Noticeable Differences
Race Director
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From: Wayne Township WI
Most non-car people I meet have to be informed what my Z06 "is" as opposed to a stock Corvette. To onlookers it's a Corvette. Corvette enthusiastes of course recognize Corvette models on sight, only question which options?
You're just not familiar with what comprises the option packages denoted by 1/2/3/4 LT/Z numbers, yet. Others have posted what's included with each; however, prospective buyers need to know what it is they'd like ordering for their new car; while, with pre-owned cars there's no choice, it is what it is.
You're just not familiar with what comprises the option packages denoted by 1/2/3/4 LT/Z numbers, yet. Others have posted what's included with each; however, prospective buyers need to know what it is they'd like ordering for their new car; while, with pre-owned cars there's no choice, it is what it is.
Burning Brakes
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From: Great River NY
Team Owner
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From: San Clemente CA
I know the forum is filled with Corvette enthusiasts, and the amount of information on corvettes that is readily available on this site is enormous.
With that said, I dare open up this can, I often times see members post on threads claiming they can tell if a car is a 2LT or a 3LT, and so on just from looking at a picture. How can you tell what package a car has just from looking at it?
I know some of the obvious differences, for example the 2005 had the shark fin antenna and the ugly steering wheel and shifter. I'm guessing it's the smaller more specific stuff that I miss.
With that said, I dare open up this can, I often times see members post on threads claiming they can tell if a car is a 2LT or a 3LT, and so on just from looking at a picture. How can you tell what package a car has just from looking at it?
I know some of the obvious differences, for example the 2005 had the shark fin antenna and the ugly steering wheel and shifter. I'm guessing it's the smaller more specific stuff that I miss.
Team Owner
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From: McKinney TX
St. Jude Donor '21-'22-'23-'24
As I posted previously, the shark fin was the antenna for the XM radio, AND THAT'S ALL.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: hardyston new jersey
St. Jude Donor '09-'25
I know the forum is filled with Corvette enthusiasts, and the amount of information on corvettes that is readily available on this site is enormous.
With that said, I dare open up this can, I often times see members post on threads claiming they can tell if a car is a 2LT or a 3LT, and so on just from looking at a picture. How can you tell what package a car has just from looking at it?
I know some of the obvious differences, for example the 2005 had the shark fin antenna and the ugly steering wheel and shifter. I'm guessing it's the smaller more specific stuff that I miss.
With that said, I dare open up this can, I often times see members post on threads claiming they can tell if a car is a 2LT or a 3LT, and so on just from looking at a picture. How can you tell what package a car has just from looking at it?
I know some of the obvious differences, for example the 2005 had the shark fin antenna and the ugly steering wheel and shifter. I'm guessing it's the smaller more specific stuff that I miss.
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Drifting
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From: Redmond WA
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From: McKinney TX
St. Jude Donor '21-'22-'23-'24
Maybe some are including pictures of the interior when they say that. For instance, a picture of the lower part of the dash could show no switches for heated seats, meaning it does not have the 3LT package.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: O'Fallon Illinois - Currently own a 2016 Z06 1LZ A8 Coupe
My '06 AW Coupe is a 3LT...and it has Ebony interior and no Nav, but has most bells and whistles...
But it's all good...it's a Corvette!!
Drive Happy...
MT
But it's all good...it's a Corvette!!
Drive Happy...
MT
CF Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Tucson Arizona
You mention the 2005 had the "...ugly steering wheel and shifter." I beg to differ. I rather like my 2005 'Doughboy' steering wheel and my manual 6-speed shifter is a thing of beauty. 
Le Mans Master
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From: Hamilton Square NJ, Ocean City N. J. Key Biscayne Fla.
I have the new style three spoke steering wheel. But, I actually like the dough boy. It has character.
Also, one year only. 
Not a fan of the '05-'07 silver interior trim.
Pro
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Seattle Wa
Most non-car people I meet have to be informed what my Z06 "is" as opposed to a stock Corvette. To onlookers it's a Corvette. Corvette enthusiastes of course recognize Corvette models on sight, only question which options?
You're just not familiar with what comprises the option packages denoted by 1/2/3/4 LT/Z numbers, yet. Others have posted what's included with each; however, prospective buyers need to know what it is they'd like ordering for their new car; while, with pre-owned cars there's no choice, it is what it is.
You're just not familiar with what comprises the option packages denoted by 1/2/3/4 LT/Z numbers, yet. Others have posted what's included with each; however, prospective buyers need to know what it is they'd like ordering for their new car; while, with pre-owned cars there's no choice, it is what it is.
Best post yet. I couldn't agree more.