First Mod on a 550i?
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Originally Posted by skeematics' post='943095' date='Jul 15 2009, 11:01 PM
I am a few days away from owning a 2007 BMW 550i (manual 6 speed). What do you guys recommend for my first modification?
So think out first what you want and then yes - wheels.
Really do search and scroll this whole site and you'll know
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if you go with wheels first then drop it at the same time.. spings or coilovers.. congrats and welcome! 
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Originally Posted by BMWRINO' post='943260' date='Jul 15 2009, 05:00 PM
if you go with wheels first then drop it at the same time.. spings or coilovers.. congrats and welcome!
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if you dont have M-tech already, then i will think front bumper first, it is cheaper and then you can take your time for wheels, since there are plenty of choices
if you already have M-tech, then go for wheels
or mini minor, LED license plate or interior
if you already have M-tech, then go for wheels
or mini minor, LED license plate or interior
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First performance mod should be the Sprintbooster.
First appearance mod should be the M Tech body kit.
Second appearance mod should be wheels. The 19 inch OEM wheels are nice. I like the Style 172 wheels, followed by 167s (M6 wheels) followed by 166s (M5 wheels).
First appearance mod should be the M Tech body kit.
Second appearance mod should be wheels. The 19 inch OEM wheels are nice. I like the Style 172 wheels, followed by 167s (M6 wheels) followed by 166s (M5 wheels).
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I'd go with exterior mods, you already got enough power for a while. You will feel the need for more power in a few months, at that point you can get a sprint booster. My personal favorite rims are the 166 OEM rims, preferably powdercoated a dark color. 
