Yeah, I would definitely take this to the best body shop I knew. If I did it, the car would come out of the garage looking like the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.
Air brush a picture of your engine on the trunk - boom - problem solved ;) This does look pretty cool though - I'd probably purchase a second hatch and go for it myself :)
Yeah I would definitely get a deck lid from the salvage yard and cut on it. Zero chance I would let a shop cut on my C8, so salvaged piece is the best option for me. I really love this though, looks fantastic and can definitely pass for OEM ( design wise).
Sign Shop guy here. That cut-out is barbaric! Roto-Zip? Cheap bit? Egads! There are plastic rated high-speed bits! Tape/ secure as you go. No chunks will drop. Nor crack-n-hang while working.
I think that looks awesome. My concern is you cut out main supports on the deck lid, so how does that affect the structure integrity. They were obviously there for a reason. I have a HTC and you can raise and lower the top at 30 mph. What's going to happen to the lid when you do that now? I wouldn't do this mod myself, I would take it to a body shop to have them do the install. It looks really sharp, looks like it could have come from the factory.. GM should incorporate this into their HTC design. I'm sure they would sell more HTC's as many coupe buyers wanted to see the engine.
I agree with the majority of these comments. It looks amazing. GM should’ve done this. I think you guys would sell more units. If you did the work in the house or sold finish units with the agreement that you get their old top.
@@chadbigler the clear engine cover and the upper window portion are sold separately. The upper window is $1500 unpainted/ $1745 painted, the clear engine cover is $1000
I would not cut, sand, or drill any holes in the original rear trunk cover in my Corvette, but I would purchase another Corvette rear engine trunk cover and rear engine cover from the Chevrolet dealership and install the window glass on it at a professional body shop. I would save the original trunk engine cover and put it away in a safe place
If you all produced a complete replaceable decklid that just needed to be painted I would buy it knowing it would be significantly more money. But I would never cut up my own car.
The lead engineer spoke about this, if I’m remembering right it has to do with heat shielding was insufficient with a transparent material. Longer term heat exposure with roof collapsed may damage the roof materials.
Looks great but having that first clear window cover they installed and then the actual window, wouldn't the engine bay over heat? Didn't look like it would get enough cold air.
I am in Florida, and getting a C8 from Stingray Chevrolet in Plant City FL. And it wasn't an option for my 2024. Might be a option a dealer offers for them to install....but nothing from GM! @@WaybackRewind
@@shaneandshelly It is on the option sheet for 2024. That being said, options have a tendency to disappear temporarily due to supply chain issues. But the option is advertised on the configurator.
This seems the engine only shows when the top is up but when down I dont think it would show. Thats probably why chevy didn't do it or chevy will do a similar thing in the future as the c8 is said to have a 10 year run from rumors I've heard. If that's true chevy will have something like this after the 6th year of the c8 to freshen it up and make more sales.
I hope this might make it to being available from the factory one day; just like the aftermarket made available the clear cover for HTC, and now the 2024 HTC you can order it from factory.
It looks nice but with the entire kit, engine cover and what others things you have to buy and install to look good it would cost more then 4k maybe even more then 5k just to see a plastic engine cover when the top is up. Most of the time you drive a convertible top is down. For that money i wouldn't do it. A nicely loaded c8 htc z51 will cost a little over 100k after tax. Maybe if a used high mileage one for around 65k and no more warranty maybe but on a new car probably not and it might avoid warranty if a dealership wants to be that way.
Exactly! I would have no problem reading instructions “throughly” and breaking out my Dremel. Anything can be accomplished by following the instructions. Tedious and Meticulous is right up my alley🤞🏼
@@_Car_Ideas The install went smooth had the kit was painted Carbon Flash by INC Collision Houston and American Audio Concepts Houston did the install i post a video Monday
GM reminds me of what Harley does to it's customer...... Nickle and dime something that should have been apart of a think tank to include what the people want the first time instead of inconveniently having consumer looking for someone to do this afterwards!!!
Honestly if I were to do this project I would buy the least expensive c8 HTC used as prices go down an older model probably base LT 1 60 k version only exterior paint of choice and taste and hire an expert with specific experience to this task with all the pro shop equipment needed to do this right.
