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SIXJAK · 02-15-2010, 04:19 AM

I love my 2LT just fine and it's plenty fast. A couple of aftermarket tweaks will have it playing just fine with 370 Z(ed)s and GT Mustangs as well as older Vettes and Camaros. I got it with the RS package which means the killer 20" wheels and most don't know the difference between the two. If he ever regrets getting the V6, Lingenfelter has a nice force-fed option that will take care of that issue.

songsj · 02-15-2010, 06:15 AM

In the past I've owned both V6 and still own a V8 Z28 Camaro. My thought are this.

If you can afford the V8 you most likely will not regret it. If you can't really afford it and spread yourself too thin to buy it, you may end up not liking it because it's keeping you broke. My experience has been I loved my V8's long after I forgot how much they actually cost me. Some of my V6's always left me wanting a little more.

Brownhornitt · 02-16-2010, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Patfan1987

I test drove both. I would love to have the V8 but the $$ factor came into play with me. Im still young and someday will get a car with that much HP but the V6 is great for me coming after a 4cyl Malibu(great car by the way)

I'm in the same boat. I'm coming from 1992 Firebird 245 HP, and 1994 Firebird 275HP. I'm sure 304 HP will be fine.

ffrcobra_65 · 02-16-2010, 02:55 PM

since you asked...get the V6.

Angrybird 12 · 02-19-2010, 09:07 PM

The sign says it all LOL

acatlover13 · 02-19-2010, 09:32 PM

I've driven both, and I have to tell you, that V6 is impressive. It has plenty of get up and go, and a much smoother ride than my SS. I got the SS because it is not my daily driver, and I'm a muscle car enthusiast (and a drag racer). Yes...you may get some ribbing from people who think there's no point in buying a musclecar (be it a Camaro, Mustang or Challenger) if it's not a V8, but I'd be willing to bet that it won't come from other Camaro owners. It will most likely be from someone who wishes they had your car.

We have a meet every month or so in our area, and we have both V6 and V8 owners to come and bring their cars, and we all just have a great time together...no hints of one being better than the other.

So get what fits your budget and lifestyle. You'll be happy with either choice.

Inspector 17 · 02-19-2010, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by acatlover13

I've driven both, and I have to tell you, that V6 is impressive. It has plenty of get up and go, and a much smoother ride than my SS. I got the SS because it is not my daily driver, and I'm a muscle car enthusiast (and a drag racer). Yes...you may get some ribbing from people who think there's no point in buying a musclecar (be it a Camaro, Mustang or Challenger) if it's not a V8, but I'd be willing to bet that it won't come from other Camaro owners. It will most likely be from someone who wishes they had your car.

We have a meet every month or so in our area, and we have both V6 and V8 owners to come and bring their cars, and we all just have a great time together...no hints of one being better than the other.

So get what fits your budget and lifestyle. You'll be happy with either choice.

Couldn't agree more. I have driven and riden in both. You definitely will not be disappointed either way. Both cars are great and have unique pros. Pick what you think is best and you are going to love it!

faninc · 02-19-2010, 09:49 PM

2008 Mustang GT V8= 300 HP...........2010 Camaro V6 = 304 HP and you get 29 MPG to boot. I do not rememebr people saying the Mustang was slow?

Clearly the V8 SS stick is a beast...

Wizzer · 02-19-2010, 10:00 PM

I must be the only guy in here that bought the Camaro for the 300hp and 30 mpg! I am active duty military and it just burns me our money we pay for gas is going right to the middle east. Im sure you get the point. I love my v-6 and it gives me great mpg when i hit the highway. Love it!! If your looking at $$$ get the 6.

Darth_Emma · 02-19-2010, 10:07 PM

Um... it seems to me that rather than have a friend ask a bunch of people on a web forum which car he would like better, the thing to do would be for your buddy to drive both. Let him feel for himself if the V6 will make him happy or if he just has to have the SS after driving one.

As for me, once I test drove an SS, I ordered it the same day. The feeling of power is just exhilarating. I don't race my SS and I don't drive at excessive speeds, but the reason I love it is because when I'm driving it, everything just feels effortless. I don't know how else to explain it. I love my SS.

This is not a dis for V6. A lot of people are happy with theirs. They are great cars and look beautiful.

I say you should tell your buddy to drive both and then decide what is right for him. Each car has its virtues.

