3lt??
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 32
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From: Olathe Kansas
Like others, I think the HUD is the best part of the 3LT package. I wouldn't by another Corvette without it. It's great to be able to monitor speed and RPM while keeping your eyes on the road. You can always add it later but if buying new why not go ahead and get the full package?
Instructor
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 144
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From: Knoxville TN
Everyone (my non-corvette owning friends) that I have talked to say that they would be annoyed by the HUD if they were driving a car with one. The funny thing is that none of them ever have driven any car with one much less the corvette with a really good one. I wear a pair of polarized sunglasses all the time with my vette and even though I have to brighten up the HUD, I have no problems seeing it. I think it is more the fact that the sunglasses are dark than the polarization. All-in-all the decision to buy a 3lt was a good one. I really like the memory feature just for the ease of egress for my 6' frame. The seat doesn't have to move back much but the fact that the steering wheel automatically retracts out of the way is awesome. Do what you have to do but I'm in favor of the 3lt.
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 4,681
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From: Mooresville (Race City USA) NC
Just wondering if 3Lt is worth it. I live in Florida, no need for heated seats. Power telescopic not important. Im the only driver so nix the memory. My big issue is HUD. Looks like Im paying alot for it as the other items are a non issue to me. Never had it in a vehicle before. I would think it is a bit of an annoyance.
Does anybody here really use the HUD day to day or is it more of a novelty that gets old quickly?
Sure its a nice F-15 touch but possibly a bit over the top?
Reason Im asking is I originally was going with gray wheels but the polished chrome are looking better and better. I can only spend so much.
So is the HUD useful in a non track Vette or am I better off going for the rims?
Does anybody here really use the HUD day to day or is it more of a novelty that gets old quickly?
Sure its a nice F-15 touch but possibly a bit over the top?
Reason Im asking is I originally was going with gray wheels but the polished chrome are looking better and better. I can only spend so much.
So is the HUD useful in a non track Vette or am I better off going for the rims?
Race Director
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 12,122
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From: Cold Hell, Minnesota...for now
St. Jude Donor '15 thru '26
Just wondering if 3Lt is worth it. I live in Florida, no need for heated seats. Power telescopic not important. Im the only driver so nix the memory. My big issue is HUD. Looks like Im paying alot for it as the other items are a non issue to me. Never had it in a vehicle before. I would think it is a bit of an annoyance.
Does anybody here really use the HUD day to day or is it more of a novelty that gets old quickly?
Sure its a nice F-15 touch but possibly a bit over the top?
Reason Im asking is I originally was going with gray wheels but the polished chrome are looking better and better. I can only spend so much.
So is the HUD useful in a non track Vette or am I better off going for the rims?
Does anybody here really use the HUD day to day or is it more of a novelty that gets old quickly?
Sure its a nice F-15 touch but possibly a bit over the top?
Reason Im asking is I originally was going with gray wheels but the polished chrome are looking better and better. I can only spend so much.
So is the HUD useful in a non track Vette or am I better off going for the rims?
Team Owner
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Rochester, NY
Get the wheels you want, as you already stated you do not need the other 3lt options. As for the HUD I drove an XLR with it, found it to be a nice little novelty but who needs it. Well those who have it of course, really for the money to me not worth it.
Instructor
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 152
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From: Iowa
when I was searching for a Corvette I had a minimum 3LT requirement.
It gets pretty chilly here, so the heated seats were needed. The HUD is sweet, particularly since the normal instrument cluster is so low. Memory seats weren't really necessary since I'm the only driver, but it makes you feel pretty special when the seats & mirrors move you into position
Pro
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 578
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From: Naples, FL
St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16-'17-'18-‘19-'20
Love the entire package. Memory seats are great when exiting/entering car, then setting driver position. Heated seats very nice when temps get around 50. HUD keeps your attention on the road; you won't know you like/need it until you get it. You can change the wheels any time. Go with the 3LT, INMO.
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Joined: Feb 2011
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So when you open door seat slides back for easier exit?
