eric's Blue Drives: Cybergray 1SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Temple - West GA Posts: 565	If you want a V-6 find some sucker who wished he bought a V-8. Buy his low mileage ABM V-6 and save yourself some money. I think I know one. __________________ "Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's SS"

07-01-2010, 08:40 AM	#36
bi11ymc "Silver Street" Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 707	I started with the 2LT/RS and it was great. But, my last two vehicles were a 2003 Sierra 4X4 with V8 and a 1998 Corvette with a V8. I missed the torque and I thought the brakes on the V6 were a little too soft for such a heavy car. I traded it in for a 2SS/RS and it is great. My problem now is that I want to improve every aspect of the 2SS... __________________ Silver Street - 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS, SIM, Gray, Cyber Gray Rally Stripes, Polished Wheels, Automatic (L99) - 553 RWHP/510 RWTQ CAI Inc., ARH LT Headers with Cats, Borla Touring Cat-Back; Pfadt Coil Overs, Sway Bars, End Links, and Trailing Arms; Comp Cams Blower Cam, Dual Springs, Push-Rods, and Lifters; GM LS2 Lifter Trays, 6.2 MLS Head Gaskets, Crank Bolt, and LS2 Front Cover; 3-Bolt Conversion Timing Gear, Katech C5R Timing Chain, ARP LS2/LS3 Head Bolt Kit, Melling Hi Volume Oil Pump, TVS 2300 Supercharger (Black); Build by Vengeance Racing; Custom Tune by Vengeance Racing

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LS1owner Drives: 2000 Camaro SS- SOLD!! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: USA Posts: 304	I owned a 1995 Camaro V6 with 160hp....cost about 19k out the door at the time. I'd say 300+ HP V6 is a lot better than what I had!! My LS1 is just about as much as the V6 now...that being said, i love the sound of the V8.

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youngmaro Drives: SIM 2LT/RS Join Date: May 2010 Location: ATL Posts: 110	It depends on what you want the car for. Me personally I wanted a good looking car that wasn't slow so I bought the V6. If you're more performance oriented then you probably wanna save and try to catch a deal on a used SS. Just remember that YOU'RE the one making the payments on YOUR car so don't let anybody give you shit regardless what model you choose.

07-01-2010, 10:42 AM	#42
2010SLVRBULIT Drives: G5(LLT) & C6(LS3) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MARS Posts: 7,525 View My Garage	sounds like the LS would fit your budget better, you can always mod it when time/money is right. Overall, it's still a Camaro.