Hello... I was just wondering but what is it about the 1997 look that people are trying to replicate with the SCs. This isn't a troll. But it's got me thinking?!?!

 

Most people seem to like the 97+ style more. I like the grill, the chrome accents on the rear lights, the body kit just looks nicer in my opinion. Nothing wrong with a clean 92-96 or though... Most people seem to like the 92-96 rear spoiler opposed to 97+.

 

I converted from the pre-97 front to the 97+ bumper simply because its more aggressive in appearance, and has a greater airflow. After looking at the front of the pre-97's for long enough, I realized that without an aftermarket lip, it looks like a fish, similar to the early LT Camaro's.

 

Yep...though it's gets me thinkin...costs around 5k to get a good 97+ SC around here in the west and yet thats about what they pay to convert...I prefer 97+ as well. Especially the 2000 model...

 

It does nothing for me really, Id be glad to trade someone my 97+ kit for their aftermarket kit.
Its still a SC at the end of the day.

 

Appearance. The front end and side skirts make it look a lot less boaty.

 

Having a stock '92 for over 20 years was great but then seeing all of the body kit choices that mimic a lot of the characteristics of the 97+ style front end made it an easy upgrade choice.

Acquiring an OEM 97+ bumper cover is expensive if ever found (not even sure they are available anymore). The body kits out there are not all that great a fit (except for the Shine) and takes a skilled shop to apply most of them.

The fog lights, also, were a bit pricey but for me are the crowning feature versus the cornering lights of the original bumper cover. Also went with a version that had the front slot in the middle and purposely eliminated the badge.

 

LOL yes! That's exactly what I thought too.

The car overall seems to look a LOT higher off the ground simply because it doesn't have the aggressive front bumper, side skirts, or the slight 'lip' on the rear bumper.