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Tribute Z3gato (?!!)

16 Apr 2019, 7:10pm
The rear windscreen trip is that plastic chrome stuff.
17 Apr 2019, 11:15am
Here are the pics, I managed to figure out how to make my phone a hotspot.

Side View of window frame


Side/Rear view of window frame and rear screen


I can't remember if the top of the frame incorporates the rain gutter but I think so, I will have to check with Chris.
17 Apr 2019, 5:59pm
Barber wrote:
...Side View of window frame...


That "rear quarter" window looks rather swish.

Scope for a future builder to make a pillar-less coupe.
17 Apr 2019, 8:12pm
It works really well with the Z3 window . Some matt black and it would look like a pillar-less design. Looks good regardless !
18 Apr 2019, 7:24am
Barber – I’m not on Facebook, so great to see those photos on here. :cool:

I know developing the buck can be a difficult process, but it really does look the business.

Good luck, Paul. :)
19 Apr 2019, 10:25am
Getting close on the front

Chris has nearly finished on the area around the grill. See pics below painted in Maranello Green.





I hope that the Ford Motor Company do not take offence. :biggrin:
19 Apr 2019, 2:50pm
Windows look brilliant. As does the whole car frankly.

It's another level completely from the SWB - awesome work.
19 Apr 2019, 7:04pm
Barber wrote:
Chris has nearly finished on the area around the grill. See pics below painted in Maranello Green.





I hope that the Ford Motor Company do not take offence. :biggrin:


That looks a little more red than green!
If you have some green pics - please share!
I think one of my 911 projects is currently shaking in the garage knowing I’m looking at this...
20 Apr 2019, 1:43am
key word "Maranello"
20 Apr 2019, 7:36am
Just been working on a Boston Green Z3, very similar colour to the 550. Would save painting all the door shuts.

I think Smash is being a bit hard on the 250. Mine was a relatively simple build, the only problem being the front door shuts. This has now been resolved so is a much easier build, if the Z3gato is anywhere close in the way of fit and finish then it will be a winner. Bear in mind that it doesn't have door skins so should be a doddle to build.
20 Apr 2019, 2:20pm
Boston green is a great choice. So is the BMW dark green (BMW307).
20 Apr 2019, 7:02pm
Jaguartvr wrote:
Just been working on a Boston Green Z3, very similar colour to the 550. Would save painting all the door shuts.

I think Smash is being a bit hard on the 250. Mine was a relatively simple build, the only problem being the front door shuts. This has now been resolved so is a much easier build, if the Z3gato is anywhere close in the way of fit and finish then it will be a winner. Bear in mind that it doesn't have door skins so should be a doddle to build.


Eh? Was just talking about the design and details so far - no one mentioned door shuts :)

Every new Tribute design seems to raise the bar in terms of styling and detailing - just think this is looking really impressive
23 Apr 2019, 12:59am
Any thoughts about door handle changes?
Will you leave it as is or something different?
I’m guessing as there are no door skins, that might be a challenge.
I’ve seen a few different types on Z cars on the net.
Even one that seemed to have some sort of old fashioned draw type 1/4 cup handle with a single push button next to it.
23 Apr 2019, 8:44am
Munky wrote:
Any thoughts about door handle changes?
Will you leave it as is or something different?
I’m guessing as there are no door skins, that might be a challenge.
I’ve seen a few different types on Z cars on the net.
Even one that seemed to have some sort of old fashioned draw type 1/4 cup handle with a single push button next to it.


Chris has suggested some Fiat type handles similar to those fitted by WCA on his Z300S. Apparently you can get them with a large mounting plate supplied. The pics have gone from WCAs thread, but you can see it on the Tribute website, it is the black one at the top. However, I may just put chrome covers on the existing handles. I like the look of some of the early BMW series handles. Something for me to research (again).
23 Apr 2019, 9:14pm
Barber wrote:
Yes, like that, but not yellow.


The only ones I could find for sale :biggrin:
24 Apr 2019, 12:11am
£200! I’d want them gold plated for that! :)

Who knew Fiat part prices could rival Porsche prices...

They would look darn cool though.
24 Apr 2019, 12:18pm
Barber wrote:
Yes, like that, but not yellow.
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24 Apr 2019, 12:26pm
redratbike wrote:
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Replied. The ones with the door panel section are the ones Chris meant I believe.