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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 03:10 PM
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so i have been on the fence for a while about what would best compliment the look of my z. I have already ordered wheel spacers but i dont know if I should go with a cf hood or cf sideskirts and rear add ons.

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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 03:32 PM
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Get rid of that ugly wing
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 03:41 PM
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I, personally, think, that it already looks good. The wheel spacers should should give it a slightly more aggressive stance. Sometimes more is accomplished with less.
The wing... Its not the worst one I've seen, so it doesn't bother me THAT much. Although I like the little OEM spoiler the best.
Do you have a specific goal in mind in terms of looks, or are you just looking to mod as much stuff as possible for the sake of modding as much stuff as possible?
What I would personally do, I would:

Get a set of OEM big brakes from G37, they are not expensive at all, paint them red with a Nissan logo and throw them on. Aside from function, when most of the inside of a wheel is occupied by big brakes, the visual impact is very dramatic, more so then the bodywork that you are mentioning.

Also, I would remove the tint from the headlights. You may leave the slightly darker, then stock, but this is too dark IMO.

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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Zridder19
Get rid of that ugly wing
yes yes it came with the z but i dont want to deal with getting rid of the holes and repainting the hatch.
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Oleg
I, personally, think, that it already looks good. The wheel spacers should should give it a slightly more aggressive stance. Sometimes more is accomplished with less.
The wing... Its not the worst one I've seen, so it doesn't bother me THAT much. Although I like the little OEM spoiler the best.
Do you have a specific goal in mind in terms of looks, or are you just looking to mod as much stuff as possible for the sake of modding as much stuff as possible?
What I would personally do, I would:

Get a set of OEM big brakes from G37, they are not expensive at all, paint them red with a Nissan logo and throw them on. Aside from function, when most of the inside of a wheel is occupied by big brakes, the visual impact is very dramatic, more so then the bodywork that you are mentioning.

Also, I would remove the tint from the headlights. You may leave the slightly darker, then stock, but this is too dark IMO.
my goal is to do a bit more on the exterior and then go FI
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by DCshortyG123
my goal is to do a bit more on the exterior and then go FI
I think you're already FI ready then. Just the brakes, and you're set.
Have you done or are you planning to do any suspension work?
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 04:32 PM
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1) A carbon fiber hood on a 350Z is a purely cosmetic upgrade. The hood is all ready super light from the factory. Save your money.
2) Those "Super Mario" stars in the background are kick-***!
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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the car looks great man, the only exterior mod u need is an intercooler....hint hint
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Oleg
I think you're already FI ready then. Just the brakes, and you're set.
Have you done or are you planning to do any suspension work?
all i have is eibach sportlines for suspension.

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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 06:25 PM
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I think your Z is fine looks-wise. If you go too crazy with cosmetic mods, you may overdo it to the point of gaudiness. Just FI this thing.
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 07:18 PM
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I'd get wheel spacers if you want more aggressive look. Maybe getting 06-08 headlights and taillights.
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 07:20 PM
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I like the look... but I would definately get another wing... perhaps a Ings:

http://z1auto.com/prodmore.asp?model...ior&prodid=294

Sweet choice on wheels, I didnt like them at first but you pulled it off really well.
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Flo-ridaZ33
I like the look... but I would definately get another wing... perhaps a Ings:

http://z1auto.com/prodmore.asp?model...ior&prodid=294

Sweet choice on wheels, I didnt like them at first but you pulled it off really well.
thanks. the wheels came on the car and ive only seen them on subarus. I would go with something different but wheels cost waayy too much
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Old Jul 11, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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Nah.. keep the stance is nice theyre not ugly so why change them. If I had a quarter for everytime I heard someone tell me "Aren't BBS' for Euro cars" I'd be a millionair... besides everyone agrees the car looks great.. just lose the wing.
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