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black or chrome
Black or Chrome Bumper
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djporsche
post Apr 10 2010, 11:48 PM
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I picked up one front and three rear 73 bumper today. The front is chrome but has some small rust holes on the sides. Two backs are chrome and one is black. I'm not sure if i should go all black or chrome. Also came with two back tops in ok shape.
So what do ya think? I got a red 73 with black and polished 2 liters. Black or chrome
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post Apr 11 2010, 12:07 AM
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QUOTE(djporsche @ Apr 10 2010, 10:48 PM) *

I picked up one front and three rear 73 bumper today. The front is chrome but has some small rust holes on the sides. Two backs are chrome and one is black. I'm not sure if i should go all black or chrome. Also came with two back tops in ok shape.
So what do ya think? I got a red 73 with black and polished 2 liters. Black or chrome


TJ - all 1973 MY 914 2.0's came with the Appearance Group of options - including chrome bumpers, so it's best to keep it that way.
Besides - you'll love the Bling! with the Fuchs 2L alloy wheels! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

You can take that rust-pitted front bumper to a good chrome shop where they can fill them strip the old chrome &do a fresh 3-step re-chrome (copper-nickel-chrome), just get references for a good high quality local chrome shop from local car resto guys/gals.

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post Apr 11 2010, 12:15 AM
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QUOTE(Tom_T @ Apr 11 2010, 01:07 AM) *

QUOTE(djporsche @ Apr 10 2010, 10:48 PM) *

I picked up one front and three rear 73 bumper today. The front is chrome but has some small rust holes on the sides. Two backs are chrome and one is black. I'm not sure if i should go all black or chrome. Also came with two back tops in ok shape.
So what do ya think? I got a red 73 with black and polished 2 liters. Black or chrome


TJ - all 1973 MY 914 2.0's came with the Appearance Group of options - including chrome bumpers, so it's best to keep it that way.
Besides - you'll love the Bling! with the Fuchs 2L alloy wheels! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

You can take that rust-pitted front bumper to a good chrome shop where they can fill them strip the old chrome &do a fresh 3-step re-chrome (copper-nickel-chrome), just get references for a good high quality local chrome shop from local car resto guys/gals.

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post Apr 11 2010, 12:47 AM
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I've had black, body color, and chrome on my 72, and the chrome is best by far. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Apr 11 2010, 01:07 AM
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Chrome bumpers are period correct for the '73 cars. My opinion is chrome
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post Apr 11 2010, 01:30 AM
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i was given a front chromy and a back that was painted metallic silver, i like the silver if a chomy isn't available or funds are restricted.
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post Apr 11 2010, 01:44 PM
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I know it isn't right, but I don't like chrome on these cars.

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post Apr 11 2010, 02:17 PM
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post Apr 11 2010, 02:22 PM
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I love black (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)


I think the chrome bumper especially on the back makes the sight line....especialy on the 73...course I am biased...I have a 73....
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post Apr 11 2010, 03:52 PM
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Depends on how straight the chrome is... it shows...
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post Apr 11 2010, 04:20 PM
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Depends on how straight the chrome is... it shows...


I agree...I had my straightened and then rechromed...made all the difference in the world
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post Apr 11 2010, 07:18 PM
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I voted black becuase I think sports cars look better with no chrome. Chrome reminds me of old hot rods & classic cruisers.
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post Apr 11 2010, 08:31 PM
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chrome for sure
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post Apr 11 2010, 11:23 PM
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Thanks guys. I really like both looks. I'll have to see how much re-chroming the front and back will run me. I need to find a good chrome shop here in San Antonio.
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post Apr 12 2010, 08:58 AM
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chrome (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Apr 12 2010, 03:04 PM
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post Apr 12 2010, 06:23 PM
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Mark, you're fired.

I voted body colour. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Apr 12 2010, 06:44 PM
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Mark, you're fired.

I voted body colour. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


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My car is in the paint shop right now getting body color bumpers, along with body color fenders, doors, targa bar, hoods, etc.
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post Apr 12 2010, 09:41 PM
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I really think it depends on the color of the car.
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post Apr 12 2010, 09:47 PM
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QUOTE(djporsche @ Apr 12 2010, 12:23 AM) *

Thanks guys. I really like both looks. I'll have to see how much re-chroming the front and back will run me. I need to find a good chrome shop here in San Antonio.


Hey TJ, I voted chrome. If you find a quality chrome shop in SA, let me know. My rear bumper was painted black and it needs help.

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