I came across a post from Vorsteiner on Instagram on a new body kit for the Emira. I know it’s a touchy subject when it comes to exterior modifications, but I think looks very neat. There taking Preorders in Fall 2024. Not sure on the cost but if it’s around the price as the CT Carbon kit. I might jump on this. What does everyone else think?
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New VORSTEINER kit for the Emira
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I'm guessing this kit will be anywhere from 12k-20k based off what they charge for their kits on other cars
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luciddaydream
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Barf.
FlashingBlade
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I think its better than the CT carbon kit but it all looks a little too McLaren for me. I think the rear spoiler works better than any other than the GT4 though.
driv300mph
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I love everything except for the fender vents. I do not think this kit "ruins" the design... It's actually quite complementary.
Let's add more weight.
I am always conflicted on these issues. I am by no means a purist and think, "Hey, you do you." However, I wonder about the risk. Even though I hate to do it, I have to make an analogy and also be a total hypocrite. Assuming you have the V6/Manual, the Emira is a swan song for DIY driving, and it is intended to be what it is. Replacing/adding body/engine mods (here comes the analogy) feels like a mistake. As a watch collector, I want everything unmolested, record-keeping, and original. The quickest way to devalue a fine timepiece is to swap dials and ice it out with diamonds. Once you do that, you harm the "perceived" integrity of the timepiece. That's how I feel about the V6/Manual. Now for some total hypocrisy.
When it comes to the 4-cyl/Auto, I say mod the hell out of it. Have a ball. Yes I am aware my stance is pretty irrational. But 10 years from now, that V6/Manual will retain the most value if it's reasonably unmolested. Just a gut reaction. A big part comes from rebuilding my 911; some things I have had to sort out are so dumb and dangerous that I doubt every bolt on it. I don't want to buy an unknown history car ever again because you don't know what the person before did, and most of all, you don't know if they did it well.
When it comes to the 4-cyl/Auto, I say mod the hell out of it. Have a ball. Yes I am aware my stance is pretty irrational. But 10 years from now, that V6/Manual will retain the most value if it's reasonably unmolested. Just a gut reaction. A big part comes from rebuilding my 911; some things I have had to sort out are so dumb and dangerous that I doubt every bolt on it. I don't want to buy an unknown history car ever again because you don't know what the person before did, and most of all, you don't know if they did it well.
I do understand your logic on this especially if you are considering selling it later.I am always conflicted on these issues. I am by no means a purist and think, "Hey, you do you." However, I wonder about the risk. Even though I hate to do it, I have to make an analogy and also be a total hypocrite. Assuming you have the V6/Manual, the Emira is a swan song for DIY driving, and it is intended to be what it is. Replacing/adding body/engine mods (here comes the analogy) feels like a mistake. As a watch collector, I want everything unmolested, record-keeping, and original. The quickest way to devalue a fine timepiece is to swap dials and ice it out with diamonds. Once you do that, you harm the "perceived" integrity of the timepiece. That's how I feel about the V6/Manual. Now for some total hypocrisy.
When it comes to the 4-cyl/Auto, I say mod the hell out of it. Have a ball. Yes I am aware my stance is pretty irrational. But 10 years from now, that V6/Manual will retain the most value if it's reasonably unmolested. Just a gut reaction. A big part comes from rebuilding my 911; some things I have had to sort out are so dumb and dangerous that I doubt every bolt on it. I don't want to buy an unknown history car ever again because you don't know what the person before did, and most of all, you don't know if they did it well.
I actually don't mind modified cars if done using quality parts and professional garages to do the work. A quality built car must come with a complete folder with receipts, dyno charts and a timeline of everything completed. I saw a 911 turbo S that had a website showing the complete history including videos of work done, right down to every oil change and cutting open the oil filters and even that is no guarantee of no issues.
I recently asked a seller how their kit increased downforce and handling, and they couldn't say and only assumed it would because of the design.
Going back to the Vorsteiner kit, I have the view of only wanting to buy parts that are functional and not just for looks. I like the bonnet on the kit but I would be worried that the extra bonnet vent could alter the aero for the flow coming out of the bonnet and over the wings. If it improved the aero I am sure the Evija would have had them. Why does the GT4 has a robust splitter and rear wing but no additional side skirts if it would make the car better?
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I totally agree that there are some very practical mods, the definition of which is up to each owner. I don't ever plan to sell, but I have said that for almost everything I have ever bought. I am a deeply flawed individual when it comes to discretionary things. Documentation of all kinds will do nothing but improve the ownership experience. And if life takes a turn and you have to sell, paperwork, with photos, etc. is a big help.
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They’re taking preorders FALL 2024. No idea how much it’ll cost, but based on the brand and other kits they’ve made I would guess between 12-14k. Just a guess of course
The rear wing is one of the best I’ve seen for the Emira and, to my eye, follows the lines of the car more than others. Apart from the splitter I wouldn’t go for the other parts. The bonnet (hood) just looks odd and seems out of place with the rest of the car. It’s like they’ve tried to fit an Exige-like bonnet onto the Emira.
RoryBellows
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- Feb 29, 2024
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Looks a bit too aggressive for me but it does make me think that the Emira would look great in Verde Ithaca
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