01-20-2024, 12:55 PM | #15 |
Drives: Chevy Camaro 2021 ,rs, v6, manual Join Date: Feb 2022
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I had a 02 v6 manual. It was less than 2 years old and 20 k miles when I got it for $13k.The 3800 was the best thing about the car imo. I had good grunt and would top out at 125 mph . I traded it less in than a year . Third gear syncros failed. GM called me after trading ,said they would replace the transmission.The gen 6 is much better, especially build quality.
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01-20-2024, 12:55 PM | #16 | |
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735 rwhp | 665 rwtq Magnuson TVS 2300 80mm pulley | Kooks 1 7/8" LT headers | JRE smooth idle terminator cam | LT4 FS & injectors | TSP forged pistons & rods JMS PowerMAX | DSX flex fuel kit | Roto-Fab CAI | Soler 95mm LT5 TB | 1LE wheels | 1LE brakes | BMR rear cradle lockout | JRE custom tune 1100 - 1/30/18 | 2000 - 1/31/18 3000 - 2/06/18 TPW 2/26/18 3400 - 2/19/18 | 3800 - 2/26/18 4300 - 2/27/18 | 4B00 - 3/01/18 4200 - 3/05/18 | 4800 - 3/14/18 5000 - 3/16/18 | 6000 - 3/19/18 |
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01-20-2024, 02:04 PM | #17 |
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camaro advice
camaro V6 auto 10 speed thats what you get...that works...with gas, insurance, its durable, dependable, and driveable......thats what you get dont listen to anyone else
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01-20-2024, 02:34 PM | #18 |
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2018 Camaro 2SS — G7E MX0 NPP F55 IO6
735 rwhp | 665 rwtq Magnuson TVS 2300 80mm pulley | Kooks 1 7/8" LT headers | JRE smooth idle terminator cam | LT4 FS & injectors | TSP forged pistons & rods JMS PowerMAX | DSX flex fuel kit | Roto-Fab CAI | Soler 95mm LT5 TB | 1LE wheels | 1LE brakes | BMR rear cradle lockout | JRE custom tune 1100 - 1/30/18 | 2000 - 1/31/18 3000 - 2/06/18 TPW 2/26/18 3400 - 2/19/18 | 3800 - 2/26/18 4300 - 2/27/18 | 4B00 - 3/01/18 4200 - 3/05/18 | 4800 - 3/14/18 5000 - 3/16/18 | 6000 - 3/19/18 |
01-20-2024, 08:49 PM | #19 |
Drives: 1939 Ford standard Tudor Join Date: Jan 2024
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Think I might go V6 then, it's cheaper so I can get maxed out interior easy, and lower miles, plus a few people here and you said it's reliable and easy to maintain. I'll prob do the automatic and get one that had the shudder fixed early on. I wanna go V8 but I'll prob wait until I work full time after college
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01-21-2024, 06:29 AM | #20 |
Drives: 2022 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2022
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For under $20k you can get a C6 Corvette.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/7...-921a5e5c0597/ V8 and usually cheaper insurance. Very reliable powertrain. Just my 2 cents.
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01-22-2024, 10:28 AM | #21 |
Get a 2SS w/ A10, matching paint and calipers, sunroof, NPP exhaust, front splitter,magnaride,1LE rear spoiler,navigation,NO 1LE option ! Recaro's suck IMO.
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01-23-2024, 11:10 AM | #22 |
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V6 fan here, ever since my first "8 hour test drive" in a sixth gen rental car. A short way into my trip I pulled over just to pop the hood because I had to see what was in there, and I was amazed to find a naturally aspirated V6!
I have over 60K LT miles combined between two V6 sixth gens, primarily as daily drivers. Like you, I also have a vintage V8 Ford in my stable. I also have some limited experience with the sixth gen V8 as a basis for comparison, having rented a 2019 SS for a two-day road trip. The V8 in the sixth gen is certainly exhilarating, but the V6 gets the job done and offers more than enough spirited performance for a daily driver. The only thing I feel like I am missing is the V8 exhaust note - but if you want a louder exhaust from the V6, the factory NPP cranks the volume knob up (and offers some adjustability). The lighter V6 also has a noticeably more nimble feel, which I realized after my SS drive. I like the upgrades of the RS package (although the general recommendation is to ditch the factory runflats). My first sixth gen had the A8 but my 2SS rental experience convinced me that I had to upgrade from my 1LT to a 3LT with the A10. The extra features, particularly the wide-angle rear view mirror, are must-haves for daily driver convenience. It is heresy to say around here, but I do not miss the performance of the SS - it was fun for a weekend, but overkill for my daily driver needs. The V6 holds its own against factory V8's of yesteryear. 335hp on regular gas suits me just fine! Now if someone wanted to give me a ZL1 (and garage space), as a weekend fun car, I wouldn't say no. But I'd still keep the 3LT as my daily. The sixth gen, in any trim, is an amazing car - it convinced this life-long Ford fan to buy my first GM vehicle! |
01-23-2024, 05:04 PM | #23 |
Drives: 2021 3LT RS A10 Join Date: Nov 2021
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Perfectly said, Maverick
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01-23-2024, 05:11 PM | #24 | |
Drives: 2020 Chevy Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2023
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01-23-2024, 05:31 PM | #25 | |
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With that said, if that isn't an issue or something you have already factored in, then my advice would be to actually consider looking at a manual trans Camaro with your choice of V6/V8. Going with the manual transmission car eliminates AFM as problem and it's a great thought that you think about this. The V6 has plenty of power for a daily commuter/spirited driving/small track work. You can generally find these cheaper than a V8, and usually they tend to be more loaded. The V8 on the other hand, is in my opinion, more fun. Mainly this comes down to the rumbling V8, the exhaust note, and of course, the tire spinning. Sure, you can do similar in a V6 and I've seen several awesome ones out there. It's really going to come down to what you can afford overall. Something I would possibly consider too is looking at a 5th Gen Camaro as well. While they are a little heavier, and older of course, those parts are all available pretty much anywhere and generally going to be easier to do repairs yourself. Also, the cars are just cheaper right now compared to many of the used 6th Gens.
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01-23-2024, 05:40 PM | #26 | |
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01-23-2024, 07:53 PM | #27 |
Drives: 2023 Camaro 1SS 1LE 6MT Join Date: Nov 2023
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I'm going to echo that regardless of which one you get, you're getting a nice car. My neighbor down the road has the 4 cyl, and she loves it. Clearly people here love the V6. I love my SS. Clearly people love their ZL1s.
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01-23-2024, 09:36 PM | #28 |
Drives: Chevy Camaro 2021 ,rs, v6, manual Join Date: Feb 2022
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Get whichever one you can afford and makes sense to you. You will be happy with it.[/QUOTE]
Great answer. I have driven the 4,6 and the lt1 all manual. All of them were very desirable to me. I got the one that was best for me.
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