Spring/Summer 2009: your E61 mod plans
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Nice! That is a beefy looking handle there! 
I have elected NOT to install those over-priced ACS bits (e-brake handle and iDrive cover).
I have elected NOT to install those over-priced ACS bits (e-brake handle and iDrive cover).
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Originally Posted by Patrick E61' post='879116' date='May 15 2009, 09:23 AM
Nice! That is a beefy looking handle there!
I have elected NOT to install those over-priced ACS bits (e-brake handle and iDrive cover).
I have elected NOT to install those over-priced ACS bits (e-brake handle and iDrive cover).
You're right about it being beefy. Its like having a beefier wheel, it seems more purposeful some how. Shame I don't really use it, because I have the "P" function on the auto... so I'm not even going to try and justify my purchase... I simply wanted it!
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With my E39 Touring (step), I never once - in 7 years of ownership - used the hand brake. Same story with the E61 so far.
I may go with the M5 hand brake cover/handle to match the M5 gear selector.
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My Ride: Jan 2006 E63 650i Sport
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Sport version (includes: sport-seats, sport-suspension, M-Sport steering wheel, Anthracite headliner, Shaddow Line), Saphire Black, Black Dakota Leather, Anthracite Maple Wood trim, Steptronic Auto, Xenons, NAV-Professional with Voice Control, TV, CD-Changer, Bluetooth, Logic7, Head-up Display, Comfort Access, Seat Heating front, Auto Dimming & Folding Mirrors, Extended Auto Air Conditioning, PDC.
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Mods:
Spacers 5mm front & 15mm rear
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Wheels:
20" Alpina Softline (Classic) with Dunlop Sport Maxx non-RFT (255/35/20 & 285/30/20)
I think the M5 iDrive knob could be one of my next mods. However when I recetnly phoned BMW to order one, they said it didn't fit 
I know its not specifically designed for the E60, but it should still fit ok, right???
I know its not specifically designed for the E60, but it should still fit ok, right???
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Originally Posted by xBMWx' post='879239' date='May 15 2009, 04:13 PM
I think the M5 iDrive knob could be one of my next mods. However when I recetnly phoned BMW to order one, they said it didn't fit I know its not specifically designed for the E60, but it should still fit ok, right???
I know its not specifically designed for the E60, but it should still fit ok, right???It is the same deal with some ACS iDrive controllers.
///Marco.it has the M5 controller on his E61, but his car is 2.5 years younger than my 2005.
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My Ride: Jan 2006 E63 650i Sport
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Spacers 5mm front & 15mm rear
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Wheels:
20" Alpina Softline (Classic) with Dunlop Sport Maxx non-RFT (255/35/20 & 285/30/20)
Hmm, well it looks like I will just have to find another mod to spend my money on...
I'm thinking Dension gateway or iPod interface. My car doesn't even have the aux input and I'm already fed up of burning CDs!
I'm thinking Dension gateway or iPod interface. My car doesn't even have the aux input and I'm already fed up of burning CDs!
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After one week of indecison, finally I made up my mind and today I have installed the new M5 mirrors I got from the States. They are the new MY2009 and I have exchanged them with my old M5 mirrors as the guy did not like the look on his M5 sedan.
IMO they fit the Touring better and I actually like the new look of my car very much.
This is the second spring mod after the Alpina rims. Now I am missing the black front grill that just became available few weeks ago by BMW dealers.
Here are some photos of my wagon with new rims and rear mirrors.
...and this is the photo of the black front grill taken from BMW's web page.
Later I will most probably go with the M5 front bumper. But this is another story that will go on, most probably, this fall/winter.
IMO they fit the Touring better and I actually like the new look of my car very much.
This is the second spring mod after the Alpina rims. Now I am missing the black front grill that just became available few weeks ago by BMW dealers.
Here are some photos of my wagon with new rims and rear mirrors.
...and this is the photo of the black front grill taken from BMW's web page.
Later I will most probably go with the M5 front bumper. But this is another story that will go on, most probably, this fall/winter.
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My Ride: Jan 2006 E63 650i Sport
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Sport version (includes: sport-seats, sport-suspension, M-Sport steering wheel, Anthracite headliner, Shaddow Line), Saphire Black, Black Dakota Leather, Anthracite Maple Wood trim, Steptronic Auto, Xenons, NAV-Professional with Voice Control, TV, CD-Changer, Bluetooth, Logic7, Head-up Display, Comfort Access, Seat Heating front, Auto Dimming & Folding Mirrors, Extended Auto Air Conditioning, PDC.
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Mods:
Spacers 5mm front & 15mm rear
.
Wheels:
20" Alpina Softline (Classic) with Dunlop Sport Maxx non-RFT (255/35/20 & 285/30/20)
Thats one very classy looking ride 
I agree, the mirrors work better on the Touring and those rims are simply a timeless classic... on any BMW!
It will be interesting to see how the black grills work with the new look.
I agree, the mirrors work better on the Touring and those rims are simply a timeless classic... on any BMW!
It will be interesting to see how the black grills work with the new look.
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Model Year: 2012
Originally Posted by xBMWx' post='889258' date='May 25 2009, 12:55 PM
Thats one very classy looking ride
I agree, the mirrors work better on the Touring and those rims are simply a timeless classic... on any BMW!
It will be interesting to see how the black grills work with the new look.
I agree, the mirrors work better on the Touring and those rims are simply a timeless classic... on any BMW!
It will be interesting to see how the black grills work with the new look.
I will install it next week and post some pics.