Pics of my soon-to-be VIP xB

As you saw in the title - a few pics of my soon-to-be VIP xB...


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New bodykit on its way, I'll post some pics with the new mods soon.

:mad: The Sport Max Wheels.........

[QUOTE=bOosty.ViP;39351]:mad: The Sport Max Wheels.........[/QUOTE]

LOL OK - you're one of those ppl, who thinks its ok to buy a 15 year old Infiniti for $3K, put $2K wheels on it and call it VIP....but having sportmax wheels is somehow a bad thing?

I love the way my box looks with the new Sportmax 504 wheels!

pass the popcorn..this is gonna get interesting

those look like a ripoff of true vip wheels.

[QUOTE=j_lum;39360]those look like a ripoff of true vip wheels.[/QUOTE]

its because they are.  in all honesty, i dont think it looks bad.  some people have money, and some dont.  what can you do?  money is money

goodluck
Charley

[QUOTE=Infiz;39352]LOL OK - you're one of those ppl, who thinks its ok to buy a 15 year old Infiniti for $3K, put $2K wheels on it and call it VIP....but having sportmax wheels is somehow a bad thing?

I love the way my box looks with the new Sportmax 504 wheels![/QUOTE]

what else will you VIP??? there isnt many cars with a true VIP platform in the US.

to be honest,  those wheels look better than what most people will put on their xb's.

[QUOTE=Infiz;39352]LOL OK - you're one of those ppl, who thinks its ok to buy a 15 year old Infiniti for $3K, put $2K wheels on it and call it VIP....but having sportmax wheels is somehow a bad thing?

I love the way my box looks with the new Sportmax 504 wheels![/QUOTE]

It is okay to buy a 15yr old Infiniti.
I'd put on some $2k Authentic Wheels Buddy....

Your wheels are knock off of

Work FS
Fabulous Profounds

Its okay, Your just a Budget baller, If it looks good, i'll Buy it.;)

[QUOTE=Infiz;39352]LOL OK - you're one of those ppl, who thinks its ok to buy a 15 year old Infiniti for $3K, put $2K wheels on it and call it VIP....but having sportmax wheels is somehow a bad thing?

I love the way my box looks with the new Sportmax 504 wheels![/QUOTE]


I have to agree with you on this one..MOd your car the way YOU WANT IT and not what everyone says..I have "knockoff wheels" also on my van..*edit*, my whole van is a knock off.. Do I give a *edit* what people say?? It annoys me sometimes but I really don't give a crap..Even the custom chopper I'm building right now is a "budget beater" and has a whole lot beter parts than those "kit bikes"..And mines costed me a whole lot less!!

Whether you like it or not, knockoffs are here to stay!! 

[QUOTE=charley240sx;39370] some people have money, and some dont.  what can you do?  money is money

goodluck
Charley[/QUOTE]

True..Money is money..Some people live home with their mommy and daddys and all the care about is thier cars..Every ferkin penny goes into their cars and don't think about ever moving out.Crap, some even talk crap and have no  VIP or VIPstyel car at all!!! Or let alone a car PERIOD!!!

Some are baller and some are budget ballers..I am the later..


Payce!!

not bad!!!

your logo looks similar to Unique AutoSport's logo... haha

What kit are you getting?

I sense another knockoff thread... grrrr knockoff's. >(

[QUOTE=VIPete;39410]What kit are you getting?

I sense another knockoff thread... grrrr knockoff's. >([/QUOTE]

Dunno....probably a vertex knockoff  :p 

Seriously though....haven't narrowed it down 100% yet, I am narrowing my choices to kit with an available urethane front bumper, from my past experience FRP/fiberglass don't last too long on a daily driver before they're all chipped up.

I sense the style of direction you're going. Keep it up!

[QUOTE=Infiz;39420]Dunno....probably a vertex knockoff  :p .[/QUOTE]


LOL grrrrr... 

Well good luck with your project. Just remember, there's a huge difference between knockoff and authentic. You'll see the quality once you get it.

In anycase, I'm sure your car is gonna look good.

[quote=VIPete;39410]your logo looks similar to Unique AutoSport's logo... haha
 
[/quote]
 
I thought the same exact thing haha

it looks good so far..budget ballin if you have to.

