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Jul 12, 2018 | 04:48 PM

walleyejack

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Console lid

just wondering if anyone has had to replace the Console lid on the C7, mine is all stretched and looks like crap, i think it is caused by my one handed driving and my elbow on the console. Same with the door arm rest, needs to be replaced as there is a dent in the drivers arm rest. I need to more diligent and not do this i think.The local dealer is replacing both pieces, and they aren t cheap.

Jul 12, 2018 | 05:07 PM

beaversstonehaven

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If your car is still under warranty it should be covered. Mine was and I am not an elbow digger. Good Luck.

Jul 12, 2018 | 05:50 PM

Red C8 of Jax

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Common problem, could happen again and again!!!!!

Jul 12, 2018 | 05:53 PM

Kevin A Jones

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Newer production, improved lids "are supposed to" hold up better.

Jul 12, 2018 | 06:42 PM

mdolandese

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Very common a lot of info on that in other threads

Jul 12, 2018 | 06:50 PM

joemessman

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Mine was fine for 2.5 years. Then......I started using sunscreen on the back part of my arm and elbows. After a week this is what it looked like! Yikes.

Jul 12, 2018 | 07:08 PM

C5_Tom

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On my third one in 16 months. We'll see how well this one lasts.

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Jul 12, 2018 | 07:10 PM

tadda

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Wow...you guys are brutal on those pads! Or did GM improve the padding on later models?

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Jul 12, 2018 | 07:20 PM

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My MY16 is perfect and I have bone(y) elbows. I think many were just flawed. Lots of threads with folks getting a replacement under warranty.

Jul 12, 2018 | 07:39 PM

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TEXHAWK0

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I just got a black face towel at Walmart, folded it and keep it on the console... Provides padding, absorbs moisture from arm, and not damage to lid..
I know, tacky, tacky, tacky...

Jul 12, 2018 | 08:49 PM

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Not an unusual problem - I've seen several C7s around here that have the same issues with the console lid.

Jul 12, 2018 | 08:51 PM

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Dcasole

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom760

Wow...you guys are brutal on those pads! Or did GM improve the padding on later models?

I will let you know , Dealer covered mine under a good will warranty , looked just like the guys above

Dave

Jul 12, 2018 | 08:53 PM

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cheapthrills

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my 15 did it and replaced under warranty, my 17 looks like crap after 7k miles. Have them replace it next time it's in.

Jul 12, 2018 | 08:57 PM

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Dcasole

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxpowers

My MY16 is perfect and I have bone(y) elbows. I think many were just flawed. Lots of threads with folks getting a replacement under warranty.

I think a lot has to do with the heat , live down south , and also have a clear top , it got so hot in my car I could not hold on to the wheel , the leather on the console cover would just wrinkle up like crazy , then at night , in my garage it would cool down and the console cover would look like nothing was wrong with it . After a few months it did not look so good after cooling down which I can only attribute to stretching while it was hot

Dealer replaced it under a good will warranty ( and even if they did not I was prepared to buy a new one ) , and I bought the inside targa top sun shade that is held on by vacuum cups , My interior is 100% cooler , my air conditioner works so much better and I am confident that I wont have any problems with my new console cover

Dave

Jul 12, 2018 | 08:59 PM

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MikeERWNC

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That looks like the one I just sold on EBAY for 40.00.
There are forum members who have like new ones available. I posted in For Sale section for one and several guys offered.
100.00 for a like new one was worth it.

The stretched one makes a good carcass for a customer lid cover.

Jul 13, 2018 | 07:31 AM

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Deftly

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I had 2 lids covered under warranty. Finally got one of the newer versions and no issues now.

Jul 13, 2018 | 09:17 AM

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Red C8 of Jax

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I have the same problem, no warranty, will go to my favorite auto upholstery shop for better foam.

Jul 13, 2018 | 10:30 AM

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SilverScorp

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Yea, same here. I kinda wish that I could get the plastic console cover with the logo. Never had problems with it.

Jul 13, 2018 | 10:35 AM

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speed4tu

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Im going to get the one on my 16 replaced next time its in for an oil change.

Jul 13, 2018 | 10:41 AM

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walleyejack

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Quote:

Originally Posted by joemessman

Mine was fine for 2.5 years. Then......I started using sunscreen on the back part of my arm and elbows. After a week this is what it looked like! Yikes.

that is what my chit looks like also . not sure how many times they will replace under warranty, hopefully the first time is enough.

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