Exterior side styling changes

[NightSurgeX2]

This has probably been discussed before, but the one thing I think the S650 is missing, especially with their special models like the Dark Horse, is their side view styling changes.

I know some have strong opinions against decals, but I feel like a unique decal side stripe would help a ton with the otherwise single tone side profiles. Maybe something similar to the GT500 or Mach 1 side stripes.

The other thing I think will help a lot is side scoops. I know Ford has quarter window louvers available already which is great, but I love the side scoops of the New Edge, the recent California Specials, etc.

Thoughts? Agree? Disagree?

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[Q6543]

Side scoops ONLY if they’re functional…I.e. feeding air to the rear mounted engine

 

[NightSurgeX2]

Side scoops ONLY if they’re functional…I.e. feeding air to the rear mounted engine

They've never been functional on a mustang, and I'm ok with that. I still like the style of them.

 

[Twin Turbo]

I like RTR's side/rocker graphic

 

[Twin Turbo]

They've never been functional on a mustang, and I'm ok with that. I still like the style of them.

Not quite. The scoops on the '65 GT350 fed air to the rear brakes

 

[goodlettjr]

I am not one for stripes at all. Prefer a clean look. Then I ran across this one. At first I was turned off by the over the top stripe, but after looking at the pic that showed the top and side, it looks amazing. Really liked the colors. The rocker stripe really made the whole thing work for me. And kudos to the guy who did it himself. Thinking about doing this.

Mach 1 Stripes

 

[Skye]

I think for some colors, yes, a rocker stripe, over-the-top or door ghost stripe will compliment.

The type or style of wheels will make a difference as well.

I'm sure the aftermarket will provide, or a detail/body shop could fab some.

 

[S650 GT]

I don't like stripes, decals and scoops.

Keep it clean.

 

[NightSurgeX2]

I don't like stripes, decals and scoops.

Keep it clean.

Fair opinion. I just think without those it's way too plain.

 

[S650 GT]

Fair opinion. I just think without those it's way too plain.

That's why I choose the Nite Pony Package for a good contrast of all things.

Race Red car, with black roof, black wheels, black spoiler and black emblems. Makes the car stand out.

And mayne some red brake calipers.

 

[wilkinda65]

I am not one for stripes at all. Prefer a clean look. Then I ran across this one. At first I was turned off by the over the top stripe, but after looking at the pic that showed the top and side, it looks amazing. Really liked the colors. The rocker stripe really made the whole thing work for me. And kudos to the guy who did it himself. Thinking about doing this.

Mach 1 Stripes

ehhhh, I liked mine just as it came from Ford

 

[goodlettjr]

ehhhh, I liked mine just as it came from Ford

I like that base color a whole lot. Would have gotten that if it was a choice. Ok with the design of the stripes, but not a fan (as in I wouldn't want it on my car).

 

[wilkinda65]

I like that base color a whole lot. Would have gotten that if it was a choice. Ok with the design of the stripes, but not a fan (as in I wouldn't want it on my car).

I fell in love with Fighter Jet Grey as soon as I saw it

 

[DeluxeStang]

I like the idea of a side vent, something more substantial than a sticker package. But I also want something functional. I say flip the vent, put it behind the front wheels like what we had on the gt350.

This is a different project, just a unique muscle car design I'm working on. But the side profile sketch with a blacked out vent running into the side skirt shows what I'm thinking of. Just toned down a bit if it made it to production.

 

[zaimer]

I like the idea of a side vent, something more substantial than a sticker package. But I also want something functional. I say flip the vent, put it behind the front wheels like what we had on the gt350.

This is a different project, just a unique muscle car design I'm working on. But the side profile sketch with a blacked out vent running into the side skirt shows what I'm thinking of. Just toned down a bit if it made it to production.

looks similar to a late ‘70’s GT500 (I.e. Eleanor).

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