Pictures of my 545i with the M Aero Kit
03-28-2005, 02:34 AM
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I installed the kit 3 weeks ago but have not had time to take pictures and post until now. Yes, I know that the gap between the hood and the front bumper is more that it should be. I know how to correct that, but again I have not had the time to make the adjustment........maybe next weekend.
A couple of observations:
1. I think the kit makes the 124 wheels look better than with the stock bumpers.......at least in the flesh, I don't know if the pictures really show that.
2. I could not DISAGREE more with those of you who believe that the M Kit's rear bumper looks "less agressive" or "less sporty" than the stock rear bumper. The M rear bumper looks A LOT more aggressive and sporty than the stock. It is a lot bigger and deeper. Yes.......maybe both the M Front bumper and the stock Rear bumper have a lip, but I personally don't think they match each other well. When I installed the front bumper I did not have the time to do the rear the same day, so I ended up driving it with the M Front and stock Rear for a couple of days and then installed the M Rear. So I have seen it both ways and still believe the M Rear is MUCH better. The M Rear matches the whole M Kit much better and has so much presence that unfortunately just does not read well in the pictures.
Anyways.......just my opinion.
Since I have about 30 pictures to post, I can not do it in one post.........so I will post them in here and the next couple of replies......just scroll down.
A couple of observations:
1. I think the kit makes the 124 wheels look better than with the stock bumpers.......at least in the flesh, I don't know if the pictures really show that.
2. I could not DISAGREE more with those of you who believe that the M Kit's rear bumper looks "less agressive" or "less sporty" than the stock rear bumper. The M rear bumper looks A LOT more aggressive and sporty than the stock. It is a lot bigger and deeper. Yes.......maybe both the M Front bumper and the stock Rear bumper have a lip, but I personally don't think they match each other well. When I installed the front bumper I did not have the time to do the rear the same day, so I ended up driving it with the M Front and stock Rear for a couple of days and then installed the M Rear. So I have seen it both ways and still believe the M Rear is MUCH better. The M Rear matches the whole M Kit much better and has so much presence that unfortunately just does not read well in the pictures.
Anyways.......just my opinion.
Since I have about 30 pictures to post, I can not do it in one post.........so I will post them in here and the next couple of replies......just scroll down.
03-28-2005, 03:02 AM
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My Ride: 545i Mystic Blue/Black Leather Type 124 Wheels
Originally Posted by CMachado' date='Mar 28 2005, 06:55 AM
Great pictures
Looks great
Please help me find where I can buy same m aero kit
I am thinking to buy AC Schitner? kit but does not look as? nice
mine is 545i saphire black
Respecfully
Looks great
Please help me find where I can buy same m aero kit
I am thinking to buy AC Schitner? kit but does not look as? nice
mine is 545i saphire black
Respecfully
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03-28-2005, 04:06 AM
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My Ride: 2005 545i (SMG)
Titanium Gray
Black Interior, Anthracite Trim
M-tech kit
Sport Package
Premium Sound
Satellite Radio
Active Cruise
Comfort Seats
Navigation
Folding rear seats
Rody. Our cars match... 
I have that exact same gap in front bumper. How do I fix? Thanks in advance.
I have that exact same gap in front bumper. How do I fix? Thanks in advance.