What did you do to your 2 series today?

BEM-S4 · 11-17-2016, 07:00 PM

Swapped brushed aluminum for gloss black trim

SerenVoX · 11-18-2016, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Swapped brushed aluminum for gloss black trim

Looks great! I also have a coral red interior so I would love this over the brushed alum. Can you provide a link to where you bought the trim? How difficult is the install?

BEM-S4 · 11-18-2016, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SerenVoX

Looks great! I also have a coral red interior so I would love this over the brushed alum. Can you provide a link to where you bought the trim? How difficult is the install?

No surprise but call Brian at Sun Motors. I believe everything was around $200 shipped to me BUT I got some other stuff too so I could be slightly off.

Very easy to install just pop the old stuff off and put the new stuff on. If you're even reasonably competent with that sort of thing maybe 15 mins total.

With the CR the alum was just too light, wanted a clean look with less going on so the red would really pop and be the only focal point. CF was a lot more money and had too much going on for my taste, this was perfect.

bmwqt · 11-18-2016, 07:01 PM

Does the gloss black get a lot of fingerprints or dust? I think it looks better than many options, I just don't know how easy it is to scratch / get dust and/or fingerprints.

Dylan86 · 11-18-2016, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwqt

Does the gloss black get a lot of fingerprints or dust? I think it looks better than many options, I just don't know how easy it is to scratch / get dust and/or fingerprints.

Gloss black trims are usually a bit of a pain if you're an "OCD" kinda guy. I have had it in past cars and always kept a mini swiffer auto duster nearby to keep it dust free. Using a cloth, even micro fiber, may start to scuff the finish over time, and if "OCD" is strong, it will get worse. But if you're okay with a quick dusting every few days, it'll look really sharp!

bryan_G01 · 11-18-2016, 07:28 PM

Swapped to winter tires since this happened.

BEM-S4 · 11-19-2016, 05:30 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwqt

Does the gloss black get a lot of fingerprints or dust? I think it looks better than many options, I just don't know how easy it is to scratch / get dust and/or fingerprints.

Gloss black trims are usually a bit of a pain if you're an "OCD" kinda guy. I have had it in past cars and always kept a mini swiffer auto duster nearby to keep it dust free. Using a cloth, even micro fiber, may start to scuff the finish over time, and if "OCD" is strong, it will get worse. But if you're okay with a quick dusting every few days, it'll look really sharp!

Not bad so far but it has only been a few days

RoundelM3 · 11-19-2016, 02:47 PM

Painted front fender reflectors...SO much better than orange on Melbourne Red.

X54TH · 11-19-2016, 03:27 PM

Got the winter tires and rims on X5 and M235. 3 cars done, one more to go.

Also bought a full set (front and rear) Weathertech Mats.

Dylan86 · 11-19-2016, 03:58 PM

^^ Looking good man

wjones14 · 11-20-2016, 11:21 AM

Covered it for the winter yesterday in my sister-in-law's garage, some 15 miles away from home. I will leave it covered until March 2017.

I filled the tank with gas, added 5 pounds to each tire, put dryer sheets in the engine bay, trunk, and exhaust tips (to keep mice out), hooked up a battery tender, and covered it with a California Car Cover cover. We also put some mouse traps in the garage and will keep an eye on those.

It's a sad day when I put it away for the winter.

But the winters here in New England mean snow and salt on the roads and I just don't want to subject the car to that. Next week I will put a set of winter tires on my 2003 Mini daily driver and let it take the abuse.

redontheline · 11-27-2016, 04:10 PM

I took advantage of the long weekend to give a long overdue wash and swapped on the winters. Now if only it would get cold so I don't melt them off.

PA4 225 18s all around on Enkei YS5's

Pedped88 · 11-27-2016, 09:23 PM

Swapped the original grille for the black one

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mdputnam · 11-28-2016, 11:59 AM

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Wow! DIY studded snow tires.

SF-Medic-514 · 12-04-2016, 03:45 PM

Yep, me again! After searching here, the only reference I can find is removal of E90 front bumper grill(s); looks like it's one peice on the M235ix, can it be removed w/o taking off the front bumper? Just received GrimmSpeed "world rally blue" spray paint and painted a few external items and it contrasts the black saphire really well. Intend on painting the front center bumper grill and new "Dinan" as well.

Another question; what quantifies a vehicle GTS (grand touring sport)?? Would it be "bad-form" to slap that on the bumper next to the Dinan badge??

