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F Sport badge on front of the grille, what do you guys think

Old 01-10-14, 08:48 AM
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Default F Sport badge on front of the grille, what do you guys think

I came across this F sport badge that attaches to the front grill, it gives more of an ISF look. Anyways what you guys think. Sorry don't know how to post pics but here is a link


http://www.ebay.com/itm/3D-Metal-F-Sport-Racing-F-Sport-Front-Grill-Grille-Badge-Emblem-/171132969102?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item27d851e08e&vxp=mtr
Old 01-10-14, 09:15 AM
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LOL, I like how there is a photo of a Maybach(?) with the F-Sport badge.
Old 01-10-14, 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by phungy
LOL, I like how there is a photo of a Maybach(?) with the F-Sport badge.
I think its a picture of GSF
Old 01-10-14, 10:02 AM
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No. Just no.
Old 01-10-14, 10:20 AM
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Put the badges away. It's similar to the sticker syndrome.
Old 01-10-14, 10:21 AM
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Nah...tacky.
Old 01-10-14, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by phungy
LOL, I like how there is a photo of a Maybach(?) with the F-Sport badge.
Originally Posted by gvan1998
I think its a picture of GSF
both wrong.. its the LS F Sport.
Old 01-10-14, 12:16 PM
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Looks way too tacky. Might as well add some Pep Boys Ventiports while you're at it
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Originally Posted by AdvanSLF
both wrong.. its the LS F Sport.


I was referring to this photo on the listing. You're telling me this is the LS F Sport? -___-
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lol No No No !!!
Old 01-10-14, 02:29 PM
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I got an OEM badge on the rear which is borderline limit for me and most folks here on the forum. Front is crossing the line on tacky.

If you like it and go ahead with it, a word of caution. Unless it's OEM or guaranteed rust and discolor-proof, expect the knockoffs to yellow and rust (yes aluminum will rust if improperly finished/coated). OEM is minimum 35-40$, not 11.99$.
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Lol, I still think my Fsport emblem on the fender is so ricey.
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Originally Posted by aTeAse
Lol, I still think my Fsport emblem on the fender is so ricey.
It's from the LFA which has "F" on its fender. Our IS design is a hybrid of the LFA and GS. Right down to the slanted dash with the "L" look when viewed from the side.

Watch the in detail look of the LFA and you will see where the most of our styling came from. More than just the gauge cluster and stripping the foglights to use as air induction.
Old 01-10-14, 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Slust
It's from the LFA which has "F" on its fender. Our IS design is a hybrid of the LFA and GS. Right down to the slanted dash with the "L" look when viewed from the side.

Watch the in detail look of the LFA and you will see where the most of our styling came from. More than just the gauge cluster and stripping the foglights to use as air induction.
Technically, the '08 IS F started with the badge placement on the side fenders, but yeah, lots of other details and inspiration from the LFA applied to the 3IS.
Old 01-10-14, 06:23 PM
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I can't replace mine because I have PCS but I don't think the badge looks that bad

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