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ponycrusher21 · 10-29-2008, 02:26 PM

there is hardly any, if there even is any chrome trim in this car so why put the chrome trim on the tail lights?

This is one of the only things i don't like about this car. i mean it just doesn't match. EVERYTHING ELSE IS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME THOUGH!!!

don't get me wrong

SSOOCH · 10-29-2008, 02:28 PM

The chrome trim only comes on the RS model. Don't get the RS model. Problem solved.

Jamestwilliams · 10-29-2008, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ponycrusher21

there is hardly any, if there even is any chrome trim in this car so why put the chrome trim on the tail lights?

This is one of the only things i don't like about this car. i mean it just doesn't match. EVERYTHING ELSE IS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME THOUGH!!!

don't get me wrong

This is a joke right?
Your are joking aren't you, please just tell me you're joking.
The matt grey plastic surounds they had looked chintzy the chrome adds a nice highlight while not being gawdy.

Jamestwilliams · 10-29-2008, 02:33 PM

Now if only the tack and speedo faces and surrounds were chrome (kind of like the concept) by the way this is not a complaint it's just wishful thinking.

ponycrusher21 · 10-29-2008, 02:35 PM

i figured something like this would make more sense... with lights .....

no trim at all

ponycrusher21 · 10-29-2008, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamestwilliams

Now if only the tack and speedo faces and surrounds were chrome (kind of like the concept) by the way this is not a complaint it's just wishful thinking.

me too

lalometalik · 10-29-2008, 02:36 PM

i think its a nice contrast to what will be a darker tail light on the RS

*Mr. Wyndham* · 10-29-2008, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by SSOOCH

The chrome trim only comes on the RS model. Don't get the RS model. Problem solved.

I don't believe that's the case.
The Silver SS at Indy had chrome bezels around the taillights, and it was not RS-equipped. I've also been led to believe that the LS, and LT models will also get the chrome treatment.

I like them, personally -- I felt everything fit together well, and the chrome bezels were a good way to separate the lights from the body panel, providing some contrast and depth. They could have put nothing, or maybe even the gunmetal plastic (see: guage surrounds) from the interior...but I don't think it would have looked half as impressive. And as far as no other chrome on the car...there's chrome-outlined bowties, chrome surrounding the RS and SS badging, and a few chrome touches on the interior like the stereo, and SS badging, etc. There's very little chrome used on this car, true, but the little that was used all in the right places, imo.

*Camaro_Corvette* · 10-29-2008, 03:01 PM

The only thing I don't like about them is when i go to wash and detail the car, but it wouldn't matter if the chrome rings were there or not It's still gonna happen. I just know that water is gonna be there, and after i get the whole car dried off there is going to be a little tiny leak going down the back of my black camaro. 4 Times. It's gonna suck, but i'm just gonna have to deal with it.

*radz28* · 10-29-2008, 03:04 PM

Yes, the depth. Good point.

I hadn't thought about the clean-up after a wash though. That's a good point too, LOL. I think it's worth it though, because they don't stand out like a sore thumb and are pretty tasteful, IMVHO.

TJ91 · 10-29-2008, 03:04 PM

I like them, but i want them painted in black chrome, ive seen pics with ivers running around without the trim and it looked great, Black Chrome is on the To-DO list for me however the chrome trim does give a nice contrast
Dragoneye always chimes in with the best answers and just have away of getting your respect because they are respectful!

Sizzox · 10-29-2008, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro_corvette

The only thing I don't like about them is when i go to wash and detail the car, but it wouldn't matter if the chrome rings were there or not It's still gonna happen. I just know that water is gonna be there, and after i get the whole car dried off there is going to be a little tiny leak going down the back of my black camaro. 4 Times. It's gonna suck, but i'm just gonna have to deal with it.

I always dry my car off and i live on a state route so i go out and get up some speed then turn around in a drive way then back to my house and dry off any where the water leaked out of asap. Then next time i leave i dont have to worry about water spots from inside the mirrors or anything but if you live in the city where the limit is 25 or alot of cars that might be hard to do.

TJ91 · 10-29-2008, 03:24 PM

Reguardless if your in the city or not, that always works for me on the bike and any of the cars, the bumps help get the water out really well, but if its dusty for whatever reason and the water is there, it kinda sticks a bit. Its alot more fun on the bike though

The only thing that kinda bothers me is how the trunk lid and the rear quarterpanels have a different line that cuts the trim, its not that bad, but it is kinda noticable

Rodrunner · 10-29-2008, 07:24 PM

Pretty minor detail, guys. Let it go. Chrome is fine.

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10-29-2008, 02:26 PM	#1
ponycrusher21 Christopher Fernandez Drives: Toyota Prius Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nashville, Tn Posts: 372	why the chrome trim? there is hardly any, if there even is any chrome trim in this car so why put the chrome trim on the tail lights? This is one of the only things i don't like about this car. i mean it just doesn't match. EVERYTHING ELSE IS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME THOUGH!!! don't get me wrong Attached Images

10-29-2008, 02:35 PM	#5
ponycrusher21 Christopher Fernandez Drives: Toyota Prius Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nashville, Tn Posts: 372	i figured something like this would make more sense... with lights ..... no trim at all Attached Images

10-29-2008, 02:36 PM	#7
lalometalik killer bAnana Drives: 1985 z28 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carson, CA Posts: 694	i think its a nice contrast to what will be a darker tail light on the RS __________________ "Shut your noise tube, Taco Human!"

10-29-2008, 03:01 PM	#9
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,709 View My Garage	The only thing I don't like about them is when i go to wash and detail the car, but it wouldn't matter if the chrome rings were there or not It's still gonna happen. I just know that water is gonna be there, and after i get the whole car dried off there is going to be a little tiny leak going down the back of my black camaro. 4 Times. It's gonna suck, but i'm just gonna have to deal with it. __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

10-29-2008, 03:04 PM	#10
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,186 View My Garage	Yes, the depth. Good point. I hadn't thought about the clean-up after a wash though. That's a good point too, LOL. I think it's worth it though, because they don't stand out like a sore thumb and are pretty tasteful, IMVHO. __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

10-29-2008, 02:28 PM	#2
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,358 View My Garage	The chrome trim only comes on the RS model. Don't get the RS model. Problem solved.

10-29-2008, 02:33 PM	#4
Jamestwilliams junior member Drives: Grand Am Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: canada Posts: 534	Now if only the tack and speedo faces and surrounds were chrome (kind of like the concept) by the way this is not a complaint it's just wishful thinking.

10-29-2008, 03:04 PM	#11
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	I like them, but i want them painted in black chrome, ive seen pics with ivers running around without the trim and it looked great, Black Chrome is on the To-DO list for me however the chrome trim does give a nice contrast Dragoneye always chimes in with the best answers and just have away of getting your respect because they are respectful!

10-29-2008, 03:24 PM	#13
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	Reguardless if your in the city or not, that always works for me on the bike and any of the cars, the bumps help get the water out really well, but if its dusty for whatever reason and the water is there, it kinda sticks a bit. Its alot more fun on the bike though The only thing that kinda bothers me is how the trunk lid and the rear quarterpanels have a different line that cuts the trim, its not that bad, but it is kinda noticable

10-29-2008, 07:24 PM	#14
Rodrunner Senior Member Drives: 2010 SS/RS, '06 350Z Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: So. Maryland Posts: 2,333	Pretty minor detail, guys. Let it go. Chrome is fine. 2SS/RS Black/Black w-Cyber Gray stripes/Auto ordered-10/18/08

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