SL/R230: Some better photos
09-19-2010, 03:03 AM
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Some better photos
I still need to get some pics in direct sunlight to show the pearl but these will work.
09-19-2010, 08:00 AM
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It needs more contrast, i like the color... its just too much of it.
What i would do;
1) lower it A.S.A.P. ( those rims work but that gap doesnt)
2) 20% tint on the windows
3) SL65 rear bumper with the evosport CF diffuser
4) updated front bumper with the CF front Splitter
5) SL65 CF trunk lid spoiler
6) Something with the tail lights (Maybe have the middle strip painted to match the car color?)
I like the color but it is definitely missing a little something
PS. Great License plate!!
What i would do;
1) lower it A.S.A.P. ( those rims work but that gap doesnt)
2) 20% tint on the windows
3) SL65 rear bumper with the evosport CF diffuser
4) updated front bumper with the CF front Splitter
5) SL65 CF trunk lid spoiler
6) Something with the tail lights (Maybe have the middle strip painted to match the car color?)
I like the color but it is definitely missing a little something
PS. Great License plate!!
09-19-2010, 11:08 AM
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I very rarely see anything non-OEM that I like. I'd stick with aluminum rims for some contrast. There's a fine line between "that looks really nice (cool, sweet, whatever)" and "that guys an idiot". But, same can be said about anyone and anything and be an appropriate statement. If you like it, who cares what anyone else thinks. I think dark tint, aluminum wheels and red brake shoes might show it better.
09-19-2010, 11:10 AM
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On closer look, I'd put all the aluminum back in - the grill, etc - whereever the aluminum was painted. It'll match the headlights. Of make everything yellow and put a big smiley face on the hood or a magnet of tweety or big bird.
09-19-2010, 12:10 PM
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The grille...
I think I am going to black out the grille. You cannot see it well but I painted the side fins and the hood fins flat black. I think I will do the same with the grille for contrast.
09-19-2010, 12:56 PM
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09-19-2010, 01:43 PM
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Thanks guys
Late, Thank you for the suggestion. This is a 7 year old car and I've already sunk a ton of $$$ in it. It is my daily driver so not really wanting to sink a lot more although it is in PERFECT condision. I really will take your suggestion about the CF lip and actually will get the single fin matte black grille as well.
Supo, I like the red caliper idea but really want more monochrome so I think I will keep the rims the way they are. When I get the grille installed, I will have them do red on the calipers. I used to have the rims painted the car color only on the face of the spoke when the car was the original color but went with all yellow for a change.
NC, thank you for the compilment. I am certain there's none like it in NC. The quality of the work is outstanding. If you're ever in Pinehurst look us up.
Supo, I like the red caliper idea but really want more monochrome so I think I will keep the rims the way they are. When I get the grille installed, I will have them do red on the calipers. I used to have the rims painted the car color only on the face of the spoke when the car was the original color but went with all yellow for a change.
NC, thank you for the compilment. I am certain there's none like it in NC. The quality of the work is outstanding. If you're ever in Pinehurst look us up.
