Even though there are undoubtedly better aftermarket navs and gps' out there, there's something to be said for getting everything stock. Example, when my heater or A/C is on at a decent fan speed and I hit the OnStar button, the fan speed automatically decreases so I can hear over the speakers! Pretty cool! Now, an aftermarket system may hook up the same way and do that, but that's just an example of the handshaking that goes on between components in a fully stocked vehicle from the factory.

Just my thoughts. Of course, there are those who don't care about that fancy stuff - they just want the best gps or nav on the market (or stereo) and would rather go aftermarket to get it.

 

I have to agree with biglg.I believe myLT3 came with a "convienence package" with most of the options you all mentioned....power remote liftgate, heated washer fluid, Rainsense wipers, locking rear axle, second row power release seats, & third row seat.

 

IT's never cheaper ordering one...why, because the dealer isn't moving inventory. Bigger discount always on a vehicle that is on the lot....

 

You can get all 4 of your main wants with the LT3 with added options. The Autoride is the only big thing that is not available on non ltz models. I have riden in both autoride and nonautoride and the difference is small in my opinion. I would get the LT3

 

The Z71 I just purchased has the 3LT package with all the power and additional options. The ONLY thing it lacks is the autoride of course, the Nav, and the heated rear seats. Everything else is there. I just can't see paying the extra money for the Nav. I would rather have something that I can take from vehicle to vehicle. I do think it looks sweet in there though!

 

What exactly is autoride?? Thsi is not the same thing as cruise control right???

 

Autoride consists of bistate variable shocks and rear air-assisted load leveling which includes automatic air level control.

I notice it more on rough roads and speed bumps.

 

Thanks Shark... I was coming at it only from looking at used vehicles for about 3 weeks... Never seen anything official on it... Thanks for the facts..

 

Hey Sooner... Welcome

I have a LT3 (dude) and It's got everything but the 2nd row heated seats that are available on the LTZ. By chance I ended up with an LT3 because the dealer didn't have a white LTZ on the lot and I got a great deal on an in stock model. I intended all along to put a level kit and larger tires on any ride I picked up and found out after I got the LT3 that it's a good thing I did. A friend of mine got the LTZ and he couldn't fit the same size tires I went with (even w/ the fender flares the inner fenders are smaller). Don't know if that makes a diff to you but I'm happy w/ my '3. Realy feel you won't go wrong either way but it comes down to the bottom line I suppose!

Good luck w/ your purchase

 

Did you mean Z71? LTZ don't have flares.