First pics of my AW + first mods already done!!!

groovyjay · 04-03-2008, 11:27 AM

I finally picked up my 120d AW with Coral leather interior this Monday. The weather has been just perfect and I've been all smiles driving it for couple of days.

Today I took the car to a shop to have the new suspension installed. It took good 8 hours to get the car back, but it was well worth it!

I first ordered my 120d without the M-suspension kit, since all what I read about it was how harsh it was and the height difference is only 15mm (.59") compared to the base suspension. After driven couple of hundred kilometres with the base suspension I was really likeing the ride and handling, but not the 4x4 looks of it. So I had a suspension kit installed. I was bit afraid how it would affect the ride, would it go too harsh, but it didn't at all. I still rides very similar to stock suspension, only lower! :headbang:

I have the front lowered 40mm (1.57") and the rear sits 20mm (.78") lower now. In the last pic you'll see how it sits now (quick snap, will take more tomorrow once I get the car detailed...)

So here's few shots, the first ones are with stock suspension, only the last pic shows the car lowered.

Next is the 19" wheels, once I get them back from the powdercoating place.

Hope all of you are enjoying these little wonder cars as much as I'm enjoying mine! :w00t:

mrgoochio · 04-03-2008, 11:30 AM

Nice car, envious of your clear corners..

imported_rafaramirez · 04-03-2008, 12:00 PM

Really nice! I'm getting a 128i AW too, so I know now how it looks. Good thing you got it lowered, that's a must these days

You're powdercoating your wheels white I guess? I'm eager to see that since I also have that in mind.

Keep it up!

04__STi · 04-03-2008, 12:14 PM

Looks good but those rims are ugly.

groovyjay · 04-03-2008, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by rafaramirez

You're powdercoating your wheels white I guess? I'm eager to see that since I also have that in mind.

Keep it up!

Haven't decided yet, I have 'til Saturday to make up my mind about the wheel colour, I have three to choose from. I'll post pics once I have the wheels on.

groovyjay · 04-03-2008, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 04__STi

Looks good but those rims are ugly.

I know, I got the car with those base 16" wheels, since I was going to get 19" aftermarket wheels anyway and didn't want to pay extra for BMW 17 or 18 wheels... :thumbup:

Rippy087 · 04-03-2008, 03:10 PM

Looks great, can't wait to see the pics with the new wheels! let us know what color you decide on as soon as you find out.

cozza · 04-03-2008, 07:25 PM

The angle you've taken the photos doesn't really give us an idea of just how low the car sits now. Can you take some side on? Interested to see how it looks. Is this an Eibach kit?

SpeedFrq · 04-05-2008, 08:54 AM

^ I think its the wide angle lens more than anything. Nice pics though. Would like to see side on too and definately with the 19's!

groovyjay · 04-05-2008, 09:15 AM

Couple of rainy day shots...

imported_Dodgy · 04-08-2008, 06:38 AM

I wouldn't refer to Helsinki as "Nowhere". Awesome city.

MVF4Rrider · 04-08-2008, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Dodgy

I wouldn't refer to Helsinki as "Nowhere". Awesome city.

Yes, and don't forget how important Helsinki is in the history of the American Dodgeball Association of America!

groovyjay · 04-15-2008, 02:20 PM

Thanks to these instructions http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6547

I was able to change my stock 120d black kindney's for some OEM 135i chrome kidneys!

Here's a shot showing the driver side kindey removed. The holes for the clips are easy to spot here!

Driverside installed:

Both replaced with chrome:

Success! :headbang:

04-03-2008, 11:27 AM	#1
groovyjay Individual1 7 Rep 141 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	First pics of my AW + first mods already done!!! I finally picked up my 120d AW with Coral leather interior this Monday. The weather has been just perfect and I've been all smiles driving it for couple of days. Today I took the car to a shop to have the new suspension installed. It took good 8 hours to get the car back, but it was well worth it! I first ordered my 120d without the M-suspension kit, since all what I read about it was how harsh it was and the height difference is only 15mm (.59") compared to the base suspension. After driven couple of hundred kilometres with the base suspension I was really likeing the ride and handling, but not the 4x4 looks of it. So I had a suspension kit installed. I was bit afraid how it would affect the ride, would it go too harsh, but it didn't at all. I still rides very similar to stock suspension, only lower! :headbang: I have the front lowered 40mm (1.57") and the rear sits 20mm (.78") lower now. In the last pic you'll see how it sits now (quick snap, will take more tomorrow once I get the car detailed...) So here's few shots, the first ones are with stock suspension, only the last pic shows the car lowered. Next is the 19" wheels, once I get them back from the powdercoating place. Hope all of you are enjoying these little wonder cars as much as I'm enjoying mine! :w00t:
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imported_rafaramirez Enlisted Member 2 Rep 31 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2007 iTrader: (0)	Really nice! I'm getting a 128i AW too, so I know now how it looks. Good thing you got it lowered, that's a must these days You're powdercoating your wheels white I guess? I'm eager to see that since I also have that in mind. Keep it up! __________________ Have You Seen 1t?
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cozza ///Mthusiast 135 Rep 1,751 Posts Drives: M135i (March delivery) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	The angle you've taken the photos doesn't really give us an idea of just how low the car sits now. Can you take some side on? Interested to see how it looks. Is this an Eibach kit? __________________ ///M135i: AUTO \| ALPINE WHITE \| CORAL RED LEATHER \| HEATED SEATS \| SUNROOF \| NAV \| DAB TUNER \| HARMAN KARDON \| PERFORMANCE BITS 'N' PIECES
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SpeedFrq Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 217 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	^ I think its the wide angle lens more than anything. Nice pics though. Would like to see side on too and definately with the 19's! __________________
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groovyjay Individual1 7 Rep 141 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	Couple of rainy day shots...
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imported_Dodgy First Lieutenant 6 Rep 340 Posts Drives: SG 135i 6M Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't refer to Helsinki as "Nowhere". Awesome city. __________________ Delivered! 1700hrs Tues May 20 2008: Sparkling Graphite, 6MT, Black Boston Leather, Accented Aluminium, Sun Roof, Pro Nav, Comfort Access.
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groovyjay Individual1 7 Rep 141 Posts Drives: Join Date: Dec 2007 iTrader: (0)	Thanks to these instructions http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6547 I was able to change my stock 120d black kindney's for some OEM 135i chrome kidneys! Here's a shot showing the driver side kindey removed. The holes for the clips are easy to spot here! Driverside installed: Both replaced with chrome: Success! :headbang:
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