50th Anniversary Purchase? Auto or Manual? Good Deal??

TonyStark6 · 02-04-2017, 09:47 PM

Looked at a 50th today had a MSRP of $48,790

Sunroof
50th Edition
NPP
Magnetic Ride Control
Wheel locks
Chevy mylink audio

Ended up paying about $40,790 for the car although I did leave it at the dealer and picking it up early next week.

They are also throwing in Black Bow ties!

A few questions though...

Should I get a Manual or Automatic?
Did I miss any features with that package that is highly desired?

mariojmoe · 02-04-2017, 09:55 PM

Ss I'm assuming correct? Auto vs manual is going to open up a shit storm more than likely lol. It is 100% personal preference bro. If you are a track guru and live in a super congested city and drive during peak rush hour get an auto. If you prefer roll racing, and more of a fun car and don't track it get the manual.

Mine is a 50th anniv fully loaded manual and I live in Houston. I wouldn't even consider an auto but that is my personal opinion.

Megahurtz · 02-04-2017, 09:58 PM

How did you get $8000 off sticker for a 50th 2SS? I almost don't believe it.

Homer2 · 02-04-2017, 10:10 PM

Helluva deal it seems.

MaroMayhem · 02-04-2017, 10:13 PM

If that is a new, never titled 2017 2SS with less than 10 miles on it, run and throw your money at them. If you don't I will.

TonyStark6 · 02-04-2017, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mariojmoe

Ss I'm assuming correct? Auto vs manual is going to open up a shit storm more than likely lol. It is 100% personal preference bro. If you are a track guru and live in a super congested city and drive during peak rush hour get an auto. If you prefer roll racing, and more of a fun car and don't track it get the manual.

Mine is a 50th anniv fully loaded manual and I live in Houston. I wouldn't even consider an auto but that is my personal opinion.

Yep it is 2SS! Just wanted to know different POVs on the Manual vs Auto. I know auto gets better MPG right? I preferred auto due to the remote start feature mainly. But the Manual is FUN but I'm sure it will wear off down the road. I will never be tracking or anything just a DD that's all. Aside from the fun factor I selected a Manual because it's 1500 less or so. But as I was informed by the dealer resale value is higher on autos.

toro1966 · 02-04-2017, 10:30 PM

Sounds like the right MSRP for a 2SS manual. Auto would be a little more. Auto vs manual is totally personal preference. I went with auto. I like to enjoy my drive and be able to have a soda at the same time! As far as the deal, I would say it's a great one and probably one of the best we've seen on these so far. You got about 20% off if your numbers are correct. I, for example, got just about 10% off.

TonyStark6 · 02-04-2017, 10:30 PM

The rev match was pretty neat in the Manual also.

GunnSS50 · 02-05-2017, 12:17 AM

Thats a good deal. Mine is no where near that. But i also bought the convertible with auto

TonyStark6 · 02-05-2017, 12:33 AM

I'm thinking I'm gonna switch it to auto. Will cost me an extra $1260

Dysan911 · 02-05-2017, 05:11 AM

If I had gotten the AUTO.. I would have regretted it and wished that I had gotten the manual but here is the BRUTAL Truth..

I did get the manual and there are times I wished I'd gotten the Auto. Here's a few key things on the pros and con's . I guess each has some.

M6 Pros:

Nothing comes close to sounding SOO Good as the m6 rolling through the gears
A more connected interaction with the car
Blipping the throttle between gears on occasion.
Rev Match feature

M6 Cons
I have stalled out a few times at a redlight. (So embarrassing).
I have gotten caught in some heavy stop and go traffic
The clutch Chatter at low speeds (Parking space hunting). Getting much better at letting off the gas before the clutch to minimize this sound.
Notchy gears on the cold mornings
Missing a shift
Auto shifts faster :(

I don't own the A8 so can't speak on the Pro's and Con's but I'd imagine someone that does could name a few but they're probably the opposite of the M6 Con's.

One thing I will say about the A8 and I equate it to the auto's I've had before. Much lower level of interaction with the car. Just plop down in the seat, Put it in gear and push the gas/brake. That's it. Perhaps the paddles can be fun though. This can appeal as a benefit to a lot of people and others say there's much less feeling of being one with the car that you get from the manual.

Yeah it's all personal preference.

goosem36 · 02-05-2017, 07:17 AM

I have never had a dealer quote me a *real* price without listing the VIN. Don't be surprised if they are low balling you to get you juiced before hitting you with a higher price. If you do get the deal, can I fly you out to broker a deal for me?

Zodiac · 02-05-2017, 08:07 AM

Much better deal than the 16 you posted about earlier! I say go for it.

TonyStark6 · 02-05-2017, 08:09 AM

I drove the m6 and they put it all on paper had me talk to the finance girl. I left so I could get my own financing. It ends up saving me another $10 per month or so. Slept on it all night and will definitely swap it for an auto. So I will pay $1260 more even though I wanted to keep it low as possible.

02-04-2017, 09:47 PM	#1
TonyStark6 Drives: 2017 GMC Sierra Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 104	50th Anniversary Purchase? Auto or Manual? Good Deal?? Looked at a 50th today had a MSRP of $48,790 Sunroof 50th Edition NPP Magnetic Ride Control Wheel locks Chevy mylink audio Ended up paying about $40,790 for the car although I did leave it at the dealer and picking it up early next week. They are also throwing in Black Bow ties! A few questions though... Should I get a Manual or Automatic? Did I miss any features with that package that is highly desired?

