thinking about pulling the thigger on a GS. got a few questions....
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thinking about pulling the thigger on a GS. got a few questions....
...think im going to wait on the 2012 model. any changes for 2012 on the horizon? i don't have anything against the 2011 it's just that it's so close to the model change and i plan on ordering it. i got a 2008 JSB and what to keep that color. it has the titanium seats but was thinking cashmere with white finder strips but im worried the may not look right. anybody have JSB white cashmere? picture would be cool.
next on the option list the heritage package, does that include the two tone leather? if so, does that also include the stitching? it's more than just hash marks right?
they come standard with the track suspension right? i have the Z51 on mine now. is the standard suspension the same? i see they only offer the F55.
next on chevy's web site they list a tire option. whats the deal with that?
basically any info on the GS, i'll take. thanks guys. i gotta run but will check back later.
next on the option list the heritage package, does that include the two tone leather? if so, does that also include the stitching? it's more than just hash marks right?
they come standard with the track suspension right? i have the Z51 on mine now. is the standard suspension the same? i see they only offer the F55.
next on chevy's web site they list a tire option. whats the deal with that?
basically any info on the GS, i'll take. thanks guys. i gotta run but will check back later.
Last edited by Atomic Punk; 05-17-2011 at 09:14 AM.
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...think im going to wait on the 2012 model. any changes for 2012 on the horizon? i don't have anything against the 2011 it's just that it's so close to the model change and i plan on ordering it. i got a 2008 JSB and what to keep that color. it has the titanium seats but was thinking cashmere with white finder strips but im worried the may not look right. anybody have JSB white cashmere? picture would be cool.
next on the option list the heritage package, does that include the two tone leather? if so, does that also include the stitching? it's more than just hash marks right?
they come standard with the track suspension right? i have the Z51 on mine now. is the standard suspension the same? i see they only offer the F55.
next on chevy's web site they list a tire option. whats the deal with that?
basically any info on the GS, i'll take. thanks guys. i gotta run but will check back later.
next on the option list the heritage package, does that include the two tone leather? if so, does that also include the stitching? it's more than just hash marks right?
they come standard with the track suspension right? i have the Z51 on mine now. is the standard suspension the same? i see they only offer the F55.
next on chevy's web site they list a tire option. whats the deal with that?
basically any info on the GS, i'll take. thanks guys. i gotta run but will check back later.
I have seen a lot of Corvettes, but none in the combo you mention.
Here is one currently available (JSB w/ 2 tone ebony/titanium) - and with white stripes. I have more info for those interested...
As mentioned, JSB was dropped in April. No more for 2011 or 2012
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Your going to have to rethink your color combo, no Jetstream Blue for 2012.
Heritage pkg is just decals and headrest logo.
You can order 2-tone seats as an option with any 3lt interior to get a full two tone interior, unless you order ebony.
4lt will give you everything in two tone including seats, door panels, dash etc. except in ebony.
Magnetic ride suspension is available in auto or M6 Transmission.
Heritage pkg is just decals and headrest logo.
You can order 2-tone seats as an option with any 3lt interior to get a full two tone interior, unless you order ebony.
4lt will give you everything in two tone including seats, door panels, dash etc. except in ebony.
Magnetic ride suspension is available in auto or M6 Transmission.
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You can order just 2 tone seats alone. Heritage pkg is cool to. If you want a coupe, you get dry sump oil system, and a hand built mill, if you get the M6. Just a few things for ya.Happy shopping.
