Theo's 340 1.7 G888UUD Quick Update

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Theo's 340 1.7 G888UUD Quick Update

Post by theo2468 » 19 Jun 2012 10:19 pm

Well i picked this up sunday and im absolutely chuffed with it, i can say its the cleanest 300 ive ever owned!
ive done a few little bits and bobs to it, when its lowered i reckon it will look spot on!
i need some help too, what spoiler do i go for!? mk2 GLT, mk3 GLT, Saloon GLT or no spoiler? im liking the no spoiler look at the minute.
anyway lets show some pics! also im refurbing the wheel soon!

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Post by Chris_C » 19 Jun 2012 10:26 pm

When this came down to visit, I was stunned at how good the shell was, great buy chap. Mk3's need a mk3 spoiler in my mind!
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Post by Nimminz » 19 Jun 2012 10:28 pm

Guuuuud purchase! :lol:

Looks great on cups, the saloon lip spoiler might look good, I always seem to like mk3's with the GLT hatch one but I'm biased :D
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Post by Hell Driver » 19 Jun 2012 11:40 pm

That is clean! I'd go for no spoiler at all. Just how many have you got now? :lol:

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Post by charlieog1243 » 19 Jun 2012 11:43 pm

damn thats nice! no spoiler!!

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Post by SteveP » 20 Jun 2012 08:47 am

I'm with Chris - Mk3 - Mk3 Spoiler, without a doubt. Not so sure of it on the cups though, atleast not at that height :D
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Post by MCHUDD » 20 Jun 2012 10:16 am

Hi theo.
I would also go with the GLT spoiler.Then again, i am a bling merchant :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Post by mtjm » 21 Jun 2012 11:05 am

Wow Theo, the wheels make such a huge difference! Glad you're liking the car and I'll look forward to seeing it evolve further.

Don't know if I'm allowed give an opinion on the spoiler since I sold the car, but I personally prefer them without :)

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Post by volvosneverdie » 21 Jun 2012 11:28 am

Look lak a beach buggeh!
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Post by macplaxton » 21 Jun 2012 11:32 am

Like sunroofs, I don't mind either way, if it's already got one. What I'm loathe to do, is stick holes in perfectly good bodies, so wouldn't make a hole to install a sunroof or holes to install a spoiler.
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Post by theo2468 » 21 Jun 2012 11:40 am

volvosneverdie wrote:Look lak a beach buggeh!
Haha, it certainly did but the rear has now been lowered. Sitting a lot better. Pics to come later.
Also mark a few simple touches and ts looking lots better: blacked out headlights, wheels, bumper gel, GLT front spoiler and de wipered the tail gate.
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volvosneverdie wrote:Vnd says:
diffs, are like pubs and legs.
Best appreciated when open.
I probably should have specified ladies legs in there too. [+=] "embarrarrased emoticon"[].com

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Post by theo2468 » 21 Jun 2012 11:42 am

macplaxton wrote:Like sunroofs, I don't mind either way, if it's already got one. What I'm loathe to do, is stick holes in perfectly good bodies, so wouldn't make a hole to install a sunroof or holes to install a spoiler.
But what if you've already got a spare red tailgate with a GLT spolier on? Ha
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Best appreciated when open.
I probably should have specified ladies legs in there too. [+=] "embarrarrased emoticon"[].com

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Post by macplaxton » 21 Jun 2012 11:58 am

theo2468 wrote:But what if you've already got a spare red tailgate with a GLT spolier on? Ha
No problem then. Change them as often as you like, depending on your mood. :lol:
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Post by volvosneverdie » 21 Jun 2012 08:39 pm

theo2468 wrote:Haha, it certainly did but the rear has now been lowered. Sitting a lot better. Pics to come later.
Also mark a few simple touches and ts looking lots better: blacked out headlights, wheels, bumper gel, GLT front spoiler and de wipered the tail gate.
This all sounds interesting man. Looking forward to seeing pics.
If youve got a spoilered tailgate, pop it on!

Looks mega clean mind. Mega clean.
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Post by Attack2001 » 25 Jun 2012 12:32 am

The saloon lip on the back might look quite nice :) However a glt 3 poster is the way to go for me :D

Looks like a brilliant car, good to see its in the hands of a proper enthusiast :D - as that price was well in 'tramp drift' affordability...

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