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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 09:27 AM   #1
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To stripe, or not?

Hey people currently in discussion with the vinyl master that is mini pirate about perhaps getting some kind of graphics on my car. I was wondering what other peoples opinions were. I have come from this cooper to the black s?

Do you rekon leave it black or go for the brighter look like on my previous cooper?

Cheers for your thoughts people
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 09:40 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Go for something different (if time and budget allow). Maybe some translucent design, some sort of graphics... As much as I like stripes, it always impresses me when I see MINIs with something 'different' on them, and I'm sure Mr.Pirate will be more than happy to offer feedback and advice too. Be unique!
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 09:42 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Yeah i know what you mean Paul i was after something different, i will have to have a think for some inspiration
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 09:51 AM   #4 (permalink)
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I say go for something, just to make your MINI that little bit more unique and personal
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It looks stunning and very different as it is so I'd add nothing!
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 10:21 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Thanks for the compliments people I know its looking brill at the minute, perhaps a quad spotlamp conversion? i am happy with the power output and dont want to invalidate the warranty, so any suggestions helps keep me sane Interior is also an option
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 10:28 AM   #7 (permalink)
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I would leave it as it is m8, looks very nice.
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Cheers bud its always good to hear opinions, keep them coming guys
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 12:19 PM   #9 (permalink)
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How about your date of birth, or date you first purchased the car or the date you put your first engine modification on, on the roof MCS GP style? or down the door in like a char coal silver colour? or get it rolling roaded and put for example RR-170BHP? they maybe c**p ideas but ideas all the same. lol (i fink the rolling road one is the best though)

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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 12:33 PM   #10 (permalink)
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Mmmm thats certainly something i hadnt thought of so it must be a good idea haha Definately one to consider . Knowing my luck i will go to the RR and i will have a 100BHP haha
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 01:13 PM   #11 (permalink)
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check roof or mirrors

but imho stay all black, and throw your cash at some tail pipes

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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 01:31 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Yeah i would like some tail pipes, i bought some JCW tips but i didnt fancy cutting mine off and welding them on, would rather have the full system? Do you think keep the spotlights?
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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 02:21 PM   #13 (permalink)
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How about some Carbon viper stripes ?? Sort of a subtle look. Maybe a pair of carbon mirror caps as well.

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Old Dec 6th, 2007, 02:35 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Cheers mate Another good idea i wonder if they would be more expensive because they look like carbon
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Nope, I wouldn't put graphics on it, it looks fantastic just like it is; you will need to be very careful not to spoil that wonderful all black look.

The only too mods I would consider are:

1. Get those wheel arches colour keyed black. Yes, I know that sounds mad, but it looks fantastic when the arches are matching gloss black.

2. I've never been a fan of the tiny standard spots If you're going to have spots, have something a little more interesting....


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Old Dec 12th, 2007, 04:05 PM   #16 (permalink)
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go for viper stripes - i got pepper white Cooper with black viper stripes and I love them.
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I'd definitely keep the all black look. Go for some colour coding on the arches maybe?
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Old Dec 14th, 2007, 07:33 AM   #18 (permalink)
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Cheers for the cooments again guys . Colour coded arches did cross my mind, as did removing the spots from the front? I do like the chrome that the spots give at the front but it might look "meaner" without them?
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