1SA vs !Sb
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From: Peterborough On
1SA vs !Sb
What is the thought on spending the extra dollars for the 1SB package? It seems like an expensive upgrade just to get HUD and 6 pak CD. I personally do not like the HUD but the 6 pak would be nice. Does anyone know if it is possible to add a 6 stack CD to the OEM BOSE, or do you need to forklift the whole stereo?
Melting Slicks
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From: Jupiter Florida
Bit of clarity on what the packages include>>>
New 1SX Package
for 2005 Coupe
INCLUDES:
• Bucket seats with
leather seating surfaces
• RDS AM/FM stereo with
CD player and MP3
Playback and 7 speakers
New 1SA Package for
2005 Coupe
INCLUDES:
1SX features
PLUS:
•Luggage shade and
cargo convenience net
•Side-impact air bags for driver and passenger
•6-way power passenger seat Sport bucket seats with perforated leather seating surfaces and power lumbar
and wing adjustment
New 1SB Package for
2005 Coupe
INCLUDES:
• 1SX Features
• 1SA Features
PLUS:
• Auto-dimming inside and driverside
outside rearview mirrors
• Head-Up Display (HUD)
• Heated driver and passenger Seats
• HomeLink® transmitter
• Inside rearview mirror with compass
• Memory pkg with 2 driver settings
• Power telescopic steering column
with manual tilt
• RDS AM/FM stereo with 6-disc
in-dash CD changer, MP3
playback and Bose® premium
7-speaker system
So you can see there is a bit more to the 1SB package than you noted.
M
New 1SX Package
for 2005 Coupe
INCLUDES:
• Bucket seats with
leather seating surfaces
• RDS AM/FM stereo with
CD player and MP3
Playback and 7 speakers
New 1SA Package for
2005 Coupe
INCLUDES:
1SX features
PLUS:
•Luggage shade and
cargo convenience net
•Side-impact air bags for driver and passenger
•6-way power passenger seat Sport bucket seats with perforated leather seating surfaces and power lumbar
and wing adjustment
New 1SB Package for
2005 Coupe
INCLUDES:
• 1SX Features
• 1SA Features
PLUS:
• Auto-dimming inside and driverside
outside rearview mirrors
• Head-Up Display (HUD)
• Heated driver and passenger Seats
• HomeLink® transmitter
• Inside rearview mirror with compass
• Memory pkg with 2 driver settings
• Power telescopic steering column
with manual tilt
• RDS AM/FM stereo with 6-disc
in-dash CD changer, MP3
playback and Bose® premium
7-speaker system
So you can see there is a bit more to the 1SB package than you noted.
M
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 6,412
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From: Bluffton, SC
I originally wanted the 1SA, but it was on constraint so I got the 1SB. In retrospect, I'm very glad I did. The HUD is MUCH more useful than I expected and I check my speed on it constantly. The lateral G force meter is a blast. The heated seats, which I thought would never be used, get used almost daily until the car is warmed up. The telescoping steering wheel is slick, the 6 CD changer very convenient and easy to use, and the memory seats are a breeze to use. I also like the auto-dim rear view mirror with its built-in compass.
None of this effects the performance of the car at all, but it sure makes for a more user friendly environment. I also think that the resale value, if that's a factor, would be greater with the 1SB option package.
Stan
None of this effects the performance of the car at all, but it sure makes for a more user friendly environment. I also think that the resale value, if that's a factor, would be greater with the 1SB option package.
Stan
Pro
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 631
Likes: 255
From: Richmond Virginia
I'm kinda in the same boat with Stan. I wanted 1SA until I was told that it would take longer. The 1SB options, in my opinion are overpriced, but I like the HUD, homelink, the telescoping wheel etc. The stereo, as has been raised here repeatedly, is a weak link--but some are perfectly happy with it. The Vette overall, is a tremendous bang for the buck, and with the 1SA , you can really get a good price. Either way, there is likely no car in the world that gives you what the Vette does for the $$.
Team Owner
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Posts: 53,524
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From: Arizona
Originally Posted by DFAD
What is the thought on spending the extra dollars for the 1SB package? It seems like an expensive upgrade just to get HUD and 6 pak CD. I personally do not like the HUD but the 6 pak would be nice. Does anyone know if it is possible to add a 6 stack CD to the OEM BOSE, or do you need to forklift the whole stereo?
Racer
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 456
Likes: 0
From: Niwot CO
I think the added features in 1SB are fantastic. With the exception of the HUD, I have them in my other car and use them. Having experience with these features, do I think they are worth the added price? No.
Dana
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