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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 01:39 PM
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Well I’ve had my F since I took it off the showroom on 3/20/09 as a 2008 model. It's sad, but I have to let it go and down size to a less expensive car and put the extra money towards a new house. I've been on this site ever since getting the car and I'd like to thank all of you for the great insight and knowledge you provided me. I never got into posting, but I sure was reading all of your opinions. Thanks again!!!

A little about the car and it's evolution. I originally installed Eibach springs, but thought the front was still too high so I switch only the front springs for TEIN. Without going with coilovers, in my opinion this was the perfect drop and the TEIN's in front made it ride smoother. I also originally installed the Borla catback exhaust, but switch it shortly afterwards for the Joe Z. The Joe Z sounded more aggressive without being overall louder than the Borla. The intake is K&N and it simply stayed on because of how great it sounds. I know the debate will never end whether it increased performance, but it sure sounds good. I put on black pearl emblems from Sewell and the Carson Toyota black chrome grill surround and black CF exhaust tips.

Now for the wheels. I looked around for along time and didn’t find wheels I like so I custom ordered a set. They're Vorsteiner V-104 forged aluminum. Went 19-inch, half inch wider than stock with stock offsets. Tires are 255/35/19 and 285/30/19. The tires are very close to OD and the wheels fit perfect without any rubbing and without any fender modification. I like the meaty look of the tires. I never been a fan of very flush wheels or stretched out tires, but believe that if you pay for it then you can do to your car what you please.

Once again thanks for everything!!!! Maybe in a couple years I'll be back with the next generation F, although the upcoming ZL1 looks good. In case you’re wondering, I think the replacement will be a Chevy Sonic. F will be going on Autotrader.

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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 01:43 PM
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what are you doing with all your black pearl stuff? Ill take it
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 02:22 PM
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Glad you had a great time with your F! Sad to see it go, but life happens. Are you going to be selling the car as is, or putting all of the OEM parts on, including emblems, tips, and grille surround?
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 05:46 PM
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GLWS, I hope it goes to a good home. I suggest putting it back to stock before selling.. You should be able to get a higher price.
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 05:50 PM
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So sad to see her go!!! Good luck on finding a house, what do u plan on doing with your aftermarket parts?
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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In a perfect world I'd like to sell the car as is, but I realize the benefits of parting it out. The wheels alone were 4k not including the tires. For those who asked, I'll keep you posted if parts come off.
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by jr306
In a perfect world I'd like to sell the car as is, but I realize the benefits of parting it out. The wheels alone were 4k not including the tires. For those who asked, I'll keep you posted if parts come off.
ok pm me, im interested in the black pearl everything or maybe even an exchange for mine if need be
let me know if you want to work out a deal
pm me
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 07:53 PM
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Sorry to hear you go. Good luck with the house hunting
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Old Oct 24, 2011 | 10:36 AM
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If the bp emblems sale falls short pls lmk, as I too am very interested.
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Old Oct 24, 2011 | 12:57 PM
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Sorry to hear you have to part with your F. Looks amazing! If you do part out, I'm interested in the Joe Z exhaust.
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Old Oct 25, 2011 | 01:06 AM
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Aww sad to see it go. Nice mods on the car. GL with everything.
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Old Oct 25, 2011 | 09:17 AM
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sounds like an awesome car, keep tabs in club lexus, and maybe when the house is paid down some you can jump back in
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 03:20 PM
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Well I have decided to sell the aftermarket parts on my car. It's a pain, but im hoping the extra funds will be worth it.

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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 05:46 PM
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pm me with a price for your black logos and grill items
thanks
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 07:42 PM
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Will you be starting a FS thread or are you going to deal with pm's only ? Where in CA are you ? Thanks
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