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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 10:22 AM
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Body Kits

I've searched the web for countless body kits. Some are around $600-$1000+
This one right here, you can find on eBay or Amazon.



I think it looks pretty cool. But it being under $300 for a whole body kit is a bit suspicious

I want to order a ViS Racing Vader style front bumper, and it's $240. Any comments on this bumper, you guys/girls think it looks nice? Any recommendations?
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 10:34 AM
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probably needs a lot of trimming/adding materials to properly fit them. parts may be cheap but body shop would charge more.
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 11:05 AM
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Here is the same kit on CarID, and it's $818



Which is the best body kit for the R53 in your opinion?
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 11:10 AM
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top sun or duell ag
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 11:17 AM
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But it being under $300 for a whole body kit is a bit suspicious
It's not a whole body kit ... only the fender flares (6 pieces).
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 01:02 PM
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Wow, I did not see that. Thank you.

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It's not a whole body kit ... only the fender flares (6 pieces).
I really can't believe I didn't see that.
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 01:09 PM
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Here is the ViS Vader kit.

 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 01:19 PM
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one problem with some of these body kits, is that they are made from fiberglass.... that's a problem for me, otherwise id be all over the wide body. I don't trust fiberglass for winter seasons, I feel like I would break or chip them very easily, but if your in warmer weather all year, why not.


ideally you would want for fit and finish something injected molded plastic. that means someone did some research on how to make them fit and are willing to invest in the molds. fiberglass anyone can do really cheaply, and im sure you have to make all your own mounting tabs.


Duell AG has some beautiful kits, but they are on the pricy side, not sure if they have any for the r53.
 
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Old Oct 22, 2015 | 01:55 PM
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Get the Aero kit. Its the best looking and you dont have to worry about fitment. Also is you have the rare PDC " parking distance control option, they have you covered.

Factory MINI Aero Full Body Kit W/ PDC - Primed 51190146157

https://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/ES2804721/






Factory MINI Aero Full Body Kit W/O PDC - Primed 51190146163

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Top Sun body kits here: https://www.ecstuning.com/b-top-sun-...4-r5301s-a~ts/





 
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