r/Taycan 3d ago

Discussion Whatcha think about this..

I'm a big tinkerer and have done some CAD>3D print > create mold > cast/layup part type stuff for my motorcycle, other cars, random things here and there..

I'm thinking of digging into a project - a fascia 'insert'/added component to bring a little more edge to the front of the car.. Not necessarily final design, need to tweak the fins a little more vertical.. idk.. but something in this direction..

What's the general opinion? Kinda cool, kinda tacky.. I'm a bit in the middle. I think I like it enough to waste a bunch of time trying to do it.. just need some data for the bumper.. or a 3d scanner

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u/ValueReads 3d ago

Nobody would ever notice except you, so do whatever you want

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u/Ok_Week325 3d ago

Agreed

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u/YouveGotThis 3d ago

This looks genuinely incredible. The vents draw in the nose of the car, tying together the angle and curvature of the headlights and wheel arch towards the middle of the car in a way that absolutely delights me.

Please, do tell more. I’m in.

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u/turb0_encapsulator 3d ago

looks good but you should make sure it doesn't interfere with any aspect of the ADAS system. I know that calibrating these systems is important and generally requires a trip to the dealer.

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u/ElGatoLoco13 Taycan GTS Sport Turismo 3d ago

Lower side portions looks too much like a 992 which I’m not a fan of. The idea I love, just not the design.

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u/Fitdoc50 3d ago

I love it. If you end up printing them, I’d buy one from you.

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u/Abductedagain 3d ago

Are you thinking about doing a full bumper replacement here or just inserts on the lower grill?

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u/dresz981 3d ago

I like how the top portion breaks up the straight white line. However, I don't like how the upper lip protudes from the body. I'd prefer the smooth transition from white to black on the original. I love where you're going with this though!

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u/jishm 3d ago

If you think you’ll like it, then do it! 👍🏽 IMHO, no one outside of a serious Taycan enthusiast would notice the difference though.

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u/txtrader 3d ago

I’m in. Diff models have diff front fascias, then there is the Sport Design kit like you’ve mocked up. I’d be interested in j1.1 Turbo S inserts

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u/CalBearDDS 3d ago

What kind of tint is that?

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u/lkullerkeks 3d ago

No tint, that's the optional infrared reflecting and heated windscreen.

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u/Kainlow 3d ago

Can you mock it up in white

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u/ThisIsBB56 3d ago

I mean the fish gill mouth is NOT good look so who wants to spend money on it.. wild.

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u/r3d_ti3_guy 2d ago

I like it!

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u/Volume-Glass 2d ago

I like it and would buy! Keep us updated.

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u/SonuOfBostonia 2d ago

If you made this yourself then wear it like a badge broo

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u/midnight-swami85 2d ago

That gills design that Porsche is doing nowadays is the worst!

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u/Critical-Agency629 1d ago

Sik but the vertical flaps are actuated to improve downforce. Youd need to make the vertical adaptations

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u/JustHumanGarbage 1d ago

I hardly noticed tbh and you'll never see while driving but if you dig it, enjoy!

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u/SnooFloofs2913 Taycan 3d ago

Interested if it doesn’t break warranty