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Old Jul 10, 2014 | 09:26 PM
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Listen, all you guys who didn't opt for it...it's ok to justify it by saying its very easy to open & close. I agree but those of us who did opt for it wanted it because it's even easier & it also looks good while we're doing it.
You tell 'em...not quite sure I understand all the hostility...either you want the option or your don't...sort of like either you want the car or you don't.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 10:09 AM
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Okay, Next: Who ordered the carbon fibre engine cover?
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 10:12 AM
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More importantly who ordered the carbon fiber rear diffuser?!
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 11:20 AM
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I do remember asking about anyone ordering carbon fiber in another thread. I don't think anyone has. I bet it would look good though. I also don't think there is pricing for the carbon accessories on the website either.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 11:36 AM
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I do remember asking about anyone ordering carbon fiber in another thread. I don't think anyone has. I bet it would look good though. I also don't think there is pricing for the carbon accessories on the website either...
I love them both...just scared to ask the price,lol!
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by buickfunnycar.com
I love them both...just scared to ask the price,lol!
You're not alone. Lol
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 10:42 PM
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The carbon fiber engine cover is $3000, the front splitter is $3250, the rear diffuser is $3250 and the mirror covers are $520 each (x2)

I wanted the rear diffuser but it is for the v6 models only.
 
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 11:10 PM
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Thanks for posting that info...just slightly out of my range at the moment!
The rear diffuser is the only item I'd be interested in...
 
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Old Jul 12, 2014 | 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by another_geek
The carbon fiber engine cover is $3000, the front splitter is $3250, the rear diffuser is $3250 and the mirror covers are $520 each (x2)

I wanted the rear diffuser but it is for the v6 models only.
Whoa! Way too much for those carbon pieces IMO.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2014 | 11:08 AM
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Plus, the only person who will get to look at the engine cover is the mechanic...
 
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Old Feb 13, 2015 | 09:01 PM
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Originally Posted by another_geek
The carbon fiber engine cover is $3000, the front splitter is $3250, the rear diffuser is $3250 and the mirror covers are $520 each (x2)

I wanted the rear diffuser but it is for the v6 models only.
Damn that a lot of money for the diffuser. I have been looking through these forums to see a pic of it and find out the price. I don't think I'm gonna spend that much $ on it though.
 
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Old Feb 13, 2015 | 09:20 PM
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Lower tailgate is awesome. I use I every time I go to dry cleaner. I open it, they take the dry cleaning bag and put the cleaned clothes in the trunk and then I shut it with the switch. No need to get out. And no fingerprints on bootlid.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 12:13 AM
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I can sort of understand the power tailgate as sometimes your hands are full and you can simply press a button. My 11 year old Chrysler Pacifica and my Buick Enclave both have it, and it comes in handy. Would someone please explain to me the necessity of power A/C vents, for the life of me, I don't understand what Jaguar was thinking?! Just another motor destined to fail in the long run.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 02:27 AM
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I can sort of understand the power tailgate as sometimes your hands are full and you can simply press a button. My 11 year old Chrysler Pacifica and my Buick Enclave both have it, and it comes in handy. Would someone please explain to me the necessity of power A/C vents, for the life of me, I don't understand what Jaguar was thinking?! Just another motor destined to fail in the long run.
True, but it is cool.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 02:55 AM
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I use mine all the time, fantastic option, looks cool as well.

I've said this before and I will say it again ... What these cars are really missing are Soft close doors!!! Or is it just my car that needs the doors slamming?
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 04:54 AM
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Originally Posted by AnD3rew
True, but it is cool.
Try getting parts for it in 25 years.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 05:14 AM
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Well I doubt I will own it in 25 years, but if it is a sought after car then, no doubt someone will be selling them, or by then maybe we will just 3D print the parts.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Trance raver
I use mine all the time, fantastic option, looks cool as well. I've said this before and I will say it again ... What these cars are really missing are Soft close doors!!! Or is it just my car that needs the doors slamming?
Agree. That would be a good feature.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 05:56 AM
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Originally Posted by F-typical
Power Tailgate - Why?
That's like asking why a dog licks its ***** - BECAUSE IT CAN!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2015 | 06:00 AM
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I think its now rolled in with the premium/vision pack for US MY2016 so may be harder to avoid if you want any of those features.
 
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