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  1. ///Art

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    #1 ///Art, Oct 15, 2014
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    Hello everyone, My name is Art. I own a 2001 360 F1 and have always turned to the forum for tech suggestions and DIY's. Lots of great info on the site. Finally I have decided to join! I have always loved the 360 and after finding a great deal, it was a no-brainer. I know many Ferrari owners love to keep their cars and clean and as original as possible. I myself love to play around with cars and always like to add little things here and there. Don't get me wrong, love the factory styling of the 360, *FLAME SUITE ON* but I wanted to do something different with the car, and seeing some of the aftermarket stuff out there, I wasn't to pleased with it. So I had some ideas sketched out and decided to give it a shot. I know some of you are like "ohhhh noooo...." But I do work on cars for a living and have access to practically all the tools and materials available. Here is my shot a the front end of the 360. (Not yet complete). Sides skirts and rear to follow. Hoping to get some feedback from you guys and hopefully some ideas! Thanks and enjoy.
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  2. igor

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    #2 igor, Oct 15, 2014
    Damn.... I think that bumper looks tastefully aggressive. CS style skirts and she's complete.
    Are u trying to change the headlight design too?
     
  3. rmani

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    #3 rmani, Oct 16, 2014
    i'm curious to see your results it looks like you could be on to something amazing. keep us updated.
     
  4. Fatty

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    #4 Fatty, Oct 16, 2014
    Looking beyond the tape, it definitely looks good and aggressive. Keep us posted. Keen to see progress and the end result.
     
  5. 993man

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    #5 993man, Oct 16, 2014
    I really like that look. On our roads the front would last about a mile though.

    Please keep the pictures coming though!
     
  6. MaranelloDave

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    #6 MaranelloDave, Oct 16, 2014
    While I normally hate body mods, I like it so far. The angularity you've added updates the look of the car.
     
  7. whatheheck

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    #7 whatheheck, Oct 16, 2014
    So far so good!

    To each his own.....but as long as its done properly I think it will come out great.

    Looking forward to seeing final product.

    Dan
     
  8. English Rebel

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    #8 English Rebel, Oct 16, 2014
    The center section of that bumper looks to be very low. Expect to have to repaint every few months. Also I think you have messed with the ground effects. The open center is to channel air under the car to the rear, you have effectively blocked that air flow.
    Just my two cents.
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  9. The Nutsack

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    #9 The Nutsack, Oct 16, 2014
    Also looks like you will block your brights, but I'm guessing you don't care much about that.
     
  10. Kevin Rev'n

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    #10 Kevin Rev'n, Oct 16, 2014
    Looks like you are trying to make 430 headlights. I am not sure I get it but welcome to the club anyways. Bumper mods are easy to understand since there are so many choices out there. I think that some of the most radical are also the cheapest to buy so you are in luck if that is your particular kink.

    I like to look at mods but I also appreciate that the hardest and most expensive thing to do is to keep a car as close as it was to when it rolled out the door at the factory. For my brain energy I prefer to just "maintain" and appreciate it as is. Thank goodness they are already works of art.
     
  11. ///Art

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    #11 ///Art, Oct 16, 2014
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    The way the picture was taken make is seem that way. But if you line up the 2 sides with the middle they are the same height. I was worried about the clearance as well, had a chance today to take a look at it on an inclined driveway and also measured up to a speed bump thats in our lot. The clearance on an angle was is only 1/4" difference from stock. Have to def be careful driving tho of course.


    The center I am debating on now. The original plan was to fiberglass and than cut out the center for air flow. After looking at it, I kinda like the look of the bumper being one complete piece. So now I am thinking Looks vs Function but am leaning toward Function.


    I am playing with the idea to cut back the lights eliminating the high beam and moving the high beam to the exterior and reworking the turn signal. Once i pull the headlight ill see what I need to do to get it to that point. It gives the 360 a meaner and cleaner look I think.

    Thanks to everyone for your feedback, very helpful i now have some ideas on some changes. Here are some pics from earlier that day. Enjoy.
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  12. mr_bock

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    #12 mr_bock, Oct 16, 2014
    Very cool!!!!
    Nice to step outside of the box in a nice way...
     
  13. fabo

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    #13 fabo, Oct 16, 2014
    I am usually not a fan of modifying but this looks great
     
  14. igor

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    #14 igor, Oct 16, 2014
    Wow.... That looks amazing............. Even the lights look awesome. U sir have quite the imagination and creativity.
     
  15. Dohangs

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    #15 Dohangs, Oct 16, 2014
    It actually looks good. I'm not big on aftermarket add ins but it might just work.
     

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