[ssmike]

I wonder if AFM will be disabled in sport or track mode. Anyone know?

[attymf]

I've had five Camaros. 4 stick and 1 auto. Currently driving a manual. My 2010 SS has 70k on it. Out of the wrapper it got an intake, exhaust, tune and tires. I've made dozens of passes on a strip (and hundreds of runs elsewhere sshhhsshh)

First, kudos to GM cause I've beaten my car like a red headed step child and nothing has ever gone wrong or broke.

Second, I'm fairly consistent with the manual. A lot of my auto friends actually have commented how consistant my runs are. With that said....

I'm getting an auto!!!! Lol.

I truly believe that the new Camaro A8 will smoke a manual. The current A6 with 26 less hp and 10 less tq runs basically the same times. Add a tune to the A6 and the M6 and the A6 is quicker.

Now level the field and give both the same power and the A6 is that much faster.

Now add two more gears and make it an A8. C'mon man. The auto is gonna be a lot quicker. Look at the vettes. The auto 8 is faster.

I'll pass you manual drivers while sipping a latte ��

[69RSSS]

I'm confident the auto can beat the manual down the line but I'm going with the 6-speed because I just like the feel of going through the gears myself. It enhances my driving experience if you will...

Can someone please explain the downside to AFM and why everyone is excited that it will not be offered in the 6-speed? I see cylinder deactivation and increased gas mileage as a good thing. What am I missing?

[mt3130]

Originally Posted by LT1since93

I wanted a DCT option, because a torque converter is unacceptable for sports car in 2015. But, for around $30k, I'm happy to take the stick.
I haven't been this excited about buying a new car since the C6 debut, and I can't wait to get my 6th Gen 1SS.

Good luck getting any SS for $30k.

[ilirg]

Originally Posted by 69RSSS

I'm confident the auto can beat the manual down the line but I'm going with the 6-speed because I just like the feel of going through the gears myself. It enhances my driving experience if you will...

Can someone please explain the downside to AFM and why everyone is excited that it will not be offered in the 6-speed? I see cylinder deactivation and increased gas mileage as a good thing. What am I missing?

I think their is a stigma that goes with AFM from the l99, You couldn't change your exhaust with out it sounding like crap once AFM kicked in, and that you could feel it when the engine went it to 4cyl mode. Owning a l99 and after tuning out AFM I was very pleased I did. But, the AFM in the lt1 from what I've heard from the a8 vette guys is not noticeable at all and much more advanced then that in the l99.

[LStick]

6 speed for sure

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by wakespeak

Wow that is huge for me. I wonder if they disabled it at the computer or removed all the valve train components as well.

I really hope they removed the AFM valve train for the manual cars.

[somewhatdamaged]

undecided.......love my M6 Gen 5 but I'll probably test drive both manual and A8 as i've read some good things about it, but would be curious to drive one with it. Also, if it does turn out to be faster than the manual, that would be a big factor. No AFM in the manual is a big plus though as well.

[mt3130]

Originally Posted by LT1since93

Since 2014 Camaro SS are already selling new for AROUND $30k, I won't need any luck. Thank you.
I'll amend to say $34k just to avoid any debate.

That's because the 2014s are two years old at this point, but point taken. I should have said good luck getting any 6th gen SS for $30k.

I will take the 8 speed, because 1) its faster, and 2) I have no interest in driving a manual in rush hour traffic.

[ilirg]

I haven't heard any complaints about the a8 from vette guys. My buddy has an a8 stingray and loves it. They are both awesome transmissions.

[CmeltoN91]

Originally Posted by LT1since93

I wanted a DCT option, because a torque converter is unacceptable for sports car in 2015. But, for around $34k, I'm happy to take the stick.
I haven't been this excited about buying a new car since the C6 debut, and I can't wait to get my 6th Gen 1SS.

It seems EvoShift has made a comeback! I'm waiting for the AWD comments to show back up...

[ccflgearhead]

Auto for me. Bad knees and city driving a clutch is too much for me.

[jai302]

Originally Posted by tritus

All the new lambos, ferraris and porsches are not sports cars right?

I'm getting a McLaren or a Ferrari later this year for my 23rd birthday. Clearly they're sports cars but I feel the need to have a manual because of the driving pleasure and satisfaction it gives me. So I'm going to replace my Audi with a manual 6th gen V8 Camaro as my secondary daily driver. (On my second mustang now - a 1965 V8, and my first car was a new 2011 Mustang GT, so I thought I'd give the Camaro a try this time around for a change)

[ilirg]

Originally Posted by LT1since93

Well, you better go drive both the transmissions and make your own educated decision rather on relying on the opinion of others.
I intended to order my Corvette with the 8L90 until I drove it myself back to back with the 7spd manual and experienced how terrible the 8L90 is.
If you are willing and able to use a clutch pedal, buy the stick. If not, you will be disappointed with the 8L90.

I'm sure I'll like it just fine, the a6 in the 5th gen suits me just fine, I'm sure I will be happy by the a8. I mean its no dct, but hey...