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Old 12-25-07, 04:54 PM
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Default Chrome trim around windows

I dont know if it is just me, but i cannot stand the chrome trim around the windows on the 2IS. I was wondering if there was someone who has replaced the chrome and how much it cost...or if there even was such thing as taking it off...

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Old 12-25-07, 04:57 PM
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paint it? i dont know if the come off but if they really bug you im sure youll find a way
Old 12-25-07, 05:46 PM
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im in the same boat.. never been a fan of chrome.. im in cali so everybody and there moms have chrome... i dont think they come out... i think im gonna paint it...
Old 12-25-07, 05:53 PM
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you guys mean like the ones in this car???


Old 12-25-07, 06:32 PM
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you could use molding blackout tape. Buy it at an autoparts store.....
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That looks like a Mazda3...
Old 12-25-07, 07:20 PM
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I believe the Glacier Frost Mica gets black window moldings. You could purchase new ones instead.
Old 12-25-07, 07:26 PM
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I painted mine, the top part is riveted to but the bottom piece is removable. Painting the trim would be very hard to do and most body shops are not willing to do it.
Old 12-25-07, 09:23 PM
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Any chance Aerotect or any other vinyl shop could make a black nuvyl cut-out for the chrome trim? It might be a good idea. I've been wanting to paint mine too but it seems like such a hassle.
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Originally Posted by CAIFAN_64
you guys mean like the ones in this car???


Wait, is that front bumper stock?!? I hope I'm not seeing something different.
Old 12-25-07, 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by iskcon
Wait, is that front bumper stock?!? I hope I'm not seeing something different.
No. Definately an aftermarket bumper...
Old 12-25-07, 09:59 PM
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its an element114 bumper
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Originally Posted by carchitect
I believe the Glacier Frost Mica gets black window moldings. You could purchase new ones instead.
Nope. All IS's get the same moldings.
Old 12-26-07, 12:16 PM
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thats very nice. i lov e it
Old 12-26-07, 02:34 PM
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Originally Posted by IS350jet
Nope. All IS's get the same moldings.
Yup. My GFM has chrome moldings


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