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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 06:22 PM
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Not sure if many of you remember me or not, but my name is Quinton. I had an '02 Blue X-Type with a full mina kit which ended up being totaled and ended up getting an '04 X-Type in white after that which I ended up just doing a few small mods to.. Wheels, touch screen, HIDs, LED conversion. Anyway, I was basically just coming to show you all what I have been up to..

After I got rid of my X-Type, I drove around in my mom's Yukon for a while, until I really set sail on what I wanted to get. I got a 2005 Super Black 350Z Touring edition M/T. My first mod was swapping my touch screen over, then getting rid of the awful OEM antenna, then some 5% window tint. After that, I bought a set of Avant Garde M310 wheels in Hyper silver which set me back about $1200. The sizes are 19x9.5 in the front and 19x11 in the rear. It took me a while, but I finally ended up buying some coilovers and a camber correction kit, then the day came to buy my tires and get my fenders rolled. So here are some pictures which I hope you can enjoy! And Exepat, you're the reason I like to be low. So I hope you're proud of me











































Just wanted to let you all know that I haven't forgotten about you! Thanks for reading!!
 
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 06:44 PM
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Beautiful job.
What a difference the new wheels make. The casting quality and finish on those Avant Garde rims is fantastic.

Graham
 
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 08:16 PM
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Quinton, Graham puts it very well, Love the ride it looks awesome, low black n mean.

Its great that you dropped by with this info, and hopefully you'll keep in touch. Don't be a stranger as you'll always have a home here no matter what you drive.

Good luck with your new ride
 
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 09:02 PM
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Wow, that Z is gorgeous.
I'm not even a fan of big wheels, but those Avant Garde wheels are striking.
They kind of emulate the old BBS lace style, but with a modern approach.
Big improvement over the stock setup, a very custom, one of a kind look.

I've come close to buying the sister car, a G35 coupe, a couple of times.

I take it you park the Z come winter time?
 
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 10:51 PM
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That is very very well done. I'm impressed
 
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 04:33 AM
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Good job
 
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Old Aug 16, 2012 | 07:50 AM
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Thanks for the nice compliments, everyone!

Originally Posted by JimC64


Quinton, Graham puts it very well, Love the ride it looks awesome, low black n mean.

Its great that you dropped by with this info, and hopefully you'll keep in touch. Don't be a stranger as you'll always have a home here no matter what you drive.

Good luck with your new ride
Thanks a ton, I'm now a member on my350z and you wouldn't believe the difference in people. Everyone over there is so cocky and arrogant. However here, it seems like the people are a bit more down to earth and friendly.


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Wow, that Z is gorgeous.
I'm not even a fan of big wheels, but those Avant Garde wheels are striking.
They kind of emulate the old BBS lace style, but with a modern approach.
Big improvement over the stock setup, a very custom, one of a kind look.

I've come close to buying the sister car, a G35 coupe, a couple of times.

I take it you park the Z come winter time?
G35s are VERY nice! If you're looking for a fun car to drive, they're definitely a blast And yeah, It will be parked in the garage alongside mom's camaro when the snow starts falling. But when there's no snow it will still see some pavement.
 
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 01:25 AM
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Beautiful!

(If you "de-badge" it, and add a Leaper to the hood, you could drive everyone insane)
 
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Old Aug 17, 2012 | 10:16 AM
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The 350z looks great! I know they are common, but that is sleek and not overdone like most modded ones. Thumbs up!

I like the pic at the gas station. Great job once again and welcome back.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2012 | 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by fabfive
The 350z looks great! I know they are common, but that is sleek and not overdone like most modded ones. Thumbs up!

I like the pic at the gas station. Great job once again and welcome back.
Thanks! Not trying to gravedig or anything, but here is a bit of an update on the car.
I just recently got an HKS exhaust, and I am now saving up more money for the car Also planning on getting a few things from the girlfriend for christmas (hopefully) for the Z! I plan to actually go with some more stretch on the tires and then lowering the car even more! I know, I'm nuts! But I am also in the process of buying the car off

Anyway, here is a short video of the Z! Enjoy!!
 
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Old Sep 30, 2012 | 07:59 PM
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nice ride. have friend that has the 2007 convertible 350Z he has tricked out. they are nice cars!
 
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