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Looking forward to seeing your car when it's done.
I'm 50/50 on bolt on fenders. Some look great while others look terrible. I do like the LW M3s out there. Curious to see if the super curvy C5 can pull them off.
Looking forward to seeing your car when it's done.
I'm 50/50 on bolt on fenders. Some look great while others look terrible. I do like the LW M3s out there. Curious to see if the super curvy C5 can pull them off.
I think it can. The FD RX7 pulls them, as do the Porsches...both very curvy hips. The visual issue I got away from was doing the "bubble" shape, as when looking from the rear the top has a rounded curve, then the quarter a round-wider curve, then the flare another round curve....it looked like bubbles...or too circular. I've now made them more angular to balance the shapes.
The year interim was kind of good because I've changed direction a little with the design rendering I have. I'll be taking a small cue from some newer race designs I've seen.
I've designed a lot of custom parts, car bodies in the past, etc. The C5 can pull it off easy...no question....just have to be done right. Lots of people in the Corvette crowd won't like it but...doesn't mean a damn thing to me. I don't connect with the Corvette crowd generally anyway...they're mostly old, drag racing, waxers...not my scene personally.
I'm having trouble respecting the thread when you say things like "sexy AF"
Do you think pumpkin spice is "tasty AF"
Since you're so "bored AF" with the corvette body mods, design some of your own. I agree it would be "cool AF" to see some more options, but I think exposed hardware on a street only car is "tacky AF" and "ricer AF"
Seriously, why don't you go to starbucks, go all "white girl AF" on a cinnamon dolce latte, and start drawing up some ideas. I'm sure people here would be "totally willing AF" to help.
Don't mind this guy OP, hes another proven follower
As time goes on and peoples opinion changes he will then pretend hes in love with this look, and hell even probably do it to his own car , that's how these people operate unfortunately.
Originally Posted by 0H1Z06
What's next, fart cans coming out either side of the C5....? Most of the pics, references are of imports w flared fenders, bolt on fenders... they don't work on the C5... THAT is why it hasn't been done... Let somebody in a C5 pull up to one of our C&C events or Corvette GTG's in something like that and they would be ridiculed from the second they arrive. Yeah, flared fenders are a horrible idea and look hideous on our cars.
I hate those "fart can" Hondas as much as the next guy, but lemme tell you something, they sound a lot better then the high pitched, RASPY, nails on a chalkboard sound that a lot of the corvette guys are running.
Even better then the straight piped motorboat/tractor/diesel that another large percentage of vette owners are running as well.
If your corvette club or car shows would ridicule someone for going with some flares and aggressive high end wheels, but then show respect to the jake the skull, chrome Chinese replica wheels and pep boys stick on vents,then that's your problem not ours.
Lets face it , the corvette comminuty in general is one of the most least refined group when it comes to modifying.
I began my custom setup a year ago, but moved cross country, and had a hell of a time with the move (large shop, lots of tooling, several cars, etc). I JUST got my z06 to my new place last month, then was caught up in prep for SEMA myself, with another company.
I'm making a setup for myself at this point, but I am making molds. I have several design renderings, and I will be going rivetless.
This was mockup in foam...initial shaping stage (pre-clay)
Pre-clay and very initial stage. Lower piece will seam where the quarter meets the lower panel and have a different shape with an integrated brake duct...so essentially disregard the lowest 5-6 slats of foam...they will be eliminated post molding the top quarter overlay portion. Hard to visualize from this pic, but...it's underway.
After a year of this on hold, I am now finally getting back underway. I have a wheel deal pending with Rennen International for the project...we spoke at SEMA and I did projects with them before. Car will have aero in a way that hasn't been done yet.
People can hate on it but they're often the same people with lambo door kits, chrome inserts and/or just a lack of vision to do something not readily available.
As far as the SEMA vettes...I'll tell you now, the yellow C7 was from extreme dimension, and the kit in person...was pure garbage. It used one piece fender overlays that overlapped seams, the seals were hacked...it fit really poorly as well. Junk.
That design is great so far man, im dying to try something myself ive been doing research last few days on making moulds etc..
Now would be a good time to get started again on this project
Wrong again buddy, my very first car ever was an import, and the dealership I bought it from had 2 of them (celicas) side by side for a similar price. One was stock body with some nice wheels, one had a bolt on body kit that was really well installed, and some nice wheels.
