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Old 08-21-2013, 11:55 PM
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Originally Posted by pissedpuppy
factory spec'd 2008 C2S w/all reds - love em!
Great look, without a doubt.
Old 08-22-2013, 12:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Ken968
I like them and they bring warm fuzzy memories for me. But I might be a little biased. If anyone has them on a midnight blue .1 post up a pic.

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My car is a 2008 Midnight Blue 997.1 cab with all reds. I had no idea they were an extra-cost option when I bought the car used. While I am quite sure I hold a minority opinion, I LIKE the incandescent retro look -- so unlike the 997.2 and 991 wannabes.

I suspect in several years, as 997s become more "classic," there will be a lot of people who want to switch back to the original OEM tail lights -- hang on to your originals. Either that, or all those 356 drivers will want to switch to LEDs.

At our last PCA tour, I was surprised at how many people came up and commented on how nice my tail lights looked (geez, they're just tail lights). If I didn't follow these forums, I would never have thought anything about them. Either there really is an all red tail light following, or PCA people are even nicer and more considerate than most.

Ken, I don't have a tail shot of my car handy. I will try to post one for you this weekend when I have time. All reds look best on dark colors, *especially* Midnight Blue and Black.
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I had them on a Slate Gray '09 TT cab and they looked awesome. I think it depends on the exterior color of the car to how well it looks. For instance I don't like them on a red car or black car, but white, blue, silver & gray is sweet. I will say you "give up" some rear backing illumination w them too, more like pink light instead of white! GL
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Originally Posted by RobC4sX51
I had them on a Slate Gray '09 TT cab and they looked awesome. I think it depends on the exterior color of the car to how well it looks. For instance I don't like them on a red car or black car, but white, blue, silver & gray is sweet. I will say you "give up" some rear backing illumination w them too, more like pink light instead of white! GL
that's interesting but I am sure I could adapt. I happen to like them on every color I have seen so far.

Actually, I was just looking at a Guards Red GT2 with all reds and it looked amazing. I am sure they will compliment my Arctic Silver nicely
Old 08-23-2013, 12:17 PM
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I might be in the minority but I prefer the standard lenses on my 2008.
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I personally think the all reds cheapen the look of the car (and to think Porsche charges MORE money for them!). But to each his own - nice to have choices.
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Originally Posted by JustinCase
My car is a 2008 Midnight Blue 997.1 cab with all reds. I had no idea they were an extra-cost option when I bought the car used. While I am quite sure I hold a minority opinion, I LIKE the incandescent retro look -- so unlike the 997.2 and 991 wannabes.

I suspect in several years, as 997s become more "classic," there will be a lot of people who want to switch back to the original OEM tail lights -- hang on to your originals. Either that, or all those 356 drivers will want to switch to LEDs.

At our last PCA tour, I was surprised at how many people came up and commented on how nice my tail lights looked (geez, they're just tail lights). If I didn't follow these forums, I would never have thought anything about them. Either there really is an all red tail light following, or PCA people are even nicer and more considerate than most.

Ken, I don't have a tail shot of my car handy. I will try to post one for you this weekend when I have time. All reds look best on dark colors, *especially* Midnight Blue and Black.
Thanks if you get the time I'd love to see it on my car's twin.

Ken
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I have a set of all red tail lights for sale. Pm or email me if interested

ac011@yahoo.com
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Originally Posted by Ken968
Thanks if you get the time I'd love to see it on my car's twin.

Ken
Here it is . . .

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Just bought the set from ac001 - after seeing your pics, Justin, I am even MORE excited!!!
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Originally Posted by JustinCase
Thanks for the pics, I def like the look. Looks like they are on the list.

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