Gauging Interest: Authentic JDM Type S Bodykit
Ok so I know there's definitely interest out there in the JDM Type S bodykit that's sold only overseas, especially since there's not many kits out there for the 2nd gen.
For those that don't know, the kit is an OEM part in European and Japanese markets and is a part of the Type S package there. It consists of front and side skirts and a rear bumper replacement. Here's some eye candy: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...-1600x1200.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...-1600x1200.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...rd-TypeS-2.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...rd-TypeS-5.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...rd-TypeS-4.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...EuroTypeS1.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...dEuroTypeS.jpg http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y64...EuroTypeS2.jpg I've been researching all the ways I could possibly think of to get it over here cheaply and none can seem to beat the quote I've been getting through a local JDM specialty shop for around $2000. This is already not a bad price considering what North American dealerships are charging for the OEM Modulo/aero kit that a lot of members on here already have and it's nothing compared to what a full Mugen kit would cost to get over here. Anyways, $2000 is still a lot of pocket change so I've been in contact with the shop and they have agreed to offer a "bulk order" discount if I can get 5 or more guys to commit to this... Now before anyone starts saying that this is a group buy and everything like that please try to understand that I've already tried looking up our sponsors on this forum and this is a specialty product that needs to be imported so none of them carry this. I don't think this will step on any toes. I'm just really interested in being the first to import a full authentic JDM kit and I'm trying to see if any one else wants to get in on the action so we can get a break on the price. Bottom line is I need to know who would be seriously interested in doing this with me. I know there are a couple replica kits out there but honestly anyone who's had a genuine kit before knows that the fit and finish of OEM is second to none. PM me if interested. |
love the rear
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Originally Posted by ed_423
(Post 12705168)
love the rear
The rear looks 'extra' good on the red Euro =O |
Originally Posted by Euronoob
(Post 12705173)
+1
The rear looks 'extra' good on the red Euro =O I like the rear too--reminds me of the new M3: http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicle...e/content.html http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastwal...n/photostream/ Remember--the rear is a full bumper replacement, not a skirt like the replica kit....the replica looks almost too chunky in comparison. |
Originally Posted by ed_423
(Post 12705168)
love the rear
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Where is this JDM specialty shop located (as in what country)? And how would this bulk buying thing work as we're all located in different places? Or is the shop going to ship it out all seperately but they just need a bunch of people buying? (I'm new, go easy on me)
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Originally Posted by 5thTo2nd
(Post 12705185)
come on Ed, want in on this?
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this is the style of kit defcon has i think
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Originally Posted by KillerG
(Post 12705218)
this is the style of kit defcon has i think
There are a few CU2's in Australia with this kit - but it's replica. |
I would jump on this if I was richer dammit -.-
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If only the white CU2 had rims or something too to go with the kit.. I can't use my imagination to put some rims on it lol.
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Originally Posted by Euronoob
(Post 12705294)
If only the white CU2 had rims or something too to go with the kit.. I can't use my imagination to put some rims on it lol.
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Originally Posted by KillerG
(Post 12705330)
find rims you like someone will shop them on
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hmm... think you can do more than just rims on the white tsx? i'm looking for a black tsx with work varianza t1s and the modulo grill ;D... i think that's what i want to do with my car
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post the rims euronoob, if i cant do it someone more talented will swoop in eventually, althoug i wil make a paltry attempt for you
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I only want the front lip, not feeling the side skirts and I already have the OEM sports rear.
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most the modulo's i have seen come color matched in black to black euro accords like thus:
http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0011.jpg however i did this quick one with just a silver grill for comparison and the varianza pic is below it. nice rim choice btw Attachment 119410 Attachment 119411 i am so tired |
whoa what kinda lip is that on the first pic?
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if u meant in my post then that modulo black accord is from but their forum is down right now (for me atleast) and i cannot give any more info from the page i found it on since i dont know it myself
eedit: peaaace |
Originally Posted by KillerG
(Post 12705436)
post the rims euronoob, if i cant do it someone more talented will swoop in eventually, althoug i wil make a paltry attempt for you
http://www.workwheelsusa.com/product...ry=26&wheel=75 These in any?: http://www.workwheelsusa.com/product...y=27&wheel=139 These in any: http://www.workwheelsusa.com/product...ry=27&wheel=79 Those will do. If you could attempt any of these, that would be great :D I haven't looked around a whole bunch yet for rims but I was also thinking black/black with chrome on white as I'm going to make my CU2 black and white. Edit: And that first pic of the black CU2 you posted looks really nice :o |
damn sick body kit! is there any other way to get these in the states? especially in hawaii? lol
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Originally Posted by Euronoob
(Post 12705209)
Where is this JDM specialty shop located (as in what country)? And how would this bulk buying thing work as we're all located in different places? Or is the shop going to ship it out all seperately but they just need a bunch of people buying? (I'm new, go easy on me)
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Originally Posted by KillerG
(Post 12705218)
this is the style of kit defcon has i think
The replica is already almost $500 including shipping within the US from the ebay dealers and from what I've been reading the side skirts are a little off (which is usually the case with replica kits). After paint and installation you're probably looking at $1000-$1300. I figure if we can get this OEM kit (which comes pre-painted already) for a few hundred off the $2000 asking price it actually comes in close to the replica for much better quality and fitment. |
Originally Posted by 718Tsx
(Post 12705414)
hmm... think you can do more than just rims on the white tsx? i'm looking for a black tsx with work varianza t1s and the modulo grill ;D... i think that's what i want to do with my car
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Originally Posted by CU2MIKE
(Post 12705444)
I only want the front lip, not feeling the side skirts and I already have the OEM sports rear.
