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I washed the car then used a clay bar to remove any contaminants.
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Replace look significantly
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I can�t wait to put them on they will change the look significantly.
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Replace of pace
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I do not know how to work on cars, I just want a change of pace from my 2004 Honda Civic.
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Set with tacos
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I installed my Carrera decals last week. Not an easy job for s perfectionist. I got it done perfectly. After installing wall covering for 35 years (wallpaper hanger) I felt I was up for the challenge. Two hour job including prep.
I washed the car then used a clay bar to remove any contaminants. Made it super smooth. I followed the directions to the letter.
If you�ll notice the tail pipes Also installed factory dual outlet tips when�s Input my Fister exhaust on. I love that look. As of right now now wing is planned. I think they are cheesy for a street car. While that comment may **** some people of. This is about my car though. I like the simple smooth flow of the rear. I think the tacos make the 996 look like just that. A car with a taco on the back. I�m all set with tacos.
so after a long winter here is my progress. I�ll even sneak an interior picture in too.
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As a designer, that door decal just makes me cringe
The typeface height is so much, the 'a' is kind of messed up and the scale/proportion is simply so off that it looks like a bad imitation. I would reconsider placing either a striped 'PORSCHE' on the door or a smaller Carrera designation that comes on the modern cars.
The only side script that actual works as in looks good on a 996 is the Porsche thin double stripe. But none of really work out for 993 or newer. They just don't look right. That font on yours is all messed up, it looks like a cartoon.
This comes to me as a surprise. I post images of what I have done ro my car not really looking for opinions. I did it the way I like it. To have people post and do nothing but criticize is kind of insulting. That�s ok I am thick skinned.
It only tells me the that some people are here for that reason alone.
i mean I got one guy telling me he doesn�t like my decal when he rebuilt his engine the wrong way and blew it up. I was not critical of that and I am still not.
Regardless of what you write I like it and that�s what matters to me. In fact I have received many compliments from people who ha e seen my car around here is public.
Despite your criticism I love my car and I think it brings a touch of old school with old new school.
And as far as tacos go, why would I want to ride around with a taco stick to the back of my car. Talk about looks like a kid did it. Taco...... yea right Ingot to get me one of those. Lol
As a designer that doesn�t mean your opinion was asked. So if you are a professional you would already know that if your opinion is not asked it should not be given.
Im a contractor and I work with designers all the time. For them time is money.
So I think your designer opinion is worthless to me.
You posted pictures of your vehicle and modifications you made to it in a public forum. In doing so, you're going to get responses from the public. You clearly did an excellent job installing the graphic on the car, but the fact remains that you chose a decal that was poorly designed and does not match the car.
If you like it, then it doesn't matter what we think, it's your car.
+1000
I dont get why you are getting so mad about people giving you their honest opinion. First, because if you publish your results in a forum is for open discussion and second, because, so far, I think people has talked to you very friendly and even giving their opinion in the best way they think they can help
As has been said, your installation work looks good, but the decal is just totally wrong. I dont know what the people close to you have said, but if they have ever seen a "Carrera" decal before, and they are honest with you and try to help, the best advice would be, "that is not the correct one"
But, again, its your car, and if you like it, that is
But when I first saw it I thought something didn't look right, Font, Script, Placement. Something Cheesy as you say.
As a perfectionist, I would have expected to take a look at other cars and gotten an idea of what is considered correct font, Script, placement
I'm all for mixing old with new if done right like your C4S rear bumper. I'm ok with it. I publish pic's of things I do to my Car , some people don't like it. That's OK It's my car. I'll do what I like. So should you.
Your side stripes I just don't think looked right. I take it you got them from an
ebay
or other secondary vendor that Porsche is suing for copyright infringement
example
Yours needs a little edge off the bottom door line approx 1-2" up
As a designer/996 owner, he was responding to your inquiry of what did people think of your cars' side stripe job. You got an honest knowledgeable opinion
I'd be interested to see in Designer Job Description that says,If Opinion not asked for, don't give it."
I also work with a lot of Contractors and some Designers we have on staff, For most of them it's getting the design right for the requirements given.
Everybody lives by Time is money. Redoing it is more money. scraping the original design is wasted money when an opinion could have helped.
Someone offers another opinion, I look at it as constructive criticism along with their knowledge of the subject at hand.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Less is more.
that's coming from a guy with a 996 targa w/aerokit and Gt3 wing. 😁in my defense I do have a stock rear deck lid I swap back and forth.
This place isn�t really fun anymore. I�ll just keep my business myself.
