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11-29-2007, 04:17 AM
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Hi all,
already introduced myself in the New Members area.
Okay I am due to collect my 520d Msport next week, I have a few questions that if possible - another member could advise on:
* Alloys - What can I fit in 19" size to the car (OEM BMW or Aftermarket) ?
* CD Changer - I have purchased an OEM 6CD Changer to fit in the GBox - Will the car need programming when I retrofit?
* Exhaust Trim - during browsing I noticed that other Members had located and purchased an aftermarket trim to fit over the naff oem exhaust outlet. Where can I get one of these and how much?
* Boot Spoiler - Apart from a dealer - where can I buy the rear boot spoiler that is a factory option?
Any Help/ Advice much appreciated.
Regards, Matt
already introduced myself in the New Members area.
Okay I am due to collect my 520d Msport next week, I have a few questions that if possible - another member could advise on:
* Alloys - What can I fit in 19" size to the car (OEM BMW or Aftermarket) ?
* CD Changer - I have purchased an OEM 6CD Changer to fit in the GBox - Will the car need programming when I retrofit?
* Exhaust Trim - during browsing I noticed that other Members had located and purchased an aftermarket trim to fit over the naff oem exhaust outlet. Where can I get one of these and how much?
* Boot Spoiler - Apart from a dealer - where can I buy the rear boot spoiler that is a factory option?
Any Help/ Advice much appreciated.
Regards, Matt
11-29-2007, 04:28 AM
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Originally Posted by MSportMatt' post='500536' date='Nov 29 2007, 03:17 PM
Hi all,
already introduced myself in the New Members area.
Okay I am due to collect my 520d Msport next week, I have a few questions that if possible - another member could advise on:
* Alloys - What can I fit in 19" size to the car (OEM BMW or Aftermarket) ?
* CD Changer - I have purchased an OEM 6CD Changer to fit in the GBox - Will the car need programming when I retrofit?
* Exhaust Trim - during browsing I noticed that other Members had located and purchased an aftermarket trim to fit over the naff oem exhaust outlet. Where can I get one of these and how much?
* Boot Spoiler - Apart from a dealer - where can I buy the rear boot spoiler that is a factory option?
Any Help/ Advice much appreciated.
Regards, Matt
already introduced myself in the New Members area.
Okay I am due to collect my 520d Msport next week, I have a few questions that if possible - another member could advise on:
* Alloys - What can I fit in 19" size to the car (OEM BMW or Aftermarket) ?
* CD Changer - I have purchased an OEM 6CD Changer to fit in the GBox - Will the car need programming when I retrofit?
* Exhaust Trim - during browsing I noticed that other Members had located and purchased an aftermarket trim to fit over the naff oem exhaust outlet. Where can I get one of these and how much?
* Boot Spoiler - Apart from a dealer - where can I buy the rear boot spoiler that is a factory option?
Any Help/ Advice much appreciated.
Regards, Matt
The 19" 172M wheels come in 8.5J front, and 9.5J rear. Much cheaper to specify when ordering the car. These are about ?2,200 as a retro fit (inc tyres).
18" Star spoke style 124 are 8J and 9J.
I read a thread on the CD changer and I think you will have to have it programmed. Best check with your dealer.
If your car is a new 520d it should come with an exhaust trim which I am pretty sure was added from Sept onwards.
The only place you can buy the boot spoiler is from a dealer unless you want to go for a non-standard part. In my opinion the car looks better without the spoiler anyway - your choice.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
11-29-2007, 04:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 525d MSport' post='500538' date='Nov 29 2007, 08:28 AM
Welcome.
The 19" 172M wheels come in 8.5J front, and 9.5J rear. Much cheaper to specify when ordering the car. These are about ?2,200 as a retro fit (inc tyres).
18" Star spoke style 124 are 8J and 9J.
I read a thread on the CD changer and I think you will have to have it programmed. Best check with your dealer.
If your car is a new 520d it should come with an exhaust trim which I am pretty sure was added from Sept onwards.
