Shark fin on roof.

Tank33 · 10-31-2009, 11:35 PM

So today I was at my local tire shop where I always go to switch over my tires, and I seen a nice silver BMW coupe sitting outside. I stared at it for a while and I started to wonder.

Has anyone ever tried to put a BMW shark fin on the roof of a GA? I thought it might look good near the back, but was having a hard time visualizing it.

Thoughts? Discuss please folks!

burgett2103 · 10-31-2009, 11:47 PM

that would be cool

OR

instead of being like a bmw, put a dildo on top and be like the weenie mobile
j/k

but somebody should photoshop that it might actually look pretty BA

cardude007617 · 10-31-2009, 11:48 PM

idk, i personally like the "in the glass" type. that way you have no stupid antenna sticking up anywhere on the car.

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-01-2009, 12:06 AM

Buy the lame fake antennas from Autozone. Sounds like you'd like the whole lineup of ghey they have to offer.

himfanzach · 11-01-2009, 12:21 AM

For a xm or sirrus radio yes it be 10x better then the other antenas other wise yeah kinda **** ok no kinda if non functioning

Tank33 · 11-01-2009, 12:34 AM

Everyone does the same things, and then says "oh look oh look, I did what the other 10,000 GA owners did" Before you go calling it "ghey" [ChaosweaveR] maybe your better off not saying anything at all. When people come up with an idea, or ask for a discussion, be constructive...it's really not that difficult.

I am trying to make this car into something no one else really has. Yes, I have a 5 ft tall CB antenna hanging off my trunk lid, but, only one other member on here can say that, it seems no one wants to be unique anymore.

ANYWAYS...is there anyone here willing to try and photoshop that? I think it might not look to bad, on the right GA, then again it might look hideous who knows. I usually can picture things in my head very well but I can't really picture this.

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-01-2009, 04:12 AM

It'll look stupid because it is. Making it functional will be a lot of work, and it's not worth it just because you like the look of it on a BMW. GA's don't need a whole bunch of extra crap to look "unique". Less is more when it comes to complimenting the style of the GA, not adding focking antennas to the roof.

Weman · 11-01-2009, 07:17 AM

Imm gunna do it using a monte carlo antenna and its not gunna be that hard. A handmade rubber gaskat and washer bolt it down, wire it up. Easy as ****

AaronGTR · 11-01-2009, 07:53 AM

I'd rather not drill holes in my roof where I can get potential water leaks/rust out.

I have a powered hidden antenna from autoloc on the inside of my windshield, since I shaved the stock antenna, and it gets awesome reception and you can't see it.

SSRacer · 11-01-2009, 07:56 AM

I'm gonna put some vortex generators on my roof like the EVO MR had....

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-01-2009, 08:21 AM

Think of all the downfarce ya gonna get nao!

masterami · 11-01-2009, 12:45 PM

Seen it done before, I think its pointless though?

2000 GT Coupe · 11-01-2009, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tank33

Everyone does the same things, and then says "oh look oh look, I did what the other 10,000 GA owners did" Before you go calling it "ghey" [ChaosweaveR] maybe your better off not saying anything at all. When people come up with an idea, or ask for a discussion, be constructive...it's really not that difficult.

I am trying to make this car into something no one else really has. Yes, I have a 5 ft tall CB antenna hanging off my trunk lid, but, only one other member on here can say that, it seems no one wants to be unique anymore.

ANYWAYS...is there anyone here willing to try and photoshop that? I think it might not look to bad, on the right GA, then again it might look hideous who knows. I usually can picture things in my head very well but I can't really picture this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by [ChaosweaveR]

It'll look stupid because it is. Making it functional will be a lot of work, and it's not worth it just because you like the look of it on a BMW. GA's don't need a whole bunch of extra crap to look "unique". Less is more when it comes to complimenting the style of the GA, not adding focking antennas to the roof.

I don't know how well the reception would be, the eclipse deck in the 3 series does not get very good fm reception with that antenna.

However I know gm went with that type of antenna on later models so I dont think it would look stupid.

cardude007617 · 11-01-2009, 08:29 PM

those little ones on the GM cars are usually for sat radio

2000 GT Coupe · 11-01-2009, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cardude007617

those little ones on the GM cars are usually for sat radio

The one on the BMW is local and Sat radio. The red one in my pic is Sirius ready and the antenna in plug on the original radio is the exact same as the Sirius unit.

Tank33 · 11-02-2009, 12:47 AM

Wish I could remember the model # of the BMW I saw. The fin was longer than what is on the GM and the red car shown above, the longer one makes it look better IMO.

RPO3 · 11-02-2009, 01:48 AM

I have a fin...came stock with xm

Weman · 11-02-2009, 06:45 AM

I wouldn't put it at the front tho, I'd be back center for me. I'm on my blackberry or I'd do it myself but can someone post a picture of a monte carlo? Those are a bit longer and look more functional.

DrFabulous · 11-02-2009, 06:54 AM

Alero antenna swap ftw

[ChaosweaveR] · 11-02-2009, 07:05 AM

I've never noticed them on the Aleros before. What's different?

10-31-2009, 11:35 PM	#1
Tank33 GAGT - Member AKA: Tank Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 285 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am GT1	Shark fin on roof. So today I was at my local tire shop where I always go to switch over my tires, and I seen a nice silver BMW coupe sitting outside. I stared at it for a while and I started to wonder. Has anyone ever tried to put a BMW shark fin on the roof of a GA? I thought it might look good near the back, but was having a hard time visualizing it. Thoughts? Discuss please folks!

