datsyuk

So I've decided to be patient with my car, save up and get the real deal. With me being in school full time and working as much I can I plan on getting everything together in about the next 8 months or so until I complete everything. I have a few questions about making my purchases with this body kit.

My current plans are to

1) Do the front fasica (bumper, grilles, etc.)
2) Quarter Window Scoops (I bought Roush ones and have not put them on but think I'm going to switch with Scoops)
3) Duck-tail Spoiler
4) Side Scoops
5) Side-exhaust/Rear bumper

My first few questions is with the front fascia. Is the Shelby GT grille with the Pony emblem essentially the same thing as the Cervini upper billet grille? Also for the lower grille, do any other ones fit that lower grille spot on the bumper that are any cost-friendly and look the same? Do the fog lights on the lower grille mount on or are there cut outs for them? Is it a big deal/noticeable not having PIAA lights right away?

The side-exhaust and rear, does anybody sell these pieces septate or is it always a combo? Also I was told from someone who has a Cervini side-exhaust they wished they got it done by themselves. Would taking it to a shop or buying from Cervini be more ideal?

Also, does anyone have pictures of just the front fascia without the side/rear? I feel the car would look unproportioned without the side skirts and rear. And how costly was the labor/paint work those of you with the body kit?

08LNOR

Datsyuk, nobody seems to be biting on this post and I can't answer all of it but I'll give you my .02 on the cervini front bumper.

I just got the cervinis front bumper installed on my stang and you are taking the right approach with taking it slow and doing it right the first time. I bought the window scoops, side scoops, and ducktail wing had them painted and installed and then came back about six months after that and bought the front bumper and all the associated hardware that comes with it.

As far as finding a cost efficient replacement for the cervinis hardware on the front bumper I didn't want to risk fitment issues so I bought all the cervini hardware. I would just save a little more and get the right stuff unless you can find someone that has bought other things and fabricated.

Honestly I would take your friends advice and buy the side skirts and then go to a muffler specialist because Cervini's is a body kit store and not main-stream muffler dealers. Just MHO.

Lastly, I haven't put on any side skirts or the rear bumper/valance and it looks slightly disproportional but really not that bad. You will love the look of the new bumper though. Amazing and catches everyone's eye. If you want to see some pics of bumpers without the rear or side skirts go to my profile and I have an album that shows it. I even have a picture of the front wheel to show the height difference between the front bumper and the OEM side skirt. As far as cost I payed about 1600 dollars for the bumper, and ducktail wing to be prepped, painted, and installed. My guy did a really good job though. I ordered the other parts (side scoops, window scoops) from Cervinis pre-painted and put them on myself.

My dilemma is I love my dual 4" tips out the back so I'm not going to get the side exhaust and I'm having problems deciding which side skirt and rear valance I want. One thing to consider that swayed me from the side exhaust is the noise of the mufflers when you are traveling down the highway. I can't imagine having mine right by my ears going that fast.

I hope this helps. If you want to know anything else hit me up.

J

datsyuk

Lol thanks for answering haha. Its been a very long time since then but I actually ended up getting my Cervini front bumper, piaa's, fogs, grilles, 3 piece spoiler, window scoops and side scoops. I have them all right now waiting for paint. In the next 3 to 4 weeks I will be getting them sprayed. I should be getting it all fitted and painted for little less than $800 from a very repuable guy who's previous work I was able to see yesterday. I'm very excitied for this to come together. Not doing the side exhaust now, maybe later on though.

The cervini stuff will be going on the car along with BMR lowering springs, 20" Foose Nitrous wheels and painted calipers. Its going to look amazing I can't wait.

08LNOR

Yeah sorry about the lateness. Lol. It sounds like you're doing it the right way to me. 800 dollars is a good price for the paint job and install. Hopefully they keep that quote after they realize how long fitting the hardware onto the bumper can take. I am working on the same stuff right now. I am currently deployed so I can only order the stuff and wait to put it on. Lol. I just ordered Koni shocks and struts with some Steeda springs and am amped to put them on too. I don't have 20's and am not painting the calipers yet because I can't decide on brakes yet. Still doing my research. I am curious to see how your car looks after all this. Good luck and I'll be looking for another Eleanor out there.

J

Thor

datsyuk where are you going for your paint/install?

08LNOR

I'm actually taking it to my local ford dealer. I was unsure of it at first but the kid in the body department is a master and proven himself with other projects (he matched my bumper perfectly) and it's a small town dealership so they give me fair prices and the kid takes his time on the work. I got lucky cause I don't know where else I would take it in my area that I could trust.