I want to order a new 2021 Silverado 2500HD. The highest options all require the bucket seats, I think some electronics are installed in the console. My previous trucks were all at the highest level trim that would keep the front split "bench" seats. It is annoying though - GM has the dash swoop down a bit in the center, so you still don't get the open space, or the knee room, one would like. Better of course than the console for many purposes. So this time I am going to order with the buckets in order to get the features I want - but I am hoping a custom shop will be able to do a swap for me. If they could also chop the dash back in the center that would be a plus.