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Old May 21, 2012 | 11:31 AM
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Next up you need the clear sider markers
 
Old May 21, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Hey Don - kind of an unexpected cool look, especially considering it's a Targa. Glad you like it because yours is the only vote that counts.

Since you've got the original images, any chance somebody in the house uses Photoshop?
I'd love to see that stripe in a semi-matt GT Silver, and in a matt red almost identical to your current body color. The latter might be just subtle enough to be very cool.
Or both could be horrible.

Anyhow, keep enjoying the views.
 
Old May 21, 2012 | 02:44 PM
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I think it looks great. Its your car so do what makes you happy.
I have Guards Red too and want to do similar.
I want a decal as close to GT silver as possible to match my wheels.
Where did you get the decal?

Places in LA I called will not install decals not made by them but nobody here has this specific decal.
I'll have to see if K1 in SD has them and make a day trip.
 
Old May 21, 2012 | 03:09 PM
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It looks good.

I probably would have gone with another color for less contrast, the white on red is a very sporty look though. I might have done matte black, silver, or dark grey.
 
Old May 21, 2012 | 09:49 PM
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It looks good.

I probably would have gone with another color for less contrast, the white on red is a very sporty look though. I might have done matte black, silver, or dark grey.
I really like the way the white on red pops! It would be nice if I could see it with the other colors. I also like the idea of dark gray. I thought about black and was going to exchange it for black, but I thought it would just look dirty and draw the eye to the tires. It's funny to look at pictures without the stripe now, it looks like it was missing something.

It has a little more "Mach 5" to it now, now if only I can find Pops to install the steering wheel...
 

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Old May 21, 2012 | 10:07 PM
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Originally Posted by ArainLA
I have Guards Red too and want to do similar.
I want a decal as close to GT silver as possible to match my wheels.
Where did you get the decal?
I ordered it from Suncoast Porsche, they are a board sponsor. They have silver! I'd love to see some pics after its done! Here's the link:

http://www.suncoastparts.com/product...e=997S_emblems
 
Old May 21, 2012 | 10:30 PM
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Don - select your favorite pic and have somebody do a Photoshop color swap on the stripe. It should be very easy. Post a few results here.

I agree with you about the dark color stripe. Creates too much of a void as well. Also agree that the white 'pops'. A little too much for my eye, but it's not my car so I don't get to vote.
 
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I like it and ill tell you why.....It looks retro and in a good way. I just remember as a kid seeing lots of red 911's with white decals. Yours looks great and even better on the awesomeness that is a Targa.
 
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Don - select your favorite pic and have somebody do a Photoshop color swap on the stripe. It should be very easy. Post a few results here.

I agree with you about the dark color stripe. Creates too much of a void as well. Also agree that the white 'pops'. A little too much for my eye, but it's not my car so I don't get to vote.
I don't have photo shop. I'd be glad to send one of the pics if someone wants to change it around. Just shout your email in a PM. I'm keeping my nod to racing heritage white and red for now.
 
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Originally Posted by Katera
I like it and ill tell you why.....It looks retro and in a good way. I just remember as a kid seeing lots of red 911's with white decals. Yours looks great and even better on the awesomeness that is a Targa.
Thanks!
 
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Originally Posted by DoninDEN
I really like the way the white on red pops! It would be nice if I could see it with the other colors. I also like the idea of dark gray. I thought about black and was going to exchange it for black, but I thought it would just look dirty and draw the eye to the tires. It's funny to look at pictures without the stripe now, it looks like it was missing something.

It has a little more "Mach 5" to it now, now if only I can find Pops to install the steering wheel...

After looking at it again I think you are right about the black.
 
Old May 22, 2012 | 08:32 AM
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Nice touch, Don.
Did it went over the stone guard?
 
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Nice touch, Don.
Did it went over the stone guard?
Post #6 says over the stone guard.
 
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Not my cup of tea.......
 
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Looks awesome!!! Love targas.
 


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