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Old 01-16-2013, 11:10 PM
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Carbon Fiber Inquiry

Was just wondering if the guys who did carbon fiber conversions can chime in (rear diffuser, lip spoiler, front lip, etc) Which company has the best quality carbon fiber price wise? I assume a lot of people would say Vorsteiner, but they are a little bit to pricey for me. I think that you can find products just as good, way cheaper, but with many companies to chose from, plus the e-bay stuff, china and taiwan...i'm confused. Please any info would be greatly appreciated.
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no personal experience but Mode carbon would be a good option
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Some sponsors run specials on their cf parts. Or you can reach out to the manufacturer directly to see if you can get a price break. I know a Vorsteiner lip retails for $1500 or so, but I've seen them sometimes go for less than $1000. You also have negotiating power if you buy multiple pieces together.

I would caution against eBay stuff unless a forum member can vouch for the seller or the quality.
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Mode Carbon for sure. I have seen both Mode Carbon & Vorsteiner pieces in person and honestly there is not much of a difference. Infact, the Vorsteiner part that i had seen in person has some clearcoat issues after a year or so. As far as bang for the buck, Mode definitely would be the better option.
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I'd like to find someone that makes an all carbon OEM style trunk lid spoiler. both Vorsteiner and Mode Carbon make their own version but it's not OEM style like JBspeed.
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Since you asked for "etc." I'd also like to find a quality manufacturer for mirrors and interior bits too. Best looking version I've found for interior is MACarbon - LINK
and they also offer Mirrors -- LINK
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For carbon mirrors I recommend Ivan DCT Motorsports
The factory wrapped CF mirrors were much cheaper.
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Other than my crappy luck, I'd swear by Vorsteiner. The fitment is great and the quality of all of the pieces are top notch. Just shop the vendors/sponsors on the board. Someone can cut you a sweet deal.
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just remember, with CF, you really get what you pay for. i have experience with both mode and vorsteiner and can truthfully say, they both have great quality. The vorsteiner diffuser is more expensive and rightly so, there is just more work and material that goes into make it.
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And honestly, the ebay stuff isn't bad, i know a few on ebay with great quality and better fitment than some of the "brand names".
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ROTtec Carbon can do OEM look layered with Carbon Fiber!
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Other than my crappy luck, I'd swear by Vorsteiner. The fitment is great and the quality of all of the pieces are top notch. Just shop the vendors/sponsors on the board. Someone can cut you a sweet deal.
truth. vorsteiner is the best out there. i cannot comment on 2012+ but fitment is perfect for the pre facelift.

getting a competent installer, on the other hand, can be a challenge.
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Guys, thank you for all the replies. I ordered the carbon fiber trim from a forum member here(Matt your a good guy) and i'm waiting for DCMTS to send me a Paypal invoice / money request so i can get the steering wheel going and i thought slowly to start getting the outside pieces also...
I know for sure i want the diffuser, rear lip spoiler and front lip. I don't know about the mirrors. I'll post pictures once i get something installed.

Thanks again.
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And honestly, the ebay stuff isn't bad, i know a few on ebay with great quality and better fitment than some of the "brand names".
Care to pm me on the details? Thanks.
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I have the Vorsteiner front lip, sides, and rear diffuser on my 13 amg coupe. They look great.

Pm me if you want a really good deal on any Vorsteiner parts.
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Mode Carbon is top quality!
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I'm looking at ordering trim also, can you give more details on what you ended up going with?
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I will have the mode carbon lip spoiler and diffusor on when my black v spokes get in (all done together) w/ caliper paint...I will post pics hopefully in a week or two
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I'm looking at ordering trim also, can you give more details on what you ended up going with?
I bought mine, from a forum member here. Now, i want to order next the DCMTS carbon fiber steering wheel.
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Originally Posted by m3equals333
I will have the mode carbon lip spoiler and diffusor on when my black v spokes get in (all done together) w/ caliper paint...I will post pics hopefully in a week or two
Can you pm me the prices and where did you order from?
Where did you get the Black multispoke wheels?
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Originally Posted by m3equals333
I will have the mode carbon lip spoiler and diffusor on when my black v spokes get in (all done together) w/ caliper paint...I will post pics hopefully in a week or two
have you decided on your caliper color? i am considering selling my C for an E but if i dont i am a little torn between yellow and orange. truthfully, i think any fluorescent will look great on a white car
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Originally Posted by adibaiz
I bought mine, from a forum member here. Now, i want to order next the DCMTS carbon fiber steering wheel.
Any idea what brand they are? I'd really like to find a true carbon piece, but I'm afraid of yellowing on any of them. There are so many layered versions out there, it's hard to know if you're getting a good one or not. Wish I could find a DIY on how to remove the old one and install new..
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Adibaiz - got the spoiler from a forum member and lip + rear diffuser from nicholas at mode carbon... P.m. coming on prices

Timothy - prob going to do red although I agree any bright or neon color would look great

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