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| #1mommy (159hp) | 8 Months and still holds up. The inserts did not need to be removed. Simply cut to size and use a knife to trim. Use a sharp blade!
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| theron (502hp) | Ok, thanks guys! Good information.
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| single13 (70hp) | Quote: Originally written by armanm I now feel a slight bias towards the M3! I won't be performance modifying the M3, it will all be cosmetic front lips, spoilers, rims, some M decals etc. I need to do back-to-back test drives with the M3 and the 550i and make a decision. I was hoping the DHP would help with the size of the 5 Series. Thanks for your opinion! Or if not DHP, upgrade to a set of adjustable KWs and you can adjust the suspension to suit your needs. This is the path I took.
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| lin123 (801hp) | This week I will try to invite some cars to test the equipment and then report back to you. I already have the template for this. I just wanted to see if there were any specific finishing touches or perhaps other ideas/contributions from you guys. Thanks! -Don
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| charlee (5hp) | I'm tempted to swap the MSport wheels from my E90 with my new F10 before I sell the E90. The screw pattern is the same - is there anything else I need to pay attention to? Does anyone know if the TPMS sensors are replaceable? Thank you in advance, everyone.
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| 190689 (110hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor. Or if you don't have DHP, upgrade to a set of adjustable KWs and you can adjust the suspension to suit your needs. This is the path I took. I'll think about it. Can you give feedback before and after the week??.
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| creek1 (732hp) | I'm trying to get people's opinions on what the blacked out chrome door handle inserts look like with a glossy black vinyl wrap applied over them. I know most people would prefer color-coordinated door handle inserts, but unfortunately that's not practical with vinyl. I've never had anyone ask me to make it carbon fiber, but that could/would be an option too. Let me know what your folks would think if I could make some DIY kits and what finishes you think would look best. Before: After: Thanks! -Don Nguyen [email protected]
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| M5Beast_NYC (178hp) | Bump for oversimplified question
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| ghbdtnghbdtn (15hp) | Quote: Originally posted by armanm I'm thinking about that too. The only problems would be the ridiculous prices at launch and also the model's glitches in the first year. You don't have to deal with this. That just means you can get a reliable 2016 F10 550xi dirt cheap
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| Bounceme (911hp) | I had my vinyl wrapped in black, I think they peeled it off, wrapped it up and stuck it back on
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| walter2 (128hp) | @MCoupeInsanity . I believe the wheels have a different offset. But as far as the TPMS is concerned, it depends on the year of manufacture of the F10.
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| bloodguardian (4hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 You don't have to deal with this. That just means you can get a reliable 2016 F10 550xi dirt cheap. I would go this route too. The 2016s will be released soon. Better yet, try to find a new 550 this summer and let BMW extend your lease.
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| shrek2 (870hp) | It is not necessary to remove the chrome parts to wrap them, especially if the parts are already cut. -Don
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| catherine (355hp) | Quote: Originally posted by r33_RGSport @MCoupeInsanity. I believe the wheels have a different offset. But as far as the TPMS is concerned, it depends on the year of manufacture of the F10. 2011 F10, 2010 E90.
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| yourm0m (523hp) | Quote: Originally written by NewM3driver The Very well said. The X5 has officially been ruined with this new body change. Absolutely ridiculous looking SUV/minivan.
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| enculer (418hp) | Here you go: http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=934528
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| loser16 (819hp) | Quote: Originally posted by MCoupeInsanity 2011 F10, 2010 E90. USA E90s built from September 2009 have the same wheel sensor as USA F10s built from September 2010
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| elizabeth12 (659hp) | Quote: Originally posted by AT LAW Quote: Originally posted by 493263 You don't have to deal with this. That just means you can get a reliable 2016 F10 550xi dirt cheap. I would go this route too. The 2016s will be released soon. Better yet, try to find a new 550 this summer and let BMW extend your lease. I think this is the route I will take if I don't lease an M3 as BMW has contacted me about the preference
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| dwheeler (532hp) | I treated mine with Plastidipp. Came out pretty good
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| khadija1 (302hp) | Even if the sensors were compatible, I don't think the wheels would fit because, as mentioned, the offset is different. Your rear would fit perfectly on the front of an F10! An F10 can easily accommodate 10 rear wheels. Fill those wheel wells!
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| 30061993 (84hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Option 4: Wait another year for the next Gen 5 series. It will take a year or two for dealers to accept less than window stickers for the new model. Additionally, the new 7 series makes me very worried about the new 5 series. Way too much 3 Series influence as the headlight extends to the grille. BMW already ruined the X5, so we know they're perfectly capable of doing the same with the 5 Series.
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| 050190 (633hp) | Can't see the after picture. I would be very interested in a carbon fiber DIY kit!
