Newbie - Need some referrals
05-31-2007, 08:11 AM
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Just picked up my Carbon Black 550 from the dealer over the weekend. 
Sweet ride. I'm driving it like a like a newborn, taking only baby steps until 1201 miles... then
Can't wait to do all the mods mentioned in the forum.
Here's a list of mods I have in mind...
Angel eyes
5-windows Tint
Rear roof and trunk spoilers
Black Chrome Grill
De-badge
Powder coat the 19" (maybe)
Entertainment system upgrade
Anything else I'm missing? Anything else you would considered?
Anyone have a good referral for a good tint shop down in SoCal?
What kind of tint should I get for a Carbon Black/Black with Bamboo trim interior?
I had a Lexus with a Titanium tint before, it was all right but it has a bit more green than I wanted.
Also, a good and reliable aftermarket shop where I can bring my car to?
Has anyone upgraded their Nav to play DVD movies or added a TV tuner? Can it even be done?
Well that's all for my first post.
Thanks in advance for all the pointers guys.
Sweet ride. I'm driving it like a like a newborn, taking only baby steps until 1201 miles... then
Can't wait to do all the mods mentioned in the forum.
Here's a list of mods I have in mind...
Angel eyes
5-windows Tint
Rear roof and trunk spoilers
Black Chrome Grill
De-badge
Powder coat the 19" (maybe)
Entertainment system upgrade
Anything else I'm missing? Anything else you would considered?
Anyone have a good referral for a good tint shop down in SoCal?
What kind of tint should I get for a Carbon Black/Black with Bamboo trim interior?
I had a Lexus with a Titanium tint before, it was all right but it has a bit more green than I wanted.
Also, a good and reliable aftermarket shop where I can bring my car to?
Has anyone upgraded their Nav to play DVD movies or added a TV tuner? Can it even be done?
Well that's all for my first post.
Thanks in advance for all the pointers guys.
05-31-2007, 08:48 AM
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Sorry to get off topic but, what are "angel eyes"? Are those the rings that are around the headlights? Don't hese cars come with them already? I saw them on my car.
05-31-2007, 08:48 AM
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2005 530AW GONE
For tint, I like the work from this guy in Santa Ana, he's on Edinger and grand, just down the street from Crevier BMW. Call Crevier and ask for the number, I can't recall his number right now. He does all the work for Crevier, Irvine, Shelly, and I believe Long Beach BMW. I used Maidico Charcool 35%, not too dark, but dark enough at night and really goes well with my Auburn interior.
05-31-2007, 08:55 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
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The angel eyes currently available will not fit your 08 550i. You'll have to wait a bit.
05-31-2007, 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by HPLouis' post='430314' date='May 31 2007, 11:48 AM
Sorry to get off topic but, what are "angel eyes"? Are those the rings that are around the headlights? Don't hese cars come with them already? I saw them on my car.
05-31-2007, 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Breae60' post='430315' date='May 31 2007, 09:48 AM
For tint, I like the work from this guy in Santa Ana, he's on Edinger and grand, just down the street from Crevier BMW. Call Crevier and ask for the number, I can't recall his number right now. He does all the work for Crevier, Irvine, Shelly, and I believe Long Beach BMW. I used Maidico Charcool 35%, not too dark, but dark enough at night and really goes well with my Auburn interior.
Do you have a pic?
I was thinking of just 20% since I have the rear sun shade...
Thanks.
05-31-2007, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by kscarrol' post='430319' date='May 31 2007, 10:02 AM
You do have them. I think he is referring to an upgrade. Some folks want them to have a brighter, white light, thinking the OEM angel eyes are too yellow in relation to the bright xenon headlights.
05-31-2007, 09:31 AM
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05-31-2007, 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='430316' date='May 31 2007, 09:55 AM
The angel eyes currently available will not fit your 08 550i. You'll have to wait a bit.
How did you get them duel pipe exhaust?
Is it another aftermarket mod?
Did BMW void your warranty on the emission system after you changed it out?