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ps374 09-21-2014 03:24 PM

C4 Headlights Wow
 
Being a member of NCRS I have heard remarks like " Nobody cares or looks at a C4, Nobody". I realize a C4 does not compare to some of the orginal C1, C2 and early C3s cars as far as looks and excitment. They are true classics which only those who pleanty of cash can afford. But never since the C2 has any Corvettes headlights got such a applause as when the C4s are operating. The other night after driving at dusk and the sun went down a bunch of young boys on bikes saw my headlights in operation. I think their eys became as big as a silver dollar when the C4s lights did its light show. I realize many cars have had dissapearing headlighs in the past but pop up lights never did put on a show like the C2 and C4 Corvettes. When the C6 came out with the Viper style headlamps I admit I felt it was a step backwards. To bad the C7 didnt go back in time like the C2 and C4. I always felt the hidaway headlights were part of the Corvette mystic.I still believe its one of the features that makes the C4 such a special Corvette.

PLRX 09-21-2014 04:21 PM


Originally Posted by ps374 (Post 1587879869)
Being a member of NCRS I have heard remarks like " Nobody cares or looks at a C4, Nobody".

My 95 Betty Boop gets lots of kudos, and attracts more people than my 04 Z06.

Nobody? Sorry buddy you are totally wrong.


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...20b40f8668.jpg

QCVette 09-21-2014 06:59 PM

Maybe it is just the dark red '95's, but mine gets a lot of kudo's too.

http://i1041.photobucket.com/albums/.../P1000431s.jpg

I agree with the OP about the C4 headlights too. I have had several people comment when they see them open or close.

VikingTrad3r 09-21-2014 08:58 PM

I went into Canadian Tire the other day to buy a few things for the vette and when I approached the counter and there was a kid working there of highschool age. i told him the make and model and year and he says 'whhhooooooaaaaa man, those are the coolest vettes does it have the flip up lights and bright colored speedo'?

i said yup.

'wow man those are like classic vintage vettes now it must have cost a lot of money for that'.

i said yup. even though it was 4k.

i think the kids love these cars.

MavsAK 09-22-2014 10:42 AM

Kids love the C4. I work with kids on a daily basis, and get constant praise of the old girl.
It certainly does not lack of people taking pictures of it at car shows and cruises either.

People that allegedly are car guys who say the C4 isn't loved by Anyone, are suffering a case of penis envy. They spent $$$$$ on their vettes, and we didn't so to them it's not 'a real vette'. For them it's a status symbol and nothing more.

Car Guys, and Car Girls, real ones love the C4 like any other performance car.

Stellabarbara 09-22-2014 12:30 PM


Originally Posted by QCVette (Post 1587880918)
Maybe it is just the dark red '95's, but mine gets a lot of kudo's too.

http://i1041.photobucket.com/albums/.../P1000431s.jpg

I agree with the OP about the C4 headlights too. I have had several people comment when they see them open or close.

It's a shame some owners forget to clean the pop up headlights when cleaning their baby... The lights need tender loving care also. I struggled to bring mine back to life when I bought mine..:ack: good to go now. :thumbs:

ghlkal 09-22-2014 10:49 PM

PS374, you're right - the pop-up headlights on C4s are awesome. I still enjoy watching them open up, and -yes- I too felt the headlights on the C6 (and C7) were a step backwards.

JrRifleCoach 09-22-2014 10:59 PM

I'm always reminded of the Chevron Cars when the lights are up :D

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...11d1b0745a.jpg

Mike1985 09-23-2014 06:24 AM


Originally Posted by PLRX (Post 1587880144)
My 95 Betty Boop gets lots of kudos, and attracts more people than my 04 Z06.

Nobody? Sorry buddy you are totally wrong.


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...20b40f8668.jpg

No wonder why you have so many trophies, your car is beautiful!

DinoBob 09-23-2014 07:28 AM

My NCRS chapter treats the C4 contingent with just as much respect as the rest- they truly appreciate the greatness of this generation, even if it will be a while before the hobby at large comes to that understanding. That's quite ok with me.

vetteson 09-23-2014 08:10 AM

the cool is rubbing off the c5's I think, and soon with the c6's also. I am debating a lot of upgrading my 96, but I think I will just upgrade the drivetrain because the looks of my car is a lot better than later generations

csthews 09-23-2014 08:53 AM


Originally Posted by MavsAK (Post 1587884384)
Kids love the C4.

This is so true. My car gets so many compliments from the 18-25 age group.

The headlights definitely put on a show when activated. I wonder why they chose to have them rotate as opposed to just popping up.

MavsAK 09-23-2014 09:57 AM


Originally Posted by csthews (Post 1587890907)
This is so true. My car gets so many compliments from the 18-25 age group.

The headlights definitely put on a show when activated. I wonder why they chose to have them rotate as opposed to just popping up.

Being 29 myself I can attest that the 26 to 35 crowd like sit too :D

I've woken to find kissed lipstick on my windshield once :rock:

hcbph 09-23-2014 10:27 AM

Headlights
 
You know it's funny the things that come to mind. Ever since I bought mine, every time I see a C4 with the lights on it reminds me of a Bug Eyed Sprite. A friend had one when I was growing up, one always reminds me of the other.

Just a strange comment/thought.

1stVetteFinally 09-23-2014 10:36 AM

I just got my first Vette last week (Black Rose '92 LT1), so I'm brand new to the Vette world. But I've already been approached and asked about the car by 4 strangers.

maddogwyatt 09-23-2014 01:14 PM


Originally Posted by hcbph (Post 1587891548)
You know it's funny the things that come to mind. Ever since I bought mine, every time I see a C4 with the lights on it reminds me of a Bug Eyed Sprite. A friend had one when I was growing up, one always reminds me of the other.

Just a strange comment/thought.

I had a Frogeye as they're known here in the UK when I was 17. I'd fallen in love with one when I was about 7yrs old, and tried to swop my Dad's Jag for it!!
I'd prefer it if C4 lights were either round, or twin round lights like a C3.:yesnod:

Roys92BlackRose 09-25-2014 05:04 AM


Originally Posted by 1stVetteFinally (Post 1587891607)
I just got my first Vette last week (Black Rose '92 LT1), so I'm brand new to the Vette world. But I've already been approached and asked about the car by 4 strangers.

I also recently purchased a 1992 Black Rose Coupe, from a member of this forum. And this is my first post on the forums. I'm having a blast with "Roxy"!

tunedport85inject 09-27-2014 05:26 AM

Here my baby with opened eyes

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...d10eae4da8.jpg


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...f03cb9114c.jpg


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cor...a6bdd58a3e.jpg

kimmer 09-27-2014 08:48 AM

I think what turns a lot of people off is the factory ride height and not enough tire sticking out. As far as I'm concerned there's nothing hotter looking than a C4 with a tough looking stance, it makes the car.

tunedport85inject 09-27-2014 01:30 PM


Originally Posted by Roys92BlackRose (Post 1587905229)
I also recently purchased a 1992 Black Rose Coupe, from a member of this forum. And this is my first post on the forums. I'm having a blast with "Roxy"!

welcome bro' and enjoy your new ride "Roxy":cheers:


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