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silentbob · 07-16-2009, 04:31 PM

I'm with the thread starter. I've been lurking around these forums because I'm interested in making the new camaro my next car. I'm not brand partial either. My first sports car (if you can call it one) was a v6 firebird. I loved that car, but due to the age, it was a maintenance nightmare. I always wanted a TA, but didn't make sense because they were discontinued. So I went onto mustangs. Reading this forum has helped me formulate what I want to get in a couple years.

KarFan · 07-18-2009, 12:35 PM

The Motor Trend run was great for the SS and bad for the GT500 and still the Ford won. With the power they have even despite slightly higher curb weight as long as they stay close off the line once traction issues resolve they will drive right by. Stock for stock of course.

Ninjak · 07-18-2009, 03:08 PM

08/09 Stock Gt500 has the same problem. Small grip for a lot of torque. The Gt500 driver would truly need to know how to launch. Saying that, a 08/09 should take a Camaro. Stock to stock with equal drivers.

garagelogic · 07-18-2009, 04:32 PM

My 2007 ran mid-12's bone stock on the Goodyears if that gives you any idea of what they run.

PGRICK · 07-19-2009, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Janeails22x

Hello Everyone!

Well being that this is my first post, I will have to introduce myself properly:

My name is David, and I'm a Mustang-aholic....(who is considering switching sides.

)

I have been the proud owner of a 2007 Mustang GT for over 2.75 years. She is a garage queen with only 8,900 miles on her. I ordered her to the EXACT specifications that I wanted. She is as perfect a Mustang as I could have imagined. I have even built an old one in the past (pic attached).

Subsequently, I have been following the Camaro's development (and lurking on your site) for nearly the same amount of time. And I have to tell you, I am really loving this car. I, as maybe one of the few, am not a Ford loyalist, Chevy Bashing, moron. I respect all Muscle Cars and love that the pony wars are back (even though they may not last as long this time). I am considering trading in my passion for something new and out of the box for me, and it seems that the Camaro is hitting all the right chords....except 1.

I can't decide what I want! The fact the V6 has the same amount of horses as my Ford v8??? That's awesome! I could buy a totally loaded 2LT/RS for a little under what I paid for the Mustang and have nearly the same amount of power...... BUT, for a little more money, I can have a monster..... BUT may not be able to afford the fully decked out deal in the 2SS trim.

I am struggling with the idea of settling. I do not want to trade what is perfect for something that is close. I want the 2LT appearance with the bigger engine, but I can't have both without shelling out for it.

I guess I am reaching out to your community and asking for some guidance. Maybe some suggestions. I have test drives scheduled in the next week at my dealership to feel both out and decide from there. Have any of you driven both? What is your thoughts?

Thank you all so much for your help. Whew...switching factions has got to be harder than coming out of the closet.

David from Ohio
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Hi David,

I recently traded my 07 Mustang GT/CS for a 2010 Camaro 2SS and there is no looking back for me. When I test drove the Camaro thats when I fell in love with it! The ride is so much more smoother than the stang, the handling in one word TIGHT! I felt the power when I gunned it so much more than the Stang. I really didn't have intentions on getting rid of my Mustang but like I said after my 20 min test drive that was it for me!

MikesZ · 07-19-2009, 10:42 AM

Both are nice cars. See if you could add the Camaro and keep the stangs. I recently drove a new Mustang GT and was impressed. I had a 1984 Z-28 Camaro and a 1989 5.0 Mustang before. I liked them both. Handling and style always went to the Camaro, though. I can't wait to get a new Camaro...probably 2012 when my current car will be paid off and my wife will take it over.

JC Turbo · 07-20-2009, 12:02 PM

HOLY STEREOTYPES !! lmao mullet.

nester7929 · 07-20-2009, 12:51 PM

I can't decide whether I want to S/C my Mustang, or wait for the 2011 with the new 5.0.

Either way, sad to hear you had to let it go.

1320junkie · 07-20-2009, 12:55 PM

Please don't post street racing video's..thanks

camaro5 · 07-28-2009, 04:11 PM

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The rumors are true.

The Ford Mustang is is headed to NASCAR, where stickers bearing the Mustang name and front end details will be affixed to stock cars that otherwise bear no resemblance whatsoever to the 2010 Mustang.

The NASCAR Nationwide Series "Mustang" will be part of a "limited roll-out" during the 2010 season, which leads us to believe the car will see a full introduction the following year.

The idea here is that using the Mustang nameplate in the Nationwide Series will help further differentiate it from the top-tier Sprint Cup.

While that may well be the case, after seeing the rendering supplied by Ford above, we have to admit we winced a little.

http://www.autoblog.com/2009/07/28/f...tionwide-seri/

ljustin293 · 07-28-2009, 04:13 PM

hmm...possible camaro in the future???

PAUL SS · 07-28-2009, 04:16 PM

Thats a Mustang???

PolishMike · 07-28-2009, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Paul SS

Thats a Mustang???

Thats an ugly photoshop of an even uglier sticker on an uglier yet car.

Silverado · 07-28-2009, 04:29 PM

Maybe that Mustang will finally be able to keep up with the Camaro.....

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07-18-2009, 12:35 PM	#1262
KarFan Drives: 2023 SGM Camaro 2SS 1LE 6M Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 575	The Motor Trend run was great for the SS and bad for the GT500 and still the Ford won. With the power they have even despite slightly higher curb weight as long as they stay close off the line once traction issues resolve they will drive right by. Stock for stock of course. __________________ Past Camaro rides 1997 Black Camaro Z28 A4 1999 Silver Camaro SS 6M 2002 White Camaro Z28 A4

07-28-2009, 04:16 PM	#1272
PAUL SS The Mark of Excellence Drives: 2010 ABM 1SS RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Smallest State in the Union Posts: 8,690 View My Garage	Thats a Mustang??? __________________ BMR, CAI, DynoMax, Elite Eng., Hurst, Jannetty, Clear Image Headers & Hi Flow cats, Jet Hot, LSR, TSW, VMax, Vredestein

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07-16-2009, 04:31 PM	#1261
silentbob Drives: 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 17	I'm with the thread starter. I've been lurking around these forums because I'm interested in making the new camaro my next car. I'm not brand partial either. My first sports car (if you can call it one) was a v6 firebird. I loved that car, but due to the age, it was a maintenance nightmare. I always wanted a TA, but didn't make sense because they were discontinued. So I went onto mustangs. Reading this forum has helped me formulate what I want to get in a couple years.

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Ninjak Banned Drives: 08 GT Mustang \| 65 GT Notchbac Join Date: May 2009 Location: Miami Florida Posts: 819	08/09 Stock Gt500 has the same problem. Small grip for a lot of torque. The Gt500 driver would truly need to know how to launch. Saying that, a 08/09 should take a Camaro. Stock to stock with equal drivers.

07-18-2009, 04:32 PM	#1264
garagelogic Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Shelby GT500 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,686 View My Garage	My 2007 ran mid-12's bone stock on the Goodyears if that gives you any idea of what they run.

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MikesZ Group Provocateur Drives: Long Distances Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,022	Both are nice cars. See if you could add the Camaro and keep the stangs. I recently drove a new Mustang GT and was impressed. I had a 1984 Z-28 Camaro and a 1989 5.0 Mustang before. I liked them both. Handling and style always went to the Camaro, though. I can't wait to get a new Camaro...probably 2012 when my current car will be paid off and my wife will take it over.

07-20-2009, 12:02 PM	#1267
JC Turbo Drives: 06 GTO Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: harleysville, PA Posts: 49	HOLY STEREOTYPES !! lmao mullet.

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