Opinions on hoodscoop - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Mitsumark · 01-04-2014

Fellas..Ive had the pleasure of speaking to a few of you over the phone already.Even received some good help on some running issues already..A little intro about me..Im out of NJ and currently own a 91 Black/Black Z..Car has a Vette Docs 368 build,Watson Headers with a full catless 3' exhaust,Mark H tune,Coilovers,Big brake Brembros,and alot of other stuff..The car has 70k on it and was a former road course race car as it came with alot of documentation,build sheet/specs,and sponsership decals.The car currentl makes 458rwhp.Although it is in great shape,it is far from perfect..It has its share of scratches,needs new moldings,ect..Definitely a driver..Reason for the post is Im looking for opinions on a look that Im going for..I know alot of the purists are gonna hate it and I would never butcher a near mint car..My car is a driver with 70k and to modded to ever be returned to its original state..So I spotted this LT4 C4 online just browsing and I actually loved the way it looked..It is painted in JD Blitz Black and he has an old Stingray hoodscoop molded into his factory hood..To me it looks menacing.Im not one to really ever care what people think..However I dont want to be a laughing stock either when I show up on some of the cruises.Mine is the one with the cover on it..Honest opinions please..

Kevin · 01-04-2014

looks out of place, but if you like it it's your car

ghlkal · 01-04-2014

Are you thinking of painting the car flat too, or just adding the scoop?

I love your wheels, BTW

Blue Flame Restorations · 01-04-2014

It "may" not be for everyone but it's your car and you should do what you want. Life's too short not to have what you want out of it!!

Mitsumark · 01-04-2014

Going JD Blitz Black also..If anyone feels its hideous,Im not offended at all..Just want to see if my taste really does suck lol.Im doing it no matter what.Car will look just like that one with the exception of the wheels..Will also be cranking down my coilovers more also..

Blue Flame Restorations · 01-04-2014

I don't think your taste sucks at all. While not for me, I'm anxious to see how it looks when you're done.

You should plan on coming to the NCM C4 Gathering in May. It's always a great time for ZR-1 folks! I'm sure many people would like to see the finished product.

Paul Workman · 01-04-2014

NOT my cuppa tea...

My two cents

cadillac531 · 01-04-2014

I think it's cool you posted up here looking for opinions.

I agree, the scoop looks a little out of place on a C4. It's a cool scoop though, it would look better on another application. I've never been much of a scoop guy...unless it was functional.

I think some cars look great with a matte finish like that, but IMO the C4 doesn't have the lines for it.

Whatever you do, I hope you do it your way and you're happy with the end result.

Mitsumark · 01-04-2014

Yep..Plan on going to some of the events..Trying to get her buttoned up for spring..Just placed the stock wheels up for sale to fund a new 7 piece molding kit..Once received it will be going to the bodyshop with the new molding kit and hoodscoop..I used to work in a bodyshop back in H.S..Just dont have the time anymore to do anything that takes longer than 2-3 days..Appreciate all opinions..

efnfast · 01-04-2014

Scoops ok, but don't like flat black. Looks worn out.
Like others have said "ain't my car"

01-04-2014	#2
Kevin Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: pittsburgh Posts: 4,624	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop looks out of place, but if you like it it's your car __________________ It's not the car, it's the people - Doug Johnson 90 r/r "KEYS ON" nick named "T.L.B"

01-04-2014	#3
ghlkal Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 885	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop Are you thinking of painting the car flat too, or just adding the scoop? I love your wheels, BTW

01-04-2014	#4
Blue Flame Restorations Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 3,899	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop It "may" not be for everyone but it's your car and you should do what you want. Life's too short not to have what you want out of it!! __________________ 1988 KOH Prototype EX5023 sold 1990 ZR-1 #444 Convertible 1990 ZR-1 Black #966 1991 ZR-1 Quazar Blue #296 1957 Duntov SS Project

01-04-2014	#5
Mitsumark Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 117	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop Going JD Blitz Black also..If anyone feels its hideous,Im not offended at all..Just want to see if my taste really does suck lol.Im doing it no matter what.Car will look just like that one with the exception of the wheels..Will also be cranking down my coilovers more also..

01-04-2014	#6
Blue Flame Restorations Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 3,899	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop I don't think your taste sucks at all. While not for me, I'm anxious to see how it looks when you're done. You should plan on coming to the NCM C4 Gathering in May. It's always a great time for ZR-1 folks! I'm sure many people would like to see the finished product. __________________ 1988 KOH Prototype EX5023 sold 1990 ZR-1 #444 Convertible 1990 ZR-1 Black #966 1991 ZR-1 Quazar Blue #296 1957 Duntov SS Project

01-04-2014	#7
Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,466	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop NOT my cuppa tea... My two cents

01-04-2014	#8
cadillac531 Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 243	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop I think it's cool you posted up here looking for opinions. I agree, the scoop looks a little out of place on a C4. It's a cool scoop though, it would look better on another application. I've never been much of a scoop guy...unless it was functional. I think some cars look great with a matte finish like that, but IMO the C4 doesn't have the lines for it. Whatever you do, I hope you do it your way and you're happy with the end result. __________________ Constantine Registry Founding Member #0235 1991 Corvette ZR-1 -- Stock, 94 ZR-1 exhaust system, muffler delete. 1956 Chevrolet Belair -- Pro Street, 531ci Cadillac, 8-71 Blower, 8pt roll bar, built TH-400, 9" rear, 1,100 HP -- Street Car. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8y4cwcvK0s 1968 Mustang "Pegasus" -- Zeeker Chassis, 584ci Dart Block, Brodix Big Brodies, 2-1150 Dominators, FTI 'Glide, 1168 hp, best ET & Trap(holding back) 8.57@159 -- 7.9X -- 1/4 mile car. 1970 Chevelle -- 468ci, TKO600, shaved and smoothed everything.

01-04-2014	#9
Mitsumark Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 117	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop Yep..Plan on going to some of the events..Trying to get her buttoned up for spring..Just placed the stock wheels up for sale to fund a new 7 piece molding kit..Once received it will be going to the bodyshop with the new molding kit and hoodscoop..I used to work in a bodyshop back in H.S..Just dont have the time anymore to do anything that takes longer than 2-3 days..Appreciate all opinions..

01-04-2014	#10
efnfast Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Dunbarton NH Posts: 7,534	Re: Opinions on hoodscoop Scoops ok, but don't like flat black. Looks worn out. Like others have said "ain't my car"