What's your #1 favorite or most wanted mod for your 2er?

Sir Thomas Bombadil · 01-27-2016, 02:50 PM

I'm a sucker for dual slat grilles, so I'll probably be snagging those first.

I've heard the ones from jbspeed are good.

BEM-S4 · 01-27-2016, 02:55 PM

Oh, and in an extreme case of "when OCD goes wrong" I pulled off the Proclip logo, plasti dipped it and reinstalled. Couldn't just discard because there's a screw udner there that's not that nice to look at.

Supernaut · 01-30-2016, 11:06 AM

1) Clutch stop
2) M Performance Exhaust - gawd I love that sound!
3) Body colored mirror covers

senorandrew · 02-10-2016, 02:57 AM

I've got a completely stock 220i and I'm finally looking to get some mods done, its Valencia Orange. Anything I should be looking at in particular? I'm planning on getting a JB4 tune done and getting new tyres. I'm in Sydney keep in mind. Thank you in advance

Thebush121 · 02-10-2016, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Sir Thomas Bombadil

I'm a sucker for dual slat grilles, so I'll probably be snagging those first.

I've heard the ones from jbspeed are good.

I have the gloss ones on mine and I am satisfied with them. Good quality.

Al3xi_GP · 02-10-2016, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by NEUE02

While others have wasted their money on tunes, suspension and aero bits, I have performed mods that clearly improved my M235i performance. Eat your hearts out you posers.

Dinan sun visor sticker removal:

How did you manage to remove the sun visor sticker? its rather annoying

bimmerfile · 02-10-2016, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Sir Thomas Bombadil

I'm a sucker for dual slat grilles, so I'll probably be snagging those first.

I've heard the ones from jbspeed are good.

I bought the JBSpeed dual slat grills. They're a 2 part construction (frame and slats).
I preferred a less aggressive look so I used the OEM chrome frames and the JBSpeed dual slats.
BTW, The leftover parts (black frame and black OEM single slats) make for a perfect M Performance grill...

EternalVendetta · 02-10-2016, 06:52 PM

My next mod will definitely be a new exhaust, probably the M Performance one. I plan on getting that in a few months.

Stunad · 02-12-2016, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmerfile

I bought the JBSpeed dual slat grills. They're a 2 part construction (frame and slats).
I preferred a less aggressive look so I used the OEM chrome frames and the JBSpeed dual slats.
BTW, The leftover parts (black frame and black OEM single slats) make for a perfect M Performance grill...

Very nice. Prefer this look definitely to the all black grill.
I guess you still need to remove the grill completely to install the dual slats? Seems to be a pita the grill removal. Or is it not too bad?

bimmerfile · 02-12-2016, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Stunad

Very nice. Prefer this look definitely to the all black grill.
I guess you still need to remove the grill completely to install the dual slats? Seems to be a pita the grill removal. Or is it not too bad?

Yes the OEM grills will need to be removed from the vehicle and the slats will need to be removed from both sets of grills and swapped - but that latter part is super simple.
The removal of the grills from the vehicle is a bit more problematic - although not for me.

I had it done when I took delivery of my M235i. I brought the SBPeed dual slat grills with me and asked them to replace the single OEM slats with the dual slats. I didn't get charged for it.

I understand that some of the service guys know how to pull them out in a single tug, so it may be very simple thing for them.
There is at least one thread on the 2Addicts forum showing several ways to remove the grills.
BTW, If you're on good terms with your service guys, they may do you a solid.

Y0tsuya · 02-12-2016, 05:45 PM

I've added the following so far to the car:

* Mini 0805 dashcam, power tapped from rearview mirror,

View post on imgur.com

* Opticoat
* Xpel door edge protectors
* Magnetic tablet mount (Nexus 7 slides over one of the cup holders and clicks into place)
* Pedalbox - this is a biggie since it eliminates the throttle response dead zone for the first few degrees of travel and makes heel and toe bearable for me.

MrBucket · 02-12-2016, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmerfile

I bought the JBSpeed dual slat grills. They're a 2 part construction (frame and slats).
I preferred a less aggressive look so I used the OEM chrome frames and the JBSpeed dual slats.
BTW, The leftover parts (black frame and black OEM single slats) make for a perfect M Performance grill...

Doing this to mine for sure

csg · 02-13-2016, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by NEUE02

The hooks are an Audi OEM part. (The "Sport" part was a joke.

) Pricing ranges from about $18-25 depending on the source. Audi part number 6Y5867615C

That is superb, how did you install it? Did the stars align and it just magically fit? or was there some fabrication involved? That is a perfect solution to semi-spirited drives back from the grocery store.

A photo of the mounting solution would be greatly appreciated!

NEUE02 · 02-13-2016, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by csg

That is superb, how did you install it? Did the stars align and it just magically fit? or was there some fabrication involved? That is a perfect solution to semi-spirited drives back from the grocery store.

A photo of the mounting solution would be greatly appreciated!

