Rear Lip Spoilers
12-24-2008, 06:26 AM
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I'm a relative newbie. Can someone explain to me the difference in the OEM M Lip Spoilers, the ACS type and some of the others out there? I know the look is slightly different, how much difference is there in the quality of the product? I'm tempted to just order it from the dealer parts catalog, is there a better route to go?
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12-24-2008, 08:40 AM
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You can think of an original ACS Part as equal to OEM in terms of quality and construction. ACS is one of the top tuners out there and is known for their impeccable quality, fit and finish. There is a price that follows that reputation but you should not be worried about an authentic ACS part.
With that said, we have both the authentic and replica versions of the the OEM and ACS spoilers that are identical in terms of fit and finish. We have had a chance to mock them up side by side and never had a complaint about fitment problems or quality control. They are also significantly more affordable than the original parts.
With that said, we have both the authentic and replica versions of the the OEM and ACS spoilers that are identical in terms of fit and finish. We have had a chance to mock them up side by side and never had a complaint about fitment problems or quality control. They are also significantly more affordable than the original parts.
12-24-2008, 09:20 AM
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My Ride: 2008 550i Jet Black on Black Leather, SAT with Paddles, Logic 7, Comfort Seats, NAV, Sport Package, PDC, Xenons, Sirius, Trinity 12W LED Angel Eyes, RPi GT Exhaust, M rear spoiler, ACS Roof Spoiler, Tinted Tail Lights, Bimmian Carbon Fiber Pillar Trim, Bimmian Shadow 550i emblem, RPi Scoop, E60 Forum Cling, Mtec bulbs in fog lights, Mtec 2W LED for License Plate Light Bulbs, K&N Filter, Bimmian LED Smoked Side Markers, Blackout roundels, Carbon Fiber Kidney Grills.
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I opted for the M Rear Spoiler on my car, it's just perfect and unobtrusive!! 
Good Luck with your decision!
Good Luck with your decision!
12-24-2008, 09:26 AM
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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).
Originally Posted by flyingpuck' post='752130' date='Dec 24 2008, 12:20 PM
I opted for the M Rear Spoiler on my car, it's just perfect and unobtrusive!! Good Luck with your decision!
Good Luck with your decision!
12-31-2008, 07:45 AM
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thanks guys
I'm going to go with the M spoiler, not the ACS. When you said you guys went that route, did you go with the OEM part or a synthetic? HOw much quality difference and price difference is there? I know that the OEM unpainted through BMW is $220
I'm going to go with the M spoiler, not the ACS. When you said you guys went that route, did you go with the OEM part or a synthetic? HOw much quality difference and price difference is there? I know that the OEM unpainted through BMW is $220
12-31-2008, 08:29 AM
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ACS Spoiler, in my opinion, is far, FAR MORE flattering for the E60's look than the M5 stock spoiler, (which shouldn't really be called a spoiler, its kinda like a 1" bump you barely even notice).
12-31-2008, 12:55 PM
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My Ride: 2007 525i, mystic blue metallic, black leather interior, dark poplar wood trim, premium package, navigation, iPod, park distance control, voice activation, bluetooth.
Mods: Full M-Tech Kit, ACS Rep Rear Window Spoiler, ACS Rep Rear Deck Spoiler, ACS Rep Quad Diffuser, ACS Rep Exhaust Tips, Remus Duel Exhaust, De-badge, 20% Tint Front and Rear, Umnitza Predator Ice V2, HID fog lights, Clear Side Marker Light Bulbs (yellow when on), Dark Poplar Wood Shifter, Dark Poplar Wood e-Brake Handle, Dark Poplar Wood Steering Wheel Inserts, OEM Steel Pedals, OEM M Footrest, 19 inch OEM 121s (Summer), 18 inch 124s (Winter), Shadowline Window Trim, Blacked-out Kidney Grills
I went with the ACS style also. I think it ads more to the car. That said, it's a matter of personal preference. Go with what you like. Check a few places like Trinity Autosport, Eurorev and some others in the classified section of the forum. These guys will help you out!
Good luck with the mod!
Good luck with the mod!
12-31-2008, 03:11 PM
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My Ride: 2005 545i /w Sport pkg - SMG - Nav - Premium pkg - PDC - Ready to begin my modding! =)
+1 I think the ACS or RD Sport style trunk spoilers are bye far the best looking spoilers Ive seen for the E60. I have to agree with Howitzer's opinion on the M spoiler. I am not impressed with that style at all.
To each is own, as just like wheels its all a matter of choice.
GL
To each is own, as just like wheels its all a matter of choice.
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12-31-2008, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by wbg24' post='756598' date='Dec 31 2008, 08:45 AM
thanks guys
I'm going to go with the M spoiler, not the ACS. When you said you guys went that route, did you go with the OEM part or a synthetic? HOw much quality difference and price difference is there? I know that the OEM unpainted through BMW is $220
I'm going to go with the M spoiler, not the ACS. When you said you guys went that route, did you go with the OEM part or a synthetic? HOw much quality difference and price difference is there? I know that the OEM unpainted through BMW is $220
12-31-2008, 08:12 PM
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If you are getting an m tech kit, I would get an acs or rds spoiler. No m tech kit I would go with the OEM M spoiler...
If you are going to order the OEM M spoiler, contact Gary at newport BMW (25% off to e60.net members, plus no tax) his info here:
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=18067&hl=
as far as quality goes, cannot comment on any them, but have not read of any threads regarding poor quality for any of them
If you are going to order the OEM M spoiler, contact Gary at newport BMW (25% off to e60.net members, plus no tax) his info here:
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=18067&hl=
as far as quality goes, cannot comment on any them, but have not read of any threads regarding poor quality for any of them
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