10-31-2009, 11:48 PM	#3
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	idk, i personally like the "in the glass" type. that way you have no stupid antenna sticking up anywhere on the car. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

11-01-2009, 12:06 AM	#4
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	Buy the lame fake antennas from Autozone. Sounds like you'd like the whole lineup of ghey they have to offer. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

11-01-2009, 12:21 AM	#5
himfanzach KAOTICKUSTOMS.COM AKA: I Wonder?? Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: evansville IN Posts: 455 Vehicle: 03*** alero coupe	For a xm or sirrus radio yes it be 10x better then the other antenas other wise yeah kinda **** ok no kinda if non functioning __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2986943 some pics on car is in progress now

11-01-2009, 04:12 AM	#7
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	It'll look stupid because it is. Making it functional will be a lot of work, and it's not worth it just because you like the look of it on a BMW. GA's don't need a whole bunch of extra crap to look "unique". Less is more when it comes to complimenting the style of the GA, not adding focking antennas to the roof. __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

10-31-2009, 11:47 PM	#2
burgett2103 Sounds for Dayzzz AKA: Nick Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Tonica, IL Age: 30 Posts: 1,886 Vehicle: 03 GAGT/98 Chevy 1500	that would be cool OR instead of being like a bmw, put a dildo on top and be like the weenie mobile j/k but somebody should photoshop that it might actually look pretty BA

11-01-2009, 12:34 AM	#6
Tank33 GAGT - Member AKA: Tank Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 285 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am GT1	Everyone does the same things, and then says "oh look oh look, I did what the other 10,000 GA owners did" Before you go calling it "ghey" [ChaosweaveR] maybe your better off not saying anything at all. When people come up with an idea, or ask for a discussion, be constructive...it's really not that difficult. I am trying to make this car into something no one else really has. Yes, I have a 5 ft tall CB antenna hanging off my trunk lid, but, only one other member on here can say that, it seems no one wants to be unique anymore. ANYWAYS...is there anyone here willing to try and photoshop that? I think it might not look to bad, on the right GA, then again it might look hideous who knows. I usually can picture things in my head very well but I can't really picture this.

11-01-2009, 07:17 AM	#8
Weman GAGT - Member AKA: James Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 435 Vehicle: 1990 Grand Am GT Coupe	Imm gunna do it using a monte carlo antenna and its not gunna be that hard. A handmade rubber gaskat and washer bolt it down, wire it up. Easy as ****

11-01-2009, 07:53 AM	#9
AaronGTR BlingWithBallz AKA: Aaron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Detroit area, MI Age: 43 Posts: 12,254 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT1 2dr	I'd rather not drill holes in my roof where I can get potential water leaks/rust out. I have a powered hidden antenna from autoloc on the inside of my windshield, since I shaved the stock antenna, and it gets awesome reception and you can't see it. __________________ The few, the proud, the boosted! 13.788 @ 103.73 mph (3/2011) 320 whp and 300 ft/lbs torque. (3/2011) See it here. the total package.

11-01-2009, 07:56 AM	#10
SSRacer Speed Racer AKA: Sean Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Age: 43 Posts: 1,440 Vehicle: 2002 Grand Am GT Sedan	I'm gonna put some vortex generators on my roof like the EVO MR had.... __________________ 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 http://cardomain.com/id/ssgohan Don't take life too seriously, you'll never get out alive. If it ain't broke, don't Microsoft it.

11-01-2009, 08:21 AM	#11
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	Think of all the downfarce ya gonna get nao! __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

11-01-2009, 12:45 PM	#12
masterami GAGT - Member AKA: Johnathon Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Across the world Posts: 59 Vehicle: 2002 GT1	Seen it done before, I think its pointless though?

11-01-2009, 08:29 PM	#14
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	those little ones on the GM cars are usually for sat radio __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

11-02-2009, 12:47 AM	#16
Tank33 GAGT - Member AKA: Tank Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 285 Vehicle: 2004 Grand Am GT1	Wish I could remember the model # of the BMW I saw. The fin was longer than what is on the GM and the red car shown above, the longer one makes it look better IMO.

11-02-2009, 01:48 AM	#17
RPO3 BayBeee AKA: Ron Join Date: May 2008 Location: Daytona Beach, FL. Age: 34 Posts: 901 Vehicle: 2004 Grand AM GT Sedan	I have a fin...came stock with xm __________________

11-02-2009, 06:45 AM	#18
Weman GAGT - Member AKA: James Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 435 Vehicle: 1990 Grand Am GT Coupe	I wouldn't put it at the front tho, I'd be back center for me. I'm on my blackberry or I'd do it myself but can someone post a picture of a monte carlo? Those are a bit longer and look more functional.

11-02-2009, 06:54 AM	#19
DrFabulous FIGJAM AKA: Matt Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: MN Posts: 9,675 Vehicle: Acura\|Chevy\|Porsche	Alero antenna swap ftw __________________ '18 Acura MDX Kid hauler '15 Chevrolet Tahoe Toy Hauler '01 Porsche Boxster Project

11-02-2009, 07:05 AM	#20
[ChaosweaveR] So that's Vtec... AKA: Chris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Medford, NY Age: 34 Posts: 6,783 Vehicle: ‘15 Honda Accord Sport	I've never noticed them on the Aleros before. What's different? __________________ 2015 Honda Accord Sport Sedan: K24W 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES: 4G64

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