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Old 05-08-2024, 10:08 AM
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We are awaiting an allocation for a C8 2LT Z51+ and are considering adding a silver engine cover. Our concern is whether it will reflect sunlight onto the rear window and cause damage?

Thanks for your views.
Old 05-08-2024, 11:22 AM
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You posted question in Introductions .... welcome... moving you to C8 section.. gl
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Old 05-08-2024, 12:59 PM
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I have the silver engine cover, really like it as it goes with the silver striping. No reason for concern.

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Don't believe you have anything to worry about as will be fine.
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You’ll be fine, but my advice is don’t waste your money on the engine cover, in a short time you won’t even look at it.

congrats on your new car.
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Our silver engine cover does not cause any visual distractions except when parked and folks want to look!
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Old 05-08-2024, 04:50 PM
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I added the Sterling Silver engine cover shortly after I took delivery of my car nearly 3 years ago and never once has it caused a reflection or distraction, but sure looks a lot nicer when you take a peek back there.
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I don’t think you will have anything to worry about.
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The silver color does not standout very much, imo. I took mine off and put on a body color, rapid blue,specialty painted one.
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What is a Z51+ I'm not familiar with that.
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I have a '23 ordered with the silver cover. No issues and it Pops more then most colors, I get compliments on it !!!


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I see the infotainment screen on the back window of my coupe more than anything in the engine bay.

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