Some Porsche owners think that the factory gold, red and black enameled hood crest, although timeless and distinctive, is just not "right" for the character of their car. I'm a Porsche owner and enthusiast myself and realize that these cars are not mere transportation. Modifications to the performance, handling and appearance of your Porsche are a expression of the owner's personality.
This is a full size OEM Porsche Hood Crest, carefully bead blasted and refinished in genuine silver plated "highlights" and Matte / Semi Flat Black automotive enamel "lowlights". Each piece is bead blasted to remove the cracked, faded or chipped cloisinee / colored enamel. It is then triple silver plated to protect the finish against the elements. The lowlights are then painted with three coats of a semi-flat / matte automotive quality enamel.
Your crest will also come with a new OEM emblem gasket (Porsche Part #90155921520) and two OEM emblem retaining nuts (Porsche Part #99959142303).
The perfect accent for your Porsche. A great match to the black or silver model designation on the back of your car.
The pictures of the used emblem and the refinishing steps are not pictures of the actual badge you are bidding on. They are included to illustrate the refinishing process that each piece goes through. Each of these pieces is made to order and not a "in stock" item. Since each is custom made it may be 10-15 business days before I refinish your crest and the item ships to you. This is a custom piece made for your Porsche. Please be patient and I promise you will not be disappointed.
Pics shown of the black or black and silver crests are those which I have made for customers in the past.
You should know that all Porsche Hood Crests (901, 996 prefix etc.) are all the same size and are interchangable. The difference in part numbers reflects subtle changes to the badge design (lettering, border etc.). This crest will fit models to include 911, 924, 928, 930, 931, 944, 951, 964, 986 (Boxter), 987 (Cayman), Panamera, 993, 996 and 997. This will not fit 356 models as the badge is a smaller size and mounts with a single post.
CORE OPTION:
Please note I do offer a core exchange option. If you send me a used OEM Porsche Hood Crest (not an eBay knockoff or counterfeit) with both mounting posts intact (not loose or missing), and free of gouges in the face metal I will credit $25 towards your purchase of a refinished emblem. Emblems with cracked, faded or chipped enamel / cloisinee are perfectly acceptable. I do reserve the right however to refuse a core emblem after inspection if it is in unuseable condition. Shipping expenses for sending the core to me are at your expense. If the core is in unacceptable condition it will be returned to you at my expense. Please send me a message through eBay if you wish to pursue this option.
PAYMENT:
Paypal is the preferred payment option and ensures immediate shipment of your purchase. You can pay through Paypal even if you do not have a Paypal account. Payment is due within 7 calendar days of auction end or "buy it now" purchase. Late payments will result in return of your payment, the item being relisted and appropriate feedback posted.
SHIPPING:
USPS Shipping is included in the price of the item.
MOUNTING TIPS:
It can be difficult to stretch the factory mounting gasket around the emblem. Making the gasket pliable is the key to an easy installation. Gently heat the gasket in a container of hot tap water for 10 minutes and the stretch it around the emblem before mounting it on your Porsche.
CAUTION!!! PLEASE NOTE:
When mounting this piece make sure that the retainers are firmly screwed onto the mounting studs but DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THEM. If they are too tight the tension between the mounting studs and the crest may pop the studs off the back. There is also a chance that you can pull the mounting surface (the hood sheet metal) inward creating a dimple effect. I would suggest that instead of over tightening the retainers you apply a small amount of black 3M Trim Adhesive between the crest and the gasket as well as between the gasket and the mounting surface of your Porsche. A 1oz tube of the adhesive is 3M part #03602, costs approximately $6, and is available at most auto parts stores or online at retailers such as amazon.com here:
http://www.amazon.com/3M-03602-Black-Weatherstrip-Adhesive/dp/B000CCFXYY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1335716820&sr=8-4
I will not be responsible for replacing the crest if you ignore the suggestion above, over tighten the retainers, and "pop" the crest off the studs. Mounting the crest is a easy straighforward procedure. If you are hesitant however about mounting the crest yourself you may wish to take it to a Porsche Dealership or qualified Body Shop to complete the installation.
Please look at my feedback and bid with confidence. The item is as pictured and described, no unwelcome surprises here. Happy Bidding!
