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    Default MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    Hey guys, I did a little photoshopping because I'm hoping to get a set of Mazdaspeed 3 rims for my 3 GT sport. Just want to know which you like better because I'm still not fully convinced. I was thinking if I get them powder coated gun metal or black they would be pretty sick! In any case check out the photoshop pic and let me know what you think (I also removed side moldings).

    Also a little photo shoot from the same series of my ride, let me know what you think.










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    Default Re: MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    #1 get rid of the fishing pole antenna.

    as for the rims, they both look great, take your pick.

    +1 on the door trim.. always preferred the hatch without.
    Damn you photobucket.....

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    Default Re: MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    lol from reading some of you other replies biz I knew you were going to harsh on my 'fishing pole', I was actually just looking at the VG shark fins as well but I'm kind of skeptical to how good they look on the hatch as the only photo I have seen of one was from the rear. I'm not sure if I like the stubby either but I assuming the price on a stubby is pretty cheap.

    Keep the comments coming guys...

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    Default Re: MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    I guess my harshness towards the antenna is mainly because it is the fastest way to see a TM3er at a distance.. It is normally the first thing to go.

    Mind you, now that it is a standard feature on the 2008.5 I guess I am gonna have to pay closer attention for sightings.

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    Ah I see makes sense, which antenna is on the 8.5's now?

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    Default Re: MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    Quote Originally Posted by Thrice08 View Post
    Ah I see makes sense, which antenna is on the 8.5's now?
    Now they come with a stubbie..

    Kinda shows you that the evolution of a car is heavily enfluenced by the mods that happen to it.

    from 2004 to 2006 the main mods that people would do were a stubbie and HIDs.. suddenly they are included..

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheBiz View Post
    Now they come with a stubbie..

    Kinda shows you that the evolution of a car is heavily enfluenced by the mods that happen to it.

    from 2004 to 2006 the main mods that people would do were a stubbie and HIDs.. suddenly they are included..
    I put Nav/bluetooth in..... I still havent seen those goodies show up yet! They are in the US models... but once again, we get skunked!
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    Quote Originally Posted by TheBiz View Post
    Now they come with a stubbie..

    Kinda shows you that the evolution of a car is heavily enfluenced by the mods that happen to it.

    from 2004 to 2006 the main mods that people would do were a stubbie and HIDs.. suddenly they are included..
    wait a minute.. i didnt get stubby with mine.. or is it hatches only or luxury pack?

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    i never liked the snowflakes....the speed wheels all the way. Try to get the 08.5 speed3 wheels with that nice colour/finish, then you won't have to powdercoat on top.

    definately lose the mouldings...

    what city/town are those pics from? looks like a nice neighbourhood to live in

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    Quote Originally Posted by x_o_k_x View Post
    wait a minute.. i didnt get stubby with mine.. or is it hatches only or luxury pack?
    I'm curious too.

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    Quote Originally Posted by oni View Post
    I'm curious too.

    only 2008.5's get stubbies, and all MS3's

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    Quote Originally Posted by alhope34 View Post
    only 2008.5's get stubbies, and all MS3's
    But i drive 2008.5 sedan gt..no stubby

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    Quote Originally Posted by x_o_k_x View Post
    But i drive 2008.5 sedan gt..no stubby
    Your sig says 2004.

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    Quote Originally Posted by alhope34 View Post
    Your sig says 2004.
    Yeah i sold that one, i got a newer car. Here is a link http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/sh...ad.php?t=24751

    Stubby would be cool, but since i dont have it, i'll get a sharkfin

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    Quote Originally Posted by Thrice08 View Post
    Hey guys, I did a little photoshopping because I'm hoping to get a set of Mazdaspeed 3 rims for my 3 GT sport. Just want to know which you like better because I'm still not fully convinced. I was thinking if I get them powder coated gun metal or black they would be pretty sick! In any case check out the photoshop pic and let me know what you think (I also removed side moldings).

    Also a little photo shoot from the same series of my ride, let me know what you think.



    Mine has them un-photoshop'd if that helps any...they're a bit heavy, but I like them a lot.



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    Quote Originally Posted by oni View Post
    I'm curious too.
    then you can change ur fishing stuff

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    Default Re: MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    Nice pics...personally I prefer the stock rims along with the side moulding. If you want to be more unique the other pic looks good too though.
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    get the speed3 rims there sooo nice, also removed sild moldings look alot better. good stuff ur car is goan come along nicely
    Fastest 1/4 = 14.3 @ 101.6, 2.3 60ft. bone stock.

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    Default Re: MS3 rims or not? + NEW pics of my 07 GT Sport

    How much to either paint black or powder coat gunmetal?

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