GMG Racing: LO GT3RS With TechArt Carbon Trim
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GMG Racing: Lava Orange GT3RS With TechArt Carbon Trim
This Lava Orange 991 GT3RS was recently back in our Orange County facility to have a few TechArt carbon fiber accents put on. The car was already running a GMG center section and roll bar, but the client wanted to add a few visual touches to help enunciate the car’s already arresting presence. Seeing how TechArt recently released an exclusive line of carbon fiber replacement components, we wanted to try them out.
I am a stickler for perfection when dealing with carbon fiber accents. All too often, parts that look perfect in internet photos fall far short in reality. Uneven weaving, bubbles in the resin, etc., are more common than most like to admit. I have worked on more than one SEMA project that ultimately had various carbon accents spray-painted as a last-minute fix. However, the TechArt components we received were nothing short of automotive artwork. The weave continuity, and finish, was OEM-quality . By replacing the front louvers, side mirrors, and side air intake trims we were able to strike just the right balance and arrived at a subtly dramatic look.
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The bark emanating out of the GMG WC-GT center section turns heads, while the TechArt carbon accents helps to create a feast for the eyes.
We are an authorized dealer for all TechArt products. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment give us a call or send me an email.
Parts List (click for links):
-GMG WC-GT T304 Exhaust Center Section
-GMG LMS Chromoly Roll Bar
-TechArt Gloss Carbon Side Air Intake Trims
-TechArt Gloss Carbon FrontWheel Arch Air Outlets
-TechArt Gloss Carbon Mirrors
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Yep - it would be very tempting for me to do this if I had an RS - I hope they make a Carbon piece for the black section on engine cover in back because that is one area that is hideous looking and a CF replacement would look stunning
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Shame it doesn't cover all the OEM part, maybe there are trademark issues with the PORSCHE name. May get my engine cover painted body colour and then put this piece on top.
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Very interesting! Appreciate the real-world close-up shots. You can certainly tell they are not TechArt, but neat nonetheless.
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The finish was extremely glossy to begin with. We just use Meguiar's Quik Detailer as needed. If there's any further questions you have, just let me know.
I actually like the partial cover, can certainly see where you are coming from though. Your idea may actually be pretty spot on. As highlighted the TechArt rear cover is brand new, it will be exciting to see one in person.
Very interesting! Appreciate the real-world close-up shots. You can certainly tell they are not TechArt, but neat nonetheless.
I actually like the partial cover, can certainly see where you are coming from though. Your idea may actually be pretty spot on. As highlighted the TechArt rear cover is brand new, it will be exciting to see one in person.
Very interesting! Appreciate the real-world close-up shots. You can certainly tell they are not TechArt, but neat nonetheless.
Absolutely agree!!
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The only thing TechArt got wrong with them IMO was making it so you have to glue them in. I'm not a fan of things that aren't easy to reverse to keep the car stock and that's what has kept me away.
Look great, none the less. There is a Voodoo Blue RS that had them done in NY a few months ago.
Look great, none the less. There is a Voodoo Blue RS that had them done in NY a few months ago.
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As per forum rules you are welcome to send me a message, If I post pricing on here I will be forced into Flagellantism.
I can certainly empathize with that, but here are a couple notes worth mulling over.
The carbon mirror components are actual replacement pieces. An easy way for a spectator to tell if they were glued over top of the existing pieces would be to look at the mating edges. If these particular mirror components were glued on there would be no way to avoid a bulging effect along those edges (hence my close-up shot of the mirror's underside).
The grill slats and the rear air intake vents are overlays as you say, however, that does not change the fact they are still removable as a unit. If one felt the need, he could purchase (or trade for) replacement factory pieces and have them simply swapped back in.
Suum cuique pulchrum est.
The only thing TechArt got wrong with them IMO was making it so you have to glue them in. I'm not a fan of things that aren't easy to reverse to keep the car stock and that's what has kept me away.
Look great, none the less. There is a Voodoo Blue RS that had them done in NY a few months ago.
Look great, none the less. There is a Voodoo Blue RS that had them done in NY a few months ago.
The carbon mirror components are actual replacement pieces. An easy way for a spectator to tell if they were glued over top of the existing pieces would be to look at the mating edges. If these particular mirror components were glued on there would be no way to avoid a bulging effect along those edges (hence my close-up shot of the mirror's underside).
The grill slats and the rear air intake vents are overlays as you say, however, that does not change the fact they are still removable as a unit. If one felt the need, he could purchase (or trade for) replacement factory pieces and have them simply swapped back in.
Suum cuique pulchrum est.
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I love the way that carbon looks!
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