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Old 04-18-2016, 04:08 PM
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Default 997.1 turbo side air intakes

Does anyone have any ideas to add a bit of contrast to the side air intakes on an 08 atlas gray turbo? Maybe a stainless mesh ? The intake ducts match the car and just looking for a bit of pop.
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When it comes to style points, it's all about personal preference, so just my two cents: If it were my car and I wanted to add some pop, I would go to a silver-colored wheel -- either painted or brushed. I think the black wheels on the dark paint is what's creating the need for something eye-catching.

BTW -- I love Atlas -- such a great color!
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you could always do carbon fiber.

I think stainless mesh would look absolutely horrific, but if that makes you happy, go for it.
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Originally Posted by Quadcammer
you could always do carbon fiber.

I think stainless mesh would look absolutely horrific, but if that makes you happy, go for it.
I was thinking carbon fiber but wasnt sure there would be enought difference. I may look into that
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[QUOTE=PorscheStrong;13209880]When it comes to style points, it's all about personal preference, so just my two cents: If it were my car and I wanted to add some pop, I would go to a silver-colored wheel -- either painted or brushed. I think the black wheels on the dark paint is what's creating the need for something eye-catching.

BTW -- I love Atlas -- such a great color!

Thats on my list. I am going to buy a set of the turbo wheels once I come across a nice set. The pics really do no justice to this color combo but I would like the option to switch it up.
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Originally Posted by PorscheStrong
When it comes to style points, it's all about personal preference, so just my two cents: If it were my car and I wanted to add some pop, I would go to a silver-colored wheel -- either painted or brushed. I think the black wheels on the dark paint is what's creating the need for something eye-catching.
+1

New wheels would make a big difference on that car.
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Originally Posted by PorscheStrong
When it comes to style points, it's all about personal preference, so just my two cents: If it were my car and I wanted to add some pop, I would go to a silver-colored wheel -- either painted or brushed. I think the black wheels on the dark paint is what's creating the need for something eye-catching.

BTW -- I love Atlas -- such a great color!
this, you have a dark car with dark interior and dark wheels. putting a mesh or colored side intake isn't going to help and if anything will make it look odd. I would suggest going with gunmetal or silver wheels. Google some images of Atlas turbos and you'll get some ideas.



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