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Old Mar 20, 2013 | 11:19 AM
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I've been through nearly all of these pages and idk.. the layouts are nice but lemans sunset just isn't doing it for me.. kinda sucks tho have a sweet deal on one but it almost appears copper? If it was more metallic then it would be sexy
That's funny because the LMS is all I have always wanted. I am sure you will find a good deal on another color.
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Old Mar 20, 2013 | 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by dessidee90
I've been through nearly all of these pages and idk.. the layouts are nice but lemans sunset just isn't doing it for me.. kinda sucks tho have a sweet deal on one but it almost appears copper? If it was more metallic then it would be sexy
Go and see one in person. LMS is very metallic in person, in the sun, the colour glows.

As with all colours, metallic or not, if the light is dull, then so will the paint be.

My baby at a show last year. In the shade sort of coppery, but in the sun glowy.
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Spring. average light:
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Another overcast day:
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Just finished pouring rain. Extremely overcast, on display at Concours d' Elegance with 80 other clubs:
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Freshly waxed, on a fairly sunny day.
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So most of these pics are on overcast days deliberately, and the colour still has life. Obviously if the paint is well waxed, whatever the colour it will look amazing!

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Old Mar 20, 2013 | 09:54 PM
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After seeing these pics you have totally made me eat my own words.. apologies to all, this color really is breath taking.. shade definetly does changes. I love it, like 3 colors in one
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Go and see one in person. LMS is very metallic in person, in the sun, the colour glows.

As with all colours, metallic or not, if the light is dull, then so will the paint be.

My baby at a show last year. In the shade sort of coppery, but in the sun glowy.


On a dull winter day, at low tide:


Spring. average light:


Another overcast day:


Just finished pouring rain. Extremely overcast, on display at Concours d' Elegance with 80 other clubs:


Freshly waxed, on a fairly sunny day.




So most of these pics are on overcast days deliberately, and the colour still has life. Obviously if the paint is well waxed, whatever the colour it will look amazing!
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 12:17 AM
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by dessidee90
I've been through nearly all of these pages and idk.. the layouts are nice but lemans sunset just isn't doing it for me.. kinda sucks tho have a sweet deal on one but it almost appears copper? If it was more metallic then it would be sexy
when you get it detailed properly or even if you do it yourself. you'll appreciate the color even more. assuming it is in need of a paint correction detail.
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 08:11 AM
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i believe that was the issue with that car. Found another and its a difference in appearance..i wish i could upload a pic..do i have to be on a cpu.. cant seem to do it on my cellphone.
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when you get it detailed properly or even if you do it yourself. you'll appreciate the color even more. assuming it is in need of a paint correction detail.
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Old Mar 21, 2013 | 10:33 PM
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Originally Posted by dessidee90
After seeing these pics you have totally made me eat my own words.. apologies to all, this color really is breath taking.. shade definitely does changes. I love it, like 3 colors in one
It certainly is.

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i believe that was the issue with that car. Found another and its a difference in appearance..i wish i could upload a pic..do i have to be on a cpu.. cant seem to do it on my cellphone.
Upload your pics to somewhere like Photobucket.com or another photo hosting site, cut n paste the "IMG" code into the thread here.



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So lush as always Aust.
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Old Mar 22, 2013 | 07:22 PM
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Cheers mate
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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 01:12 PM
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Here is mine.

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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 02:50 PM
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^how do you open the drawers of your toolbox with that car park in the way?
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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 09:59 PM
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Here is mine.



Lovely Sunset and great pics....who's purple? Love that shade too.
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 01:42 AM
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thought i d share a couple of pics on how the zeds looking right now....personnally i think i am nearly there and more then happy with the stance and overall apperance .
found time to give it a session with the clay bar as well.


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also added diy harness cover and earthing kit

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have a INGS XL spoiler to add as well

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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 03:29 AM
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Originally Posted by uk buster
thought i d share a couple of pics on how the zeds looking right now....personnally i think i am nearly there and more then happy with the stance and overall apperance .
found time to give it a session with the clay bar as well.





have a INGS XL spoiler to add as well

Job well done!! What did you lower the zed with?
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 03:33 AM
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Originally Posted by dessidee90
I've been through nearly all of these pages and idk.. the layouts are nice but lemans sunset just isn't doing it for me.. kinda sucks tho have a sweet deal on one but it almost appears copper? If it was more metallic then it would be sexy
The LeMans Sunset is unique. It has multiple qualities and the ability to look different is all types of lighting. I also believe it sparked Nissan and other car manufacturers to create the "Interlagos Fire" and other chameleon shades. If you look at the Solar Orange Z it too has a sparkle of yellow in it.
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 09:24 AM
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Originally Posted by shezzzhot
Job well done!! What did you lower the zed with?
lowered on tein super street coilovers
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by uk buster
lowered on tein super street coilovers
Cool...so what does your ride feel like now? I have Tanabe springs, but my son wants me to lower the whole car. I travel in my Z and don't want that bumpy, rough drive.

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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 01:26 PM
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suspension took sometime to set up to how i wanted it but its awesome now....firm and corners like its on rails.
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 02:26 PM
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LS is the only colour, even Japan designers have said so!!!!
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by shezzzhot
Cool...so does your ride feel like now? I have Tanabe springs, but my son wants me to lower the whole car. I travel in my Z and don't want that bumpy, rough drive.
Super Street set up is great, definitely worth trying. On rougher/potholed roads you'd probably want the setting under half or it will be too harsh. Over half is great for the track or super smooth roads. EDFC makes the changeover quickly too.
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Old Apr 2, 2013 | 04:35 AM
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Originally Posted by uk buster
suspension took sometime to set up to how i wanted it but its awesome now....firm and corners like its on rails.
Thank you. Guess I need to get a ride in someone's Z with this set-up.

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LS is the only colour, even Japan designers have said so!!!!


Awesome!!!
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