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Old 05-11-2018, 01:51 PM
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My wife has a HUD, used it the the first couple weeks until the novelty wore off, same with a friend of mine. I find them distracting, especially considering the C7 dash/controls layout.
Old 05-11-2018, 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
My wife has a HUD, used it the the first couple weeks until the novelty wore off, same with a friend of mine. I find them distracting, especially considering the C7 dash/controls layout.
Loved HUD on the C6, that's why I wanted it on the C7. And it does help keep my head up.
Old 05-11-2018, 02:22 PM
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You know what this proves that Chevrolet needs to start selling options again.

Now a days everything is part of a package and you need to pay for stuff you didn't want just to get the one or two things you really wanted.
Old 05-11-2018, 03:57 PM
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I feel the 'base' Stingray has the sleekest looks of any C7. That being said, I got the 2LT for, among other features, HUD, Homelink, and memory package. I use each of these, and when needed, appreciate the other 2LT features such as h/v seats, luggage shade and parcel net.
No regrets - prior research paid off.
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Old 05-11-2018, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by patentcad
Loved HUD on the C6, that's why I wanted it on the C7. And it does help keep my head up.
IMHO, there is no quicker way to find out exactly how fast one is going than to take a quick glance at the windshield HUD.

The only thing I really don't like about the current iteration of the HUD is that it no longer shows the active turn indicators as it did in both my C5 and C6. Sure, they are in the general display in the dash, but in my setup, the steering wheel completely blocks it.
Old 05-11-2018, 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Bob Beroza
You know what this proves that Chevrolet needs to start selling options again.

Now a days everything is part of a package and you need to pay for stuff you didn't want just to get the one or two things you really wanted.
Will never happen IMO, as selling packages as opposed to individual options is so much more efficient and profitable for them.
And as long as there are those willing pay a $4500 package price just to get a HUD, or a front camera there's no incentive for them to offer them separately.
Old 05-11-2018, 09:26 PM
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This thread and this forum are testimony to the time tested statement, “one size does not fit all.”
Old 05-11-2018, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by ExRedRacer
Ever driven a car with a Heads Up Display?
I have. My C6 had heads up. I dialed it down so it didn't obscure my view of the road. Just my own preference. For those who like the options it's good they're available.
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
My wife has a HUD, used it the the first couple weeks until the novelty wore off, same with a friend of mine. I find them distracting, especially considering the C7 dash/controls layout.
I thought I was the only one who found the HUD to be an annoying distraction to the view of the road.
Old 05-12-2018, 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Southeast Beast
That's what I'm talking about,sounds like a sweet ride.
It’s fantastic.I would like it better if it was A LT4 than an LT1 But can’t have everything.



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