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camaro5girl · 03-10-2012, 07:49 AM

Hey My name is Amanda! I am hoping to pick out out a 2010-2012 ss camaro by the summer and I was curious if there is anything I should be looking out for or any suggestions?

First of all, I wanna know more about working on the engine and stuff like that. Also, this car is going to be my daily driver so is it even smart to get the ss or should I just stick to a more simplistic v6 version. Whats the biggest difference and is it economical to drive a v8 as a daily driver?

Thank you!

Amanda

2ndtimess · 03-10-2012, 07:51 AM

Depends on how fast you want to go from 0-60!!

RANGERGOD · 03-10-2012, 07:53 AM

The V8 is a must...you will be able to talk crap to all the dudes around you.

If it is a new Camaro, you do not really need to concerm yourself with working on the engine...your warranty will take care of that.

3 SS's · 03-10-2012, 07:54 AM

Where in CT ?

camaro5girl · 03-10-2012, 07:59 AM

the hartford/south windsor/ manchester area....does anyone know any meets or groups in the area upcoming for 2012?

steel insane · 03-10-2012, 08:11 AM

Do a vehicle search on the Chevy site. You should be able to find some sweet deals on 2011 models.

Vengeance Graphix · 03-10-2012, 08:15 AM

welcome!

Rangore · 03-10-2012, 08:19 AM

Check insurance rates on both SS and V6 before buying. That'll help your decision.

Also it depends if you drive in snow/ice. SS tires are summer tires, so you'll have to factor the costs of snow tires. My V6 has all weather...still not the best for snow and ice, but much better than summer tires.

Gas will cost you more on the SS. You absolutely need premium fuel on the SS...on the V6 is optional depending on your desires of how to take care of your car. I average 20-22 mpg with a combination of city and highway driving...mostly city driving. I do use premium because that's how I choose to take care of my cars.

Don't go broke buying the car if you won't have enough money for mods you want to do. Price both out and see what your payment will be along with insurance and gas cost estimations.

Be smart and not overly emotional when buying a car. The Camaro is easy to get emotional for, but you can work a better deal and make better decisions by not being emotional. Car sales play up to emotions to make you pay more money.

Good luck and welcome,

swizlstik · 03-10-2012, 08:20 AM

Welcome. My SS is my daily driver, but I went with the automatic because of that. I rarely get to take it over 55mph during my commute and I get about 17mpg.

Taintedveins · 03-10-2012, 08:23 AM

A v8 isn't a.must. Yes it is great to have one but if you feel like showing it off or bragging about it then something is majorly wrong (only of you are rude when you show it off) with your ego. Now if it is going to be a DD then fuel cost should be looked at. Though it may seem insignificant if you spend 5 bucks more at the pump every week but over a year that is 250 some dollars. Thay coupled with insurance rates for both models could make it difficult if finances are an issue. If you want power and good fuel eco. The 6 is a way to go. I have seen 2011 2lt rs for around 27 and lower. Good luck with your decision

RANGERGOD · 03-10-2012, 08:26 AM

^^^LMAO!! I knew I would fluff some feathers!!!

Tribute · 03-10-2012, 08:26 AM

Welcome to C5.

BAD DAB · 03-10-2012, 08:27 AM

Welcome to Camaro5! Test drive both the V6 and the V8. The V8 will put a smile on your face that's hard to remove. Good luck.

clg_98ta · 03-10-2012, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro5girl

... is it economical to drive a v8 as a daily driver?

Thank you!

Amanda

Welcome Amanda!!

Keep in mind that the SS engines require premium gas. I have the manual transmission version (LS3) and average 14 mpg on mostly in-town driving. So it may depend on what kind of commute you have. I have gotten up to 25 mpg on the highway only driving, but just don't do that very often.

