Shadow Line upgrade.
08-20-2007, 06:42 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 M6: Silverstone Metallic... Fully loaded2005 DINAN5 (545i): Jet Black... Fully loaded1955 Chevy: Custom
What you guys think? Better to replace my shadow line trims with M5 shadow trim or powder coat them... which will last longer? 
Originally Posted by 20045seriesOC' post='427305' date='May 22 2007, 03:10 PM
Found a local powder coating company that quoted $70 for gloss black powder coating. Thought that was a great price and compared to the shadow trim which is only flat black $200+. I will post pics if I end up going with the powder coating.
05-16-2008, 06:56 AM
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Chk out this post/thread http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=54919&hl=
Originally Posted by Kevlar301' post='581921' date='May 16 2008, 09:44 AM
does any 1 have a pic of the high gloss black window trim?
09-10-2008, 02:18 PM
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This DIY instruction for shadow trim upgrade is great. I followed the advise from OP. It was very easy and straightforward. Took about an hour to finish. Dealer wants $640 for parts and labor. So I ordered the parts from Garry and did the installation myself. And save $400+. More $$ for other mods! 
I will post some pictures later after the Hartge splitter and trunk finisher are painted and installed.
I will post some pictures later after the Hartge splitter and trunk finisher are painted and installed.
11-10-2008, 07:33 AM
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My Ride: 2006 550i...Black/Auburn, Premium Pkg, Comfort Access, Cold Weather Pkg, Active Steering, Heated Rear Seats
Originally Posted by 20045seriesOC' post='425679' date='May 17 2007, 07:32 PM
Contacted Garry at BMWofNewport, 25% discount, he quoted $188.18 for all 8 parts. With approx. $20 shipping. I think it is a fair price.
51337072883 $26.21
51337072884 $26.21
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51227135163 $19.24
51227135164 $19.24
51337072883 $26.21
51337072884 $26.21
51357072887 $31.84
51357072888 $31.84
51217135161 $16.80
51217135162 $16.80
51227135163 $19.24
51227135164 $19.24
11-10-2008, 07:36 AM
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For Garry try http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=18067
Originally Posted by BimmerDC' post='717108' date='Nov 10 2008, 10:33 AM
how do I get in touch with Garry.. I would like to get the shadowline trim. Thanks
03-18-2009, 12:14 PM
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I'm about to perform this mod tomorrow.
Can anyone who has already done it provide any helpful tips beyond what was posted in this thread?
Where exactly on the clips should I hammer in order to get the old chrome trim off?
thanks
Can anyone who has already done it provide any helpful tips beyond what was posted in this thread?
Where exactly on the clips should I hammer in order to get the old chrome trim off?
thanks
03-20-2009, 04:20 PM
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My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Covers� from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).
I just did this today using the OP's DIY and a couple of tips from FlyingPuck. Just wanted something new for spring. Ordered the kit from Garry on Monday afternoon, and it arrived this morning (Friday). $239 w/ shipping. Probably took 1 1/2 - 2 hours, but I went really slowly and cleaned all the rubber and behind the trim as I went. New pic in sig. I never would have attempted something like this w/o the DIY write up. This is why I love this forum!
05-16-2009, 10:01 AM
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My Ride: 2008 528 XI , debadged, roof spoiler, trunk lip spoiler, 19" Mirro M6 wheels
I just called my local dealer in Mississauga Ontario Canada (Near Toronto) Mississauga BMW and they want almost $550 just for the parts no labor! Does anyone ship this trim to Canada and what about aftermarket?