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Here is a list of available options for 2011, JSB is not available for order
BASE CORVETTE GRAND SPORT COUPE
INCLUDES $950 DESTINATION CHARGE
MSRP
$55,740.00
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUPS
1LT Option Group
$0.00
2LT Option Group
$1195.00
3LT Option Group
$4205.00
4LT Option Group
$7705.00
EXTERIOR COLORS
10U Arctic White $0.00
41U Black $0.00
45U Velocity Yellow $850.00
57U Cyber Grey $0.00
17U Blade Silver $0.00
70U Torch Red $0.00
85U Jetstream Blue $850.00
89U Crystal Red $850.00
28U Inferno Orange Metallic $300.00
GLB Supersonic Blue Metallic $300.00
INTERIOR COLORS
023 Red Only With 2LT or 3LT $0.00
026 2-Tone Red/Ebony Only With 2LT or 3LT $695.00
193 Ebony $0.00
313 Cashmere Only With 2LT or 3LT $0.00
316 2-Tone Cashmere/Ebony Only With 2LT or 3LT $695.00
843 Titanium Gray Only With 2LT or 3LT $0.00
846 2-Tone Gray/Ebony Only With 2LT or 3LT $695.00
195 Ebony Custom Wrap Only With 4LT $0.00
785 Dark Titanium Custom Wrap Only With 4LT $0.00
cashmere custom wrap 4lt
D30 Non-Recommended Color Combination
$590.00
HEADLIGHTS
Color Matching Headlights $0.00
H34 Blade Silver Headlight $590.00
H35 Black Headlight $590.00
H33 Cyber Gray Headlight $590.00
COUPE TOPS
--- Removable Solid Top $0.00
CC3 Glass Roof Package $750.00
C2L Dual Roof Package $1400.00
TRANSMISSION
MN6 Manual 6 Speed Transmission $0.00
MX0 Automatic 6 Speed Transmission $1250.00
SUSPENSION
Z16 Grand Sport Suspension $0.00
F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control $1,695.00
WHEELS
PYC Grand Sport, Silver painted Aluminum $0.00
PYD Grand Sport, Competition Gray Aluminum $395.00
PYE Chrome Aluminum Wheels $1995.00
OTHER OPTIONS
Z15 Grand Sport Heritage Package Includes two-tone interior $1195.00
NPP Dual Mode Performance Exhaust $1195.00
US9 6 Disc In Dash CD Changer Not available with U3U Navigation $395.00
U3U Navigation with AM/FM CD Requires 3LT or 4LT / Eliminates CD Changer & Aux. Jack $1795.00
OB1 Crossed Flag embroidered on headrest Requires solid color leather seating surface $300.00
ERI Battery Protection Package $100.00
R8C Museum Delivery $490.00
**Your Corvette price and spec may or may not be compatible with the options & colors
BASE CORVETTE GRAND SPORT COUPE
INCLUDES $950 DESTINATION CHARGE
MSRP
$55,740.00
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUPS
1LT Option Group
$0.00
2LT Option Group
$1195.00
3LT Option Group
$4205.00
4LT Option Group
$7705.00
EXTERIOR COLORS
10U Arctic White $0.00
41U Black $0.00
45U Velocity Yellow $850.00
57U Cyber Grey $0.00
17U Blade Silver $0.00
70U Torch Red $0.00
85U Jetstream Blue $850.00
89U Crystal Red $850.00
28U Inferno Orange Metallic $300.00
GLB Supersonic Blue Metallic $300.00
INTERIOR COLORS
023 Red Only With 2LT or 3LT $0.00
026 2-Tone Red/Ebony Only With 2LT or 3LT $695.00
193 Ebony $0.00
313 Cashmere Only With 2LT or 3LT $0.00
316 2-Tone Cashmere/Ebony Only With 2LT or 3LT $695.00
843 Titanium Gray Only With 2LT or 3LT $0.00
846 2-Tone Gray/Ebony Only With 2LT or 3LT $695.00
195 Ebony Custom Wrap Only With 4LT $0.00
785 Dark Titanium Custom Wrap Only With 4LT $0.00
cashmere custom wrap 4lt
D30 Non-Recommended Color Combination
$590.00
HEADLIGHTS
Color Matching Headlights $0.00
H34 Blade Silver Headlight $590.00
H35 Black Headlight $590.00
H33 Cyber Gray Headlight $590.00
COUPE TOPS
--- Removable Solid Top $0.00
CC3 Glass Roof Package $750.00
C2L Dual Roof Package $1400.00
TRANSMISSION
MN6 Manual 6 Speed Transmission $0.00
MX0 Automatic 6 Speed Transmission $1250.00
SUSPENSION
Z16 Grand Sport Suspension $0.00
F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control $1,695.00
WHEELS
PYC Grand Sport, Silver painted Aluminum $0.00
PYD Grand Sport, Competition Gray Aluminum $395.00
PYE Chrome Aluminum Wheels $1995.00
OTHER OPTIONS
Z15 Grand Sport Heritage Package Includes two-tone interior $1195.00
NPP Dual Mode Performance Exhaust $1195.00
US9 6 Disc In Dash CD Changer Not available with U3U Navigation $395.00
U3U Navigation with AM/FM CD Requires 3LT or 4LT / Eliminates CD Changer & Aux. Jack $1795.00
OB1 Crossed Flag embroidered on headrest Requires solid color leather seating surface $300.00
ERI Battery Protection Package $100.00
R8C Museum Delivery $490.00
**Your Corvette price and spec may or may not be compatible with the options & colors
Last edited by george vee; 05-17-2011 at 12:43 PM.
