Replacing wood trim on E60 possible?
12-09-2008, 09:06 PM
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I'm looking into a E60, either 535i or 550i, and was wondering if it's possible to change the trim in these cars? There are tons of aftermarket trims for the E39, but haven't been able to find much on the E60. Is it possible?
Just wondering as this would allow me to look at so many more cars to purchase if I could change the trim as I'm not a fan of the wood trim. I like either the bamboo anthracite, aluminum or black out trim. So if I can change it after I buy it, then great! If not, then I'll have to be more specific in what I'm looking for.
Thanks!
Just wondering as this would allow me to look at so many more cars to purchase if I could change the trim as I'm not a fan of the wood trim. I like either the bamboo anthracite, aluminum or black out trim. So if I can change it after I buy it, then great! If not, then I'll have to be more specific in what I'm looking for.
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='741967' date='Dec 9 2008, 10:13 PM
Yes, it is possible to remove it and replace, paint, etc...... 
for example:
painted piano black trim
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=51212
pearl bronze painted trim
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...mp;#entry541936
or you can go with a straight swap for an OEM color...just have to order the pieces from the dealer...
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12-09-2008, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by sadcaper' post='741962' date='Dec 10 2008, 02:06 PM
I'm looking into a E60, either 535i or 550i, and was wondering if it's possible to change the trim in these cars? There are tons of aftermarket trims for the E39, but haven't been able to find much on the E60. Is it possible?
Just wondering as this would allow me to look at so many more cars to purchase if I could change the trim as I'm not a fan of the wood trim. I like either the bamboo anthracite, aluminum or black out trim. So if I can change it after I buy it, then great! If not, then I'll have to be more specific in what I'm looking for.
Thanks!
Just wondering as this would allow me to look at so many more cars to purchase if I could change the trim as I'm not a fan of the wood trim. I like either the bamboo anthracite, aluminum or black out trim. So if I can change it after I buy it, then great! If not, then I'll have to be more specific in what I'm looking for.
Thanks!
take a look at my.
it was wood and I took them to cover Silver CF
12-09-2008, 11:41 PM
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Originally Posted by sadcaper' post='741962' date='Dec 10 2008, 02:06 PM
I'm looking into a E60, either 535i or 550i, and was wondering if it's possible to change the trim in these cars? There are tons of aftermarket trims for the E39, but haven't been able to find much on the E60. Is it possible?
Just wondering as this would allow me to look at so many more cars to purchase if I could change the trim as I'm not a fan of the wood trim. I like either the bamboo anthracite, aluminum or black out trim. So if I can change it after I buy it, then great! If not, then I'll have to be more specific in what I'm looking for.
Thanks!
Just wondering as this would allow me to look at so many more cars to purchase if I could change the trim as I'm not a fan of the wood trim. I like either the bamboo anthracite, aluminum or black out trim. So if I can change it after I buy it, then great! If not, then I'll have to be more specific in what I'm looking for.
Thanks!
take a look at my.
it was wood and I took them to cover Silver CF
12-10-2008, 12:48 PM
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you can replace and change anything you want as long as your willing to pay...
is that an actual carbon steering wheel emblem or a sticker?
Originally Posted by pinguhk' post='742071' date='Dec 10 2008, 03:41 AM
if you car is no LCI then yes you can change them to any thing you what.
take a look at my.
it was wood and I took them to cover Silver CF
take a look at my.
it was wood and I took them to cover Silver CF
12-10-2008, 02:27 PM
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