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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by mic325' date='Oct 4 2005, 10:15 PM
[quote name='Marcusleung' date='Oct 4 2005, 09:43 PM']I had my M-kit installed last week outside main dealer. I cant find any different if i have it installed/painted in BMW dealership. Saved approx 40% of cost compared with main dealer.Check it out . Before/after.
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AC_S5, I am interested in getting the chrome grille too.
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[/quote]Actually I went to a store in MK where they carry those parts but they are currently out of stock, cost about 1000 something for a pair. But this is a DIY job so need to figure out how to take out the old grill first.
I like the front of the M kit only, but the M kit doesn't look nice without a sports rim, many things to consider before installing the M kit.
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Originally Posted by mic325' date='Oct 4 2005, 09:15 AM
[quote name='Marcusleung' date='Oct 4 2005, 09:43 PM']I had my M-kit installed last week outside main dealer. I cant find any different if i have it installed/painted in BMW dealership. Saved approx 40% of cost compared with main dealer.Check it out . Before/after.
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AC_S5, I am interested in getting the chrome grille too.
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[/quote]Hi mic325, I really like the way it look now. The next mod i want to invest on the SMG Paddles shift from Hobi. I think is possiable to have this mod on a steptronic tranmission. I am a big fan of Formula 1 style gear shift levers on steering wheel.Will keep you guys inform.
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by Bunbun' date='Oct 4 2005, 10:31 PM
Hi guys, hi Marcus
Oh for the record, I really hv nothing against outside garages
Oh for the record, I really hv nothing against outside garages
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Not saying that outside doesn't do a good job I might go to the shop that gf recommend to get the kit done if I am going to get the kit, is just that guy was just too cocky and I don't feel like talking to him, he doesn't even realize he has done something wrong.
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by Marcusleung' date='Oct 4 2005, 10:36 PM
[quote name='mic325' date='Oct 4 2005, 09:15 AM'][quote name='Marcusleung' date='Oct 4 2005, 09:43 PM']I had my M-kit installed last week outside main dealer. I cant find any different if i have it installed/painted in BMW dealership. Saved approx 40% of cost compared with main dealer.Check it out . Before/after.
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AC_S5, I am interested in getting the chrome grille too.
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[/quote]Hi mic325, I really like the way it look now. The next mod i want to invest on the SMG Paddles shift from Hobi. I think is possiable to have this mod on a steptronic tranmission. I am a big fan of Formula 1 style gear shift levers on steering wheel.Will keep you guys inform.
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[/quote]Waiting for good news
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Btw, I've also changed the Chrome grille along w/ the M kit, it cost me $1100 for the pair... I thought it was quite expensive at first... but well, i think it looks quite different from the black ones... I didn't regret for buying it...
For you guys information, there's alot of aftermarket chrome grille out there, avoid to get those! Always go w/ original BMW parts...
For you guys information, there's alot of aftermarket chrome grille out there, avoid to get those! Always go w/ original BMW parts...
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Originally Posted by gf366' date='Oct 4 2005, 10:13 AM
Btw, I've also changed the Chrome grille along w/ the M kit, it cost me $1100 for the pair... I thought it was quite expensive at first... but well, i think it looks quite different from the black ones... I didn't regret for buying it...
For you guys information, there's alot of aftermarket chrome grille out there, avoid to get those! Always go w/ original BMW parts...
For you guys information, there's alot of aftermarket chrome grille out there, avoid to get those! Always go w/ original BMW parts...
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P.S Is it a DIY job ?
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My Ride: 05 Silver Grey 523i | Step, M-Kit, M5 Trunk Finisher, 19" ACS Type IV Wheels, Goodyear F1 GS-D3 245/35/19, Grey Dakota Leather, Maple Wood Sycamore Anthracite, Advanced Climate Control, Electric rear sunblind, Electric folding mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle, Lights package, PDC, Rain sensor, Business Radio, CD Changer
Originally Posted by Marcusleung' date='Oct 4 2005, 10:36 PM
Hi mic325, I really like the way it look now. The next mod i want to invest on the SMG Paddles shift from Hobi. I think is possiable to have this mod on a steptronic tranmission. I am a big fan of Formula 1 style gear shift levers on steering wheel.Will keep you guys inform.
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There used to be a member from e46fanatics.com who sells retrofit SMG paddles kit for BMWs, but somehow, he can't sell a E60 kit.
AC_S5, is the grille you see in Mongkok BMW orginal parts or Taiwan parts?
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
That shop sells original parts, and I think the price they charge it should be. I see BMW stickers on their parts, should be no problem.
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' date='Oct 4 2005, 09:46 AM
That shop sells original parts, and I think the price they charge it should be.? I see BMW stickers on their parts, should be no problem.
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by Marcusleung' date='Oct 4 2005, 11:18 PM
[quote name='gf366' date='Oct 4 2005, 10:13 AM']Btw, I've also changed the Chrome grille along w/ the M kit, it cost me $1100 for the pair... I thought it was quite expensive at first... but well, i think it looks quite different from the black ones... I didn't regret for buying it...
For you guys information, there's alot of aftermarket chrome grille out there, avoid to get those! Always go w/ original BMW parts...
For you guys information, there's alot of aftermarket chrome grille out there, avoid to get those! Always go w/ original BMW parts...
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P.S Is it a DIY job ?
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[/quote]The chrome grill are the ones on 545, just look at the brochure of the 5 series and you should find it since is all 545 in that book.
