question on differences
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Burning Brakes
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question on differences
does anyone know the what changes were made each year on the c6s? i'm just starting to look into one and i'm not sure what year to look at. i'm not getting a brand new one and i'm not worried about getting one as new as possible. i'm just looking for the most bang for my buck. for example, they moved the xm radio antenna from the back to the mirror. to me that's worth buying a newer model for. thanks!
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2007 & newer
Added 5yr/50,000m powertrain warranty
Larger Z51 brakes on F55 mag ride
no roof delamination problem
no lock on console
2008
LS3 engine
new transmission
OnStar standard
Interior changes
Wheel design changes
Added 5yr/50,000m powertrain warranty
Larger Z51 brakes on F55 mag ride
no roof delamination problem
no lock on console
2008
LS3 engine
new transmission
OnStar standard
Interior changes
Wheel design changes
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That info. has been posted here several times, but not lately, so here you go.
OP said specifically he wasn't interested in a new car, but just because some here mentioned the 08, here are the changes for the 08 model year.
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
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
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
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
Changes from 2007 C6 to 2008 C6
Deletions **************************************** ********************************
(19U) LeMans Blue Metallic exterior color
(80U) Monterey Red Metallic Tintcoat exterior color
(LS2) 6.0L V8 SFI engine
New Features **************************************** ****************************
(85U) Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat exterior color
(89U) Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat exterior color (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QG6) 5-split spoke silver painted aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QX1) 5-split spoke Competition Gray-painted aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QG7) 5-spoke forged polished aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
4LT Coupe equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
4LT Convertible equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
3LZ Z06 equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
(LS3) 6.2L V8 SFI engine with 430 HP and 424 lb-ft of torque (Coupe and Convertible only)
(GU2) 2.73 rear axle ratio, performance, limited-slip (Coupe and Convertible only with [MX0] automatic transmission; Included with Z51)
(NPP) Dual-mode performance exhaust, increases horsepower (+6 HP) (Coupe and Convertible only)
Changes **************************************** **********************************
(U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models
(UE1) OnStar is now standard on all models
(DD8) Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with compass is now standard on all models
(DD0) Auto-dimming, power, heated, body-color outside mirror is now standard on all models
Improved steering feel
Improved manual shift efforts on (MN6) 6-speed manual transmission
Improved paddle shift automatic with quicker shift on (MX0) automatic transmission
New wrapped console trim plates (Cyber pattern standard, Bias pattern with 4LT or 3LZ)
Audio input jacks for external input devices now on (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and (US9) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer
New brushed aluminum interior accents
Bright trim around shifter and cupholders
New sill plates with metal finish
New keyless access fob with integrated key
(83U) Atomic Orange exterior color changed from Metallic Tintcoat to Premium Metallic
New lighted switch on (F55) Magnetic Selective Ride Control
J Patterson - 12/27/07
Deletions **************************************** ********************************
(19U) LeMans Blue Metallic exterior color
(80U) Monterey Red Metallic Tintcoat exterior color
(LS2) 6.0L V8 SFI engine
New Features **************************************** ****************************
(85U) Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat exterior color
(89U) Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat exterior color (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QG6) 5-split spoke silver painted aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QX1) 5-split spoke Competition Gray-painted aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QG7) 5-spoke forged polished aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
4LT Coupe equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
4LT Convertible equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
3LZ Z06 equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
(LS3) 6.2L V8 SFI engine with 430 HP and 424 lb-ft of torque (Coupe and Convertible only)
(GU2) 2.73 rear axle ratio, performance, limited-slip (Coupe and Convertible only with [MX0] automatic transmission; Included with Z51)
(NPP) Dual-mode performance exhaust, increases horsepower (+6 HP) (Coupe and Convertible only)
Changes **************************************** **********************************
(U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models
(UE1) OnStar is now standard on all models
(DD8) Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with compass is now standard on all models
(DD0) Auto-dimming, power, heated, body-color outside mirror is now standard on all models
Improved steering feel
Improved manual shift efforts on (MN6) 6-speed manual transmission
Improved paddle shift automatic with quicker shift on (MX0) automatic transmission
New wrapped console trim plates (Cyber pattern standard, Bias pattern with 4LT or 3LZ)
Audio input jacks for external input devices now on (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and (US9) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer
New brushed aluminum interior accents
Bright trim around shifter and cupholders
New sill plates with metal finish
New keyless access fob with integrated key
(83U) Atomic Orange exterior color changed from Metallic Tintcoat to Premium Metallic
New lighted switch on (F55) Magnetic Selective Ride Control
J Patterson - 12/27/07
Last edited by Vette_DD; Jan 19, 2008 at 09:55 AM.
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Jim's right, starting with the '07 model year, all GM vehicles come with a 3 yr. / 36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and a 5 yr. / 100,000 mile powertrain warranty.
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If you have an '07 you have a 3 year 36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and a 5 year 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. There is no 50,000 mile factory warranty. If your warranty states that it is 50,000 then it is a GMPP (or some third party) extended protection plan that will lengthen the factory protection for an additional fee.
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does anyone know the what changes were made each year on the c6s? i'm just starting to look into one and i'm not sure what year to look at. i'm not getting a brand new one and i'm not worried about getting one as new as possible. i'm just looking for the most bang for my buck. for example, they moved the xm radio antenna from the back to the mirror. to me that's worth buying a newer model for. thanks!
If you need to have XM with a hidden antenna, start looking for 06+. A lot of people did not get the XM option on their 05s because of the wart on the trunk.
The best thing you could do is go drive a new 08 and then a used 05; compare and see if it worths the extra money. If power is your thing keep in mind that an 05 with the right mods will dust a stock 08. It depends what you want to do with the car.
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IMO the best bang for the buck is the 05. The 08 has some changes and the new LS3 engine but it will be substantially more and depending on where and how you plan to drive the car you may not notice them.
If you need to have XM with a hidden antenna, start looking for 06+. A lot of people did not get the XM option on their 05s because of the wart on the trunk.
The best thing you could do is go drive a new 08 and then a used 05; compare and see if it worths the extra money. If power is your thing keep in mind that an 05 with the right mods will dust a stock 08. It depends what you want to do with the car.
If you need to have XM with a hidden antenna, start looking for 06+. A lot of people did not get the XM option on their 05s because of the wart on the trunk.
The best thing you could do is go drive a new 08 and then a used 05; compare and see if it worths the extra money. If power is your thing keep in mind that an 05 with the right mods will dust a stock 08. It depends what you want to do with the car.
thanks for the advice. that's what i'll probably do.
thanks everyone for the information!
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Burning Brakes
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i use to have an escalade EXT and it added things each year, but it also deleted things each year. so when looking for a used one, you had to balance what was more important to you.