I bought the HTC because The engine is covered and can’t be seen, too many idiots out there that think they have to look at the motor and because they’re too short or fat they lean against the side of your car just to see what is basically just a plain V-8 Leaving you with a permanent reminder of their stupidity, it will take thousands and thousands of dollars trying to make it look Nice enough to add this mod in my humble opinion. looks like the glass Has been moved closer to the drivers compartment Making the idiots want to climb on your Corvette to see a plain V-8 There is no way even if I found a Very experienced body man doing this particular install This install looks like it pushes the window/Viewports even Closer to the drivers compartment, it would cause the idiots to have to do more acrobatics to try to see the motor………… No thank you !!
The convertible is a non starter for me. If GM had done this, I still would not have it. I ordered a 3LT Z51 in November ‘22. I am more than happy with this car. Will not modify it other than intake screens I have installed. But this is just me. You do you. Too bad GM didn’t do this from jump street. Seeing the engine is simply a must.
LOL this "convertible is a bit of a misstep. Gigantic buttresses remain AFTER dropping the top. The point of the C8, the mid-engine is hidden. the much less expensive coupe is far better looking.
I've said it before so many times, why would you want to put a plastic cover (or whatever it is made of) over the engine,,, when you can just look at it, why would I want to view a engine thru something,,,, it just doesn't make any sense and such a waste of money
I think it looks great, if you sell the rear HT engine section as a whole I’d buy it but I would never attempt this on such a pricy vehicle.
I agree, would love to buy it complete and just have a local body shop paint it to match
No effing way I could/would even WATCH somebody do this to my car, let alone try it myself. 😱
Have faith brother...
You never know where truly skilled customizer may lay...
If I would have got a htc I would do it...
Yeah, I would definitely take this to the best body shop I knew. If I did it, the car would come out of the garage looking like the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.
Air brush a picture of your engine on the trunk - boom - problem solved ;)
This does look pretty cool though - I'd probably purchase a second hatch and go for it myself :)
Looks great! But I don't think I got the nuts to do it myself. 😳
Would love this but I would be afraid of doing something wrong
Yeah I would definitely get a deck lid from the salvage yard and cut on it. Zero chance I would let a shop cut on my C8, so salvaged piece is the best option for me. I really love this though, looks fantastic and can definitely pass for OEM ( design wise).
Sign Shop guy here.
That cut-out is barbaric!
Roto-Zip? Cheap bit? Egads! There are plastic rated high-speed bits!
Tape/ secure as you go. No chunks will drop. Nor crack-n-hang while working.
I think it looks great! I would never attempt this myself.
Not a chance.
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I think that looks awesome. My concern is you cut out main supports on the deck lid, so how does that affect the structure integrity. They were obviously there for a reason. I have a HTC and you can raise and lower the top at 30 mph. What's going to happen to the lid when you do that now? I wouldn't do this mod myself, I would take it to a body shop to have them do the install. It looks really sharp, looks like it could have come from the factory.. GM should incorporate this into their HTC design. I'm sure they would sell more HTC's as many coupe buyers wanted to see the engine.
I agree with the majority of these comments. It looks amazing. GM should’ve done this. I think you guys would sell more units. If you did the work in the house or sold finish units with the agreement that you get their old top.
I am good on this one.I will keep my HTC an HTC😁😁
Major props to you for developing this, very impressive
I got mine installed on my C8 and I absolutely love it!!!
What did it cost to install? Or did you do it yourself?
@@brianwalsh7040 I had it installed, they charged $700. I would recommend that you show this video to shops first so you can get an estimate.
That seems pretty reasonable to me. Not sure how much the kit itself costs but it’d be cool.
@@chadbigler the clear engine cover and the upper window portion are sold separately. The upper window is $1500 unpainted/ $1745 painted, the clear engine cover is $1000
Where did you get it installed? If you don't mind me asking
I would not cut, sand, or drill any holes in the original rear trunk cover in my Corvette, but I would purchase another Corvette rear engine trunk cover and rear engine cover from the Chevrolet dealership and install the window glass on it at a professional body shop. I would save the original trunk engine cover and put it away in a safe place
Exactly how it should be offered from Chevy
IMO at least as a factory option. Great work seeing the opportunity and making it real for everyone.
If you all produced a complete replaceable decklid that just needed to be painted I would buy it knowing it would be significantly more money. But I would never cut up my own car.