03-10-2012, 07:49 AM	#1
camaro5girl Drives: SS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7	New girl from Connecticut! Hey My name is Amanda! I am hoping to pick out out a 2010-2012 ss camaro by the summer and I was curious if there is anything I should be looking out for or any suggestions? First of all, I wanna know more about working on the engine and stuff like that. Also, this car is going to be my daily driver so is it even smart to get the ss or should I just stick to a more simplistic v6 version. Whats the biggest difference and is it economical to drive a v8 as a daily driver? Thank you! Amanda

03-10-2012, 07:51 AM	#2
2ndtimess 2ndtimeSS Drives: 2010 2SS 6 speed Infernal Orange Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Middleboro Ma Posts: 185 View My Garage	Depends on how fast you want to go from 0-60!! __________________

03-10-2012, 07:53 AM	#3
RANGERGOD IDBZ M.C. Drives: 12' IOM, 2SS, LS3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Columbus, Ga. Posts: 562	The V8 is a must...you will be able to talk crap to all the dudes around you. If it is a new Camaro, you do not really need to concerm yourself with working on the engine...your warranty will take care of that. __________________

03-10-2012, 08:15 AM	#7
Vengeance Graphix Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central NJ Posts: 10,870	welcome! __________________ Vengeance Graphix

03-10-2012, 08:19 AM	#8
Rangore Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS 45th Anniversary Ed Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,220	Check insurance rates on both SS and V6 before buying. That'll help your decision. Also it depends if you drive in snow/ice. SS tires are summer tires, so you'll have to factor the costs of snow tires. My V6 has all weather...still not the best for snow and ice, but much better than summer tires. Gas will cost you more on the SS. You absolutely need premium fuel on the SS...on the V6 is optional depending on your desires of how to take care of your car. I average 20-22 mpg with a combination of city and highway driving...mostly city driving. I do use premium because that's how I choose to take care of my cars. Don't go broke buying the car if you won't have enough money for mods you want to do. Price both out and see what your payment will be along with insurance and gas cost estimations. Be smart and not overly emotional when buying a car. The Camaro is easy to get emotional for, but you can work a better deal and make better decisions by not being emotional. Car sales play up to emotions to make you pay more money. Good luck and welcome, __________________ 2012 Camaro 2SS 45th Anniversary Edition - No longer owned: 2010 Camaro 2LT, 1993 Camaro Z-28

03-10-2012, 07:54 AM	#4
3 SS's Drives: Chevelle SS's Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: outta my mind Posts: 3,034 View My Garage	Where in CT ?

03-10-2012, 07:59 AM	#5
camaro5girl Drives: SS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7	the hartford/south windsor/ manchester area....does anyone know any meets or groups in the area upcoming for 2012?

03-10-2012, 08:11 AM	#6
steel insane Drives: 2012 2LT Black (Vengeance) Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: pa Posts: 637	Do a vehicle search on the Chevy site. You should be able to find some sweet deals on 2011 models.

03-10-2012, 08:20 AM	#9
swizlstik Drives: 2018 Garnet ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Surprise, AZ Posts: 2,183 View My Garage	Welcome. My SS is my daily driver, but I went with the automatic because of that. I rarely get to take it over 55mph during my commute and I get about 17mpg. __________________

03-10-2012, 08:23 AM	#10
Taintedveins Shark attack! Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 1,561 View My Garage	A v8 isn't a.must. Yes it is great to have one but if you feel like showing it off or bragging about it then something is majorly wrong (only of you are rude when you show it off) with your ego. Now if it is going to be a DD then fuel cost should be looked at. Though it may seem insignificant if you spend 5 bucks more at the pump every week but over a year that is 250 some dollars. Thay coupled with insurance rates for both models could make it difficult if finances are an issue. If you want power and good fuel eco. The 6 is a way to go. I have seen 2011 2lt rs for around 27 and lower. Good luck with your decision __________________

03-10-2012, 08:26 AM	#11
RANGERGOD IDBZ M.C. Drives: 12' IOM, 2SS, LS3 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Columbus, Ga. Posts: 562	^^^LMAO!! I knew I would fluff some feathers!!! __________________

03-10-2012, 08:26 AM	#12
Tribute Drives: 2012 SLP ZL770 #17 (Hugger Orange) Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 1,667 View My Garage	Welcome to C5. __________________

03-10-2012, 08:27 AM	#13
BAD DAB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8,228 View My Garage	Welcome to Camaro5! Test drive both the V6 and the V8. The V8 will put a smile on your face that's hard to remove. Good luck. __________________ STAINLESS WORKS HEADERS-TUNED BY JANNETTY RACING-C.A.I. INTAKE-TAYLOR 409 WIRES-SOLO AXLE BACK EXHAUST-ELITE CATCH CAN

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