no real change in exterior
GS-Whats the difference
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GS-Whats the difference
I have a 2010 GS. When I look at pictures of 2011's, 12's and 13's. I see no difference what so ever. I'm sure GM changed something on the bodies of these year models, but I don't see it. What am I missing?
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As far as meaningful differences, in 2011 F55 was offered as an option, in 2012 new seats, improved A6 trans, and the Centennial version was offered, in 2013 60th anniversary option was offered. There were also some changes in regards to what level trim option the power passenger seat was provided.
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I have never heard of a manufacturer not changing the body style from year to year. Even if only mild changes. With just about any manufacturer, if one is knowledgeable about the brand, one can identify the year model. So I find this surprising. I'm new to Corvettes, only had mine for 4 months.
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Actually year to year changes are less common on exotic or high end cars
BMW & Benz have made a lifestyle out of not making changes to their cars for year on end
Changing has also gone by the wayside as budgets get tighter amongst all car Mfgs
BMW & Benz have made a lifestyle out of not making changes to their cars for year on end
Changing has also gone by the wayside as budgets get tighter amongst all car Mfgs
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I have never heard of a manufacturer not changing the body style from year to year. Even if only mild changes. With just about any manufacturer, if one is knowledgeable about the brand, one can identify the year model. So I find this surprising. I'm new to Corvettes, only had mine for 4 months.
Melting Slicks
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I'm curious as why you thought something changed. What changed in the appearance on the coupe from 2005 to 2013?
As far as meaningful differences, in 2011 F55 was offered as an option, in 2012 new seats, improved A6 trans, and the Centennial version was offered, in 2013 60th anniversary option was offered. There were also some changes in regards to what level trim option the power passenger seat was provided.
As far as meaningful differences, in 2011 F55 was offered as an option, in 2012 new seats, improved A6 trans, and the Centennial version was offered, in 2013 60th anniversary option was offered. There were also some changes in regards to what level trim option the power passenger seat was provided.
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I have never heard of a manufacturer not changing the body style from year to year. Even if only mild changes. With just about any manufacturer, if one is knowledgeable about the brand, one can identify the year model. So I find this surprising. I'm new to Corvettes, only had mine for 4 months.
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From: O'Fallon Illinois - Currently own a 2016 Z06 1LZ A8 Coupe
This past weekend I traded my 2006 AW A6 3LT coupe for a 2012 BS A6 4LT coupe.
Here's some differences/features not on my 2006 3LT:
2012 - 4LT Full Leather interior (dash, console, doors)
2012 - Carbon Fiber w/Chrome trimmed console
2012 - Nav w/Voice Activation, Bluetooth and CD Player
2012 - Newer designed seats w/Stitching and embroidered C6 emblems
2012 - NPP Performance Exhaust
2012 - Magetic Selctive Ride Control
2012 - LS3 6.2L (436 HP) vs LS2 6.0L (400 HP)
The looks/features in the 2012 are nicer than my 2006 3LT in MHO.
MT
Here's some differences/features not on my 2006 3LT:
2012 - 4LT Full Leather interior (dash, console, doors)
2012 - Carbon Fiber w/Chrome trimmed console
2012 - Nav w/Voice Activation, Bluetooth and CD Player
2012 - Newer designed seats w/Stitching and embroidered C6 emblems
2012 - NPP Performance Exhaust
2012 - Magetic Selctive Ride Control
2012 - LS3 6.2L (436 HP) vs LS2 6.0L (400 HP)
The looks/features in the 2012 are nicer than my 2006 3LT in MHO.
MT
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