How to tell if my car is euro or U.S.?
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1988 Mercedes 300SEL, 1991 Lexus LS400, 1972 Chevrolet Kingswood Estate, 1973 Pontiac Grand Ville
Funny you mentioned that, because while a lot of people prefer the "Euro" look with the smaller bumpers, I actually prefer the US versions with the larger bumpers - especially on the larger models. Seems to me like the smaller bumpers seem out of place on a larger car and make it look "cheaper" (smaller and cutting cost?) I guess that is what I am trying to say. I have heard that the Euro models will not take much bumps on the bumpers too.
Am I just crazy, or does anyone else prefer the USA models look better?
Am I just crazy, or does anyone else prefer the USA models look better?
Originally Posted by braverichard
this is something many people do to get that "Euro" look which is actually nicer than the US look.
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haha i have a Euro and i prefer the US bumpers too...haha so that makes two!
I think the Euro bumpers only go with certain c olor and my car is thristle green so it makes the car look smaller so i got the US b umpers.
I think the Euro bumpers only go with certain c olor and my car is thristle green so it makes the car look smaller so i got the US b umpers.
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Originally Posted by 86560sel
Funny you mentioned that, because while a lot of people prefer the "Euro" look with the smaller bumpers, I actually prefer the US versions with the larger bumpers - especially on the larger models. Seems to me like the smaller bumpers seem out of place on a larger car and make it look "cheaper" (smaller and cutting cost?) I guess that is what I am trying to say. I have heard that the Euro models will not take much bumps on the bumpers too.
Am I just crazy, or does anyone else prefer the USA models look better?
Am I just crazy, or does anyone else prefer the USA models look better?
US spec ratings were 5mph as of 1973 for all models