I really like this product although I wish chevy would have provided this as an option. Must be a reason they didn't
If you get a coupe then you already get the glass on back only hidden on convertibles
@@tejvirsingh137 We realize that. We are talking about the HTC
@@tejvirsingh137his point, is that the HTC should’ve had a see thru option.
The lead engineer spoke about this, if I’m remembering right it has to do with heat shielding was insufficient with a transparent material. Longer term heat exposure with roof collapsed may damage the roof materials.
@madebygj yeah, I thought the same, although I believe the 2024 will either have this as an option or a standard feature. We'll see
I think this looks great!
It definitely should come from factory like this.
Your only competitor is Cunningham, although yours looks much better
💯
Wow, beautiful for car shows. I have a C8 and am always receiving compliments
My concern is rigidly and integrity of the deck.
Looks great but having that first clear window cover they installed and then the actual window, wouldn't the engine bay over heat? Didn't look like it would get enough cold air.
This is amazing!! Shame on GM for not doing this from the factory! Had I known this existed I would have opted for a HTC
Rumor has it its an option for 2024
I am in Florida, and getting a C8 from Stingray Chevrolet in Plant City FL. And it wasn't an option for my 2024. Might be a option a dealer offers for them to install....but nothing from GM! @@WaybackRewind
@@shaneandshelly It is on the option sheet for 2024. That being said, options have a tendency to disappear temporarily due to supply chain issues. But the option is advertised on the configurator.
Simply, wow!
Now, if GM made a clear roof top! When it's down you could still see the engine.
CANT EVEN WATCH ,,, COULD NEVER DO THIS😂😂😂😂
Chevy should have done this from the start. Kudos for creating this!
That is amazing
Pretty neat.
Looks pretty cool but waaaay too complicated to do alone
I’d like to order, will this be available? I checked your website but it said out of stock.
For me, that is one of the many things I like about the C8 HTC.....NOT seeing the engine.
Looks great and I assume the engine can be seen with the top up or down? Magic!
No. The stowed roof blocks the view of the engine with the top down.
@@flyingjoed
WOW
I would like to know where did you bought the HTC engine window because I'm trying to get one for mine
How much for the kit?
Love this. Looks amazing. Thanks
does this also work for the z06 convertible?
Wow i was just saying this is why i was not going to buy a speedster so now i can
Just one concern from me. You cut out the support system that makes it strong, so how is it reinforced since those parts are gone?
The bonded window frame and glass is a stronger reinforcement stucture than the small bracing that was removed.
This needs to be a factory option. Dealers couldn't install in this manner.
Does it void the warranty?
yes it might.
100%
That’s fire im decently doing this to my soon to be ordered c8
I might just get drunk enough someday to try this…
To be honest you guys should make that frame in carbon fiber it would look so much better
I'm interested in this is there anyway we can talk more about it?
Where do I get that engine intake cover?
This seems the engine only shows when the top is up but when down I dont think it would show. Thats probably why chevy didn't do it or chevy will do a similar thing in the future as the c8 is said to have a 10 year run from rumors I've heard. If that's true chevy will have something like this after the 6th year of the c8 to freshen it up and make more sales.
I hope this might make it to being available from the factory one day; just like the aftermarket made available the clear cover for HTC, and now the 2024 HTC you can order it from factory.
The one you ordered from the factory for 2024 the window opening is smaller
It looks nice but with the entire kit, engine cover and what others things you have to buy and install to look good it would cost more then 4k maybe even more then 5k just to see a plastic engine cover when the top is up. Most of the time you drive a convertible top is down. For that money i wouldn't do it. A nicely loaded c8 htc z51 will cost a little over 100k after tax. Maybe if a used high mileage one for around 65k and no more warranty maybe but on a new car probably not and it might avoid warranty if a dealership wants to be that way.
When can i get this?
that looks sick and not afm. idk whay these other guys are talking about.
Exactly! I would have no problem reading instructions “throughly” and breaking out my Dremel. Anything can be accomplished by following the instructions. Tedious and Meticulous is right up my alley🤞🏼
@@2020matrix8e here
What does it look like with the top down?
When the tops down you just see the body color of your roof through the window.
This is nuts, who in their right mind would do this?
I imagine you have to buy the intake manifold from the coupe because the intake manifold on the convertible is just a black plastic manifold.
Cool does this work for a c8 Z06 also??
