New GT Stripes on 03 Silver Birch with pics

[usafsniper]

Here's some pics of my new S-55 GT stripes. These were custom made locally, so if anyone's interested in the measurements, it's 3 5/8" overall height. The outer stripes are 3/8" and the inner stripe 2 1/8" with a 3/8" gap between the stripes. Those were just "eyeball" sizes I came up with after looking at older Mustang GT 350 stripes on the net.

[BillyGman]

I think that's rather tastfull since the stripes aren't huge, and don't jump out at you. Nice...:up:

[Hotrauder]

I like those stripes. First I have seen I really like.:beer:

[klmore]

I like those stripes. First I have seen I really like.:beer: I agree those are the first stripes that I like.

Good Job:D

[Shora]

Looks really good on the Silver B. White stripes might look good on a DTR. Anyway, it is VERY ORIGINAL.

[Merc-O-matic]

Lookin' sharp....nice job.
That'll teach the "Grandpa" in a Silver Grand Marquis what it's
all about!

Gotta Love It! :D

[hdirish50]

Looks Good :rock:

[seans]

very sharp!!!

[FordNut]

Nice addition

[usafsniper]

Appreciate the comments...now if I can find a suitable cowl induction style hood I'll be a happy camper.

[ckadiddle]

Nice touch! Well Done.

[Directedby]

looks great.

[HwyCruiser]

Looks good! :up:

[NAVCHAP]

But then again, I'm biased. LOL! -kjs-

[Bowman9]

Looks good, I like the font.

[fastblackmerc]

Looks good, I like the font.
Looks good. Nice job! :banana:

[BK_GrandMarquis]

Nicely done. :2thumbs:

[Redster]

looks good.

I think I would have gone for white. But it's your car.

[usafsniper]

looks good.

I think I would have gone for white. But it's your car.I tried white against the paint, but it didn't seem to contrast enough. I would have needed to go with a really glossy white to make the stripes stand out, which seemed out of place.

[Dan]

What does the S-55 stand for?

Nice look, BTW.

Best,

Dan

[FastMerc]

Very nice another addition to the S55 heritage,Just think af all the ideas were giving to Ford:D

[usafsniper]

What does the S-55 stand for?

Nice look, BTW.

Best,

DanS55 Leviathan 1963 1/2 Marauder http://www.supermotors.org/vehicles/articles/lfm-issue04-a1-1.php

"From the article"
Actually making its mid-year debut as a 63-1/2 model, the 2-door Marauder was the "fastback" alternative to the massive 215"-long Monterey 4-door sedan (remember that reverse-slanting "Breeze-way" window that actually rolled down?). The Marauder was styled for the sixties with its stately road presence, elegant roof line, and optional S-55 "Buck Rogers" interior. yes sir, this was a car for the young at heart. A country club cruiser, a car to arrive in.

The Marauder, based on the Monterey body style, had a stylish new "fastback" roof line and a very classy road persona. The key differences in the Marauder S-55 (in addition to exclusive trim and badging) were the bucket seats and console, and most importantly, the availability of the 427 "Marauder V8."

[RoyLPita]

Very nice.

[Dan]

Thanks for sharing so much information about the history of this car. I really, really appreciate it.

Dan

[Leadfoot281]

I like the stripes, however, as an owner of an 04 Silver Birch MM, I sort of dislike the black rocker moulding. I think it makes the car look taller from the side. Almost like the cars been lifted a bit.

I think Ford should have painted these body color on the SB and DTR cars. Has anyone else noticed this?

As I said, I do like the stripes, but I think they'd stand out a little more with the moulding painted silver.

Just my two cents...

[usafsniper]

I like the stripes, however, as an owner of an 04 Silver Birch MM, I sort of dislike the black rocker moulding. I think it makes the car look taller from the side. Almost like the cars been lifted a bit.

I think Ford should have painted these body color on the SB and DTR cars. Has anyone else noticed this?

As I said, I do like the stripes, but I think they'd stand out a little more with the moulding painted silver.

Just my two cents...
I agree with you there, but short of having them professionally painted, don't have a fix other than actually lowering the car. I do understand the purpose though, since that part of the car takes the most beating from the road with bugs, tar, etc., being slung off the tires.

[mtnh]

Nice touch! The car and the stripes look great.

The apartments in the background look a bit drab, though. :)

[usafsniper]

[The apartments in the background look a bit drab, though.] :)[/QUOTE]





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