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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 03:54 PM
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Hello, I have observed the ongoing reports of owners getting badges from Karmann. That's great, but here is an alternative. I have just installed the pictured badge in the interior of my '04 coupe. It represents yet another way to acknowledge the Crossfire's unique origins. The badge is off a VW Rabbit Cabriolet. They are available on eBay and VW restoration web sites. The one I got was kind of scruffy with the "chrome" lettering worn. I sanded it (the lettering) clean and painted it with silver paint. 70's vintage VW bug convertables also have a Karmann badge with a different shape. These are available as newly manufactured reproduction pieces.
Anyway, I like it and I just wanted to share the look. Best to all.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 04:09 PM
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Default Re: Karmann badge alternative

Originally Posted by sloreflex
Hello, I have observed the ongoing reports of owners getting badges from Karmann. That's great, but here is an alternative. I have just installed the pictured badge in the interior of my '04 coupe. It represents yet another way to acknowledge the Crossfire's unique origins. The badge is off a VW Rabbit Cabriolet. They are available on eBay and VW restoration web sites. The one I got was kind of scruffy with the "chrome" lettering worn. I sanded it (the lettering) clean and painted it with silver paint. 70's vintage VW bug convertables also have a Karmann badge with a different shape. These are available as newly manufactured reproduction pieces.
Anyway, I like it and I just wanted to share the look. Best to all.
early Porsches, also have Karmann badges.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 05:20 PM
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Looks good...Thanks for sharing.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2008 | 05:38 PM
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That does look nice. Thanks.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2008 | 11:21 AM
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That looks great. You've inspired another ebay shopping spree. Thanks!
 
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