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Old 09-28-2006, 01:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Sven
To add to that question, did you have to get the body kit paint matched, and how much did it cost?
I can't give really give you an accurate cost because the reason I got the bodykit put on when I did was because some douchebag hit my car on the right fender so I got that fixed at the same time. Charles at Excel gave me a really good deal since I got it all done at the same time. I would say that you should plan on having $1000 dedicated to mounting and painting before you purchase a body kit. Mine cost less than that but I would say $1000 buffer would be good. It's all gonna depend on how much of a pain in the *** the kit is for the shop to put on and where you go. Everyone has different hourly rates.

But while on the topic PLEASE have the money to paint your kit before you get it, nothing is worse than seeing retards riding around with kits mounted but not painted.
Old 09-28-2006, 01:21 PM
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Well done even though I don't like the body kit. I agree with those saying the Z already has a nice looking body, why complicate it?
Stock it looks clean and sleak and with that kit on there it looks like all kinds of spoilers and flairs tacked on.
Just my opinion.
Old 09-28-2006, 01:31 PM
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screw them man. if you got the time and money to hook your Z up; more power to ya. Your Z looks great! It's different and it got style. Pretty much the reason why most of us bought a Z.

How dark is that tint?
Old 09-28-2006, 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by 3 to da 1 to da
How dark is that tint?
5% all around A little convincing and my word that I would tell any cop that I "put the tint on myself" and the shop did it for me. Maryland says 35% is the lowest you can go, to hell with them. As a side note this shop had this bad *** machine where they just typed in my make and model and it automatically laser cut the tint. Made for a perfect fit.
Old 09-28-2006, 01:40 PM
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Its looks okay but doesnt really flow with the lines of the car. The front bumper definitely looks like a kit has been added on and looks "extra". If you like it though thats all that matters.
Old 09-28-2006, 01:42 PM
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Worst front bumber out there. Like someone else said, way too much goin' on in the front. Wheels look a out of place and the finish looks dull. Not tryin' to be overly critical, but you asked.
Old 09-28-2006, 01:45 PM
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Originally Posted by deezz
Worst front bumber out there. Like someone else said, way too much goin' on in the front. Wheels look a out of place and the finish looks dull. Not tryin' to be overly critical, but you asked.
I like the front bumper, I don't think the wheels are out of place but I do think 19's would look better. As for the finish, it actually looks good in person, like I said ****ty camera, not waxed, and it was overcast out. Don't worry bout being critical I don't mind some criticism, if I did I wouldn't survive on this forum. It's your opinion and I respect that.
Old 09-28-2006, 01:51 PM
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Im not a fan of that body kit-especially that front. That hood doesnt match your cars imagine IMO-because the wheels look really small like 17's, btw are you lowered?....as long as your happy with it thats all that matters man.
Old 09-28-2006, 02:55 PM
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Nice Type A.. Prepare to turn heads no matter what other people say.
Old 09-28-2006, 03:46 PM
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Looks Furious man congrats
Old 09-28-2006, 03:50 PM
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front is way too busy for me........but if you like it thats all that matters.
Old 09-28-2006, 04:48 PM
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i agree rims need to go. otherwise, car is looking aggressive
Old 09-28-2006, 05:06 PM
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Not tryin to be an Ahole but that body kit..... it just reminds me of "CELICA"
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Old 09-29-2006, 05:47 AM
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I like the color combo but the wheels have got to go and that body kit looks pretty chunky as far as the lines are concerned. I can tell you put a lot of work into it so congrats on the new look. If you like it, thats all that matters.
Old 09-29-2006, 06:05 AM
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Car looks good bro... everyone has there own taste... I deff think you need bigger rims though, that would set off the Bk really nice... Sweet ride
Old 09-29-2006, 06:13 AM
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So apparently everyone hates the wheels, damn I remember back when 18's were considered big. Haha, guess times change...
Old 09-29-2006, 06:42 AM
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lookin good man.. just one question... Do you HAVE to have a license plate in the front where you are from? i would rather people see an intercooler up front than a license plate.

with what you spent on rims, body, you could be FI
Old 09-29-2006, 06:46 AM
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Dark silver is the only color IMO that you can get away with a carbon fiber hood.

Car looks tough, I like it.
Old 09-29-2006, 06:53 AM
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+1 too busy. Bigger wheels are a must. What do I know though, i drive a G.
Old 09-29-2006, 07:03 AM
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+1 on the rims comment ... 19s would make the kit flow better. Haha this is coming from someone that has rims that are too big (20s) ... but I hey I got a great deal for them ... had to compromise.


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