First 2003 project

ZoomZoomMX-5 · #1 01-02-2003, 10:22 PM

Here's my first 2003 project. Taking a basic Boxster, and giving it a bit of a factory tune-up. Rims are from a Modena, 'cause they're exactly the same size as the GT3 rims and use the same tires. And GT3 rims look pretty tasty on a Modena. I really like how the GT3 parts look on the Boxster.

Seats/steering wheel will also be from the GT3, and I'm using the dropped suspension from the GT3 as well.

Rear spoiler is modified down to a single-plane. Seems to look good w/a hardtop. Can't decide between Mica Red or Light Gunmetal, but I think L/G will be the final choice.

TURBO_EK4 · #2 01-02-2003, 10:25 PM

I want that kit BAD!!!
How much did u pay 4 it?

I seen it for like $45, That is a little expensive, i think for a kit.

supratuner · #3 01-02-2003, 10:56 PM

i bought the same kit awile back and never built it, i sent some parts to diff people and i only paid $35 for it

ZoomZoomMX-5 · #4 01-02-2003, 11:06 PM

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Originally posted by TURBO_EK4
I want that kit BAD!!!
How much did u pay 4 it?

I seen it for like $45, That is a little expensive, i think for a kit.

I got it at dealer's cost from a friend for about $18.00 (I missed a sale locally where they were $15/going out of business). They retail for $30, and are $16.66 at Hobbylink Japan before shipping. $45 is WAY too much, a complete rip-off!

tonioseven · #5 01-02-2003, 11:08 PM

This one's gonna be pretty darned cool!!

primera man · #6 01-03-2003, 07:03 AM

Cant wait to see more of this one

flyonthewall · #7 01-03-2003, 07:28 AM

Boy that's sweet! The GT3 parts really go well with it and gunmetal is a fine choice of colour.

ZoomZoomMX-5 · #8 01-03-2003, 10:50 AM

After sleeping on it, I'll go with Light Gunmetal. Probably w/a black and dark red or blue interior. Has to be eye-catching, w/o being tacky.

Topless shots, requested by Veyron:

bigfrit · #9 01-03-2003, 11:32 AM

This German girl sure looks better topless

Midnight Racer · #10 01-03-2003, 02:37 PM

The Modena rims really look good on the Porsche.

Guido · #11 01-03-2003, 03:24 PM

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Originally posted by ZoomZoomMX-5
After sleeping on it, I'll go with ... etc.

I hope you didn't brake the beauty by sleeping on it...

Jokes aside, I'm looking forward to the progress!

Honoturtle · #12 01-03-2003, 03:36 PM

Nice color choices!

My local hobby shop sells the GT3 for $30 USD and a 360 runs for $40-$45 USD! Thats just too expensive for me!

tazdev · #13 01-03-2003, 05:16 PM

as usual looks to be another eye catching job there ZoomZoom

ZoomZoomMX-5 · #14 01-03-2003, 05:45 PM

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Originally posted by Honoturtle
Nice color choices!

My local hobby shop sells the GT3 for $30 USD and a 360 runs for $40-$45 USD! Thats just too expensive for me!

Thanks! I'm block sanding the primer and hope to have the first coats of light gunmetal on this evening.

Ouch on those prices! I've been lucky to find the Modena coupe for half price at Hobby Lobby (it was under $20), and the Spider at the store going OOB for about $20.47. Neither will be stock, so I had to use the rims somewhere!

Had I not gotten such good deals on the other kits, I would be "stuck" with a Boxster with only some custom rims which really isn't bad either. I can still do a relatively stock Carrera w/the leftovers of the GT3 and Boxster.

ZoomZoomMX-5 · #15 01-03-2003, 10:26 PM

It's now got a good coat of light gunmetal. Will let it sit in dehydrator overnight, polish it w/3600, and then do a light-recoat of light gunmetal then clear tomorrow. I think the color suits the car well. Interior colors will be similar to the blue on the Boxster in the background.

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