C7 Navigation System
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The big problem for me is getting a restaurant. Driving down the interstate you can not get my Infiniti GPS to list more then 6. It will not scroll. My Garmin will. Gas stations and restaurants while you are moving is a problem. So I use the Garmin for what the factory will not do.
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I just noticed something in the sales brochure:
Anybody find any images of this 3D nav?
Corvette Stingray will incorporate the simple, flexible, yet extremely powerful Chevrolet MyLink3 system that can fully integrate information from severalBluetooth®4
-enabled mobile devices, USBports, SD cards,MP3 players and an audio inputjack. An 8-inch LCD central display touch-screen (thatlowers for device storagewith USBportinside) provides access to third-party music services such asPandora® and allows for easy, undistracted access to a broad range offunctions — including many enhanced OnStar®5 features and 3-D navigation.
-enabled mobile devices, USBports, SD cards,MP3 players and an audio inputjack. An 8-inch LCD central display touch-screen (thatlowers for device storagewith USBportinside) provides access to third-party music services such asPandora® and allows for easy, undistracted access to a broad range offunctions — including many enhanced OnStar®5 features and 3-D navigation.
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Sounds like the integration is very similar to my Infiniti G. I recently updated mine...Map update was $99 and install was $65 --- very reasonable IMHO.
I'll always get the factory integrated unit, just a matter of ease, safety, and functionality.
I'll always get the factory integrated unit, just a matter of ease, safety, and functionality.
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Great to have another Texan on board. As for dealer upgrade fees time will tell and those of us that have bought from the same dealer many times over might not be charged at all or at a reduced rate. My issue is more the fact that the unit disallows changes while the vehicle is in motion and the new cockpit design will make it hard for the s/o to use it from her side of the car. My LG Optimus G Pro has a huge screen and the wife can use it while I'm driving. In addition, one can't put the factory unit in the back pocket while walking around and use it either. To my way of thinking it is simply another way for the dealers to boost their bottom line.
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I only paid $85 at Best Buy for my Garmin 40LM and it includes FREE map updates, four times a year. I just plug it into my computer and it goes to work downloading and updating, while I do other work.
If it craps out, I can replace it cheaper than I can a factory NAV and I will end up with the latest version Garmin, not a primitive GM replacement unit.
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Map update was $99 and $65 to install the map update? Is that correct?
I only paid $85 at Best Buy for my Garmin 40LM and it includes FREE map updates, four times a year. I just plug it into my computer and it goes to work downloading and updating, while I do other work.
If it craps out, I can replace it cheaper than I can a factory NAV and I will end up with the latest version Garmin, not a primitive GM replacement unit.
I only paid $85 at Best Buy for my Garmin 40LM and it includes FREE map updates, four times a year. I just plug it into my computer and it goes to work downloading and updating, while I do other work.
If it craps out, I can replace it cheaper than I can a factory NAV and I will end up with the latest version Garmin, not a primitive GM replacement unit.
Got one of those too. 
Though I do have to admit that since I got the LG with it's 5.5" diag. screen, the Garmin has been relegated to back up status.
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Any navigation will do its job (except Nokia's. LOL), but I'm partially buying my C7 for its looks and creature comforts. If the navigation looks like this, then I'm OK with it. Even if it looks somewhat dated after a few years.
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Excellent! Thank you. That does help put my mind at ease.
Any navigation will do its job (except Nokia's. LOL), but I'm partially buying my C7 for its looks and creature comforts. If the navigation looks like this, then I'm OK with it. Even if it looks somewhat dated after a few years.
Any navigation will do its job (except Nokia's. LOL), but I'm partially buying my C7 for its looks and creature comforts. If the navigation looks like this, then I'm OK with it. Even if it looks somewhat dated after a few years.
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When I bought my C6 I ordered it with the nav. It has been on 3-4 times in 3 years! I got it only for the re-sale value...hoping that the next buyer didn't know anything about the Corvette nav system! I am sure I get some giggles when someone walks by the Vert, and sees my Garmin sitting on the dash above the nav system.
I will be getting the nav in my C7, and hopefully, not just for the re-sale this time!
I will be getting the nav in my C7, and hopefully, not just for the re-sale this time!
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It interacts with both the HUD and the IP very nicely. In my opinion, you will not need the Garmin at all and you can relegate that to duty in other vehicles.