[QUOTE=Infiz;39420]Dunno....probably a vertex knockoff  :p 

Seriously though....haven't narrowed it down 100% yet, I am narrowing my choices to kit with an available urethane front bumper, from my past experience FRP/fiberglass don't last too long on a daily driver before they're all chipped up.[/QUOTE]

i say either that knock off ism kit (vertex) or the shine street one will look pretty sik...

hey i baller budgeted my xB also...but my 10 year old LS i didn't

so just do what you want! just let the haters hate....we all have haters..makes the world go round!

oh yeah if you selling that red genie lip...then i got a buyer for you!

Well the car is an extension of the driver...so...

If you spray some of that truck bed liner inside your front bumper (thin coat), if you end up chipping it, it will stay together and you can re-fiberglass it later.

Might want to consider a drop and most likely some spacers in the back once the car is lowered.

[QUOTE=Dark Anghell;39475]Well the car is an extension of the driver...so...

If you spray some of that truck bed liner inside your front bumper (thin coat), if you end up chipping it, it will stay together and you can re-fiberglass it later.

Might want to consider a drop and most likely some spacers in the back once the car is lowered.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the suggestions - I was talking more about the paint chipping with FRP/fiberglass rather than actual fiberglass breaking.....softer materials like urethane or abs painted with a good flex additive tend to hold up better from my experience.

I really agree - I'm lowered 1.8" with Eibach, and I'd like to be another inch lower so I'm debating whether I want coilovers or air.  As far as spacers, I'm already out 10mm with a hub spacer, and really close to my already rolled fenders, I think when it's dropped a bit more it will flush up nicely.

Ryan, this is Scionscotty from the other site.  Welcome.  To really nail the VIP stance, youll definetly need that drop, and another 10mm of spacing in the rear (for an effective offset of +12) before you get there (and another 5mm in front or so).   Gotta roll them fenders and slam it low  :)   Looking good though.

scotty

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It's the profile that no one likes. the design is cool and there is the "illusion" of deep dish wheels. These will create a lot of wannabees. But you did get a little stretch. good start anyway.

normally would look like this

Like this....

Da Sportsmax VIP takeova is coming. Be Scurrrrrrrrrrd!

*2 posts above*^^^Nice fitment pics!!! SIKKK!!!

Infiz. do you have any pics of that red genie kit that xbizzle is talking about

[QUOTE=dancar420;39598]Infiz. do you have any pics of that red genie kit that xbizzle is talking about[/QUOTE]

Red Genie, who is no longer around, made a front lip for the xB back in the day....in 03-early 2004 not long after the Scion came out.  I don't think they ever made a full lip kit, but if you look at my first pic, the shot of the front, you can see the front lip.

I had it painted, and it sat in my garage for about 2 years, until I decided to actually put it on a month or two ago....

its alright with me... theres always going to be wannabe's but if your a true vip fan you will know the difference. i would rather see this than all stock cars.

[QUOTE=Infiz;39602]Red Genie, who is no longer around, made a front lip for the xB back in the day....in 03-early 2004 not long after the Scion came out.  I don't think they ever made a full lip kit, but if you look at my first pic, the shot of the front, you can see the front lip.

I had it painted, and it sat in my garage for about 2 years, until I decided to actually put it on a month or two ago....[/QUOTE]


actually, they did make a full lip kit but like you said, no longer do. there are some knock-offs floating around though.

dont mind the empty exhaust hole. (new custom exhaust coming soon)
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[QUOTE=bbdaisukidesu;39639]actually, they did make a full lip kit but like you said, no longer do. there are some knock-offs floating around though.

dont mind the empty exhaust hole. (new custom exhaust coming soon)[/QUOTE]


Cool, thanks for the info....

What exhaust are you getting?  I am trying to pick one out as well, but can't seem to find a good one that goes with a VIP look.  I'm considering starting with the Tanabe Medallion Touring.  I want just a tiny bit more sound than stock, not loud at all, so I think for the muffler I'll go with that, or Apex'i World Sport - see how the tip looks, and if it doesn't flow with the look I'll just fab a different tip that looks a bit more VIP.

[QUOTE=dancar420;39598]Infiz. do you have any pics of that red genie kit that xbizzle is talking about[/QUOTE]

i can still get the kit if you are interested...it is a knockoff now...

not feelin it. for what you paid for brand new knock offs you couldve had a set of OG second-hand wheels

ex

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$850/set
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Work V-XX(Sex)
$950
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[QUOTE=Infiz;39678]Cool, thanks for the info....

