Arbee
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Thanks bud! Still working on a few things small changes! Will share in due course!
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Arbee's 2008 VW Golf MKV GTI
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AshG108
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huba huba!!Should have asked for a Million $$
Got me some replica Akrapovic tailpipes, same style as the 8R Golf.
Looks tops brother! Its perfect!
Arbee
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Not much to report on, the Golf has been doing its duties and im enjoying every moment of it. Feel like a 21 year old driving this car. I love it.
Some reels created by a talented man for you to enjoy!
You might notice that i have now blacked out the side mirror indicators, got some sequentials in since they were blacked out. Also added some new globes which if you look at the high beams, they give a nice blue tinge to the headlight. Bonus mod!
I also acquired a set of MK7 Clubsport 18 inch wheels as the daily wheels. I was looking for a set of 18s to use daily and something to have for when i want to go have fun on track. Plus, they came in handy now that ive decided to do the color change on the BBS CH. I have also acquired another set of 19s which im really excited to own and once they are refurbed ill have them as the show wheels. The BBS will be kept away as they are a favorite of mine!
Loaded and dropped off at Xpressrims for color change
Some reels created by a talented man for you to enjoy!
You might notice that i have now blacked out the side mirror indicators, got some sequentials in since they were blacked out. Also added some new globes which if you look at the high beams, they give a nice blue tinge to the headlight. Bonus mod!
I also acquired a set of MK7 Clubsport 18 inch wheels as the daily wheels. I was looking for a set of 18s to use daily and something to have for when i want to go have fun on track. Plus, they came in handy now that ive decided to do the color change on the BBS CH. I have also acquired another set of 19s which im really excited to own and once they are refurbed ill have them as the show wheels. The BBS will be kept away as they are a favorite of mine!
Loaded and dropped off at Xpressrims for color change
Arbee
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In the last 6 months or so, a Saffa opened up a wheel repair shop in Dubai and i have been meaning to get the BBS wheels painted a lighter colour. The reason for me purchasing a second set of wheels was so i have the flexibility of changing the wheels to keep me mobile (especially now that the M3 is sitting at a showroom for sale) - i cannot have a car down.
Anyways, 2 weeks ago i dropped off my set of black BBS CH wheels at Xpress Rim Repair in Dubai and told them take their time as i wanted to rock the Clubsport wheels for a bit. The next day, i got pics of the wheels x-ray'd and given the thumbs up. Then a day later, i got pics of them paint stripped and primered. A day later, powder coated and then the lip was diamond cut. The next day, clear was layed and the wheels were done.
Excited much saw me take the day off from work and drive to Dubai to get them fitted.
What you think?
Opted for a Porsche wheel color, with a slight twist to the undertones and made them satin finish instead of gloss. I didnt expect this to turn out this good...
Anyways, 2 weeks ago i dropped off my set of black BBS CH wheels at Xpress Rim Repair in Dubai and told them take their time as i wanted to rock the Clubsport wheels for a bit. The next day, i got pics of the wheels x-ray'd and given the thumbs up. Then a day later, i got pics of them paint stripped and primered. A day later, powder coated and then the lip was diamond cut. The next day, clear was layed and the wheels were done.
Excited much saw me take the day off from work and drive to Dubai to get them fitted.
What you think?
Opted for a Porsche wheel color, with a slight twist to the undertones and made them satin finish instead of gloss. I didnt expect this to turn out this good...
r0ckf1re
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In the last 6 months or so, a Saffa opened up a wheel repair shop in Dubai and i have been meaning to get the BBS wheels painted a lighter colour. The reason for me purchasing a second set of wheels was so i have the flexibility of changing the wheels to keep me mobile (especially now that the M3 is sitting at a showroom for sale) - i cannot have a car down.
