New to me 08 535i Owner
03-30-2010 | 11:06 AM
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My Ride: 2008 BMW 535XI white
Model Year: 2008
Thanks everyone. I appreciate your responses.
Any comments on lip kits and front and rear bumpers and suppliers?
Seems like a lot of people go with M5 kits, at least from what I've seen so far.
So they are carrying a longer warranty on this specific part now? That's great. Nissan would have changed the specs to say the
issue was within normal specs....
Any comments on lip kits and front and rear bumpers and suppliers?
Seems like a lot of people go with M5 kits, at least from what I've seen so far.
So they are carrying a longer warranty on this specific part now? That's great. Nissan would have changed the specs to say the
issue was within normal specs....
for the front kits
you have couple options
alpina lip, M5, Mtech, ACS lip, Lumma, Rieger
but most people here have M5 or Mtech, some vendors on this forum sell them at lower price than OEM too
03-31-2010 | 07:09 AM
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Hey guys. Just picked up a black 08 535i this weekend.
This is my first forray into the world of European automotives and stock turbos,
coming from an slightly modded 02 Acura RSX Type-S and a more heavily modded 2003 Infiniti G35 Coupe 6MT.
I've frequented G35Driver.com, and now doing some new research at bimmerforums.com and some guys suggested I come here.
So here I am!
I'd like to be pointed in the right direction on lip kits, preferences on interior and exterior LED merchants, and known issues for our cars.
..... I'm not afraid of the "search" button, but I figured I'd go ahead and ask now. lol
Also, what's up with the LED tail retrofits? Is this something applicable to 08s?
The dealer has to replace a cracked tail light on my car and I wanted to see if I should get them
to give me the money and get something nicer in the process.
This is my first forray into the world of European automotives and stock turbos,
coming from an slightly modded 02 Acura RSX Type-S and a more heavily modded 2003 Infiniti G35 Coupe 6MT.
I've frequented G35Driver.com, and now doing some new research at bimmerforums.com and some guys suggested I come here.
So here I am!
I'd like to be pointed in the right direction on lip kits, preferences on interior and exterior LED merchants, and known issues for our cars.
..... I'm not afraid of the "search" button, but I figured I'd go ahead and ask now. lol
Also, what's up with the LED tail retrofits? Is this something applicable to 08s?
The dealer has to replace a cracked tail light on my car and I wanted to see if I should get them
to give me the money and get something nicer in the process.
03-31-2010 | 07:59 AM
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My Ride: 2006 525XI, Jet black on Dakota beige. Premium and winter packages. I consider myself a purist and intend to keep my car absolutely stock and shiny.
2008 328I Convertible, Sapphire black on beige interior. Premium package, NAV, iPod adapter.
Retired: 2002 325I, Titanium silver on black leather. Premium package. Absolutely stock and proud of it.
Welcome and enjoy the forum. Enjoy your great car. 
03-31-2010 | 12:01 PM
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From: San Jose, CA
My Ride: 2008 BMW 535i Sport Package
Maybe I should change it to BiTurboNegro..... wait,.... something about that seems wrong.
Yeah, on second thought, thats a bad idea. lol
03-31-2010 | 12:13 PM
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if you would like to add some performance mods to your vehicle, Race precision is the only way to go. take it from me, i've purchased every available mod out there for the 535i only to have to sell it and get the RPi products. Save your money and get the RPi Scoops (10-12 whp gain), BMC drop in filter, RPi Exhuast (15 WHP gain, 25 ft lbs of torque), and the RPi/ESS race tune (30-40WHP gain).
there is a sale going on for the 535i exhaust
https://5series.net/forums/topic/828..._1#entry965694
sound clips and pics:
https://5series.net/forums/topic/782..._1#entry898143
there is a sale going on for the 535i exhaust
https://5series.net/forums/topic/828..._1#entry965694
sound clips and pics:
https://5series.net/forums/topic/782..._1#entry898143
03-31-2010 | 01:40 PM
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My Ride: 2008 BMW 535i Sport Package
if you would like to add some performance mods to your vehicle, Race precision is the only way to go. take it from me, i've purchased every available mod out there for the 535i only to have to sell it and get the RPi products. Save your money and get the RPi Scoops (10-12 whp gain), BMC drop in filter, RPi Exhuast (15 WHP gain, 25 ft lbs of torque), and the RPi/ESS race tune (30-40WHP gain).
there is a sale going on for the 535i exhaust
https://5series.net/forums/topic/828..._1#entry965694
sound clips and pics:
https://5series.net/forums/topic/782..._1#entry898143
there is a sale going on for the 535i exhaust
https://5series.net/forums/topic/828..._1#entry965694
sound clips and pics:
https://5series.net/forums/topic/782..._1#entry898143
to make my single a dual setup.
All you need is the adapter and a bumper that would allow it, correct?
04-01-2010 | 04:36 PM
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My Ride: 2008 535i: June 6th start build, complete June 17th, at NY Port July 5th, at dealer July 10th, took delivery Friday July 13- Plantimum Bronze/Natural Brown Leather/Light Poplar, Sport Package, Sport Auto, Active Steering, Premium Package, CWP & PDC. Dinan Performance Software 384hp & 421 ft/lbs.
The best $2000 you can spend is on Dinan engine software, its a different machine after that.
. Post pictures of your ride when you get the chance.
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