New GT3 front and Techart rockers - Pics
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It was time for a little facelift....special thanks to Cecil at BodyStyle San Jose (awesome paint and body work) and Mike Evanchik at Carlsen Porsche.
Installed was an OEM GT3 front bumper w/ painted lip to match and TechArt side rockers. The front lip is rediculously low...should be interesting
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/1.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/2.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/3.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/a.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/b.jpg)
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Installed was an OEM GT3 front bumper w/ painted lip to match and TechArt side rockers. The front lip is rediculously low...should be interesting
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![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/1.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/2.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/3.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/a.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/b.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/c.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/d.jpg)
![](http://www.synergydesign.com/997/GT3/f.jpg)
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Wow Synergy, that's simply stunning! Is the OEM GT3 bumper a direct fit on the standard Carreras? I was at my local Porsche dealership last week pricing out the aerokit front end (I'm not crazy about the rear spoiler, and just wanted the front bumper). The parts guy said that his system wasn't showing that the front bumper could be bought separately, and suggested the OEM GT3 bumper might be a good alternative. The only thing was that he hadn't seen it installed on a standard Carrera and wasn't sure if the mounting points/panels lined up.
Did you have to do anything special to install your GT3 bumper? Thanks in advance!
Did you have to do anything special to install your GT3 bumper? Thanks in advance!
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Stunning was the word that came to my mind too.
I normally have a really minimalist point of view when it comes to modification and a lot of modified cars on this forum range from "tacky" to "ricy" in my books. However, this is really clean and the synergy is beautiful!
I normally have a really minimalist point of view when it comes to modification and a lot of modified cars on this forum range from "tacky" to "ricy" in my books. However, this is really clean and the synergy is beautiful!
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Looks great....however I'd be concerned about the front lip since I ripped off the front splitter on my GT3 tonight when I flew across a dip in the road. Oops. ![Frown](https://rennlist.com/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif)
Enjoy it while it's still looking great.![Wink](https://rennlist.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
Cheers,
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Enjoy it while it's still looking great.
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Cheers,
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AWESOME! The nose looks great and the TA side skirts really complete the package. Coupled with the Kinesis F 110's, it is SCHWEEET! ![thumbup](https://rennlist.com/forums/graemlins/thumbup.gif)
Why the hell is Porsche still pre-punching "starter" holes for license plate on the front bumper cover?
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Why the hell is Porsche still pre-punching "starter" holes for license plate on the front bumper cover?
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Great mod/looks awesome!
Do yourself a favor; do as many trial runs as possible in and around your neighborhood(s) and on any sort of commuting routes with a buddy who can get out and check clearances in/out of driveways (e.g., favorite gas stations, garages), speed bumps, dips, etc. You'll have to work harder in terms of paying attention but it'll be worth it. You're gonna scrape and it's OK. Lastly, order a spare lip now as they are most likely on back-order.
Do yourself a favor; do as many trial runs as possible in and around your neighborhood(s) and on any sort of commuting routes with a buddy who can get out and check clearances in/out of driveways (e.g., favorite gas stations, garages), speed bumps, dips, etc. You'll have to work harder in terms of paying attention but it'll be worth it. You're gonna scrape and it's OK. Lastly, order a spare lip now as they are most likely on back-order.
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Synergy the car looks absolutely beautiful. I really like the added center grill on the GT3 cover over the Aerosport I just installed (https://rennlist.com/forums/997-forum/351302-pics-of-new-aerosport-front-bumper-cover.html). Wonder if I could cut it in.....
98 Carrera4s: I ordered my Aerosport front cover only from Sunset Porsche in Oregon: (http://www.sunsetimports.com/) The front cover cost $1,450 + $175.shipping to Los Angeles.
Bev. Hills Porsche gave me the same line about only selling the complete kit....
98 Carrera4s: I ordered my Aerosport front cover only from Sunset Porsche in Oregon: (http://www.sunsetimports.com/) The front cover cost $1,450 + $175.shipping to Los Angeles.
Bev. Hills Porsche gave me the same line about only selling the complete kit....
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love it and love it more without a humongous rear wing....your car looks beautiful.
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Originally Posted by jrgordonsenior
Synergy the car looks absolutely beautiful. I really like the added center grill on the GT3 cover over the Aerosport I just installed (https://rennlist.com/forums/showthread.php?t=351302). Wonder if I could cut it in.....
98 Carrera4s: I ordered my Aerosport front cover only from Sunset Porsche in Oregon: (http://www.sunsetimports.com/) The front cover cost $1,450 + $175.shipping to Los Angeles.
Bev. Hills Porsche gave me the same line about only selling the complete kit....
98 Carrera4s: I ordered my Aerosport front cover only from Sunset Porsche in Oregon: (http://www.sunsetimports.com/) The front cover cost $1,450 + $175.shipping to Los Angeles.
Bev. Hills Porsche gave me the same line about only selling the complete kit....
The parts guy at my Porche dealership quoted me a price of $980 for an OEM GT3 bumper cover. Add a few hundred dollars more for the miscellaneous mounting bits, and the price would likely be close to Sunset's price for the Aerosport cover. Both look great - I think it really comes down to whether you prefer having the middle grille or not.
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Originally Posted by 98carrera4S
Wow Synergy, that's simply stunning! Is the OEM GT3 bumper a direct fit on the standard Carreras? I was at my local Porsche dealership last week pricing out the aerokit front end (I'm not crazy about the rear spoiler, and just wanted the front bumper). The parts guy said that his system wasn't showing that the front bumper could be bought separately, and suggested the OEM GT3 bumper might be a good alternative. The only thing was that he hadn't seen it installed on a standard Carrera and wasn't sure if the mounting points/panels lined up.
Did you have to do anything special to install your GT3 bumper? Thanks in advance!
Did you have to do anything special to install your GT3 bumper? Thanks in advance!
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Originally Posted by jrgordonsenior
Synergy the car looks absolutely beautiful. I really like the added center grill on the GT3 cover over the Aerosport I just installed (https://rennlist.com/forums/showthread.php?t=351302). Wonder if I could cut it in.....