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Old Apr 18, 2012 | 10:08 PM
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What was once chrome or polished aluminum is now all powder coated shinny black to blend in with the theme of my ride. Just another little mod that I actually got the idea from Killer II as the owner had a pic of the vette with the trim off and I liked the way it looked. Also had the trim along the top door edge and little stayfast caps on the top powder coated black.











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Old Apr 18, 2012 | 10:13 PM
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It gives it a sorta "batman" look. I like it.
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Old Apr 18, 2012 | 11:03 PM
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Like it, but I'd seriouly think about installing a pair of black sport mirrors now.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 06:52 AM
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Looks really sharp.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 12:43 PM
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Me likes. I always liked the blacked out look.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 01:39 PM
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I'm usually not a big fan of highly modified C3's. But in your case, I'm going to make an exception. Nicely done.
I'll second the black sport mirror suggestion as your next mod.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 02:12 PM
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I guess I'm a retro, but I LIKE chrome and stainless trim.
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Old Apr 22, 2012 | 11:14 AM
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The idea of a black sport side mirror is growing on me.

Thanks for the compliments.
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Kaos, your alive haven't seen you in awhile. I have a set of sport mirrors in primer that I want to sell if you're interested. I planned on putting them on mine during the repaint but aborted the mission.

The stealth look is nice
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Old Apr 23, 2012 | 09:20 AM
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I like that! Good job.

Instead of the Sport Mirror, what if you powder coated some chrome mirrors.
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