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« Reply #30 on: March 22, 2008, 17:38:49 pm »

That and I would put amber tops on it... I know you guys are trying to look like US code cars but most if not all US Cal-Looks ran amber tops.
No, Nicolas was right - if you are using our taillights to be different, than we should use yours. I mean - there is no point to use European taillights in Europe when you want them to be "different" Wink So, 'European cal-looker' should have red tops  Grin
Seriously though - I'm not a big fan of American taillights. They are not as visible for other drivers.

As for the car, I like it very much. I have it's pictures downloaded from old-droppers forum and even used one as wallpaper. Nice job Nicolas. Think again about those front tires - the ones you have look great IMO and are certainly better then 145's as far as braking and handling is concerned.
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« Reply #31 on: March 23, 2008, 23:53:55 pm »

Thanks guys, your reactions make me happy  Grin

Great car! Really like the stance and overall look. Great locations for the pics too!

I don't like the exhaust but you're going to change it so that's cool.  Cool

For the tyres : continental's front and hankook's rear Wink

Nicolas why did you swap the headlight for the upright ones? Huh
I swap the headlight to change my car into a US 67', my favorite model Wink

I have other pics by night







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GOOD IDEA I WILL DO THE SAME
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« Reply #32 on: March 24, 2008, 06:20:12 am »

great looking car! The night photos are great your photo's are awesome. I too run amber tops first built my car with red lenses but changed just for the visibility of other drivers.
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« Reply #33 on: March 24, 2008, 13:00:51 pm »

Nice car Nico! Wink
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« Reply #34 on: March 24, 2008, 22:30:53 pm »

Thanks guys !
I have change my mirror, i must take pictures  Wink
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« Reply #35 on: March 24, 2008, 22:47:43 pm »

can you detail yours  front licence plate frame suport please
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« Reply #36 on: March 25, 2008, 00:12:35 am »

Once again! The photos you took really bring out the best in your car!
It looks so cool. I've never been a fan of Enkei wheels, but seeing them on your 67 makes me think twice Wink

What colour is it by the way? Or did you post it on page 1 already?
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« Reply #37 on: March 25, 2008, 20:43:01 pm »

What colour is it by the way? Or did you post it on page 1 already?

Coulour of the wheels ?

This is the pic of the home made support (Aluminium)


With no licence plate (fresh paint)


And pics of a friend on the road...


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« Reply #38 on: March 25, 2008, 23:33:49 pm »

Nice car Nico,  the stance is perfect!  Cool
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« Reply #39 on: March 26, 2008, 17:16:51 pm »

thats supper slick dude Smiley
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« Reply #40 on: March 26, 2008, 21:48:23 pm »

beautifull car
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« Reply #41 on: March 26, 2008, 23:37:46 pm »

sixty sevens rule Wink
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« Reply #42 on: March 26, 2008, 23:54:01 pm »

Nice bug,and great pics Cool
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« Reply #43 on: March 27, 2008, 20:04:43 pm »

Thanks all !
My new mirror :
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« Reply #44 on: March 27, 2008, 21:18:11 pm »

nice car! and sorry to have stolen your nickname  Wink
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« Reply #45 on: March 27, 2008, 22:06:29 pm »

Don't say sorry, Nico'67 is my universal name in all forums  Grin
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« Reply #46 on: April 14, 2008, 18:44:09 pm »

No news, just a sticker on the rear window


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« Reply #47 on: April 14, 2008, 19:01:05 pm »

hy nicolas  , can you tell  me the way you connect your lucas  Huh because i will connect mine on my 61
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« Reply #48 on: April 14, 2008, 19:31:22 pm »

No, Nicolas was right - if you are using our taillights to be different, than we should use yours. I mean - there is no point to use European taillights in Europe when you want them to be "different" Wink So, 'European cal-looker' should have red tops  Grin
Seriously though - I'm not a big fan of American taillights. They are not as visible for other drivers.

Agreed. I've always had European headlights on every car I've ever owned, dating back to 1979. But on my current car, I decided to be different and get a set of Hella all red U.S. spec tail lights on my '67 Beetle. Everyone's telling me to change to the amber tops. The more I hear that, the more I like my red tops. HAHA!! Perhaps one day, if I find a really nice set of Hellas (not Hassias), I might consider it.

Is the body trim on this blue car from a '66? Looks too thick to be a '67.
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« Reply #49 on: April 14, 2008, 22:04:33 pm »

Yes, the trim is from a 66, i buy it like that  Wink

Speedwell, you have a mp, i don't know explain what I do to connect my lucas in english, sorry...
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« Reply #50 on: April 17, 2008, 20:11:33 pm »

No, Nicolas was right - if you are using our taillights to be different, than we should use yours. I mean - there is no point to use European taillights in Europe when you want them to be "different" Wink So, 'European cal-looker' should have red tops  Grin
Seriously though - I'm not a big fan of American taillights. They are not as visible for other drivers.

Agreed. I've always had European headlights on every car I've ever owned, dating back to 1979. But on my current car, I decided to be different and get a set of Hella all red U.S. spec tail lights on my '67 Beetle. Everyone's telling me to change to the amber tops. The more I hear that, the more I like my red tops. HAHA!! Perhaps one day, if I find a really nice set of Hellas (not Hassias), I might consider it.

Is the body trim on this blue car from a '66? Looks too thick to be a '67.


I much prefer my US spec 67 with reds on,i think they look really good on zenith blue Smiley

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« Reply #51 on: April 19, 2008, 20:08:39 pm »

New taillights !



And shooting... Grin




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« Reply #52 on: April 19, 2008, 20:23:30 pm »

nice shoot nicolas and the rear taillight are better with the euro tun signal
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« Reply #53 on: April 19, 2008, 20:38:33 pm »

nice shoot nicolas and the rear taillight are better with the euro tun signal

I agree. Cool
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« Reply #54 on: April 19, 2008, 21:11:38 pm »

That color works well with the amber lenses, but the Zenith Blue looks better with the reds Cool
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« Reply #55 on: April 24, 2008, 22:43:34 pm »

I have to say you ride sits very nicely on the Flat 4 Enkeis - and wierd how they look even coioler in black and white!

. . . the front tyres look great, must drive far better than the dumb 145s I have - definately stick with them on a daily driver.


I had a stock '72 bug when I was 18, Cal Look was all about pastel colours and matching empi 5 copies! - wasn't convinced at the time and stuck with my stocker - you must be having a blast in such a sweet looking ride!

Congrats!
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« Reply #56 on: April 30, 2008, 09:18:36 am »

Thanks guys !
My front tyres are dead, i want to change for 145/15 but I think that is really hard to drive with the 5.5 Enkei.
You have tested that ?
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« Reply #57 on: April 30, 2008, 09:34:42 am »

Thanks guys !
My front tyres are dead, i want to change for 145/15 but I think that is really hard to drive with the 5.5 Enkei.
You have tested that ?

That should not be a Problem...Go for It...!!!

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« Reply #58 on: April 30, 2008, 10:17:26 am »

They looks good  Cool
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« Reply #59 on: May 01, 2008, 20:25:41 pm »

Great car!  Want to trade a US speedo for your euro?  Smiley
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