Bonehead Mistake Ordering 2022
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Bonehead Mistake Ordering 2022
I accidentally (don't ask me how) ordered a 2022 Corvette with the Z51 package without the mag ride. I know its not necessary, but I wanted it. I called the dealership to ask if I could change it, they told me my order is on 3000, so the answer is no. I asked about getting the mag ride installed after the fact, they said it was $6000. Doesn't seem worth it at that point. I also know I could just sell the car (on the list for September production) and order a new one. However, I'd rather keep my car if I can.
Is there an aftermarket option I can get that provides the effects of mag ride that will work with the Z51 suspension and produce the same effects, even if it doesn't work the same mechanically?
Is there an aftermarket option I can get that provides the effects of mag ride that will work with the Z51 suspension and produce the same effects, even if it doesn't work the same mechanically?
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Aug 4, 2021, 04:59 PM
Le Mans Master
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I have no idea where they got $6k from. They probably just added up all the parts and threw a ton of labor on top. Not that it matters. GM won't support the reprogramming to make it actually function.
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I think you will be fine, the car is amazing with it or without it. If it is that serious I would go on the list for another car and sell this one, you won't spend 6k out of pocket this way.
Edit ( I don't think its even possible to add after the build)
Edit ( I don't think its even possible to add after the build)
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I have no idea where they got $6k from. They probably just added up all the parts and threw a ton of labor on top. Not that it matters. GM won't support the reprogramming to make it actually function.
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GM has allowed changes at 3000 before. Your dealer needs to contact GM/BGA (not sure what the proper way to do that is, but other dealers have done it) and ask. It will probably push the order back to the next consensus, but that's not going to have much effect on build date at this point.
To answer your question, though, I don't think there will be any way to add it after the fact, either with the authentic GM parts or aftermarket. There are so many aspects to MSRC that it would be nearly impossible, even if GM would allow the dealer to reprogram the car (or sell them a new computer). It's not just the shocks, but accelerometers on the suspension components, all the wiring, and probably more.
To answer your question, though, I don't think there will be any way to add it after the fact, either with the authentic GM parts or aftermarket. There are so many aspects to MSRC that it would be nearly impossible, even if GM would allow the dealer to reprogram the car (or sell them a new computer). It's not just the shocks, but accelerometers on the suspension components, all the wiring, and probably more.
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I accidentally (don't ask me how) ordered a 2022 Corvette with the Z51 package without the mag ride. I know its not necessary, but I wanted it. I called the dealership to ask if I could change it, they told me my order is on 3000, so the answer is no. I asked about getting the mag ride installed after the fact, they said it was $6000. Doesn't seem worth it at that point. I also know I could just sell the car (on the list for September production) and order a new one. However, I'd rather keep my car if I can.
Is there an aftermarket option I can get that provides the effects of mag ride that will work with the Z51 suspension and produce the same effects, even if it doesn't work the same mechanically?
Is there an aftermarket option I can get that provides the effects of mag ride that will work with the Z51 suspension and produce the same effects, even if it doesn't work the same mechanically?
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3500 I believe you are screwed, I have heard of other people that changed theirs at 3000 and GM made them go to the end of the line which they complained their dealer didn't tell them would happen.
I think the simplest thing is to change your order and get the magride, go to the end of the queue and spend the extra time saving up for all the doodads you will be buying later. At least this way you have no regrets.
I think the simplest thing is to change your order and get the magride, go to the end of the queue and spend the extra time saving up for all the doodads you will be buying later. At least this way you have no regrets.
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