Angrybird 12 · 02-19-2010, 11:06 PM

When people aske me if I have the V8 and i tell them no it is a 3.6L V6, they start to frown, but when I mention it has 304HP their expression changes and they usually say "Wow 304 HP from a V6, I can see why you don't have to have the V8"

This ain't your fathers old V6 Lumina... This is a V6 Fit for a Camaro!

02-19-2010, 09:07 PM	#47
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	The sign says it all LOL Attached Images __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

02-19-2010, 09:32 PM	#48
acatlover13 Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Camaro IOM/IO Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Lynn Haven, Florida Posts: 3,054 View My Garage	I've driven both, and I have to tell you, that V6 is impressive. It has plenty of get up and go, and a much smoother ride than my SS. I got the SS because it is not my daily driver, and I'm a muscle car enthusiast (and a drag racer). Yes...you may get some ribbing from people who think there's no point in buying a musclecar (be it a Camaro, Mustang or Challenger) if it's not a V8, but I'd be willing to bet that it won't come from other Camaro owners. It will most likely be from someone who wishes they had your car. We have a meet every month or so in our area, and we have both V6 and V8 owners to come and bring their cars, and we all just have a great time together...no hints of one being better than the other. So get what fits your budget and lifestyle. You'll be happy with either choice. __________________ ECC on Facebook 2010 Camaro SS/RS IOM, IO interior, Custom Striping, Razzi body kit ADM CAI w/scoop/Dynatech Headers & Hi-Flow Cats/Solo Performance Exhaust, FTI 3600 Stall/Comp Cams custom grind cam/LS3 conversion/FAST 102 Intake

02-19-2010, 11:06 PM	#53
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	When people aske me if I have the V8 and i tell them no it is a 3.6L V6, they start to frown, but when I mention it has 304HP their expression changes and they usually say "Wow 304 HP from a V6, I can see why you don't have to have the V8" This ain't your fathers old V6 Lumina... This is a V6 Fit for a Camaro! __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

02-15-2010, 04:19 AM	#43
SIXJAK Drives: MO's only SC'd LLT. Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Branson MO Posts: 2,574 View My Garage	I love my 2LT just fine and it's plenty fast. A couple of aftermarket tweaks will have it playing just fine with 370 Z(ed)s and GT Mustangs as well as older Vettes and Camaros. I got it with the RS package which means the killer 20" wheels and most don't know the difference between the two. If he ever regrets getting the V6, Lingenfelter has a nice force-fed option that will take care of that issue.

02-15-2010, 06:15 AM	#44
songsj Drives: 2015 2SS/RS Summit White Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: MPLS Posts: 798	In the past I've owned both V6 and still own a V8 Z28 Camaro. My thought are this. If you can afford the V8 you most likely will not regret it. If you can't really afford it and spread yourself too thin to buy it, you may end up not liking it because it's keeping you broke. My experience has been I loved my V8's long after I forgot how much they actually cost me. Some of my V6's always left me wanting a little more.

02-16-2010, 02:55 PM	#46
ffrcobra_65 Account Suspended Drives: SuperCharged 2SS/RS IOM MN6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5,094	since you asked...get the V6.

02-19-2010, 09:49 PM	#50
faninc Drives: 2010 Camaro RS in SIM Join Date: May 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 563 View My Garage	2008 Mustang GT V8= 300 HP...........2010 Camaro V6 = 304 HP and you get 29 MPG to boot. I do not rememebr people saying the Mustang was slow? Clearly the V8 SS stick is a beast...

02-19-2010, 10:00 PM	#51
Wizzer Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ga Posts: 703	I must be the only guy in here that bought the Camaro for the 300hp and 30 mpg! I am active duty military and it just burns me our money we pay for gas is going right to the middle east. Im sure you get the point. I love my v-6 and it gives me great mpg when i hit the highway. Love it!! If your looking at $$$ get the 6.

02-19-2010, 10:07 PM	#52
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 12,996 View My Garage	Um... it seems to me that rather than have a friend ask a bunch of people on a web forum which car he would like better, the thing to do would be for your buddy to drive both. Let him feel for himself if the V6 will make him happy or if he just has to have the SS after driving one. As for me, once I test drove an SS, I ordered it the same day. The feeling of power is just exhilarating. I don't race my SS and I don't drive at excessive speeds, but the reason I love it is because when I'm driving it, everything just feels effortless. I don't know how else to explain it. I love my SS. This is not a dis for V6. A lot of people are happy with theirs. They are great cars and look beautiful. I say you should tell your buddy to drive both and then decide what is right for him. Each car has its virtues.