2LT vs 3LT
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Burning Brakes
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2LT vs 3LT
A friend of mind is looking at new 2009 Corvette Convertible. Both cars have the same options except for one being a 2LT and other a 3LT The 2LT is his #1 Color Choice the 3LT is his next favorite color. His price difference for the 2 deals is $ 3800 which is also a factor. Heads up and the 6 disk changer are the things he likes. He is leaning towards to 2LT but is worried about resale. I told him even though it may be worth less don't worry about that because they all take a hit and get the car you want. Thoughts anyone 
Pro
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From: Clemson South Carolina
The heads up was a make or brake factor when i was buying.
Personally I dont think I could drive without it. ha The convince of having your speed in your peripheral at all time keeps me in check.
Personally I dont think I could drive without it. ha The convince of having your speed in your peripheral at all time keeps me in check.
Team Owner
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If he's going to have more than 1 driver, he really should get the memory option, which requires and comes with the 3LT option package. Head up display is great if you've gotten used to it, but some might not miss it.
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...The HUD is important to me as well. You did not fill out where you live, but if there are cool Fall and Spring days there, he will LOVE the heated seats -- especially with the roof off!Even summer evening drives with the roof off --- stars over your head, your buns nice and toasty warm = can't be beat!
Melting Slicks
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I thought along the same lines back in May, and came to the conclusion that at this price point, if I was worried about $3800 and resale value, I probably should be looking at something less expensive to begin with. I ended up with the 3LT, and would not want to do without the niceties the package provides.
Melting Slicks
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From: Tucson AZ
I would keep searching. Find the color you like along with a 3LT option group at the price you can afford.
According to Jeff Hardy's search, there are still 392 2009 convertibles left of which 268 are 3LT cars.
There are still 88 2008 convertibles left of which 41 are 3LT option group cars.
http://www.jeffhardy.com/lookupvette09.php
According to Jeff Hardy's search, there are still 392 2009 convertibles left of which 268 are 3LT cars.
There are still 88 2008 convertibles left of which 41 are 3LT option group cars.
http://www.jeffhardy.com/lookupvette09.php
Pro
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From: Dallas Texas
I had to have the 3LT option. Only your friend can decide if the options, cost, or color are most important to him. I wouldn't worry about resale, the difference will be immaterial.
Hard to go wrong either way.
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From: Missouri City TX
I chose the 2LT and have zero regrets. The addiitonal cost for the 3LT didn't really matter to me - there was just nothing in the 3LT I wanted which wasn't in the 2LT. So like others have said - just figure out what you want and buy it.