#7
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The 2012 has new steering wheel and seats. GS's suspension is about the same as your Z51, but of course has the larger Z06 brakes and wheels/tires. The GS LS3 engine has a wet sump except for the manual transmission coupe, which has the dry sump. No difference in HP, just costs more for an oil change.
Base GS has Goodyear super car GENI tires, but the manual transmission coupes with F55 have the GENII Goodyear tires. Either tire, you won't be happy with the Goodyears, and will most likely put on Bridgestones or Michelins in short order.
Like others have said, JSB is out for 2012.
Base GS has Goodyear super car GENI tires, but the manual transmission coupes with F55 have the GENII Goodyear tires. Either tire, you won't be happy with the Goodyears, and will most likely put on Bridgestones or Michelins in short order.
Like others have said, JSB is out for 2012.
#8
Let me get this straight...You have been a member here since 2006 and own a 2008..And want forum members to tell you whats new for 2012?...Ok...NADA zero changes keep your 08...
#9
I hope you are not trying to act like the wet sump is the better option? Just because the dry sump does not increase HP, does not mean it is not worth it
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All I'm saying is, with the dry sump, you get a more expensive oil change. I guess that can be considered an improvement in performance, as your wallet will be lighter.
BTW, I have a dry sump Z06. I'm not a dry sump hater. Just saying that in 99% of the GS's, it adds nothing to the performance envelope.
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Your going to have to rethink your color combo, no Jetstream Blue for 2012.
Heritage pkg is just decals and headrest logo.
You can order 2-tone seats as an option with any 3lt interior to get a full two tone interior, unless you order ebony.
4lt will give you everything in two tone including seats, door panels, dash etc. except in ebony.
Magnetic ride suspension is available in auto or M6 Transmission.
Heritage pkg is just decals and headrest logo.
You can order 2-tone seats as an option with any 3lt interior to get a full two tone interior, unless you order ebony.
4lt will give you everything in two tone including seats, door panels, dash etc. except in ebony.
Magnetic ride suspension is available in auto or M6 Transmission.
#14
Le Mans Master
I hope you thigger it out.
#15
Le Mans Master
I'm saying the wet sump vs the dry sump is basically the same, performance wise in the GS. Sure, with the dry sump you get a forged crank, vs the cast crank in the wet sump engine. Unless you are planning on really raising the horsepower, the forged crank means nothing. Same with the dry sump itself. Storing the oil higher up in the engine compartment vs lower down in the oil pan, adds nothing to the cars performance.For what the GS was designed to do, the dry sump is a marketing tool.
All I'm saying is, with the dry sump, you get a more expensive oil change. I guess that can be considered an improvement in performance, as your wallet will be lighter.
BTW, I have a dry sump Z06. I'm not a dry sump hater. Just saying that in 99% of the GS's, it adds nothing to the performance envelope.
All I'm saying is, with the dry sump, you get a more expensive oil change. I guess that can be considered an improvement in performance, as your wallet will be lighter.
BTW, I have a dry sump Z06. I'm not a dry sump hater. Just saying that in 99% of the GS's, it adds nothing to the performance envelope.
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...think im going to wait on the 2012 model. any changes for 2012 on the horizon? i don't have anything against the 2011 it's just that it's so close to the model change and i plan on ordering it. i got a 2008 JSB and what to keep that color. it has the titanium seats but was thinking cashmere with white finder strips but im worried the may not look right. anybody have JSB white cashmere? picture would be cool.
next on the option list the heritage package, does that include the two tone leather? if so, does that also include the stitching? it's more than just hash marks right?
they come standard with the track suspension right? i have the Z51 on mine now. is the standard suspension the same? i see they only offer the F55.
next on chevy's web site they list a tire option. whats the deal with that?
basically any info on the GS, i'll take. thanks guys. i gotta run but will check back later.
next on the option list the heritage package, does that include the two tone leather? if so, does that also include the stitching? it's more than just hash marks right?
they come standard with the track suspension right? i have the Z51 on mine now. is the standard suspension the same? i see they only offer the F55.
next on chevy's web site they list a tire option. whats the deal with that?
basically any info on the GS, i'll take. thanks guys. i gotta run but will check back later.
#19
Melting Slicks
VERY NICE!
Dave