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Old 10-16-16, 08:04 PM
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There was a scratch inside the rear "L" on my car that has bothered me since the day I bought it(used). Even if I was to take the emblem off and wet sand it, the scratch is just too deep to make perfect. So I looked for option B. I think it looks damn good...I'm usually not a fan of carbon fiber, but this was subtle enough, and it turned out great...and it was only $20!
(Yes the car is dirty..I cleaned the area inside the "L" only..car is getting washed tomorrow lol)
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Old 10-16-16, 08:34 PM
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Nice subtle touch. Do you have the link for this?
Old 10-16-16, 08:36 PM
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/252239364033?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Old 10-16-16, 08:53 PM
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Looks pretty good to me.
Old 10-17-16, 08:38 AM
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Looks great! I was thinking of doing this if I don't black out my emblems.
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Here are a couple daytime shots:
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Old 10-17-16, 04:56 PM
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That's beautiful man.
Old 10-17-16, 06:28 PM
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I have a set on my GS and love it!
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wow that actually looks pretty dang good. I wonder how it would look color matched though...
Old 10-17-16, 10:11 PM
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Looks kinda melty/derpy at the top of the curve but I like the look of real carbon fiber, with that reflective depth. Nice addition.
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It's just the lighting...they look perfect in person.
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Could you provide a slightly farther view a few steps back? Just want to see how it blends with the whole rear end.
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Yes, I'll take a pic tomorrow.
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Here is the pic:
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Old 10-19-16, 08:46 AM
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Thanks! I like it.


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