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Pin striping, will the BMW purists approve?
Almost ten years ago when I lived in the Washington DC area, I found a guy “Jack of Arts” from Elliot City MD. who does paint pin striping freehand, he did a great job on a couple of my cars. I recently found out that he is planning a trip to my current home area in Chattanooga, TN.
While he is here, I am planning to have him stripe both of my Bimmers. I am looking for something conservative, not the traditional American Hot Rod style. Has anyone done striping on your rides and if so, could you post a few pics for inspiration? |
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ok, posted on 4/6 so not an April fools - had to verify - j/k!
I love the subtle paint work on older Alpinas. Curious to see how it turns out - please share pics!
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It's your car and you should do what you want. Maybe a photoshop first? Personally, pin stripes seem SO 70's to me. Goes along with a Landeau roof, but hell, it's been a while since I have seen a pinstripe on a bimmer. My E30 had one in 1987.
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I agree that it’s not often seen these days, that is part of what makes me like the idea. If done well and not over the top, I think stripes can make an already beautiful car even better.
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