T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
08-25-2006, 04:55 PM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by JakeRobb
Somebody photoshopped T-tops onto the concept, and I thought it looked pretty good. I'll see if I can find the pic...
EDIT: no luck.
EDIT: no luck.
08-25-2006, 06:45 PM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by Fbodfather
uhmmm..........not quite......we already have complaints that the Corvette roof panel is too big/heavy....................................can't be done unless someone can change the laws of physics......
If the targa is out, can I vote for a hardtop convertible?
08-25-2006, 08:05 PM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by rob2299usa
I have a feeling that this thing is gonna have a traditional sunroof...
08-26-2006, 10:49 AM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by Fbodfather
I should also say this:
"you are preaching to the choir on this one!"
To illustrate: I'd rather drive a regular Corvette Coupe or convertible rather than a Z06. (and yes, I actually parked my Z06 and picked up a convertible!) I'm an open air kinda guy!
"you are preaching to the choir on this one!"
To illustrate: I'd rather drive a regular Corvette Coupe or convertible rather than a Z06. (and yes, I actually parked my Z06 and picked up a convertible!) I'm an open air kinda guy!
I am with you Scott, some type of convetible is in my future. But I don't know if its going to be a 5th gen vert, or one of the hard-top verts, Pontiac G6, or a used 6-speed SSR.
Its not going to be a Saturn Sky which I feel in love with until I test drove one because I couldn't hardly steer it because the steering wheel was so low it was rubbing against my legs and blocking the view of the gauges. One of the disadvantages of being tall, I guess.
But I wish there was going to be a targa or T-Top option on the 5th, I think its just part of the car.
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08-26-2006, 11:28 AM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
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08-26-2006, 11:30 AM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
I hope we can at least get something better than a conventional sunroof...
The G6 roof might be nice, or even just panoramic glass, something like two of whats in the Maxima...
The G6 roof might be nice, or even just panoramic glass, something like two of whats in the Maxima...
08-26-2006, 11:55 AM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by ws6transam
As for T-tops, It offers structural advantages over the targa, not to mention the fact that T-tops are easier for lug around. I prefer my T-tops OUT and stored in the rear hatch,
08-27-2006, 10:49 PM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
well being a member of family with 2 camaros, one with t-tops (my bros) and one without (mine) i can say this.
I love the t-tops a whole lot. when theyre off its a lot easier getting in and out (especially to the back), gives u the feeling of a vert, the saftey of a roof (in the insanely unlikelyhood of a rollover). and it just looks cool...
but...
when i go back into mine, i honestly dont miss it that that much.i almost never even think about it. Im fine without them.
that said, Scott, ill take a convertible 500 hp 5th gen please
I love the t-tops a whole lot. when theyre off its a lot easier getting in and out (especially to the back), gives u the feeling of a vert, the saftey of a roof (in the insanely unlikelyhood of a rollover). and it just looks cool...
but...
when i go back into mine, i honestly dont miss it that that much.i almost never even think about it. Im fine without them.
that said, Scott, ill take a convertible 500 hp 5th gen please
08-28-2006, 11:14 AM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by Chevymuscle311
For those wondering about it being built in Canada here are my thoughts:
As much as we love America we all have to admit that there are many obstacles placed on businesses/corporations here. Workers Compensation costs are throught the roof, Labor Unions drive up costs and the price of Medical Benefits are astronomical. Canada has free health care and that alone probably makes it more economical to build in Canada. As long as it is engineered here in the USA and made from high quality parts I have no problem with it being built in Canada.
As much as we love America we all have to admit that there are many obstacles placed on businesses/corporations here. Workers Compensation costs are throught the roof, Labor Unions drive up costs and the price of Medical Benefits are astronomical. Canada has free health care and that alone probably makes it more economical to build in Canada. As long as it is engineered here in the USA and made from high quality parts I have no problem with it being built in Canada.
As far as T-tops vs Targa. I wouild be fine with neither. I would rather the engineering $ and option cost go to somthing else performance related.
08-28-2006, 11:28 AM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by Fbodfather
uhmmm..........not quite......we already have complaints that the Corvette roof panel is too big/heavy....................................can't be done unless someone can change the laws of physics......
08-28-2006, 12:14 PM
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That one gets a thumbs up from me! More performance - Less weight!
Originally Posted by JCS30TH
As far as T-tops vs Targa. I wouild be fine with neither. I would rather the engineering $ and option cost go to somthing else performance related.
08-28-2006, 12:48 PM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
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I want T-Tops.
Targas have their place, but the storage issues are hard to overcome, and I don't want to have to deal with lifting a panel that big. The Vette's is fine, but anything bigger just won't work.
I want T-Tops.
Targas have their place, but the storage issues are hard to overcome, and I don't want to have to deal with lifting a panel that big. The Vette's is fine, but anything bigger just won't work.
08-28-2006, 04:29 PM
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Re: T-Tops or 1 Piece removable top?
Originally Posted by TTopJohn
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I want T-Tops.
Targas have their place, but the storage issues are hard to overcome, and I don't want to have to deal with lifting a panel that big. The Vette's is fine, but anything bigger just won't work.
I want T-Tops.
Targas have their place, but the storage issues are hard to overcome, and I don't want to have to deal with lifting a panel that big. The Vette's is fine, but anything bigger just won't work.
hmmm.............
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