Hamann hardtops...
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No and no....not had much time for anything recently. I had a go on Photoshop looking at different colours. Not impressed with grey so its more of a black/silver choice now, more likely the latter. I have not managed to get a realistic looking silver on Photoshop so need to try again with that. I have the hardtop fitting ok now so it just needs prep and paint. I'm not in a rush though, sorry to disappoint! Recent effort has been getting some loose ends complete with the V8 conversion. Thats all complete as of last weekend so the hardtop and my new bonnet is the next 'project'.
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I'm no expert, and I havent used photoshop for yonks, but cant you sample the colour of the car and then use that for the roof?
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oh wow, a hamann hardtop has finally hit british shores! well done Deano for taking the plunge, it looks fantastic!.
Not so good to hear work is need after such a big price but I genuinely believe it will all be worthwhile once you've finished.
As for color, imo you should stick with artic silver, this top looks so good I reckon body coloured will bring out the lines the best.
Will keep watching with interest!
Not so good to hear work is need after such a big price but I genuinely believe it will all be worthwhile once you've finished.
As for color, imo you should stick with artic silver, this top looks so good I reckon body coloured will bring out the lines the best.
Will keep watching with interest!
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Cheers Shanty. It sounds bad that it didn't fit, but I would have been more surprised if it did considering how often these get manufactured. A couple of hours work had the fit sorted. Paint is the next job and Arctic Silver is the plan. Here it is now, perhaps I should just lacquer over the guide coat for a novel look
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Cannot wait to see this painted and fitted..
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I can't understand how it would make a difference to the fit just because they dont make many. Surely they just are made around a mould so the shape would be the same whether you made one 2 years ago or just yesterday.
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For the price I would expect perfect fit and service from Hamann and Autovogue IMHO
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Its been a long time coming but here she is fitted, and looking good. The colour match is pretty good, as is the fit. The fitting instructions are a bit naff but the parts are all fine and the fitting kits works ok. I got some windscreen sealing adhesive and primer and used that for the rear screen. I think silver was the best choice - what do you think?
I'm taking the car to Northumberland this week on business so will take more pics.
I'm taking the car to Northumberland this week on business so will take more pics.
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Looking good, silver wins hands down imo
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I'm glad the hard work you have had to put into it to make it work has paid off it looks outstanding.
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Lookin good bud, silver deffo best choice.
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No no no
Now I neeeeed one
Why could you not just do a botch job that looked crap so I could finally get one of these out of my system
Now that is one mean looking hardtop and makes me OEM one look a bit naf
Now I neeeeed one
Why could you not just do a botch job that looked crap so I could finally get one of these out of my system
Now that is one mean looking hardtop and makes me OEM one look a bit naf
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Looks mean!
Great work. Do you do bonnets?
Cheers R.
Great work. Do you do bonnets?
Cheers R.
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Was worried that it was going to be a poor fit and look awful, which would have been a real shame. Thankfully it looks ace and really good in silver.
Most people will be put off getting one by the amount of work you had to do, so that is going to keep it much more exclusive!
Most people will be put off getting one by the amount of work you had to do, so that is going to keep it much more exclusive!
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Wow the hardtop looks awesome. Great job on the paintwork too loads more satisfying learning to do it yourself than just paying someone. Another string to the bow and all that
Looking forward to seeing a few more angles too!
Looking forward to seeing a few more angles too!
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I really want to puke....with envy....looks exceptional....lets see more pics!!
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Looks brilliant great work. I can see some more of them being made now
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Oh my word that looks HARD AS NAILS. Cracking job bud, as already said, must feel pretty special, bet you get lots of comments! Whats the interior finish?
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Thanks for the comments. The inside finish is just black painted and not a good finish at that, so needs some attention at some point.
When driving its noticeable how low the rear window is. Im average height and cant see to the horizon through the mirror.
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When driving its noticeable how low the rear window is. Im average height and cant see to the horizon through the mirror.
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Is it possible to have a lining fitted by a trimmer or is this another talent you have.Deano1712 wrote:Thanks for the comments. The inside finish is just black painted and not a good finish at that, so needs some attention at some point.
With all the work you have put in, I bet you want it completely perfect in and out
Looking great Deano
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Perhaps you might look into a small camera fitted into the rear bumper...it'll help with the rear view???
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Let me know if you are selling your OEM top then Jon. Still looking Imola or black top for HamishJonttt wrote:No no no
Now I neeeeed one
Why could you not just do a botch job that looked crap so I could finally get one of these out of my system
Now that is one mean looking hardtop and makes me OEM one look a bit naf
Btw- top is looking good Deano.
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Your hardtop looks really good good colour too. You have certainly put the hours in to the top to get to this point. I admire your patience with this project as it has not been an easy ride. Great work.
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As JC, RH and JM would put it: This has to be the most sorted Z3M.... in the world!
IMHO it's either ragtop or the Hamann hardtop for Z3s, no other options. I don't always agree with Hamann styling but they really nailed it with the hardtop. Transforms the whole car to something aggressive and awesome.
IMHO it's either ragtop or the Hamann hardtop for Z3s, no other options. I don't always agree with Hamann styling but they really nailed it with the hardtop. Transforms the whole car to something aggressive and awesome.
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Deanno when are you doing the £100 copies
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Haha I'm thinking of renting access to forum members. £100 gets you 1 hour alone with the hardtop in my garage. Privacy is assured. No tongues alowed though.
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I reckon I could make a paper mâché copy in an hourDeano1712 wrote:Haha I'm thinking of renting access to forum members. £100 gets you 1 hour alone with the hardtop in my garage. Privacy is assured. No tongues alowed though.
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WoW
I would love to get hold of one of these or a copy...
I would love to get hold of one of these or a copy...
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I think it needs to be sent to me in SA....Given a couple of months, I'm sure I can get them knocked off at half the price or less....
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Yalden, what's the serial number on yours?
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First is part #, second - probably should be serial number, but looks like it's repeating.
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Mine has 3000 on it too. Have you stolen mine? Im not at home now so will check its still there when i get back
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