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Old Feb 9, 2022 | 08:43 PM
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I added some black to the top, what do you think?
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I'm seriously considering the same thing. Looks awesome. How much did it run you?
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Looks good!
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I'm seriously considering the same thing. Looks awesome. How much did it run you?
Just under $600.
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Old Feb 9, 2022 | 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by pat321
I added some black to the top, what do you think?
Personally, I don't care for it. But your C7, if you like it that's all that matters.
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Old Feb 9, 2022 | 09:55 PM
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I do like a black top!
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Old Feb 9, 2022 | 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
Personally, I don't care for it. But your C7, if you like it that's all that matters.
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Old Feb 9, 2022 | 10:30 PM
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I like it bro!
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I think it looks pretty good. I assume it is just a wrap, correct?
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Not for me.....I had a 94 Z28 that came from the factory like that(hated it) but painted he roof panel to match the car color. But to each his own, as long as you like it that's all that matters
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I like it especially with red.
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Not my style but it nicely fits the overall black/red motif of the car.
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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
I think it looks pretty good. I assume it is just a wrap, correct?
Yes
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
Personally, I don't care for it. But your C7, if you like it that's all that matters.
Agree. its all up to the owner
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Looks good, goes well with the wheels and overall exterior scheme.
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Looks great!
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I like it !

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Sorry, but I left tu-tones in the '50's; but, if you like it that's all that matters.
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