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| asotjan (615hp) | The month your 2011 F10 was built will determine what sensors it has, and even then it might not be a slam dunk. My F10 is a 10/10 model (one of the earliest M-Sports) but has the newer TPMS sensors. This is despite initial research into the last 7 of my VIN suggesting it should be the earlier version. I would say your F10 probably has the later versions and is not compatible.
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| metallica666 (582hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor. Or if you don't have DHP, upgrade to a set of adjustable KWs and you can adjust the suspension to suit your needs. This is the path I took. If I remember correctly, the DHP not only changes the suspension, but also the throttle response. If you don't get DHP, can you still change the throttle response with the button? If yes, then KW v1 or v2 could be the right choice.
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| leonidas1 (359hp) | Yes, I am interested in a CF DIY...
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| need (229hp) | Ok, thanks guys! Good information.
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| nikita12 (603hp) | Quote: Originally posted by armanm Yes, I think my head is tilting slightly towards M3! Thanks, I would take the $7500 and add it to the $100,000 and get an M5.
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| cedrick (429hp) | Quote: Originally written by Don N. It is not necessary to remove the chrome parts to wrap them, especially if the parts are pre-cut. -Have luck with carbon fiber inserts?
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| 161980 (604hp) | Quote: Originally written by The I'm seeing used 2014 M5s for sale for just under 70k. That could also be another possibility ..
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| amber9 (321hp) | I had mine attached to the car and they have held up well for almost 2 years.
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| bailey6 (854hp) | Thank you for all contributions. I'd love an M5, but I'm trying to stay away from used cars for now! I'm waiting for the price of the M3 to drop a bit before placing a special order. Is it possible for BMW to get the Pure Metal Silver color through BMW Individual? I know it's reserved for M5/M6, but if I do the individual route that would be possible?
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| monkey97 (193hp) | I would buy a black set if it was sold somewhere!
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| yellow25 (946hp) | The rental agreement for my 2012 328i expires in September and I've been thinking about possible replacement vehicles. The car was wonderful apart from the electrical glitches here and there and considering the power it has and the pickup it has I'm quite happy with the performance. Now for the good things: the replacement. So stay with me for a moment before you think my thoughts are all messed up. I don't want to go over the $100,000 mark, which means I've made the following list, in order of interest and build price: 1) Mineral White/Full SO M3 $83,575 OR Alpine White 550i M Sport (83,500) including DHP, could opt for B&O instead or possibly both DHP and B&O depending on payments 2) 650i GC Alpine White M-Sport Edition ($98,600) 3) X5/X6 50i Alpine White with M-Sport ($?) Now I want to stick with option 1, option 2 would be my ultimate option, the only downside is the price. I haven't thought too much about option 3, but I definitely like the overall design, I just need a test drive. My options are very different, but definitely an upgrade over my four cylinder 328i. If I were to choose one, I would go with the M3. The only factor factoring in the 550i would be the extra space for accommodating the family, which I do quite often. Honestly, I've always loved the 5 Series! But this M3!!!! What are your thoughts and opinions? These cars will be leased and undergo some major modifications, with no more than $7,500 to be spent on MODS Best, Arman
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| janssen (194hp) | Quote: Originally written by Sohl I would buy a black set if it was sold somewhere! Ditto!
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| geoadmin (846hp) | Yes, completely different options. . The F10 is a large, heavy luxury cruiser that is essentially a slightly smaller 7 Series (same chassis). They're both quick in a straight line, but the 550 can't match the M3 for handling and steering feel (remember, the F10 is very different from the previous 5-Series models). On the other hand, the M3 interior is missing, and the car is definitely louder than the perfectly quiet 5 Series. The 650 GC is expensive but drives better than the 550 and may represent a good compromise between the M3 and the 550. You have to consider the interior space, the performance, the handling, the quietness, the quality of the interior and the availability of all of them Prioritize mods planned for you. And yes, this M3. By the way, if you're planning on engine modifications, be aware that the new M3 and M4 will contact BMW when the cars detect ECU modifications. Good luck with your decision.
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| therock2 (13hp) | Yesterday I went to a BMW repair shop and asked them if I could buy a set of door handle inserts. I thought I could give them to a paint shop, but they told me they didn't sell them. I needed to purchase a new door handle and asked how much a set of door handles cost.
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| Cthutq (953hp) | They come from a 3 series car. Is it big enough and comfortable enough? The 5 Series is a huge leap in size, luxury and comfort. The M3 will be a giant leap, no, a HUGE leap in terms of performance...really not in the same world. Why are you set on the 550? You give up a lot of handling/weight for speed that really isn't usable. The 535 Straight 6 is light years better than the crude 4-banger you're currently driving in terms of smoothness and refinement, in fact it's one of the best engines in the world. If you drive it at all, it can be deceptively fast. I never liked the 6. Couldn't give me one. I just find it big and ugly. The To me the M3 looks really good in this situation. It's a really nice step up and you'll smile every time you engage in it. I can't say that about any of the other cars you talk about.
