Am I the only one who likes to roll in a pretty much stock G?
I'll disagree with that point, Fab, respectively though.
I think the ones that have posted images, including myself, and are talking about a clean look are in the category that we don't like driving around in a factory G. So we're just justifying what we like over a factory body, be it aggressive, clean, or over the top. I don't see any harm in that.
Then again, if I were driving in a factory G, then I probably wouldn't have bothered to do any research about my car, hence not discovering this forum or the wolves over at my350z.
I think the ones that have posted images, including myself, and are talking about a clean look are in the category that we don't like driving around in a factory G. So we're just justifying what we like over a factory body, be it aggressive, clean, or over the top. I don't see any harm in that.
Then again, if I were driving in a factory G, then I probably wouldn't have bothered to do any research about my car, hence not discovering this forum or the wolves over at my350z.
That's perfect! I prefer my OE 06 Sport front though. What size spacers is he running?
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I'm planning on staying pretty stock. I like the clean classy look. I've already clipped my car once getting into parking lots around here, so lowering it is a no go. Most exterior mods are pretty ugly on the car to me.
You'll find that the primarily the only people that claim the G NEEDS to be lowered, or needs wheels, needs, x,y,z, etc. Are people from Texas, Florida, and California. Just about Everyone else appreciates the G for what it is. I still get compliments almost daily on my near Stock 05 OB G. Does that mean I have no plans on changing things up? Absolutely not. I'm always looking at new ideas, and as time goes on, I'll continue to change things up in ways that make sense. At this point, amongst this forums members... if you have a stock G, you have the most modded vehicle of all, as just about everyone else has already added Clear corners, lowered the suspension, added different wheels, added lips, debadged, etc. to the point that there "G's" really aren't G's at all.
And on a side note... is it any wonder the state with probably the worst financial situation in all of the US has the most members with modded G's and are the strongest advocates for modding? Fiscal responsibility isn't exactly a strong point for the Western portion of the United States. I'm all for customizing and making something your own, but far to often people throw common sense to the wind.
And on a side note... is it any wonder the state with probably the worst financial situation in all of the US has the most members with modded G's and are the strongest advocates for modding? Fiscal responsibility isn't exactly a strong point for the Western portion of the United States. I'm all for customizing and making something your own, but far to often people throw common sense to the wind.
Although I'm happy with the look I have achieved with my G, I def appreciate the clean look I used to have a few years ago:
However, as the years go by, and you start getting bored with your car, the best way to refresh your appreciation for it is by modding it every once in a while.
However, as the years go by, and you start getting bored with your car, the best way to refresh your appreciation for it is by modding it every once in a while.
I don't agree with that.. I have nismo front and sides, so would I be considered stock?? I don't think so, most people can't differentiate between an aftermarket nismo bumper and some other brand, say Greddy.. Therefore I'd say both are aftermarket, not stock/oem..
How often do you think it snows in Southern California or Florida. The perks for those who live in temperate climates.
You'll find that the primarily the only people that claim the G NEEDS to be lowered, or needs wheels, needs, x,y,z, etc. Are people from Texas, Florida, and California. Just about Everyone else appreciates the G for what it is. I still get compliments almost daily on my near Stock 05 OB G.
Now, it's all about classy and clean. I think it's the East Coast that's barely catching onto the scene. West Coast are the trend setter.
You'll find that the primarily the only people that claim the G NEEDS to be lowered, or needs wheels, needs, x,y,z, etc. Are people from Texas, Florida, and California. Just about Everyone else appreciates the G for what it is. I still get compliments almost daily on my near Stock 05 OB G. Does that mean I have no plans on changing things up? Absolutely not. I'm always looking at new ideas, and as time goes on, I'll continue to change things up in ways that make sense. At this point, amongst this forums members... if you have a stock G, you have the most modded vehicle of all, as just about everyone else has already added Clear corners, lowered the suspension, added different wheels, added lips, debadged, etc. to the point that there "G's" really aren't G's at all.
And on a side note... is it any wonder the state with probably the worst financial situation in all of the US has the most members with modded G's and are the strongest advocates for modding? Fiscal responsibility isn't exactly a strong point for the Western portion of the United States. I'm all for customizing and making something your own, but far to often people throw common sense to the wind.
And on a side note... is it any wonder the state with probably the worst financial situation in all of the US has the most members with modded G's and are the strongest advocates for modding? Fiscal responsibility isn't exactly a strong point for the Western portion of the United States. I'm all for customizing and making something your own, but far to often people throw common sense to the wind.
. So you're saying those of us that live in the states you listed, don't appreciate our cars? I don't know what state you live in, but if you're not in those three states, chances are your G is a fairly rare sight. Over here in Cali, you see multiple G's on a daily basis. So in order for those of us that want to stand out a little, we mod our cars, which is why our states contain the most modded G's (in terms of quantity). Odds are, a stock G won't get compliments over here, unless it's by some person who doesn't know much about cars. It's only your opinion if you think that our modded G's "really aren't G's at all" anymore, and that your "near stock" G is. I'm sure there's someone out there with a completely stock G that thinks the same about yours.
As for your side note, I paid in full for my car and all my mods in cash, pay all the taxes they throw at us, and will soon be investing in property. So I think I've got my responsibilities in line.
Yea, your car is pretty much as OEM as it can get. 
I'm starting to like the clean look more and more now too, especially looking at Harvey's car when he used to have his T1S.
This is a perfect clean look. Unfortunately, my car is past that point. Its no longer just clean looking, more of a love or hate thing now. People either love it, or hate it.
And then there is always Kevin's car, best example of a clean OEM look with just a front bumper and wheel spacers on OEM Rays. This set up looks like it should have came from the factory like this.
I'm starting to like the clean look more and more now too, especially looking at Harvey's car when he used to have his T1S.
This is a perfect clean look. Unfortunately, my car is past that point. Its no longer just clean looking, more of a love or hate thing now. People either love it, or hate it.
And then there is always Kevin's car, best example of a clean OEM look with just a front bumper and wheel spacers on OEM Rays. This set up looks like it should have came from the factory like this.
very true.
