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MarouG6327 · 03-31-2014, 03:57 PM

How does camaro handle in winter

Unrulie · 03-31-2014, 04:29 PM

1. 6 air bags and a 5 star safety rating.
2. Chic's dig it.
3. With the right Snow tires, they're to not bad in the winter. Several of our club members drive their Camaro's all winter here in Michigan. With 90+ inches this past season, I never heard anyone complaining about getting stuck. Mine hibernates. Good luck.

SSeniorMoment · 03-31-2014, 04:42 PM

Why is your father part of your decision making process? Does he tell you who to vote for?

I didn't buy the SS to be practical and I also found the SS to have relatively lower insurance rates compared to other vehicles.

Oh, and chics like to invite themselves for a ride.

Dizzy82 · 03-31-2014, 04:47 PM

The camaro will handle just fine in the snow, provided you have the correct tires and don't drive like a moron.

AlohaBR · 03-31-2014, 04:49 PM

AWESOME daily driver! ADD WINTER tires if you get the SS and you have a great year round car.
Drive mine all year, have 130k+ miles on it and consider it THE BEST all year vehicle I have owned.

MBS · 03-31-2014, 04:50 PM

Tell Dad to take the Audi and dump it on someone else, If you have saved that kind of money then he has no right to tell you what car to buy, As far as winter I have drove mine with snow tires for the last 4 years in Wisconsin and I am one of the best cars on the road in winter , Few cars can track like I can they are a heaver car and with traction control they are tanks , WITH SNOW TIRES once again WITH SNOW TIRES

Melkor · 03-31-2014, 04:51 PM

Insurance was exactly 3 dollars more a month for my Camaro 1/le compared to my Kia Forte. I'm 36 though so that may have something to do with it.

Put snow tires on and DRIVE LIKE A RESPONSIBLE PERSON and you'll be fine. I live in Montana and there are quite a few Camaros up here that don't hibernate. FYI, mine won't hibernate either.

I am also curious as to why your father won't "let you get one" if it's your money.

102SS · 03-31-2014, 04:59 PM

The only thing AWD is good for is giving a false sense of confidence/traction.

The laws of physics apply to everyone.

RWD lets you know when your too fast for the conditions.

Get 4 Blizzaks and it will be good in the snow.

BTW be responsible with the power,it is a lot of car for a first time driver/owner.

thkfast · 03-31-2014, 04:59 PM

Your dad is obviously concerned about your safety, but he's not really "giving" you the Audi (he's willing to sell it to you for $15,000). Like others have said, if you go against his suggestion and buy a Camaro, you better not crash it! You will need to buy a dedicated set of snow tires and wheels ($1200-1600) to use December > March. At this point in your relationship with your parents, they can make suggestions, but ultimately it's your money to do with as you please.

Ah hem, DON'T CRASH IT.

VeeGeeTea · 03-31-2014, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MarouG6327

Hey everyone I'm currently trying to join the Camaro community but there is one problem my dad won't let me get it (yes I'm paying for it with my own money budget 20-25k saved up). He is offering to give me his Audi a4 09 cabriolet for $15,000. I know that's a great deal but I've always loved Camaros and saved up my money to buy one. We live in a winter climate and I am having trouble convincing my dad that I can drive it in the winter because I don't drive that often. Also he says the insurance will be more on the Camaro vs Audi which could be true. He claims the Audi is a more practical everyday car compared to Camaro. Any suggestions on how to convince my to let me buy the Camaro? Or suggestions in general, thanks!

PS: looking for 2010 SS Camaro

Thanks for all the feedback so far! btw this will not be my first car I currently drive a 2001 Ford Sport Trac with 309,687 miles on it and I will be selling it soon. Also any suggestions on what tires to buy? Can I just put the snow tires on the factor 20" OEM wheels or do I need another set of wheels?

Your insurance should be around $100-150 USD a month depending on your experiences and age.

As per winter driving, mount on Michelin X-Ice 3 and you're good to go.

GRNWTHENV · 03-31-2014, 06:53 PM

The 2001 to rough to keep for winter vehicle? I know its a lot of miles but you can didn't say much about it. Then you could store the Camaro during really bad months. I know you are only 17 but don't let anyone tell you what to spend your money on. I let my cousin talk me out of a pretty nice 69 for $3500.00 when I was 16. Still regret it to this day. Good luck.

As for winter tires for $1200-$1500.00. Buy a winter beater for $1000.00 and pocket the $500.00

PalmerGA · 03-31-2014, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MBS

If you have saved that kind of money then he has no right to tell you what car to buy...

Well, I would have to disagree with this part of your post. Fathers have every "right" to tell their 17 year-old children what to do.

OP: I think your father is correct that the Audi is a "more practical" car for you at this time. Take the Audi and take good care of it. Meanwhile, keep saving your money and once you are on your own you will have a decent trade-in and can get whatever you want and can afford. Patience, young man.

Sp00ner · 03-31-2014, 07:11 PM

Insurance for a 17yr old will be painful... although if that Audi is out of warranty, it wouldn't be much better...

PalmerGA · 03-31-2014, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 102SS

The only thing AWD is good for is giving a false sense of confidence/traction.

"False sense of confidence/traction"? Have you ever driven in snow with AWD? It's a very real sense of traction - confidence comes with experience. AWD is great in snow. I have had two AWDs and control on snow is awesome! (Then I got really smart and moved the hell away from snow)

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RWD lets you know when your too fast for the conditions.

Sure does! As you spin out and head for the nearest ditch/vehicle/tree.

