What IS Going On?
04-03-10, 11:42 PM
#16
lol seems like you just need to move to another area where nice and modded cars aren't that much of a rare scene. body kit can make quite noticeable difference to your car, so this is expected
all my cars are quite highly modified, and in an area like socal here, it's not really that big of a deal in most cases. i occasionally get looks and thumbups from pedestrians or cars around me, but it's all cool and they are compliments. i always try to be polite and acknowledge. i have had so many strangers stopping me at parking lot or so asking me what i have done to my cars, etc... as long as you are in a reasonable neighborhood you should be fine.
on the other hand, i remember one time i was driving my all stock m3 on the freeway in a so-so area, i was passing by a car and all the teenagers in that car was waving and yelling at me. that was a tad weird
but truth is, around here, 90% of the time no one would give a damn about nice or modified cars. even when ferraris and lamborghinis driving by people act normal.
time to move reggie
all my cars are quite highly modified, and in an area like socal here, it's not really that big of a deal in most cases. i occasionally get looks and thumbups from pedestrians or cars around me, but it's all cool and they are compliments. i always try to be polite and acknowledge. i have had so many strangers stopping me at parking lot or so asking me what i have done to my cars, etc... as long as you are in a reasonable neighborhood you should be fine.
on the other hand, i remember one time i was driving my all stock m3 on the freeway in a so-so area, i was passing by a car and all the teenagers in that car was waving and yelling at me. that was a tad weird
but truth is, around here, 90% of the time no one would give a damn about nice or modified cars. even when ferraris and lamborghinis driving by people act normal.
time to move reggie
04-04-10, 01:51 AM
#17
True True
lol seems like you just need to move to another area where nice and modded cars aren't that much of a rare scene. body kit can make quite noticeable difference to your car, so this is expected
all my cars are quite highly modified, and in an area like socal here, it's not really that big of a deal in most cases. i occasionally get looks and thumbups from pedestrians or cars around me, but it's all cool and they are compliments. i always try to be polite and acknowledge. i have had so many strangers stopping me at parking lot or so asking me what i have done to my cars, etc... as long as you are in a reasonable neighborhood you should be fine.
on the other hand, i remember one time i was driving my all stock m3 on the freeway in a so-so area, i was passing by a car and all the teenagers in that car was waving and yelling at me. that was a tad weird
but truth is, around here, 90% of the time no one would give a damn about nice or modified cars. even when ferraris and lamborghinis driving by people act normal.
time to move reggie
all my cars are quite highly modified, and in an area like socal here, it's not really that big of a deal in most cases. i occasionally get looks and thumbups from pedestrians or cars around me, but it's all cool and they are compliments. i always try to be polite and acknowledge. i have had so many strangers stopping me at parking lot or so asking me what i have done to my cars, etc... as long as you are in a reasonable neighborhood you should be fine.
on the other hand, i remember one time i was driving my all stock m3 on the freeway in a so-so area, i was passing by a car and all the teenagers in that car was waving and yelling at me. that was a tad weird
but truth is, around here, 90% of the time no one would give a damn about nice or modified cars. even when ferraris and lamborghinis driving by people act normal.
time to move reggie
YEp very true
04-04-10, 11:30 AM
#18
lol seems like you just need to move to another area where nice and modded cars aren't that much of a rare scene. body kit can make quite noticeable difference to your car, so this is expected
all my cars are quite highly modified, and in an area like socal here, it's not really that big of a deal in most cases. i occasionally get looks and thumbups from pedestrians or cars around me, but it's all cool and they are compliments. i always try to be polite and acknowledge. i have had so many strangers stopping me at parking lot or so asking me what i have done to my cars, etc... as long as you are in a reasonable neighborhood you should be fine.
on the other hand, i remember one time i was driving my all stock m3 on the freeway in a so-so area, i was passing by a car and all the teenagers in that car was waving and yelling at me. that was a tad weird
but truth is, around here, 90% of the time no one would give a damn about nice or modified cars. even when ferraris and lamborghinis driving by people act normal.
time to move reggie
all my cars are quite highly modified, and in an area like socal here, it's not really that big of a deal in most cases. i occasionally get looks and thumbups from pedestrians or cars around me, but it's all cool and they are compliments. i always try to be polite and acknowledge. i have had so many strangers stopping me at parking lot or so asking me what i have done to my cars, etc... as long as you are in a reasonable neighborhood you should be fine.
on the other hand, i remember one time i was driving my all stock m3 on the freeway in a so-so area, i was passing by a car and all the teenagers in that car was waving and yelling at me. that was a tad weird
but truth is, around here, 90% of the time no one would give a damn about nice or modified cars. even when ferraris and lamborghinis driving by people act normal.
time to move reggie
2 weeks ago, took my wife to one of our fave restaurants. 2 guys were standing near when the valet brought the car out. Those guys stopped what looked like an engaging conversation to stare at the ride. There were Bentley Coupes, Benzes and a Ferrari nearby but these dudes were eyeballing the GS. My wife tripped out. Before the kit, not this much attention but now guys in other nice cars turn heads and street guys are looking as well. Just feels a little weird.
