V6 Camaro - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

bowtie22 · 01-31-2011, 02:59 AM

Hi everyone, I'm a new member to the camaro5 forum. I'm interested in buying a new 2011 V6 Camaro. I am aware that the SS Camaro V8 is a faster and more powerful powerplant. However, at the present moment, I like the V6. As a result, I would like to know whether the 3.6L Direct Injection engine is reliable? I heard from various individuals that I ought to stay away from the V6 because it has had various mechanical issues, primarily the bearings. I'm wondering if any current V6 owners have experienced similar or other issues with this particular vehicle. Finally, what are the pros and cons between the manual and automatic transmissions of the V6 Camaro? (Personally, I'm leaning towards the manual 6 speed). Furthermore, are they (transmissions) mechanically sound or are they problematic? I'll be looking forward to hearing your views and concerns about the V6 Camaro. Your input would be deeply appreciated.

Cheers!

chevy 3 · 01-31-2011, 04:39 AM

Iv had m

chevy 3 · 01-31-2011, 04:42 AM

I've had mine for awile. Mine runs great no prob so far and I also have the 6speed. All I've got to say is this is a very fun car to drive. I haven't heard alot of prob with the motor.

esfkotaro · 01-31-2011, 04:58 AM

Only have about 9k on my Camaro so far, but it's never given me any issues what so ever. Some people have had an issue where the Manual 6speed doesn't like to go into 2nd, but personally I've never had the problem. Love my car. Only "common mechanical" problem I know of involves the timing chain, but they remedied that in the later 2010's so the 2011 would be fine. That, and to the best of my knowledge, the timing chain was only ever a problem for those who went more than 5k miles between oil changes and\or weren't using a quality full synthetic like Mobil 1.

Mcnamee · 01-31-2011, 05:24 AM

Ive got 8000 km on my car and no problems, except for my steering wheel controls didn't work because the coil went lol but problems like that can happen with any car, was just a bad part.

I am a apprentice tech at a gm dealer and we have had 0 Camaro's come in with major problems like chains, transmissions, bearings etc, and we have one of the top dealers in the area, so I figure we would have seen one by now, I'd go with the manual personally, Ive driven both and the v6 is much more responsive to the stick, Ive had the manual have an issue once shifting at high rpms, but I haven't had it happen since. Just test drive both, also if you are planning to modify at all, the manual shares the same rear end as the ss manual so you have a lot more gear options over the auto.

I love the car though, I wish I could have afforded the v8 but this v6 is no dog, still very fun car to drive!

yellowlightning2009 · 01-31-2011, 08:36 AM

I got 17,000km on mine and not a hitch with it yet loves the car, wanted the ss too but wanted more than a new car so bought a new yamaha grizzly 550 fi the same month as the camaro ahaha

esperman · 01-31-2011, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mcnamee

Ive got 8000 km on my car and no problems, except for my steering wheel controls didn't work because the coil went lol but problems like that can happen with any car, was just a bad part.

I am a apprentice tech at a gm dealer and we have had 0 Camaro's come in with major problems like chains, transmissions, bearings etc, and we have one of the top dealers in the area, so I figure we would have seen one by now, I'd go with the manual personally, Ive driven both and the v6 is much more responsive to the stick, Ive had the manual have an issue once shifting at high rpms, but I haven't had it happen since. Just test drive both, also if you are planning to modify at all, the manual shares the same rear end as the ss manual so you have a lot more gear options over the auto.

I love the car though, I wish I could have afforded the v8 but this v6 is no dog, still very fun car to drive!

totally agree with this post.
Have fun test driving, and pick what works for you.

2010CamaroRS · 01-31-2011, 09:23 AM

no camaros in the shop here either...one v8 came in..the customer complained of the car shaking a bit at idle....anyone know a 6.2L v8 that doesnt shake at idle? its a beast waiting to be unleashed...idiot....other than stupid people...not one problem camaro...just routine maintenence...which it seems most are choosing to do themselves or at other shops (me included)

2010CamaroRS · 01-31-2011, 09:25 AM

BTW..the only way id get rid of my camaro is if i could trade even keel for a Lambo or Ferrari...so since that isnt happening...my car isnt going anywhere!

