Pickup and first impressions

Inline_Six · 03-24-2015, 10:36 PM

Thanks, fellas

Will provide another pictorial update tomorrow, post decal installation.

Gatte
Thank you, I'm not back

I will provide updates if they're significant (not too many remain).

"1, How much did the front splitter, carbon fibre mirror covers and rear spoiler cost ??"

All parts OEM unless otherwise noted

Front Splitter: $465 (getbmwparts.com)
Carbon Fiber mirror covers: $130 (eBay replica)
Rear spoiler: $465 (getbmwparts.com)

"2, How much did the installation cost ??"

For the 2 spoilers and kidney grilles, $325

Gatte · 03-24-2015, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Thanks, fellas

Will provide another pictorial update tomorrow, post decal installation.

Gatte
Thank you, I'm not back

I will provide updates if they're significant (not too many remain).

"1, How much did the front splitter, carbon fibre mirror covers and rear spoiler cost ??"

All parts OEM unless otherwise noted

Front Splitter: $465 (getbmwparts.com)
Carbon Fiber mirror covers: $130 (eBay replica)
Rear spoiler: $465 (getbmwparts.com)

2, How much did the installation cost ??
For the 2 spoilers and kidney grilles, $325

Inline_Six Thanks for the estimate. A couple more questions:
1, Did the existing grilles, spoiler and front have to be damaged in any way to install these.
2, Why does your avatar still have the front fascia without the new changes ??

The prices are actually reasonable. Did you get that XPEL protective film or Opticoat done on your car. A lot of people on the forum recommended it. I'm thinking of getting it done.

Alpine F31 · 03-24-2015, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Ok

Love the goodies!

gaijin · 03-25-2015, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Gatte

Did the existing grilles, spoiler and front have to be damaged in any way to install these.

No. If done correctly the OE pieces are not damaged during the change over. I've seen a number of OE and aftermarket pieces for sale here under the "owner classifieds," undamaged.

You can pay the pro shop like Inline_Six has done or you can DIY. If you choose DIY, research how others have done it; learn and when initiating the work, take your time (be patient). The $$$ you save can then go towards more accessories for your M235i.

Inline_Six · 03-25-2015, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Gatte

Inline_Six Thanks for the estimate. A couple more questions:
1, Did the existing grilles, spoiler and front have to be damaged in any way to install these.
2, Why does your avatar still have the front fascia without the new changes ??

The prices are actually reasonable. Did you get that XPEL protective film or Opticoat done on your car. A lot of people on the forum recommended it. I'm thinking of getting it done.

Existing grilles: dunno
Spoiler: Removed, intact
Front: They probly drilled holes in the bottom part of the front to put the new splitter on (because it came with screws)

No protective film.

Inline_Six · 03-25-2015, 08:11 PM

Exterior mods now complete

pete1713 · 03-25-2015, 08:30 PM

Love the color/decal combo, looks very sharp.

Gatte · 03-25-2015, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Exterior mods now complete

These look really cool.

ellincali · 03-25-2015, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Exterior mods now complete

Wow!!

Very cool.

Nuwheels · 03-25-2015, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Exterior mods now complete

Well played sir!

Inline_Six · 03-25-2015, 11:00 PM

Thanks guys

Hope y'all are enjoying driving (or tracking) your cars !

Remaining options/mods:
- LoJack stolen vehicle recovery with early warning upgrade (tomorrow)
- Stainless Steel sport pedal covers (TBD)
- BMW OEM anti-theft alarm (LoJack does not provide a noisy alarm for breakins/vandalism, nor does it provide an engine immobilizer) ... (TBD)

Gatte · 03-25-2015, 11:42 PM

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Hope y'all are enjoying driving (or tracking) your cars !

Please be cognizant of the fact that some people still do not have their cars and some of your words and actions can add to their already miserable state.

I'm kidding.
But I'd never take my car to the track till it's properly broken in.

pete1713 · 03-26-2015, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Thanks guys

Hope y'all are enjoying driving (or tracking) your cars !

Remaining options/mods:
- LoJack stolen vehicle recovery with early warning upgrade (tomorrow)
- Stainless Steel sport pedal covers (TBD)
- BMW OEM anti-theft alarm (LoJack does not provide a noisy alarm for breakins/vandalism, nor does it provide an engine immobilizer) ... (TBD)

Any idea on the cost of the alarm install?

