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Old Jan 12, 2020 | 08:13 PM
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Hey guys.... Anybody have any involvement in changing the top color on a C5.…. Car is electron blue with light oak and I'd like to re color it or change the color....top is in perfect condition other than color
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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 06:54 AM
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Really just a matter of personal choice in my opinion. My black '99 originally came with a white top but was changed to a black top. I much prefer the black for a more cohesive look but the top needed to be replaced anyway due to the top being damaged. Not really a cheap job and most prefer to have the job done by a experienced professional. Do what makes you happy!
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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 07:41 AM
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same color combo here and would prefer black top . . .peace
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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 09:22 AM
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I had mine wrapped in a carbon fiber look material. Did the same with the mirrors.

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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 04:57 PM
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Changing both the halo and top (to create a two-tone scheme) is very popular mod. Here's mine... both painted black.




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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Jim Reece
Hey guys.... Anybody have any involvement in changing the top color on a C5.…. Car is electron blue with light oak and I'd like to re color it or change the color....top is in perfect condition other than color
Convertible or coupe?
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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 07:34 PM
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He said light oak top, so convertible.
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He said light oak top, so convertible.
I've always thought that having the convertible top in the same color as the exterior looks really good, like some C6 convertibles.
I saw a 2003 50th Anniversary Vert with matching top for sale on facebook, yesterday, and it was really striking.
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Old Jan 13, 2020 | 08:28 PM
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Thanks guys... Got some thinking to do... Lol
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