Corvette's exterior

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An easy and effective way to upgrade your Corvette's exterior is by installing aftermarket exhaust tips. This is also a great way to restore some shine to an older car that has seen better days. There is a huge assortment of exhaust tips available for every generation of Corvette, whether it's a 1954 or 2004.

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Styles and Finishes

1. As with any model of car, there is a wide variety of exhaust tips available for Corvettes. The most popular is a simple rolled or beveled tip that terminates in a slight slant for an aggressive appearance. There are also square tips, rectangular tips and of course "bow-tie" shaped exhaust tips that mimic the distinctive appearance of the Chevrolet logo. As far as finishes, polished stainless steel is a great look, but there are also chrome, brushed stainless steel (for a more muted appearance) and even carbon fiber tips. Carbon fiber tips are a good choice for newer Corvettes like the C5 and C6, but may not look as good on older, classic models. For a really flashy look, there are even tips that have LED lights that light up around the opening of the tip.

Where to Buy Them

2. Because of the relatively high end nature of Corvette's, it's best to install high quality exhaust tips. West Coast Corvettes has a wide range of tips as does Corvette Exhaust Tips (see Resources). You can also find a wide range of Corvette as well as generic exhaust tips at large companies like Summit Racing. EBay is another sure bet. Simply type in what you are looking for in the search box and you will be presented with a huge array of options. You can also check out your local Corvette dealer, where they will have a selection of OEM (original equipment manufacturer). Another good bet are local muffler shops, that can also install them for you.

Installation and Care

3. Most exhaust tips are easy to install and require only a wrench. Simply slide the tips over the existing exhaust pipes and then tighten the bolts that clamp the tips to the pipe. Some tips will need to be welded on by an exhaust shop. To ensure that your new exhaust tips stay looking new for years to come, clean them regularly with soap and water and then polish them with a metal polish.

Most Popular Car Paint Colours in 2010

The first thing you see when you look at a car is the color. The color of a car is one of the most important things for a car owner.

It is very difficult to choose the right color for your car because of the wide variety of choices out there. It should not only be appealing to you but also it should make a statement and it is very important that it makes the right one. Whether you want to repaint your old car or if you are on the verge of buying a car you should first do a little research and see what the trendiest colors of the year are. Of course, after you decide all the other important technical aspects.

If you are planning to repaint your car alone, then you should know that it is not advisable to do it using regular paint you should only use quality car paint. But when you are choosing the color of your car paint you should make sure that it really represents you. The trendiest colors for car this year is metallic gray or metallic beige. The cars painted all in black might seem appealing up to one point but you might find it that it is not great driving in car that might send the impression that you are some kind of mobster.

The colors of the cars in 2010 are inspired from the more earthy tone. So you can choose to paint your car plum red or even silver. Silver is a color that hides dirt and nicks also. It is easy to maintain and will never go out of fashion. Also, if you are fond of black but wouldn't want to leave the impression described above then you should choose a dark blue. The color is sleek and will be the perfect substitute for black.

It is really important to choose the color that best represents you and if it is one of the colors that is also in the trend this year then it is even better.