M235XI

nzw212 · 09-05-2014, 11:57 PM

This is my first post. I picked up my MG with CR a week ago today. I was hesitant to order this car since it was unavailable with a manual transmission but I have two Italian ladies with proper 6 speeds. I haven't put many miles on it yet but I have to say, this is a fun, capable and good looking car. It's already bringing back fond memories of my E36 M3. I have the IND painted reflectors for front and rear, black M Performance kidney grills as well as the M Performance front splitter and rear carbon fiber wing. Looking forward to transitioning her into a more aggressive grey and black look. Pics coming soon.

Alpine F31 · 09-06-2014, 12:16 AM

I didn't know the Xi was auto only! I'm so glad I don't need awd! Still looking forward to pictures! Congrats on the new car!

nzw212 · 09-06-2014, 12:59 AM

I forgot to mention, I got the M Performance steering wheel (no display) port installed.

1stm235i · 09-06-2014, 01:38 AM

Like the red car

worktolivelife · 09-06-2014, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by nzw212

It's already bringing back fond memories of my E36 M3. I have the IND painted reflectors for front and rear, black M Performance kidney grills as well as the M Performance front splitter and rear carbon fiber wing. Looking forward to transitioning her into a more aggressive grey and black look. Pics coming soon.

Bring on the cosmetic surgery

nzw212 · 09-06-2014, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 1stm235i

Like the red car

Thanks!

Vervain · 09-07-2014, 12:25 PM

Wow, mineral grey looks great in that first picture! It works so well with the ferric grey wheels.

Congrats!

GFK007 · 09-07-2014, 12:55 PM

I have a stick RWD and live in westchester as well. With exception to the steering wheel, we have the exact same mods!

nzw212 · 09-07-2014, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Anodite10

Wow, mineral grey looks great in that first picture! It works so well with the ferric grey wheels.

Congrats!

Thank you! I was worried the car would get lost in this color but I'm happy. A couple of things that surprised me- the rear bumper diffusor is painted Mineral Grey. Is this normal? Also, the exhaust tips are black-ish.

220i_viking · 09-07-2014, 11:37 PM

Congrats! So jelous of the color and your red italian

Vervain · 09-08-2014, 04:10 AM

Yes it's normal but it's not specifically mineral grey. It's a glossy grey colour. It looks great with mineral grey

nzw212 · 09-08-2014, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Anodite10

Yes it's normal but it's not specifically mineral grey. It's a glossy grey colour. It looks great with mineral grey

I'll take a closer look tomorrow but I think it's painted Mineral Grey. The reason I think this specifically, is I purchased the IND reflectors in MG and they are a dead perfect spot on match. I've seen the glossy grey you're referring to... Interesting either way.

nzw212 · 09-08-2014, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 220i_viking

Congrats! So jelous of the color and your red italian

Thanks, she's a handful but most great ones are.

Vervain · 09-08-2014, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by nzw212

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Originally Posted by Anodite10

Yes it's normal but it's not specifically mineral grey. It's a glossy grey colour. It looks great with mineral grey

I'll take a closer look tomorrow but I think it's painted Mineral Grey. The reason I think this specifically, is I purchased the IND reflectors in MG and they are a dead perfect spot on match. I've seen the glossy grey you're referring to... Interesting either way.

Ah okay, please post some pictures of it. Maybe you got the painted m-performance diffuser thrown in for free!

nzw212 · 09-08-2014, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by GFK007

I have a stick RWD and live in westchester as well. With exception to the steering wheel, we have the exact same mods!

Very cool! Are there any meet ups that happen in our area?

mike@x-ph.com · 09-13-2014, 01:45 PM

Nice!!

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nzw212 Private First Class 8 Rep 140 Posts Drives: M235XI, Maserati, Ducati Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	M235XI This is my first post. I picked up my MG with CR a week ago today. I was hesitant to order this car since it was unavailable with a manual transmission but I have two Italian ladies with proper 6 speeds. I haven't put many miles on it yet but I have to say, this is a fun, capable and good looking car. It's already bringing back fond memories of my E36 M3. I have the IND painted reflectors for front and rear, black M Performance kidney grills as well as the M Performance front splitter and rear carbon fiber wing. Looking forward to transitioning her into a more aggressive grey and black look. Pics coming soon.
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nzw212 Private First Class 8 Rep 140 Posts Drives: M235XI, Maserati, Ducati Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	Pics - no mods done yet I forgot to mention, I got the M Performance steering wheel (no display) port installed. Attached Images
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GFK007 Captain 374 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2014 m235i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Westchester, NY iTrader: (0)	I have a stick RWD and live in westchester as well. With exception to the steering wheel, we have the exact same mods! __________________ MG on CR M235i, mods to come... (gone but not forgotten) 2011 e90 M Sport - M-Tech Carbon Diffuser, OEM Carbon Trunk Spoiler, 20% tint, black reflectors, black OEM grille, LUX white Angel Eyes.
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