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rich_allen



Member Since: 17 Jan 2015
Location: Rutland
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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 S Manual Alaska White
Door Handles... To colour code or gloss black...

Has anyone bought/fitted the colour coded handle covers to their FL2?

Can't decide on white(colour coded) or gloss black.. And should i strip down and get handles painted or just fit the covers...

Full facelift almost completed just a few minor bits left...

Post #267465 20th Jun 2015 4:29 pm
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eddiekol



Member Since: 20 Dec 2014
Location: Bingley
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United Kingdom 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto Zermatt Silver

I've fitted colour-coded stick-ons to my HSE.Although they are not ideal,they look good,and it's only when you see them close up,that you notice that they are not original.Gloss black or white would look good on your's. It's all down to your taste.

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At some point in the future,I shall have them painted,along with the rear tailgate handle and the lower black plastic trim.I have also fitted colour-coded mirror covers,but these will stay.

Post #267472 20th Jun 2015 5:44 pm
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rich_allen



Member Since: 17 Jan 2015
Location: Rutland
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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 S Manual Alaska White

Hmmm, yes yours look good... I think the covers should be fine..

So far i've put side steps, 19" evoque wheels, dynamic front bumper with gloss black grill, gloss black side vents, colour coded wing mirror covers, latest rear boot handle and roof spoiler, reverse camera, latest rear lights, DRL's in place of fog lights, HSE steering wheel and changed stereo...

Just headlights and door handles to go... And maybe electric leather front seats....

Seem to have caught something as can't stop doing things lol

Post #267474 20th Jun 2015 5:52 pm
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eddiekol



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United Kingdom 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto Zermatt Silver

Yours sounds good.
When funds allow, I shall update my front headlights and the rears to LED.Next job will be to have my steering wheel re-upholstered.Much more to do,but want to keep mods subtle.

Post #267475 20th Jun 2015 6:05 pm
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rich_allen



Member Since: 17 Jan 2015
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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 S Manual Alaska White

Yes, apart from stereo upgrade keeping all mine genuine Land Rover where possible

Post #267478 20th Jun 2015 6:23 pm
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rich_allen



Member Since: 17 Jan 2015
Location: Rutland
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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 S Manual Alaska White

Some before and afters...

















Also changed the upper brake light for clear

Its come along way from being a standard commercial needing an engine!!
All in stands me at about 8k to this point with a brand new engine

Also need to get the rest of the dynamic kit to finish the bottom bits off...

Hmmm, list keeps growing.. Lol

Post #267481 20th Jun 2015 6:53 pm
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eddiekol



Member Since: 20 Dec 2014
Location: Bingley
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United Kingdom 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 HSE Auto Zermatt Silver

Yes,I know the feeling!
Since buying my car in December 2014:
Fitted winter tyres to original 18" HSE wheels.
Bought another set of alloys off a later model,as tyres are all good.Would've preferred some larger Evoque wheels.
Changed interior and exterior light bulbs(where possible) to LED.
Changed high-level brake light to clear.
Fitted stick-on chrome tailgate handle cover as a temporary measure.
Stick-on door handle covers and mirror covers (as mentioned previously).
Dog-guard.
Genuine rubber boot mat.
Gel Black and silver badges (not fitted yet - still undecided).
Upgrade headlight bulbs.
Climair wind deflectors.

As mentioned before,led headlights and rear light clusters,refurb steering wheel,updated front bumper and grille,all to follow.
It's only money,lol.

Post #267488 20th Jun 2015 7:21 pm
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rich_allen



Member Since: 17 Jan 2015
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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 S Manual Alaska White

I've done the black and silver badges... Well worth it

Look great

Post #267489 20th Jun 2015 7:24 pm
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RogB



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Yours is looking very similar to mine, loving the face lift bumper

Thumbs Up Thumbs Up Thumbs Up Thumbs Up

Post #267588 21st Jun 2015 3:06 pm
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ReggiePerrin



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England 2013 Freelander 2 SD4 HSE Lux Auto Firenze Red

rich_allen wrote:
Some before and afters...





Nice looking car despite The rather extreme aerial upgrade on both cars. Laughing

Post #267602 21st Jun 2015 5:38 pm
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dunkley201



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Amazing what you can buy at Morrisons these days....... Whistle 10MY (Sept 09) TD4 HSE Auto in Stornoway Grey (Now Gone)

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Post #267612 21st Jun 2015 7:12 pm
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rich_allen



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England 2008 Freelander 2 TD4 S Manual Alaska White

HappyNomad wrote:
rich_allen wrote:
Some before and afters...





Nice looking car despite The rather extreme aerial upgrade on both cars. Laughing



The lengths you have to go to for a good signal.... Wink

Post #267774 23rd Jun 2015 9:07 am
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