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| bloom (848hp) | Simply purchase Shadowline vinyl siding online and apply. Then cut them with an Exacto. There is a DIY of it in the forum.
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| 5monkeys (10hp) | Option 4: Wait another year for the next Gen 5 series.
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| morado1 (286hp) | Quote: Originally written by kondor. Simply purchase Shadowline vinyl siding online and apply. Then cut them with an Exacto. There is a DIY of it in the forum. Did you have the link for the vinyl with Shawdow decor??
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| minkova_i (802hp) | The M3 is a really nice car, but I don't really know how it drives. I'm sure it will be great. And this mineral white is just great! Number 1 would be a good choice out of all of these
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| sherlock (242hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg Did you have the link for the Shawdow trim vinyl? http://shadowlinetrim.com/purchase.html I bought it here for my E92... good quality.
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| lacrosse11 (549hp) | What drives me crazy is that you want to spend $7500 on modifications to a car that you're returning... I've never understood that?
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| zombie (745hp) | I do vinyl installations and sell materials. I'm asking you here who would be interested in DIY kits, since I know that most people don't want to take an X-Acto knife into the car. I thought the prices for the pre-cut pieces would be about the same cost that other suppliers simply charge for regular materials. -Don
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| 150184 (156hp) | Quote: Originally posted by SonicEndeavor Yes, completely different options. . The F10 is a large, heavy luxury cruiser that is essentially a slightly smaller 7 Series (same chassis). They're both quick in a straight line, but the 550 can't match the M3 for handling and steering feel (remember, the F10 is very different from the previous 5-Series models). On the other hand, the M3 interior is missing, and the car is definitely louder than the perfectly quiet 5 Series. The 650 GC is expensive but drives better than the 550 and may represent a good compromise between the M3 and the 550. You have to consider the interior space, the performance, the handling, the quietness, the quality of the interior and the availability of all of them Prioritize mods planned for you. And yes, this M3. By the way, if you're planning on engine modifications, be aware that the new M3 and M4 will contact BMW when the cars detect ECU modifications. Good luck with your decision. I now feel a slight preference towards the M3! I won't be performance modifying the M3, it will all be cosmetic front lips, spoilers, rims, some M decals etc. I need to do back-to-back test drives with the M3 and the 550i and make a decision. I was hoping the DHP would help with the size of the 5 Series. Thank you for your opinion!
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| jaramillo (700hp) | My local tint and vinyl store packaged my chrome inserts for $5 per door. Could you meet or beat that price???
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| touareg (618hp) | Quote: Originally written by NewM3driver You come from a 3 series car. Is it big enough and comfortable enough? The 5 Series is a huge leap in size, luxury and comfort. The M3 will be a giant leap, no, a HUGE leap in terms of performance...really not in the same world. Why are you set on the 550? You give up a lot of handling/weight for speed that really isn't usable. The 535 Straight 6 is light years better than the crude 4-banger you're currently driving in terms of smoothness and refinement, in fact it's one of the best engines in the world. If you drive it at all, it can be deceptively fast. I never liked the 6. Couldn't give me one. I just find it big and ugly. The To me the M3 looks really good in this situation. It's a really nice step up and you'll smile every time you engage in it. I can't say that about any of the other cars you talk about. I thought about the 535i a few months ago, but looking at the M3 and its performance, I choose the 550i for a better comparison. Yes, I think the X5/X6 is pretty much out of competition at the moment. Now M3 or 550i, if only M3 prices go down a bit by the end of summer! Thank you for your opinion!
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| mamont (212hp) | Quote: Originally written by Don N. I do vinyl installations and sell materials. I'm asking you here who would be interested in DIY kits, since I know that most people don't want to take an X-Acto knife into the car. I thought the prices for the pre-cut pieces would be about the same cost that other suppliers simply charge for regular materials. -Don That's a good idea.
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| poohbaby1 (498hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Option 4: Wait another year for the next Gen 5 series. I'm thinking about that too. The only problems would be the ridiculous prices at launch and also the model's glitches in the first year.
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| elephants (356hp) | Quote: Originally written by Don N. I do vinyl installations and sell materials. I'm asking you here who would be interested in DIY kits, since I know that most people don't want to take an X-Acto knife into the car. I thought the prices for the pre-cut pieces would be about the same cost that other suppliers simply charge for regular materials. -Don Interested in the windows, but how about carbon fiber vinyl door inserts? Could you give me a price? Please let me know asap! Thanks! Also...what do you prefer for the windows in matte or glossy black??
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| turtle (486hp) | Quote: Originally written by Carbonm3ny The M3 is a really nice car, but I don't really know how it drives. I'm sure it will be great. And this mineral white is just great! Number 1 would be a good choice out of all of these. Yes, I think my head is leaning slightly towards M3! Thanks
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| 180780 (443hp) | Quote: Originally posted by kondor http://shadowlinetrim.com/purchase.html This is where I bought it for my E92... good quality. Sweet! Thanks for the link... I wouldn't have found that!
