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  1. notoboy

    notoboy F1 Rookie

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    #1 notoboy, Oct 10, 2006
    I need a new bumper for my 355. A stock one is around $3k.

    Anyone know where to get a Challenge carbon front bumper? And, can the carbon ones fit the stock marker lights and hardware? And, is the fit and finish comparable to the stock fiberglass bumpers?

    Any input would be greatly appreciated.

    David
     
  2. racespecferrari

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    #2 racespecferrari, Oct 10, 2006
    Contact CharlieUK, he races a 355 challenge here in the Uk, he could probably help you
     
  3. f355spider

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    #3 f355spider, Oct 10, 2006
    Here is one option for a reproduction in fiberglass. http://www.ferrariservice.com/

    Check some more body shops though, your stock bumper would have to be pretty wasted not be able to be repaired if damaged.
     
  4. Valence

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    #4 Valence, Oct 10, 2006
    We have been contemplating starting production on these. If you're seriously interested that will help sway our decision.
     
  5. notoboy

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    #5 notoboy, Oct 10, 2006
    Unfortunately, it is pretty wasted - got that way by a dumba$$ that blew a red light :mad:

    Thanks for the link, but I already did try a couple reproductions that were so poor, I needed to send them back for a refund.


    I have already had some bad experience with poor reproduction 355 bumpers, but I would be seriously interested if the quality was great and the price was within reason. Btw, your products look very nice.
     
  6. Valence

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    #6 Valence, Oct 10, 2006
    I won't quote you an immediate turnaround time, but I think you'll find a properly made street (not slapped together race) carbon fiber bumper indistinguishable (once painted) from the original. Of course it will be lighter, but strength/durability and appearance will be equivalent to the original. The key is in the details - materials, layup schedule, mold, curing and assembly. From what I've heard about most of the fiberglass reproductions out there, they're pretty bad, as you said.
     
  7. rexrcr

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    #7 rexrcr, Oct 14, 2006
    Someone definately has (had) a mould for this. Back in the day there was at least one F355 Challenge running carbon bumper covers. Very high quality. I'd suggent contacting dealers heavily involved in Challenge in the '90's.

    Best,
    Rob
     
  8. lemon355

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    #8 lemon355, Aug 12, 2011
    Valence...

    I think a carbon fiber kevlar front and rear bumper set for the 355 would be an awesome idea...I know ive been searching for one for quite a while..For that matter so would a cf/kevlar trunklid!!!

    If youre serious about doing this.. then i for one an in...

    How many orders would you need to start production...

    Did someone say group buy??!!

    regards pk
     

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