Yes
I’d be inclined to by a HTC if I could get you to fly down and install this window.
You still can’t see the engine when the top is down.
It’s a shame they don’t do this at the factory. Nice piece of customization.
Where can I order this kit ?
There is no room for mistakes none
Can the top still be let down at 30 miles per hour?
Yes
@@Josensam1 Started the install
today
@@brianrhodestvhow was the install? I’m about to order.
@@_Car_Ideas The install went smooth had the kit was painted Carbon Flash by INC Collision Houston and American Audio Concepts Houston did the install i post a video Monday
@@brianrhodestv I just subbed. I’m definitely interested to see your video! Are you concerned at all about voiding the warranty for the top?
I'd rather install a cast-iron plate so i can cook up some bacon and eggs.😂
GM reminds me of what Harley does to it's customer...... Nickle and dime something that should have been apart of a think tank to include what the people want the first time instead of inconveniently having consumer looking for someone to do this afterwards!!!
Chevy should offer this as an option
There is almost no way the average person could do this and have it look decent.
Only a trained person should do this. E everything isn’t a diy job
Someone will just make a compete replacement before long. Id rather do that than go cutting into the factory hatch
Why doesn't GM offer this already?!
I like it. Would be easier if the deck was off the car.
Just lost about 20k in value as if devaluation in this economy wasn't enough, there is a reason why the factory doesn't do this... 😢
Just get the coupe
Honestly if I were to do this project I would buy the least expensive c8 HTC used as prices go down an older model probably base LT 1 60 k version only exterior paint of choice and taste and hire an expert with specific experience to this task with all the pro shop equipment needed to do this right.
There are no $60k c8’s anymore lol. $65k best you can get.
You gotta be brave to do this sh@t😂
If you can afford that car get one that has it instead of paying out money to get it done!
How much??? Please take my money
Nice looking but way to complicated of an install for what it is.
Come on guys....
The worst thing can go wrong is that they would have to replace a piece...
not sure if i’ll ever do it but I almost can’t believe this wasn’t an option from factory
That's how you do it Chevy designer's LOL
I agree ill keep my HTC an HTC It just doesn"t look right. You can tell its aftermarket.
Agreed. I have the coupe but it looks kinda wonky
I bought the HTC because The engine is covered and can’t be seen, too many idiots out there that think they have to look at the motor and because they’re too short or fat they lean against the side of your car just to see what is basically just a plain V-8 Leaving you with a permanent reminder of their stupidity, it will take thousands and thousands of dollars trying to make it look Nice enough to add this mod in my humble opinion. looks like the glass Has been moved closer to the drivers compartment Making the idiots want to climb on your Corvette to see a plain V-8 There is no way even if I found a Very experienced body man doing this particular install This install looks like it pushes the window/Viewports even Closer to the drivers compartment, it would cause the idiots to have to do more acrobatics to try to see the motor………… No thank you !!
No need im good
This have to be installed by a PRO.. I wouldn't TRY
Let me send you my top you do it for me
I really don’t want to see the engine on any car!🧐
The convertible is a non starter for me. If GM had done this, I still would not have it. I ordered a 3LT Z51 in November ‘22. I am more than happy with this car. Will not modify it other than intake screens I have installed. But this is just me. You do you. Too bad GM didn’t do this from jump street. Seeing the engine is simply a must.
LOL this "convertible is a bit of a misstep. Gigantic buttresses remain AFTER dropping the top. The point of the C8, the mid-engine is hidden. the much less expensive coupe is far better looking.
Why GM doesn’t have a smart designer who will design something like that from the manufacturer, should be an option, and I know people will pay for it
No way don't do it
Hell no.
I've said it before so many times, why would you want to put a plastic cover (or whatever it is made of) over the engine,,, when you can just look at it, why would I want to view a engine thru something,,,, it just doesn't make any sense and such a waste of money
Ummm no thank you 😂
sorry waste of money
your not looking at a engine, but a engine cover that could look like anything anyone designs.. a waste of money , time
Well, you can remove the factory engine cover. So I'd say it wouldn't be a waste of money
Wow this seems like a hack job, I can't believe anyone does this. I keep my top down most of the time so you don't see the engine anyway.
Heck NO!!!
JUST FOR THE LOOKS WASTE OF MONEY, TIME AND VOID OF WARRANTY