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May 21, 2009 10:19:03 GMT
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I'm in two minds really. I happen to think they are ridiculously pointless (supposed to prevent stonechips etc) but never seen one on a rep/commuter's car? only on modified VWs. I think they can only really suit a black car, but prove me wrong. I hate this.  I want to like this  have some more      discuss  |
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May 21, 2009 10:21:35 GMT
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Every time I see one I think 'Pulp Fiction'.
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May 21, 2009 11:26:32 GMT
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I would personally rather see a bit of gravel rash on the front end because I think cars could be used. However, if I'd spent thousands on my paint I might think differently.
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BigWig
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May 21, 2009 11:30:41 GMT
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I rate them, but the appeal can be dilluted by cars that haven't been that well executed elsewhere, whether it be wheels, stance, colour or even the original design from the factory. For example, I rate that blue Mk4 at the top with the full bra, but for some reason, I don't think the Corsa suits having one...
But that's just my opinion.
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Ray Singh
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More German exotica in my garage now
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May 21, 2009 11:33:13 GMT
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My Porsche 911 came with one of these. I still have it in the garage, the new owner didn't want it and now i cant get shot of it for love (not that you'd want my love) nor money.
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Zapp Brannigan
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May 21, 2009 11:33:22 GMT
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Personally think they look daft. I can understand if people want to use them though if they have really good front-end paintwork. But, that said I should think it would be best not to use them on a car that wasn't garaged; I suspect they would trap moisture something chronic!
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dclane
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May 21, 2009 11:37:55 GMT
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No - ridiculous and chavvy imho.
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2006 Saab 9-3 Aero convertible - in mid-life crisis yellow
No new retro as yet ... all attempts to sneak one onto the drive have failed.
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tri
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May 21, 2009 11:38:25 GMT
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On the saxo and the black Goof - epic win. The rest look a bit silly imo. It's another case of 'depends on the car and the circumstances' really, as with everything. They can look really good on the right car in the right circumstances:  but also really dire on the same car in the wrong circumstances:  |
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Last Edit: May 21, 2009 11:41:02 GMT by tri
 I forgot how to retro...  |
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May 21, 2009 11:55:04 GMT
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 I saw one of theses ^^ the other day and thought it looked gash, same as the beetle really, there is that whole expanse of bumper/grille so whats the point in a bonnet bra, you'll end up with a manky front end and a lovely shiny bonnet. The blue golf works but its a bit over kill, but I agree with the some cars look good some don't theme. |
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BigWig
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May 21, 2009 11:56:01 GMT
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Agreed, the above bra on that yellow GTi looks cack. With regards to moisture, I think manufacturers only recommend leaving them on for a few days at a time...
It's one of those aftermarket things that get done to death, but there's still appeal on the right car.
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Hirst
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May 21, 2009 12:00:48 GMT
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Never understood them, even in their proper usage. I'd rather have to touch up a couple of stonechips than have what looks like an enormous bin bag on the car.
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May 21, 2009 12:21:11 GMT
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Never understood them, even in their proper usage. I'd rather have to touch up a couple of stonechips than have what looks like an enormous bin bag on the car. Ditto. It's like those people who leave the protective plastic covering on their new sofa for the first year. You bought it to use it, stop deliberately inconveniencing yourself! |
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stealthstylz
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Bonnet Bras - Yay or Ney?stealthstylz
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May 21, 2009 12:58:24 GMT
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They make the car look worse than it would with stonechips, therefore they're GASH.
The worst ones are the ones with the little sticky up bits. Ultimate fail.
Matt
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May 21, 2009 13:27:56 GMT
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i wish someone had put one on my civic when it was new! pmsl
Then again from the state of it, I'd have a mint bonnet and chipped to chocolate bumper instead!
I saw one on a motorhome in Florida! It was like a big 14 ton ninja!
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May 21, 2009 15:32:26 GMT
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1992 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.5 GLX
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May 21, 2009 15:35:38 GMT
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May 21, 2009 16:24:56 GMT
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no no no no no
What is the point? It covers up the car and ruins the look, what is the point of having nice paint if you ruin it with a silly bra.
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Tim
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May 21, 2009 16:31:05 GMT
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no no no no no What is the point? It covers up the car and ruins the look, what is the point of having nice paint if you ruin it with a silly bra. Aye, i've never got that only pratical reason i can think os when driving to a show, or when the car is being towed |
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May 21, 2009 16:56:24 GMT
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I like em , in fact I've got one for the bug , one on the polo and one on the wifes T4 , ain't found one for the lupo yet though ....
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You've been telling me you were a genius since you were seventeen ... in all the time I've known you I still don't know what you mean !
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May 21, 2009 19:09:00 GMT
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I've only ever seen one car that looked right with one. So a big resounding no from me...
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