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    05-31-2012 04:00 AM #1
    Hey guys, Just got my 04 gli about a month ago heres a few pics, let me know if you have any feedback thanks!

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    Different front grill
    Different wheels
    Holes in front bumper
    No cheater low pics.

    When did gli's come in white? Or is it resprayed/wrapped?

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    05-31-2012 10:22 AM #3
    Welcome!

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    05-31-2012 12:31 PM #4
    Quote Originally Posted by 87vr6 View Post
    Different front grill
    Different wheels
    Holes in front bumper
    No cheater low pics.

    When did gli's come in white? Or is it resprayed/wrapped?
    whats wrong with the wheels? I havent seen a single VW with these wheels
    what grille would you recommend?

    my gli was black then had a front end accident so i repainted it alphine white

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    05-31-2012 01:21 PM #5
    Quote Originally Posted by 87vr6 View Post
    Different front grill
    Different wheels
    Holes in front bumper
    No cheater low pics.

    When did gli's come in white? Or is it resprayed/wrapped?
    Couldnt agree more. First step would be get a new badgeless grill (not mesh) and get the holes filled and painted white at the same time, then it will look sweet.

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    05-31-2012 02:11 PM #6
    guess its not good enough for this forum, but i personaly think its sharp as ****... its your car dude. you pay for it, your work on it, all that should matter is that you like it... bozer hood looks amazing! i dont see a problem with the wheels, the only thing i would worry about it the holes in the front bumper. but do what you do! welcome!

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    05-31-2012 04:38 PM #7
    Thanks for the feedback I just got this car about 2 months ago so im still working on it, it looked way worse when i just got it, anyone here from norcal?

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    05-31-2012 04:41 PM #8
    Quote Originally Posted by BRANT#2766 View Post
    guess its not good enough for this forum
    He asked for feedback, so it was given.

    I agree with the others.
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    05-31-2012 05:31 PM #9
    I like the black and white theme. Though I agree with a new grille asap (like this one: http://i48.tinypic.com/2dcijv8.jpg). Overall design of the wheels isn't bad, but the chrome lip just looks kinds of off with everything else being black and white.

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    05-31-2012 05:35 PM #10
    Quote Originally Posted by Maxx726 View Post
    whats wrong with the wheels? I havent seen a single VW with these wheels
    what grille would you recommend?

    my gli was black then had a front end accident so i repainted it alphine white
    The wheels? Black with a chrome/polished lip died a few years ago. There are many many more inspiring designs/styles to go with now a days. And plenty of people have black bbs style mesh wheels.

    For grill this would look much cleaner:
    http://www.tmtuning.com/HOME/catalog...t_product=1271

    or the JOM badgeless..


    And for the record, I like that you weren't afraid to paint your "special" car another color, it looks good. I'm partial to white jettas...

    My old car:


    Quote Originally Posted by BRANT#2766 View Post
    guess its not good enough for this forum
    Like already said, he asked for feedback, not everyone to kiss his ass and say how much they like everything on his car even if they don't.

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    05-31-2012 06:02 PM #11
    Quote Originally Posted by Mr Marbles TI View Post
    I like the black and white theme. Though I agree with a new grille asap (like this one: http://i48.tinypic.com/2dcijv8.jpg). Overall design of the wheels isn't bad, but the chrome lip just looks kinds of off with everything else being black and white.

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    very clean jetta in that pic, i like the grille think thats what im going to go for. thanks




    Quote Originally Posted by 87vr6 View Post
    The wheels? Black with a chrome/polished lip died a few years ago. There are many many more inspiring designs/styles to go with now a days. And plenty of people have black bbs style mesh wheels.

    For grill this would look much cleaner:
    http://www.tmtuning.com/HOME/catalog...t_product=1271

    or the JOM badgeless..


    And for the record, I like that you weren't afraid to paint your "special" car another color, it looks good. I'm partial to white jettas...

    My old car:




    Like already said, he asked for feedback, not everyone to kiss his ass and say how much they like everything on his car even if they don't.

    I dont know I really like the rims I think they look really clean and nothing too funky/expensive.

    I will most likely go for the JOM badgeless looks really good, its funny that my gli is white everytime i see anther jetta roll up they ask me if its a GLI or not

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    05-31-2012 06:03 PM #12
    Cool, welcome...

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    05-31-2012 06:05 PM #13
    Or this grill:

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    05-31-2012 06:30 PM #14
    Quote Originally Posted by 87vr6 View Post
    Or this grill:

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    05-31-2012 09:01 PM #15
    87vr6,

    What front lip are you running on that jetta?

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    05-31-2012 09:50 PM #16
    Quote Originally Posted by vwMike2288 View Post
    87vr6,

    What front lip are you running on that jetta?
    The factory non special one. Smoothed and painted to match.

    http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-...ance/ES313156/

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    05-31-2012 10:11 PM #17
    Looks alot better color matched

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    06-01-2012 02:58 AM #18
    is there any good springs that wont make my car rough? or coilovers is my best option?

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    06-01-2012 03:03 AM #19
    Quote Originally Posted by Maxx726 View Post
    is there any good springs that wont make my car rough? or coilovers is my best option?
    Depends on what your budget is and what you consider rough. If you have money to spend and like nice things, I HIGHLY recommend B&G coilovers. You can make them butter smooth or rock solid, it's up to you. The only springs I can talk about with experience aren't made anymore...

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    06-01-2012 12:03 PM #21
    Quote Originally Posted by 87vr6 View Post
    Depends on what your budget is and what you consider rough. If you have money to spend and like nice things, I HIGHLY recommend B&G coilovers. You can make them butter smooth or rock solid, it's up to you. The only springs I can talk about with experience aren't made anymore...
    Anything as cheap as possible lol, I used to have H&R lowering springs and the ride was so rough I had to switch back to stock before it ruined my shocks I cant afford full coilovers right now but maybe theres some nice springs for a decent price that will do the job?

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    06-01-2012 12:04 PM #22
    Quote Originally Posted by Hladas View Post
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    nice jetta, not a big fan of those headlights though

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    06-01-2012 12:16 PM #23
    Quote Originally Posted by Maxx726 View Post
    nice jetta, not a big fan of those headlights though
    I've headlights about half a year and I want back the original with xenon. In Czech republic has this light more people

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    06-01-2012 02:25 PM #24
    Quote Originally Posted by Hladas View Post
    I've headlights about half a year and I want back the original with xenon. In Czech republic has this light more people
    I see those will look better IMO pretty unique color of ur car too

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    06-01-2012 02:32 PM #25
    Quote Originally Posted by Maxx726 View Post
    I see those will look better IMO pretty unique color of ur car too
    Thanks, but I've a long hours work than I do US version from my Bora...your jetta look very good

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    06-01-2012 05:37 PM #26
    Quote Originally Posted by Hladas View Post
    Thanks, but I've a long hours work than I do US version from my Bora...your jetta look very good
    thanks man! still working on it. thinking about selling it and getting an audi lol

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    06-01-2012 07:47 PM #27
    if you're set on going with springs, i would recommend eibach pro kit

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    06-02-2012 03:30 AM #28
    Quote Originally Posted by mwedwards View Post
    if you're set on going with springs, i would recommend eibach pro kit
    Ive read that if i put those springs on my stock shofts it would be a jumpy ride ov

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