You want those off. Do a search on removing BSMs and you see recommendations for how to remove. 
New owner...finally!
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New owner...finally!
Just bought my first Corvette! Extremely excited but I have a couple questions. 1: It's a 2002 coupe but it has the 50th anniversary logos on the front fenders. I believe these were put on by the previous owner. He gave me some story about it being a late 2002 model...blah, blah, blah. Just wanted to know if I should remove them so as not to misrepresent the car and its model year? 2: It has an intermittent rattle in the passenger side rear. Not obnoxious, but it still makes noise, especially when making a left turn and the weight is put on that side. Maybe I'm just not used to it yet. Extremely happy and excited to be a Corvette owner and look forward to years of enjoying the car and driving the hell out of it. I have already used this site for many questions I had previously and everyone has been gracious and welcoming in their responses. Thanks in advance for any help you can give.
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Congrats on getting a C5 - they are excellent cars. The 50th emblem should not be on your car - I would recommend taking it off.
Not sure what the rattle may be - you might want to get it checked by a competent Corvette mechanic.
Not sure what the rattle may be - you might want to get it checked by a competent Corvette mechanic.
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Before removing the badges I would check the VIN to determine the model year. Remember, early 2003 models were sold in late 2002. If so, it could be titled as a 2002, even though it is a 2003.
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No one asked,,does it have 50th anniversary nose and tail emblems. All 03's had them,,different from the limited "Anniversary Edition" emblems,,that ONLY came with a special dark red (forgot the name)with a gray interior!!Only these had the fender emblems!! Hope this helps!! Whatever,,welcome to the madness,,and DRIVE and ENJOY your vette!!!
