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SL/R230: Installed some LSD doors thought you might like pics

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Old Aug 13, 2007 | 09:56 AM
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Installed some LSD doors thought you might like pics

Here are some pictures of an SL600 with LSD doors that we installed. Enjoy the pics!


Shot with Canon PowerShot A520 at 2007-08-13


Shot with Canon PowerShot A520 at 2007-08-13


Shot with Canon PowerShot A520 at 2007-08-13


Shot with Canon PowerShot A520 at 2007-08-13
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Old Aug 13, 2007 | 12:33 PM
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Looks nice, no doubt about that.

I must admit that since LSD came with those bargin hinges, some of the exclusiv touch by having lambo doors, is gone, vapored.

You begin to see them all over the place, especially on cheap styled cars, so if it was up to me, i wouldnt downgrade my SL by fitting them. SORRY.
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Old Aug 18, 2007 | 10:21 AM
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I guess no one liked them.............
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Old Aug 18, 2007 | 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by SLcharger
Looks nice, no doubt about that.

I must admit that since LSD came with those bargin hinges, some of the exclusiv touch by having lambo doors, is gone, vapored.

You begin to see them all over the place, especially on cheap styled cars, so if it was up to me, i wouldnt downgrade my SL by fitting them. SORRY.
You're right, it does "cheapen" the look of the car.
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Old Aug 18, 2007 | 02:33 PM
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I really like these doors..

I really like these scissor (with a slight butterfly) doors on the r230. I would consider this mod for one of mine if I were 100% confident in the operation of the closing mechanism. It would surely allow me to park in more narrow spaces when I'm in the city.
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Old Aug 18, 2007 | 02:50 PM
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I really like these scissor (with a slight butterfly) doors on the r230. I would consider this mod for one of mine if I were 100% confident in the operation of the closing mechanism. It would surely allow me to park in more narrow spaces when I'm in the city.
I agree, good for tight spaces. Just hope the guy who parks next to you is just as considerate.

It doesn't cheapen the look of the car. What percentage of the time are the doors open anyway?
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Old Aug 18, 2007 | 05:35 PM
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Would rather see the money buy a good body kit and rims with some lip for that car.....but it doesnt look THAT bad. I would never do it on my SL though. The SL's lines are almost too conservative for the doors IMO.
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