I chose the stock body, because no matter what, bolt on body kits do not look clean. On a drift or race car they work, but on a clean street car they just don't look as good.
None of the cars posted look particularly good, it looks about like drift stitches do. On a drift car, fine, but if you stitch up your bumper because you backed into moms camry, you're a tool
i am failing to see how adding fenders that look like they are bolted on to fit a bigger tire makes it more modernize? those fender's in the pics look like they belong on a truck and while some are done very good it still looks busy and very cheap looking imo
The design itself is modern. The "ballooned" and swollen body panels we have for our cars is, for the lack of a better description, "so 1999".
As a few people I chat with know I've been wanting this look for a few years now. The Liberty Walk and Rocket Bunny look isn't for everyone...but I LOVE the look. I'm one of the people sitting on the sidelines waiting for something to get offered for the C5. IF I had the talent and resources I likely would have done something already. Hopefully we do see some options in the near future.
The thing about car mods- any car mod- is it isn't for everyone. That's why there is such a large variety to choose from to make your car your own. Not everyone with an RX7 has to get a RB kit and not everyone needs to have RWB fenders on their 930 Turbo- but the fact that those guys at least have the option of doing so is nice.
The corvette crowd has it the other way: All mods should be for everyone. The only variety we get is a few wheel options- but even then this forum/community only chooses one (*Cough* 505a *Cough*).
The C5 corvette is no different than any other 2000's sports car whether it's Japanese or European.
Wrong again buddy, my very first car ever was an import, and the dealership I bought it from had 2 of them (celicas) side by side for a similar price. One was stock body with some nice wheels, one had a bolt on body kit that was really well installed, and some nice wheels.
I chose the stock body, because no matter what, bolt on body kits do not look clean. On a drift or race car they work, but on a clean street car they just don't look as good.
None of the cars posted look particularly good, it looks about like drift stitches do. On a drift car, fine, but if you stitch up your bumper because you backed into moms camry, you're a tool
I'd try and reason with you but my pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks is getting too cold and you're clearly lacking from a nap or something.
It's like I'm recommending everyone to slap bolt on fenders to their vettes. It's an OPTION guys. Not all of us want 505a wheels and L5 fenders.
I'd try and reason with you but my pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks is getting too cold and you're clearly lacking from a nap or something.
It's like I'm recommending everyone to slap bolt on fenders to their vettes. It's an OPTION guys. Not all of us want 505a wheels and L5 fenders.
It's really funny because I'm sitting at starbucks right now haha. When people say "AF" it's just too funny for me not to laugh at how sorority sister they sound
I don't like 505a's or l5 fenders, I like the vettenuts fenders very much though.
I meant no offense, I just don't like exposed hardware unless it's an actual track car. Looks too jeep-ish to me.
There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to flares and styles of flares.....it is personal opinion. Debates on what is right or wrong and "looks good" is just wasted bandwidth. If flares aren't your thing, they aren't your thing. If you like one style over the other, cool. But there is no valid argument as to what is right or wrong.
In the above picture with the C6, it really looks awesome to me....but the shape of the C5 nose will make the front integration a little harder IMO with the Liberty Walk type bolt on flares. If a C5 gets a flatter front (more of an air dam look) option or a Tigershark front end, then IMO it would look badass. This would make a very aggressive looking track car...never seen this done to a C6 until the picture was posted above. Can't wait to see something available for the C5.
The thing about car mods- any car mod- is it isn't for everyone. That's why there is such a large variety to choose from to make your car your own. Not everyone with an RX7 has to get a RB kit and not everyone needs to have RWB fenders on their 930 Turbo- but the fact that those guys at least have the option of doing so is nice.
The corvette crowd has it the other way: All mods should be for everyone. The only variety we get is a few wheel options- but even then this forum/community only chooses one (*Cough* 505a *Cough*).
The C5 corvette is no different than any other 2000's sports car whether it's Japanese or European.
Man I know what you're saying about some of the "elitists" that seem to think that it's their way only or no way at all and will try and talk down to you or criticize your mods when you "go against the grain/norm". I got some pretty negative responses when I did my winter wheels in a pearl white for my torch red FRC. I liked it, others liked it or didn't like it...but I liked it and that was the point...I LIKED IT ON MY CAR.
