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SC with window trim chrome
I was wondering if anyone has seen an SC with door and window trim in "chrome". I've also heard folks talk about backdating their SC but I don't think I've seen a finished version. Some have also mentioned doing the same to their Carrera.
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11-11-2003, 08:11 AM
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My understanding was that '78 and '79 SCs could be had from the factory with either black or chrome trim. From '80 on I believe black was the only option.
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11-11-2003, 08:13 AM
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Some of the early SC's came like that. I've seen 'em.
I think it looks pretty cool. A little different. The "new" body style, but with a little bit of a tie to the past. Up until the 1980 model year, chrome was actually the standard equipment, and the black trim was optional. However, it seems only some of the early '78s were actually shipped to the US that way - the rest were shipped with the optional black trim. |
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11-11-2003, 08:15 AM
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Also, the trim was different in more than color.
The chrome trim was some kind of chrome plated steel, the black trim was anodized aluminum. |
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11-11-2003, 08:17 AM
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Jeez I'm trying to do just the opposite.
I like the black out look, but in '69 it wasn't exactly an option. Although I must admit, BB2 is a fine looking car, I wonder what it would look like without the chrome at all.
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11-11-2003, 08:20 AM
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I've seen some, but I think chrome window trim needs chrome mirrors. I'm not sure I like the look of chrome with the SC mirrors. They're too bulky looking for the classic look. Here's a pic of my car with chrome. Not an SC, but it's a 74, so you can at least see the look with flares and correct bumpers.
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11-11-2003, 08:25 AM
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I've got one. I can't say I really like it too much, but my gf does
 
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11-11-2003, 08:27 AM
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I guess that pic doesn't show the chrome very well. This might be better.
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11-11-2003, 08:28 AM
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As part of my backdate, I want to chrome my anodized aluminum trim/frame! I am in the hunt for the early winged door frames, and chrome quarter window frames.
My frames now are not matching anyway. If someone wants to trade, e-mail me. The anodizing can be redone from what I hear. Can I chrome the aluminum? I agree, chrome only looks good on the early car with chrome mirrors. The flag mirror looks very out of place on my car with the rockers removed. You have to have all the 80's trim to make the flag mirrors look right...I'm not headed that way. |
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11-11-2003, 08:34 AM
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IMHO, chrome trim begs for polished fuchs, and in my case an SS Targa Bar. I'm not sure what to think about the headlight rims. These cosmetic decisions are so tough!
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11-11-2003, 08:39 AM
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My next car will have to have chrome. And to be fair to myself, I have to look at SCs. I am an early car guy but the SC can bring a LOT to the table. I knew that the window trim was aluminum but didn't know the earlier ones were steel. What I should've asked was "Has anyone removed the anodizing and polished their trim?" Or something to that effect. It would be a lot of detail work but hey!
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mine is a replica of RS and my trims is all black... PO, now i want to change and come back to chrome... rickeolis you need black trims ?  Ray
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11-11-2003, 09:26 AM
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Yeah, what do you have in mind?
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Yeah, what do you have in mind?
it about trade my black for your chrome... but it is too late... i find chrome parts now ! last week i brought some parts, and i will need more to do it all, Ray 
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11-11-2003, 10:14 AM
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My early 78 SC has the chrome trim, looks pretty good on a black car. Be careful though the "chroming" takes on a purplish hue if you use regular chrome polich..Wenol will remove the purple tint and it stays bright for months!
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11-11-2003, 10:59 AM
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Raynald- So what are you going to do with the black? I may put a bid in when you're ready. Please keep it in mind, thanks-
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11-11-2003, 11:31 AM
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Hey DonDavis. I have a 79 SC with chrome window trim that I am going to have to sell. I always thought it would be a great car to backdate. The car is a color most people (including me) are not very fond of. I will need paint it a different color if I sell it to the masses. But I hate to that if I don't have to.
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11-11-2003, 12:26 PM
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I have all of the door chrome trim off of my 77...I want black. If any of you out there still want to trade...
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11-11-2003, 12:30 PM
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Dang it Jerry! Why the fudge didn't you say something the last time I saw you!
I want chrome! Can we talk? |
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