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Discussion in '360/430' started by TnT F430, Mar 23, 2015.

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  1. TnT F430

    TnT F430 Karting

    Jan 26, 2015
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    #1 TnT F430, Mar 23, 2015
    Hi, I have an 07 black 430 coup and when ever I look at the rear engine hood I think the two vents next to the glass would look better painted black. I really don't want to alter the car from factory specs. I saw a thread here that had mentioned CF vents but I can't find it now. Comments please.
     
  2. Ferrari Nube

    Ferrari Nube Formula Junior

    Sep 14, 2014
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    #2 Ferrari Nube, Mar 23, 2015
    I believe Exotic Auto Gear has what you're looking for.

    Have been contemplating on changing the vents on my spider as well but haven't done it since I have some concerns about hazing of the CF vents/ diffusers due to heat and UV...

    Thoughts?
     
  3. TnT F430

    TnT F430 Karting

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    #3 TnT F430, Mar 23, 2015
    Checked out Exotic, $1400. I think I would prefer to paint so that they blend in with the body color. The CF would still stand out visually.
     
  4. bocaf430

    bocaf430 Formula 3

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    #4 bocaf430, Mar 23, 2015
    I know a lot of guys with blacks cars paint the rear engine area, and the front bumper nostrils black to match the paint.. I might be one of them soon
     
  5. GaryR

    GaryR Formula 3

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    #5 GaryR, Mar 23, 2015
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    These are on a Grigio Titanio out in bright sun, I think they would look great on a black car. They actually look quite dark in person.
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  6. Malachiman

    Malachiman Karting

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    #6 Malachiman, Mar 23, 2015
    I have a black 430 coupe and have the CF vents.. I prefer them over painting but then again I don't know your budget.
     
  7. Ferrari Nube

    Ferrari Nube Formula Junior

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    British Columbia
    #7 Ferrari Nube, Mar 23, 2015
    I know what you mean by the price. I've been waiting around for a used one on classifieds or was hoping for a group buy from Exotic Auto Gear. Having these vents/dufusers in CF would complete my spider since I bought the CF rear difuser during their group buy last year. My car interior and engine bay already have OEM CF. :)

    Cheers
    FN
     
  8. Nrajabali

    Nrajabali Formula Junior

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    #8 Nrajabali, Mar 23, 2015
    Is it something easy to install by ur self? I am thinking of getting it.


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  9. Nrajabali

    Nrajabali Formula Junior

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    #9 Nrajabali, Mar 23, 2015
    Do u guys think it will look good on Red Spyder?


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  10. GaryR

    GaryR Formula 3

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    #10 GaryR, Mar 24, 2015
    I do, dresses up the area vs. the plain stock one to me.. not sure I would pay $1400 but glad my PO did.
     
  11. scudF1

    scudF1 F1 Rookie
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    #11 scudF1, Mar 24, 2015
    I like that the grills much the color of the diffuser. I guess that was the reason Ferrari paint them the same color.
     
  12. Ferrari Nube

    Ferrari Nube Formula Junior

    Sep 14, 2014
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    #12 Ferrari Nube, Mar 24, 2015
    I really like the CF look as well. If you're into CF, then it's a no brainer....at least to me. But the $1,400 plus the "Canadian" disadvantage on the exchange rate hurts a bit! :( Especially, in light of the fact that I purchased the rear CF diffuser (relatively large CF piece) during the group buy for only $1,500!!

    Anyway, maybe I should just bite the bullet and practice what I preach..... Just enjoy the vehicle in whichever way I like!

    Cheers
    FN
     

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