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Old 12-23-2011, 01:48 PM
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What woudl chrome trim look like on a 964? Has anyone done it? Pics?
Old 12-23-2011, 02:38 PM
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Maybe you could be the "first on your block" to give it a try.
Old 12-23-2011, 02:39 PM
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ha - yeah probably not...but still just curious...
Old 12-23-2011, 02:45 PM
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I'd like to get the H4 headlights with the chrome trim rings for my 964. I love the look of chrome on the headlights and would consider the door handles and window trim if it wasn't too cost-prohibitive.
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Thank God for black anodized, both esthetically and especially pragmatically!
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Having various British cars with Chrome Wire Wheels in years past I have had my fill of chrome!
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I've always loved the look of 911's with chrome trim. Sets off the body lines nicely. for some time I've wondered if anyone has actually chromed the trim on their 964. Something tells me it wouldn't look bad at all!
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I believe the rear quarter window trim is made of plastic (I think starting in 1987?) so you would have to source some of the older metal trim.
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Uh, NO
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Originally Posted by KNS
I believe the rear quarter window trim is made of plastic (I think starting in 1987?) so you would have to source some of the older metal trim.
What's a "rear quarter window"?
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Originally Posted by Goughary
What woudl chrome trim look like on a 964? Has anyone done it? Pics?
I had a '75 S that had chrome rings and a SS Targa bar. As it got to be 15 years old or so, I felt it dated the car. People always knew it was an older car, even though they liked it. With the painted/anodized trim on the 964, non-Porscheaphiles usually don't have a clue how old the car is if it's in great condition.
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The latest Singer was based on a 964. Chrome trim looks great on that one. Obviously the backdate is what makes it work, but who knows, might look okay on a standard 964 too. Maybe a photoshop is in order.

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I think the satin black on the car looks good as it is. With that in mind i sprayed the tailpipe in satin heat resitant paint to match the trim, window rubbers, engine lid badge, wiper arms, weather seals. Not sure if chrome would work TBH
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Theres a 964 w chrome trim in P&911 World issue awhile back. It was maroon. Not my cup o tea but at least you can see how it looks in that issue.

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Porsche should be kept in the condition it left the factory.



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