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| come (192hp) | Quote: Originally written by lsturbointeg. What drives me crazy is that you want to spend $7,500 on mods on a car that you're returning... I never understood that? At this point, I don't want to spend more than $7,500, which isn't necessarily the case that I'll spend exactly that amount. I also plan on purchasing the car at the end of the lease term or possibly doing a 5 year owner option instead of leasing. If I spend enough money on upgrades, I definitely want to keep the car in the long run.
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| brooke21 (740hp) | 8 Months and still holds up. The inserts did not need to be removed. Simply cut to size and use a knife to trim. Use a sharp blade!
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| SleepyE90 (438hp) | Quote: Originally written by armanm I now feel a slight bias towards the M3! I won't be performance modifying the M3, it will all be cosmetic front lips, spoilers, rims, some M decals etc. I need to do back-to-back test drives with the M3 and the 550i and make a decision. I was hoping the DHP would help with the size of the 5 Series. Thanks for your opinion! Or if not DHP, upgrade to a set of adjustable KWs and you can adjust the suspension to suit your needs. This is the path I took.
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| 260493 (402hp) | This week I will try to invite some cars to test the equipment and then report back to you. I already have the template for this. I just wanted to see if there were any specific finishing touches or perhaps other ideas/contributions from you guys. Thanks! -Don
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| vale (878hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor. Or if you don't have DHP, upgrade to a set of adjustable KWs and you can adjust the suspension to suit your needs. This is the path I took. I'll think about it. Can you give feedback before and after the week??.
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| JRubin13 (631hp) | Quote: Originally posted by armanm I'm thinking about that too. The only problems would be the ridiculous prices at launch and also the model's glitches in the first year. You don't have to deal with this. That just means you can get a reliable 2016 F10 550xi dirt cheap
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| lilly09 (734hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 You don't have to deal with this. That just means you can get a reliable 2016 F10 550xi dirt cheap. I would go this route too. The 2016s will be released soon. Better yet, try to find a new 550 this summer and let BMW extend your lease.
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| coumba (680hp) | Quote: Originally written by NewM3driver The Very well said. The X5 has officially been ruined with this new body change. Absolutely ridiculous looking SUV/minivan.
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| justin96 (411hp) | Quote: Originally posted by AT LAW Quote: Originally posted by 493263 You don't have to deal with this. That just means you can get a reliable 2016 F10 550xi dirt cheap. I would go this route too. The 2016s will be released soon. Better yet, try to find a new 550 this summer and let BMW extend your lease. I think this is the route I will take if I don't lease an M3 as BMW has contacted me about the preference
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| m1234567 (983hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Option 4: Wait another year for the next Gen 5 series. It will take a year or two for dealers to accept less than window stickers for the new model. Additionally, the new 7 series makes me very worried about the new 5 series. Way too much 3 Series influence as the headlight extends to the grille. BMW already ruined the X5, so we know they're perfectly capable of doing the same with the 5 Series.
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| 220180 (313hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor. Or if you don't have DHP, upgrade to a set of adjustable KWs and you can adjust the suspension to suit your needs. This is the path I took. If I remember correctly, the DHP not only changes the suspension, but also the throttle response. If you don't get DHP, can you still change the throttle response with the button? If yes, then KW v1 or v2 could be the right choice.
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| 100879 (457hp) | Quote: Originally posted by armanm Yes, I think my head is tilting slightly towards M3! Thanks, I would take the $7500 and add it to the $100,000 and get an M5.
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| imaloser1 (533hp) | Quote: Originally written by The I'm seeing used 2014 M5s for sale for just under 70k. That could also be another possibility ..
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| libertas (224hp) | Thank you for all contributions. I'd love an M5, but I'm trying to stay away from used cars for now! I'm waiting for the price of the M3 to drop a bit before placing a special order. Is it possible for BMW to get the Pure Metal Silver color through BMW Individual? I know it's reserved for M5/M6, but if I do the individual route that would be possible?
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| bitch23 (960hp) | The 2015 550 certainly doesn't have an exhaust synthesizer. Unless it's a synthesizer that makes cricket sounds. The 550 has no exhaust noise at all. The M5s have a nicely synthesized exhaust note that extends into the interior. The M5 also sounds good outside of the car. The 528 appears to have the noise of a 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, with this noise being due to the rattling of the engine itself. It seems that the best sound available on the F/10 (minus the M5 of course) is a 535 with M Performance exhaust. That's a nice sound.
