Interesting changes to say the least. My take is:
Cons:
- Not a fan of the steering wheel. Unlike the journalists, I love the deep-dish wheel.
- Not sold on the leather dash. I like the simple interior on the 2010-2011s.
- I do feel a bit slighted that RS options are becoming standard.
- Not really a fan of the LS7 wheels
- Engine changes could hurt aftermarket support of the LLT motor
Pros:
- Backup camera
- Height-adjustable passenger seat
- Body-color antenna
- Engine changes do show the V6 is an evolving motor, getting better over time
- Carbon Flash Metallic. Nice intermediate between Cyber Gray and Black.
- Bezels in dark silver. I like that the color matches the wheels. Just need graphics and a gas door in dark silver to complete the look!
- FE4 suspension options. Are these universal bolt-ons (unlike the convertible's strut-tower brace which only fits later 2011s having newer strut towers)?
Interesting but not interested
- 45th anniversary badges and stripes. They just feel like afterthoughts to me.
- Interior stitching. Nicely done, but just not my thing.
My wants:
- Retrofit kit to add height adjustment to the 2010-2011 power passenger seat.
- Backup mirror kit that's compatible with 2010-2011 backup sensor cars. Just plug and play would be nice, although I'd drill a small hole for the camera.
- In-dash "infotainment" system that can be tethered to a cell phone via bluetooth, secure wi-fi or USB to get data. Basically, I want Google Maps and Navigation on the same touchscreen as the radio. Yes, there are kits today that do much of this, but I'd love a factory option.
Pfff...while I'm asking for things, I'd like an electric version with the equivalent of 700HP, 1000 torque, infinite range, and powered either by sunlight or the laughter of happy children (this would make it a hybrid, right?).
