Differences from 05-07 C6
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Differences from 05-07 C6
I'm looking at buying a C6 and trying to find the changes made in 06 and 07. I found a book but it just goes to 05. Can someone point me to this information?
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I did a quick search for "2005 2007 changes" and found this:
From this thread.
From this thread.
2006 C6 changes:
1. A6 automatic transmission
2. Strengthened rear end
3. F55 software upgrade
4. 2 exterior colors dropped
5. 2 exterior colors added
6. New interior color
7. Upgraded interior console trim
8. Three spoke, smaller diameter steering wheel
9. MN6 park in R or walk feature eliminated
10. Steering column lock eliminated
11. Nav system plays MP3s
12. Digital/analog On Star
13. HVAC chrome trim rings
14. Passenger seat weight sensor for airbag
15. Reduced ragtop bubble at speed
16. Hidden XM antenna
17. GM badges
by ProfMoriarty 3/05/06
18. Altered steering "feel" sez GM
19. New Z51 brake pads
20. Improved convertible wind deflector mounting provision
21. DIN battery
22. (Apparently) no dead battery syndrome
23. Modified gas filler inlet
Added by ProfMoriarty 8/4/06
Quote:
Changes for 2007 Corvettes
Just in from Chevrolet… 4/18/06
Exterior Color:
83U Atomic Orange Metallic Tintcoat (a bright chromatic orange), replaces Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic
GM mailed every dealer the new color selection with an actual chip of the new color. It is MUCH brighter and lighter than Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic!!!
Interior:
Two-tone Modified Seats (perforated leather seating surface) with crossed flag embroidery and contrasting stiching.
Available in 026 Red, 316 Cashmere, 846 Titanium
Available on Coupe and Convertible with 2LT or 3LT equipment packages
UK3 Steering-wheel mounted audio controls included with Bose premium audio systems (US9/U3U)
Larger glovebox storage space
UE1 OnStar now available on Z06 with 2LZ equipment group
Enhanced acoustic package reduces road noise and is included with Z06 2LZ equipment group
Bose audio enhancements
New keyless access transmitter with integrated mechanical key
CM7 Power convertible top is now included with Convertible 3LT equipment group
Cross-drilled brake rotors now included with F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control
Per Ken Fichtner 4/18/06
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1368594
Note:
A. Console Lock eliminated
B. New fob delayed, probably until 2008
Per AnotherYellow, 8/8/06
Underhood Light Deleted
5-Yr/100,000-mile powertrain warranty
Dec. 06 – Eliminated the coupe rear hatch lid pulldown handle
Per siffert
1. A6 automatic transmission
2. Strengthened rear end
3. F55 software upgrade
4. 2 exterior colors dropped
5. 2 exterior colors added
6. New interior color
7. Upgraded interior console trim
8. Three spoke, smaller diameter steering wheel
9. MN6 park in R or walk feature eliminated
10. Steering column lock eliminated
11. Nav system plays MP3s
12. Digital/analog On Star
13. HVAC chrome trim rings
14. Passenger seat weight sensor for airbag
15. Reduced ragtop bubble at speed
16. Hidden XM antenna
17. GM badges
by ProfMoriarty 3/05/06
18. Altered steering "feel" sez GM
19. New Z51 brake pads
20. Improved convertible wind deflector mounting provision
21. DIN battery
22. (Apparently) no dead battery syndrome
23. Modified gas filler inlet
Added by ProfMoriarty 8/4/06
Quote:
Changes for 2007 Corvettes
Just in from Chevrolet… 4/18/06
Exterior Color:
83U Atomic Orange Metallic Tintcoat (a bright chromatic orange), replaces Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic
GM mailed every dealer the new color selection with an actual chip of the new color. It is MUCH brighter and lighter than Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic!!!
Interior:
Two-tone Modified Seats (perforated leather seating surface) with crossed flag embroidery and contrasting stiching.
Available in 026 Red, 316 Cashmere, 846 Titanium
Available on Coupe and Convertible with 2LT or 3LT equipment packages
UK3 Steering-wheel mounted audio controls included with Bose premium audio systems (US9/U3U)
Larger glovebox storage space
UE1 OnStar now available on Z06 with 2LZ equipment group
Enhanced acoustic package reduces road noise and is included with Z06 2LZ equipment group
Bose audio enhancements
New keyless access transmitter with integrated mechanical key
CM7 Power convertible top is now included with Convertible 3LT equipment group
Cross-drilled brake rotors now included with F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control
Per Ken Fichtner 4/18/06
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1368594
Note:
A. Console Lock eliminated
B. New fob delayed, probably until 2008
Per AnotherYellow, 8/8/06
Underhood Light Deleted
5-Yr/100,000-mile powertrain warranty
Dec. 06 – Eliminated the coupe rear hatch lid pulldown handle
Per siffert
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