Notices
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)

Yes or No?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 08:53 AM
  #16  
pnyboy27's Avatar
pnyboy27
Lexus Champion
 
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 2,910
Likes: 0
From: WA
Default

i would say thats a nice looking kit ONLY if you have a fat intercooler..and since u are doing the turbo thing..go for it! it would look nice..otherwise..steer clear
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 08:58 AM
  #17  
One_jZ_SC3's Avatar
One_jZ_SC3
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 1,625
Likes: 0
From: S. FL
Default

Originally Posted by romeo291
The front is really ugly imo, but I like the rear and sides though. Since you have a 2000 SC, you should do a lip rather than that bumper.
why change perfection?? That kit is ugly..only kit I would put on my car is a AC otherwise just do the pre 97 lip and you will be set
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 09:01 AM
  #18  
ecstaticSC's Avatar
ecstaticSC
Racer
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 1,393
Likes: 1
From: IL
Default

That kit doesn't look good. Just go with a Vertex kit.
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 11:03 AM
  #19  
2.5tsoarer's Avatar
2.5tsoarer
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 1,539
Likes: 1
From: Florida
Default

Eek !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 11:19 AM
  #20  
kevincao01's Avatar
kevincao01
Pole Position
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 205
Likes: 0
From: TEXAS
Default

I had a Raceonusa kit on my car before I went 97+ with a lip. The front bumper is hell. Make sure you have a good bodyshop guy that will take the time to make it work because the craftsmanship on the bumper out of the box is pure crap.

The rears and sides fit pretty good. I know they advertise that its all flexible and what not, but the problem was really on the front bumper where "thinning" occurred in some areas; where you could almost poke through with a finger. Your body guy will have to repatch that.

My intentions aren't to start another "legit v. knock-off" thread. I just wanted to give you an idea about how it'll fit.

IF it can still save you a few bucks, I say get their side and rear and save up for the real front bumper.
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 12:23 PM
  #21  
TumblerZ30's Avatar
TumblerZ30
Driver
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 148
Likes: 0
From: GA
Default

Overall, I'm not a fan. Those side skirts look like moldings of PVC pipes hanging down from the sides. I don't understand that big, bulky, thick nonsense. The front bumper is decent. I was with you on the big wing (as long as you have a good kit) but on this one my vote = No.
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 12:54 PM
  #22  
edz8386's Avatar
edz8386
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
From: CA
Default

Originally Posted by kevincao01
I had a Raceonusa kit on my car before I went 97+ with a lip. The front bumper is hell. Make sure you have a good bodyshop guy that will take the time to make it work because the craftsmanship on the bumper out of the box is pure crap.

The rears and sides fit pretty good. I know they advertise that its all flexible and what not, but the problem was really on the front bumper where "thinning" occurred in some areas; where you could almost poke through with a finger. Your body guy will have to repatch that.

My intentions aren't to start another "legit v. knock-off" thread. I just wanted to give you an idea about how it'll fit.

IF it can still save you a few bucks, I say get their side and rear and save up for the real front bumper.
+1 - Just what Kevin said.
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 01:41 PM
  #23  
MissyLexxx's Avatar
MissyLexxx
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 414
Likes: 0
From: GA
Default

you would need a BIG intercooler 2 fill that mouth! lol, but i like the AC kit better
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 02:30 PM
  #24  
96SC4's Avatar
96SC4
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 2,503
Likes: 5
From: NY
Default

Originally Posted by missylexxx
you would need a big intercooler 2 fill that mouth! Lol, but i like the ac kit better
+2.................
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 02:41 PM
  #25  
TLDriver's Avatar
TLDriver
Lexus Test Driver
15 Year Member
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 1,312
Likes: 2
From: Ventura, California
Default

I think it has to do with the color too... That kit on a white car just doesn't catch my attention like the black SC does/did.
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 04:38 PM
  #26  
roxanne's Avatar
roxanne
Pole Position
 
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 265
Likes: 0
From: Tennessee
Default

Its a little busy for my taste...but if you're going to boost it enough to fill that gaping hole in the bumper then no one can really say anything haha
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 05:27 PM
  #27  
mk4r34's Avatar
mk4r34
Pole Position
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 389
Likes: 0
From: GA
Default

Originally Posted by romeo291
The front is really ugly imo, but I like the rear and sides though. Since you have a 2000 SC, you should do a lip rather than that bumper.
I agree...sides/rear are nice...the front just don't flow right...cleaner is always better at the end...i would do a nice clean lip...I mean what guy doesn't like nice lips on his b*tch
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 05:43 PM
  #28  
xknowonex's Avatar
xknowonex
Lexus Fanatic
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 5,045
Likes: 1
From: CA
Default

Only aftermarket kits I like for the SC

1. AutoCouture
2. Wald Executive
3. 1997+ Front Bumper w/ Vertex front lip, sides, and rears.
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 07:46 PM
  #29  
DriftPaRX7's Avatar
DriftPaRX7
Pole Position
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 356
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey
Default

Matt... I think your car looks fine the way it is..

http://www.driftpa.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=1490

I found the same car on car domain.. I like the way it looks now..
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2418324
Reply
Old Aug 13, 2009 | 09:22 PM
  #30  
Wicked SC's Avatar
Wicked SC
Pole Position
15 Year Member
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 3,208
Likes: 1
From: FL
Default

Originally Posted by ecstaticSC
That kit doesn't look good. Just go with a Vertex kit.
X2
Reply



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 05:32 AM.