03-31-2014, 03:57 PM	#1
MarouG6327 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS with RS package Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: United States Posts: 100	Camaro in winter How does camaro handle in winter Last edited by MarouG6327; 07-19-2014 at 09:19 PM.

03-31-2014, 04:29 PM	#2
Unrulie Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Cyber Grey Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Howell, mi. Posts: 319 View My Garage	1. 6 air bags and a 5 star safety rating. 2. Chic's dig it. 3. With the right Snow tires, they're to not bad in the winter. Several of our club members drive their Camaro's all winter here in Michigan. With 90+ inches this past season, I never heard anyone complaining about getting stuck. Mine hibernates. Good luck. __________________

03-31-2014, 04:47 PM	#4
Dizzy82 Drives: 2011 1LT/RS A6 RJT SuperCharged Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: 87114 Posts: 3,503 View My Garage	The camaro will handle just fine in the snow, provided you have the correct tires and don't drive like a moron. __________________ Power is worthless without control. *The 2nd* protects the 1st.** BMR sub frame brace, BMR tunnel brace, LSR sways, LSR CM ca & tl, Sphon ExD el, GM tower brace, Megan EZ Streets, Goodridge Stainless Steel Braided brake lines, PowerStop D/S rotors & pads, Doug Thorty Ceramic Shorties, Magnaflow x-pipe, MRT V2.0, KICKER PowerStage sub & amp, Infinity speakers & tweeters, Viteese Throttle Controller, Viteese Paddle Shifters, ACS T2 Splitter, ACS T2 Ports/Quad LED lights, VDI kit, Havoc diffuser, IPF ECU/TRANS tuned, IPF/KPE Supercharged. 364RWHP/297RWTQ

03-31-2014, 04:51 PM	#7
Melkor Drives: 2014 Chevy Camaro SS w/1le Package Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Missoula, MT Posts: 302 View My Garage	Insurance was exactly 3 dollars more a month for my Camaro 1/le compared to my Kia Forte. I'm 36 though so that may have something to do with it. Put snow tires on and DRIVE LIKE A RESPONSIBLE PERSON and you'll be fine. I live in Montana and there are quite a few Camaros up here that don't hibernate. FYI, mine won't hibernate either. I am also curious as to why your father won't "let you get one" if it's your money. __________________ DFTBA! 2014 Camaro 1SS w/1LE Track Pack

03-31-2014, 04:59 PM	#8
102SS waiting at the tree Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 3,140	The only thing AWD is good for is giving a false sense of confidence/traction. The laws of physics apply to everyone. RWD lets you know when your too fast for the conditions. Get 4 Blizzaks and it will be good in the snow. BTW be responsible with the power,it is a lot of car for a first time driver/owner. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS A6 ZL1 Rims 60ft 2.03 13.08 at 107.82 (4/28) 2009 Pontiac G8 3.6L the DD

03-31-2014, 04:42 PM	#3
SSeniorMoment Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 A6 IOM Join Date: May 2013 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,190	Why is your father part of your decision making process? Does he tell you who to vote for? I didn't buy the SS to be practical and I also found the SS to have relatively lower insurance rates compared to other vehicles. Oh, and chics like to invite themselves for a ride.

03-31-2014, 04:49 PM	#5
AlohaBR Drives: Camaros...is there anything else? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Great Lake State Posts: 1,048 View My Garage	AWESOME daily driver! ADD WINTER tires if you get the SS and you have a great year round car. Drive mine all year, have 130k+ miles on it and consider it THE BEST all year vehicle I have owned.

03-31-2014, 04:50 PM	#6
MBS Drives: 2010 rs 2lt Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: wisconsin Posts: 2,497	Tell Dad to take the Audi and dump it on someone else, If you have saved that kind of money then he has no right to tell you what car to buy, As far as winter I have drove mine with snow tires for the last 4 years in Wisconsin and I am one of the best cars on the road in winter , Few cars can track like I can they are a heaver car and with traction control they are tanks , WITH SNOW TIRES once again WITH SNOW TIRES

03-31-2014, 04:59 PM	#9
thkfast Drives: '14 Red 2SS/RS/LS3 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Posts: 692	Your dad is obviously concerned about your safety, but he's not really "giving" you the Audi (he's willing to sell it to you for $15,000). Like others have said, if you go against his suggestion and buy a Camaro, you better not crash it! You will need to buy a dedicated set of snow tires and wheels ($1200-1600) to use December > March. At this point in your relationship with your parents, they can make suggestions, but ultimately it's your money to do with as you please. Ah hem, DON'T CRASH IT.

03-31-2014, 06:53 PM	#11
GRNWTHENV Drives: 2011 Synergy 1LT RS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Warren, OH Posts: 35 View My Garage	The 2001 to rough to keep for winter vehicle? I know its a lot of miles but you can didn't say much about it. Then you could store the Camaro during really bad months. I know you are only 17 but don't let anyone tell you what to spend your money on. I let my cousin talk me out of a pretty nice 69 for $3500.00 when I was 16. Still regret it to this day. Good luck. As for winter tires for $1200-$1500.00. Buy a winter beater for $1000.00 and pocket the $500.00 __________________ 2011 Synergy Green Camaro/RS package/green foot wells/white racing stripes/20% tint Last edited by GRNWTHENV; 03-31-2014 at 07:04 PM.

03-31-2014, 07:11 PM	#13
Sp00ner Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 223	Insurance for a 17yr old will be painful... although if that Audi is out of warranty, it wouldn't be much better...