Ford Ranger T7/T8 Styling: Gloss Black vs Matte Black Kits?
Discussion
Hi everyone,
I’m planning to refresh the exterior of my Ranger T7, looking into wide arch kits, grilles, and maybe a front spoiler.
I’ve noticed that almost 90% of the aftermarket kits out there are Matte Black. Don't get me wrong, matte looks rugged, but doesn't it make the truck look a bit too much like a standard farm/work vehicle after a while? Plus, matte plastic tends to fade and look greyish over time under the sun.
I’m heavily leaning towards a full Gloss Black kit. I feel like gloss black completely transforms the T7/T8, giving it a much more premium, aggressive, and polished look—almost like a high-end factory special edition. The contrast just pops so much better, especially against colours like Sea Grey, Frozen White, or Saber Orange. It matches the factory gloss accents perfectly.
What do you guys think? Am I the only one who thinks Gloss Black is the way to go? If anyone has fitted a gloss black kit to their T7/T8, I’d love to see some photos before I pull the trigger!
I’m planning to refresh the exterior of my Ranger T7, looking into wide arch kits, grilles, and maybe a front spoiler.
I’ve noticed that almost 90% of the aftermarket kits out there are Matte Black. Don't get me wrong, matte looks rugged, but doesn't it make the truck look a bit too much like a standard farm/work vehicle after a while? Plus, matte plastic tends to fade and look greyish over time under the sun.
I’m heavily leaning towards a full Gloss Black kit. I feel like gloss black completely transforms the T7/T8, giving it a much more premium, aggressive, and polished look—almost like a high-end factory special edition. The contrast just pops so much better, especially against colours like Sea Grey, Frozen White, or Saber Orange. It matches the factory gloss accents perfectly.
What do you guys think? Am I the only one who thinks Gloss Black is the way to go? If anyone has fitted a gloss black kit to their T7/T8, I’d love to see some photos before I pull the trigger!
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