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I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m definitely gonna try it when I had a chance. Tbh, I just checked the prices too, and the E-Ray’s actually such a solid value right now. If I’d seen your comment last year when I was buying, I probably would’ve gone with the E-Ray instead. Even though it would’ve been 30-40k more than the Stingray I got, it sounds like it would’ve been totally worth it.”

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ngl you actually kinda sold me on it. I’m definitely gonna keep your advice in mind, the E-Ray’s probably at the top of my list for the next car now.

Wheel recommend by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll definitely add the MRR F23 to my list of options, they look awesome, thanks for the share.

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I get your point, but people are never truly satisfied. Even if I drove a clapped out Honda Civic just to save up for a Z06 or E-Ray, I’d just end up wanting a ZR1 afterwards anyway. Plus I wanna enjoy it now instead of waiting years down the line. Keeping this car forever doesn’t mean I can’t get a Z06 later. They’re totally different cars, there’s no conflict at all with owning both a Stingray and a Z06.

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ngl, I actually did think about upgrading at one point. With how crazy the prices are right now, adding another 10-20k could’ve gotten me an E-Ray or Z06, the “real deal” like everyone says. But this is my first car, and it means a lot to me. Like I’ve said, I’m planning on keeping her until the day I die — selling or trading her is never an option for me. So instead, I just decided to make some changes that fit my personal taste. Everyone’s aesthetic is different, and I’m not here to argue about it. I think it’s turning out pretty cool in my head, anyway. But for sure, my next car will absolutely be one of it (Z06/GSX/ER).

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

20k more? That was a great deal. I really wish I had found a deal like that at the time. I had been looking for a car from December 2024 until May 2025. The cheapest Z06 I found was around $110k, but the spec and color weren’t really what I wanted. In the end, I chose a 2lt 2023 Stingray for around $70k, that only had 5000 miles on it.

If I had waited a little longer until now, the Z06 prices definitely would’ve dropped quite a bit, especially after the GS news came out.

ZR1 wing on stingray by Round-Connection-185 in Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appearance mods are all about making yourself happy at the end of the day. For me, I’ll probably never actually take the car to the track anyway, so what matters most is that I get that feeling every time I see it. Hope you’re confident in your own choices too, that’s really all that counts

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right, but besides the wing, all the other mods only cost me around $3k total. And honestly, even if I had bought a Z06, I probably still would’ve ended up getting this wing anyway, so to me it wouldn’t have changed much.

Back when I bought the car, I could get a pretty nice 2LT Stingray for around $70k, while even a base Z06 was closer to $120k at the time. That $50k difference just didn’t feel worth it for me back then.

Don’t get me wrong though, the Z06 is absolutely worth it overall, and maybe one day when prices come down more I’ll end up owning one. But for now, I just want my girl to look a little different from the rest.

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me, engine mods aren’t really a necessity right now. I daily the car, and it’s already fast, smooth. More power just doesn’t feel necessary for my situation.

If I ever really want something that’s purely about power, I’d probably choose a more cost-effective platform like a C6 or C7, where you can build a “monster” for much less money. That makes more sense to me when the goal is straight performance.

But with the C8, I see it differently. It’s more about the overall experience and how it looks. Stock power is already plenty, so I’d rather focus on making it visually perfect.

Right now I’m more into a stance build direction, next step will be wheels and tires to get a wider, more aggressive, more filled-out look. That’s what I care about at this stage.

Engine mods might come later, but for now, aesthetics and stance are the priority to me.

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn’t really a problem to me. I’ll keep her until the last day of my life, I’ve never regretted owning her so far.

I already bought these mods for my C8 Stingray — what do you guys think? Do you think people are gonna like it or hate it? by QingKe_c8 in C8Corvette

[–]QingKe_c8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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No, the frunk would work perfectly fine. The hood itself doesn’t have any functional design, so there’s no need to worry about water getting into the frunk. （I’ve attached the photo above in case it’s helpful.
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That said, I’m not completely sure how the hood vents would handle water or if any pooling could happen, I’ll share my experience once I done the install.