Bought sun blinds to my e61

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05-11-2013, 09:38 AM

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My Ride: 2008 535xiT6

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Originally Posted by Lotus99

Our car comes with the optional blinds for the rear doors, that are integrated into the window frames, so they roll out and roll back into the frames, which is very cool. The ones above pop in as one piece I assume, and are already extended? Or are they a retrofit of the OEM option and roll in and out?

For the trunk area windows and the hatch, I didn't realize there are shades you can get that just pop into the window frame. Is that how they go in, or do they roll into a frame? Any details on them, like cost? This is what I saw in the UK accessories brochure, which are not cheap! So is that going to cost me 250 pounds?

Sorry I never saw this post question! Yes on how they "pop" in once you place the small holder tabs. Very slick and easy. You could in fact use them on the 2nd row windows but I'm not sure about in addition to when the factory sliding version is open. There is a chance these are slim enough to mount in behind the sliding version which you might still be able to pull up for a double layer. You could test this theory with mine if you're in town some time.

The rear hatch and cargo area side windows are the really nice ones as they really provide privacy and sun blocking.

I got mine from BMW parts counter 10% off for being a BMWCCA member.

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05-13-2013, 07:42 AM

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If I was to get them, it would be for the trunk only. Wasn't planning on doubling up the rear doors. My original plan was to just tint the rear (since these shades are so expensive at 250 pounds), but have been too lazy to get it done...