Michigan-based aftermarket parts company Quinten Racing LLC has released a set of engine bay covers for the C8 Corvette Stingray that are intended to be used whilst washing the vehicle.
These so-called “car wash covers” for the C8 Corvette Stingray Coupe are intended to fill the cooling slats in the mid-engine sports car’s engine bay cover so soap and water does not enter the engine bay while the vehicle is being washed.
As some readers and C8 Corvette Stingray owners may already know, the vehicle comes from the factory with two drains that are integrated into the engine bay side covers underneath the vents, which are intended to catch the majority of the water and drain it out of the engine compartment. Despite the presence of these vents, the engine cover will still get splashed with soap or water during the cleaning process, which can leave spots on the engine cover itself once the soap and/or water dries. Many Corvette owners also look after their vehicles with rigorous attention to detail, so despite the presence of the factory water drains, we can understand why some enthusiasts would still want this product.
“Our car wash covers keep the nasty overspray out of your engine bay while you are washing your C8,” Quinten Racing LLC says on its web page. “The car wash covers are made from a flexible urethane and can be reused again and again to help you keep your Corvette clean. Simply put the covers into place before washing your car and remove once dry.”
C8 Corvette Stingray owners have responded very positively to this product’s release, which is great for a small company like Quinten Racing, but that means there’s a slight production delay on new orders. The company says the current lead time for delivery is about four weeks – but this leaves plenty of time for Corvette owners to grab a pair before summer. They are priced from $199 USD plus tax and shipping charges.
Check them out at this link.
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$200? WTF? A vehicle like the C8 should be properly detailed and coated, Silica rinseless washes is all it needs. I have detailed a few C8’s, rinseless washes only allow in a small tiny amount of water, dry up the inside of the engine bay after..simple!
That’s high quality plastic right there.
A bit of water getting into the engine bay of my C8 Corvette is a problem I would love to have. Happy motoring all!
This one deserves a “n” please.
The trouble with items like this is they can alter air flow and create other issues.
The Fiero had under hood air flow covered keep temps down but many added scoops that disrupted this and damage the electronics.
Yes, because people wash their Corvette while going highway speeds… It’s very efficient, eliminates drying.
Right! What the heck is this goof even talking about.
Na I’ll just keep detailing my engine compartment. That’s a lot of washes for the money.
A $5.99 roll of Green 3” wide painters masking tape is all you really need!
I ordered a set after trying to design a set myself. Considering the cost of other accessories I don’t think the price is out of line.
This is actually a pretty good idea, but the $200 price tag is obnoxious. I’ll wait for the knockoffs. Besides, it gives me a reason to detail the engine cover and bay which usually collects a fair amount of dust too.
What I see is anyone that can make “something” for a C8, then charge a lot.
Personally I feel that C8 owners are being taken advantage of with outrageously priced anything as an add-on.
I do wash my C8 and my C8 engine myself. Never, not once, have I felt like I needed to cover those.
A solution where there is no problem.
There has plenty of times I just wanted to do a quick foam and rinse before I head to local cars and coffee. I Let it blow off on the drive 😀😀. This would normally soak the engine bay and create a lot of clean up. So I ordered these and it will be great solution to my wash & GO ‘s!! There are times as a C8 owner I want to keep it dry. Great solution and Michigan based 👍👍
If you want it buy it if you don’t you won’t buy it. End of story.
Have Corvette fix the problem along with air soops netting and transmission leaks
On youtube there is a video of a guy that uses a comforter over the engine bay while washing …….works great .
Who doesnt have an old comforter laying around ?
Ordered my C8 engine bay cover April 8,22 and after two e- mails asking about my delivery, I still have not received a response. Buyer beware.
Is this place still in business ? Back in January I placed an order for these C8 wash covers. My credit card was billed immediately. It’s now been nearly 8 weeks, so I am trying to get status. But there’s no contact information (phone, address, email, etc.) on their website – and the “Contact Us” form on their site does not generate a response. I’m beginning to think we’ve been had !
Just tried these for the first time. These things do not fit that tight. The only thing that “seals” them is their own weight. I spread my beach towels inside over the engine and adjacent fascia just in case – as I always did before. I was very disappointed. Both beach towels were totally saturated. There was no less water inside then there was all the times I’ve washed the cat without these covers. Actually, there may have been more – although I don’t quite understand that. I’m sometimes a sucker for certain innovative accessories. Probably wouldn’t have bought these given the price – but my wife thought differently and got me a set for my birthday. As cool as these things look – they are ineffective and therefore virtually useless. Don’t waste you money !!!