Any other cars you are considering besides the Camaro?

[stovt001]

Originally Posted by chevys

Im considering a Corolla, Focus, Cobalt ect........ None of these
could or would replace the mustang/camaro. Just need cheap reliable transpertation. Right now, the corolla looks the best but that could change. You can buy a stipped down focus for 12K and it has AC. Thats all but it does have it. Not a bad deal.. The rolla is about 2.5K higher but has a nice track record. THe chevy Im not sure on. Cheap cars are coming into style because of fuel prices. Gas is killling me.

I've had my Cobalt for a year and a half now (I know, not so long term) and so far no problems. I had a rattle that worried me, but it turned out to be the Ipod FM transmitter and phone charger tapping against each other in the glove box. It is more affordable than the Corolla, and the gas mileage is more competitive than the EPA ratings would suggest. Driving responsibly and gently, I am easily able to beat even the old estimates. The nice thing about the Cobalt is it is easier to get it configured the way you want versus the Corolla. In my experience, I saw a greater variety of option combinations and trim lines on dealer lots for the Cobalt than I did for the Corolla. Another thing I like about the Cobalt is the oil filter. It is a new canister type, so it is a little harder to change yourself (but that is still definitely an option) and if you have it done for you it will cost an extra couple bucks more than an oil change would cost on a car with a normal filter, but it lets you easily go 7,000 miles between changes, more than making up for the cost in the long run. I drive my Cobalt 60-80 miles a day, and it works just fine for my needs right now, which are the same as yours: cheap, reliable, and fuel efficient. So I'm not saying anything against the other choices. They are just fine for what you need too, but I can personally vouch for the Cobalt's abilities. Go give them all a careful look.

[EllwynX]

After having gotten to sit in a new CTS yesterday I'd have to put that at the top of my list. Though it wouldn't have a lot of xtras aside from the sunroof since it STARTS about the point I want my Camaro to END with the price...

CTS is already nicely equipped in base form anyway.

[Mr. Wyndham]

Originally Posted by stovt001

I've had my Cobalt for a year and a half now (I know, not so long term) and so far no problems. I had a rattle that worried me, but it turned out to be the Ipod FM transmitter and phone charger tapping against each other in the glove box. It is more affordable than the Corolla, and the gas mileage is more competitive than the EPA ratings would suggest. Driving responsibly and gently, I am easily able to beat even the old estimates. The nice thing about the Cobalt is it is easier to get it configured the way you want versus the Corolla. In my experience, I saw a greater variety of option combinations and trim lines on dealer lots for the Cobalt than I did for the Corolla. Another thing I like about the Cobalt is the oil filter. It is a new canister type, so it is a little harder to change yourself (but that is still definitely an option) and if you have it done for you it will cost an extra couple bucks more than an oil change would cost on a car with a normal filter, but it lets you easily go 7,000 miles between changes, more than making up for the cost in the long run. I drive my Cobalt 60-80 miles a day, and it works just fine for my needs right now, which are the same as yours: cheap, reliable, and fuel efficient. So I'm not saying anything against the other choices. They are just fine for what you need too, but I can personally vouch for the Cobalt's abilities. Go give them all a careful look.

Just bought an '08 Cobalt myself, a few months ago. And regardles of how long I've had it, I can say to all of the above. And one more: It is a zippy little car. That Ecotec has some nutz...

[linkwpc]

For me its:
Mustang (just need a little more power...)
Corvette
Challenger covrt only
or Used GTR ($70000+ is to much for me)

[GTAHVIT]

I'd probably try to get a used CTS-V. My friend has one. Very nice.

[frodo]

Other than a 5th gen Camaro I'm concidering other generation Camaros, a second-gen RX-7, an older corvette, or a "pocket rocket hot hatch", prolly a Saturn Astra or Volvo C30.
But I won't be able to get a new car for about 2 years so i have plenty of time to decide.

[Bart]

After seeing the new CTS-V, its definitely in the running. I've had nothing but f body's for nearing 20 years, but I have to admit, something a bit more practical that still offers horsepower is appealing. I'll drive both before deciding.

[2010_5thgen]

my buddy is getting the new challanger, and another buddy already has an 07 mustang. so the camaro is my only way to go. especially since i have been longing for this car since december of 05. im not backing out.

[daddyseth1]

If the Camaro was truely out of hte question, then I would definitely take a good look at the 2008 Cadillac CTS. Its sleek, very sleek.

[2010_5thgen]

^^ yeah their nice but definately nothing to compare to the camaro. not even in the same category.

[Scotsman]

Alternatives:
-Audi A4, A1
-BMW 128i coupe
-Hyundai Genesis Coupe
-Mini Clubman S
-Pontiac G8
-Saab 9-3X
-VW GTI

[stovt001]

What's an Audi A1?

[HotRodEwe]

i dunno i never owned any thing but camaros... *minds blank*

[Hyperknight]

The Challenger is the only other car i'm even remotely considering.