CTS-V shopping.. What the hell is the Rocket option?
02-14-2008, 10:31 AM
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CTS-V shopping.. What the hell is the Rocket option? I'm looking for the right car to buy and was comparing some that i've found and noticed the "rocket option" on the list of their options... What the heck is that!?
Here's an example: (only seems to be on the 05 models)
XM Satellite Radio-Equipped
OnStar Equipped - Digital, or has been Upgraded to Digital
California Emissions
AXLE REAR 3.73 RATIO (DUP WITH 5X1)
Light Neutral Full Leather Seating
Engine, High Performance, 5.7L V8, 400 HP
Power Passenger Seat
Gas Guzzler Tax
Sunroof - Express Open / Close
Transmission, Manual 6 SPD
Bose XM Radio Package with Navigation
LABEL INFORMATION BUMPER IMPACT, 5 MPH, CALIFORNIA
SALES PROCESSING STOCK ORDERS
WHEEL 18 X 8.5 ALUMINUM, PAINTED
BRAKE SYSTEM PWR, FRT & RR DISC, ANTILOCK, FRT & RR WHL, HEAVY DUTY
Black Raven Exterior
TIRE ALL P245/45R18-96W BW R/PE ST TL AL3
Rear Seat, Split Back, Folding
DISCOUNT OPTION PACKAGE
SUSPENSION SYSTEM SPECIAL RIDE & HANDLING
MIRROR O/S LH & RH, REMOTE CONTROL, ELECTRIC, HEATED MANUAL FOLDING, COLOR
1SA Package
SEAT FRT BKT, LUXURY
SPEAKER SYSTEM 8, DUAL F/D PILLAR, DUAL FRT DR MTD, DUAL RR DR MTD, SUBWOOF PKG SHELF, I/P CTR, AMPLIF, BOSE
STEERING WHEEL LEATHER, 3 SPOKES
Memory Package
Rocket Option
Electrochromic Inside R/V Mirror & Onstar
Heated Seats (Front)
WASHER HEADLAMP, HIGH PRESSURE
Here's an example: (only seems to be on the 05 models)
XM Satellite Radio-Equipped
OnStar Equipped - Digital, or has been Upgraded to Digital
California Emissions
AXLE REAR 3.73 RATIO (DUP WITH 5X1)
Light Neutral Full Leather Seating
Engine, High Performance, 5.7L V8, 400 HP
Power Passenger Seat
Gas Guzzler Tax
Sunroof - Express Open / Close
Transmission, Manual 6 SPD
Bose XM Radio Package with Navigation
LABEL INFORMATION BUMPER IMPACT, 5 MPH, CALIFORNIA
SALES PROCESSING STOCK ORDERS
WHEEL 18 X 8.5 ALUMINUM, PAINTED
BRAKE SYSTEM PWR, FRT & RR DISC, ANTILOCK, FRT & RR WHL, HEAVY DUTY
Black Raven Exterior
TIRE ALL P245/45R18-96W BW R/PE ST TL AL3
Rear Seat, Split Back, Folding
DISCOUNT OPTION PACKAGE
SUSPENSION SYSTEM SPECIAL RIDE & HANDLING
MIRROR O/S LH & RH, REMOTE CONTROL, ELECTRIC, HEATED MANUAL FOLDING, COLOR
1SA Package
SEAT FRT BKT, LUXURY
SPEAKER SYSTEM 8, DUAL F/D PILLAR, DUAL FRT DR MTD, DUAL RR DR MTD, SUBWOOF PKG SHELF, I/P CTR, AMPLIF, BOSE
STEERING WHEEL LEATHER, 3 SPOKES
Memory Package
Rocket Option
Electrochromic Inside R/V Mirror & Onstar
Heated Seats (Front)
WASHER HEADLAMP, HIGH PRESSURE
02-14-2008, 12:06 PM
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you ever make it up to the cities? seems like you have a fast vette! let me know if you come up for racing or anything. we got a couple events at BIR this yr if your interested. hit me up if you want more info!
And the V- is a great car, you'll love it. i was going to buy one but i ended up going with the Mercedes E55 AMG isntead... just a load more luxury and looks.
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you ever make it up to the cities? seems like you have a fast vette! let me know if you come up for racing or anything. we got a couple events at BIR this yr if your interested. hit me up if you want more info!
And the V- is a great car, you'll love it. i was going to buy one but i ended up going with the Mercedes E55 AMG isntead... just a load more luxury and looks.
Aj
02-14-2008, 12:10 PM
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you ever make it up to the cities? seems like you have a fast vette! let me know if you come up for racing or anything. we got a couple events at BIR this yr if your interested. hit me up if you want more info!
And the V- is a great car, you'll love it. i was going to buy one but i ended up going with the Mercedes E55 AMG isntead... just a load more luxury and looks.
Aj
you ever make it up to the cities? seems like you have a fast vette! let me know if you come up for racing or anything. we got a couple events at BIR this yr if your interested. hit me up if you want more info!
And the V- is a great car, you'll love it. i was going to buy one but i ended up going with the Mercedes E55 AMG isntead... just a load more luxury and looks.
Aj
Yeah i'll let you know.. I was debating on taking it to Rock Falls to the 1/4 mi track, but havent pulled up my skirt yet...
02-14-2008, 02:13 PM
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haha... no worries. i am a regular out at the Rock. the guys out there know me quite well. i normally race my bike though. the one time i took my car, i made 3 passes and got kicked out. didn't have a fire jacket when running in the 11-11.49 class.
but its a blast man! let me know if you do head up this way!
Aj
but its a blast man! let me know if you do head up this way!
Aj
02-14-2008, 02:16 PM
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haha... no worries. i am a regular out at the Rock. the guys out there know me quite well. i normally race my bike though. the one time i took my car, i made 3 passes and got kicked out. didn't have a fire jacket when running in the 11-11.49 class.
but its a blast man! let me know if you do head up this way!
Aj
but its a blast man! let me know if you do head up this way!
Aj
Last edited by marcus769; 02-14-2008 at 02:27 PM.
02-14-2008, 05:55 PM
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It must turn into a space ship or something.....smells like snake oil, I wouldn't take it into consideration.
oh and the only option on the V was sunroof and FG2 'performance' shock package...FE4 is stock.
oh and the only option on the V was sunroof and FG2 'performance' shock package...FE4 is stock.
