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  1. 08-31-2011, 06:07 PM #1
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    Default Italia vs. LE

    Would you replace an LE with a turbo, for a silver w/red interior Italia miata? It looks a lot like this one.

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    Sure why not!

    I like it!
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    Can you add a turbo to the Italia?
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    Were you offered a trade?
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  5. 08-31-2011, 06:56 PM #5
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    I would, but I like Italias. How many LEs are still around? 1250 or so, maybe? How many silver/red Italias? 2? You can always turbo the Italia later.
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    Default Nose a little long?

    I'll take it. I like it. Doesn't the nose (the overhang) just a little long?
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  7. 08-31-2011, 08:06 PM #7
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    Having seen an Italia in person....hell no.
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  9. 08-31-2011, 08:28 PM #9
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    Not a fan. Stick with what ya got.
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    I would rather do something like what mk2tmr2 did to his NA than go with the Italia, although the Italia is not terrible.
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  11. 08-31-2011, 09:01 PM #11
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    Just put a Pitcrew nose and Garage Vary tails on your LE. Possibly some small flares to compliment it. It'll give you a similar nostalgic effect with much better proportions and a whole lot less fugly.

    Ignore the insane wheel fitment:



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    ^^^What he said.

    That being said, I've always liked Dwight's car. If it was a straight up trade, I'd consider it. Does he want Checker instead? lol
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    You would regret that, and your dad would disown you.

    And I like X-wangs Itallia
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    Dad seems okay with it. I just know the car is available, haven't talked amounts or anything.
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    Isn't time for a change heck you have had the LE for forever.
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    I'm not a fan of the Italia... it's trying too hard and looks a little off. If you're looking for a change, just accessorize a little. IMO it's hard to beat the looks of a nice, clean NA.
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    Quote Originally Posted by POS Racing View Post
    Isn't time for a change heck you have had the LE for forever.
    Since 9/99......I know it very well.
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    Dwight is thinking about selling the Itallia? Love that car.
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    No, you'll get a bunch of people asking you questions about if you are driving a kit car. Don't ask me how I know...
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  20. 09-01-2011, 12:44 PM #20
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    I prefer the NB pitcrew,


    The headlight placemnet reminds me more of the Cobras/MGBs, and the hood flows better IMO. The NA pitcrew gives off more of a VW vibe, and seams to low. I'd take either tho.
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