What's one thing about the 2016 you didn't know about?

BFella · 01-27-2016, 04:51 PM

Interested to learn/find out some new things from you guys!

Techn9cian805 · 01-27-2016, 04:55 PM

I've been geeking hard since early 2015, so there isn't really anything about it that I don't already know, but what I did learn in December when I first sat in a 2016 that I didn't know about (because it hasn't been covered anywhere) is that the shifter for the A8 can be used to shift instead of using the paddles, which I think is pretty cool for those who buy the auto but still want to put their right hand to work.

Ruebernard · 01-27-2016, 04:56 PM

Limited info in the HUD :-( heated steering wheel :-)

SPARTAN sui · 01-27-2016, 06:30 PM

If you get the dual mode exhaust (NPP) the rear diffuser is painted a gloss black, without it it just comes in a matte unpainted black. It's not really mention anywhere but it makes a huge difference in the overall appearance. Makes the NPP even more of a no brainer for $900.

CarlsonDDS · 01-27-2016, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SPARTAN sui

If you get the dual mode exhaust (NPP) the rear diffuser is painted a gloss black, without it it just comes in a matte unpainted black. It's not really mention anywhere but it makes a huge difference in the overall appearance. Makes the NPP even more of a no brainer for $900.

Interesting info. Matches the front splitter nicely!

jdasnt3 · 01-27-2016, 07:05 PM

I didn't know I could change the digital gauge cluster to three different layouts until tonight. I have 1500 miles on it.

tejesh83 · 01-27-2016, 07:21 PM

That the SS can pull over 170mph stock!

I also wasn't expecting all the attention I got at the office for my new ride, added bonus =)

YellowFin · 01-27-2016, 08:01 PM

The 0-60 readout on the DIC.

Toxicgoober · 01-27-2016, 09:52 PM

Didn't know you can adjust the location of the HUD to suit your driving position. Never occurred to me it might be necessary until I sat in one.

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tayljones6 · 01-27-2016, 11:03 PM

The dial to adjust the interior lighting at really low levels will turn off the all light including the center console and multicolor trim except the HUD and gauge cluster.

The Navigation will pop up on the HUD with a bar to turn and includes the speed limit.

The Sirius XM radio is defaulted to a 3 month trial instead of a year that is listed. (Was on the phone for 3 hours to explain it but got additional 3 months free)

That it can be awesome to drive

neal_zack · 01-27-2016, 11:20 PM

nyrfan · 01-28-2016, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Techn9cian805

I've been geeking hard since early 2015, so there isn't really anything about it that I don't already know, but what I did learn in December when I first sat in a 2016 that I didn't know about (because it hasn't been covered anywhere) is that the shifter for the A8 can be used to shift instead of using the paddles, which I think is pretty cool for those who buy the auto but still want to put their right hand to work.

The shifter can be used to shift? Where did you see this?

JDP Sales · 01-28-2016, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SPARTAN sui

If you get the dual mode exhaust (NPP) the rear diffuser is painted a gloss black, without it it just comes in a matte unpainted black. It's not really mention anywhere but it makes a huge difference in the overall appearance. Makes the NPP even more of a no brainer for $900.

This was my main motivation for choosing NPP also. I actually prefer the Single 4" tips but I like the painted diffuser as it matches the front bumper black pieces.

Jared Royce
801.545.4215

Techn9cian805 · 01-28-2016, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

The shifter can be used to shift? Where did you see this?

My dealer had mentioned it when i went to go check out the car for the first time. He said that you could put it in manual mode, then tap it forward to upshift, and back to downshift, or something like that.

01-27-2016, 04:51 PM	#1
BFella Drives: 16' Supercharged 1SS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 650	What's one thing about the 2016 you didn't know about? Interested to learn/find out some new things from you guys!

01-27-2016, 04:56 PM	#3
Ruebernard Drives: 2017 GRT 2SS/RS M6 Vert Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oro Valley Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Limited info in the HUD :-( heated steering wheel :-) __________________ If it were more fun, it would be illegal!

01-27-2016, 06:30 PM	#4
SPARTAN sui PC Technician Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: North Dakota Posts: 2,161	If you get the dual mode exhaust (NPP) the rear diffuser is painted a gloss black, without it it just comes in a matte unpainted black. It's not really mention anywhere but it makes a huge difference in the overall appearance. Makes the NPP even more of a no brainer for $900. __________________

01-27-2016, 07:05 PM	#6
jdasnt3 Drives: 18 Silverado 1500 Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 1,721	I didn't know I could change the digital gauge cluster to three different layouts until tonight. I have 1500 miles on it. __________________ 16 Red Hot 2SS A8: NPP, CAI Cold air, Ported TB, Fasterproms Ported intake, E85 flex, Formatto tuned. 11.80@118 with 1.92 60' (600-700 DA) on stock run flats.

01-27-2016, 08:01 PM	#8
YellowFin Drives: 2016 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 376	The 0-60 readout on the DIC. __________________ Previous Camaros: 1987 Camaro Sport Coupe V8 2002 Camaro SS Convertible 2010 Camaro SS Current: 2016 Chevy Colorado 4X4 Z71 in black 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS in red

01-27-2016, 04:55 PM	#2
Techn9cian805 The BEAST Drives: '16 2SS, '89 Wife Join Date: May 2015 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 2,034 View My Garage	I've been geeking hard since early 2015, so there isn't really anything about it that I don't already know, but what I did learn in December when I first sat in a 2016 that I didn't know about (because it hasn't been covered anywhere) is that the shifter for the A8 can be used to shift instead of using the paddles, which I think is pretty cool for those who buy the auto but still want to put their right hand to work.

01-27-2016, 09:52 PM	#9
Toxicgoober Drives: 2014 Maxima Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Louisiana Posts: 280	Didn't know you can adjust the location of the HUD to suit your driving position. Never occurred to me it might be necessary until I sat in one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-27-2016, 11:03 PM	#10
tayljones6 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS (8-spd, MRC, NPP) Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 29 View My Garage	The dial to adjust the interior lighting at really low levels will turn off the all light including the center console and multicolor trim except the HUD and gauge cluster. The Navigation will pop up on the HUD with a bar to turn and includes the speed limit. The Sirius XM radio is defaulted to a 3 month trial instead of a year that is listed. (Was on the phone for 3 hours to explain it but got additional 3 months free) That it can be awesome to drive

01-27-2016, 11:20 PM	#11
neal_zack Drives: 2016 camaro ss Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: spokane Posts: 329	__________________ Summit white, 2SS, Ceramic white interior, 6 piston brakes, Black Bowties, 6 Speed,3.9 sec 0to60 NPP,MRC,NAV,RX Catch can

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