ironmill

OK, I admit it, my wife talked me into getting the sedan rather than the coupe because with two kids it was the practical thing to do. I can't really argue with that but the more I look at the coupe, I sometimes have second thoughts I didn't go for it. Don't get me wrong, I love my G37 (Obsidian) but I'm wondering if painting the chrome on the doors (and perhaps the grille) might not make it look a bit more "coupe-like" i.e. sporty. Anyone done that or thought about it? Have any pics?

Ironmill

RedG37SNC

Personally I wouldn't and I hate chrome, but on a sedan it belongs. Paint chips and chrome is far more durable. I am really happy with stillen's grille, being poly it won't chip and is far more durable then the chrome it replaced. Since I'm not aware of a poly option for the sedan I'd go with the factory black chrome grille rather then paint it. Black chrome emblem kit would be interesting to consider as well, almost give you an emblemless look on OB. Also look into getting your lights painted and formula silver Volks to go with the black chrome. That would help kill that mom's car feeling your suffering

dkmura

I find cars that have been 'de-chromed' and painted at home to be less than successful. The paint chips after awhile and looks like crap. I'd suggest leaving the chrome as is and using your money for rims, suspension or other functional mods to make it more sporty.

Silver37

Yeah...don't do it....would look too much like what everyone did to their cars back in the 70s and 80s! : )

Pip

iTrader: (1)

Get a big wing for the back and some neon lights underneath.....

STOOF

iTrader: (2)

Dont listen to them. DO IT.

Itll def make the car look more sportier.

Not a 2nd gen, but heres some pics of my old sedan with blacked out grill and window trim.

hadokenuh

I think the chrome makes it look better and more luxury especially for a black G.

soolman32

iTrader: (15)

If you're after a full on sport look then going away from all the flashy chrome is the way to go.

sbmwg37s

iTrader: (1)

Black looks always good

ironmill

Wow,

That does look very nice! I think the chrome on the wheels is enough to set it off.