Before and after pics of 85 Carrera... (adding script)

[craig356]

I have recently had my car repainted due to a bad job of spotting in a spot which was a different color. To make a long story short, it was very difficult to match the paint so opted for a complete respray. What I did change for a different look is added aftermarket wheels in 7" and 8" x 16" which I had painted to Victory Red and Falken 451's in 205/50 and 245/45, then most recently the Carrera script. I really like the look, but even with my friend Tom's help, I screwed up the insall on the script as there are several air bubbles that I could not squeegy out. Not sure what I did wrong as we misted the body and script with soap water and aligned but still have several bubbles....bummer.....I am planning to give it another go...Anyway, here are some before and after pictures. I have kept the original Fuchs black along with my other tires in the event I get tired of the look and want to change it back.

Before:


After:

[Dixie]

I suspect you can prick the bubbles with a pin, and squeege them flat.

[carreraken]

Nice look!

You can use a small 'very sharp' pin to poke a hole in the bubble to release the air - if it bothers you. If it is fluid filled, give it a few days - it may dissipate.

ken

oops, too slow to the 'submit' button!

[Talewinds]

YES!!!!!
THAT LOOKS EXCELLENT!
Really a great job. Congrats.
I just saved the second pic into my "ideas" folder to spur creativity on my own car in the future.

[Oh Haha]

Wow, what a difference!!! It took me a few minutes to soak in the red wheels but I think it looks great.

A ducktail would cap it off nicely.

[nineball]

Originally Posted by Oh Haha

Wow, what a difference!!! It took me a few minutes to soak in the red wheels but I think it looks great.

same here. in the first pic at first glance i did not feel the wheels, but after the second pic with the tail lights in view and a few mins of staring they really grew on me.

as stated the pin is your friend when it comes to decals.

[Joe Bob]

Use an exacto knife....smooth with a bondo blade or credit card....

[mnmasotto]

I Love It!!!

It looks great in both configurations!

[Joe Bob]

BTW...the script is another NBD product.....thanks for the order Craig.

[Rich Lambert]

Beautiful!

[tomphot]

I helped Craig with the installation - having done the GT stripes on my '65 Mustang, I thought I could assist in a really nice job....
Unfortunately, we ended up having a really hard time. It is what I would call a good 10 footer - but if you looked closer, you would notice a bunch of small bubbles. I mean way too many to start using a pin or Exacto knife to pop them and smooth them out.
Having just had a nice paint job applied to his car, I can't see how this new script will suffice

[craig356]

I just wanted everyone to know Mike Z has agreed to send me another set of Carrera script. He is true to his word in covering installer screw-ups and I also wanted to confirm this is not a product issue, but rather an install issue. Only thing I can figure is that it was very hot today here in Georgia and the water/soap mist possibly dried to quickly allowing the decal to adhere before all the bubbles could be squeegy out. Anyway, I am going to take Mike up on his warranty and have the next set professionally installed so the results will be much better.

My hats off to Mike Z and his product!

tks, Craig

[sabeo.m]

Hey Craig I'm so happy my old wheels found a new home, they look Awesome in red!! The script looks bad ass too!

Cheers!

[JavaBrewer]

I think your '85 looked awesome in the b4 shot. Sorry but IMO the red script and wheels don't do it for me. Personally I think if you lose the script and go with the black+polished fuchs your car would look outstanding. For reference on what the polished paddles look like here's Jacks Black Beauty...

[craig356]

Thank you Sabeo...Yes, I like the wheels I purchased from you and the fit exactly my need..Thanks again, Craig

[craig356]

David...I know exactly where you are coming from, but wanted somthing a little different this go around. All my mods are easily changed back to the original configuration or if so desired, I could do something else completely different. That is why I did not make anything permanent or at least difficult to "undo". Thank you for your candor and I too love the look of Jack's car.

As for everyone else that responded that likes the look, thank you for the kind comments. It does take some getting used to, but that is the fun in the change. Thanks again, Craig

[paul571]

Looks great! Love the color combo.
What's the name of the new color? And how much was the paint job, if you don't mind I asking.

Paul

[sabeo.m]

Craig, I think it looks outstanding! The color scheme is very cool, the new change makes your car stand out from the crowd. In my opinion, I wouldn't change a thing. (unless you get sick of it of course ) Besides, isn't modifying our cars to look better a goal we try to achieve? It was my pleasure to have helped you out!

Cheers!

[sbrown.nw]

Do you guys think I should do the same Carrera (or maybe targa) side strip on mine in the same gray as the targa script and RSR finish on the wheels?



Scott

[Joe Bob]

I'd go with the Stealth Grey....very popular and NOT a stock color from Porsche.