Manual or Automatic Transmission w/ your V6??

[CAMARO_MOW]

A manual with 18'' (1LT) will only go 118... because of the tires that come on the 18''...

I am getting a manual, just can't buy an automatic sports car and I miss driving a manual...

[John VS]

I ordered the auto. Easier for the daily driving in Orange County and all the track times I saw showed it was only .1 seconds behind the manual 0-60. For me, .1 sec is not worth the trouble.

Only cars with 18" wheels are limited to 118. My 2LT will be 155.

[l008com]

18" wheels are pretty big. 19 & 20 are just huge. So yeah it would have to be a tire situation for 118 limitations.

[fierodeletre]

You can GET 18" tires that will do 155+ guys. I'm sure they'll be cheaper than 20"s and 19"s too. Now, if only you could order an RS package SANS 20"s.... Oh, and the auto only gets one ONE mpg better in town. It's about as truly sixes as you can get. +one mpg versus .1 sec 0-60.

[Mrbobcat]

Originally Posted by fierodeletre

You can GET 18" tires that will do 155+ guys.

Yeah, but I heard if you get the 18" wheels from the factory, it is governed to 118, therefore you will have to get it tuned to get the governor taken off, correct? If I end up getting one, I would like to get the 1LT or 2LT and would'nt mind trading somebody with the 18" stockers. I wonder if they would really be safe above 120 although I'm sure it would be a rare occurrence that I'd go that fast.
Anyways back on topic, I'm also torn. I really wanted an auto for my next car since I've had a manual for 5+ now and wanted to get the remote starter option also. But that would be more of a convenience thing and the manual would be more fun and also cheaper on the camaro, plus you get the LSD. But then again, not sure how good the paddle shifters will be. btw, I have heard the auto is better and quicker in the gencoupe, but have'nt heard any reports on the camaro yet.

[Mosher]

If I get a V6 (Still waffling on eventually getting a V8), It will be a stick because I don't know how to drive an Automatic.... Much to my Wife's displeasure...

[bluch]

Originally Posted by Mosher

If I get a V6 (Still waffling on eventually getting a V8), It will be a stick because I don't know how to drive an Automatic.... Much to my Wife's displeasure...

you dont know how to drive an automatic?? umm...you turn the car on, put it in D and press the gas pedal.....

[theholycow]

Originally Posted by bluch

you dont know how to drive an automatic?? umm...you turn the car on, put it in D and press the gas pedal.....

That kind of mentality is why people think automatics can't do some of the things that manuals can do. If one puts the effort into learning and practicing with an automatic that is usually put into learning and practicing with a manual, one can do most of the same things.

That said, I'd prefer the manual. I enjoy driving manual more, and it's far less expensive -- it's cheaper to buy, cheaper to fix, cheaper to maintain (unless you like to destroy clutches), and it can be driven more efficiently than the automatic (even if the auto gets better EPA ratings).

[JK]

Anyone knows about how much it costs to remove the speed governer on the lesser Camaro's (LS and 1 LT)?

[bluch]

Originally Posted by theholycow

That kind of mentality is why people think automatics can't do some of the things that manuals can do. If one puts the effort into learning and practicing with an automatic that is usually put into learning and practicing with a manual, one can do most of the same things.

That said, I'd prefer the manual. I enjoy driving manual more, and it's far less expensive -- it's cheaper to buy, cheaper to fix, cheaper to maintain (unless you like to destroy clutches), and it can be driven more efficiently than the automatic (even if the auto gets better EPA ratings).

i've just never heard anyone use that phrase "i don't know how to drive an automatic"

i've only heard people say that they prefer a manual over an auto

[lil_chef]

Originally Posted by theholycow

That kind of mentality is why people think automatics can't do some of the things that manuals can do. If one puts the effort into learning and practicing with an automatic that is usually put into learning and practicing with a manual, one can do most of the same things.

That said, I'd prefer the manual. I enjoy driving manual more, and it's far less expensive -- it's cheaper to buy, cheaper to fix, cheaper to maintain (unless you like to destroy clutches), and it can be driven more efficiently than the automatic (even if the auto gets better EPA ratings).

STILL nothing beats being able to choose what gear you are in !!!!

[CDN SS]

Manual for me when the time comes,I have Tap Shift on my Grand Prix and never use it.

[KFH]

1LT Victory Red Manual 6 Speed
All my cars have been mamual, only way to go for me!

[camero]

Originally Posted by Ant

Automatic, I don't know how to drive a manual lol.

Why not just take 45 minutes and learn how?

Originally Posted by Mosher

If I get a V6 (Still waffling on eventually getting a V8), It will be a stick because I don't know how to drive an Automatic...

Now THAT's hilarious! Good one!

Originally Posted by jstein

Acutally I think the 1LT is set to top out at 118 also because of the wheels. But I have no idea. That is the only stuff I can find. But reguardless, I am going with an auto because of city driving. It's rare if I don't stop at every single light to where I am going.

The Camaro is pure pleasure to shift. I find myself praying for red lights so I can run through the gears again. It's not like a Corolla where shifting is nice and efficient but just a routine to go though when keeping up with traffic... it's the joy of being in direct contact with the engine and powertrain at all times. You're not just pulling on cables; you can actually feel gears!