Jnelson1182

So I have a 2004 525i, black with black interior an all emblems besides trunk, hood grommet have been pulled off as well as the side window trim being black rather than chrome. I recently got some cans of spray tint for the lights, when I put it on I like the way the brake lights looked but due to the tint being so dark you can no longer see the inside of the lens on the front lights which look I kinda liked, this is why I decided to get online an ask for other peoples thoughts on what looks better before u make my final decision.

Valhalla519

I tinted just my rear tail lights and only the signal indicator part. Love the look!
Would never do the headlights.

Jnelson1182

yea I'm pulling the tint off headlights now lol, I am aiming for the blacked out look, eventually I want black rims but I do like the way my lights look clear, especially when turning and the bulb turns with you lol.

audiophool

Your poll doesn't have the option I'd pick: no tint on any lamps. I can't tell you how many nutters with tinted brake lights there are around here where you can barely see brake lights in the dark, and in daylight you can't see them at all.

I learned a long time ago that the best way to avoid scrutiny by the popo is to not do mods to your car to make it stand out. Much easier to describe a car that's being driven inappropriately: "yeah officer, it was lowered, tinted windows and lamps, loud exhaust and the tires were too narrow for the rims". Sure, when you're young you're trying to capture the attention of the female of the species, but the fact is that girls don't care about that stuff. You're only impressing your guy friends who don't dare to go as far.

FormerE30Owner

Agreed. Its enough that the cops stop you for having a dirty rear licence plate. I prefer the "Q-boat" look and run under the radar, so to speak.