C7 comparison
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C7 comparison
In buying a C7 Vette, what are the key differences between a 2014 through 2016 that you should be aware of in comparing what year to buy. Aside from the price, are there differences for example between a 14 and 15 that would drive you to search for a 15 vs. 14?
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Coming from a 2014 - they are considered the most reliable of all C7 years... However, I can say that one thing I would have ABSOLUTELY wanted was a front facing camera for parking. I believe in 2016 these cameras became standard (please correct me if Im wrong). But when I buy my next C7, that will be a "must have" feature.
Nice features to have as well:
- NPP Exhaust
- FE4 Mag Ride
- Z51 - adds a ton of performance upgrades unless you're looking at a Grand Sport - then they are already included
Nice features to have as well:
- NPP Exhaust
- FE4 Mag Ride
- Z51 - adds a ton of performance upgrades unless you're looking at a Grand Sport - then they are already included
Last edited by Mayor111; Apr 17, 2019 at 12:49 PM.
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I consider these must haves 
Front camera, PDR and Apple Car play are the only things missing in my 2014 that I want. All of them can technically be solved via the aftermarket. I've gotten around the front camera limitation by just backing into most spots.
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Coming from a 2014 - they are considered the most reliable of all C7 years... However, I can say that one thing I would have ABSOLUTELY wanted was a front facing camera for parking. I believe in 2016 these cameras became standard (please correct me if Im wrong). But when I buy my next C7, that will be a "must have" feature.
Nice features to have as well:
- NPP Exhaust
- FE4 Mag Ride
- Z51 - adds a ton of performance upgrades unless you're looking at a Grand Sport - then they are already included
Nice features to have as well:
- NPP Exhaust
- FE4 Mag Ride
- Z51 - adds a ton of performance upgrades unless you're looking at a Grand Sport - then they are already included
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