Best way to get rid of chrome window trim?
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Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Huntington Beach, CA
My Ride: 2007 BMW 530i (Black on Black)
I have a black 07 530i and it has the chrome window trim.
I am sure there are a bunch of people who have gotten rid of it.
What are my options and what is the cost associated with each option?
I am sure there are a bunch of people who have gotten rid of it.
What are my options and what is the cost associated with each option?
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Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Kajaani, Finland
My Ride: Bmw 530d 2004
2) Painting the current trim - approx. 20-30$ for the paint and masking tape, wetsand paper, isopropyl alcohol for cleaning
3) Black vinyl tape over the current trim - approx. 40-50$ ???
- Antti -
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From: Kajaani, Finland
My Ride: Bmw 530d 2004
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From: Nebraska
Just in case you were curious of my work. I have sold 2 or 3 gloss black grilles to members who were satisfied. I have painted my own tails, grilles, and obviously painted my chrome trim.
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From: St. Louis Burbs, USA
My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Covers� from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).
I just ordered the shadowline from Gary and installed it in a couple of hours using the forum's DIY. Worked for me. I guess it's all about how much time/hassle you're willing to invest vs. the cost, as the results are about the same.
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From: Milwaukee, WI
My Ride: 2007 Mercedes CLS63 AMG
Designo Graphite with white leather interior
Keyless Go, Heated/Ventilated seats, Parktronic
I have the chrome trim (non-sport) and I actually think it looks good, but the problem I have is that the trim is coming up on the driver's side door. You can push it down temporarily, but it comes back up. Is there a way to fix this?