Rear Valence - To Paint or not to paint?
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Rear Valence - To Paint or not to paint?
Forum Members,
I've taken time to research the forums and have not seen where this has been discussed amongst the members.
Preferentially, I like the appearance of a body color rear valence but would appreciate hearing the thoughts of others (appearance (pro/con), maintaining the black color of a non-painted valence, etc..
thanks in advance for your input.
Todd
I've taken time to research the forums and have not seen where this has been discussed amongst the members.
Preferentially, I like the appearance of a body color rear valence but would appreciate hearing the thoughts of others (appearance (pro/con), maintaining the black color of a non-painted valence, etc..
thanks in advance for your input.
Todd
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What color car?
If black or dark blue, leave it and save the $$.
I ordered mine painted mainly because I hate black plastic trim.
You're right about the wax residue and black plastic trim. Also in my consideration to order mine painted. Same reason I selected the Sport Design mirrors.
If black or dark blue, leave it and save the $$.
I ordered mine painted mainly because I hate black plastic trim.
You're right about the wax residue and black plastic trim. Also in my consideration to order mine painted. Same reason I selected the Sport Design mirrors.
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I think the car looks lower, from the rear, with the painted valence. More finished. Surrounds the exhaust tips better too.
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I ordered my White 991 S Cab with rear valance painted and think it's much better. Did same thing for my Macan Turbo and all white (both cars) looks much better in my opinion. Also, ordered the mirror bottom painted car colour in both cases.
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Same reason I think the painted side skirts look great on the 4's.
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I prefer painted. Looks more finished and I HATE black unpainted plastic in most areas. I had mine painted after the fact. Valence removes from bumper. Same goes with rear bumper reflectors.
All personal preference. Same goes with what color is best? No right/wrong answer.
All personal preference. Same goes with what color is best? No right/wrong answer.
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I'm the opposite. I love the look of a black lower rear valence. Looks sportier to me. But this is like asking what's your favorite color. Do what you think looks best.
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PAINT IT!
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I prefer painted. Looks more finished and I HATE black unpainted plastic in most areas. I had mine painted after the fact. Valence removes from bumper. Same goes with rear bumper reflectors. All personal preference. Same goes with what color is best? No right/wrong answer.
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painted rear valance and side skirts!