I appreciate everyone's insight/recs that have not only saved me $$'s but more importantly kept me from making an ass of myself.

Furthermore it's absolutely amazing that with just a few exterior item's painted my top speed has increased from 193 to 197 mph, go figure how did that happen?? Must be similar to the wax or maybe it's because I've made >5 posts http://www.2addicts.com/forums/images/smilies/lol.gif.

BTW; the paint is on sale at GrimmSpeed

Marmugmotleocay · 12-04-2016, 06:33 PM

I installed the IND painted ( Black Sapphire ) rear reflectors this morning. I would never thought it would have been so easy.

Stregap51 · 12-04-2016, 07:22 PM

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Installed Exotic-Tuning Styled Spoiler and M-Performance Diffuser
*Need to extend out my tips now....

Love the wheels and tires! What are they? Thanks

Stregap51 · 12-04-2016, 07:32 PM

Just picked up my 1st M235 alpine white. That's the look and stance I want with tires and wheels. How do I go about it? Thank's.

abomb60 · 12-06-2016, 09:24 PM

Installed the Dinantronics stage 2 that I got on sale during black Friday. Already have the Dinan CAI and the MPE. Pretty simple install despite the cramped quarters where the DME is located. Road test after seems like quite a difference but i'll have to drive it for a few weeks then set it to bypass to see the difference

SF-Medic-514 · 12-11-2016, 11:12 AM

got some "world rally blue" and I think it adds a cool accent, as soon as I receive the new dinan badge will paint the same too. Debating adding "GTS" after Dinan badge pending your input. As you can see I have a crack in windshield pending replacement (is there any "real" difference between OEM and after-market Safelite glass??)

2016 BMW M235ix; M-Sport pkg, black sapphire, ASA GT5 19 wheels/Yokohama-HP Summer's, black roundels, blue racing tow-hook (to cover rear bumper-hole), Escort detect, Dinan; windshield banner, deck badge, cai, exhaust, sport tuner, intercooler, mats/pedal-metal.

Gilda G · 12-11-2016, 09:21 PM

Installed blizzaks on my m rims and ordered m performance 624 rims / tires for after the winter haha. My excuse I can't have the winter broken down again to put summers on.. it damages the rims and tires..plus they were on sale haha

