Front Sunshade?

ChrisK · 07-31-2008, 08:18 AM

Has anyone bought the Bavarian Auto Sport front sunshade or another brand?

08bmw128i · 07-31-2008, 08:19 AM

I have have BMW one from Dan@unitedbmw. It's very nice and it does actually help to keep the car cool.

ChrisK · 07-31-2008, 08:52 AM

My only problem with the BMW shade is the BMW logo on the front

I didn't want advertise as people drove by my car in the parking lot.

Are the corners soft so they won't mar the dash?

08bmw128i · 07-31-2008, 08:56 AM

The corner's aren't rough at all they are rounded and smooth. I like the advertising in the parking lot lol. It's nice to know that in my whole company there are only three people with BMW's. Me, the owner, and our marketing person's husband has one.

ChrisK · 07-31-2008, 09:01 AM

sI just ordered one. I have a special spot that I park in, but it faces due west with zero trees. aka black interior = roastie

I have the fan set to automatically run for 15mins on high before I leave for the day, that helps 10 fold.

08bmw128i · 07-31-2008, 09:07 AM

See your lucky to have the Idrive I don't have that so my black interior is very roastie, and those black seat will burn your A$$!!!!

Artmasterx · 07-31-2008, 12:36 PM

Do you think the BMW logo is easily removable, like a sticker or something? I may want this as well, but really don't want the BMW logo on it.

08bmw128i · 07-31-2008, 12:38 PM

I don't think so I think it's in the actual sunshade itself.

InsaneSkippy · 07-31-2008, 01:43 PM

Could you just turn it 180 degrees so the BMW logo faced inwards?

08bmw128i · 07-31-2008, 01:49 PM

yeah you could just do that as well.

Artmasterx · 07-31-2008, 02:04 PM

Are both sides the reflective silver stuff? If so, the turning it around would work fine. If it is not reflective, then it would not keep the inside as cool, but would still be better than nothing.

akak1997 · 07-31-2008, 02:36 PM

put some aluminum foil over the BMW logo. With that kinda getto mod ppl will stay away from your car too

PA135i · 07-31-2008, 07:47 PM

I bought the one from BavAuto 6 years ago for my 325Ci. Now that I have my 135i it fits fine. One problem with the shade is it tends to crack over time. The foil like covering is coming off on mine. And leaves pieces in the car. The thing was $50.
I'll have to break down and buy a new one next spring. Not getting one now.

AndyM · 08-01-2008, 09:12 AM

The sunshade is reflective only on one side. The sunshade is thick and substantial. The edge is lined with a softer cloth so it should not damage the dash.

It comes with a decent vinyl storage case/sleeve.

I do not think it would be easy to remove the BMW lettering but it is not something that I am bothered with as long as the sunshade does what it is supposed to do.

PA135i · 08-01-2008, 07:14 PM

Not trying to diss the shade but that shiney stuff cracks over time and flakes off. Like I mentioned in my post. That is of the same quality of the one BavAuto sells. Maybe if you put it the case every single time you use it.. might last longer and protect it. I think the key is to be careful to take your time and fold it properly. You would think it would last longer than 6 summers of use for $50.

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08bmw128i Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 226 Posts Drives: 2018 X5M Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lincoln Rhode Island iTrader: (2)	I have have BMW one from Dan@unitedbmw. It's very nice and it does actually help to keep the car cool.
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08bmw128i Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 226 Posts Drives: 2018 X5M Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lincoln Rhode Island iTrader: (2)	The corner's aren't rough at all they are rounded and smooth. I like the advertising in the parking lot lol. It's nice to know that in my whole company there are only three people with BMW's. Me, the owner, and our marketing person's husband has one.
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08bmw128i Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 226 Posts Drives: 2018 X5M Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lincoln Rhode Island iTrader: (2)	See your lucky to have the Idrive I don't have that so my black interior is very roastie, and those black seat will burn your A$$!!!!
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08bmw128i Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 226 Posts Drives: 2018 X5M Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lincoln Rhode Island iTrader: (2)	I don't think so I think it's in the actual sunshade itself.
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08bmw128i Second Lieutenant 51 Rep 226 Posts Drives: 2018 X5M Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lincoln Rhode Island iTrader: (2)	yeah you could just do that as well.
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Artmasterx Captain 46 Rep 884 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: MA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 Volvo V70R [10.00] 2007 BMW 335i [10.00]	Are both sides the reflective silver stuff? If so, the turning it around would work fine. If it is not reflective, then it would not keep the inside as cool, but would still be better than nothing. __________________ Current: 2007 335i sedan Alpine White \| Sports \| Premium \| Cold \| Comfort Access FORMERLY: 128i coupe Alpine White \| Sports Package \| Black Leather
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akak1997 Major 63 Rep 1,159 Posts Drives: BMW 135 @ 135mph Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	put some aluminum foil over the BMW logo. With that kinda getto mod ppl will stay away from your car too
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PA135i Brigadier General 968 Rep 3,323 Posts Drives: 08 135i 08 CR-V Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pennsylvania iTrader: (0)	I bought the one from BavAuto 6 years ago for my 325Ci. Now that I have my 135i it fits fine. One problem with the shade is it tends to crack over time. The foil like covering is coming off on mine. And leaves pieces in the car. The thing was $50. I'll have to break down and buy a new one next spring. Not getting one now.
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AndyM Lieutenant 134 Rep 536 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2007 iTrader: (2)	The sunshade is reflective only on one side. The sunshade is thick and substantial. The edge is lined with a softer cloth so it should not damage the dash. It comes with a decent vinyl storage case/sleeve. I do not think it would be easy to remove the BMW lettering but it is not something that I am bothered with as long as the sunshade does what it is supposed to do. Attached Images
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PA135i Brigadier General 968 Rep 3,323 Posts Drives: 08 135i 08 CR-V Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pennsylvania iTrader: (0)	Not trying to diss the shade but that shiney stuff cracks over time and flakes off. Like I mentioned in my post. That is of the same quality of the one BavAuto sells. Maybe if you put it the case every single time you use it.. might last longer and protect it. I think the key is to be careful to take your time and fold it properly. You would think it would last longer than 6 summers of use for $50.
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