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Old 08-07-2016, 10:24 PM
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What kind of nose options are available for the 996? I have the plain nose, and its very....well plain. The aero nose is a bit better, but without going to a full 997 conversion, are there any similar options?
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Check out Getty Designs. They are high quality and used on a lot of race builds.
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http://precision911.com/996-style-te...r-145-pd.html#

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Karl at Fiberwerx/FX Aero makes some really high quality stuff.
http://www.fiberwerks.com/
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Perhaps the C4S nose?
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not sure if you have already tried GOOGLE: https://www.google.com/search?q=pors...w=1280&bih=800
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^^ the only problem is there are a lot more body parts available than there are good body parts. The eBay stuff is a prime example.

I highly recommend going with something someone has had a positive experience with. Lots of good suggestions so far.
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I would only recommend a Polyurethane nose instead of FRP. Only choices for those besides factory aero pieces or the turbo nose if you have a mk2, would be gt3tek mk2 gt3 nose, mk1 turbo style nose, 997 gt3 nose for mk1 models. Those are the only poly noses I've seen.
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I loved my MK1 Gt3 Aero bumper on my Boxster. I believe there is a similar bumper for the MK2 if that's what you have. I agree the stock ones do get a little boring, but either of these would liven up the car. you will need skirts as well otherwise the car will look off balance.
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I agree with Ck986, if you are going to do a significant front end change, you should seriously consider GT3 /Aero rockers. Combined with a nice front end the look of the car is completely transformed. I also like a modest wing.
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Originally Posted by Copilot
Karl at Fiberwerx/FX Aero makes some really high quality stuff.
http://www.fiberwerks.com/
Love that one
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Originally Posted by David 23
I agree with Ck986, if you are going to do a significant front end change, you should seriously consider GT3 /Aero rockers. Combined with a nice front end the look of the car is completely transformed. I also like a modest wing.
I like the rear now (except tail lights, which will be updated)
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Just not in love with the rounded off nose. Just doesnt look aggressive enough to me.
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Local Dealership only wants $950 for a Turbo/C4s/40th AE front bumper... which is the route I am going
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Originally Posted by Vdubjetta02
Local Dealership only wants $950 for a Turbo/C4s/40th AE front bumper... which is the route I am going
Is that for a new bumper? And is that for the cover only? The grills are what kills you on the pricing for the turbo.



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