I really like the way it looks and to the general non-Porsche public it makes no difference.
I get plenty of compliments.
I still post here and visit but I won�t ever open myself up for the keyboard studs to write for whatever reason they do.
I do the best with what I have and what I know.
The car looks much more exciting to me now than when it was just a stretch of less than thrilling side profile.
The guy is all proud of his car and posts some photos of it and people crap all over it and your response is "I don't get why you are getting so mad...". If you wouldn't say it to him in person at a car show, then don't post it. Its pretty easy to just keep scrolling.
Your probably right about the tip. When I installed them the drivers side was not tight enough. It moved and I could feel a slight wiggle.
Just waiting for some time to do it. I�ve been working 55 hours a weeks the past three weeks.
Yesterday was the first time I was able to take the car for a ride in three weeks.
Wow you guys are brutal. Whether I like it or not, I do enjoy seeing fellow 996 owners make the car �theirs�. Expect praise AND criticism. Comes with the territory around these parts and I for one don�t fault either. Good on ya OP for separating yours from the pack.
1. Hats off to you on lining that carrera decal up
2. Personally, I think that the decal reminds me of the 60's 911's and as long as you like it, its fine by me. I don't think i could pull it off with my 5 Spoke Carreras it does suit the twists nicely.
As long as you like the car do what makes you happy, Whenever I go to an autocross event I put little Xs over the lowbeam lights cause it looks funny, I'm sure that I get plenty of odd looks but I could care less.
I see a lot of this type of this type of thing on this forum. It’s normally something along the lines of:
” I am looking at a 2000 silver on black Carrera at Jose’s cash for car sales. It has no paperwork and 130,000 miles.
I do not know how to work on cars, I just want a change of pace from my 2004 Honda Civic. They offer 72 month financing.
Can I drive this daily?”
Then the op will only respond to or entertain comments that tell him its a good idea. Any good points towards not buying the car are ignored.
B
ottom line is people will hear what they want to. They also don’t like criticism. That’s how society is nowadays. I always thought criticism is a good way to learn about oneself. Oh well!
Everyone can have an opinion... I hear plenty at Cars and Coffee. Not everyone likes my mods but I sure do love a good car chat so for or against, i love hearing peoples thoughts on mods (mine or others).
I think the stickers look ok. I'm more confused by the rear bumper and how it fits with the early 996 and the 17" wheels but I dont know if you have future plans for the car to upgrade other parts. I really like your interior! I can tell you really take pride in your car and its a hell of alot cleaner than mine. Kudos! I need to make time to clean mine up and not be "that guy" with the beat 911 lol
Thats what I was going for. Mixing the new with the old. I really appreciate your compliment. It�s reassuring.
Ive looked at my car several times since the insults came in. Bottom line I don�t care. I like it. Not to mention my wife and son thing �it looks great� �colors match up well�.
I know the internet can be a cruel place where people with mental disorders can come to play head games. It�s a shame this site is polluted to. With a little experience under my belt it�s not hard to see who is intelligent and who is not.
Ill pass on the child�s play and watch for the meaningful posts that can often be found here.
I wish you all well.
Brian
Ah, come on Brian. We're all like beer buddies poking fun at each other. Heck, I got faux carbon bits in my car that I think are ugly, but my wife, for some reason unknown to anyone, loves them and so they'll stay which means I'll have to put up with the funny remarks at car events. I've just learned to laugh along with it. Just like when someone comes up and makes the old "Is this a VW?" comment or talk about the headlights over and over again.
Like other people have said, it's your car put whatever sticker you want to on the darn thing. But please, avoid putting stick people and/or pets on the rear window.
or the last, you just might not hear them.
Looks like Dark Shadow of Intermediate Shaft Bearing is looking to ride along...
What Brian is telling us
I find these funny when I see them, especially with lady in front seat
Even though I get made fun off because of the way I have customized my car I do believe there are also people here who can appreciate the look. My new wheels will be here soon. I can�t wait to put them on they will change the look significantly. I have a new front bumper at the shop I hope they get to it soon. I let them save it for a slow period and I get a little discount.
Here is my contribution for the day. First time I was able to ride with the top down for over an hour.
I�m loving it. We don�t have a lot of Porsche�s in my neck of the woods. Not like Cali or NY orTX.
I live in the suburbs. People appreciate seeing a 20 year old Porsche in mint condition with unique styling.
I don�t think so will be adding a spoiler to this car. The view of the rear is just so elegant and tasteful. The dual tips really brought it together along with the bumper.
Man I am so proud of this car. Most of all I can drive a 911 like a 911 should be driven.
