Interior- Alcantara vs. Carbon Fiber
03-11-2010, 04:16 PM
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Interior- Alcantara vs. Carbon Fiber
Wondering everyones opinon. I love CF to death but just to expensive for some parts, not that Alcantara is cheap but a good alternative..
Which is generally "worth" more? Reason I'm asking is I have my door handles wrapped in black Alcantara and was considering trading possibly for some CF ones but didnt know the "value". thanks
Which is generally "worth" more? Reason I'm asking is I have my door handles wrapped in black Alcantara and was considering trading possibly for some CF ones but didnt know the "value". thanks
03-11-2010, 06:34 PM
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I love the Alcantara just as much, but mine came with black and to me it looks pretty much stock, lighter gray or charcoal would look much better.
I have the handles and door pockets and those little covers in the front side of the shifters and its looks just a bit plain in black.
I have the handles and door pockets and those little covers in the front side of the shifters and its looks just a bit plain in black.
03-11-2010, 09:49 PM
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I can handle the alcantara on the roof liner, but I don't like it anywhere else in the car. The heavy use of alcantara in the 997 GT3 is one reason I would not buy one. It looks OK when new, but after a few years of use, it gets matted and looks terrible.
But that's just my opinion.... and what the hell do I know..... I drive a Honda!
But that's just my opinion.... and what the hell do I know..... I drive a Honda!
03-11-2010, 10:52 PM
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I can handle the alcantara on the roof liner, but I don't like it anywhere else in the car. The heavy use of alcantara in the 997 GT3 is one reason I would not buy one. It looks OK when new, but after a few years of use, it gets matted and looks terrible.
But that's just my opinion.... and what the hell do I know..... I drive a Honda!
But that's just my opinion.... and what the hell do I know..... I drive a Honda!
If it's in a place that gets no wear and tear like the headliner it's awesome.
I guess the CF is personal preference, I'm not a fan.
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03-11-2010, 11:02 PM
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I agree with you Captain Honda, I love the way it looks but had Alcantara inserts on the seats in my Audi S4 and after 2 years it looked like crap.
If it's in a place that gets no wear and tear like the headliner it's awesome.
I guess the CF is personal preference, I'm not a fan.
If it's in a place that gets no wear and tear like the headliner it's awesome.
I guess the CF is personal preference, I'm not a fan.
I agree on so many levels.
03-11-2010, 11:05 PM
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A combination Alcantara/Carbon Fiber would be awesome
Alcantara (Big parts) - Dash, roof liner, door panels
Carbon fiber (Smaller parts)- rear console, upper console, shifter, e-brake, steering wheel, door handles, air vents...
Alcantara (Big parts) - Dash, roof liner, door panels
Carbon fiber (Smaller parts)- rear console, upper console, shifter, e-brake, steering wheel, door handles, air vents...
03-11-2010, 11:50 PM
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I think too much in the way of accent pieces detract from the interior, personally. I think understated is more classy, anyone climbing into your car already knows its a 911, and that is enough.
03-12-2010, 08:05 PM
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If that ^ is true ( and I don't think it is) it only proves how low you guys have set your expectations for a super hero! 
The Green Lantern had his ring, Batman had the Batmobile, but the "RL Renegade" drives the White Tulip! Somehow I don't think that is going to strike fear in the hearts of the bad guys! 
The Green Lantern had his ring, Batman had the Batmobile, but the "RL Renegade" drives the White Tulip! Somehow I don't think that is going to strike fear in the hearts of the bad guys!
03-12-2010, 08:50 PM
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If that ^ is true ( and I don't think it is) it only proves how low you guys have set your expectations for a super hero!
The Green Lantern had his ring, Batman had the Batmobile, but the "RL Renegade" drives the White Tulip! Somehow I don't think that is going to strike fear in the hearts of the bad guys!
The Green Lantern had his ring, Batman had the Batmobile, but the "RL Renegade" drives the White Tulip! Somehow I don't think that is going to strike fear in the hearts of the bad guys!
