Anyone else like the sugar scoops?

[oregonmon]

I know the "proper" headlight look is the euro h4 and to upgrade to those but I installed the h4s and stuck with the sugar scoops. Much brighter but I think depending on the car they look fine. Elongates the fender too.
Am I alone?

[Craig_D]

I like my two scoops!

[Porsche-O-Phile]

Not bad, but in general I much prefer the look of the Euro-spec cars. Mine is being converted to this look. The US spec cars always seem to get the afterthoughts - big, ugly, chunky bumpers, boring taillights, no fog lights in the rear, etc. The sugar scoops aren't terrible looking but they look forced, IMHO.

[Geronimo '74]

European lights are sooo much nicer IMO.

[DanielDudley]

Originally Posted by oregonmon

I know the "proper" headlight look is the euro h4 and to upgrade to those but I installed the h4s and stuck with the sugar scoops. Much brighter but I think depending on the car they look fine. Elongates the fender too.
Am I alone?

No, they can look quite sharp on the right car. I had a set of chrome scoops on my first 911 and they looked fabulous. Classy with a period richness that implies quality.

[tobluforu]

I still have the scoops on my 72 and love them. I drive the car at night maybe once a year so the H4's are not needed. I also think they add detail and character to the car, but I do like the H4's as well.

[rothaus]

I like my HID Conversion

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Cheers

[dgmark]

I Like the look

[azasadny]

I have the original sugar scoops on my '74, but I'm looking forward to converting them to the Euro look H4's...

[Playa76911S]

OK, I'll be the first to say it...I HATE them! They remind me of a chameleon's eyes. Also, seeing them always reminds me of our stupid DOT that panders to the auto insurance industry (standardized cheapo sealed beams) over safety (100 times better lighting from H4s).

Whenever I see a gorgeous '86 or older 911 that still has the scoops I cringe and want to yell at them "spend the $400 for some real headlights!!!"

Will anyone admit to choosing the scoops over H4s if given the choice to switch for free?

[tobluforu]

Originally Posted by Playa76911S

OK, I'll be the first to say it...I HATE them! They remind me of a chameleon's eyes. Also, seeing them always reminds me of our stupid DOT that panders to the auto insurance industry (standardized cheapo sealed beams) over safety (100 times better lighting from H4s).

Whenever I see a gorgeous '86 or older 911 that still has the scoops I cringe and want to yell at them "spend the $400 for some real headlights!!!"

Will anyone admit to choosing the scoops over H4s if given the choice to switch for free?

You give me the H4's with the rings painted the same color as my car and I will make the jump. That doesn't mean I like them better, but they are better lights for sure and I'm all about upgrading.

[78SCRSMAN]

IMO I think the reason people go with the Euro H4's is because they were designed for the European market. Had it been the other way around, most would go with the scoops. I chose scoops for my car but then I never do what people tell me to do... except my wife.

[KCTarga3.2]

H4's are the way to go, I couldn't wait to get the sugar scoops off of my car. Here is a side by side comparison (before the rings had been painted red)

[Winter]

If you like the look, then keep it. There are so many different configurations and looks that can be achieved with these cars, who cares what others think. Your car should be an extension of what you like about Porsche, not what everyone thinks is "cool" or looks "best". I'm always amazed at how some folks here slag on Targas. They really HATE them. Who cares? If you don't like Targas then drive a coupe. If you don't like sugar scoops, then don't run them on your car. Some like blondes, some like brunettes. I appreciate them both!

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Tom '75 targa

[911FASCINATION]

I gotta say I'm with Tom-at the end of the day-Who cares? To each his own...

[DUK]

I like the look of the scoops far more. And I'm using Silver-star bulbs and they are as bright as the H4's in a side by side comparison.

[GH85Carrera]

Another vote for the scoops. It is all about preference, and that is my preference.

[RWebb]

HATE HATE HATE

please do not force other people to look at your scoopy car, especially the elderly who may suffer hear attacks

other than, they're fine!

[tobluforu]

Don't "HATE" on the scoops!

[oregonmon]

I think I hear a SSWDP movement starting.
Muhahahaha! :P