ABPReader · 03-26-2015, 08:55 AM

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Supernaut · 03-26-2015, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Thanks guys

Hope y'all are enjoying driving (or tracking) your cars !

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gatte

Please be cognizant of the fact that some people still do not have their cars and some of your words and actions can add to their already miserable state.

I'm kidding.
But I'd never take my car to the track till it's properly broken in.

Inline_six made me cry. Meanie.

I'll just go back and stare at my Vehicle Inquiry report some more. Sniff.

ellincali · 03-26-2015, 09:36 PM

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Inline_six made me cry. Meanie.

I'll just go back and stare at my Vehicle Inquiry report some more. Sniff.

Soon, Supernaut, soon!

Inline_Six · 03-26-2015, 10:12 PM

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Any idea on the cost of the alarm install?

Are you talking about the BMW anti-theft install ? I don't know yet, but will inform you when I find out.

The dealer sales mngr was supposed to call me back to let me know today, but didn't (big surprise).

LoJack does not charge for installation. You buy the device and they send someone over to install it for free.

Inline_Six · 03-26-2015, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Supernaut

Inline_six made me cry. Meanie.

I'll just go back and stare at my Vehicle Inquiry report some more. Sniff.

Aww ..... I'm sorry, Supernaut

(Gentle hugs)

I'm really not that much of a meanie.

I've only got one more significant aesthetic update to report - steel pedal covers.

After that, I'm gonna be gone, and you're gonna have the rest of your life to embarrass me with your updates

Xiaoxi · 03-26-2015, 10:30 PM

Inline, looking good! The mods look great!! Hope you are enjoying this car as much as I am.

I crossed the 1200mi break-in 2 days ago and have been inching further up the revs. Soooo good. I had a little road trip with the gf through the winding back roads of northern VA. omg.....omg...this car and those corners/hills!!!!

pete1713 · 03-26-2015, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Inline_Six

Are you talking about the BMW anti-theft install ? I don't know yet, but will inform you when I find out.

The dealer sales mngr was supposed to call me back to let me know today, but didn't (big surprise).

LoJack does not charge for installation. You buy the device and they send someone over to install it for free.

Yeah, I was thinking the BMW alarm. Didn't realize post-factory install was even an option. I'd be interested in that.

03-24-2015, 10:36 PM	#221
Inline_Six Captain 335 Rep 737 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Driver's seat iTrader: (0)	Thanks, fellas Will provide another pictorial update tomorrow, post decal installation. Gatte Thank you, I'm not back I will provide updates if they're significant (not too many remain). "1, How much did the front splitter, carbon fibre mirror covers and rear spoiler cost ??" All parts OEM unless otherwise noted Front Splitter: $465 (getbmwparts.com) Carbon Fiber mirror covers: $130 (eBay replica) Rear spoiler: $465 (getbmwparts.com) "2, How much did the installation cost ??" For the 2 spoilers and kidney grilles, $325 __________________ Last edited by Inline_Six; 03-24-2015 at 10:46 PM..
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pete1713 Private 20 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Baltimore, MD iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 M235i xDrive [0.00]	Love the color/decal combo, looks very sharp.
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Inline_Six Captain 335 Rep 737 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Driver's seat iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys Hope y'all are enjoying driving (or tracking) your cars ! Remaining options/mods: - LoJack stolen vehicle recovery with early warning upgrade (tomorrow) - Stainless Steel sport pedal covers (TBD) - BMW OEM anti-theft alarm (LoJack does not provide a noisy alarm for breakins/vandalism, nor does it provide an engine immobilizer) ... (TBD) __________________ Last edited by Inline_Six; 03-25-2015 at 11:09 PM..
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Xiaoxi Lieutenant 269 Rep 470 Posts Drives: a Miata Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: DC metro iTrader: (0)	Inline, looking good! The mods look great!! Hope you are enjoying this car as much as I am. I crossed the 1200mi break-in 2 days ago and have been inching further up the revs. Soooo good. I had a little road trip with the gf through the winding back roads of northern VA. omg.....omg...this car and those corners/hills!!!! __________________ 2015 M235i \| AW \| 6MT \| Tech \| Heated Seat \| Parking Assist \| Fabspeed DP & Muffler Delete \| Apex PS7s 1999 MX5 NB \| Emerald Mica \| 5MT \| Sport Edition \| Kosei K5Rs \| Heated Rear Glass ig: @bee2ven
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