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| 110696 (670hp) | Quote: Originally written by AT LAW The 2015 550 certainly doesn't have an exhaust synthesizer. Unless it's a synthesizer that makes cricket sounds. The 550 has no exhaust noise at all. The M5s have a nicely synthesized exhaust note that extends into the interior. The M5 also sounds good outside of the car. The 528 appears to have the noise of a 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, with this noise being due to the rattling of the engine itself. It seems that the best sound available on the F/10 (minus the M5 of course) is a 535 with M Performance exhaust. That's a nice sound. The sound synthesizer does not transmit any exhaust noise. It is the intake/engine noise that is synthesized in the cabin. It's also not a microphone that records the real sound, but rather a digitized, pre-recorded audio track that is piped through the speakers.
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| holy (884hp) | The 2015 550 certainly doesn't have an exhaust synthesizer. Unless it's a synthesizer that makes cricket sounds. The 550 has no exhaust noise at all. The M5s have a nicely synthesized exhaust note that extends into the interior. The M5 also sounds good outside of the car. The 528 appears to have the noise of a 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, with this noise being due to the rattling of the engine itself. It seems that the best sound available on the F/10 (minus the M5 of course) is a 535 with M Performance exhaust. That's a nice sound.
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| maxdog1 (520hp) | Quote: Originally written by AT LAW The 2015 550 certainly doesn't have an exhaust synthesizer. Unless it's a synthesizer that makes cricket sounds. The 550 has no exhaust noise at all. The M5s have a nicely synthesized exhaust note that extends into the interior. The M5 also sounds good outside of the car. The 528 appears to have the noise of a 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier, with this noise being due to the rattling of the engine itself. It seems that the best sound available on the F/10 (minus the M5 of course) is a 535 with M Performance exhaust. That's a nice sound. The sound synthesizer does not transmit any exhaust noise. It is the intake/engine noise that is synthesized in the cabin. It's also not a microphone that records the real sound, but rather a digitized, pre-recorded audio track that is piped through the speakers.
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| 51525354 (111hp) | Quote: Originally written by armanm. I'll think about it. Can you give feedback before and after the KW? It depends on what settings you use, but at KW's recommended settings the ride is firm and stable, like a good sports car. The car cuts through corners like it's on rails, without the buoyancy characteristics of the softer OEM passive luxury sports suspension. I'm not knocking the OEM suspension, just emphasizing the difference. Exit from factory settings and the ride can be as smooth as you like, or increase the speed and enjoy a fun canyon run. It takes approximately 10 minutes to change settings in all four curves (slightly slower than DHP). My installer sets up racing suspension (he drives an M3) and said that the KW's handling in factory settings is similar to the M5 suspension in sport mode (similar but not the same). Of course, you can adjust the ride height exactly to your liking, and the lower center of gravity certainly helps with handling. You should also throw away the rock-hard runflats.
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| s39jWbw5iA (152hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor. It depends on what settings you use, but at KW's recommended settings the ride is firm and stable, like a good sports car. The car cuts through corners like it's on rails, without the buoyancy characteristics of the softer OEM passive luxury sports suspension. I'm not knocking the OEM suspension, just emphasizing the difference. Exit from factory settings and the ride can be as smooth as you like, or increase the speed and enjoy a fun canyon run. It takes approximately 10 minutes to change settings in all four curves (slightly slower than DHP). My installer sets up racing suspension (he drives an M3) and said that the KW's handling in factory settings is similar to the M5 suspension in sport mode (similar but not the same). Of course, you can adjust the ride height exactly to your liking, and the lower center of gravity certainly helps with handling. You should also throw away the rock-hard runflats. Sounds interesting, I'll definitely consider upgrading once I make my final decision. I'm now leaning towards the 550i as pay is an important factor. Assuming both the 550i and M3 will be priced at around $80,000, that means the 550i should be better priced as I can net at least a $10,000 discount.
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| 08111988 (179hp) | Does anyone know if it is possible to get a custom interior in Sakhir Orange color? Would it be possible to go through BMW Individual??
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| cevthrb (298hp) | Quote: Originally written by armanm. I'll think about it. Can you give feedback before and after the KW? It depends on what settings you use, but at KW's recommended settings the ride is firm and stable, like a good sports car. The car cuts through corners like it's on rails, without the buoyancy characteristics of the softer OEM passive luxury sports suspension. I'm not knocking the OEM suspension, just emphasizing the difference. Exit from factory settings and the ride can be as smooth as you like, or increase the speed and enjoy a fun canyon run. It takes about 10 minutes to change settings in all four curves (slightly slower than DHP). My installer sets up racing suspension (he drives an M3) and said that the KW's handling in factory settings is similar to the M5 suspension in sport mode (similar but not the same). Of course, you can adjust the ride height exactly to your liking, and the lower center of gravity certainly helps with handling. You should also throw away the rock-hard runflats.
