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Old Jan 27, 2007 | 09:39 PM
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does anyone make something like this for the c5?
http://www.corvettesouth.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=60
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Old Jan 27, 2007 | 11:20 PM
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does anyone make something like this for the c5?
http://www.corvettesouth.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=60
Mid America and Ecklers sell a soft top for the C5, but the ones that I have seen are not for use while the car is traveling. They are just a soft cover, when parking your car and you do not want to put the targa on.
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Old Jan 27, 2007 | 11:37 PM
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yeah, i've seen the ecklers one. i don't know why anyone doesn't seem to make one for the c5. i guess it's because the hard top is lighter and more easily removeable than the c4.
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Old Jan 28, 2007 | 02:45 PM
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Hi, all. Fox informed us a couple of months ago a C5 Raincoat was under development. I'll check tomorrow for updated information.

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There is one from Mid America for a C5. I was looking at one awhile back.

Stop Wrestling Heavy 1968-07 Factory Tops!
Now You Can Leave Your Factory Tops Stored While Parked

* Lightweight, Durable, Easy To Install & Store

No more struggling with heavy, awkward factory T-tops & Targa Tops when you park your Corvette for a short time. Lightweight, dependable protection for 1968-07 Coupes, our Performance Choice Protect-A-Top takes only seconds to put on, weighs under five pounds, folds for easy storage and protects your Corvette's interior from UV damage & light rain. Reinforced panels are covered with a black high-grade fabric. Integrated fastening system allows for quick, snug installation in seconds. For stationary use only. Coupes only. Specify year. Storage bag included.


Part Year Description Price Availability
606-147 1968-07 Protect-A-Top $149.99 Click Here


If anyone has this please give input on your thoughts about this product.
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Haven't seen one that you can actually use when driving the car. Would be nice if they came up with one.
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Old Jan 29, 2007 | 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by c5 BearsFan
There is one from Mid America for a C5. I was looking at one awhile back.

Stop Wrestling Heavy 1968-07 Factory Tops!
Now You Can Leave Your Factory Tops Stored While Parked

* Lightweight, Durable, Easy To Install & Store

No more struggling with heavy, awkward factory T-tops & Targa Tops when you park your Corvette for a short time. Lightweight, dependable protection for 1968-07 Coupes, our Performance Choice Protect-A-Top takes only seconds to put on, weighs under five pounds, folds for easy storage and protects your Corvette's interior from UV damage & light rain. Reinforced panels are covered with a black high-grade fabric. Integrated fastening system allows for quick, snug installation in seconds. For stationary use only. Coupes only. Specify year. Storage bag included.


Part Year Description Price Availability
606-147 1968-07 Protect-A-Top $149.99 Click Here


If anyone has this please give input on your thoughts about this product.

This is one I mentioned above. A buddy of mine has this one and it looks good and fits good, but is for use while parked only. The top basically overlaps the front windshield and roof a little and is held in place with suction cups on each side that stick to the side windows once they are rolled up.
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Hi, all. Fox informed us a couple of months ago a C5 Raincoat was under development. I'll check tomorrow for updated information.
Update: Fox has so far been unable to create a C5 version with a suitable fit/finish for production. Apparently, the compound curves of the C5 make for a very complicated design. They haven't given up on it, but it's no longer a priority.

Sorry I didn't have better news.

Kevin
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oh well. thanks for checking!
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