04-04-10, 11:44 AM
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I forgot something....I think part of the reason for the popularity is the paint. That color changing pearl of the GFM paint makes people think it's custom. Non-enthusiast don't wax their cars like we do. That freshly waxed shine of GFM just pops.
04-04-10, 12:34 PM
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We live in Miami... everyone and their mother hooks up cars and people will always stare. I myself have a Matador with the same kit and there will always be people looking. Nothing to worry about. I think its just the normal case of paranoia
04-04-10, 12:52 PM
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When I was helping a friend look for a used car at some dealer right beside a highway in the middle of nowhere, I had no choice but to use their parking (usually a bad idea in terms of negotiation). hAnyways, we looked around, he talked to some salesperson who invited us into his office to crunch some numbers. While they were doing that, I look back at the GS and at least 2-3 people were walking around and looking at it/talking. My immediate thought was WTF somebody hit my car! Turns out they were admiring my bone stock GS 350.
People aren't that car crazy over here, so I can imagine it will be even worse where you are. Just enjoy the free "publicity" and relax...you have insurance if anything happens. Nobody is going to pull a gun on you because you have a bodykit. If you had an Ed Hardy shirt on the other hand
People aren't that car crazy over here, so I can imagine it will be even worse where you are. Just enjoy the free "publicity" and relax...you have insurance if anything happens. Nobody is going to pull a gun on you because you have a bodykit. If you had an Ed Hardy shirt on the other hand
04-04-10, 02:48 PM
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One thing about the 3GS.....either stock or a simple add on like wheels and a drop, it is a very stunning, show stopping vehicle....but if you go all out with a kit....."Fogetta' Bout' It"
If you roll your 3GS with pride and swagger....fools will know not to mess with you.
If you roll your 3GS with pride and swagger....fools will know not to mess with you.
04-04-10, 03:09 PM
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I live in a gated community and my neighbors are accustomed to my cars. Where I work is not so great but no problems. I still get lots of attention when I hang out in areas where nice cars are the norm.
2 weeks ago, took my wife to one of our fave restaurants. 2 guys were standing near when the valet brought the car out. Those guys stopped what looked like an engaging conversation to stare at the ride. There were Bentley Coupes, Benzes and a Ferrari nearby but these dudes were eyeballing the GS. My wife tripped out. Before the kit, not this much attention but now guys in other nice cars turn heads and street guys are looking as well. Just feels a little weird.
2 weeks ago, took my wife to one of our fave restaurants. 2 guys were standing near when the valet brought the car out. Those guys stopped what looked like an engaging conversation to stare at the ride. There were Bentley Coupes, Benzes and a Ferrari nearby but these dudes were eyeballing the GS. My wife tripped out. Before the kit, not this much attention but now guys in other nice cars turn heads and street guys are looking as well. Just feels a little weird.
04-05-10, 12:05 AM
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I don't see his happening to me, might just well be the color. I've only put my front lip and roof spoiler back on the other day, but before I never got that much attention.
04-05-10, 08:04 AM
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I've had wheels for the past 2 weeks and I've noticed a huge change.
I've had people while I drive past stick their heads out of the car and look back at me.
I've had many people call out as they walk on the street (Damn! that's a sexy car!, Props dude that ****s sick!) just random things.
Most of the time it's when I get in/out of my car people say props of some sort.
ON THE OTHER HAND.
I've had mad haters too. Been bumped into like 3 times in the past month. Had popped spilled on my car just the other day.
I've had people while I drive past stick their heads out of the car and look back at me.
I've had many people call out as they walk on the street (Damn! that's a sexy car!, Props dude that ****s sick!) just random things.
Most of the time it's when I get in/out of my car people say props of some sort.
ON THE OTHER HAND.
I've had mad haters too. Been bumped into like 3 times in the past month. Had popped spilled on my car just the other day.
04-05-10, 08:31 AM
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Your car is very nice and tastefully done. If you dont mind me asking. Where did you buy your kit from? I am also going to be looking in the near future, Any new pics of your ride? Also if you decide to change wheels I may be interested in yours? Thanks again.
I live in a gated community and my neighbors are accustomed to my cars. Where I work is not so great but no problems. I still get lots of attention when I hang out in areas where nice cars are the norm.
2 weeks ago, took my wife to one of our fave restaurants. 2 guys were standing near when the valet brought the car out. Those guys stopped what looked like an engaging conversation to stare at the ride. There were Bentley Coupes, Benzes and a Ferrari nearby but these dudes were eyeballing the GS. My wife tripped out. Before the kit, not this much attention but now guys in other nice cars turn heads and street guys are looking as well. Just feels a little weird.
2 weeks ago, took my wife to one of our fave restaurants. 2 guys were standing near when the valet brought the car out. Those guys stopped what looked like an engaging conversation to stare at the ride. There were Bentley Coupes, Benzes and a Ferrari nearby but these dudes were eyeballing the GS. My wife tripped out. Before the kit, not this much attention but now guys in other nice cars turn heads and street guys are looking as well. Just feels a little weird.