Nutbutt · 01-31-2011, 10:21 AM

The LLT is a proven engine used by Cadillac in it's CTS and others. If you do a google you will find that the engine has a great weight to torque ratio and there really are very few problems. I have a V6 coupe and have ordered a V6 vert also. The performance is really on par with my 69 V8 SS vert when stock.
I love the V8 but the V6 gives me everything I want in this car !

IamJacksCamaro · 01-31-2011, 10:52 AM

I've had mine since June of last year, now have a bit over 8600 trouble-free miles. The V6 has more than enough power for me, and the M6 transmission is great too.

CamaroDreams07 · 01-31-2011, 11:02 AM

The V8s have had far more trouble than the V6s. Of course, that could be because there simply are more V8s than V6s currently...mine hasn't had any mechanical issues at all.

AlohaBR · 01-31-2011, 11:06 AM

Just shy of 15,000 miles, daily driver. Had since August and had no issues except for wanting to take the long way home at night!
6 spd manual..

CatiaJockey · 01-31-2011, 11:30 AM

21K trouble free miles. Methinks someone tried to scare you into a V8. These are great engines.

01-31-2011, 02:59 AM	#1
bowtie22 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: toronto, canada Posts: 28	V6 Camaro Hi everyone, I'm a new member to the camaro5 forum. I'm interested in buying a new 2011 V6 Camaro. I am aware that the SS Camaro V8 is a faster and more powerful powerplant. However, at the present moment, I like the V6. As a result, I would like to know whether the 3.6L Direct Injection engine is reliable? I heard from various individuals that I ought to stay away from the V6 because it has had various mechanical issues, primarily the bearings. I'm wondering if any current V6 owners have experienced similar or other issues with this particular vehicle. Finally, what are the pros and cons between the manual and automatic transmissions of the V6 Camaro? (Personally, I'm leaning towards the manual 6 speed). Furthermore, are they (transmissions) mechanically sound or are they problematic? I'll be looking forward to hearing your views and concerns about the V6 Camaro. Your input would be deeply appreciated. Cheers!

01-31-2011, 04:58 AM	#4
esfkotaro Drives: 2010 Camaro LS M6, Black with CGM Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 93	Only have about 9k on my Camaro so far, but it's never given me any issues what so ever. Some people have had an issue where the Manual 6speed doesn't like to go into 2nd, but personally I've never had the problem. Love my car. Only "common mechanical" problem I know of involves the timing chain, but they remedied that in the later 2010's so the 2011 would be fine. That, and to the best of my knowledge, the timing chain was only ever a problem for those who went more than 5k miles between oil changes and\or weren't using a quality full synthetic like Mobil 1. __________________ 2010 Camaro LS M6, Black with CGM Stripes MRTv2 :: Injen CAI Factory Spoiler Added Coming soon (end of summer, hopefully): JBA Shorties :: Hurst or MTI Shifter (undecided) New 20" Wheels (undecided) :: Fogs :: GFX :: CF Heat Extractor hood :: Painted-On CGM Stripes :: G-2 Painted Calipers :: Painted Bowties

01-31-2011, 05:24 AM	#5
Mcnamee Drives: 2010 Camaro Synergy & '87 Monte SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oshawa Ontario Canada Posts: 108	Ive got 8000 km on my car and no problems, except for my steering wheel controls didn't work because the coil went lol but problems like that can happen with any car, was just a bad part. I am a apprentice tech at a gm dealer and we have had 0 Camaro's come in with major problems like chains, transmissions, bearings etc, and we have one of the top dealers in the area, so I figure we would have seen one by now, I'd go with the manual personally, Ive driven both and the v6 is much more responsive to the stick, Ive had the manual have an issue once shifting at high rpms, but I haven't had it happen since. Just test drive both, also if you are planning to modify at all, the manual shares the same rear end as the ss manual so you have a lot more gear options over the auto. I love the car though, I wish I could have afforded the v8 but this v6 is no dog, still very fun car to drive! __________________ Synergy Green Camaro: Global MANUAL total:465 and NON US manual total :62, and I have 1 of 62 non us

