View Poll Results: Should I pay the extra money on 2LT package to get performance exhaust and/or magneti
Performance exhaust only
41
30.15%
Magnetic ride only
4
2.94%
Both performance exhaust and magnetic ride options
91
66.91%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 136. You may not vote on this poll
Performance exhaust
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From: Garden Valley CA
I'm a fan of them both but I'm prejudiced since I ordered them both (actually, I went Z51 3LT).
I wouldn't buy a Corvette without MSRC. And performance exhaust gives you more options even if you swap it out for an aftermarket exhaust later on.
I wouldn't buy a Corvette without MSRC. And performance exhaust gives you more options even if you swap it out for an aftermarket exhaust later on.
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I ditched the Z51 package - because I rarely tracked my C6 or C7 with the Z51 package - and went with the MSRC, performance exhaust, and the front lift. I don't regret my decision at all.
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Joined: Mar 2020
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From: Colorado
I selected a 2LT with both MSRC and NPP exhaust. I would personally recommend both. Both options are noticeable (ride softness/firmness as well as volume and character of exhaust note). I like having the ability to go canyon-carving here in Colorado with the top off, the ride set to firm (even track doesn't seem too firm to me), manually shifting with the paddles, and the exhaust set to it's maximum level. Then I can put the top back on, put it in 'Touring' with automatic shifting, turn on the A/C and get a quiet soft ride home to relax. This car is capable of being a totally different identity when you want it to with these options.
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Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 19
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From: Slidell, La
I have a non-Z51 2LT. I got the NPP exhaust but not MRC. I haven't missed the magnetic ride one bit and I really like the performance exhaust. I find the stand suspension on the non-z51 car is great, I wasn't looking for an overly soft ride but from what I understand it's not as stiff as a z51 without MRC. It's a great set up for me. My car won't see a track.
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Joined: Jul 2004
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From: South West - but north of Dayton, Ohio
If someone decides to get an aftermarket with active valves, they will need to purchase the NPP for the availability to control the valves. Very difficult to control otherwise or add this option later.
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Lots of discussion about mag ride on the forum. Some feel it's almost a necessity, some don't think it does anything. I think it's great, but acknowledge its value depends on how you use the car, the road quality where you live, and other factors.
NPP almost everyone likes (95% in your poll, so far). Some don't think it's loud enough and just go straight to aftermarket. A few want their car quiet all the time. I find it loud enough most of the time from outside the car, but especially in a coupe many people want more sound inside the car. I like being able to quiet it down on the highway, or when my wife is in the car, but have it reasonably loud most of the time. NPP is a very popular option, either as part of the Z51 package or stand-alone, and will probably help with resale later.
NPP almost everyone likes (95% in your poll, so far). Some don't think it's loud enough and just go straight to aftermarket. A few want their car quiet all the time. I find it loud enough most of the time from outside the car, but especially in a coupe many people want more sound inside the car. I like being able to quiet it down on the highway, or when my wife is in the car, but have it reasonably loud most of the time. NPP is a very popular option, either as part of the Z51 package or stand-alone, and will probably help with resale later.
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From: Harrisburg PA
Lots of discussion about mag ride on the forum. Some feel it's almost a necessity, some don't think it does anything. I think it's great, but acknowledge its value depends on how you use the car, the road quality where you live, and other factors.
NPP almost everyone likes (95% in your poll, so far). Some don't think it's loud enough and just go straight to aftermarket. A few want their car quiet all the time. I find it loud enough most of the time from outside the car, but especially in a coupe many people want more sound inside the car. I like being able to quiet it down on the highway, or when my wife is in the car, but have it reasonably loud most of the time. NPP is a very popular option, either as part of the Z51 package or stand-alone, and will probably help with resale later.
NPP almost everyone likes (95% in your poll, so far). Some don't think it's loud enough and just go straight to aftermarket. A few want their car quiet all the time. I find it loud enough most of the time from outside the car, but especially in a coupe many people want more sound inside the car. I like being able to quiet it down on the highway, or when my wife is in the car, but have it reasonably loud most of the time. NPP is a very popular option, either as part of the Z51 package or stand-alone, and will probably help with resale later.