Foggy/Dirty/Unpleasant to look at Headlights.
09-19-2008, 02:24 AM
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So I received my car yesterday and it is GREAT. But, I do have to say the headlights are quite foggy and dirty. It seems the plastic is damaged from the inside. Does anyone know how much it is to replace the cover for the headlight, not the entire unit?
09-19-2008, 05:14 AM
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no need to.follow this DIY from one of our members.he did such a good job that it looks brand new http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...mp;hl=headlight
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09-19-2008, 06:32 AM
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Also, Bavarian Autosports (bavauto.com) sells a complete headlight refinishing kit. I just saw it in their new fall catalog.
09-19-2008, 06:52 AM
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Internal problems can't be repaired with the products mentioned. If the headlamps are leaking and the the covers are damaged on the inside, (based on previous posts) the covers are not replaceable separately ... it would require replacement of the entire assembly.
09-19-2008, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Krozi' post='673062' date='Sep 19 2008, 01:24 PM
So I received my car yesterday and it is GREAT. But, I do have to say the headlights are quite foggy and dirty. It seems the plastic is damaged from the inside. Does anyone know how much it is to replace the cover for the headlight, not the entire unit?
The fog or mist part is normal after some rain or car wash (see pic of my ex-E60).
But if they are scratched etc, they need to be replaced.
The headlight "cover plastic" isn't too durable.
09-19-2008, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted by luigi524td' post='673198' date='Sep 19 2008, 09:52 AM
Internal problems can't be repaired with the products mentioned. If the headlamps are leaking and the the covers are damaged on the inside, (based on previous posts) the covers are not replaceable separately ... it would require replacement of the entire assembly.
I took mine to a local detail shop. They tested an area for free to see if they could fix the lights appearance. It did and they did both lights for 20 bucks. They had the " kit"
09-19-2008, 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Martin525i' post='673220' date='Sep 19 2008, 10:14 AM
If it is the outside........
I took mine to a local detail shop. They tested an area for free to see if they could fix the lights appearance. It did and they did both lights for 20 bucks. They had the " kit"
I took mine to a local detail shop. They tested an area for free to see if they could fix the lights appearance. It did and they did both lights for 20 bucks. They had the " kit"
09-19-2008, 08:22 AM
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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).
Originally Posted by luigi524td' post='673198' date='Sep 19 2008, 09:52 AM
Internal problems can't be repaired with the products mentioned. If the headlamps are leaking and the the covers are damaged on the inside, (based on previous posts) the covers are not replaceable separately ... it would require replacement of the entire assembly.
09-19-2008, 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Ricracing' post='673219' date='Sep 19 2008, 04:14 PM
The fog or mist part is normal after some rain or car wash (see pic of my ex-E60).
But if they are scratched etc, they need to be replaced.
The headlight "cover plastic" isn't too durable.
But if they are scratched etc, they need to be replaced.
The headlight "cover plastic" isn't too durable.
I had mine replaced for misting. I wouldnt put up with it, no matter what the dealer says show him your pics. It wasnt designed to mist and for a premium vehicle it isnt acceptable.
09-19-2008, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Dandle' post='673375' date='Sep 19 2008, 08:00 PM
I had mine replaced for misting. I wouldnt put up with it, no matter what the dealer says show him your pics. It wasnt designed to mist and for a premium vehicle it isnt acceptable.
I took the car to the dealership who said that misting is normal, and as long as it clears in within 15 minutes of switching on the lights then they won't replace them under warranty. My car isn't quite 2 years old yet, so there is still some warranty left on it.
I wouldn't mind the misting bit so much, but the scum on the inside does annoy me a bit. Should I take it back and insist on a replacement, or what can I do?
Thanks