01-31-2011, 09:23 AM	#8
2010CamaroRS Driver of the Blue Demon Drives: '15 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Westfield, MA Posts: 2,550 View My Garage	no camaros in the shop here either...one v8 came in..the customer complained of the car shaking a bit at idle....anyone know a 6.2L v8 that doesnt shake at idle? its a beast waiting to be unleashed...idiot....other than stupid people...not one problem camaro...just routine maintenence...which it seems most are choosing to do themselves or at other shops (me included) __________________ New England Camaro 5 The Few, The Proud, The Hyper Blue Metallics DT shorties.BBK Intake.FlowMaster AT.Eibach 1'' drop.Hurst Short Throw (44% reduction).Unrestricted Motorsports Gen 1 Style Rear Spoiler.Custom Aqua Blue Metallic Interior Panels.RS Embroidered Head Rests.Interior LED by Oracle.Illuminated Bowtie by Oracle.Footwell LED by Oracle.Grille LED by Oracle.Functional Headliner Console Toggle Switches for LED Lighting.Aqua Blue Engine Cover.RotoFab Radiator Cover.Aqua Blue Fuse Box Cover from RPI Designs.Much More

01-31-2011, 09:25 AM	#9
2010CamaroRS Driver of the Blue Demon Drives: '15 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Westfield, MA Posts: 2,550 View My Garage	BTW..the only way id get rid of my camaro is if i could trade even keel for a Lambo or Ferrari...so since that isnt happening...my car isnt going anywhere! __________________ New England Camaro 5 The Few, The Proud, The Hyper Blue Metallics DT shorties.BBK Intake.FlowMaster AT.Eibach 1'' drop.Hurst Short Throw (44% reduction).Unrestricted Motorsports Gen 1 Style Rear Spoiler.Custom Aqua Blue Metallic Interior Panels.RS Embroidered Head Rests.Interior LED by Oracle.Illuminated Bowtie by Oracle.Footwell LED by Oracle.Grille LED by Oracle.Functional Headliner Console Toggle Switches for LED Lighting.Aqua Blue Engine Cover.RotoFab Radiator Cover.Aqua Blue Fuse Box Cover from RPI Designs.Much More

01-31-2011, 04:39 AM	#2
chevy 3 NEcamaro5 Drives: Black 2ss rs 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: mass Posts: 4,328 View My Garage	Iv had m

01-31-2011, 04:42 AM	#3
chevy 3 NEcamaro5 Drives: Black 2ss rs 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: mass Posts: 4,328 View My Garage	I've had mine for awile. Mine runs great no prob so far and I also have the 6speed. All I've got to say is this is a very fun car to drive. I haven't heard alot of prob with the motor.

01-31-2011, 08:36 AM	#6
yellowlightning2009 Drives: 2010 Camaro LS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newfoundland Canada Posts: 114	I got 17,000km on mine and not a hitch with it yet loves the car, wanted the ss too but wanted more than a new car so bought a new yamaha grizzly 550 fi the same month as the camaro ahaha

01-31-2011, 10:21 AM	#10
Nutbutt Drives: 2011 RJT 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 3,381 View My Garage	The LLT is a proven engine used by Cadillac in it's CTS and others. If you do a google you will find that the engine has a great weight to torque ratio and there really are very few problems. I have a V6 coupe and have ordered a V6 vert also. The performance is really on par with my 69 V8 SS vert when stock. I love the V8 but the V6 gives me everything I want in this car ! __________________ 1st IPF Supercharged 2011 2LT/RS RJT Convertible

01-31-2011, 10:52 AM	#11
IamJacksCamaro Drives: Camaro LS M6, Fiero, Ford F100 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 638	I've had mine since June of last year, now have a bit over 8600 trouble-free miles. The V6 has more than enough power for me, and the M6 transmission is great too.

01-31-2011, 11:02 AM	#12
CamaroDreams07 Drives: Slow V6 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Lansing, MI Posts: 9,361 View My Garage	The V8s have had far more trouble than the V6s. Of course, that could be because there simply are more V8s than V6s currently...mine hasn't had any mechanical issues at all. __________________ [B]

01-31-2011, 11:06 AM	#13
AlohaBR Drives: Camaros...is there anything else? Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Great Lake State Posts: 1,048 View My Garage	Just shy of 15,000 miles, daily driver. Had since August and had no issues except for wanting to take the long way home at night! 6 spd manual..

01-31-2011, 11:30 AM	#14
CatiaJockey Drives: 2010 2LT RS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ocean Springs, Ms Posts: 2,799 View My Garage	21K trouble free miles. Methinks someone tried to scare you into a V8. These are great engines. __________________

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