Borla 12649 Straight Pipe Rear Section with 4" Polished Tips for the 1997–2004 C5 Corvette
The Borla 12649 Straight Pipes exhaust system is a rear-section setup for 1997–2004 C5 Corvette owners who want a very aggressive exhaust note. This system uses straight pipe rear sections and does not include mufflers, and it finishes with 4" round polished tips.
Borla 12649 Product Details
- Vehicle: 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette C5 (5.7L V8)
- System type: Axle-Back (rear section)
- Configuration: Straight pipe rear sections; no mufflers
- Tips: 4" round polished T-304 stainless steel
- Includes: LH/RH over-axle sections, LH/RH tail pipe sections, gaskets, and clamps/hardware
- Notes: No mid-pipe or X-pipe included
Why Borla Leads
- Application-specific fitment and tip placement for the C5 platform
- Stainless construction and OE-style mounting approach
- Rear section design intended to install behind the factory mid-pipe section
Benefits
- Maximum exhaust volume potential due to no mufflers
- Straight-through rear section design with minimal sound attenuation
- Split rear exit look with 4" polished round tips
What to Expect After Installation
Expect a very loud, raw exhaust note because this system removes mufflers in the rear section. After a short heat-cycle and a few drives, re-check hardware tightness and confirm tip alignment and clearance.
Corvette Compatibility
- This fits the 1997–2004 Chevrolet Corvette C5 (5.7L V8)
- Fits C5 Corvette Base (Coupe and Convertible)
- Fits C5 Corvette Fixed Roof Coupe (FRC)
- Fits C5 Corvette Z06
- Manual and automatic transmissions
Cross-Compatibility & Related Fitment
- Does not fit 1996 and earlier Corvette models
- Does not fit 2005+ Corvette models (C6 and newer)
- No mid-pipe or X-pipe is included; this is the rear section only
What customers say: “As loud and direct as it gets with no mufflers.”
Custom Corvette Accessories is enthusiast-run, focused on correct fitment, fast nationwide shipping, and real-world Corvette ownership support.
If you want straight-pipe rear sections with 4" polished tips and C5-specific fitment, the Borla 12649 is the right direction for a maximum-volume setup.
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