Whats with the A6 L99 slow issues? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Rocky918 · 08-01-2009, 12:32 AM

Ive been browsing the forums lately and i read a few times about some peoples automatic SS L99 isnt as fast as it should be ... one member said his best time on the 1.4 mile was about 14.2 which is LT status.... and others are saying that it doesnt feel as powerful as it should...

but another member got a 12.96 i believe on the 1/4 mile with it....

are some automatic SS's just made better then others?

*The_Blur* · 08-01-2009, 12:36 AM

There have been some issues, but let's be sure to note that 30,000 Camaros are out there, and only a few have reported issues. Those threads have gotten a lot of traffic, but Camaro5 has kept its relative cool on this issue by recognizing that 2010 is the first model year of the Camaro's fifth generation, so there are bound to be some issues with production. Every first year of a new car has some kinks when it hits the assembly line, and the Camaro, even with the amazingly rigorous GM testing it endured, has some of those problems.

qbert48 · 08-01-2009, 01:27 AM

got the stick and damn she runs

Xmicro_SS · 08-01-2009, 01:30 AM

I drove an Orange Auto and was disappointed in the power delivery. Received my 2SS/RS Manual 2 days ago and was shocked at the difference in the power feel. Is it the engine or tranny, we may never know, but there is a difference that is very noticeable.

Rocky918 · 08-01-2009, 01:59 AM

so basically ur saying that since its 1st year production... there will be problems, but the majority ... 95% or higher i guess have no problem and are therefore putting out the numbers that GM said they would put out... or atleast in the ballpark... and def not a 14.2 1.4 mile for the SS

right?

BrianGriffin78 · 08-01-2009, 09:42 AM

Camaro runs more than fine for me. I have heard more people have had more problems with the manuals, hence the recent recall which has been fixed of course.

hot ss · 08-01-2009, 09:54 AM

the select few were fixed, there was no recall persay.....
but i assumed that the autos would be slower, and they should be.
unless you mod.

Rocky918 · 08-01-2009, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hot ss

the select few were fixed, there was no recall persay.....
but i assumed that the autos would be slower, and they should be.
unless you mod.

technically speaking... according to al oppenheiser before the car was released in march... he stated that the v8 manual had 0-60 of 4.7 and the automatic v8 had a 0-60 time of 4.6 ...and in hte 1/4 mile, the manual was only .1 seconds faster

so they should be pretty much identical

SSOOCH · 08-01-2009, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by qbert48

got the stick and damn she runs

So that would be the LS3. L99 doesn't come with a stick.......

qbert48 · 08-01-2009, 10:59 AM

correct sir and i'm glad

SGOS252382 · 08-01-2009, 11:31 AM

If you want an Automatic get the L99. I love mine and its been fast from day one.And everyday I get better with the tap shift and I'm really starting to like it a lot. Also, local guy ran low 13s in 90 degree heat in his stock L99, so they are fast.
It's a shame that there are some that aren't running well for whatever reason. But that shouldn't scare anyone away from getting one.

And before all the LS3 guys go crazy saying you should get an LS3, go to the complaint forum and read all the complaints from LS3 owners about their issues.

Zabo · 08-01-2009, 11:53 AM

Slow car? I'll take that over no brakes. 2007 Edge, not even 9000 miles before the Master cylinder/lines.. hell almost the whole damn system had to be gutted to correct a problem. At least us Camaro drivers have a safe car..

:/

PQ · 08-01-2009, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Blur

There have been some issues, but let's be sure to note that 30,000 Camaros are out there, and only a few have reported issues. Those threads have gotten a lot of traffic, but Camaro5 has kept its relative cool on this issue by recognizing that 2010 is the first model year of the Camaro's fifth generation, so there are bound to be some issues with production. Every first year of a new car has some kinks when it hits the assembly line, and the Camaro, even with the amazingly rigorous GM testing it endured, has some of those problems.

Agree 100%

I knew I was taking a bit of a risk when I ordered this car site unseen before production. I took the gamble and came out a little on the short end. The car is great in EVERY way Except acceleration. As long as it gets fixed, I'm fine. If the gamble was to get the Camaro and if anything is wrong you're stuck with it, then I don't do it. But I figured, take the chance and if something is wrong it will be fixed under a warranty. So that's what I did. We'll see.

Quote:

Originally Posted by qbert48

got the stick and damn she runs

That's great.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xmicro_SS

I drove an Orange Auto and was disappointed in the power delivery. Received my 2SS/RS Manual 2 days ago and was shocked at the difference in the power feel. Is it the engine or tranny, we may never know, but there is a difference that is very noticeable.

Believe me. I know.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocky918

so basically ur saying that since its 1st year production... there will be problems, but the majority ... 95% or higher i guess have no problem and are therefore putting out the numbers that GM said they would put out... or atleast in the ballpark... and def not a 14.2 1.4 mile for the SS

right?

If I could do 14.2 seconds in 1.4 miles I would be the fastest street car in the world.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hot ss

the select few were fixed, there was no recall persay.....
but i assumed that the autos would be slower, and they should be.
unless you mod.

