It’s no surprise to us that the new C8 Corvette Hardtop Convertibles are selling much better than compared to the drop tops of previous Corvette generations. For the 2022 model year, the C8 HTCs have reached near parity with the Coupe models as they accounted for 48% of all Corvettes sold. Convertible sales haven’t been this good since 1969 because there are finally no compromises to be made by selecting the Convertible. The traditional ride noise is much quieter with the retractable hardtop in place, and you don’t lose any storage space due to the roof.
The only “feature” not available on the Convertibles is the ability to showcase your LT2 engine, which resides under a black insulated engine cover. Lucky for us, Corvette owners are an industrious bunch, and there is now an aftermarket modification available from our friends at American Hydrocarbon that now allows you to see your Convertible’s V8 engine.
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C8 Corvette HTC Clear Engine Bay Cover
One of the most exciting aftermarket mods made exclusively for the C8 Corvette Stingray’s Hardtop Convertible is the new clear thermoplastic cover that allows you a full view of your 6.2L LT2 engine when the convertible’s roof hatch is opened. American Hydrocarbon is now offering these clear engine covers, and don’t forget to add a custom-painted engine cover to complete your look!
These custom engine covers are manufactured in the USA by RapidRev, and they fit all 2020+ Corvette Stingray Convertible models. The impact resistance thermoplastic is fully transparent and optically clear to showcase the entire engine bay with OEM precision.
Installation is a snap as these covers install in minutes using OEM hardware. The clear engine cover also comes with the same rubber gasket seal as the GM cover and includes washers to prevent cracking if you overtighten. Once installed, you can still access the rubber service caps for adding fluids to the engine.
The C8 Corvette HTC Clear Engine Covers are priced at $595.
C8 Corvette High Wings
C8 Corvette Stingrays have multiple spoiler options and one of the most popular versions is now available through American Hydrocarbon. The High Wing Spoiler is an exact copy of the OEM version and uses the same mounting points as the Z51 spoiler.
You have multiple ways to customize your High Wing Spoiler from American Hydrocarbon. These can be finished in Carbon Flash Metallic, Visible Carbon Fiber, or custom painted any of the C8’s exterior body colors for a perfect match. You can also customize the Side Plates of the High Wing spoiler and there are striping options as well. Stand out from the crowd with a customized High Wing Spoiler for your C8 Corvette Stingray from American Hydrocarbon.
The High Wing Spoilers are made from reinforced ABS plastic for strength and durability. The mounting template and all the hardware is included. These are painted to order in the great state of Florida and each piece is covered with five clearcoats and then buffed to a show-winning shine!
The High Wing Spoiler for the C8 Corvette Stingrays start at $1,295.00 for the Carbon Flash Metallic finish.
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Being an old timer who expects things in cars to break, an engineer who is a sceptic, I wasn’t sure of the top on the HTC sitting over the hot engine. I was convinced that there is plenty of insulation above the engine to protect the top from the heat, and it had been thoroughly tested. So taking out all that insulation will let you show off then engine, at what cost. It isn’t going to do the top any good.
I think Ed has hit the nail on the head. I too wondered about heat and the stored hardtop without the insulated plate and then the effect of the heat on the clear cover, trapped between the hot engine and the stored hardtop. I have a strongly held confidence in the competency of the GM Engineers when designed the car, that there was a reason why they decided they needed to add that insulated cover.
Can we get an answer to Ed’s question?
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