Carbon Fiber roof? - Page 2

cosmicdust73 · 02-18-2014, 08:40 PM

I got the exposed carbon fiber roof on a black 3LT. Personally I think it looks sick! It's more subtle on a black car because it blends in more... but damn does it look nice in the sun! I picked the car because it had the NPP option and was the closest match to what I wanted... but I probably would not have gotten it if I ordered the car myself. It's definitely a pricey option.

Bulos · 03-05-2014, 01:18 PM

I intend to order a crystal red, LT1 Z51 with Black wheels shortly. I like the way the black fiber roof looks but I live in South Florida and have heat concerns as we get a lot of incredibly torching sun down here. My Scion TC has a sun roof but it came with a sun shade that easily slides over the black glass and it does a good job and I have no extra heat issues. Does anyone have a definitive answer? I could live with the roof painted to match the car for the lines are so nice but that black roof does look cool!
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Originally Posted by Emmdmd

Ditto GForensic. I ordered my crystal red Z-51 with the carbon fiber root because it just completes the look of this car and all the black accents. The roof was a must, along with the carbon flash mirrors/spoiler and black rims.

Stingray · 03-05-2014, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Bulos

I intend to order a crystal red, LT1 Z51 with Black wheels shortly. I like the way the black fiber roof looks but I live in South Florida and have heat concerns as we get a lot of incredibly torching sun down here. My Scion TC has a sun roof but it came with a sun shade that easily slides over the black glass and it does a good job and I have no extra heat issues. Does anyone have a definitive answer? I could live with the roof painted to match the car for the lines are so nice but that black roof does look cool!
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Just in case so no one gets confused regarding the exposed carbon fiber roof option vs. the transparent roof option...

The exposed cf roof is not see through since it only reveals the actual cf pattern via clearcoat yet it is still a solid roof therefore it will not torch your cranium... while the transparent is obviously see through (think of a tinted plexiglass clear window as your roof) therefore it lets sun/heat in...

Exposed CF Roof:

Transparent Roof:

Bulos · 03-05-2014, 03:15 PM

ahhh thanks for clarifying so the CF has the look without the heat issues?
One further question, my 84 Jeep is finished in bed liner and I know that the rough texture tends to trap dirt and grime, and such issues with the CF top? Thanks in advance and to those of you that have already responded.

Stingray · 03-05-2014, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Bulos

ahhh thanks for clarifying so the CF has the look without the heat issues?

Yes, the exposed CF has the look but has no heat issues since it is solid. And keep in mind you have 3 roof options (stand-alone or via combo pkgs.) for the C7:

1) Body-color painted carbon fiber (this is standard; #2 & 3 are optional)

2) Exposed carbon fiber (same material as #1 except instead of body-color paint, the roof is clearcoated so you can visibly see the carbon fiber weave & pattern; the channels are still body-color painted however as you see on the red/cf roof I previously posted)

3) Transparent (clear & tinted; see-through)
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purpleRac3r · 03-05-2014, 05:35 PM

No dirt issues with the visible carbon top - its completely smooth with a near-mirror clear coat finish. There is no texture to trap dirt.

And if you hot the transparent top, aftermarket companies make a number of easy to install liners to block the light and heat if needed. Since these are available for every transparent top on previous generations, I'd be shocked if they don't for the C7.

KaBoom1701 · 03-05-2014, 05:38 PM

Here's a pic from the inside.

Stingray · 03-05-2014, 06:44 PM

I love the transparent top... especially during dawn, dusk, and evenings. What a great view!

I also like the fact that I have both body-colored and clear tops. For me it was worth it to purchase the clear top afterwards and still retain my standard top. I saved nearly $500 this way vs. ordering both as a package option (which would be $1995).

Bulos · 03-06-2014, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Stingray

I love the transparent top... especially during dawn, dusk, and evenings. What a great view!

I also like the fact that I have both body-colored and clear tops. For me it was worth it to purchase the clear top afterwards and still retain my standard top. I saved nearly $500 this way vs. ordering both as a package option (which would be $1995).

You bought the clear top after you bought the car with the body colored one? Was it after market or from Chevvie?

