Steven's C7 Corvette - More Carbon Updates & the ultimate wall art! (12-20-20)
07-18-2014, 07:14 PM
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Thanks boys!
Another update: The new steering wheel is in the United States at Customs at JFK Airport. Apsis USA should be able to get it on Monday or Tuesday next week. He will ship it to me ASAP. I'm hoping to have the wheel one week from today.
Another update: The new steering wheel is in the United States at Customs at JFK Airport. Apsis USA should be able to get it on Monday or Tuesday next week. He will ship it to me ASAP. I'm hoping to have the wheel one week from today.
07-21-2014, 03:08 PM
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The steering wheel has cleared Customs. It has shipped and will arrive on Thursday. It will be installed on Friday-just in time for Fast Fridays.
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07-22-2014, 08:23 AM
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07-22-2014, 08:55 AM
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Steven, I was admiring your car and, in regards to post #943, is that a "Remove Before Flight" flag on the key fob? If so, that is most appropriate!
Anyway I've always wanted a 'Vette and the new C7 is absolutely gorgeous. I was going to say "enjoy"... but how could you not?
Anyway I've always wanted a 'Vette and the new C7 is absolutely gorgeous. I was going to say "enjoy"... but how could you not?
07-22-2014, 11:54 AM
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Interested in seeing that steering wheel 
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07-22-2014, 01:43 PM
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Steven, I was admiring your car and, in regards to post #943, is that a "Remove Before Flight" flag on the key fob? If so, that is most appropriate!
Anyway I've always wanted a 'Vette and the new C7 is absolutely gorgeous. I was going to say "enjoy"... but how could you not?
Anyway I've always wanted a 'Vette and the new C7 is absolutely gorgeous. I was going to say "enjoy"... but how could you not?
Thanks ReLaX! You are correct-as Jeremy said, it does have a "Remove Before Flight" tag on the key fob. Yes, it is appropriate too. This thing is a joy and a pleasure every time I get to drive it!
Here is a picture of the finished wheel. This is what it will look like when it's installed (minus the Carbon Fiber inner bezel).
I didn't order the bezel yet-the steering wheel cost more than enough.....
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07-22-2014, 03:39 PM
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Sat in a new C7 convertible this morning. Sweet car. At first I was like, how do I get into this thing? Kind of a tight squeeze but I fit fine with the seat all the way back. The interior is nice. Loved the push button doors and cubby behind the nav screen. Bet it's a blast to drive.
07-22-2014, 03:43 PM
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Matt, if you're tall, it could be a challenge to get in and out of the Stingray. I'm 5'9", so it's not an issue.
This C7 is full of little bells & whistles that make it great. Chevrolet did their homework on this one. They crossed every "T" and dotted every "I".
This C7 is full of little bells & whistles that make it great. Chevrolet did their homework on this one. They crossed every "T" and dotted every "I".
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Steven, there is a stain on the steering wheel....
wait, its on the screen...never mind that
wait, its on the screen...never mind that
07-23-2014, 08:24 PM
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It should be here tomorrow.......!
07-23-2014, 08:47 PM
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I'm 6'1" and it was a tight fit when I got in a Stingray a couple weeks ago at the Glen. I didn't fiddle with the seats but I would be disappointed if I couldn't fit.
07-24-2014, 10:44 AM
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I'm 6'3" and it was very snug with the seat all the way back. I fit in a BRZ way better.
07-24-2014, 05:28 PM
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The steering wheel and carbon fiber window switch arrived at noon today.
Installation is set for 11:30 tomorrow.
Installation is set for 11:30 tomorrow.
07-25-2014, 08:54 AM
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07-25-2014, 02:10 PM
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It's here---and it's installed!
So is the Carbon Fiber piece on the driver's side door for the Window Switches:
So is the Carbon Fiber piece on the driver's side door for the Window Switches:
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looks effin AWESOME !!!
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I was hoping you would get the CF bezel as well 
07-25-2014, 05:33 PM
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07-25-2014, 08:49 PM
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^^^ I guess so. Can we take up a collection for the bezel?????
07-26-2014, 06:38 AM
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Tastefully done. Then again, I like CF. Your C7 is really coming along nicely.
07-26-2014, 02:43 PM
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Thank you, gentlemen!
I agree-my goal was to mod this Stingray aggressively, but tastefully done as well. Too much is too much-even if it's Carbon Fiber.
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some pics of the CF interior...
different focal points on the dash
DSC_2168 by Anil Sadhwani, on Flickr
DSC_2169 by Anil Sadhwani, on Flickr
DSC_2171 by Anil Sadhwani, on Flickr
different focal points on the dash
DSC_2168 by Anil Sadhwani, on FlickrDSC_2169 by Anil Sadhwani, on FlickrDSC_2171 by Anil Sadhwani, on Flickr
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07-27-2014, 09:30 AM
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Thanks for taking these and posting these, Anil-excellent pictures!
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youre welcome brother....
let me know if you want to the full sized images...when we meet next, will give em to ya
let me know if you want to the full sized images...when we meet next, will give em to ya
07-27-2014, 03:49 PM
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That would be awesome!
07-28-2014, 07:14 PM
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A little better shot of the driver's side window switch in Carbon Fiber.
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07-29-2014, 09:21 PM
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A couple of new shots-one of the new Carbon Fiber flat bottom steering wheel from Apsis USA.
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