Splitter on 228i

DYoung · 02-08-2015, 04:19 PM

This is the M Performance splitter I ordered from getBMWparts.com. Of course, it comes black, unpainted. As soon as I unpacked it I had to slide it on just to get an idea of how it would look. I was somewhat surprised to find that is was rather hidden because it was so dark. Additionally, it covers the two body colored bumper features under the vents. I really like the look of the styling details with the M Sport package and didn’t want to change or disguise that look. I Intended the splitter to ADD to the style not cover it.

So, I found a local body shop who would paint the splitter to match the body color exactly. A short week later they had it done, I think it looks fantastic.

todd hollander · 02-08-2015, 04:20 PM

I think it looks fantastic too! Great idea.

midwest 340xi 6sp · 02-08-2015, 04:22 PM

Awesome!!

Does it come gloss black or flat?

I have gloss black m grill on Melbourne Red M235xi....Thinking black splitter might look good??

tnk210 · 02-08-2015, 04:28 PM

Nice. Really adds some depth to the front. Mine came in last week, but my plan is to only paint the "fangs" and leave the rest black.

DYoung · 02-08-2015, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by tnk210

Nice. Really adds some depth to the front. Mine came in last week, but my plan is to only paint the "fangs" and leave the rest black.

I considered this approach too. I'm sure the splitter is going to get roughed up over time.

chaswyck1 · 02-08-2015, 04:46 PM

Looks terrific!

335BOY · 02-08-2015, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by DYoung

This is the M Performance splitter I ordered from getBMWparts.com. Of course, it comes black, unpainted. As soon as I unpacked it I had to slide it on just to get an idea of how it would look. I was somewhat surprised to find that is was rather hidden because it was so dark. Additionally, it covers the two body colored bumper features under the vents. I really like the look of the styling details with the M Sport package and didn’t want to change or disguise that look. I Intended the splitter to ADD to the style not cover it.

So, I found a local body shop who would paint the splitter to match the body color exactly. A short week later they had it done, I think it looks fantastic.

Wow. That looks amazing.

DYoung · 02-08-2015, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Midwest M235i

Awesome!!

Does it come gloss black or flat?

I have gloss black m grill on Melbourne Red M235xi....Thinking black splitter might look good??

The splitter is delivered in matte black. It looks good unpainted on some colors, but I wanted it to stand out a bit more.

midwest 340xi 6sp · 02-08-2015, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by DYoung

The splitter is delivered in matte black. It looks good unpainted on some colors, but I wanted it to stand out a bit more.

Ok..With the gloss grills and exterior trim I have I'd probably need to go gloss finish on the splitter too.

Thx for the reply and the splitter looks great..Definitely a mod I'm considering after seeing yours

Iceman51sn · 02-08-2015, 07:59 PM

Looks awesome!!!! Great choice! I was thinking of doing the bottom part in the car color but still not sure.

Supernaut · 02-08-2015, 08:00 PM

Good call painting the side portions - that's a great part of the m-sport design.

SDKevin · 02-08-2015, 08:40 PM

That looks amazing, I've been trying to decide body color or cf and I think body color is the way!

I hope you terminated the person who drilled the license plate holes

configt · 02-08-2015, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by SDKevin

That looks amazing, I've been trying to decide body color or cf and I think body color is the way!

I hope you terminated the person who drilled the license plate holes

License plate holes kill it for me. And yes, I would have also killed the person who did it, or simply told them to replace the bumper or I am not buying the car. This is an issue on Subarus as well. You can sometimes find bumper hole plugs paint matched to fill it in.

DYoung · 02-08-2015, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by SDKevin

That looks amazing, I've been trying to decide body color or cf and I think body color is the way!

I hope you terminated the person who drilled the license plate holes

I seriously wanted to choke someone at the dealer when I picked up the car.

Bam226 · 02-08-2015, 10:42 PM

I had drilled holes as well. Couldn't stand it so took it to a body shop, got a good deal and now its perfect.

