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Old Apr 29, 2016 | 09:44 AM
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A couple of pictures of my '98 GS400. Enjoy.







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Old Apr 29, 2016 | 09:59 AM
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This thing is so perfect. Modded but classy oem+. Has it had any paintwork?
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Old Apr 29, 2016 | 10:02 AM
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The bumpers, side skirts and hood have been repainted. The rest is original.
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Old Apr 29, 2016 | 06:44 PM
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Always loved your car...... Simple and clean.
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Old Apr 30, 2016 | 10:54 AM
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Agreed. Very clean and slick
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Old Apr 30, 2016 | 03:39 PM
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Man I want that steering wheel but in brown
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Old May 1, 2016 | 10:17 AM
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The FIRST thing I did was trash that cassette player and ML sound system.

Otherwise, your ride is nice.

Czr =)
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Old May 1, 2016 | 10:24 AM
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The FIRST thing I did was trash that cassette player and ML sound system.

Otherwise, your ride is nice.

Czr =)
I still listen to cassettes from time to time.
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Looks great, those wheels are cool
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Old May 1, 2016 | 07:39 PM
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That's one sweet grill my friend. What kind is it?
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Old May 1, 2016 | 08:30 PM
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That's one sweet grill my friend. What kind is it?
It is a Rod Millen Motorsports grill, or RMM for short.
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Old May 2, 2016 | 08:42 AM
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Looking priceless Thomas! Lovin that L-tuned touch to it.
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Old May 2, 2016 | 02:00 PM
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did you pick up that L-Sportline rear bumper Thomas?
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Old May 2, 2016 | 02:05 PM
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did you pick up that L-Sportline rear bumper Thomas?
I wish.
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Old May 3, 2016 | 07:26 AM
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what suspension?
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