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Old 10-28-2008, 02:33 PM
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Default C2 With Aerokit II or RUF Aerokit

I have been kicking around the idea of installing and aerokit on my 04' C2. There are a ton of options, but would like to some straight talk and honest opinions on what you would do. What is a better value for resale?

So the first choice would be the Aerokit RUF kit and second would be the Porsche Aerokit .

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I usually like RUF's kits BUT I find that the factory kit has sharper lines that look better on a MkII, the RUF is kind of square.
But I may be biased

Of course when it comes to aesthetics, it's a personal choice, go with you like!!
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The RUF kit is for a 99-01.... do you want to change the headlights, fenders... etc, for this kit?
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Originally Posted by redridge
The RUF kit is for a 99-01.... do you want to change the headlights, fenders... etc, for this kit?
Good question, however, they make one for the 02-04 as well
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Originally Posted by redridge
The RUF kit is for a 99-01.... do you want to change the headlights, fenders... etc, for this kit?
They have a similar kit for the MkII
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OEM if you care about resale. OEM aerokit would appeal to a wider group of buyers IMHO.
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whatever you do, make sure you buy those Ruf 5-spokes. Nicest looking wheel on ANY Porsche Carrera!
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Actually, This appreas to be the MkII Kit... wow!! Sign me up! Not sure about the duck tail..



Transform your 996 to the widebody RGT look with the following Ruf products:

Ruf Front Bumper Cover
Ruf RS Inspired Fender Fairs with Integrated Side Skirts
Ruf Rear Decklid Inspired by the Famous Ducktail
Ruf Sport Mirrors
Ruf Three Piece Wheels
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For best resales value go with the OEM (Porsche) kit.

Do you think I would put a KIA wing on my Honda??? Well, I guess I could because..... who would care? Not me!
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Originally Posted by gota911
For best resales value go with the OEM (Porsche) kit.

Do you think I would put a KIA wing on my Honda??? Well, I guess I could because..... who would care? Not me!
Yeah, why ruin a good Kia wing by putting a Honda on it!
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Originally Posted by Marc Gelefsky
Yeah, why ruin a good Kia wing by putting a Honda on it!
OUCH!!!

However, I can't argue your point!
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Do you have other mod plans down the road? If you are modding the car step by step, RUF body kit is a good option given that you are in Dallas. You can always RUF it completely which will end up being an unique and sick ride...
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Originally Posted by chsu74
Do you have other mod plans down the road? If you are modding the car step by step, RUF body kit is a good option given that you are in Dallas. You can always RUF it completely which will end up being an unique and sick ride...

Check his sig, says its already "Ruf'ed out"
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Originally Posted by Marc Gelefsky
Check his sig, says its already "Ruf'ed out"
Well! That's a no brainer if you want to retain your mod investment. I want to vote again..

Thank Godness its not Nov 4th or I would really be in trouble.
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Originally Posted by Jetpilot
I have been kicking around the idea of installing and aerokit on my 04' C2. There are a ton of options, but would like to some straight talk and honest opinions on what you would do. What is a better value for resale?

So the first choice would be the Aerokit RUF kit and second would be the Porsche Aerokit .

See pictures for your reference.

Thanks
RUF Aerokit! I thought about doing it but my budget was too limited so I went the cheaper path with an aftermarket GT3 MKI aerokit, still not bad... From your Avatar, looks like you have the 3rd radiator Mod, did you have Ruf do the install? They will do mine probably next week. Cheers,


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