///MCFC · 02-09-2015, 08:23 AM

i don't love the all white splitter...makes the front end look bulky and bloated. just my 2 pence.

p.s. i agree that those bullet holes are tragic! put the plate on or get the holes filled pronto.

335BOY · 02-09-2015, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DYoung

I seriously wanted to choke someone at the dealer when I picked up the car.

Don't you need a front plate where you live?

wjones14 · 02-09-2015, 09:59 AM

Yes, Colorado requires a front plate.

I like the look. As you say, the splitter stands out more. Not sure if I prefer it over the black though. The flat black has a more "race" look, like flat black wheels, and I like that look too. Also, in pictures, the black splitter does indeed almost disappear, but I saw one installed on a 228 at BMW of Warwick, and it stands out fine in person.

Nonetheless, good job on yours - it's definitely personalized and unique now.

mike@x-ph.com · 02-09-2015, 11:50 AM

Looks really good

CanadianGatorBacon · 04-21-2016, 08:29 AM

How's the paint holding up?

02-08-2015, 04:19 PM	#1
DYoung Enlisted Member 32 Rep 36 Posts Drives: 2015 228i M Sport Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0) Garage List 1995 BMW M3 [10.00] 2015 BMW 228i [9.50]	Splitter on 228i - Before and After This is the M Performance splitter I ordered from getBMWparts.com. Of course, it comes black, unpainted. As soon as I unpacked it I had to slide it on just to get an idea of how it would look. I was somewhat surprised to find that is was rather hidden because it was so dark. Additionally, it covers the two body colored bumper features under the vents. I really like the look of the styling details with the M Sport package and didn’t want to change or disguise that look. I Intended the splitter to ADD to the style not cover it. So, I found a local body shop who would paint the splitter to match the body color exactly. A short week later they had it done, I think it looks fantastic.
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midwest 340xi 6sp Lieutenant Colonel 360 Rep 1,797 Posts Drives: 2018 340xi Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Great Midwest iTrader: (6)	Awesome!! Does it come gloss black or flat? I have gloss black m grill on Melbourne Red M235xi....Thinking black splitter might look good?? __________________ Previous Rides: 535xi, M235xi, X3, E92 M3, E70 X5 35d, X6 50i, X6 35i, E60 550i, E46 M3 Cabriolet, E39 540i, E36 328i Last edited by midwest 340xi 6sp; 02-08-2015 at 04:58 PM..
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tnk210 Private First Class 27 Rep 123 Posts Drives: 2020 X3M Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Nice. Really adds some depth to the front. Mine came in last week, but my plan is to only paint the "fangs" and leave the rest black.
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SDKevin Cone Killer 85 Rep 208 Posts Drives: 2024 M240i, Ducati 1299S Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	That looks amazing, I've been trying to decide body color or cf and I think body color is the way! I hope you terminated the person who drilled the license plate holes
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Bam226 Lieutenant 105 Rep 455 Posts Drives: BMW 228i M sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Portland iTrader: (0)	I had drilled holes as well. Couldn't stand it so took it to a body shop, got a good deal and now its perfect. Attached Images
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///MCFC Second Lieutenant 30 Rep 242 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Flyover state iTrader: (0)	i don't love the all white splitter...makes the front end look bulky and bloated. just my 2 pence. p.s. i agree that those bullet holes are tragic! put the plate on or get the holes filled pronto.
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wjones14 Captain 659 Rep 891 Posts Drives: 2021 M2C Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Niantic CT iTrader: (0)	Yes, Colorado requires a front plate. I like the look. As you say, the splitter stands out more. Not sure if I prefer it over the black though. The flat black has a more "race" look, like flat black wheels, and I like that look too. Also, in pictures, the black splitter does indeed almost disappear, but I saw one installed on a 228 at BMW of Warwick, and it stands out fine in person. Nonetheless, good job on yours - it's definitely personalized and unique now. __________________ 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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