Repainting the calipers is big deal now that they're already painted and on the car. So that's unlikely to happen, is my guess.

His belt line window trim is already wrapped, so whatever chrome there that's bugging you is a line in the car much removed. I don't think there's an issue here.

I suspect what would help is if the headlight assemblies weren't so bright and chrome. That's something on the list for a lot of people here, myself included.


"Sir", LOL. There is a noticeable look of shock on the face of racerboy younglings when they realize I be old. Usually it's a double-take on the road. And when I go pick up my kid at the High School... some long stares as I rumble into the parking lot. At first my daughter was embarrassed about it, but now I'm seeing that little smile of pride as she gets in the car.

She knows now that other people her age are staring because her Dad has a cool car. Now that you have that FI exhaust, I know that you know exactly what I'm talking about.

 

I do agree. I'm thinking of getting the rest of the chrome wrapped...not just the belt-line. But I pretty much like it the way it is.

But, ah, the head lights...that's a whole different matter. That's sort of a logistical conundrum. I do want them done, but...take these off and send them? Buy new ones and send those so i'll have a vehicle during the process? I'm absolutely not doing them myself. That's right out.

Sean

 

LOL. Crisscrossing posts addressing the same topic with the same'ish conclusion.

Sean

 

You actually just gave me a great idea for my car! I'll be away from it for 6 months later on this year. That would be a perfect time to send my headlights out. Don't want anything too crazy. I still think gunmetal would be the best bet for the headlights. It creates the right amount of contrast on VR while remaining somewhat discrete.

 

Orrrrrr:

Send in YOUR headlights with MY specifications and have them returned to me. Then I, in turn, remove and send in MY headlights with YOUR specifications and have them returned to you. LOL.

Sean

 

Thank you for the compliment.

 

Thank you. I like your boldness to stand out, because at the end of the day it's something we all do in our own unique way. I think if the calipers were black and your window trim was black it would be more appealing to my eyes in picture. But I go back to the whole POV that in person I could be of a different opinion.

 

So I think I've narrowed it down between these two 19" OEM wheels.

19" anniversary wheels (the ones pictured are 18")


And these 19" black chrome wheels

 

Black chrome, hands down. Not even moment's hesitation.

While I prefer the LE 9-spokes over the duckfeet, neither are very appealing, IMO. I much prefer the both designs in the Sport Coupe rims. And in Black Chrome... gorgeous.

This is what Vivid should have done.

Here's an old pic of a VR Sedan with 10-spoke Sport Coupe rims that the owner had chromed. Granted, the car is at OEM height, but you get the general idea. Now imagine that properly lowered, in black chrome (drool), with painted BBK calipers.

 

I keep looking for a nice set of aftermarket rims but yeah, dropping that much money right now seems ludicrous given that I'm trying to save up for a down payment on a house.

The realistic goal for 2016 getting coilovers and some spacers. I have Hotchkis sways sitting in my living room that need to be installed, but I need to get an industrial space heater first. It's going to be realllll cold starting this weekend.

I second black chrome, by the way.

 

I sure you've guessed that was seriously considered. And of course, not out of the realm of possibilities...but right now I'm going to revel in my old, white, male, suburban ricer.

Sean

 

One of the few wheels I have seen that looked like an acceptable, direct replacement to my stock, 35 18s. I'm going to see if I can find an on-G photo, but these are subtly sexy to me. I've always been a fan of the black chrome. The depth it offers (very much like the sunken treasure) really does have strong a visual impact.

 

Edit: I just noticed it has TX plates. LOL! The stereotype is propagated.

 

I'm embarrassed to say that holds some appeal for me...

Is it yours?

That's certainly one way to express yourself.

Sean

 

Uuhhh... no. I've got a Scout II. I would never consider dropping it. Trucks and SUVs were made for one purpose... utility. There is little functional about that vehicle. I can hear the violins and vihuela every time I glance at such an abomination.