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| dawid1 (558hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor. It depends on what settings you use, but at KW's recommended settings the ride is firm and stable, like a good sports car. The car cuts through corners like it's on rails, without the buoyancy characteristics of the softer OEM passive luxury sports suspension. I'm not knocking the OEM suspension, just emphasizing the difference. Exit from factory settings and the ride can be as smooth as you like, or increase the speed and enjoy a fun canyon run. It takes approximately 10 minutes to change settings in all four curves (slightly slower than DHP). My installer sets up racing suspension (he drives an M3) and said that the KW's handling in factory settings is similar to the M5 suspension in sport mode (similar but not the same). Of course, you can adjust the ride height exactly to your liking, and the lower center of gravity certainly helps with handling. You should also throw away the rock-hard runflats. Sounds interesting, I'll definitely consider upgrading once I make my final decision. I'm now leaning towards the 550i as pay is an important factor. Assuming both the 550i and M3 will be priced at around $80,000, that means the 550i should be better priced as I can net at least a $10,000 discount.
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| icross (361hp) | Does anyone know if it is possible to get a custom interior in Sakhir Orange color? Would it be possible to go through BMW Individual??
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| me123 (577hp) | Quote: Originally written by Don N. I'll try to get some cars in this week to test the equipment and then report back to you. I already have the template for this. I just wanted to see if there were any specific finishing touches or perhaps other ideas/contributions from you guys. Thanks! -Don I appreciate it!
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| 100875 (988hp) | Do you need a heat gun or just a squeegee to apply??
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| laobidenko (663hp) | You wouldn't have to do anything like that. -Don
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| 10051996 (397hp) | Quote: Originally written by Don N. I'll try to get some cars in this week to test the equipment and then report back to you. I already have the template for this. I just wanted to see if there were any specific finishing touches or perhaps other ideas/contributions from you guys. Thanks! -Don I appreciate it!
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| agt (279hp) | Do you need a heat gun or just a squeegee to apply??
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| 29101990 (127hp) | You wouldn't have to do anything like that. -Don
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| dexter21 (344hp) | I searched the forum for answers and tried all the suggestions but nothing helped. The passenger seat still makes noise when empty. I can't enjoy driving alone because it annoys me. 1. Tried putting the headrest up but didn't help. 2. It's not the seat belt. What should I pay attention to? The dealer said I should give him my car for a day or two so he could check it out. Has anyone had a problem like this before and been able to fix it? What was it? Thanks!
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| february24 (833hp) | Mine makes a strange rubbing noise in certain positions. I found out it was the seat back side panel rubbing against the center console. I simply pumped it up a bit and moved the seat slightly and the noise went away.
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| byteme (308hp) | In this forum you will find some threads with possible solutions that are worth checking out!
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| lilangel (11hp) | Any idea where the noise is in the seat? My headrest (MSport seat) used to rattle, but I only had to adjust it by moving it slightly forward or back. If the noise is coming from the base, try moving the seat slightly back and forth. If possible, ask someone to sit in the back and check to locate the source, as this is quite a difficult task from the driver's seat while driving.
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| 420love (522hp) | I have a 2015 550i, F10. When the passenger seat is empty, I occasionally hear a dull, solid rattle. When I push the seat back toward the passenger door to stabilize it, it stops as long as I put pressure on it. I haven't discussed it with the dealer yet and may not as it seems to be getting better. Since I've only done 700 miles so far, I'll give it some time to repair itself.
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| Neem320 (251hp) | Hello, do you have a sunroof? The passenger noise drove me crazy before. When I opened the sunroof there was no noise anymore. So I started looking for the source of the noise from the sunroof. Finally, I fixed the problem by lubricating the rubber edge of the sunroof with silicone oil.
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| 06071980 (666hp) | I searched the forum for answers and tried all the suggestions but nothing helped. The passenger seat still makes noise when empty. I can't enjoy driving alone because it annoys me. 1. Tried putting the headrest up but didn't help. 2. It's not the seat belt. What should I pay attention to? The dealer said I should give him my car for a day or two so he could check it out. Has anyone had a problem like this before and been able to fix it? What was it? Thanks!
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| laker1 (538hp) | Mine makes a strange rubbing noise in certain positions. I found out it was the seat back side panel rubbing against the center console. I simply pumped it up a bit and moved the seat slightly and the noise went away.
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| peace9 (235hp) | In this forum you will find some threads with possible solutions that are worth checking out!
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| fond (511hp) | Any idea where the noise is in the seat? My headrest (MSport seat) used to rattle, but I only had to adjust it by moving it slightly forward or back. If the noise is coming from the base, try moving the seat slightly back and forth. If possible, ask someone to sit in the back and check to locate the source, as this is quite a difficult task from the driver's seat while driving.
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| yosheego (649hp) | I have a 2015 550i, F10. When the passenger seat is empty, I occasionally hear a dull, solid rattle. When I push the seat back toward the passenger door to stabilize it, it stops as long as I put pressure on it. I haven't discussed it with the dealer yet and may not as it seems to be getting better. Since I've only done 700 miles so far, I'll give it some time to repair itself.
