Aero Skirts w/out Front bumper?

[drpaulmarsh]

I just purchased the factory aero skirts for my 99' C2 Coupe. I was wondering if anyone has installed them without the matching front bumper? I would love to preview what my car might look like if you know what I mean...

If you have done this can you send me a photo(s) or possibly a link to your Garage?

If you think that it is going to look completely silly then what do you suggest?

(I live in Southern California: Land of speed bumps, steep driveways and dips in the road. As much as I would love the performance/look of it, I'm sure my car would not like the lower clearance in the front as it would probably get all scrapped up... Not to mention a whole new front bumper appears to be quite expensive)

[X911CarreraX]

The side skirts are going to be lower than your stock bumper, dont really know what it is going to look like. The Aerokit bumper is not lower in the front in my opinion, unless you install the front lip spoiler. i think the most different part of the aerokit bumper and the stock one is the sides of it, they droop down alittle more, matching the side skirts. dont think you would have a problem with a new bumper..

[skymast]

Quite a few people have done the side skirt only approach so I am surprised no one posted a picture.

I dont have a picture but I have seen a few with only the side skirts. I think it looks OK It definitelly accentuates the 'middle' of the car and makes it look more substantial. If you like the side skirt look, then I think you will be happy with it w/ or w/o the aero front bumper.

[drpaulmarsh]

That was my initial thought first . . . & your confirmation makes me feel a little more at ease

Thanks,

Paul

:cheers:

[drpaulmarsh]

Come to think of it... I haven't seen the aero front bumper that will fit the 99's for sale separately. I have seen the GT 2 & 3 bumpers. & I have seen the GT lower lip spoiler add on in Perf Products... Hmmmm, Has anyone seen anything else for sale out there that matches nicely with the rounded flowing aero side skirts?

Paul

[Chronos]

My 996 came equipped with only the side skirts. IMHO they make the car look even more rounded and help make the car appear even lower than it is. Everyone who's seen it remarks at how good they look. You can sort of make them out in my avatar.

At this point I may add an aero front and rear spoiler but I have to admit I'm smitten with the looks of the skirts and the clean lines of the front and rear ends.

Hope this helps!

[alter_schwede]

PHG Automotive

[Nazz]

Here you go.

[drpaulmarsh]

Nazz, you rock! Looks great :clapping:

Thanks...

Paul

Let me know when you get your "My Garage page" up and running, I'd love to see more pics...

[Chronos]

Dr. Paul,

Here's a few shots I took with my camera phone (apologies for the quality)...

[Chronos]

Here's a side view

[Chronos]

Another side view

[Chronos]

Here's a view from the rear 3/4s.

PS Alter_Schwede: I followed your lead with the turbo IIs. I love the look! :cheers:

Edited August 9, 2004 by Chronos

[Hroussard]

Hello,

How can a "import "a picture as a response into this forum. I have a 1999 C2 996 with side skirts only and would like to show you how that looks like.

Please let me know.

Thanks

HarryR

[Loren]

Hello,

How can a "import "a picture as a response into this forum. I have a 1999 C2 996 with side skirts only and would like to show you how that looks like.

Please let me know.

Thanks

HarryR

You can either attach a file using the Browse button at the bottom of the posting page. Regular members are limited to 120k size per post. Or use the IMG button to link to an image offsite (size is not limited).

[Hroussard]

If everything works out, you should see a picture of my 1999 C2 . I have side skirts, no front or rear spoiler.

Enjoy

HarryR