Uh...No, they shouldn't. Not really sure why you say this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocky918

technically speaking... according to al oppenheiser before the car was released in march... he stated that the v8 manual had 0-60 of 4.7 and the automatic v8 had a 0-60 time of 4.6 ...and in hte 1/4 mile, the manual was only .1 seconds faster

so they should be pretty much identical

I would gladly trade my A6 for an M6 right now. I suspect there are a lot more having the 'slows' than are reallized, but I recognize that it is my own personal experience that has me saying this. Wish we had a way to get all L99 0-60 times in one spot. But that may be considered 'Think before you post' and be cannonfodder for the lurker publisists to down GM again.

Vash · 08-01-2009, 01:39 PM

The guy with the 12's probably had some Royal Purple and cool air.

08-01-2009, 12:32 AM	#1
Rocky918 Drives: SS for Super Sexy! Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 746	Whats with the A6 L99 slow issues? Ive been browsing the forums lately and i read a few times about some peoples automatic SS L99 isnt as fast as it should be ... one member said his best time on the 1.4 mile was about 14.2 which is LT status.... and others are saying that it doesnt feel as powerful as it should... but another member got a 12.96 i believe on the 1/4 mile with it.... are some automatic SS's just made better then others? __________________ - Life is to short to let it pass you by

08-01-2009, 12:36 AM	#2
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	There have been some issues, but let's be sure to note that 30,000 Camaros are out there, and only a few have reported issues. Those threads have gotten a lot of traffic, but Camaro5 has kept its relative cool on this issue by recognizing that 2010 is the first model year of the Camaro's fifth generation, so there are bound to be some issues with production. Every first year of a new car has some kinks when it hits the assembly line, and the Camaro, even with the amazingly rigorous GM testing it endured, has some of those problems. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

08-01-2009, 01:27 AM	#3
qbert48 Drives: 2SS SIM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: texas panhandle BFE Posts: 1,128	got the stick and damn she runs __________________ 2SS RS SIM gray leather stick shift ground FX thank you gary richards @ classic chevy in sugarland welcome home 1100 4-27-09 6000 6-27-09 yes i got to the dance late don't hate me

08-01-2009, 01:30 AM	#4
Xmicro_SS Thank You GM Drives: Sky Redline & Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,876	I drove an Orange Auto and was disappointed in the power delivery. Received my 2SS/RS Manual 2 days ago and was shocked at the difference in the power feel. Is it the engine or tranny, we may never know, but there is a difference that is very noticeable. __________________ ITS HERE! : 2010 Camaro 2SS / 6 Speed Manual (No other way) / Silver Ice Metallic / Inferno Orange Interior Accent / RS Package / Polished Wheels / SOLO MACH X CAT BACK

08-01-2009, 01:59 AM	#5
Rocky918 Drives: SS for Super Sexy! Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 746	so basically ur saying that since its 1st year production... there will be problems, but the majority ... 95% or higher i guess have no problem and are therefore putting out the numbers that GM said they would put out... or atleast in the ballpark... and def not a 14.2 1.4 mile for the SS right? __________________ - Life is to short to let it pass you by

08-01-2009, 09:42 AM	#6
BrianGriffin78 Drives: 2009 GMC Yukon Join Date: May 2009 Location: New York Posts: 920	Camaro runs more than fine for me. I have heard more people have had more problems with the manuals, hence the recent recall which has been fixed of course. __________________

08-01-2009, 09:54 AM	#7
hot ss Drives: aqua 2ss l99 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Edmonton Posts: 1,215	the select few were fixed, there was no recall persay..... but i assumed that the autos would be slower, and they should be. unless you mod. __________________ May your exhaust note, sing in harmony with your blower.

08-01-2009, 10:59 AM	#10
qbert48 Drives: 2SS SIM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: texas panhandle BFE Posts: 1,128	correct sir and i'm glad __________________ 2SS RS SIM gray leather stick shift ground FX thank you gary richards @ classic chevy in sugarland welcome home 1100 4-27-09 6000 6-27-09 yes i got to the dance late don't hate me

08-01-2009, 11:31 AM	#11
SGOS252382 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: S.W. Florida Posts: 6,294	If you want an Automatic get the L99. I love mine and its been fast from day one.And everyday I get better with the tap shift and I'm really starting to like it a lot. Also, local guy ran low 13s in 90 degree heat in his stock L99, so they are fast. It's a shame that there are some that aren't running well for whatever reason. But that shouldn't scare anyone away from getting one. And before all the LS3 guys go crazy saying you should get an LS3, go to the complaint forum and read all the complaints from LS3 owners about their issues.

08-01-2009, 11:53 AM	#12
Zabo Gunning for Sixth Drives: '03 ZR2 Blazer Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Woodhaven, Michigan Posts: 9,358 View My Garage	Slow car? I'll take that over no brakes. 2007 Edge, not even 9000 miles before the Master cylinder/lines.. hell almost the whole damn system had to be gutted to correct a problem. At least us Camaro drivers have a safe car.. :/

08-01-2009, 01:39 PM	#14
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,104	The guy with the 12's probably had some Royal Purple and cool air.

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