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| coolman12 (101hp) | Hello, do you have a sunroof? The passenger noise drove me crazy before. When I opened the sunroof there was no noise anymore. So I started looking for the source of the noise from the sunroof. Finally, I fixed the problem by lubricating the rubber edge of the sunroof with silicone oil.
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| levenyatko2007 (760hp) | For me the plaque was removed at the time of ordering...why? I'd seen the same 520D before and it looked very clean... Given that over 80% of F10s on UK roads are F10s, I'm in the majority... you could argue that people removing the badge are doing it don't want to be Stand out from the minority of cheap skaters! In my case that's not the case... I actually see 535D without emblem (exhausts tell me), and that also tells me the lines are clear... I'm perfectly happy with a 520D, less fuel, for I have to pay for the company car! That said, I'm human and I get jealous when I see a 525D+ with a logo, but I get over it in 0.23 seconds
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| 14121995 (491hp) | Quote: Originally written by jedpause With over 80% of F10s on UK roads being F10s, I'm part of the majority... Huh? What are the other 20% of F?10??
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| 030307 (854hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Gran Turismo In my opinion there is probably a subtle difference between removing an existing badge (and possibly damaging the paint) and simply not ordering. Just to illustrate, it took 3 minutes to remove my ID. A string of dental floss, wiggle it between the car and the badge. You roll your finger over the remaining double-stick tape, wipe it off with some GooBGone, and apply a layer of wax to the area. I see absolutely no risk to the paint (I work harder on random tar spots and road grime). I was surprised at how easily the badge and tape came off. By the way, I'm really enjoying this thread.
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| master007 (653hp) | The badges I hate the most are the xdrive badges on the sides. Together with the silver side markers, they significantly detract from the beautiful lines of the car.
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| 747747 (55hp) | Quote: Originally posted by dunderhi Huh? What are the other 20% of the F10? Unfortunately, 80% of the F10 are 520D
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| mommy1234 (232hp) | Damn, I was going to have my 530d disconnected, but now everyone will think it's a 520d (maybe I'll just remove the d).)
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| horseshit (869hp) | Debaged 535...I love that it looks so clean! The focus remains on the CF diffuser and quad tips! Very happy with this mod
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| bulletproof (114hp) | I ordered my current and last three canceled cars after some toe-rag with a screwdriver damaged my 520d emblem and scratched the car pretty badly.
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| king360 (683hp) | +1 The car was removed immediately when the order was placed. Looks much cleaner and it's no one else's business to know what's under the hood of my car
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| nokia6500 (887hp) | The car simply looks better without the emblem.
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| 10031994 (288hp) | Let's face it, in the UK almost everyone who removes their BMW badge does so so people don't know it's the lower price, just like I leave my 530d badge on so they know it's not like that
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| 14051983 (397hp) | Appearances in Britain are constantly maintained. Probably half of the cars with badges on the islands are badged... Or incorrectly labeled M-ed. But who cares, in the same league the cars without emblems are the better looking cars.
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| sinead1 (13hp) | Summarizing this thread, here are the conclusions: 1) In the UK, people who take the badge are largely embarrassed to drive an entry-level model, and those with the real model don't usually take the badge off. 2) In Europe, where society is increasingly communist and working a few dollars more than the average 35-hour week as a worker is considered social exploitation, people often evade the badge for both cultural reasons. Furthermore, some on the continent really believe in minimalism and so some forego optics. 3) In the US there are a lot of weirdos who take the logo off high-end models for aesthetic reasons. However, the embarrassment factor of driving a car with a small engine is usually remedied in the United States by installing four-cylinder exhaust systems on a four-cylinder worm-drive 528i.
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| 030887 (130hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 5seriesHB Debaged 535...I love that it looks so clean! The focus remains on the CF diffuser and quad tips! Very happy with this mod. Let's be honest. You like to look like you're driving an M5. Especially in a state like California where people are completely superficial and what you drive matters.
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| junior69 (640hp) | Quote: Originally written by Stealth.pilot Summarizing this thread, here are the conclusions: 1) In the UK, people who take the badge are largely embarrassed to drive an entry-level model, and those with the real model take the badge usually not off. 2) In Europe, where society is increasingly communist and working a few dollars more than the average 35-hour week as a worker is considered social exploitation, people often evade the badge for both cultural reasons. Furthermore, some on the continent really believe in minimalism and so some forego optics. 3) In the US there are a lot of weirdos who take the logo off high-end models for aesthetic reasons. However, the embarrassment factor of driving a car with a small engine is usually remedied in the United States by installing four-cylinder exhaust systems on a four-cylinder worm-drive 528i. With George, I think he's got it!
