BMW 545i Exterior Mods
03-16-2007 | 08:44 AM
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From: expat in The Netherlands
My Ride: BMW 545iA Black Sapphire
Model Year: 2005
Engine: 545i
After 27 months ownership I've decided to give my 545i an exterior update. Previously, it had an ACS lip and the rear M5 boot finisher to complement it's otherwise stock look.
I've kept the ACS lip which I still like. Additional items include :
- M rear bumper
- M sideskirts
- M5 rear spoiler (not installed yet)
- M5 mirrors
- 19" OEM 172M with Dunlop SportMaxx (staggered setup of course)
- SCC 13mm rear spacers, to bring the rear offset in line with the front
I've also been considering the LCI LED taillights when they become available - that would probably conclude the exterior mods on my car, before I consider some light performance mods, most likely in the form of an exhaust and K&N air filter.
I wanted a balanced aggressive, clean and classy look, I like the results. It will keep me going easily until I consider the F10 in the future...
The key elements in my opinion are the M5 mirrors and rear spacers - the car looks HAWT !
Some comments on the wheels, tires, spacers. No real problems to mention actually, when the tires are cold, there is a slight overall vibration (passenger seat slightly shaking) - but this goes away after about 15 km. Ride quality from the Dunlops is good - noise is satisfactory, as expected from all the reviews I read. It's an ultra high performance tire, but also has VERY good wet handling which is a factor for me during our summers here (they are usually wet !) I didn't want my car rendered unsafe during those conditions, especially with 275 on the rear.
Some have mentioned vibrations with spacers - no problems here.
Enjoy !
PS. Thanks to Tony (quad_M) for the m-packet !
I've kept the ACS lip which I still like. Additional items include :
- M rear bumper
- M sideskirts
- M5 rear spoiler (not installed yet)
- M5 mirrors
- 19" OEM 172M with Dunlop SportMaxx (staggered setup of course)
- SCC 13mm rear spacers, to bring the rear offset in line with the front
I've also been considering the LCI LED taillights when they become available - that would probably conclude the exterior mods on my car, before I consider some light performance mods, most likely in the form of an exhaust and K&N air filter.
I wanted a balanced aggressive, clean and classy look, I like the results. It will keep me going easily until I consider the F10 in the future...
The key elements in my opinion are the M5 mirrors and rear spacers - the car looks HAWT !
Some comments on the wheels, tires, spacers. No real problems to mention actually, when the tires are cold, there is a slight overall vibration (passenger seat slightly shaking) - but this goes away after about 15 km. Ride quality from the Dunlops is good - noise is satisfactory, as expected from all the reviews I read. It's an ultra high performance tire, but also has VERY good wet handling which is a factor for me during our summers here (they are usually wet !) I didn't want my car rendered unsafe during those conditions, especially with 275 on the rear.
Some have mentioned vibrations with spacers - no problems here.
Enjoy !
PS. Thanks to Tony (quad_M) for the m-packet !
03-16-2007 | 09:03 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E63 M6: Silverstone Metallic... Fully loaded2005 DINAN5 (545i): Jet Black... Fully loaded1955 Chevy: Custom
Classy, clean and mean looking E60!!! I like everything about it 
03-16-2007 | 09:17 AM
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My Ride: BMW 545iA Black Sapphire
Model Year: 2005
Engine: 545i
Originally Posted by JDN' post='403541' date='Mar 16 2007, 06:13 PM
Andy, that is absolutely classic BMW. You have put mine to shame. Are you still using RejeX to keep that great finish?
Thanks for the kind words guys !
03-16-2007 | 09:36 AM
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From: San Jose, CA
My Ride: E60 M5, F85 X5M
Originally Posted by freed0m' post='403535' date='Mar 16 2007, 10:03 AM
Classy, clean and mean looking E60!!! I like everything about it
Beautiful pics to if I may add. Looks like something that should come from a BMW catalogue.
03-16-2007 | 12:19 PM
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From: Costa Mesa, CA
My Ride: Gone: 2004 525i Jet Black, Built 03/04, Premium Package, Black Dakota Leather, Halogen to Euro Spec Bi-Xenons Retrofit, Dark Poplar Wood Trim, Steptronic Breyton Spirit Reps 20x9F 20x10R - Nitto NT555 245/35/20F-275/30/20R, M5 Front Bumper, H&R Sport Springs, Chrome Grills, 20% Tint, Euro Reflectors, Debadged, Aux Input, CIP v19.x
Looks beautiful 
03-16-2007 | 12:40 PM
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From: expat in The Netherlands
My Ride: BMW 545iA Black Sapphire
Model Year: 2005
Engine: 545i
Originally Posted by wowe' post='403603' date='Mar 16 2007, 08:44 PM
Andy your mods looks realy nice but if you put the shadowline trim around it will turn in to a beast. Congrats