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Originally Posted by maaaark
(Post 12705478)
damn sick body kit! is there any other way to get these in the states? especially in hawaii? lol
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Originally Posted by ed_423
(Post 12705454)
whoa what kinda lip is that on the first pic?
just look up a swedish honda forum to track that member http://image.nengun.com/member/44157.../0-0-front.jpg http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0011.jpg http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0014.jpg http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0007.jpg http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0012.jpg http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0028.jpg http://image.nengun.com/member/44157...0-imgp0018.jpg |
thanks defcon
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5thtothe2ND which shop in Toronto is this? lol
I gotta say that kit on the swedish TSX looks muy bueno |
$2000 is a great price for FOB Ontario. You are right about the OEM fitment, my front lip (paint match from factory) fits perfectly. I actually liked the Modulo side skirts over the Type S one and but the rear bumper looks great.
Good luck. |
Originally Posted by 09TSXTech
(Post 12706393)
$2000 is a great price for FOB Ontario. You are right about the OEM fitment, my front lip (paint match from factory) fits perfectly. I actually liked the Modulo side skirts over the Type S one and but the rear bumper looks great.
Good luck. Now if we all could get that shipping error from Ling's like you and impressink got we'd all be ballin :) As far as I can tell the Type S side is a little wavier and doesn't have that vertical notch at the front of the skirt. To me that makes the Type S look a little cleaner. I don't mind the Modulo rear but it's a little plain from certain angles. |
I'm in for a rear bumper and side skirts.
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i like just the rear bumper
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Ok good so this is picking up some steam here!
Works out perfectly that CU2MIKE only needs a front and Prototype needs sides and rear. That makes 2 full kits including mine. Let's start a list of interested members. I only need 5 to get this going. 3 more to go. 1. 5thTo2nd (full kit) 2. CU2MIKE (front) & Prototype (sides and rear) 3. 4. 5.
Originally Posted by tsxronald
(Post 12707037)
i like just the rear bumper
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Originally Posted by 5thTo2nd
(Post 12706704)
Yeah you're right tech, $2k is good. Thanks for chiming in since you're one of the few who actually have experience with these authentic JDM parts.
Now if we all could get that shipping error from Ling's like you and impressink got we'd all be ballin :) As far as I can tell the Type S side is a little wavier and doesn't have that vertical notch at the front of the skirt. To me that makes the Type S look a little cleaner. I don't mind the Modulo rear but it's a little plain from certain angles. When I initially contact Lings over two years ago for the TypeS/GT aero kit, their price was C$3500 shipped. They only use air courier for international shipment which basically double the cost, I know the JDM shop in Ontario used ocean frieght, the only drawback is 4-6 weeks wait instead of 1 week with air cargo. But we are talking about over $1K savings in shipping here:tongue: I used the Modulo side skirts because it cost only $500 shipped to Canada from a California Acura dealer, the Type S one from Japan (same JDM dealer in Ontario) would have cost me C$800 +HST+shipping to BC totaling C$1000. Again, great job.... hope you get three more signing up real soon. |
I will think about it if people are really down to order the rest of the kit
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Originally Posted by 09TSXTech
(Post 12707200)
Quick question, is the $2K price for painted units. I know they sell them in primer only. Do you think your JDM dealer would mix and match colour (eg: front lip CBP, side skirts and rear PWP).
When I initially contact Lings over two years ago for the TypeS/GT aero kit, their price was C$3500 shipped. They only use air courier for international shipment which basically double the cost, I know the JDM shop in Ontario used ocean frieght, the only drawback is 4-6 weeks wait instead of 1 week with air cargo. But we are talking about over $1K savings in shipping here:tongue: I used the Modulo side skirts because it cost only $500 shipped to Canada from a California Acura dealer, the Type S one from Japan (same JDM dealer in Ontario) would have cost me C$800 +HST+shipping to BC totaling C$1000. Again, great job.... hope you get three more signing up real soon. Need 3 more here. |
Originally Posted by tsxronald
(Post 12708267)
I will think about it if people are really down to order the rest of the kit
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Sounds good.. 1+ for the effort
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At this point in time, if I'm able to join in, I'd only want the front. Anyone need a rear and skirt?
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