Split Window C5?
Sep 14, 2005 | 06:52 AM
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It doesnt really suit the car. Nice pshop work though.
Sep 14, 2005 | 07:08 AM
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Sep 14, 2005 | 08:27 AM
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Sep 14, 2005 | 09:19 AM
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Actually I think it looks really cool. I like how the body-color panel shows off the curve in the backglass area better than just glass alone. I'd probably consider modding my vette with that, if it were available.
Sep 14, 2005 | 09:37 AM
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From: Middlesex NJ
look pretty interesting IMHO.
good work
Sep 14, 2005 | 09:41 AM
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From: Lake Norman NC
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Originally Posted by LiquidDI
It can look awesome but the gap from the roof pilar and the window is just too much. I bet it would look great if you got the dimensions correct.
I kind of like the concept but agree the windows need to be a little larger than on the original photochop!
Sep 14, 2005 | 09:45 AM
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From: Orlando FL
Nice job. Looks
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Sep 14, 2005 | 12:06 PM
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Dan -- I'll try converting it to yellow and see how it looks. What's the screen resolution on your computer?
PM sent. Dan
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Sep 14, 2005 | 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackVettesRBest
Nice work, but I agree, I wouldn't get it if it were available.
Sep 14, 2005 | 02:56 PM
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WOW I LIKE IT
Sep 14, 2005 | 03:16 PM
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From: Manhattan, KS Missing SoCal since 2005
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Originally Posted by mike76002
There're actually factory tan C5's in 97 or so.
If you consider Lt Pewter Metallic to be "tan," then you're right.
Sep 14, 2005 | 03:19 PM
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From: springfield va
I like it too. I'm a fan of the '63's and I don't think this is a cheap imitation but rather an enhancemet to an already great looking car.
Sep 14, 2005 | 03:55 PM
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The more I look at it the more I see a strong similarity in the shape of the C2 fastback and the C5 rear window. I don't know if it was homage or aerodynamics that the designers were paying respect to, but there's definitely something there.
Sep 14, 2005 | 04:02 PM
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The split window aftermarket was (is?) made for the C5.
HERE is a pic from the Free State Corvette Show at Ocean City MD last fall.
Sep 14, 2005 | 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Luv2Run
The split window aftermarket was (is?) made for the C5.
HERE is a pic from the Free State Corvette Show at Ocean City MD last fall.
now that one looks terrible. I like how this one the windows come down the side.
Sep 14, 2005 | 04:13 PM
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BIGGER still.
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Sep 14, 2005 | 04:17 PM
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Interesting concept and good PS, but say goodbye to the rear sight lines if this is every made into reality.
Sep 14, 2005 | 04:44 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Luv2Run
The split window aftermarket was (is?) made for the C5.
HERE is a pic from the Free State Corvette Show at Ocean City MD last fall.
Yikes!
Sep 14, 2005 | 06:00 PM
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From: Moorhead MN
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Originally Posted by Luv2Run
The split window aftermarket was (is?) made for the C5.
HERE is a pic from the Free State Corvette Show at Ocean City MD last fall.
Rich's work with Photoshop is 100 times better. Great work, Rich! You are definately on to something. Send it to GM!! Regards, Dan
Sep 14, 2005 | 07:51 PM
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rcs, damn fine job with photoshop. I didn't care for the first one, but I love the second one. It needs the trunk/hatch line but I can't figure out if I like the picture or the concept better. That's a poorly worded compliment by the way.
Nice job.
Paul