Navigation update
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Navigation update
Simple question....Is the Navigation Update worth the money? I just got an email with a special offer $99.00 I live in the Tampa Bay area and new streets are made almost daily with all the new housing developments that are being built. I have a 2016 Vert that I got in Aug of 2015...I never had the Apple/Andriod update...now they want $165 to do it.
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From: Delray Beach, Florida
I'm actually a bit pissed off about this. Just six months ago they were pushing the new 2019 update which was also on sale. I bought it mainly do to the unreliability of the Apple Carplay. I've had it crap out in the middle of en-route to a location and was not able to get it back working unless I turned off the car.
Well if I knew they were coming out with a 2020 version in six months, I would not have bought it. If it was a year between releases, well ok. But six months. What a rip off!
Well if I knew they were coming out with a 2020 version in six months, I would not have bought it. If it was a year between releases, well ok. But six months. What a rip off!
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I purchased the Nav update last December for the $99 special. My '14 still had the original map load in the car and IMO, the 2019 update was well worth the money. My Nav system has worked much better since the update. If you still have the original maps in your system, they are at least 4 years old so if it were me, I would get the update.
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After some expensive and painful experience with the "update" not including major changes that were YEARS OLD, I decided I MIGHT update every three to four years, and use my iPhone for assistance in strange areas...
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There's many alternatives as mentioned.
But if you like using the Factory NAV it's worth it for $99.00 ..
I like the Factory NAV and updated it in my 2016 Coupe in June before a trip to FL.
I noticed 3 different destinations and random roads that are now in the map that weren't listed before.
To each their own
But if you like using the Factory NAV it's worth it for $99.00 ..
I like the Factory NAV and updated it in my 2016 Coupe in June before a trip to FL.
I noticed 3 different destinations and random roads that are now in the map that weren't listed before.
To each their own
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Is it "worth" it? Heck If I know. But at $99, I don't care about $99 if I update it every other year... Or every 3 years.. It's nice to say it's updated if you sell it... It might mean you care about the car a little bit...
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How to I get the $99 special for my 2014 that has never been updated. I generally use Waze but sometimes I need to use my phone for other things and would like to use the car Nav when I want with better confidence then I do now. It's not horrible but I love Waze. That said, is there a link someone can provide or forward the email or do can I just call dealer and mention I heard about a $99 Nav update?
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Thanks! My 2014 has the original maps as well and it would be nice to update for a reasonable price of $99 so I Just Ordered and thanks for providing the link! The instructions says it takes about 50 Minute to install and the car must be running so I have to make sure tank is full! LOL 
Go to this link https://gmnavdisc.navigation.com/home/en_US/GMNA/USD.
I purchased the Nav update last December for the $99 special. My '14 still had the original map load in the car and IMO, the 2019 update was well worth the money. My Nav system has worked much better since the update. If you still have the original maps in your system, they are at least 4 years old so if it were me, I would get the update.
How to I get the $99 special for my 2014 that has never been updated. I generally use Waze but sometimes I need to use my phone for other things and would like to use the car Nav when I want with better confidence then I do now. It's not horrible but I love Waze. That said, is there a link someone can provide or forward the email or do can I just call dealer and mention I heard about a $99 Nav update?
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https://gmnavdisc.navigation.com/pro...en_US/GMNA/USD
Last edited by Null Pointer; Oct 8, 2019 at 04:01 PM.
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I update every 2-3 years depending on travel needs and local road changes.
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I think this one is new. The v.2019 update was part number 84513064 for 2016-2018 vettes. The pn for this update is 84667844.
https://gmnavdisc.navigation.com/pro...en_US/GMNA/USD
https://gmnavdisc.navigation.com/pro...en_US/GMNA/USD
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From: Charlotte, NC
It says to install it while car is running but not to drive it. But I am not going to just have the car sit in the garage for an hour running lol, Mine delivered today, so I will install it this week but drive it for the hour it says it needs.
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It says that but after you begin the process it says on the screen ok to drive. And it doesn't take an hour. Much less.
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Sure it's worth it. If you travel frequently to unknown areas it is pretty good to do so. I won't debate the other options. I'm liking the factory nav more and more after looking at my red failure display on the Android Auto. I have tried different phones, different cables and different C7s, and other cars with my AA and the "unplug and reconnect" message is getting a little too much. I didn't mind it happening every few days or so, but it is getting a little annoying now.
I find the factory NAV to be at least reliable for getting me around and don't have to worry about annoying error messages. I know it has some shortcomings, but all in all it does a good job for me. $99 is only two tanks of gas.
I find the factory NAV to be at least reliable for getting me around and don't have to worry about annoying error messages. I know it has some shortcomings, but all in all it does a good job for me. $99 is only two tanks of gas.
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According to that link, it is for 2016 through 2019.
Compatibility
Buick Enclave 2018 - 2019
Buick Encore 2017 - 2019
Buick Envision 2017 - 2019
Buick LaCrosse 2016 - 2019
Buick Regal 2016 - 2018
Cadillac ATS 2016 - 2017
Cadillac CT6 2016 - 2018
Cadillac CTS 2016 - 2017
Cadillac ELR 2016
Cadillac Escalade 2016 - 2019
Cadillac XT5 2017 - 2019
Cadillac XTS 2016 - 2017
Chevrolet Camaro 2016 - 2018
Chevrolet Colorado 2016 - 2018
Chevrolet Corvette 2016 - 2019
Compatibility
Buick Enclave 2018 - 2019
Buick Encore 2017 - 2019
Buick Envision 2017 - 2019
Buick LaCrosse 2016 - 2019
Buick Regal 2016 - 2018
Cadillac ATS 2016 - 2017
Cadillac CT6 2016 - 2018
Cadillac CTS 2016 - 2017
Cadillac ELR 2016
Cadillac Escalade 2016 - 2019
Cadillac XT5 2017 - 2019
Cadillac XTS 2016 - 2017
Chevrolet Camaro 2016 - 2018
Chevrolet Colorado 2016 - 2018
Chevrolet Corvette 2016 - 2019
Last edited by Null Pointer; Oct 8, 2019 at 05:57 PM.