siwo · 12-12-2016, 12:05 AM

Had my good buddy tint the car... feels better with it this way

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bmwqt Enlisted Member 18 Rep 33 Posts Drives: M235i 6MT Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (0)	Does the gloss black get a lot of fingerprints or dust? I think it looks better than many options, I just don't know how easy it is to scratch / get dust and/or fingerprints.
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bryan_G01 Lieutenant Colonel 1165 Rep 1,931 Posts Drives: like i stole it... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Swapped to winter tires since this happened. __________________ www.nybmwcca.org Current Cars: 1995 M3 Coupe Manual Alpine White 1997 M3 Sedan Auto Cosmo Black Metallic 2018 x3 m40 Auto Grey Metallic
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11-19-2016, 02:47 PM	#492
RoundelM3 Major General 1830 Rep 6,983 Posts Drives: 15 F80 M3, 22 G01 X3 30i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wendell, NC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2022 BMW X3 [9.83] 2015 BMW M3 [6.50]	Painted front fender reflectors...SO much better than orange on Melbourne Red. __________________ 2015 F80 ///M3 Sedan 7DCT Tanzanite, 2022 X3 sDrive30i 8AT Brooklyn Grey
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X54TH Member 893 Rep 2,029 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i M Sport Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: GTA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW M2 (HEA) [10.00] 2021 330i xDrive [0.00] 2019 G05 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2017 Jeep Grand Che ... [0.00]	Winter shoes Got the winter tires and rims on X5 and M235. 3 cars done, one more to go. Also bought a full set (front and rear) Weathertech Mats. Attached Images Last edited by X54TH; 11-19-2016 at 03:34 PM..
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11-19-2016, 03:58 PM	#494
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11-20-2016, 11:21 AM	#495
wjones14 Captain 645 Rep 884 Posts Drives: 2021 M2C Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Niantic CT iTrader: (0)	Covered it for the winter yesterday in my sister-in-law's garage, some 15 miles away from home. I will leave it covered until March 2017. I filled the tank with gas, added 5 pounds to each tire, put dryer sheets in the engine bay, trunk, and exhaust tips (to keep mice out), hooked up a battery tender, and covered it with a California Car Cover cover. We also put some mouse traps in the garage and will keep an eye on those. It's a sad day when I put it away for the winter. But the winters here in New England mean snow and salt on the roads and I just don't want to subject the car to that. Next week I will put a set of winter tires on my 2003 Mini daily driver and let it take the abuse. __________________ Vehicles: 2021 Alpine White M2C 6MT; 2011 Kawasaki Z1000 (1/4 mile 10.3 seconds @ 129 mph - stock) Previous: 2018 Camaro 2SS 1LE 6MT; 2015 BMW M235i 6MT; 2015 Mini Cooper F56 6MT; 2005 Mustang GT 5MT; 2003 Mini Cooper R50 5MT
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11-27-2016, 04:10 PM	#496
redontheline Second Lieutenant 70 Rep 222 Posts Drives: EB 235 MT Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	I took advantage of the long weekend to give a long overdue wash and swapped on the winters. Now if only it would get cold so I don't melt them off. PA4 225 18s all around on Enkei YS5's
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11-27-2016, 09:23 PM	#497
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SF-Medic-514 New Member 4 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW M235ix Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M235iX [0.00]	front bumper grill remove/replace Yep, me again! After searching here, the only reference I can find is removal of E90 front bumper grill(s); looks like it's one peice on the M235ix, can it be removed w/o taking off the front bumper? Just received GrimmSpeed "world rally blue" spray paint and painted a few external items and it contrasts the black saphire really well. Intend on painting the front center bumper grill and new "Dinan" as well. Another question; what quantifies a vehicle GTS (grand touring sport)?? Would it be "bad-form" to slap that on the bumper next to the Dinan badge?? *I appreciate everyone's insight/recs that have not only saved me $$'s but more importantly kept me from making an ass of myself.* Furthermore it's absolutely amazing that with just a few exterior item's painted my top speed has increased from 193 to 197 mph, go figure how did that happen?? Must be similar to the wax or maybe it's because I've made >5 posts http://www.2addicts.com/forums/images/smilies/lol.gif. BTW; the paint is on sale at GrimmSpeed
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Stregap51 Enlisted Member 14 Rep 32 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i xdrive Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Windham,CT iTrader: (0)	Just picked up my 1st M235 alpine white. That's the look and stance I want with tires and wheels. How do I go about it? Thank's.
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12-06-2016, 09:24 PM	#503
abomb60 Enlisted Member 9 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 2016 M235i xDrive Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Billerica, MA iTrader: (0)	Installed the Dinantronics stage 2 that I got on sale during black Friday. Already have the Dinan CAI and the MPE. Pretty simple install despite the cramped quarters where the DME is located. Road test after seems like quite a difference but i'll have to drive it for a few weeks then set it to bypass to see the difference
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SF-Medic-514 New Member 4 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW M235ix Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M235iX [0.00]	black & blue 2016 Dinan M235ix got some "world rally blue" and I think it adds a cool accent, as soon as I receive the new dinan badge will paint the same too. Debating adding "GTS" after Dinan badge pending your input. As you can see I have a crack in windshield pending replacement (is there any "real" difference between OEM and after-market Safelite glass??) 2016 BMW M235ix; M-Sport pkg, black sapphire, ASA GT5 19 wheels/Yokohama-HP Summer's, black roundels, blue racing tow-hook (to cover rear bumper-hole), Escort detect, Dinan; windshield banner, deck badge, cai, exhaust, sport tuner, intercooler, mats/pedal-metal. Attached Images
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Gilda G Private First Class 54 Rep 199 Posts Drives: M235i xdrive Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Just a Woman from Long island NY lol iTrader: (2)	Installed blizzaks on my m rims and ordered m performance 624 rims / tires for after the winter haha. My excuse I can't have the winter broken down again to put summers on.. it damages the rims and tires..plus they were on sale haha __________________ SOLD: 2015 BMW M235i Glacier Silver on Coral Red 35% tints, Gloss Black Roof, AFE Magnum Force Stage 2 Intake, AFE Power Scorcher, P3 Vent Gauge and Fabspeed muffler delete.
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12-12-2016, 12:05 AM	#506
siwo Lieutenant 116 Rep 509 Posts Drives: 2016 M235i RWD 6MT Join Date: May 2016 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M235i Coup ... [0.00]	Had my good buddy tint the car... feels better with it this way Attached Images __________________ 2016 M235i RWD 6MT - Current! as of July 28/16 2015 ES350 6AT - Traded In 2004 RX330 5AT - Sold 2004 Civic Coupe Si(EX) 5MT - Retired 1993 Civic Coupe Si(EX) 5MT - Retired
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