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Old Jul 20, 2009 | 02:05 PM
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Front spoiler found on Ebay ****UPDATE****

Saw this on front spoiler on Ebay.

Has anyone saw it or even own it?



 

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Old Jul 20, 2009 | 03:07 PM
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Haven't seen that one before, but I really like the looks of it!!
 
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Old Jul 20, 2009 | 07:42 PM
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That's pretty interesting. Almost like the Aero Kit valance. How much does it run for?
 
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Old Jul 20, 2009 | 07:55 PM
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Looks like he has multiples. $130.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2009 | 05:41 AM
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Looks cool and not a bad price even with shipping.
May not match arch trim exactly but could always paint all that body color down the road..
 
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Old Jul 21, 2009 | 12:34 PM
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Someone needs to get one of these--the photo shows a pretty poor fit on the white Mini at the front driver's side corner. But it could just be the photo.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2009 | 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by DrPhilGandini
Someone needs to get one of these--the photo shows a pretty poor fit on the white Mini at the front driver's side corner. But it could just be the photo.
Ok, I've talked myself into being the guinea pig on this project.

I ordered it last night, so we'll see what it looks like once it arrives.

From what I can tell looking at the pictures, the spoiler looks like it is made from the same material as an unpainted "raw" bumper. So, with that in mind, may plans at this time are to get the spoiler, test fit it to the car, make any necessary fit adjustments and then paint it to match the MINI's black trim.

Even if the fit is off a little around the top as shown in the picture, painting it to match the black trim will make a world of difference in the way it looks.

Stay tuned for the results.

I'll post pics as we go along.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 08:48 AM
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LOL, I'm guinea pig # 2

Originally Posted by wscruiser
Ok, I've talked myself into being the guinea pig on this project.

I ordered it last night, so we'll see what it looks like once it arrives.

From what I can tell looking at the pictures, the spoiler looks like it is made from the same material as an unpainted "raw" bumper. So, with that in mind, may plans at this time are to get the spoiler, test fit it to the car, make any necessary fit adjustments and then paint it to match the MINI's black trim.

Even if the fit is off a little around the top as shown in the picture, painting it to match the black trim will make a world of difference in the way it looks.

Stay tuned for the results.

I'll post pics as we go along.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 08:54 AM
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Excellent and please take some high res pics that are focused well for us to check out, no cell phone pics please. On second thought, just let DrPhil come over and snap a few pics after installation, he is pretty handy with a camera.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 10:03 AM
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LOL, I'm guinea pig # 2

Did you order one too? You know the old saying, "Misery loves company"!
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 10:04 AM
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Excellent and please take some high res pics that are focused well for us to check out, no cell phone pics please.
Dang, you guys are getting soooo picky about things. I think I can handle that task.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 11:16 AM
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Dang, you guys are getting soooo picky about things. I think I can handle that task.
And don't forgot the video, no cheap cell phone there either. HD is acceptable, but we'd all prefer blu ray.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 12:06 PM
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LOL. you guys make me laugh.

I think the original picture just looks like that cuz the person probably messed up when he was photoshopping it. I hope this works out for you guys.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2009 | 06:07 PM
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Ugh… I'm dreading posting my first video tutorial…

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And don't forgot the video, no cheap cell phone there either. HD is acceptable, but we'd all prefer blu ray.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2009 | 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by wscruiser
Did you order one too? You know the old saying, "Misery loves company"!
Yep, ordered one the same night I saw the post on it....I think I might lose 1 full second on the next autocross. LOL
 
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Old Jul 24, 2009 | 11:38 PM
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Any updates looking to buy one but concerned that it wont line up with my copper cabrio bumper, as its little different and dont want to waste money (as shipping to oz is not cheap)
 
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Old Jul 25, 2009 | 04:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Oz mini master
Any updates looking to buy one but concerned that it wont line up with my copper cabrio bumper, as its little different and dont want to waste money (as shipping to oz is not cheap)

None yet. It is in the hands of FedEX at this time. Scheduled delivery is next Wednesday.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 12:59 AM
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interested to see how this one works out.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 07:31 AM
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Any updates? That is really sharp but it would only look good on teh car not in my garage:p

EDIT: reading comprehension owns me:-p I'll check back weds
 

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Old Jul 29, 2009 | 01:45 AM
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subscribed. let's see some results! good luck gentlemen!
 
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Old Jul 30, 2009 | 12:30 PM
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OK, spoiler came Tuesday.

Quality and looks are better than expected.

Test fitted this morning. Actually fits very well, I was suprised how well it does fit.

I have it sanded, painted and ready to install.

Check back later for the finished product and pictures.
 
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Old Jul 30, 2009 | 12:37 PM
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did you paint it to match the black oem trim or is it colormatched to your bodypanels? also it's just abs plastic right?
 
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Old Jul 30, 2009 | 12:41 PM
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Is it the same

Is it the same black plastic that the wheel rims are made of or is it a smooth plastic?
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Old Jul 30, 2009 | 02:03 PM
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The finished product.


 

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Old Jul 30, 2009 | 02:05 PM
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That is actually pretty sweet looking.
 
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