John, mine is an automatic one. My wife didn't want a manual one. Glad to know you'll do some Mod on your camry.
I myself also prefer 10w30. My '89 honda prelude and '95 chevy corsica use 10w30 dino. So far I'm very satisfied with it. If there's no warranty issue, I'll definately go for 10w30 with no doubt.
It says in the owner's manual: 'Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5w30'. Also, 'If SAE 5w30 is not available, SAE 10w30 may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5w30 at the next oil change'.
Like most of other new cars, this car comes with 5yr/60k warranty. I don't know how often new car buyers make warranty claim but I think it's good for me to prepare the worst case.
I personally like 10w30 but I just could not work out with warranty issue. And I also want the best for the new baby.
Hopefully you guys may recommend some THICKer 5w30s for me.
BTW, seems many of you don't use the grades in the owner's manuals. I'm curious if dealers will decline the warrenty claims because you don't use the oil they ask?