AL_Jazz
Seasoned Member
Hello folks! I am completely new to the XLR but not to either the Cadillac or Corvette families. I previously rebuilt an '08 black cherry STS which I loved and prior to that rebuilt a C5 Vette. I have now purchased an '05 Xenon Blue base XLR and working on rebuilding it. Below are some pics when I had it delivered to my shop and some I took Friday once disassembly was started. Finding parts has been a bit more difficult than anticipated, but I am seriously looking forward to enjoying this remarkable automobile.
I've made a few mis-steps already and should have done more homework before starting to order parts. In my excitement to get it finished, I purchased a used '05 bumper cover and grill. Once I started reading, I could have purchased an '09 bumper cover, grill, and foglights to have updated the look. Oh well, we live and we learn. I have not been able to locate a hood, so I will be rebuilding this one until I can locate one. I have found some Roderick RW2 18x8 front and 18x9 rear wheels I am considering ordering for her. I think I would prefer the chrome Z06 wheels, but I cannot find the exact offset info I need to order the correct ones as not to experience rubbing issues. I have also ordered a Pioneer AppRadio 4 to replace the existing headunit providing updated voice navigation, true bluetooth integration and ODBii DashCommander functionality.
Hopefully this week I will be able to post some additional pics as she nears completion and will be driving her by next weekend.
I've made a few mis-steps already and should have done more homework before starting to order parts. In my excitement to get it finished, I purchased a used '05 bumper cover and grill. Once I started reading, I could have purchased an '09 bumper cover, grill, and foglights to have updated the look. Oh well, we live and we learn. I have not been able to locate a hood, so I will be rebuilding this one until I can locate one. I have found some Roderick RW2 18x8 front and 18x9 rear wheels I am considering ordering for her. I think I would prefer the chrome Z06 wheels, but I cannot find the exact offset info I need to order the correct ones as not to experience rubbing issues. I have also ordered a Pioneer AppRadio 4 to replace the existing headunit providing updated voice navigation, true bluetooth integration and ODBii DashCommander functionality.
Hopefully this week I will be able to post some additional pics as she nears completion and will be driving her by next weekend.