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Outside door handle: pull-out like bmw, mercedes?

Ok, so I used to be totally into the shaved look but have since 'refined' my taste and have started going more toward the factory or modified factory (ie: svt, etc...) look.  I'm looking toward to the next couple years which will hopefully cover body, engine bay hole filling, etc... and paint.  The average fox door handle is often worn out, feels junky and (as I'm told by MANY passengers) is very hard to pull - they always say "it's locked."  So, I was thinking of possibly trying to scavenge some pull handles.  Something like this perhaps:



I don't mind modifying the mechanism and doing the body work to incorporate them.  I'd probably remove the key hole on the outside as well (alarm to unlock, hidden mechanical door pop in case the battery dies)...  just a thought.  It may sound crazy, or ugly...idk  Any input?
1988 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
'89 5.0 w/ ported intakes, Mallory Adjustable FPR, BBK shorties and H with 2.5" Flows, 130 amp 3G, 89 Mustang comp/wiring, Aluminum radiator w/ elec fan, T5 trans, King Cobra clutch, 3.55 gears, 13" Cobra brakes (front), Wilwood prop valve, Mustang A-arms, Front Coil-overs, MM CC plates, Silver 17x9 R's, 03 Cobra IRS, Aluminum DS, 2002 Mustang dash/console etc..., custom leather seats

Outside door handle: pull-out like bmw, mercedes?

Reply #1 –
I like the whole metal factor.
1986 Cougar LS

Outside door handle: pull-out like bmw, mercedes?

Reply #2 –
THe S197 Mustang handles are basically the same setup as you have pictured.... A common problem with them is that they won't return into position after you've pulled on them and let go.  I.E they get worn out and stick out.  They are easy enough to push back in....  No issues with mine...YET.

Many cars that use this setup have no keyhole on the passenger side handle...
-- 05 Mustang GT-Whipplecharged !!
--87 5.0 Trick Flow Heads & Intake - Custom Cam - Many other goodies...3100Lbs...Low12's!

Outside door handle: pull-out like bmw, mercedes?

Reply #3 –
interesting!  you're right...  I didn't think of the stanger bangers!  My buddies passenger side handle does that.  I'm going to look at the whole unit at the JY this weekend...  I know they have a couple 197's but they may have no doors...  lol
1988 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
'89 5.0 w/ ported intakes, Mallory Adjustable FPR, BBK shorties and H with 2.5" Flows, 130 amp 3G, 89 Mustang comp/wiring, Aluminum radiator w/ elec fan, T5 trans, King Cobra clutch, 3.55 gears, 13" Cobra brakes (front), Wilwood prop valve, Mustang A-arms, Front Coil-overs, MM CC plates, Silver 17x9 R's, 03 Cobra IRS, Aluminum DS, 2002 Mustang dash/console etc..., custom leather seats
 

Outside door handle: pull-out like bmw, mercedes?

Reply #4 –
hahaha!  just had to add...  I just looked for some mustang door handle pics on google forgetting that my friends 05 is in my garage while he's in alaska!  ha!  ok, out to the garage.  Maybe I'll borrow his and he won't notice...?
1988 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
'89 5.0 w/ ported intakes, Mallory Adjustable FPR, BBK shorties and H with 2.5" Flows, 130 amp 3G, 89 Mustang comp/wiring, Aluminum radiator w/ elec fan, T5 trans, King Cobra clutch, 3.55 gears, 13" Cobra brakes (front), Wilwood prop valve, Mustang A-arms, Front Coil-overs, MM CC plates, Silver 17x9 R's, 03 Cobra IRS, Aluminum DS, 2002 Mustang dash/console etc..., custom leather seats