Some vert details possibly not known previously
#1
Le Mans Master
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Some vert details possibly not known previously
Some specifics...vert top can be opened/shut up to 30mph due to new tanneau cover opening parallel to trunk versus popping open with a simple hinge.
Top operation is touchless...no latches, just button activation open to close/lock, etc. keyfob operation of top...pretty cool feature.
Was z51 always available on vert? Either way, a vert with a dry sump makes a pretty potent vert for a lot less money than current 427 vert.
4 top colors available
I am not a vert guy, so I havent followed what was known, but this was what was displayed today.
Last edited by RC000E; 04-27-2013 at 12:24 AM.
#2
Thanks for the info, keep it coming. I assume that this is a first for the vette, the way it folds up n down that is.
#5
Burning Brakes
Don't know why but this strikes me as needless complexity versus the way the C-6 top lowered. If something fails can it be lowered manually? Or do we just enjoy the rain when we are trying to put the top up ? As for being able to put it up going 30 mph, big deal.
#7
Le Mans Master
I find it interesting that no where does it mention that you can raise the top with the key fob. Only lower it. Must be a reason for that.
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Some specifics...vert top can be opened/shut up to 30mph due to new tanneau cover opening parallel to trunk versus popping open with a simple hinge.
Top operation is touchless...no latches, just button activation open to close/lock, etc. keyfob operation of top...pretty cool feature.
Was z51 always available on vert? Either way, a vert with a dry sump makes a pretty potent vert for a lot less money than current 427 vert.
4 top colors available
I am not a vert guy, so I havent followed what was known, but this was what was displayed today.
#11
Burning Brakes
I'm sure some product liability attorney for GM feels that you could squish the family pooch or something raising the top remotely while not paying attention. Anyway, you're correct. Top only goes down remotely, not up. Which sucks IMHO.
#12
I imagine it will be capable of being lowered manually just like the C6's version can.
As for being able to operate it at speed, I think it would be nice to have the option but I wouldn't do that at any more than 15 mph myself. You can do now with the C6 version if you lift the e-brake up one click.
#13
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They said the reasoning behind the 30mph is so if you're at a red light and want to put the top down, you dont need to sit there and wait while people blow horns behind, you...you can drive off, as its a 20 second retraction process.
#14
I did that once with my C6 vert as rain started and I was in traffic. I wasn't going anymore than 10-15 mph. Nice option if you need it.
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