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 204
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From: Northbrook Il
St. Jude Donor '11
Jay, I see you are getting closer and closer. I have the Lt3, I'm the only driver so I don't use all the features. Don't use: Heated seated( makes me feel like I just peeed in my pants),Telescoping wheel(stays forward). Power seats( I set the seat as far back and as far down as it allows and there it stays at the non-power default position). Bose( not sure what the other speakers sound like). Balance of the memory package( once set it generally stays there, except for passengers side, side view mirror. When I parallel park, I set the mirror all the way down so I can see the curb and prevent curb rash, only a hit of the button ) Do use: HUD, and I love it, (can keep my eyes on the road and not have to look down to see how fast I'm going). Universal home remote (every day/twice a day) Good Luck and Have Fun.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 5,188
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From: S.F. Bay Area CA.
Just wondering if 3Lt is worth it. I live in Florida, no need for heated seats. Power telescopic not important. Im the only driver so nix the memory. My big issue is HUD. Looks like Im paying alot for it as the other items are a non issue to me. Never had it in a vehicle before. I would think it is a bit of an annoyance.
Does anybody here really use the HUD day to day or is it more of a novelty that gets old quickly?
Sure its a nice F-15 touch but possibly a bit over the top?
Reason Im asking is I originally was going with gray wheels but the polished chrome are looking better and better. I can only spend so much.
So is the HUD useful in a non track Vette or am I better off going for the rims?
Does anybody here really use the HUD day to day or is it more of a novelty that gets old quickly?
Sure its a nice F-15 touch but possibly a bit over the top?
Reason Im asking is I originally was going with gray wheels but the polished chrome are looking better and better. I can only spend so much.
So is the HUD useful in a non track Vette or am I better off going for the rims?
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 2,250
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From: Escondido Ca
You sound as if you have the funds: "farm paid for" Dr. in your name?? The HUD is a no brainer, get it! As for me, I have a 3LT and wish I had a 4LT.
If you are up in age you will enjoy all of the nice little extras of a 3 or 4LT. As for your friends..hey, it is your money. Go for the best..but HUD is must. Even shows you the radio or XM stations as you change them and a lot more....if you do not have to, don't be cheap!
If you are up in age you will enjoy all of the nice little extras of a 3 or 4LT. As for your friends..hey, it is your money. Go for the best..but HUD is must. Even shows you the radio or XM stations as you change them and a lot more....if you do not have to, don't be cheap!
Safety Car
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 4,101
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From: Northeast MA & Mad Beach FL
I went 3LT and use all the options.
But, If I had only one choice for an option, it would be HUD.
You really notice how nice the HUD is when you drive a vehicle that doesn't have it.
But, If I had only one choice for an option, it would be HUD.
You really notice how nice the HUD is when you drive a vehicle that doesn't have it.
Racer
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 299
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From: Canyon Lake TX
When I was looking, the HUD was one thing I really wanted. The other 3LT stuff seemed like fluff. Now that I have it I use it all. Even in South Texas, I use the heated seats sometimes, and the memory package helps exiting and entering (64 yr old hips). I find the steering wheel controls are not very useful, and the garage remote has limited range, but I really enjoy the HUD. Having the tach in front of you helps with shifting points. I'm not a racer, and have a tin ear, but it helps to shift before you hit the rev limiter. You can add one on later, but probably would not want to tear into a new car.
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 1,299
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From: Rockaway NJ
I personally think the HUD is a gimmick. I did get a 3lt, but only because I got a good deal on it as I was going to order a 2lt. Try this before you buy it...go to the dealer and drive one with polarized sunglasses on....you will hardly be able to see the HUD anyway. Now maybe it's just my cheap sunglasses from Gander mountain, but if I can't even see the HUD whats the point.
I LOVE the HUD its my fav thing ever!!!
And it has some functionality i didnt even know about going into it... for example EVERYTHING is ported through it...
examples:
Radio station (when i change them it tells me in the HUD what that station is. Also the name of the song on the cd or ipod)
directionals: shows you the blinkers (today i left the blinker on and forget but saw it in the HUD)
NAV!!!(NAV DIRECTIONS AND STREET NAMES ARE PORTED THROUGH IT) that was AWESOME i had no idea it does that even a little mileage bar countdown ... helped a LOT since i picked up my vette in mississippi and it was a long trip home to NJ !!
HUD also give you an upshift symbol if you are almost at redline
and whats more I see my HUD FINE with sunglasses on every day... full mirrored oakleys. (there is a rocker to adjust the brightness btw thats probably why you didnt see it) that and it auto dims when the lights are on for night time.
heated seats was next.. i THOUGHT i didnt need it.... but once i have it its REALLY nice
memory seats/telescoping wheel meh.... i could live without i guess but nice to have