02-04-2017, 10:10 PM	#4
Homer2 Drives: 50th Anni.. coming home 11/01 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Toronto. Ontario Posts: 1,640	Helluva deal it seems. __________________ ##################### Built Sept 16/2016 - #2681 of 5955. She came home with me 11/01/16. 50th Anni, 2SS, A8, NPP, NGM Rock Guards, Footwell Lighting, Black Bow Ties, Street Warrior Rotors and Pads, Ceramic Pro, 3M PPF, Oracle Ghosted Side Markers, Kooks 2" headers w/hi flow cats. GPI Stage 1 Cam installed at 305,000 kms.

02-05-2017, 05:11 AM	#11
Dysan911 Drives: 2017 50th Anniversary 2SS Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 930	If I had gotten the AUTO.. I would have regretted it and wished that I had gotten the manual but here is the BRUTAL Truth.. I did get the manual and there are times I wished I'd gotten the Auto. Here's a few key things on the pros and con's . I guess each has some. M6 Pros: Nothing comes close to sounding SOO Good as the m6 rolling through the gears A more connected interaction with the car Blipping the throttle between gears on occasion. Rev Match feature M6 Cons I have stalled out a few times at a redlight. (So embarrassing). I have gotten caught in some heavy stop and go traffic The clutch Chatter at low speeds (Parking space hunting). Getting much better at letting off the gas before the clutch to minimize this sound. Notchy gears on the cold mornings Missing a shift Auto shifts faster :( I don't own the A8 so can't speak on the Pro's and Con's but I'd imagine someone that does could name a few but they're probably the opposite of the M6 Con's. One thing I will say about the A8 and I equate it to the auto's I've had before. Much lower level of interaction with the car. Just plop down in the seat, Put it in gear and push the gas/brake. That's it. Perhaps the paddles can be fun though. This can appeal as a benefit to a lot of people and others say there's much less feeling of being one with the car that you get from the manual. Yeah it's all personal preference. __________________ Former Ride: 17 Camaro 2SS, M6 - Fifty \| Procharger P1SC \| 3.7 Pulley \| Stage 2 IC \| Race Bypass \| DSX FF Kit \| JRE Custom E85 Flex Fuel Tune \| LT4 Fuel System \| JMS Voltage Booster \| MSD Plug Wires \| American Racing 1-7/8's LT Headers Full System Catback \| Baro Breakout Harness \| LT4 Map Sensor \| Katech Ported TB \| MMS Oil Catch Can \| 160 Thermo \| Solo Performance J-Pipes

02-04-2017, 09:55 PM	#2
mariojmoe Account Suspended Drives: C7 Z06 manual, 18 Zl1 manual, etc Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Spring Texas Posts: 1,488	Ss I'm assuming correct? Auto vs manual is going to open up a shit storm more than likely lol. It is 100% personal preference bro. If you are a track guru and live in a super congested city and drive during peak rush hour get an auto. If you prefer roll racing, and more of a fun car and don't track it get the manual. Mine is a 50th anniv fully loaded manual and I live in Houston. I wouldn't even consider an auto but that is my personal opinion.

02-04-2017, 09:58 PM	#3
Megahurtz Snackbar Tuning Drives: 2023 SGM ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 1,519	How did you get $8000 off sticker for a 50th 2SS? I almost don't believe it.

02-04-2017, 10:13 PM	#5
MaroMayhem Drives: 2017 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 14	If that is a new, never titled 2017 2SS with less than 10 miles on it, run and throw your money at them. If you don't I will.

02-04-2017, 10:30 PM	#7
toro1966 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Convertible 50th Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 340	Sounds like the right MSRP for a 2SS manual. Auto would be a little more. Auto vs manual is totally personal preference. I went with auto. I like to enjoy my drive and be able to have a soda at the same time! As far as the deal, I would say it's a great one and probably one of the best we've seen on these so far. You got about 20% off if your numbers are correct. I, for example, got just about 10% off.

02-05-2017, 12:17 AM	#9
GunnSS50 Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Fifty Edition Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: SoCal Posts: 85	Thats a good deal. Mine is no where near that. But i also bought the convertible with auto

02-05-2017, 12:33 AM	#10
TonyStark6 Drives: 2017 GMC Sierra Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 104	I'm thinking I'm gonna switch it to auto. Will cost me an extra $1260

02-05-2017, 07:17 AM	#12
goosem36 Drives: prospective buyer Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 20	I have never had a dealer quote me a real price without listing the VIN. Don't be surprised if they are low balling you to get you juiced before hitting you with a higher price. If you do get the deal, can I fly you out to broker a deal for me?

02-05-2017, 08:07 AM	#13
Zodiac Sarcasm Personified Drives: 2017 Charger R/T Scat Pack Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NC Posts: 459	Much better deal than the 16 you posted about earlier! I say go for it.

02-05-2017, 08:09 AM	#14
TonyStark6 Drives: 2017 GMC Sierra Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 104	I drove the m6 and they put it all on paper had me talk to the finance girl. I left so I could get my own financing. It ends up saving me another $10 per month or so. Slept on it all night and will definitely swap it for an auto. So I will pay $1260 more even though I wanted to keep it low as possible.

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