C7 Model Identification
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C7 Model Identification
Last year I purchased a new C7 3LT with Z51 option. I am now trying to verify it is a 3LT / Z51 but have not been able to find any reference or tag that identifies the model. One person said the model is on a tag in the glove compartment. But I could not find any such tag. How can I validate that my C7 is in fact a 3LT / Z51?
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Look up in the STICKY THREADS section under MANUALS,... and see "DECODING a 2014 VIN" or "DECODING a 2015 VIN" as appropriate. Your VIN has trim level xLT, Z51 or not encoded. There is also a sticker under the rear carpet that has all of the RPO codes for other options.
Lots of good info in the STICKIES to help you understand this stuff.
If it was new, you have the information on the window sticker.
Ron
Lots of good info in the STICKIES to help you understand this stuff.
If it was new, you have the information on the window sticker.
Ron
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You can get this and other info from your VIN#.
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"Base car" is not a model or an official term. To distinguish between the 2 models (Stingray and Z06), you have one or the other. The next identifier, for the Stingray, is 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, much like Accord DX, LX, and EX. The rest are packages/options which are generally not mentioned when asked what model you have. If folks want to refer to their car as a just a "Z51" if it has that package, ok, but it's not technically correct.
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"Base car" is not a model or an official term. To distinguish between the 2 models (Stingray and Z06), you have one or the other. The next identifier, for the Stingray, is 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, much like Accord DX, LX, and EX. The rest are packages/options which are generally not mentioned when asked what model you have. If folks want to refer to their car as a just a "Z51" if it has that package, ok, but it's not technically correct.
model. They are not aware of this as they charge a lot more to insure one.
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Just paid my annual vehicle property tax bill (>$100O for a 2014!) and found out they use the 5th VIN character to define the value! That goes from a base/1LT to a Z51/3LT! Don't have to call it a model, it defines the value and that is what I paid on! Granted my CF roof and wheels are not included they are options but the other items are identified in the VIN! Sounds like the insurance company is doing the same!
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We hear you. The insurance companies will do whatever necessary to make more money, even if it means twisting the definition of "model".
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Last year I purchased a new C7 3LT with Z51 option. I am now trying to verify it is a 3LT / Z51 but have not been able to find any reference or tag that identifies the model. One person said the model is on a tag in the glove compartment. But I could not find any such tag. How can I validate that my C7 is in fact a 3LT / Z51?
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Z51 is listed as a Model by GM in 2015. Interior Groups are listed Options as are most other items. Was the same for 2014.
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