Buyers remorse 1LT vs 2LT
02-24-2014, 12:07 AM
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choise was made for me. No chance of ordering a car here in Ontario so when the dealer a few miles from me advertized their one and only car they were getting was up for grabs all I had to say is I`ll take it. 2LT Convertible with crome wheel option, Nav and Auto for her. Just about the way I would have ordered it other then the colour . Would have rather got black or red but the silver looks great too.
02-24-2014, 12:24 AM
#82
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Under those circumstances your right, but your statement also suggests that the 1LT would be the better buy for resale value.
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02-24-2014, 08:54 AM
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I purchased what I wanted;
Z51
3LT
Mag Ride
Chrome Wheels
Performane Exhaust
Transparent Roof
If I was concerned about resale value, I would have bought a leftover
C6 at 17% off MSRP!
02-24-2014, 11:57 AM
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02-25-2014, 03:25 PM
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I started off wanting the HUD, but I was really sad I'd miss out on the HUD. then I realized the 2LT had other things like cooling seats, bose sound system etc. I think Z51 is a much better value, but I will use the creature comforts of 2LT whenever I drive the car vs Z51 features never. Just made more sense.
When the time comes, I'm going to try very hard to stretch for a 3LT, but we will see what happens. My budget is 60K right now, so we will see if I can stretch out few more thousand dollars by end of year to get a 3LT.
I will keep this car until the new gen comes out (so 8-9 years) and it will be a garage queen. We will make it work.
When the time comes, I'm going to try very hard to stretch for a 3LT, but we will see what happens. My budget is 60K right now, so we will see if I can stretch out few more thousand dollars by end of year to get a 3LT.
I will keep this car until the new gen comes out (so 8-9 years) and it will be a garage queen. We will make it work.
02-25-2014, 04:37 PM
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02-25-2014, 08:35 PM
#89
Melting Slicks
If you are worried about resale you should buy a stripper model with no options. Every single dollar you spend on extras will only return a fraction on resale. Even if the 3LT option kept 50% value - you still lost over $2,000. The reality is options hold less value - go check KBB. You might have an easier time finding a buyer when you go to sell a loaded vehicle - but again the truth is you only need to find 1 buyer.
02-26-2014, 01:50 AM
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If you are worried about resale you should buy a stripper model with no options. Every single dollar you spend on extras will only return a fraction on resale. Even if the 3LT option kept 50% value - you still lost over $2,000. The reality is options hold less value - go check KBB. You might have an easier time finding a buyer when you go to sell a loaded vehicle - but again the truth is you only need to find 1 buyer.
All this talk about options and resale only applies if your selling with in the next five years. 15 years and later, miles and condition will trump options any day.
02-26-2014, 11:02 AM
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I agree with don"t cheap out........ But another option..... get a 1LT or 2LT.... take a few grand go to a quality upholstrey shop and get it customed how you want!!! You will have a one of a kind to your liking car!!!!
Down side........ custom is for you may affect trade in value if that is a concern. Of course some custom can be converted back to stock.
I got the 2LT thinking I could add the halo passenger side etc for around $600. Once I saw the interior I said man that is sweet enough. Done.
Down side........ custom is for you may affect trade in value if that is a concern. Of course some custom can be converted back to stock.
I got the 2LT thinking I could add the halo passenger side etc for around $600. Once I saw the interior I said man that is sweet enough. Done.
02-26-2014, 11:22 AM
#92
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Plus it only matters if you are going to be selling the car private party, most dealers are going to value off the window sticker options/msrp. I highly doubt a 1LT Z51 will command a higher trade in value a few years from now than a 2LT base car. Private party - maybe if you find the right buyer.
Main thing is buy what YOU want, not what you think someone may pay more for or desire down the road. One thing for certain is that no matter what you buy it will depreciate, especially in a few years when they are selling new for a bunch off msrp.
02-26-2014, 12:37 PM
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02-26-2014, 01:37 PM
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02-26-2014, 02:13 PM
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02-26-2014, 03:37 PM
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02-27-2014, 08:10 PM
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going from a 1LT coupe to a 2LT convertible
*additions I noticed
- A/C and heated seats (Great to have a/c seats in Texas) probably wouldn't pay the extra for it
- HUD * after installing the one in the 1LT I can say I don't see anyone ever trying that again unless they're replacing the dash.
- HD Radio * I would pay the extra for that
- Extra subwoofer in the rear *Factory sound system sucks to me. I miss my c6 JL audio system
- Memory seats * I've never used this as I'm the primary driver and I put it all the way back.
- Home Link *don't use this either
- Auto dimming mirrors * kind of a pain at dusk. system needs adjusting.
To sum it up I'd pay the extra mainly for HUD and HD radio, I was majorly disappointed in the 1LT not coming with that standard.
*additions I noticed
- A/C and heated seats (Great to have a/c seats in Texas) probably wouldn't pay the extra for it
- HUD * after installing the one in the 1LT I can say I don't see anyone ever trying that again unless they're replacing the dash.
- HD Radio * I would pay the extra for that
- Extra subwoofer in the rear *Factory sound system sucks to me. I miss my c6 JL audio system
- Memory seats * I've never used this as I'm the primary driver and I put it all the way back.
- Home Link *don't use this either
- Auto dimming mirrors * kind of a pain at dusk. system needs adjusting.
To sum it up I'd pay the extra mainly for HUD and HD radio, I was majorly disappointed in the 1LT not coming with that standard.
You're the MAN when it comes to the HUD & audio, Andrew. I've a C6 1LT and have to agree with you, after reading your write-up on the C7 HUD installation, i.e., I'd never get a C7 1LT! I purchased the HUD kit from Gene, which should have your wiring harness and installed it in about 3-1/2 hours. If anyone has to have a HUD and a nicer audio system...get a 2LT. I'll be upgrading my C6 audio to Nav ASAP!
02-27-2014, 09:17 PM
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Those were my exact thoughts! I have done it some many friggin times in my life that I decided not to go through the remorse thing again. For example, do I NEED the NPP package? Hell no! Would I kick myself in the **** later for not getting it? Absolutely! I know how my mind works. Gimme it ALL!
12-01-2014, 11:03 PM
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great idea!
I went 1lt, but you can outfit this car very similar to a 2lt for far less money. I just bought the center arm rest and tunnel leather piece for around $300, I got the FAY carbon fiber dash for $500 and you can stain the stiching for $12. The 2lt doesn't even include the CF dash. The only thing that will be different on my car are the door handle cushions won't be red, but that is my least favorite part about the 2lt color combo.
The other options didn't amount to a hill of beans to me for $4k, you can install a homelink transmitter for $20, and the HUD I can't see being a huge advantage of the large display right in front of your face on the dash. I think the Z51 has way more value for the money.
The other options didn't amount to a hill of beans to me for $4k, you can install a homelink transmitter for $20, and the HUD I can't see being a huge advantage of the large display right in front of your face on the dash. I think the Z51 has way more value for the money.