The only place you can buy the boot spoiler is from a dealer unless you want to go for a non-standard part. In my opinion the car looks better without the spoiler anyway - your choice.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
The 19" 172M wheels come in 8.5J front, and 9.5J rear. Much cheaper to specify when ordering the car. These are about ?2,200 as a retro fit (inc tyres).
18" Star spoke style 124 are 8J and 9J.
I read a thread on the CD changer and I think you will have to have it programmed. Best check with your dealer.
If your car is a new 520d it should come with an exhaust trim which I am pretty sure was added from Sept onwards.
The only place you can buy the boot spoiler is from a dealer unless you want to go for a non-standard part. In my opinion the car looks better without the spoiler anyway - your choice.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Hi -
Thanks for that. Sorry I didnt explain the whole scenario. The Car is Used (07) Registered 1/3/07.
So it does not have the Trim or the revised bits. Also it has the standard 18" Wheels.
Another question then - How much will a dealer charge me to program the changer? If its excessive - The ipod may be used instead.
Cheers, Matt
11-29-2007, 04:57 AM
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For 172M: 245/35/19 front, 275/30/19 Rear ,and you can order it from quad_m (Member of this forum) which i paid 1100GBP inc shipping from US and u will need another 500GBP for tyres, so 1600GBP which is cheaper than dealer.
Boot spoiler:
Try look on the Ebay as i remember a guy from Germany selling the genuine BMW boot spoiler for around 130pounds (Not sure how much it will cost from dealer)
Here enclosed the link:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BMW-E60-5-series-Saloon-M-Tech-OEM-rear-spoiler-lip_W0QQitemZ250190316353QQihZ015QQcategoryZ72209QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
For 172M: 245/35/19 front, 275/30/19 Rear ,and you can order it from quad_m (Member of this forum) which i paid 1100GBP inc shipping from US and u will need another 500GBP for tyres, so 1600GBP which is cheaper than dealer.
Boot spoiler:
Try look on the Ebay as i remember a guy from Germany selling the genuine BMW boot spoiler for around 130pounds (Not sure how much it will cost from dealer)
Here enclosed the link:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BMW-E60-5-series-Saloon-M-Tech-OEM-rear-spoiler-lip_W0QQitemZ250190316353QQihZ015QQcategoryZ72209QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
11-29-2007, 05:14 AM
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Originally Posted by MSportMatt' post='500536' date='Nov 29 2007, 04:17 PM
Hi all,
already introduced myself in the New Members area.
Okay I am due to collect my 520d Msport next week, I have a few questions that if possible - another member could advise on:
* Alloys - What can I fit in 19" size to the car (OEM BMW or Aftermarket) ?
* CD Changer - I have purchased an OEM 6CD Changer to fit in the GBox - Will the car need programming when I retrofit?
* Exhaust Trim - during browsing I noticed that other Members had located and purchased an aftermarket trim to fit over the naff oem exhaust outlet. Where can I get one of these and how much?
* Boot Spoiler - Apart from a dealer - where can I buy the rear boot spoiler that is a factory option?
Any Help/ Advice much appreciated.
Regards, Matt
already introduced myself in the New Members area.
Okay I am due to collect my 520d Msport next week, I have a few questions that if possible - another member could advise on:
* Alloys - What can I fit in 19" size to the car (OEM BMW or Aftermarket) ?
* CD Changer - I have purchased an OEM 6CD Changer to fit in the GBox - Will the car need programming when I retrofit?
* Exhaust Trim - during browsing I noticed that other Members had located and purchased an aftermarket trim to fit over the naff oem exhaust outlet. Where can I get one of these and how much?
* Boot Spoiler - Apart from a dealer - where can I buy the rear boot spoiler that is a factory option?
Any Help/ Advice much appreciated.
Regards, Matt
I guess I would choose the 166M ( the alloys that come standard on the M5) I personally like them better than the 172M. But you have to be careful when you choose the wheel size as the M5 size might cause you some headache. To be on the safe side get the 245/35/19 front, 275/30/19 rear.
* CD changer you would better check with the dealer.
* Boot spoiler lip- buy the OEM as it is not expensive (200 to 300 USD)