The spots to mount the hooks are really up to you but if you hold them up you will see a couple obvious locations underneath where they fit flat against the sheet metal and are still convenient to see and reach as you look into the trunk. Just as the OEM factory hooks are attached, you drill pilot holes, 1/16 if I recall, then secure with stainless steel sheet metal screws.

Beartato · 02-14-2016, 09:22 AM

When I take delivery next Friday the first thing I want to do is have the BMW factory LSD installed, followed by black grille inserts. That's about it.

BarryB · 02-14-2016, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by csg

Quote:

Originally Posted by NEUE02

The hooks are an Audi OEM part. (The "Sport" part was a joke.

) Pricing ranges from about $18-25 depending on the source. Audi part number 6Y5867615C

That is superb, how did you install it? Did the stars align and it just magically fit? or was there some fabrication involved? That is a perfect solution to semi-spirited drives back from the grocery store.

A photo of the mounting solution would be greatly appreciated!

Just got the last 4 on Amazon for $7.75 each free shipping (prime).
Great mod - thx

mcompact · 02-14-2016, 05:54 PM

An M performance or Quaife LSD- hopefully before HPDE season...

NEUE02 · 02-14-2016, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryB

Just got the last 4 on Amazon for $7.75 each free shipping (prime).
Great mod - thx

Great price! Score!

Cloud IX · 02-15-2016, 04:35 AM

My #1 mod is the Enzo Tune, but the Bimmertech Amp is pretty close, now that they have a tune for my system.

My most wanted mod is a wide body kit, followed closely by a carbon fiber roof. =D

mcom · 02-15-2016, 05:03 AM

Would love to get a CF rear spoiler for my 2015 m235i Convertible... none available yet

01-27-2016, 02:50 PM	#45
Sir Thomas Bombadil Private 45 Rep 51 Posts Drives: AW M235 6MT Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: GA iTrader: (0)	I'm a sucker for dual slat grilles, so I'll probably be snagging those first. I've heard the ones from jbspeed are good.
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BEM-S4 Major General 4516 Rep 8,942 Posts Drives: Dinan M235, Dinan Sport Wagon Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (5)	Oh, and in an extreme case of "when OCD goes wrong" I pulled off the Proclip logo, plasti dipped it and reinstalled. Couldn't just discard because there's a screw udner there that's not that nice to look at.
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02-10-2016, 02:57 AM	#48
senorandrew General 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: BMW 220i Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0)	I've got a completely stock 220i and I'm finally looking to get some mods done, its Valencia Orange. Anything I should be looking at in particular? I'm planning on getting a JB4 tune done and getting new tyres. I'm in Sydney keep in mind. Thank you in advance
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EternalVendetta Private First Class 62 Rep 147 Posts Drives: '16 M235i 6MT / '19 Model 3 SR Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	My next mod will definitely be a new exhaust, probably the M Performance one. I plan on getting that in a few months. __________________ 2016 M235i \| Estoril Blue \| Coral Red \| 6MT Tech \| Cold Weather \| Driver Assistance \| HK M Perf. Gear Shift Knob, Parking Brake, Pedals, Carbon Interior M Perf. Black Grilles \| CF Mirror Caps, Rear Spoiler, Rear Diffuser \| Lightweight Front Lip Spoiler \| M Perf. Exhaust
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02-12-2016, 05:45 PM	#55
Y0tsuya Second Lieutenant 77 Rep 261 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i 6MT, 2016 340i 8AT Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I've added the following so far to the car: * Mini 0805 dashcam, power tapped from rearview mirror, View post on imgur.com * Opticoat * Xpel door edge protectors * Magnetic tablet mount (Nexus 7 slides over one of the cup holders and clicks into place) * Pedalbox - this is a biggie since it eliminates the throttle response dead zone for the first few degrees of travel and makes heel and toe bearable for me.
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02-14-2016, 09:22 AM	#59
Beartato Major 882 Rep 1,202 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Utah iTrader: (0)	When I take delivery next Friday the first thing I want to do is have the BMW factory LSD installed, followed by black grille inserts. That's about it.
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02-14-2016, 05:54 PM	#61
mcompact Second Lieutenant 119 Rep 213 Posts Drives: 2014 M235i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: KY iTrader: (0)	An M performance or Quaife LSD- hopefully before HPDE season... __________________ 2014 M235i 2015 X1 xDrive28i M Sport 2009 Cooper Clubman 1999 Wrangler Sahara 1995 318ti Club Sport
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02-15-2016, 04:35 AM	#63
Cloud IX Lieutenant 122 Rep 444 Posts Drives: Quickest Stock Turbo F8X Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Sky iTrader: (4)	My #1 mod is the Enzo Tune, but the Bimmertech Amp is pretty close, now that they have a tune for my system. My most wanted mod is a wide body kit, followed closely by a carbon fiber roof. =D __________________ Quickest Stock Turbo F8x In The World
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02-15-2016, 05:03 AM	#64
mcom Private 26 Rep 78 Posts Drives: 2015 Alpine WT M235i Vert Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	Would love to get a CF rear spoiler for my 2015 m235i Convertible... none available yet __________________ 2015 M235i White with Black interior loaded except for DA+ and LSD
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