Is the upgrade to the V8 definitely worth it? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

CyberGreyConvertible · 01-08-2015, 05:59 PM

So, you guys have probably seen my latest threads in regards to trading in my 2011 2LT/RS convertible for V8. I'm just about to pull the trigger on a 2011 2SS/RS Convertible (with a few thousand less miles, too!). I've just been thinking, do you guys think the upgrade to the V8 is definitely worth it? I just don't want to end up having buyer's remorse at the end of the day. I appreciate all input, thank you!

Knockoutpie · 01-08-2015, 06:00 PM

At first I upgraded from the V6 to the V8 and I was like crap what did I do, I didn't need to do that, give it a week and it's like Damn i'm so glad I did that..

p3jason · 01-08-2015, 06:00 PM

Test drive the 8. You will answer your own question.

CyberGreyConvertible · 01-08-2015, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Knockoutpie

At first I upgraded from the V6 to the V8 and I was like crap what did I do, I didn't need to do that, give it a week and it's like Damn i'm so glad I did that..

That's what I'm expecting. I'm only going to have to put about $5K on top of my trade in to pick up the SS. So, at the end of the day, I'm not giving up a ton of money. I haven't driven the V8 before, so I'm really excited to see what kind of power I've been missing out on.

KaBoom1701 · 01-08-2015, 06:09 PM

Yes...

Knockoutpie · 01-08-2015, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberGreyConvertible

That's what I'm expecting. I'm only going to have to put about $5K on top of my trade in to pick up the SS. So, at the end of the day, I'm not giving up a ton of money. I haven't driven the V8 before, so I'm really excited to see what kind of power I've been missing out on.

I walked into the dealership like I didn't want to talk to anyone, pissed off, and wanted exactly what I wanted, I asked for a test drive, the dealer gave me the run down "lots of power, ac, spoiler, etc. When he sat down I put Traction and Stabili off and shifted it to Sport mode. That's when I told him I already owned a Camaro haha.

CamaroJim56 · 01-08-2015, 06:32 PM

All depends on your wants and needs. And how much money you have.

Lots more power if you need or want it.

At least it is broken in and will be quick as soon as you get it. (many require about 5k miles to really feel special)

Good luck in your decision.

Jim

Notorious Bob · 01-08-2015, 06:49 PM

IMHO it all boils down to IF you're going to use that extra 100HP, especially in a comparison between a 2LT and an SS where top speed is the same. Sure in the SS you'll get off the line a little bit quicker, but turning the nannies off might see you in a ditch that little bit quicker as well

Having driven both, I wouldn't miss the extra horses.. others have a different opinion

pyroguy · 01-08-2015, 07:36 PM

Just remember this simple phrase and all of your problems will be solved..."There's no replacement for displacement."

Carls2SS · 01-08-2015, 07:40 PM

pickwithaustin · 01-08-2015, 07:45 PM

With no offense to those who have a V6, I cannot imagine having a car of this type without the V8. Honestly. Now that could be the old school hot rodder in me, IDK. If it were my daily driver and I had a long commute, I might have fallen to a 6, but then it would not have been a Camaro. My daily driver is a 6 cylinder Blazer, in fact. Since I work from home though, even "daily driver" only means running errands, bank, post office. At any rate, if you're a gear head you will discover that the 8's the way to go.

Red2014SS · 01-08-2015, 08:07 PM

The V6 is a great car. It's a lot of fun. The V8 is unreal. It's more than fun. It's outrageous and once you've been there, you never want to go back.

PalmerGA · 01-08-2015, 08:09 PM

I bought a slightly used '12 LT and had it for eight months before I traded up. I was very happy (and impressed) with the LT but missed the power of a V8. No 6-banger could ever feel (or sound) as good as my SS.

My biggest complaint with the V6 was that it was black - impossible to keep clean without dealing with it every day. I actually looked into getting it painted but found I could upgrade to a new SS for the cost of a top-notch paint job - so I did it. No regrets!

