Carbon Fiber roof.

mpiligrim · 12-14-2012, 05:38 AM

Hey Guys,
haven't found similar tread anywhere, wondering if anyone knows whether you need any special instrument or qualificaltion (simply saying BMW dealer) in order to replace the the roof panel. Has anyone a single clue on it?
Thanks in advance!

sparoz · 12-14-2012, 06:02 AM

I would say a reputable body shop who deals with M3s?

mpiligrim · 12-14-2012, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by sparoz

I would say a reputable body shop who deals with M3s?

Could be... just wondering if non specializing body shop can do that.

jackkk · 12-14-2012, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by mpiligrim

Hey Guys,
haven't found similar tread anywhere, wondering if anyone knows whether you need any special instrument or qualificaltion (simply saying BMW dealer) in order to replace the the roof panel. Has anyone a single clue on it?
Thanks in advance!

cf roof - nice choise Marat)
I think it's not the real problem to install it, you just need to ask the instruction how to do it from the supplier, I think it's Revo?

mpiligrim · 12-14-2012, 08:41 AM

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cf roof - nice choise Marat)
I think it's not the real problem to install it, you just need to ask the instruction how to do it from the supplier, I think it's Revo?

Revozport, yeah. Well Evgeniy, you know ho expensive the official dealers can be

and how useless, especially in Russia

redux · 12-14-2012, 09:21 AM

Take a look at the IND roof before purchasing the Revozport hood. The quality of mine is spectacular plus you choose any weave, pattern, or finish that your heart desires.

ozinaldo · 12-14-2012, 09:28 AM

You may like to go back a while and check the Powerbeast built thread on the notorious Dakar Yellow 1M. He was probably the first who installed a real cf roof on a 1M. Or just PM him about details that you want to clarify.

I agree about the IND comment above as well; however, I doubt they can match the price of Revozport either for the item or for shipping cost to Moscow.

redux · 12-14-2012, 10:29 AM

Both roofs come in at about $1500. The shipping cost to Moscow on the other hand......

sparoz · 12-14-2012, 06:35 PM

Powerbeast has been good at replying other queries, but was really quiet about the roof.

EINSER M · 12-20-2012, 03:37 PM

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Powerbeast has been good at replying other queries, but was really quiet about the roof.

he told me personally that the shop had issues doing the roof replacement and it was a PITA. it got done however, so dont let a poor shop's struggles get in the way of the full roof replacement from revozport. ha ha
i went with the overlay from revozport; sure it sticks out a little bit but it looks just fine by me and everyone that has seen it

EINSER M · 12-20-2012, 03:39 PM

EINSER M · 12-20-2012, 03:39 PM

sparoz · 12-21-2012, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by EINSER M

he told me personally that the shop had issues doing the roof replacement and it was a PITA. it got done however, so dont let a poor shop's struggles get in the way of the full roof replacement from revozport. ha ha
i went with the overlay from revozport; sure it sticks out a little bit but it looks just fine by me and everyone that has seen it

Thanks for this. Hopefully, I would have mine done sometime next year. Just like to find a reliable shop here to do it.

EINSER M · 12-21-2012, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by sparoz

Thanks for this. Hopefully, I would have mine done sometime next year. Just like to find a reliable shop here to do it.

you will and itll look fantastic!

mpiligrim · 12-25-2012, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by redux

Both roofs come in at about $1500. The shipping cost to Moscow on the other hand......

As long as it is lightweight stuff, shipping is no an issue

mpiligrim · 12-25-2012, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by EINSER M

he told me personally that the shop had issues doing the roof replacement and it was a PITA. it got done however, so dont let a poor shop's struggles get in the way of the full roof replacement from revozport. ha ha
i went with the overlay from revozport; sure it sticks out a little bit but it looks just fine by me and everyone that has seen it

Cool, anyway we'll see when it's done !

mpiligrim · 12-25-2012, 02:25 AM

Thanks everyone, got manuals from dealers docs

some help from my friends, seems to be much easier than I expected.

sparoz · 12-25-2012, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by mpiligrim

Thanks everyone, got manuals from dealers docs

some help from my friends, seems to be much easier than I expected.

Are you putting the shark fin back?

mpiligrim · 01-14-2013, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by sparoz

Are you putting the shark fin back?

My plan is slightly different, wanna keep oem look, so everything will still be VO painted.

Alpine* · 01-14-2013, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mpiligrim

My plan is slightly different, wanna keep oem look, so everything will still be VO painted.

Just my opinion, but if you go to the expense and time to do the CF roof then clear cote it only. It will contrast amazingly with your VO for sure. It would also be OEMish as it would replicate an E92 really well.

If I had the $$ I would love to do this too!

sparoz · 01-14-2013, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by AlpineM3E92

Just my opinion, but if you go to the expense and time to do the CF roof then clear cote it only. It will contrast amazingly with your VO for sure. It would also be OEMish as it would replicate an E92 really well.

If I had the $$ I would love to do this too!

You know it is not that expensive

. Most of them are around 1.5k mark, and if you want a German made one - 2.5k euro.

Blue55 · 01-25-2013, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mpiligrim

Hey Guys,
haven't found similar tread anywhere, wondering if anyone knows whether you need any special instrument or qualificaltion (simply saying BMW dealer) in order to replace the the roof panel. Has anyone a single clue on it?
Thanks in advance!

I would avoid this at all costs. My original 1M was rolled and I very much doubt the driver (not me) would have walked away if it had some aftermarket CF roof. Given the state of the roof after the accident, I'd say the driver would probably be dead now.

There is NO good reason to do a CF roof. Not only will you dramatically lower the value of your 1M, you will put your life in danger. I'll be happy to send you photos of the wreck.

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sparoz Brigadier General 71 Rep 4,846 Posts Drives: VO 1///M; AW X3 30d Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sunshine Coast iTrader: (0)	I would say a reputable body shop who deals with M3s? __________________ 1///M - Valencia Orange X3 30d - Alpine White Under Six Seconds http://www.under6s.com
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redux Private First Class 3 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: beer iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 1M [4.60] 2008 RS4 [0.00]	Take a look at the IND roof before purchasing the Revozport hood. The quality of mine is spectacular plus you choose any weave, pattern, or finish that your heart desires. __________________ BMW 1M *(Production Number Something)* of *(I Don't Care)*
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ozinaldo Brigadier General 48 Rep 3,053 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lisbon, Portugal iTrader: (0)	You may like to go back a while and check the Powerbeast built thread on the notorious Dakar Yellow 1M. He was probably the first who installed a real cf roof on a 1M. Or just PM him about details that you want to clarify. I agree about the IND comment above as well; however, I doubt they can match the price of Revozport either for the item or for shipping cost to Moscow. __________________ "The mark of a great car is one whose overall competence exceeds what you should expect from its individual components and the 1M does just that", Chris Harris. BMW 1M-SOLD-: TECH: Evolve Race+N55mids, Evolve IC, Michelin PSS, ER cp, aFe filter, CDVx, Vorshlag camber plates, BMS OCC EXTERIOR: trunk spoiler, blacklines, black grills, IND goodies INTERIOR: Alcantara steering wheel, steel pedals, custom mats, MPower e-brake.
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redux Private First Class 3 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: beer iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 1M [4.60] 2008 RS4 [0.00]	Both roofs come in at about $1500. The shipping cost to Moscow on the other hand...... __________________ BMW 1M *(Production Number Something)* of *(I Don't Care)*
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