Body Side Molding Removal

Came across a very nice relatively low mileage 968 coupe in a color I like, but the only thing is I can't get past the body side moldings. I realize they were an option and serve to protect the car from parking lot scum, but they take away from the gorgeous 968 lines.

Does anyone know if there is a safe way to remove them?

thanks:rob

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Permalink Reply by Thomas Niejadlik on February 8, 2011 at 5:57pm

Had them on my red coupe. I felt the same way. I removed them pretty easily. All that's left is the rubber adhesive strip. It's 10 degrees in my garage so I'll wait till spring to remove that but I did work on a test area. Came off with a little adhesive remover and elbow grease. Polished up nicely. Be careful of paint fade. Depending on the color of your car expect the paint to be a different color underneath. Mine's not too bad. You don't notice it unless you are looking for it but I've heard it can be bad.

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Permalink Reply by Rob Adams on February 8, 2011 at 6:56pm

Thanks for the reply. I'm starting to get over them but it's good to know they can be removed if needed. This car is so unmolested, I'm thinking I will leave them in to stay original. Who knows, they may save a ding someday!

Body Side Molding Removal

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