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builder11150 · 09-14-2011, 02:31 PM

He'd be mighty disappointed if he drove the auto and found out it was slower.

You know what, nevermind. If he really said what you said he said, he probably can't shift the manual properly, so the auto will feel faster.

CROOPS34 · 09-14-2011, 02:54 PM

wise · 09-14-2011, 03:15 PM

I think it all comes down to preference with how far modern automatic technology has come. It won't be long before there's no debate and the automatic is the superior option. Even at that, I still prefer the mechanical feel of pushing a clutch and rowing through the gears.

Needs Exhaust! · 09-14-2011, 03:22 PM

For me, driving an automatic is just more practical since it's my city (Boston) DD. My ZL1 (or maybe GTR?) will be automatic. Let someone try to dub me inferior with either of those cars

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And if you want high-revs, most high-revving vehicles have dual-clutch transmissions anyway...

Wizard1183 · 09-14-2011, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deke736

Does that mean my 2SS isn't a muscle car since it's an auto?! I wanted a stick but my wife wanted the auto, so I compromised. It was either the auto or no Camaro, but i had no idea I was sacrificing not have a real muscle car anymore!!!

Sorry man, tough order to swallow I know, but your car just isnt a muscle car unless you have a manual transmission. You could get a ZL-1 and its considered a pinto if you got the auto.

Berean · 09-14-2011, 03:26 PM

Sterling · 09-14-2011, 03:27 PM

Wow... I'd choose the manual any day(I did). The auto would be faster is he wasn't good with the clutch yet, but the manual will always feel faster.

slick rick · 09-14-2011, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ravensjeff

Both manual and auto are six speed transmissions.

justa25thTA · 09-14-2011, 03:39 PM

the manual will limit who can "borrow" the car, that's a good thing

mikeSS · 09-14-2011, 03:43 PM

i am trying to figure out how somebody cant afford a auto. but can afford a manual. i realize its like 800-1k more for auto. but really still if you cant afford 800 dollars something is wrong if you ask me.

builder11150 · 09-14-2011, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikeSS

i am trying to figure out how somebody cant afford a auto. but can afford a manual. i realize its like 800-1k more for auto. but really still if you cant afford 800 dollars something is wrong if you ask me.

I agree. A new car isn't for you if you can't afford 800 more on a 23K car.

Darth_Emma · 09-14-2011, 03:49 PM

oh gawd. Here we go again.

IBTL.

cplhester · 09-14-2011, 04:00 PM

I have an auto SS. I pulled up to a local sandwich shop and saw a v6 camaro. I commented that I liked his synergy paint and he replied. Is that the SS? I said yes it is. His reply after he looked in my window. Oh you forgot to get the stick shifter. I then said well atleast I didn't forget my other 2 pistons like yourself. His face turned red and he walked away. Now I must remind you I complimented his car and then he tried to get smart with me... Who the heck knows with people anymore lol

evan · 09-14-2011, 04:06 PM

I specifically requested the LS3/M6...Then again, I like to drive...

09-14-2011, 03:15 PM	#17
wise Drives: 1SS/1LE Join Date: May 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 388	I think it all comes down to preference with how far modern automatic technology has come. It won't be long before there's no debate and the automatic is the superior option. Even at that, I still prefer the mechanical feel of pushing a clutch and rowing through the gears. __________________

09-14-2011, 03:27 PM	#21
Sterling Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fairhaven, MA Posts: 5,885 View My Garage	Wow... I'd choose the manual any day(I did). The auto would be faster is he wasn't good with the clutch yet, but the manual will always feel faster. __________________ Trifecta tune, Vararam Intake, VMAX throttle body and manifold insulator, RxPerformance Catch Can, , MRT v1.0 and Louvers, Barton shifter, BMR strut tower brace, RED dome light and Plasma LED DRL's, fieldgoal00's Halo 1 harness, hood spears/side stripes, rain guards, custom bowtie, Team LLT badges, headlight and foglight covers, taillight and side marker covers, backup light covers, WeatherTech floormats

09-14-2011, 03:39 PM	#23
justa25thTA Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 1,630	the manual will limit who can "borrow" the car, that's a good thing __________________ Yeah, I'll get around to it...

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builder11150 Drives: 1987 Trans Am Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 259 View My Garage	He'd be mighty disappointed if he drove the auto and found out it was slower. You know what, nevermind. If he really said what you said he said, he probably can't shift the manual properly, so the auto will feel faster.

09-14-2011, 02:54 PM	#16
CROOPS34 Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Metalic 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Markham, Ontario Posts: 198 View My Garage

09-14-2011, 03:22 PM	#18
Needs Exhaust! Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, 2008 XLR-V Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: In my car!! Posts: 227	For me, driving an automatic is just more practical since it's my city (Boston) DD. My ZL1 (or maybe GTR?) will be automatic. Let someone try to dub me inferior with either of those cars . And if you want high-revs, most high-revving vehicles have dual-clutch transmissions anyway...

09-14-2011, 03:26 PM	#20
Berean Drives: Truck Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Home Posts: 2,439

09-14-2011, 03:43 PM	#24
mikeSS Drives: 2015 c7 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MI Posts: 7,462	i am trying to figure out how somebody cant afford a auto. but can afford a manual. i realize its like 800-1k more for auto. but really still if you cant afford 800 dollars something is wrong if you ask me.

09-14-2011, 03:49 PM	#26
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 12,996 View My Garage	oh gawd. Here we go again. IBTL.

09-14-2011, 04:00 PM	#27
cplhester Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Manual Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Muskogee Oklahoma Posts: 502 View My Garage	I have an auto SS. I pulled up to a local sandwich shop and saw a v6 camaro. I commented that I liked his synergy paint and he replied. Is that the SS? I said yes it is. His reply after he looked in my window. Oh you forgot to get the stick shifter. I then said well atleast I didn't forget my other 2 pistons like yourself. His face turned red and he walked away. Now I must remind you I complimented his car and then he tried to get smart with me... Who the heck knows with people anymore lol

09-14-2011, 04:06 PM	#28
evan ready... Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 765 View My Garage	I specifically requested the LS3/M6...Then again, I like to drive...