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| 199312 (974hp) | Quote: Originally written by Stealth.pilot Summarizing this thread, here are the conclusions: 1) In the UK, people who take the badge are largely embarrassed to drive an entry-level model, and those with the real model take the badge usually not off. 2) In Europe, where society is increasingly communist and working a few dollars more than the average 35-hour week as a worker is considered social exploitation, people often evade the badge for both cultural reasons. Furthermore, some on the continent really believe in minimalism and so some forego optics. 3) In the US there are a lot of weirdos who take the logo off high-end models for aesthetic reasons. However, the embarrassment factor of driving a car with a small engine is usually remedied in the United States by installing four-cylinder exhaust systems on a four-cylinder worm-drive 528i. That pretty much sums it up. In the oddball category, I would also like to add that I have written off pickup trucks in the past. So I removed the Dodge decals from their Ram trucks long before Chrysler made the corporate decision to do so.
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| Greeney (426hp) | Quote: Originally posted by dunderhi That pretty much sums it up. In the oddball category, I would also like to add that I have written off pickup trucks in the past. So I removed the Dodge decals from their Ram trucks long before Chrysler made the corporate decision to do so. Yes, Americans are into aesthetic mods. So many vehicles not only have their emblems removed, but also blacked out taillights, completely blacked out panels, aftermarket wheels, rims, body kits, etc. It's hard to find a 15 year old BMW in the US that is actually still authentic. In Europe you can find Benz, BMW, Jaguar and Lexus models from the early 90s that look exactly as they did the day they rolled off the assembly line (without the model name badge, of course).).
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| 13579135 (707hp) | I'll summarize: If you care what people think and need confirmation that everyone sees your model/engine, leave the badge on. If you want a clean look and don't care what people think, get away. I bought a 535i because I came from an SC V8 engine that guzzled large amounts of premium fuel and cost a fortune to maintain. I also found that I couldn't take advantage of this motor most of the time while sitting in DC traffic. For me, I wanted my next car to be a more modest engine that I could enjoy on a daily basis. The point is, I could have afforded a 550 but chose a 535 because it suits my needs/wants. There is no shame in owning one of the models/engines. BMW makes them because different people have different needs/wants. Assuming that everyone wants a 550 and will buy a lower model out of embarrassment is stupid. If I wanted to save some of my monthly payment, I would have bought a 3 Series, a 1 Series, or a GTI. Conclusion: I removed my badge because I think it looks better.
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| shithead69 (201hp) | It's interesting how many people with dismantled cars point out: "They could have bought a higher quality car, but... they don't need it, they save on taxes etc." The reality is that in the UK you generally take the sticker off to get your car To hide shame, In Europe you remove the badge because you are ashamed of driving an expensive car, and in the US you remove the badge because you can try and can't help but try what is given to you , to improve
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| 02031977 (358hp) | It's amazing how people can frame their decision to remove the badge. The worst was the CF diffuser with the quad tips removed but an M license plate frame. This post may cause confusion. I bought a 550i, thought about removing the emblem, and everyone at the German dealer I bought from thought I was crazy for doing that. I have since installed a Hartge ECU and asked them to balance their emblem on the left side. I like how it looks, it matches the 550i badge. I think people should care less about what others think and just do what they want, as some serious self-confidence issues are visible ...
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| 03031979 (60hp) | I just took a photo, it's balanced!
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| daisygirl (583hp) | So is there any visual evidence of the most sophisticated example of badge removal? Something with a really nice car. I have proof of the other thing! My Lada Niva has all its badges on it!!!
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| alex1972 (429hp) | For me the plaque was removed at the time of ordering...why? I'd seen the same 520D before and it looked very clean... Given that over 80% of F10s on UK roads are F10s, I'm in the majority... you could argue that people removing the badge are doing it don't want to be Stand out from the minority of cheap skaters! In my case that's not the case... I actually see 535D without emblem (exhausts tell me), and that also tells me the lines are clear... I'm perfectly happy with a 520D, less fuel, for I have to pay for the company car! That said, I'm human and I get jealous when I see a 525D+ with a logo, but I get over it in 0.23 seconds
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| volkovoi_net (430hp) | Quote: Originally written by jedpause With over 80% of F10s on UK roads being F10s, I'm part of the majority... Huh? What are the other 20% of F?10??
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| kovalha (863hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Gran Turismo In my opinion there is probably a subtle difference between removing an existing badge (and possibly damaging the paint) and simply not ordering. Just to illustrate, it took 3 minutes to remove my ID. A string of dental floss, wiggle it between the car and the badge. You roll your finger over the remaining double-stick tape, wipe it off with some GooBGone, and apply a layer of wax to the area. I see absolutely no risk to the paint (I work harder on random tar spots and road grime). I was surprised at how easily the badge and tape came off. By the way, I'm really enjoying this thread.
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| gov (226hp) | The badges I hate the most are the xdrive badges on the sides. Together with the silver side markers, they significantly detract from the beautiful lines of the car.
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