Zip Corvette hosted our 12th annual Cruisin’ in the Fast Lane Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 4, 2024. For only the second time in 12 years, the weather forecast was uncertain….but that didn’t stop the enthusiasts from coming out! Click the images below to enlarge Zip welcomed more than 130 Corvettes to our corporate […] The post Zip Celebrates 12th Annual Customer Appreciation Day appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Corvette Restorer’s Society gathered at Zip Corvette on Saturday, April 20, 2024 for their annual judging session. Nearly 50 enthusiasts converged onto Zip’s corporate campus for the private event, which draws beautiful Corvettes from all over the Mid-Atlantic.  The morning began with a judging school session and the judging of 4 Corvettes […] The post Zip Hosts 2024 NCRS Judging Session appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

Worn, cracked and well-loved seats can age your Corvette’s interior. But nothing adds substance to your 4th Generation Corvette’s interior restoration like the replacement of your Corvette’s seat covers. Instant refresh! All C4 Corvettes came from the factory with either standard or sport seats. Not sure which seats you have? If your Corvette features the […] The post The Best C4 Corvette Seat Covers from Zip appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

One challenge of caring for C4 Corvettes can be aging sound system components. In part one of this blog, we showed you how to replace the radio control head with a modern Pioneer receiver. This second part will offer a cost-effective alternative: how to achieve a C4 Corvette stereo upgrade by repairing your current system. […] The post Part 2: How to Fix Bose Amplifier/Speaker Assemblies for a C4 Corvette Stereo Upgrade appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

Looking for a C4 Corvette brake upgrade? Zip can help! Zip recommends Wilwood Superlite Brake Kits for 1984-1996 Corvettes.   The Superlite 6 Big Brake Kits are specifically engineered for your C4 Corvette. Billet Superlite 6 piston calipers, BP-10 brake pads, machined aluminum hats, and 2-piece GT brake rotors exemplify award winning style and provide the […] The post The Best C4 Corvette Brake Upgrades from Zip appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

Every Corvette owner needs a car cover to protect their investment from unwanted scratches, fingerprints, dents, harsh weather, debris and pollutants when stored. Zip has a wide inventory of the best Corvette car covers to meet your specific needs – indoor, outdoor…even custom covers to match your Corvette! 1984-1990 MaxTech Car Cover – Highly rated, this car cover provides affordable protection for […] The post The Best Corvette Car Covers from Zip appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

C6 Corvette Brake Caliper Covers are a quick and easy way to dress up the wheels and brake system on your 2005-2013 Vette. Zip’s brake caliper covers are made from 6061 T-6 aluminum, powder coated, TIG welded and include a patented fastening system. Designed to hide your Corvette’s ugly calipers and reduce brake dust on […] The post C6 Corvette Brake Caliper Covers from Zip appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

Do you know the average lifespan of a convertible top? According to industry experts, a quality vinyl top should last 3-5 years and quality canvas will give you 7-10 years. Lots of factors can affect the lifespan including usage and exposure to elements. So how do you know when it’s time for a 1968-1982 Convertible […] The post C3 Corvette Convertible Top Replacement from Zip appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

1953-1962 Corvette Firewall Insulation Sets are now manufactured in-house at Zip Corvette! Zip uses the original patterns, dies, molds, materials and processes originally developed by Joe Malicke of Northern Star/Country Corvette. They are committed to continuing the tradition of offering the most correct firewall insulation available for Corvette owners. Sets include 3-piece fiber board insulation […] The post C1 Corvette Firewall Insulation Sets from Zip appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more

by John Pfanstiehl Corvette engine compartments are inhospitable for rubber. The high temperatures, oil and gas vapors and infrared heat from exhaust manifolds are tough on AC hoses. Fortunately these hoses often are easy to change. Zip Corvette offers many AC hoses as complete assemblies and at a reasonable price. Follow along to see what […] The post 1963-1982 Corvette AC Hose Replacement appeared first on Corvette Magazine | Corvette How To's & Technical Articles ..read more