Same thing goes for flares or other body mods. Different strokes for different folks. I happen to like the old school look and feel of the bolt on flares. We'll wait and see what happens in the future. With the cost of entry coming down in the C5s and mods a plenty out there I can see another generation getting into them and bringing new blood and ideas to the table. Some will like it...some will hate it...there's room enough for all as far as I am concerned.
I began my custom setup a year ago, but moved cross country, and had a hell of a time with the move (large shop, lots of tooling, several cars, etc). I JUST got my z06 to my new place last month, then was caught up in prep for SEMA myself, with another company.
I'm making a setup for myself at this point, but I am making molds. I have several design renderings, and I will be going rivetless.
This was mockup in foam...initial shaping stage (pre-clay)
Pre-clay and very initial stage. Lower piece will seam where the quarter meets the lower panel and have a different shape with an integrated brake duct...so essentially disregard the lowest 5-6 slats of foam...they will be eliminated post molding the top quarter overlay portion. Hard to visualize from this pic, but...it's underway.
After a year of this on hold, I am now finally getting back underway. I have a wheel deal pending with Rennen International for the project...we spoke at SEMA and I did projects with them before. Car will have aero in a way that hasn't been done yet.
People can hate on it but they're often the same people with lambo door kits, chrome inserts and/or just a lack of vision to do something not readily available.
As far as the SEMA vettes...I'll tell you now, the yellow C7 was from extreme dimension, and the kit in person...was pure garbage. It used one piece fender overlays that overlapped seams, the seals were hacked...it fit really poorly as well. Junk.
That looks great and REALLY PROMISING. Can't wait to see how you address the fronts. I LOVE that you made the rear edge higher. Hopefully the fronts will be able to have a similar treatment.
That looks seriously awesome and aggressive. I'd drive the door off that thing. I wonder what's hiding in the engine bay and IF it's equally aggressive.
That design is great so far man, im dying to try something myself ive been doing research last few days on making moulds etc..
Now would be a good time to get started again on this project
Thanks...it's comin along after a hiatus but...I'm glad it did, because it spawned some new idea
Originally Posted by mre1974
That looks great and REALLY PROMISING. Can't wait to see how you address the fronts. I LOVE that you made the rear edge higher. Hopefully the fronts will be able to have a similar treatment.
I am failing to see how adding fenders that look like they are bolted on to fit a bigger tire makes it more modernize? Those fender's in the pics look like they belong on a truck and while some are done very good it still looks busy and very cheap looking imo
It reminds me of the flares on the 1964 Corvette Grand Sports, but in the case of THOSE cars, they were designed in the late 50s, and originally built around 7.75-15 tires, which were the tires of the day. So a set of outrageous flares were required to clear the "gumballs" that Goodyear introduced the year the GSs were being raced.....
I think the import pics above look awesome, but they are full race looking kits. If my C5 was a deticated full on race car I could see doing it.
I like my CC flared rear quarters, they don't appear to be stuck on. Look like they came that way, and for me, I hate double sided tape stick on components, cheesy.
Just prefer mods that don't detract from the cars lines, and are well done. Over time from my experience most body kits end up shaking loose, busted up junk. Can't even count how many times I've seen old vettes and imports with there custom body panels floppin in the wind.
It's to bad Supervettes isn't doing a C5 kit. Hell I want to buy a C6 just for there kit.
All these kits you see posted are for unibody cars. Well except for that C3...
Where it's much easier to cut out the metal and bolt on some fiberglass piece.
Since ours are literally bolt-on panels for the most part (some of glued) it just makes sense to replace the whole body panel section.
Why make it look riveted-on?
We actually have the better platform for body kits.
Last edited by dagon138; Nov 19, 2015 at 07:19 PM.
i am failing to see how adding fenders that look like they are bolted on to fit a bigger tire makes it more modernize? those fender's in the pics look like they belong on a truck and while some are done very good it still looks busy and very cheap looking imo
Agreed...and that "custom" flared C6 looks terrible IMO. I don't imagine bolt on, exposed rivet flares on a C5 would look good at all.
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Some will like it...some will hate it...there's room enough for all as far as I am concerned. 
