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arkentect · 05-16-2017, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ltrout

Why's that? And yeah, I'd love to have the V8 and is really what I am leaning towards since it's cheaper for more power and has everything I'd like to have.

Well speaking from experience. I've been in the market for a V8 since last fall. I just sold my v6 last night so now the search is serious. I can tell you right now that the market is very soft for these 5th Gen Camaros. The values of these cars have gone right down the toilet since the 6th Gen intro. Once you get into the $17k area there are 2010-11 V8's with 50k miles in that price range. The v6's in 5years will have almost no value what so ever, so finding a v8 is your best financial option even if it doesnt seem like it now

PFalcon · 05-16-2017, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ltrout

I mean I could go 2011-2013, but the 2010 was the first year they came back so I would rather have that over the 11-13. And the 14/15 is the 'restyle' and personally I think the 14/15 look the best, especially with the RS tailights, out of the 5th gens. And yeah, currently the 2010 2SS/RS Transformers edition I'm looking at has lower 70k and is one owner, almost perfect condition for 17 but would take lower.

70K is a lot of miles if you are taking out a 5 year loan on the car and it will be your DD. Even though these Camaros tend to be quite reliable, you are certainly going to start seeing maintenance/repair costs increase as you hit 100K and above. If I were in your shoes I would look to pay a bit less and get a car with under 20-30K miles. There are many many low mileage Camaros out there, since many are not daily driven and sit through winters.

ltrout · 05-16-2017, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by PFalcon

70K is a lot of miles if you are taking out a 5 year loan on the car and it will be your DD. Even though these Camaros tend to be quite reliable, you are certainly going to start seeing maintenance/repair costs increase as you hit 100K and above. If I were in your shoes I would look to pay a bit less and get a car with under 20-30K miles. There are many many low mileage Camaros out there, since many are not daily driven and sit through winters.

Yeah 70k is getting high, but finding any lower than 60k around where I live is kinda tough unless its a newer one. Even a lot of the '14s around me have 40k+ on them.

Edit: Also if I do get a 10-13 it'd be a 3 or 4 year max. Only way I'd do more than 4 is if it's a newer one.

ltrout · 05-16-2017, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by arkentect

Well speaking from experience. I've been in the market for a V8 since last fall. I just sold my v6 last night so now the search is serious. I can tell you right now that the market is very soft for these 5th Gen Camaros. The values of these cars have gone right down the toilet since the 6th Gen intro. Once you get into the $17k area there are 2010-11 V8's with 50k miles in that price range. The v6's in 5years will have almost no value what so ever, so finding a v8 is your best financial option even if it doesnt seem like it now

Yeah, that is true. Only issue is trying to find a lower mile one near me. A lot of even the 14s have 40k+ one them.

zr1chris · 05-16-2017, 01:49 PM

If the question is 2010 V8 vs 2015 V6 then the answer is V8 all day everyday.

DvKillar · 05-16-2017, 01:50 PM

V8's in Oklahoma are super tough to get at a fair price..still!

I got my V6 with extremely low mileage for a steal! I will prolly look at a '16 in a couple years, but this is good fun for now!

I do have the upgrade bug already, but there is sooo much you can do to any of these pretty reasonably.

But seriously, if you will be making payments, get a warranty! 70k is prolly past the GM warranty and you will get stung!

ltrout · 05-16-2017, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by zr1chris

If the question is 2010 V8 vs 2015 V6 then the answer is V8 all day everyday.

Well it's not necessarily 2015 V6. I was looking at some 1SS for about the same price as the V6 but with more miles. I'm looking at warranty wise and which would be the best purchase for the future.

Gunmetal Speedster · 05-16-2017, 08:09 PM

I have to disagree. Trading your current 2010 v6 auto for a 2010 v8 manual is all the upgrading you will need. 2010's are still great, as I'm sure you are aware. I believe that is where you will be most happy.

ltrout · 05-16-2017, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Gunmetal Speedster

I have to disagree. Trading your current 2010 v6 auto for a 2010 v8 manual is all the upgrading you will need. 2010's are still great, as I'm sure you are aware. I believe that is where you will be most happy.

