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Jul 29, 2005 | 01:36 PM

CULAYTR

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Rear window optical distortion

I know this is something that has been discussed before, but as a brand new owner I have to ask all of you is this something that just takes a little time to get used to? I never had rear view distortion in my C4 or C5. It is so noticeable to me, looking through the rear view mirror the view through the hatch window almost looks like those distorted mirrors you see in arcades. Clarity is terrible, total view is wavy and blurry. Before all of you ask, I don't have the auto dimming mirror as I have the 1SA package and I don't have any window tint and the window is clean on both sides. The windows compound curves aren't so different than on the C5, but the C5 was totally clear. I don't get it...

Jul 29, 2005 | 01:47 PM

Fred C. Dobbs

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Yeah I notice distortion too. It's where the window curves. I don't wash the windows and the dirt covers that area. There...problem solved.

Fred

Jul 29, 2005 | 02:08 PM

CROWVETTE

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We all have some distortion, but it would be worth your while to get it checked at the dealer. My C5 had distortion in the windshield and they replaced it under warranty. I suggest that if you know anyone else whos has a C6 that you compare them.

Jul 29, 2005 | 02:16 PM

StanNH

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Some degree of distortion is considered normal on all C6 coupes. What you're describing seems to be worse than what I see in my own rear window. I get some "waviness" but nothing like the blurring you're decribing. Is the distortion just as bad when viewed directly...not through the rear view mirror? I wonder if the mirror might have some didtortion in it that's aggravating the inherent distortion in the rear window. You should have your dealer look at it to determine if it's really a defect.

Jul 29, 2005 | 02:23 PM

Another Yellow

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Stan, I'm getting some distortion looking at your signature picture.

Frank

Jul 29, 2005 | 02:41 PM

ufso

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My C-5 had rear window had some distortion, as does my C-6, but to a little more extent.

Solution, live with it. We're not facing the rear window as we drive, so just enjoy the car!!!

Jul 29, 2005 | 03:57 PM

redvetteC6

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St. Jude Donor '05

5 months later, don't even notice it.

Jul 29, 2005 | 04:18 PM

ufso

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Where the heck were you last night? 3 guys joined and one of them was "WOODY!!!"

You're all talk but no show, pal!

Hey, are you going to Seaport Village in San Diego for the 'vette car show on Sunday? Hope to see you and the beautiful Bobbie there.

If I don't, stay safe and have a great weekend and maybe I'll see you on Aug.25th for our next club meeting.

Sparky