Anyways, 2 weeks ago i dropped off my set of black BBS CH wheels at Xpress Rim Repair in Dubai and told them take their time as i wanted to rock the Clubsport wheels for a bit. The next day, i got pics of the wheels x-ray'd and given the thumbs up. Then a day later, i got pics of them paint stripped and primered. A day later, powder coated and then the lip was diamond cut. The next day, clear was layed and the wheels were done.
Excited much saw me take the day off from work and drive to Dubai to get them fitted.
What you think?
Opted for a Porsche wheel color, with a slight twist to the undertones and made them satin finish instead of gloss. I didnt expect this to turn out this good...
Absolutely stunning brother !
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///M Individual
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Looks beautiful bud!
Great choice.
Sad to read the M3 is for sale.
Great choice.
Sad to read the M3 is for sale.
Arbee
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Thanks bru!
And the brake calipers.
AshG108
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Ja them too...oops!
Arbee
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Been a while! Lots has happened... Some not so noticeable but really important!
I have been noticing white smoke on pull away for a few weeks and with the car nearing 220k km, Tazo advised to get the turbo checked. Being the daily, i didn't want too much downtime i bought a stock turbo and just got it replaced.
At the same time, Tazo noticed an oil leak at the oil filter housing and a water leak near the heater core.
Got all that done at the same time. No pics to show though!
So while the car was at Tazo getting these items looked at, Tazo installed the new Valeo tail-lights and a new third brake light. The old one had some dead globes and dirt inside, so we opted to just get a new one!
You may notice a sneaky something in the boot...
Yes!! While the car was at Tazo, Airlift was commissioned and the boot setup done too. This is Tazos work, i left the car and when he asked me what did i want in the boot setup i said, "Surprise Me!" and boy did he do just that...
I have been noticing white smoke on pull away for a few weeks and with the car nearing 220k km, Tazo advised to get the turbo checked. Being the daily, i didn't want too much downtime i bought a stock turbo and just got it replaced.
At the same time, Tazo noticed an oil leak at the oil filter housing and a water leak near the heater core.
Got all that done at the same time. No pics to show though!
So while the car was at Tazo getting these items looked at, Tazo installed the new Valeo tail-lights and a new third brake light. The old one had some dead globes and dirt inside, so we opted to just get a new one!
You may notice a sneaky something in the boot...
Yes!! While the car was at Tazo, Airlift was commissioned and the boot setup done too. This is Tazos work, i left the car and when he asked me what did i want in the boot setup i said, "Surprise Me!" and boy did he do just that...
///M Individual
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Incredible updates as always! Like how he incorporated the GTI fabric in the setup.
AshG108
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As if this car could not get any better ... it just did. While I was reading your last post with the photoshoot, i was just going to say that the first pic from the back makes the car look high still and the M on air doesnt help the cause either. But now...you did exactly was I was hoping for, the GTi is complete now from outside.Been a while! Lots has happened... Some not so noticeable but really important!
I have been noticing white smoke on pull away for a few weeks and with the car nearing 220k km, Tazo advised to get the turbo checked. Being the daily, i didn't want too much downtime i bought a stock turbo and just got it replaced.
At the same time, Tazo noticed an oil leak at the oil filter housing and a water leak near the heater core.
Got all that done at the same time. No pics to show though!
So while the car was at Tazo getting these items looked at, Tazo installed the new Valeo tail-lights and a new third brake light. The old one had some dead globes and dirt inside, so we opted to just get a new one!
You may notice a sneaky something in the boot...
Yes!! While the car was at Tazo, Airlift was commissioned and the boot setup done too. This is Tazos work, i left the car and when he asked me what did i want in the boot setup i said, "Surprise Me!" and boy did he do just that...
Arbee
Honorary ///Member
Thanks Ash, yeah the Golf on the coilovers was still sitting too high compared to the M on Air.
Theres a few more items i have coming soon! Stay tuned!!
Absolutely stunning.
As always, things done to perfection
As always, things done to perfection
Arbee
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Thanks!
The GTI fabric is all part of the bigger plan... hint hint...
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