[classicrockr]

With the chip shortage, some features are currently not in new cars (backup cameras, etc).

Will it be possible to add these features back into a new purchase later, once the chip shortage is over?

[ctrlz]

Originally Posted by classicrockr

Will it be possible to add these features back into a new purchase later, once the chip shortage is over?

Here's some stuff from the corvette forum which sounds optimistic:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...rvettes-6.html

I would make sure that any feature you want in the car is supported by the trim level you are ordering. And I would specifically get it in writing from the dealer that they will retrofit your vehicle at no cost once parts become available.

[jamala00]

Originally Posted by ctrlz

Here's some stuff from the corvette forum which sounds optimistic:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...rvettes-6.html

I would make sure that any feature you want in the car is supported by the trim level you are ordering. And I would specifically get it in writing from the dealer that they will retrofit your vehicle at no cost once parts become available.

Man, I would be hard pressed to be comfortable ordering a car with features that should be there, that are not... and then getting installed later. I don't think I could do that.

[FarmerFran]

Originally Posted by jamala00

Man, I would be hard pressed to be comfortable ordering a car with features that should be there, that are not... and then getting installed later. I don't think I could do that.

Me too, went to look at a CT5 and it had some key missing features like heated wheel "that can be add later", hard pass

[Dabjbr]

Backup camera (via license plate) is legally required in the states. Doubt they would sell a car without it.

Rear view camera (via mirror) is a feature with 2ss trims (and Zl1) and can be added later. Some vendors sell them online for nearly $2k. I would imagine the dealer would have the same ability as a third party vendor.

But yeah, I would much rather buy a complete car than assembled later… partially because my service at dealerships hasn’t been consistent.

[ctrlz]

Originally Posted by Dabjbr

But yeah, I would much rather buy a complete car than assembled later… partially because my service at dealerships hasn’t been consistent.

I agree with everyone above!
OP asked if it COULD be done. Answer seems to be, "yes."
But I shiver at the thought of asking a dealer to do something they may never have done before.

[Jofu]

Originally Posted by Dabjbr

Backup camera (via license plate) is legally required in the states. Doubt they would sell a car without it.

Rear view camera (via mirror) is a feature with 2ss trims (and Zl1) and can be added later. Some vendors sell them online for nearly $2k. I would imagine the dealer would have the same ability as a third party vendor.

But yeah, I would much rather buy a complete car than assembled later… partially because my service at dealerships hasn’t been consistent.

Hey Dabjbr,

If you're referring to what's covered in thread https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=600557, do remember that it's different from any rear-view camera. What is being (temporarily) removed, and made available as a free retrofit later, is the park assist sensors in the bumper.

And yes, it does suck that some cars will show up with a few less features, but hey it is what it is, unless you're willing to wait longer for a car


Geoff

[MightyBobo]

I think some people's aversion to things that can be added later is a bit...unreasonable. Specifically, the heated steering wheel jumped out at me. You know they just replace the whole wheel with a brand new one right? If you're averse to something like this, you probably shouldn't bother having the mechanics work on your car at all

[Chippy]

Originally Posted by MightyBobo

I think some people's aversion to things that can be added later is a bit...unreasonable. Specifically, the heated steering wheel jumped out at me. You know they just replace the whole wheel with a brand new one right? If you're averse to something like this, you probably shouldn't bother having the mechanics work on your car at all

Most people have a legitimate fear of having the knuckle draggers at a dealership touching their car even for a simple oil change much less anything else.

[MightyBobo]

Originally Posted by Chippy

Most people have a legitimate fear of having the knuckle draggers at a dealership touching their car even for a simple oil change much less anything else.

"Most people", "legitimate", "knuckle draggers"

I think you're generalizing without proof. I have multiple personal friends who are dealership mechanics, who take a significant amount of pride in their work. They love doing what they do. While my experience is anecdotal, if you, personally, have been affected by "knuckle draggers" at a dealership - I'm sorry. Sounds like tough luck.

[Dabjbr]

Originally Posted by Jofu

Hey Dabjbr,

If you're referring to what's covered in thread https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=600557, do remember that it's different from any rear-view camera. What is being (temporarily) removed, and made available as a free retrofit later, is the park assist sensors in the bumper.

And yes, it does suck that some cars will show up with a few less features, but hey it is what it is, unless you're willing to wait longer for a car


Geoff

I wasn't aware of the backup sensors delay. Thanks for sharing the link.

That said, I was only making my points because the OP mentioned "backup cameras" specifically.

The last thing I'll add is that many manufacturers have port-installed or dealer-installed options. So, I wouldn't say having a dealer install something is absolutely bad, just less ideal. For something basic, I probably wouldn't delay my build.

It is what it is applies to so much right now! Indeed Geoff

[FarmerFran]

Originally Posted by MightyBobo

I think some people's aversion to things that can be added later is a bit...unreasonable. Specifically, the heated steering wheel jumped out at me. You know they just replace the whole wheel with a brand new one right? If you're averse to something like this, you probably shouldn't bother having the mechanics work on your car at all

I aviod it at all costs. Especially something like a new steering wheel.

[jamala00]

I don't have an issue with the dealer installing something, I'd have more of an issue that I paid for a car with certain features that it doesn't come with and you are getting no guarantee when those options will get installed. I have no issue with my dealer working on any of my vehicles. They've been doing it for the better part of 25-30 years. Never had an issue.

[MightyBobo]

Originally Posted by FarmerFran

I aviod it at all costs. Especially something like a new steering wheel.

If LethalGarage can do it, anyone can.