Newb question about C5 vert
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Newb question about C5 vert
I'm a newb here and I'm thinking about using some of my war money to get a c5 vert. I have one question though...
Is there an aftermarket powertop kit for the c5 (one that's proven and reliable)?
I've already ran a search of the forums with my question, but I can't seem to find an answer. If any of you have any info, I greatly appreciate it.
Is there an aftermarket powertop kit for the c5 (one that's proven and reliable)?
I've already ran a search of the forums with my question, but I can't seem to find an answer. If any of you have any info, I greatly appreciate it.
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Have not heard about any power top for the vert. There is a conversion kit that adds a hardtop to a vert and modifies the rear compartment area. The conversion is approximately $10.5K.
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From: Mustang OK
Originally Posted by Emperor
Is there an aftermarket powertop kit for the c5 (one that's proven and reliable)?
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Originally Posted by charliesc5
why spend the money Just get a Window Valet and windows are down before you get to the car. Flip a couple levers, open the hatch and fold it up.
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Yeah...
I understand the point that you all are making, in that the power top is a largely (actually it's a completely) cosmetic feature. It's more of a "i just want one just to have one" kinda thing than any actual need of any sort (or even a specific desire..). Thanks for your your help though - hopefully I'll find one with reasonable weight/price/warranty.
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Originally Posted by BILL RUPP
My top will go up or down in less than 15 seconds. Who needs the weight of a motor and whatever else would be needed.
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Do a search we talked about power tops for C5 verts in the past somewhere. In So Cal there is a company that has power tops for C5s *** coach works*** i just can't remember the name but there are others as well.
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Originally Posted by Mark JD
Order a C6 Vert..... Then you'll get the power top option! 
The C6 vert is probably the way to go....
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Originally Posted by Emperor
I'm a newb here and I'm thinking about using some of my war money to get a c5 vert.
By your statement I assume you are alot younger than most here and probably a whole lot more fit than most of us. Believe me the top is not a problem to put down. I can do it quicker than a guy that works for me that owns an SLK. The other thing is 90% of people have no idea that our top is not power. I regularly get "you have to put the top down manually?".
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Thanks
^Thank you for your appreciation. And yes, I am rather young, but I just fell in love with the c5 and now I have the chance to buy one.
The c6, based on what I've read, is an awesome car and an improvement in many ways over the c5, however it has failed to captivate me the way the c5 has. Maybe if I see them in person I'll change my mind. I'm still going to wait a year or so before I get my Vette, so who knows.
Plus the c5 is cheaper.
I'll search the forums again, and try to find that SoCal company and see what they have to offer.
Thanks
The c6, based on what I've read, is an awesome car and an improvement in many ways over the c5, however it has failed to captivate me the way the c5 has. Maybe if I see them in person I'll change my mind. I'm still going to wait a year or so before I get my Vette, so who knows.
Plus the c5 is cheaper.
I'll search the forums again, and try to find that SoCal company and see what they have to offer.
Thanks
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C5 Vert Question
Emperor:
Here is the address for the C5 retractable hardtop, plus their website address. http://coachbuildersltd.com/
Coach Builders Limited, Inc.
1410 South Main Street
High Springs, FL 32643
Sales, Larry Moran
24/7 Cell (386)984-6088
or (386) 454-2060
Parts & Service (386) 454-2060
Maybe they can provide you with the info you're look for.
Dave
Here is the address for the C5 retractable hardtop, plus their website address. http://coachbuildersltd.com/
Coach Builders Limited, Inc.
1410 South Main Street
High Springs, FL 32643
Sales, Larry Moran
24/7 Cell (386)984-6088
or (386) 454-2060
Parts & Service (386) 454-2060
Maybe they can provide you with the info you're look for.
Dave