What exhaust are you getting?  I am trying to pick one out as well, but can't seem to find a good one that goes with a VIP look.  I'm considering starting with the Tanabe Medallion Touring.  I want just a tiny bit more sound than stock, not loud at all, so I think for the muffler I'll go with that, or Apex'i World Sport - see how the tip looks, and if it doesn't flow with the look I'll just fab a different tip that looks a bit more VIP.[/QUOTE]

dont mean to thread jack but i'm selling my old one. its a vip style oval muffler from japan. i have an automatic so i didnt want a loud one either. nice low, deep tone. let me know.

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Sorry not VIP

Its like getting rotas and saying you're JDM

You bought it because of the style then ya sure thats cool. But you cant  go around saying IM VIP! With knock off wheels. Want real props and save $ at the same time all while getting better fitiment? Do research and buy used wheels.

but in the meantime, look at the camber on bbdaisukidesu's xb!

[QUOTE=j_lum;39829]but in the meantime, look at the camber on bbdaisukidesu's xb![/QUOTE]


yes...look at that camber :mad: :rolleyes:

[QUOTE=OnTop;39736]not feelin it. for what you paid for brand new knock offs you couldve had a set of OG second-hand wheels

ex

fabulous expands
$850/set
[url]http://www.takumiproject.com/PDT/c0605021.htm[/url]

Work V-XX(Sex)
$950
[url]http://www.takumiproject.com/PDT/c0605034.htm[/url]

ssr viennas
$850
[url]http://www.takumiproject.com/PDT/c0605054.htm[/url][/QUOTE]


i love thse Works.... are they even considered VIPstyled????

I bet you all those wheels are sold. The one thing that eats me about these sites, is they have a decent slection......Of nothing!!!!! FIX YOUR INVENTORY ON YOUR SITES!!!!

Your car is real clean ,I too committed a wheel crime when I picked up my Axis wheels they look cool and I really have'nt had a problem with them but after being here for awhile I figured it out and you will too Im sure. I was fortunate enough to find my wheels here and know the fitment will be right on. Stick around keep your project going and I know it will be nice.

[QUOTE=jbo;40455]Your car is real clean ,I too committed a wheel crime when I picked up my Axis wheels they look cool and I really have'nt had a problem with them but after being here for awhile I figured it out and you will too Im sure. I was fortunate enough to find my wheels here and know the fitment will be right on. Stick around keep your project going and I know it will be nice.[/QUOTE]


Ya at first I thought the forum was super negative, and everyone was bashing any wheels not costing $5,000 but after I spent some time here, I realized that people just have different views of VIP.  Some think that spending $800 on used wheels that have rust and curb rash from 1990 is VIP, just becuase of the brand, and others think it's about keeping the look clean, with brand new parts, and the "VIPness" comes from the look, rather than the brands you buy.

But it's cool - it's what makes everyone individuals....if everyone thought the exact same way, it would be so boring!

BTW you wanna know the funniest part - Sportmax produces 2.4 million wheels a year, 20% end up in the US and 60% are sold in Japan, making it a hell of a lot more "JDM" than most people think  :)

just because they sell in japan does not make it right.  you know they do got ricer in japan. they're so many people rocking altezza taillights in japan also.  it s  just as bad as america ok maybe not as bad but bad.  oh as for the knock fabulous wheels they have been made for years now.  look up these wheels called fearless.  and   aza.  they all copied the profound.  but whatever makes ya happy.  i waited 2 years to put most of the stuff on my xb.  i was not going to put it on unless it looked right.   if you cant aford the good stuff wait and save its well worth it.  
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Too bad these particular Sportmaxes didn't come in better sizes.  A drop and spacers are definately needed.  

So far it looks good, don't let anyone discourage you because of the brand you bought, just do your own thing =]

go lower... i myself bought a set of the 504's from jlb motorsports. i had the work dh euro lines which were the sh--! but do to tha haters the theives only mad off with 3 rims and a a$$ beating from hell..lol.. if i had the cash to buy the works i probaly wouldnt do it again cuz its jus to expensive. to all you guys out there who rock them more love to ya.. jus remeber who was in the sema booth rocking the 504's.vip in my perspective is the clean luxury look. do what you think looks good an remeber to keep it low and dished out.