Marc ss · 01-08-2015, 08:10 PM

My wife has a V6 and I have the 8. The V8 is way more fun to drive!!!

01-08-2015, 05:59 PM	#1
CyberGreyConvertible Dunder Mifflin Inc. Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 468	Is the upgrade to the V8 definitely worth it? So, you guys have probably seen my latest threads in regards to trading in my 2011 2LT/RS convertible for V8. I'm just about to pull the trigger on a 2011 2SS/RS Convertible (with a few thousand less miles, too!). I've just been thinking, do you guys think the upgrade to the V8 is definitely worth it? I just don't want to end up having buyer's remorse at the end of the day. I appreciate all input, thank you!

01-08-2015, 06:00 PM	#2
Knockoutpie Drives: 2014 2SS RS Coupe Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,454	At first I upgraded from the V6 to the V8 and I was like crap what did I do, I didn't need to do that, give it a week and it's like Damn i'm so glad I did that.. __________________

01-08-2015, 06:00 PM	#3
p3jason Allergic to stupid. Drives: 2015 ZL1 #957 M6 AGM & 1990 Z24 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 368 View My Garage	Test drive the 8. You will answer your own question. __________________

01-08-2015, 06:09 PM	#5
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	Yes... __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

01-08-2015, 06:32 PM	#7
CamaroJim56 Obsessed Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Riverview, FL Posts: 2,603	All depends on your wants and needs. And how much money you have. Lots more power if you need or want it. At least it is broken in and will be quick as soon as you get it. (many require about 5k miles to really feel special) Good luck in your decision. Jim __________________ 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS

01-08-2015, 06:49 PM	#8
Notorious Bob Drives: 2013 2LT RS Black Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oregon Posts: 96	IMHO it all boils down to IF you're going to use that extra 100HP, especially in a comparison between a 2LT and an SS where top speed is the same. Sure in the SS you'll get off the line a little bit quicker, but turning the nannies off might see you in a ditch that little bit quicker as well Having driven both, I wouldn't miss the extra horses.. others have a different opinion __________________

01-08-2015, 07:36 PM	#9
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #831 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 6,918 View My Garage	Just remember this simple phrase and all of your problems will be solved..."There's no replacement for displacement." __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #831 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

01-08-2015, 07:40 PM	#10
Carls2SS Drives: 2012 45th Anniversary 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 143	__________________ 2012-45th Anniversary Edition 2SS/RS/M6 CAI, Elite Catch Can,SW RetroCatback 1969 Z/28 Sold

01-08-2015, 07:45 PM	#11
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	With no offense to those who have a V6, I cannot imagine having a car of this type without the V8. Honestly. Now that could be the old school hot rodder in me, IDK. If it were my daily driver and I had a long commute, I might have fallen to a 6, but then it would not have been a Camaro. My daily driver is a 6 cylinder Blazer, in fact. Since I work from home though, even "daily driver" only means running errands, bank, post office. At any rate, if you're a gear head you will discover that the 8's the way to go. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

01-08-2015, 08:07 PM	#12
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,421	The V6 is a great car. It's a lot of fun. The V8 is unreal. It's more than fun. It's outrageous and once you've been there, you never want to go back. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

01-08-2015, 08:09 PM	#13
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	I bought a slightly used '12 LT and had it for eight months before I traded up. I was very happy (and impressed) with the LT but missed the power of a V8. No 6-banger could ever feel (or sound) as good as my SS. My biggest complaint with the V6 was that it was black - impossible to keep clean without dealing with it every day. I actually looked into getting it painted but found I could upgrade to a new SS for the cost of a top-notch paint job - so I did it. No regrets! __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

01-08-2015, 08:10 PM	#14
Marc ss Drives: Synergy green SS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: NE Indiana Posts: 79	My wife has a V6 and I have the 8. The V8 is way more fun to drive!!!