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To Shield or not to Shield

Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by tifosi69, Feb 26, 2004.

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  1. tifosi69

    tifosi69 Formula 3

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    Guys, curious as to opinions on whether or not aftermarket Scuderia shields look appropriate or good on cars where they were not originally installed. Also, do you think it's best not to mess with perfection? Here's a pic, I'm trying to decide whether or not to install shields on my car. Which looks better?
     
  2. vince308

    vince308 Formula 3

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    i have them on my Mondial T and on My 308 GT4, and i like it.
     
  3. tifosi69

    tifosi69 Formula 3

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    Do you think they look good on THOSE particular models? Do you have any pics you could post? What do you think of the pic I posted.. which looks better on a 328GTS? What kind are they?
     
  4. El Wayne

    El Wayne F1 World Champ
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  5. scycle2020

    scycle2020 F1 Rookie

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    i like the red and silver cars better with sheilds....but only with real sheilds, not the stickers!!!!
     
  6. TSMIV

    TSMIV Formula Junior

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    ditto
     
  7. enjoythemusic

    enjoythemusic F1 World Champ

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    Continually debate this. i feel the shields break up the smooth curve/line of the fender visually. Some days i like 'em, usually i do not. Still debating, but in the end i think i'll go without.

    Less = More

    Enjoy the Music (DMX "What's My Name?" right now),

    Steven R. Rochlin

    "...You think it's a game?
    YOU THINK IT'S A F----N GAME?!?!?!

    Come on
    Come on
    What'cha really want
    What'cha really want, what
    D-M-X
    Come on
    RYDE OR DIE!!!!!!!!!!

    WHAT'S MY NAME?

    dmx and I be the best
    You see the rest they lookin like they need a rest...

    STOP TALKIN' S---
    Cuz you out there runnin' your mouth
    And really don't know who you f----n with...

    YOU STILL ACTING UP
    Runnin around here like some brand new.... that's about to get..."
     
  8. Mojo

    Mojo Formula 3

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    Its all personal preference. I think they look GREAT when done right.
    they scream FERRARI.
    So if you like them you will put them on.
    Or if other peoples opinions matter, then you will do what ever you think the coolest person on ferraichat says. Either way dosen't matter. Its a Ferrari. :)
     
  9. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Wouldn't want to be without them anymore.
     
  10. tifosi69

    tifosi69 Formula 3

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    DJ Envy, DJ Envy... Ain't no sunshine....
     
  11. tifosi69

    tifosi69 Formula 3

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    I hear you, I tend to agree they just say "hey look at me" and that's cool. Just interested in others takes from afar.
     
  12. tifosi69

    tifosi69 Formula 3

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    12, you have a clear pictured installed? If so please post.

    ciao
     
  13. enjoythemusic

    enjoythemusic F1 World Champ

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    tifosi69,

    Now now... don't make me come over there with a pair of wheels of steel... i'll bring just a few LPs and digital discs, the Ferrari sign stays here tho.

    Enjoy The Music (Beck on ltd. Edit. vinyl right now),

    Steven "i got 2 turntables and a microphone" Rochlin

    PS: they say a messy office is a sign of sanity. If that is true i am the most sane human on Earth ;)
     
  14. paulie_b

    paulie_b F1 Veteran
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    Tifosi69...this is an age old question. I am sending you an email direct. I sell the metal scuderia shields and have pictures to forward you if interested.
     
  15. paulie_b

    paulie_b F1 Veteran
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    Tifosi69, I see that you don't accept emails from FChat. If interested, send me a note directly and I will forward you the info and pictures. Send to [email protected] or call me at 561-277-1206.
     
  16. Chiaro_Slag

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    hehe, you stud!
     
  17. Anteriore

    Anteriore Formula Junior

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    Anyway, use the real shields and no stickers, please! :)
    When I speak for myself, I would only considering shields on Fcars that were originally available with them. It is quite a personal issue, but then I am a bit of a purist...
     
  18. Greg G

    Greg G F1 Rookie

    For the 308/328, Im with Wayne!
     
  19. SeaBayR

    SeaBayR Karting

    Sep 15, 2003
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    They look good but some friends have said that it looks your putting Ferrari logo's all over the car: 3 on the sides (the wheel caps) two on front, two on back, if you count the Cavillinos.

    It does get a bit much if you think of it that way
     
  20. Chiaro_Slag

    Chiaro_Slag F1 Veteran

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    My friend at work was looking at my car from the back, doing exactly that - Counting all the horses / Ferrari logos. On the wheels, on the back, on the steering wheel, etc. He kept saying Ferrari, Ferrari, I get it already! lol

    So I hear what you're saying.

    I like the cars with or without the shields. :)
     
  21. bustedknuckle1

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    Can you send me this info as well?

    Thanks.
     
  22. enjoythemusic

    enjoythemusic F1 World Champ

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    The count on Euro 308GTS here...

    4 -- center of rims (wheels)
    4 --- stem caps
    4 --- licence plate holder screw covers
    1 -- bottom of licence plate
    1 -- top trunk
    1 -- ashtray
    1 -- front grill
    1 -- rear of car
    1 --- emblem on top/front hood
    1 -- steering wheel
    2 --- side view mirrors
    2 -- headrest
    2 -- floor mats

    25 total


    Probably missed a few, but geeeeeeeeeeeze!!!!! ARGH!!!!!! i NEVER realized how much marketing crap is on the car :(

    Enjoy the Drive,

    Steven R. Rochlin
     
  23. Spasso

    Spasso F1 World Champ

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    My car is yellow so it strikes me as being a waste of time. You wouldn't see them unless you were looking for them. I get enough smiles and thumbs up as it is so it's obvious that they aren't something required to complete the look of the car, even if it was red or black.

    I have a buddy with a black TR. Hard to see the car even in the daylight. He put shields on it and it looks good. I'm sure all of the purists are having a heart attack though. It's 'just' a TR for god's sake!

    DJ
     
  24. Chiaro_Slag

    Chiaro_Slag F1 Veteran

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    lol I hear yah! I figured I didn't have enough though, so I added the horse on my 328 center console. :)

    I always had a thing for those 308 interiors.
     
  25. tifosi69

    tifosi69 Formula 3

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    I did not know that, I get alot of PM, let me check my settings. My email address is [email protected]
     

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