Pics of the Germanic Queen: My Modded 550i
04-01-2008, 12:22 AM
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Hey Guys!
I've been so busy with work and traveling (and helping raise our brand new two month old Alexandra),I've had no time to show off my 550i. I finally got some time tonight to take pics of the "Germanic Queen".
Sadly, I didn't shine the exhaust tips but the car was recently waxed so you can see some detail of the contrast in the Carbon Fiber and Space Gray.
First off --mad props to Ronny-Vincent and Will at EuroRev for their work and input in regards to my car. They were instrumental in my choices of just about everything that's been done to it. And of course shout outs to their techs who do quality work.
Some of you have seen some of the photos from HIN last weekend as it was one of their "show cars".
In my photos, I tried to get a bunch of different angles focusing on the tips and CF quad diffuser to show fittament. I saw Ryan commented he wasn't "feeling the CF splitters" in the front. I would suggest another look at some of these photos. I was at the Beverly Center Saturday and also drove down Melrose and was getting stopped everywhere by folks asking about them. They look SICK in daylight and during dusk hours and contrast perfectly with my Super Black Rims and Space Gray body color.
One thing I also wanted to mention is that Vincent/EuroRev did a new re-map for me from Speed Innnovations in Van Nuys. It's a completely diff program than my previous one and combined with the sprint booster---let me tell ya....she is faster than ever before. Almost like a diff more powerful V-8. I'm sure it has something to do with my exhaust-AFE CAI-the new re-program and the heightened throttle tip of the sprint booster. But damn she is impressive. I need to get her dynoed ASAP because I'm feeling 25-30 more ponies and a good bit more torque at most rev bands.
And fellas the sound of my exhaust now combined with the re-map. Well, I need to get another clip made to do it justice because it's difficult to believe how amazing it sounds. PURE F-1 HARMONY!!
Enough with the typing. Here are the pics. Feel free to check out my Sig File to see all the Mods. I still have things to do. I have CF Mirror Covers to go on and I'm going to get BMW CF Wheel caps to replace my Aicona Luxury ones.
Enjoy!
So Cal
I've been so busy with work and traveling (and helping raise our brand new two month old Alexandra),I've had no time to show off my 550i. I finally got some time tonight to take pics of the "Germanic Queen".
Sadly, I didn't shine the exhaust tips but the car was recently waxed so you can see some detail of the contrast in the Carbon Fiber and Space Gray.
First off --mad props to Ronny-Vincent and Will at EuroRev for their work and input in regards to my car. They were instrumental in my choices of just about everything that's been done to it. And of course shout outs to their techs who do quality work.
Some of you have seen some of the photos from HIN last weekend as it was one of their "show cars".
In my photos, I tried to get a bunch of different angles focusing on the tips and CF quad diffuser to show fittament. I saw Ryan commented he wasn't "feeling the CF splitters" in the front. I would suggest another look at some of these photos. I was at the Beverly Center Saturday and also drove down Melrose and was getting stopped everywhere by folks asking about them. They look SICK in daylight and during dusk hours and contrast perfectly with my Super Black Rims and Space Gray body color.
One thing I also wanted to mention is that Vincent/EuroRev did a new re-map for me from Speed Innnovations in Van Nuys. It's a completely diff program than my previous one and combined with the sprint booster---let me tell ya....she is faster than ever before. Almost like a diff more powerful V-8. I'm sure it has something to do with my exhaust-AFE CAI-the new re-program and the heightened throttle tip of the sprint booster. But damn she is impressive. I need to get her dynoed ASAP because I'm feeling 25-30 more ponies and a good bit more torque at most rev bands.
And fellas the sound of my exhaust now combined with the re-map. Well, I need to get another clip made to do it justice because it's difficult to believe how amazing it sounds. PURE F-1 HARMONY!!
Enough with the typing. Here are the pics. Feel free to check out my Sig File to see all the Mods. I still have things to do. I have CF Mirror Covers to go on and I'm going to get BMW CF Wheel caps to replace my Aicona Luxury ones.
Enjoy!
So Cal
04-01-2008, 12:53 AM
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I'm still not feeling the splitters. 
But in the last pic where it appears paint matched, then I think it looks good. Personally, I'm not a fan of the ACS splitters to begin with, so my opinion may be biased. 
But the new wheels, diffuser and exhaust tips look phat Jay!
How much were the new tips? Did you get all that done at AAA again?
You need some coilovers... DROP IT LIKE IT'S HOT!
But in the last pic where it appears paint matched, then I think it looks good. Personally, I'm not a fan of the ACS splitters to begin with, so my opinion may be biased. But the new wheels, diffuser and exhaust tips look phat Jay!
How much were the new tips? Did you get all that done at AAA again?You need some coilovers... DROP IT LIKE IT'S HOT!
04-01-2008, 12:58 AM
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looks great Jay. Personally I think the ACS looks great, especially from far away.
+1 to what Ryan said, get the coilovers! I hope I get to drive your beast next time if I see you at Eurorev.
+1 to what Ryan said, get the coilovers! I hope I get to drive your beast next time if I see you at Eurorev.
04-01-2008, 04:35 AM
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Jay, the car is HOT! Tastefully done brother. One of my favorite E60's on this forum. What size are those tips? Can they be made in stainless rather than CF? How much? Details please!
Tastefully done brother. One of my favorite E60's on this forum. What size are those tips? Can they be made in stainless rather than CF? How much? Details please!
04-01-2008, 06:41 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
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I saw your 550i at HIN and didn't realize it was yours until I talked to Ronny. I was really impressed with the sound of your exhaust. It sounded different (better) than when I last heard it at the Angeles Crest meet.