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Carbon fiber mirror covers and splitter.

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Old 06-21-2013, 11:24 AM
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Default Carbon fiber mirror covers and splitter.

Using some 3M film a little heat and a lot of patience I think I got a nice result.

I'm pleased with the way it looks.

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Old 06-22-2013, 10:45 PM
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Bump,
Some comments from my friends would be would be nice.
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Old 06-23-2013, 02:41 AM
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I like the splitter

Looks cool and discrete.

The mirror is to much for me to be honest.
 
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Old 06-23-2013, 08:42 AM
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Looks cool on a black XJR. I like my chrome ones on a VDP. Different strokes.
 
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Old 06-23-2013, 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Vector
Bump,
Some comments from my friends would be would be nice.
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erm, it won't make it faster? sorry pal, it's a bit 'ricer' for me
 
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Old 06-24-2013, 08:44 AM
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I vote "no" as well. There are cars out there that can use some CF here and there, but X308 is not one of them. Just my opinion.
 
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Fortunately, it is easily removable if you decide YOU don't like it.

Not my cup of tea, but beautiful car overall!
 
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hummm, not my cup of tea to be honest. Jaguar/British cars are better with wood and chrome.

CF is not its game
 

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It doesn't look too bad on the splitter, but I can't say I am a fan of the mirror treatment, chrome is the way to go there.
 
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Old 06-24-2013, 04:15 PM
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Thanks for the comments!

This is the look I was going for, it is easily removable too!
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I've used the 3M wrap here and there before and I think the camera is making the mirror stand out more than it would in real life.

The splitter is understated like a Jaguar should be. Mirror isn't my thing (even on the XK) but if you like it, go for it.
 
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Originally Posted by ccfulton
I think the camera is making the mirror stand out more than it would in real life.
You are correct, it is actually a quite subtle mod unless you look closely and know what you are looking at.

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