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meerlust · 07-30-2009, 05:33 AM

After much discussion with my wife, we pulled the trigger and bought a new Victory Red 1LT RS with an automatic transmission and the connectivity package. I was really looking for a manual, but based on the manual transmission production issues, I was fine with the automatic. The dealer would not accept the GM Friends pricing on the Camaro which was a bummer, but since it expires on July 31, it doesn't have enough shelf life for me to order a build or find another dealer with this car on his lot. I was able to buy it at MSRP with $4250 ($3500 Cash for Clunkers and $750 USAA Discount) in rebates, so it was a reasonable deal. That said, I am really psyched about owning this car.

I drove it home last night with my 8-year old daughter in the back seat, and not only was it a joy to drive on a few of the winding roads near my house, but my daughter's commentary from the back seat was priceless. She kept talking about how comfortable the seats were and how it doesn't drift when we go into sharp turns. I hate to admit, but I am looking forward to driving to work this morning. Not many people probably say that.

Be Safe,
Scott

Vash · 07-30-2009, 05:36 AM

Wow.. congratz!

Nice discount action. So what car got the salt water treatment? (your trade in?).

RickRay · 07-30-2009, 05:53 AM

You will enjoy it for sure.........

rolnslo · 07-30-2009, 11:04 AM

Congrats on the new Camaro! Nice choice on the color, too!

The recent manual transmission issues were with the SS models and not the V6 models so you would have been fine there. Well, except that the V6 with a manual does not qualify for the Cash for Clunkers program and you would have lost out on the savings between the $3500 credit and the cost of the AT option plus the additional $200 upcharge for the remote start option with an AT and the C&C package.

wullger · 07-30-2009, 12:08 PM

Cool!

Grats and welcome!

ljustin293 · 07-30-2009, 12:10 PM

congrats!!

jpsuperman81 · 07-30-2009, 01:17 PM

There was never an issue with manual V6. I personally would not settle for an auto but congrats on your car.

Rockies4 · 07-30-2009, 01:18 PM

Congrats with the Camaro and Welcome to the site.

Let us know how the drive to work was today.

Rockies4

meerlust · 07-31-2009, 06:04 AM

Vash,

My trade in was a 2000 2WD Jeep Cherokee with 110K miles. It was a very reliable car and served me well, but my 1LT is a major upgrade.

rolnslo,

Nice pictures of your ride. Obviously, great minds think alike. I am waiting for a sunny day to take some shots of my new ride. I'll post them soon.

rockies4,

I drive about 30 miles each way (almost all highway), so I got some quality drive time. It was a blast. Getting up to speed was no issue, and it handled beautifully. I have to admit, I tried very hard not to look around at people staring. My biggest fear was parking it in my parking space, but when I got out, I was between the lines so . . . Now I have to master the tap shift, and all will be right with the world.

Scott

07-30-2009, 05:33 AM	#1
meerlust Drives: 2010 Victory Red 1LT RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 13	Proud Owner - 1LT RS Victory Red After much discussion with my wife, we pulled the trigger and bought a new Victory Red 1LT RS with an automatic transmission and the connectivity package. I was really looking for a manual, but based on the manual transmission production issues, I was fine with the automatic. The dealer would not accept the GM Friends pricing on the Camaro which was a bummer, but since it expires on July 31, it doesn't have enough shelf life for me to order a build or find another dealer with this car on his lot. I was able to buy it at MSRP with $4250 ($3500 Cash for Clunkers and $750 USAA Discount) in rebates, so it was a reasonable deal. That said, I am really psyched about owning this car. I drove it home last night with my 8-year old daughter in the back seat, and not only was it a joy to drive on a few of the winding roads near my house, but my daughter's commentary from the back seat was priceless. She kept talking about how comfortable the seats were and how it doesn't drift when we go into sharp turns. I hate to admit, but I am looking forward to driving to work this morning. Not many people probably say that. Be Safe, Scott

07-30-2009, 11:04 AM	#4
rolnslo Rolling along... Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SGM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 4,380 View My Garage	Congrats on the new Camaro! Nice choice on the color, too! The recent manual transmission issues were with the SS models and not the V6 models so you would have been fine there. Well, except that the V6 with a manual does not qualify for the Cash for Clunkers program and you would have lost out on the savings between the $3500 credit and the cost of the AT option plus the additional $200 upcharge for the remote start option with an AT and the C&C package. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Synergy Green A6

07-30-2009, 12:08 PM	#5
wullger Supercharged Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 1,576 View My Garage	Cool! Grats and welcome! __________________ 2SS/RS IBM A6, White Rallies Ordered: 4/30/09 Delivered: 8/18/09 Appearance Mods: Heritage Grille, ZL1 Replica Wheels Performance Mods: Flowmaster ARH Cat-Back Exhaust, ADM CAI, ADM L99-LS3 Conversion, ADM LSA Supercharger Kit, Lingenfelter GT9 Cam, Stainless Power Headers, Detroit Speed Sway Bars, ZL1 Fuel Pump 581 rwhp/535 lb/ft tq

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07-31-2009, 06:04 AM	#9
meerlust Drives: 2010 Victory Red 1LT RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 13	Vash, My trade in was a 2000 2WD Jeep Cherokee with 110K miles. It was a very reliable car and served me well, but my 1LT is a major upgrade. rolnslo, Nice pictures of your ride. Obviously, great minds think alike. I am waiting for a sunny day to take some shots of my new ride. I'll post them soon. rockies4, I drive about 30 miles each way (almost all highway), so I got some quality drive time. It was a blast. Getting up to speed was no issue, and it handled beautifully. I have to admit, I tried very hard not to look around at people staring. My biggest fear was parking it in my parking space, but when I got out, I was between the lines so . . . Now I have to master the tap shift, and all will be right with the world. Scott