I believe that as well. Only issue is trying to find a 2010 with few miles..

Gunmetal Speedster · 05-16-2017, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ltrout

I believe that as well. Only issue is trying to find a 2010 with few miles..

Don't let that be too much of a deciding factor for you. Of course everyone wants a car with fewer miles. I picked up my 2010 2SS/RS LS3 for $19,995 which was a good deal for my area. But it had 68k miles on it. Just ticked over 75k miles now. Last week I had a cam put in and I've put an intake, longtubes, and a catback on since owning it in August. Feels just as good as any other 2010 out there. I wasn't excited about the miles either but pickings were slim so I went with it. Couldn't be happier with it!

18LTLoveIt · 05-16-2017, 11:47 PM

Look for a low milage 2013, they increased HP that year, for both V6 & V8s. Last year for squircal tail lights & 1st year for infotainment system. In my justified opinion, the best of the 5th Gens. Best of luck finding the perfect one for yourself.

STUNNAH · 05-17-2017, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by ltrout

Yeah, that is true. Only issue is trying to find a lower mile one near me. A lot of even the 14s have 40k+ one them.

Check out CarMax, if you find a vehicle that you like with them regardless of where it's at you can have it transferred to their nearest location...Now some of the transfers are free and you have to pay a nonrefundable transfer fee on others...You are not obligated to purchase the car if there's is anything about that you do not like...I would also suggest that you have your financing in order before seriously looking at a purchase, when purchasing from a dealer they make money off interest rates and you sound like someone that may be a target...There are a lot of cars for sale on this site that are priced fair, this could be an option as well...Happy hunting...

Gunmetal Speedster · 05-17-2017, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by 13LTLoveIt

Look for a low milage 2013, they increased HP that year, for both V6 & V8s. Last year for squircal tail lights & 1st year for infotainment system. In my justified opinion, the best of the 5th Gens. Best of luck finding the perfect one for yourself.

I assume you mean some extra HP is free'd up from things such as electric power steering and not that the engine is rated for a higher HP output?

redcoats1976 · 05-17-2017, 03:00 AM

i own a 2015 2LT RS,its been a great car,has all the options.i average around 21 mpg,27-28 on the highway.unless you are going racing the v6 is a good choice,but drive the v8 before you buy.also know you will pay a higher price for the v8 in terms of fuel and insurance.

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05-16-2017, 01:49 PM	#19
zr1chris Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Port Saint Lucie FL Posts: 1,224	If the question is 2010 V8 vs 2015 V6 then the answer is V8 all day everyday.

05-16-2017, 01:50 PM	#20
DvKillar Drives: 2015 Chevy Camaro 2LS Join Date: May 2017 Location: MWC, OK Posts: 815	V8's in Oklahoma are super tough to get at a fair price..still! I got my V6 with extremely low mileage for a steal! I will prolly look at a '16 in a couple years, but this is good fun for now! I do have the upgrade bug already, but there is sooo much you can do to any of these pretty reasonably. But seriously, if you will be making payments, get a warranty! 70k is prolly past the GM warranty and you will get stung!

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18LTLoveIt Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue LT RS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 1,474 View My Garage	Look for a low milage 2013, they increased HP that year, for both V6 & V8s. Last year for squircal tail lights & 1st year for infotainment system. In my justified opinion, the best of the 5th Gens. Best of luck finding the perfect one for yourself.

05-17-2017, 03:00 AM	#28
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 4,915	i own a 2015 2LT RS,its been a great car,has all the options.i average around 21 mpg,27-28 on the highway.unless you are going racing the v6 is a good choice,but drive the v8 before you buy.also know you will pay a higher price for the v8 in terms of fuel and insurance.