gonzilla

I'm with BTB. Also, it will make it look a little different than all the other 993 speedsters you see every day.

TwinTurbo959

i'm with you guys too.... i think with the white cars it does look HEAVY.... that and maybe a red car.... but definitely a white car.

So now, the next part.... where to get this foil? I will see if it is an OEM part or i will just have a foil guy come and make it based on pictures.

Thanks for your opinions, it helps put me on the right direction!

-Ben

curve lover

Something to think about if heaviness is a concern:
If installing a wood-frame rear seat delete, in-dash stereo with speakers in cab door panels -- YMMV but I removed them for weight savings toward the Speedster mantra, "lighter = faster" FWIW. Now just RS/Speedster interior door card panels without speakers, rear carpet, & stereo delete. Added bonus: that clean look.

Speaking of interiors, look for a PM from me with hyperlinks & references.

In person, you mentioned a carbon fiber-framed parcel shelf delete concept. Sounds cool
As does this here little morsel:
Delish ^^

curve lover

They say black is slimming:
Have the guy bring Sharpies, available in most check-out aisles

Like Mike said:

curve lover

While considering custom clamshell modifications to make it look lighter...
Literally lighter in weight is a smaller clamshell -- as shown here, & it may further cut weight by deleting a rear parcel shelf (RSD).

Plus, you also asked me about rollbars; these pics tackle both subjects.

It allows rear-seat usage (minus rollbar) in the CarGraphic Speedster you told me you're somewhat familiar with, IIRC.
From the "Why don't more cab owners install ROLLBARS?" thread:

FrenchToast

To me I don't think it would work well. I understand the goal of color matching is to make it subtle, but to me it just makes me go "what is that," and then I need to look closer. Distracting to me. It would also show dirt.

It also reminds me of a bad paintjob where nobodoy masked the badges (let alone remove them for a proper repaint). And in case you were wondering, I have seen paintjobs where the badges were painted right over.

A black badge on black paint works for me, but I don't think white on white would.

The subtlest I would go is a silver badge. Otherwise, pick up on another part of the color scheme, such as the black interior.

Just my opinion!

TwinTurbo959

Opinions are welcomed!!)) that's why i am asking..... i wish more people would give me constructive feedback.... to those who have, THANK YOU!!

-Ben

TwinTurbo959

this is pure ****:






(these pictures don't do these seats justice....i'll take more with a better camera in better light tomorrow)

Why these seat? A few reasons:
(1) they look amazing in the cars and started the whole paint the seat-body-color thing
(2) they area amazingly supportive and stylish at the same time
(3) they recline, so, instead of that one position one-size-suits-all of racing seats you have some adjustment
(4) they fold forward, so you have access to what little room we have back there
(5) i suffer from back problems..... with these seats i don't have any pain in my back regardless of how far i travel. It is that supportive!

and (6) they look amazing!!! (i know i said that already)

-Ben

curve lover

Where did you source them?
If you have info that might help others searching for A8s, please post details on the "seats showcase: Recaro OEM hardback bucket" thread.

TwinTurbo959

I mean.... for my Wife.....

FrenchToast

Glad it helps you.

I might consider adding something to your build list:

Since you seem to be doing a complete widebody 'appearance' package, sans rear fenders, (front airdam and 'look' rockers) have you considered grafting a WB rear bumper cover onto the rear? It would need some massaging to be mated to the NB rear fenders, and maybe extra/custom heat shielding inside, but it might flow nicely with the rockers.

Also, if for the interior you and your wife decide to keep stock door cards with pockets, etc., perhaps consider adding a more luxurious spec to the interior. I.e. full leather (dash, doors), contrasting piping/stitching, etc.

Speaking of interiors, is the interior color decision finalized? If not, I might suggest doing a dark blue instead of black.

A good reason, especially with the 901-993 cabin's offset and upright seating position.

TwinTurbo959

About the "widebody" appearance, i most likely will not put the "turbo-look" sideskirts on... i changed my mind.... and i think it is something i will let my wife decide because after looking at many 993 speedsters... there is something special about that "clean look".

Interior: no decision yet besides Recaro A8 seats.... and i will try to convince her of the RS Door cards.... we will see

Keep it coming with ideas....

-Ben

TwinTurbo959

didn't notice this yesterday... the paint job on the seats is awful. I gave it to another painter today to have them redone..... it's a good thing i am not pressed for time!!

Spokes

OMG, I hate incompetence.

AOW162435

Who painted the seat backs?



Andreas