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Old Mar 21, 2018 | 09:24 PM
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The C7 Z51 I'm looking at has black headlights. Any good threads explaining this. Curious is its just a after market new plastic cover on it or a tinted film or ?? Ideas?
































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Old Mar 22, 2018 | 09:43 PM
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Old Mar 23, 2018 | 08:04 AM
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Looks like film plus it was a really dumb idea.
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Old Mar 23, 2018 | 08:16 AM
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Looks like film plus it was a really dumb idea.
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Old Mar 23, 2018 | 11:24 AM
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Looks like 'tint' to me.

I would HIGHLY recommend that you consult either your State D.O.T. regulations regarding light restriction on a vehicle or a State Trooper.

Sadly, either you 'consult them' first, or they will 'consult' you.

Sorry, to be the bearer of bad news.
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Old Mar 23, 2018 | 12:02 PM
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I'm guessing a ticket waiting to happen.
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Old Mar 23, 2018 | 01:03 PM
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Well,,if it is film you can just peel it off or don't drive after dark.
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Looks a film that can peel off easily.
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Old Mar 23, 2018 | 02:39 PM
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What's the purpose of darkening the lenses that your car's headlights shine through? Maybe it's a young man's thing, kinda like black wheels are more popular with the younger guys.

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