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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 09:36 PM
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Looking at some c7's. What's a 3lt have that a 2lt doesn't? Thanks.
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1LT Trim/Equipment Package:
A nicely equipped sportscar including 8” touchscreen, Bose AM-FM 9 speaker stereo, 3 month Sirius/XM,MP3, MyLink, OnStar, 4G LTE, 8” HD driver info screen, leather power GT sports seats, power break set/release, power locks/windows, active handling, dual-zone AC, keyless access/start, power tilt/telescopic, leather wrap steering w/flat bottom wheel, cruise control, tire pressure monitor, driver, passenger and side airbags, carbon fiber hood, Bremo 4-piston disc brakes, rear view camera, coup- body color painted carbon fiber roof panels, convertible- power soft-top which can be lowered remotely.

2LT includes (initially added $4500 to MSRP):
Adds a few necessities including everything found in the 1LT plus: Console and door panels in interior color, Lumbar/wing adjust, Heated/vented seats, Seat emblems, front camera, 10-speaker Bose® premium audio system, Universal Home Remote, Auto-dimming mirrors, Memory Package, Head-Up Display, SiriusXM Satellite Radio with one-year subscription, Enhanced Theft-Deterrent Package, Luggage shade/cargo net

3LT includes (initially added $9745 to MSRP):
Everything found in the 1LT and 2LT plus: upgraded leather. Keep in mind that there's risk of leather dash peeling/cracking in 3LT C7s resulting in approx $3000 repair.



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Just depends on what you want.
I have the 3lt since it’s a collector edition but so far so good on the dash issue (knock on wood).
It matters to some on resale of course down the road.
Get what you want.
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3lts have a lot more goodies on em, and used are a great deal. Option $s aren't recouped on used cars.
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Originally Posted by o2bnkc
Looking at some c7's. What's a 3lt have that a 2lt doesn't? Thanks.
Dashboard delamination problems is what 3LTs have that 2LTs don't. At least in some cases.
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Originally Posted by Skid Row Joe
3lts have a lot more goodies on em, and used are a great deal. Option $s aren't recouped on used cars.
3LT includes (initially added $9745 to MSRP):
Everything found in the 1LT and 2LT plus: Navigation, PDR upgraded leather. Keep in mind that there's risk of leather dash peeling/cracking in 3LT C7s resulting in approx $3000 repair.

A lot more???
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Here you go.
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3LT also adds suede covered a pillars, roof etc.

If the car is a few years old and no delamination then you are probably in the clear. A lot people dont notice the delamination until its pointed out to them.
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I think the 3lt has more issues with the dash!!!
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The 3LT has the 10th speaker which is a sub in the back. From what I've read on here and heard with my own ears, that sub makes a big difference in cabin sound quality.
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The 3LT has the 10th speaker which is a sub in the back. From what I've read on here and heard with my own ears, that sub makes a big difference in cabin sound quality.
2LT has the 10-speaker system, too.
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
3LT includes (initially added $9745 to MSRP):
Everything found in the 1LT and 2LT plus: Navigation, PDR upgraded leather. Keep in mind that there's risk of leather dash peeling/cracking in 3LT C7s resulting in approx $3000 repair.

A lot more???
Has little to do with used prices...
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Thanks guys. I've been waffling back and forth between a c7 and c8, I know the differences between the two in a c8, which seems to be the same in a c7. Thanks again to everybody!
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Thanks guys. I've been waffling back and forth between a c7 and c8, I know the differences between the two in a c8, which seems to be the same in a c7. Thanks again to everybody!
If you're an automatic transmission buyer, I'd go with a 2020 Up Corvette. I'd also order the 3lt, MSRC, and convertible options.
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
3LT includes (initially added $9745 to MSRP):
Everything found in the 1LT and 2LT plus: Navigation, PDR upgraded leather. Keep in mind that there's risk of leather dash peeling/cracking in 3LT C7s resulting in approx $3000 repair.

A lot more???
It depends on the year. My C7, with 3LT, does not have PDR
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Originally Posted by Skid Row Joe
If you're an automatic transmission buyer, I'd go with a 2020 Up Corvette. I'd also order the 3lt, MSRC, and convertible options.
That's why I've been having a hard time between the two. I vowed long ago never to get a c8 because they were all autos, but I really like the HTC's and the overall look of the car, so that may be falling by the wayside. Plus I can't get a c7 in orange.
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Originally Posted by o2bnkc
That's why I've been having a hard time between the two. I vowed long ago never to get a c8 because they were all autos, but I really like the HTC's and the overall look of the car, so that may be falling by the wayside. Plus I can't get a c7 in orange.
2018 Corvettes I know had Sebring Orange. A most attractive Orange, at least to me. They're a different Orange now. Atomic?? The transmission is up to you.
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
1LT Trim/Equipment Package:
A nicely equipped sportscar including 8” touchscreen, Bose AM-FM 9 speaker stereo, 3 month Sirius/XM,MP3, MyLink, OnStar, 4G LTE, 8” HD driver info screen, leather power GT sports seats, power break set/release, power locks/windows, active handling, dual-zone AC, keyless access/start, power tilt/telescopic, leather wrap steering w/flat bottom wheel, cruise control, tire pressure monitor, driver, passenger and side airbags, carbon fiber hood, Bremo 4-piston disc brakes, rear view camera, coup- body color painted carbon fiber roof panels, convertible- power soft-top which can be lowered remotely.

2LT includes (initially added $4500 to MSRP):
Adds a few necessities including everything found in the 1LT plus: Console and door panels in interior color, Lumbar/wing adjust, Heated/vented seats, Seat emblems, front camera, 10-speaker Bose® premium audio system, Universal Home Remote, Auto-dimming mirrors, Memory Package, Head-Up Display, SiriusXM Satellite Radio with one-year subscription, Enhanced Theft-Deterrent Package, Luggage shade/cargo net

3LT includes (initially added $9745 to MSRP):
Everything found in the 1LT and 2LT plus: Navigation, PDR upgraded leather. Keep in mind that there's risk of leather dash peeling/cracking in 3LT C7s resulting in approx $3000 repair.
Hi Kevin,
Did this change as the years passed, in particular on 2019 models?
When I got my 19 GS 2LT, The only item I was able to find different on the 3LT was upgraded leather and roof liner material that sort of appeared better looking. Everything else was same on on my 2LT. Maybe the GSs were different or I wasn't looking hard enough?

Thanks,
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Originally Posted by Vipula AD
Hi Kevin,
Did this change as the years passed, in particular on 2019 models?
When I got my 19 GS 2LT, The only item I was able to find different on the 3LT was upgraded leather and roof liner material that sort of appeared better looking. Everything else was same on on my 2LT. Maybe the GSs were different or I wasn't looking hard enough?

Thanks,
Very possibly as the above info was accurate around 2018 when I put in my files to share here since the question was brought up so often, however I didn't make the effort to update it every year, however will go out on a limb and state it's probably 95% accurate.



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