93-97 Camaro V6 Purchase?

[Big Tav]

Hi guys, I am thinking of buying a Camaro V6 as they seem pretty cheap now. I used to have a 94 Trans Am with the 5.7 V8 (which I loved) but that was in Australia and fuel was a lot cheaper which is why I am considering a V6.

You seem to get a lot around for 3-4k. V8's are around 5+ for good one.

Any one have any thoughts? What should I look for?

[irocfan]

dude the thought is ignore the boat anchor and go for the V8 - the 6 is better on juice but not to the point that it'll make up for everything else (unless of course it's had a Grand National or Cyclone engine thrown in!). IIRC the 6 return MAYBE 2/3mpg more but feel barely adequate for the job. In fairness the newer V6s from GM/Dodge/Ford with 300 odd bhp do feel a LOT more lively but then they're out of budget

[BlackTank]

Do not get the 6 in a Camaro. If that was absolutely the only choice than maybe, but as long as there are LT1 and LS1 8s around, then hold out and find the right one. The fuel penalty is negligible unless you will be doing very high start-stop miles.

[Big Tav]

Is it really that bad? I have found a nice on for under 2500 and it looks really good. Will I really be sorry at that price?

[BlackTank]

Big Tav said:

Is it really that bad? I have found a nice on for under 2500 and it looks really good. Will I really be sorry at that price?

No, it's not that bad. If you've found a solid Camaro that hasn't been abused and that has been taken care of well then you will end up with an awesome and unique car for very little money.

However, you may be sorry later that you didn't hold out for an 8. BUT if you look after the 6 I bet you could sell it on for not much less (and maybe even more depending on any mods you undertake)than what you pay for it so you could always make the move for an 8 at that time.

Just keep in mind that the 6 and 8 are very different cars in my experience. Both are awesome, one is just a lot more awesome. Hope this helps.

[Big Tav]

I would prefer a V8 as I had a Trans Am with that and I loved it. One of the best sounding engines out there.

I just happened to spot a great deal on a V6 and am thinking why not! I need something to drive to work and I would rather that than a little Clio or Fiesta!

[chevy-stu]

I'd recommend holding out for the V8.
I've never owned a 4th gen, but I've also heard the fuel difference isn't that much, and the V8 will so much nicer to own, and easier to sell in reality..

[Big Tav]

Deposit paid! Absolute bargain if it's as good as it has been described!

[irocfan]

good luck!! Hope you enjoy it

[AudiWurst]

Thread resurrection - how are you getting on with your 4th gen V6, OP?

As a '97, it's the 3.8 engine not the 3.4, right?

[Big Tav]

I had the 3.8 V6. Nice car but I sold it. Cheap too

[irocfan]

fk me that didn't last long

[Big Tav]

I know. I bought it to try a LHD car in the UK. It was cheap enough to start and I made a bit on it so I moved it on. I really want a 3rd gen Iroc-Z again...

[irocfan]

Big Tav said:

I know. I bought it to try a LHD car in the UK. It was cheap enough to start and I made a bit on it so I moved it on. I really want a 3rd gen Iroc-Z again...

now you know I can sympathise with that thought!!! lol

[Big Tav]

I know! I miss mine. Check out my old post under Readers Rides and you will see my 87 Iroc-Z. I got 3rd in the Aussie Nationals with it.

[balls-out]

My 4th gen v8 lt1 costs £3.3k and it's not perfect, but pretty tidy