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Hey guys, so I just picked up a R34 GT Skyline with some damage in the front and rear bumpers and the bonnet. Instead of replacing them with the same part, I was considering having a custom bodykit made up. Basically, I need front bumper, wheel arches, side skirts and rear bumper. But I've never had to have anything like this made before so I don't really know where to start. If i wanted it made from scratch, what sorts of prices would i be looking at? And does anyone know a good place in Perth to contact about the job?

All help appreciated.

Thanks

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You gotta find a bodykit place that'll be willing to do it.. It's not cheap.. why not just get aftermarket kits already available?

Yeah I've settled on a nice front bumper. I was keen to do the whole individual sort of thing, but at the end of the day, I can make my baby just as individual with nice paint, rims, a mixed body kit and a nice engine.

Thanks mate

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haha i remember you now.. you're that dude that wanted to make the uber photochopped skyline.. I thought you said you worked in the mines or something and had lots of money to do it to a GTR..

So instead you bought a cosmetically damaged N/A??? Sounds like you were just a school kid..

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Actually I left the mines dick wad. And I joined the military full time. Decided I'd do something that actually made a difference. And although I did in fact post that GTR photoshopped picture, I seriously considered having certain parts of it put into practice. But then again, since that time I've become engaged, left the mines (as stated above), am expecting a kid and kinda need to control my spending a bit, so the GTR was out of the question. But thank you for your judgmental point of view and I wish you the best with whatever projects you have going.

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