Is a factory stripe package worth it?
05-23-2006, 03:25 PM
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Is a factory stripe package worth it?
What would it cost to get two PAINTED stripes on a new Camaro? I can't see GM offering a factory stripe package for less than $495, and I don't want anything to do with vinyl stripes like the 4th gen had.
Maybe it would be in everyone’s best interest if stripes were a "dealer installed" option. More money for dealers so they would be happy. GM could supply stencils or specs so that all strips are standardized and the customer knows what to expect. They would be painted and be covered under warranty.
The hard part is what color combo would I get
Navy & white or black with silver or white
Maybe it would be in everyone’s best interest if stripes were a "dealer installed" option. More money for dealers so they would be happy. GM could supply stencils or specs so that all strips are standardized and the customer knows what to expect. They would be painted and be covered under warranty.
The hard part is what color combo would I get
Navy & white or black with silver or white
05-23-2006, 03:29 PM
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Re: Is a factory stripe package worth it?
I think it'd be a great idea!
I bet a lot of people would buy the option, meaning more $$ for GM.
The down side, though, is that I have a hard time seeing GM doing this painted instead of decal... but, you never know.
I bet a lot of people would buy the option, meaning more $$ for GM.
The down side, though, is that I have a hard time seeing GM doing this painted instead of decal... but, you never know.
05-23-2006, 04:13 PM
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Re: Is a factory stripe package worth it?
Sign me up for black w/silver stripes!! 
(hmmm, where have I seen that color combo before??? ).
But yeah, PAINTED would be so much better than decals!
(hmmm, where have I seen that color combo before???
).But yeah, PAINTED would be so much better than decals!
05-23-2006, 09:16 PM
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Re: Is a factory stripe package worth it?
I think I'd rather have the stripes be vinyl. That way after a few years if your tastes change, you can change them or simply remove them without having to repaint the car.
(This is coming from a guy with a Camaro that has painted stripes. )
(This is coming from a guy with a Camaro that has painted stripes.
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05-23-2006, 09:33 PM
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Re: Is a factory stripe package worth it?
Originally Posted by stars1010
Mine will look like this in drop top form 
I just don't see the appeal of stripes. I prefer a clean uncluttered looking vehicle. Stripes really clutter the look/lines of the car to me.
I'll take solid Silver or White please...
05-24-2006, 01:46 AM
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Re: Is a factory stripe package worth it?
Originally Posted by Capn Pete
Sign me up for black w/silver stripes!!
(hmmm, where have I seen that color combo before??? ).
But yeah, PAINTED would be so much better than decals!
(hmmm, where have I seen that color combo before???
).But yeah, PAINTED would be so much better than decals!
(Painted, not vinyl)