Bulos · 03-06-2014, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Stingray

Yes, the exposed CF has the look but has no heat issues since it is solid. And keep in mind you have 3 roof options (stand-alone or via combo pkgs.) for the C7:

1) Body-color painted carbon fiber (this is standard; #2 & 3 are optional)

2) Exposed carbon fiber (same material as #1 except instead of body-color paint, the roof is clearcoated so you can visibly see the carbon fiber weave & pattern; the channels are still body-color painted however as you see on the red/cf roof I previously posted)

3) Transparent (clear & tinted; see-through)
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I think for me since I do like the look the CH would be the way to go. In my Scion I open the moon roof sometimes at night but never feel compelled to slide the sun shade unless the roof is open I suspect with the vette I would from time to time take the roof off on a balmy. cool Florida day (rare) or evening (not so rare).

Bulos · 03-06-2014, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Stingray

Yes, the exposed CF has the look but has no heat issues since it is solid. And keep in mind you have 3 roof options (stand-alone or via combo pkgs.) for the C7:

1) Body-color painted carbon fiber (this is standard; #2 & 3 are optional)

2) Exposed carbon fiber (same material as #1 except instead of body-color paint, the roof is clearcoated so you can visibly see the carbon fiber weave & pattern; the channels are still body-color painted however as you see on the red/cf roof I previously posted)

3) Transparent (clear & tinted; see-through)
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Stingray · 03-06-2014, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Bulos

You bought the clear top after you bought the car with the body colored one? Was it after market or from Chevvie?

Yes I did. OEM GM clear top... there is no C7 aftermarket top available (yet).

Bulos · 03-06-2014, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Steven Bell

I originally ordered my car with the dual roofs. The car I bought has the color keyed/painted roof. I'm really glad I didn't get these 2 roofs. Both break up the sleek lines of the C7.

Steven the more I study the pics the more I tend to agree I think on a brightly colored vette especially the black interrupts the lines making it "stumpier" solid Crystal Red I think it will be I'll save the 2K for speeding tickets.

carsonulrich · 03-06-2014, 03:06 PM

I have the exposed CF roof. It was on the showroom vehicle I purchased a day ago. I probably would not have ordered a car with it, but now that I have it on my car, I am glad I do. As long as I plan on keeping the car, the $2K is worth it to me. The roof is gorgeous.

03-05-2014, 03:15 PM	#18
Bulos Drives: 2015 Z51 2LT CRM & 2006 Scion TC Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Davie,Fl Posts: 125	ahhh thanks for clarifying so the CF has the look without the heat issues? One further question, my 84 Jeep is finished in bed liner and I know that the rough texture tends to trap dirt and grime, and such issues with the CF top? Thanks in advance and to those of you that have already responded. Last edited by Bulos; 03-05-2014 at 03:53 PM.

03-05-2014, 05:35 PM	#20
purpleRac3r Drives: 1974 & 2014 Corvette Stingrays Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Troy, Mo Posts: 623	No dirt issues with the visible carbon top - its completely smooth with a near-mirror clear coat finish. There is no texture to trap dirt. And if you hot the transparent top, aftermarket companies make a number of easy to install liners to block the light and heat if needed. Since these are available for every transparent top on previous generations, I'd be shocked if they don't for the C7. __________________ '74 Stingray coupe, heavily modified, as seen in August 2011 VETTE magazine, 2014 Stingray Z51 #196, ordered 02/11/13, built 08/29/13, Museum Delivery 10/04/13, driven daily!

03-05-2014, 05:38 PM	#21
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02-18-2014, 08:40 PM	#15
cosmicdust73 Drives: Black 3LT Stingray w/NPP, Carb Roof Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: NYC Metro Area Posts: 12	I got the exposed carbon fiber roof on a black 3LT. Personally I think it looks sick! It's more subtle on a black car because it blends in more... but damn does it look nice in the sun! I picked the car because it had the NPP option and was the closest match to what I wanted... but I probably would not have gotten it if I ordered the car myself. It's definitely a pricey option.

03-05-2014, 06:44 PM	#22
Stingray just can't get enough Drives: a bunch of fast toys... Join Date: May 2012 Location: SoFla Posts: 3,605 View My Garage	I love the transparent top... especially during dawn, dusk, and evenings. What a great view! I also like the fact that I have both body-colored and clear tops. For me it was worth it to purchase the clear top afterwards and still retain my standard top. I saved nearly $500 this way vs. ordering both as a package option (which would be $1995).

03-06-2014, 03:06 PM	#28
carsonulrich 3LT Z51 Torch Red Coupe Drives: 1987 Corvette Convertible Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Virginia/RQDW34 Posts: 33	I have the exposed CF roof. It was on the showroom vehicle I purchased a day ago. I probably would not have ordered a car with it, but now that I have it on my car, I am glad I do. As long as I plan on keeping the car, the $2K is worth it to me. The roof is gorgeous.