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Old 04-24-2015, 09:52 AM
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Default Official GM 2016 Release

http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us/...ette/2016.html

and for the Z06

http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us/...-z06-c7-r.html

Colors, appearance packages, Mag Rid on non Z51s available, Flat Bottom wheel, Mylink updates (can use phone apps), power cinch for hatch, front parking cams, new wheels.

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Thanks for sharing!

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Thanks!

No real deal-breakers over my '15, but I would have welcomed these:

Carbon Flash badge option deletes the chrome bar on the front grille

Carbon Fiber Hood option features a visible weave section

Flat-bottom steering wheel

Available two-tone GT seats – red or gray – offered in leather or suede

Power-cinch feature for coupe hatch and convertible trunk latches

Front curb view parking camera offered on Stingray 2LT/3LT
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NICE...

Thank you for this...Feelin good about getting a 15'.

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Carbon Flash badge option deletes the chrome bar on the front grille

Flat-bottom steering wheel
Only two I would care about. Not worth the wait or a price hike.

No pricing yet, I guess.
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Details on enhanced MyLink? I don't see it in the press release.
Old 04-24-2015, 10:13 AM
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The biggest news I think is the added availability of magnetic ride on non Z51 models now! That's going to make a lot of people happy! I think the changes for 2016 are pretty significant actually! I'm interested in seeing what the new standard wheel looks like too.
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Bummer no Apple Carplay.

I'm still glad I waited because I do like the other options!

Now the people that didn't wait can be happy and those of us that did can be too. LOL
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Originally Posted by FLS2K
Details on enhanced MyLink? I don't see it in the press release.
Curious about this too.
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so they got rid of the rear hatch cinch then realized we need it????
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Great info. Thanks!
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Originally Posted by SharkGrayStingray
so they got rid of the rear hatch cinch then realized we need it????
Yep. So much for "memory metal"
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Originally Posted by BlessedHellride
Bummer no Apple Carplay.

I'm still glad I waited because I do like the other options!

Now the people that didn't wait can be happy and those of us that did can be too. LOL
That may be part of enhanced MyLink. Hope more info comes out today.
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I wonder if the 2015 computer already has the camera inputs? That might make an interesting mod if we could add a curb parking camera (behind the grill, sheesh!)
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Originally Posted by FLS2K
Details on enhanced MyLink? I don't see it in the press release.
It is buried a few links through, from the Z06 listing, but text is:

MyLink enhancement details
Advanced phone integration technology in the 2016 Corvette Stingray provides owners a simple and intuitive way to use their compatible smartphone in their vehicle. It integrates certain phone functions onto the 8-inch-diagonal color touchscreen, allowing users to call up music, navigation apps and more.

Once the phone is plugged in to the MyLink USB port, users call up music (saved or streaming), travel/map apps and other apps using the MyLink touchscreen, leaving the phone safely stowed – and avoiding the need for the driver to take his or her eyes off the road. Using voice commands built into a smartphone, drivers can also dictate and hear text messages hands-free.

A projection icon on the MyLink screen is visible when a phone is not connected. The icon changes to indicate a specific technology brand name when a phone is connected. The user can enter advanced phone integration mode and exit to other MyLink settings and menus, while continuing to stream music or audible navigation directions from a compatible phone.

Complementing MyLink to enhance connectivity is OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. It provides a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stay connected. The hotspot is on whenever the vehicle is on.

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Originally Posted by C7s
That may be part of enhanced MyLink. Hope more info comes out today.
I hope you are right!!!
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Originally Posted by C7s
That may be part of enhanced MyLink. Hope more info comes out today.
I think you're correct.
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Originally Posted by z28lt1
It is burried a few links throuhg, from the Z06 listing, but text is:

MyLink enhancement details
Advanced phone integration technology in the 2016 Corvette Stingray provides owners a simple and intuitive way to use their compatible smartphone in their vehicle. It integrates certain phone functions onto the 8-inch-diagonal color touchscreen, allowing users to call up music, navigation apps and more.

Once the phone is plugged in to the MyLink USB port, users call up music (saved or streaming), travel/map apps and other apps using the MyLink touchscreen, leaving the phone safely stowed – and avoiding the need for the driver to take his or her eyes off the road. Using voice commands built into a smartphone, drivers can also dictate and hear text messages hands-free.

A projection icon on the MyLink screen is visible when a phone is not connected. The icon changes to indicate a specific technology brand name when a phone is connected. The user can enter advanced phone integration mode and exit to other MyLink settings and menus, while continuing to stream music or audible navigation directions from a compatible phone.

Complementing MyLink to enhance connectivity is OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. It provides a mobile hub for drivers and passengers to stay connected. The hotspot is on whenever the vehicle is on.


This sounds like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto!!!

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Originally Posted by SharkGrayStingray
so they got rid of the rear hatch cinch then realized we need it????
More or less. It's simply something that should be standard in a 55k plus msrp vehicle.
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Originally Posted by z28lt1
http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us/...ette/2016.html

and for the Z06

http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us/...-z06-c7-r.html

Colors, appearance packages, Mag Rid on non Z51s available, Flat Bottom wheel, Mylink updates (can use phone apps), power cinch for hatch, front parking cams, new wheels.
REALLY LIKE ALL 2016 FEATURES!
guess the rumor about possible two tone seat colors was just a rumor.
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Originally Posted by TBIRD57
REALLY LIKE ALL 2016 FEATURES!
guess the rumor about possible two tone seat colors was just a rumor.
Two-tone seating is in there.
"Available two-tone GT seats – red or gray – offered in leather or suede"


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