My new 2006 530i
09-14-2012, 09:27 PM
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Hello forums. i just got a 2006 BMW 530i and i would like to get some help fixing up my car. if anyone can help me please post on this thread
couple things im trying to do.
-Raise my car a couple of inches because im new to driving such a low car i am afraid of scratching it
-new angel eyes lights
-new rims 19 inches that are under $100 each
-tips on how to vinyl wrap my car (also what colors are good for a suburban area)
i will upload pictures of my car later. There are few damages to the car because of the previous owner and i would like to know how to fix them.
i am the 3rd owner of the car. the 1st owner has done a lot of work to the car and i have no idea what he or she has done but the second owner has damaged the car a few ways.
couple things im trying to do.
-Raise my car a couple of inches because im new to driving such a low car i am afraid of scratching it
-new angel eyes lights
-new rims 19 inches that are under $100 each
-tips on how to vinyl wrap my car (also what colors are good for a suburban area)
i will upload pictures of my car later. There are few damages to the car because of the previous owner and i would like to know how to fix them.
i am the 3rd owner of the car. the 1st owner has done a lot of work to the car and i have no idea what he or she has done but the second owner has damaged the car a few ways.
09-22-2012, 04:44 PM
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It looks pretty low, is that the sport package? If not, maybe there is an aftermarket suspension installed. Some aftermarket ones have an option of height adjustment.
Honestly, it'll be way cheaper and better to always keep in mind that the car is low and drive accordingly, than making it higher. That would also negatively affect handling btw.
19 inch rims for under $100 - unless you find a good deal on used ones, I wouldn't want to drive on those rims. Quality and a price that low don't really come together.
Raise my car a couple of inches because im new to driving such a low car i am afraid of scratching it
19 inch rims for under $100 - unless you find a good deal on used ones, I wouldn't want to drive on those rims. Quality and a price that low don't really come together.
09-22-2012, 05:48 PM
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My Ride: 2006 530si Sport, on a boat as I type!! Orient Blue, Beige leather, premium package, premium sound, cold weather, steptronic, power shades, fold down rear seats, rear seat heat, park distance control, navigation & Sirius satellite radio.
Looks like the sport package to me...I have the same year (and color I believe) and that looks like the shadow trim around the windows...not the chrome.
09-23-2012, 02:03 AM
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It looks pretty low, is that the sport package? If not, maybe there is an aftermarket suspension installed. Some aftermarket ones have an option of height adjustment.
Honestly, it'll be way cheaper and better to always keep in mind that the car is low and drive accordingly, than making it higher. That would also negatively affect handling btw.
19 inch rims for under $100 - unless you find a good deal on used ones, I wouldn't want to drive on those rims. Quality and a price that low don't really come together.
Honestly, it'll be way cheaper and better to always keep in mind that the car is low and drive accordingly, than making it higher. That would also negatively affect handling btw.
19 inch rims for under $100 - unless you find a good deal on used ones, I wouldn't want to drive on those rims. Quality and a price that low don't really come together.
09-23-2012, 02:04 AM
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09-23-2012, 09:33 AM
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Raising your car will effect handling and you will wish you didn't. Is the car lowered on coilovers or lowering springs? You need to find that out. Also, Get Orion V2 from Umnitza for you angel eyes or LED bulbs from Trinity. Some popular colors of vinyl wrap are matte/frozen white, matte gray, matte, black. Finally, you will not be able to get any decent looking 19in wheels for $100. Hope this helps in any way.
09-23-2012, 09:36 AM
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My Ride: 2008 AW N52 with sports package & premium package; natural brown interior
MODs:
Orion V2s
3000K H8 Yellow Fogs
Matte Black Kidney Grills
20" Miro 111
Hankook V12 Tires
H&R Sport Springs
Special coding via Simon (dbl flash hazards, digital velocity, etc.)
LED Side Markers from Trinity Autosports
LED License Plate Lights from Trinity Autosports
Carbon Delete
BMC Air Filter
RPI Scoop
RPI GT Exhaust
Future MODs:
Mtech Kit
KW Variant 2 Coilovers
CIC Retrofit
Upgrade Audio System