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Rear "968" numbers
#1

I am sure this must have been discussed over the years, but I am curious why Porsche would put black numbers on the rear of the black car? I would like to survey other owners of black 968's to hear if you removed them. I guess the same is true for a dark blue car. Anyone ever paint their numbers a different color, like silver?



Thanks, Steve
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93 Black 968 Coupe Black Interior, 6sp, low miles

Previously owned a 94 Polar Silver Coupe Black Interior, 6sp
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#2

Personally, I like the black numbers on my black cab. If the numbers were a different color and, therefore, stood out, I'd have removed them. I go for the "understated" look. However, if a mod I want to do works out, the numbers will permanently disappear - I want to put the third brake light in that location, removing it from the trunk lid.
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i went for the complete understated look - i deleted them altogether



much happier
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94 Midnight Metallic Blue Cab Porsche 968 w/deviating cashmere/black interior and WAY too many mods to list - thanks to eric for creating www.968forums.com



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#4

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i went for the complete understated look - i deleted them altogether



much happier

"

And then there are those of us that go for the "Bling" factor... maybe... not sure yet!



As covered in a recent thread, the different colored numerals are available from Jager Engineering; nice folks.



   
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1994 968 Coupe, Red / Cashmere/Black, 6 spd, [acronym="Limited Slip Differential"]LSD[/acronym], Part Leather, Alpine, Hidden Radar, Airbox Mod, early Engine Decore Panels, more to come!

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#5

and it is amazing how strongly people feel about the polar opposite positions too



funny stuff
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#6

i actually had the lower part of my 9 break off during when I washed the car last time and was looking into getting new numbers...still black. I like the look.



The dealership wants $90 I think though to order them and install for me...it is going to wait.
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'92 968 Cab. Black w/tan interior and black top, 6 speed
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#7

As the saying goes, "Different strokes for different folks". Certainly there's no "right" or "wrong". (Unless, of course, you don't like what I like... <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> )
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#8

That's strange, my black cab has silver numbers (OEM as far as I know). But I have the chrome Jagers enroute as I type.



Tom
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Steve, go for the chrome numbers from Jager Engineering (www.jageng.com) they look great, the price is right and you get to talk with Monique - what else could you ask for? Good luck, Bob Blackwell.
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[quote name='bob blackwell' post='33540' date='Mar 30 2007, 01:08 PM']Steve, go for the chrome numbers from Jager Engineering (www.jageng.com) they look great, the price is right and you get to talk with Monique - what else could you ask for? Good luck, Bob Blackwell.[/quote]



Monique? And I ordered via the Internet? Duhhhhhh.



Tom
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#11

The previous owner had put these brushed nickel numbers on as well as laser-cut Porsche lettering on the back. I kinda like it.



Please excuse the roof-mounted track wheels and tires, only clear pic of the back that I have <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />
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#12

[quote name='Dave' post='33573' date='Mar 31 2007, 06:34 PM']I kinda like it.[/quote]



Me too!

What is that tape or what?



Thanks for all the replies, pictures, and ideas. I am so afraid to change anything on the car. I did put some new black numbers on and I was pleasantly surprised how much better I felt when I saw the new numbers. I look forward to seeing more options when I see lots of you in Hershey. I really hope a lot of people will make the trip!



Steve
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93 Black 968 Coupe Black Interior, 6sp, low miles

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[quote name='csc71' post='33576' date='Mar 31 2007, 08:21 PM']What is that tape or what?[/quote]



Not sure. He explained that they were laser-cut letters he ordered specifically for this. They are silver to match the numbers. Appear to be self-adhesive vinyl and have proven to be quite durable.
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