BMW 135i Custom Build

[CWhitson]

Hi everyone, a bit new to this site. I own a 2009 BMW 135i, I've had it since september of 2014 and have been slowly modifying it since. I'm beginning to accumulate the parts needed to begin body work such as a new bumper, widened fenders, and side skirts. I thought it would be appropriate to start a build thread as I am a bit new to this and would love to hear any suggestions, concerns, and ideas.

And here is a list of modifications I have done so far:
JB4 G5
BMS Oil Catch Can
BMS Oil Thermostat
BMS Cowl Filters
Stett Stainless Steel Vacuum Canisters
Stett Cold Air Intake
CP Chargepipe
Turbosmart Dual Diverter Valves
Evolution Racewerks Carbon Engine Cover
Turner Motorsports Carbon Strut Bar
AR Design Catless Downpipes
Maddad Catless Midpipes
Berk Race Axel-Back w/ Muffler Delete
BMS Clutch Stop
BMW Short Shift Kit
Spec Stage 1 Clutch and Aluminum Flywheel
BMW 335is Engine Mounts
Stoptech Drilled and Slotted Cryogenically Treated Brake Rotors
ECS Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Painted Grey Calipers
N5Tuner Carbon Fiber Interior Trim
Custom Alcantara Steering Wheel with Tri-Color Stitching
Carbon Fiber Steering Wheel Insert
Alcantara Shift and Brake Boot with Tri-Color Stitching
Carbon Fiber Shift Knob
Carbon Fiber Brake Handle
Carbon Fiber Pedal Set
Blackline Taillights w/ Tint
Painted Black Exterior Trim
Rieger Style Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser
CSL Style Carbon Fiber Trunk
Seibon Carbon Fiber M3 Style Hood
RW Carbon Side Mirrors
RW Carbon Kidney Grills
Cree RGBW Headlights w/ Bluetooth

Parts that have been ordered or will be ordered but have yet to be installed:
AD Engineering Stepped 1000+ HP Intercooler (Anodized Type III Black)
Evolution Racewerks Front End Wide Body Kit
N5Tuner Widened Rear Fenders
Avant Garde M580's

I also plan to switch to a lighter tint on the taillights and paint the insides of the headlights black. I am sure that I have left some things out but I will continue to update as the build progresses. Please feel free to comment and ask questions, I would love to hear your suggestions and ideas.

Sincerely,
Chasen

[inFamousKicks]

Pretty clean ride. Good luck with the build!

[Esteban]

Welcome!

[CWhitson]

Thanks!

[fast1eddy]

Are you doing or do you already have any suspension mods done ? I'm always surprised to see people doing extensive power mods to these cars without first improving the suspension. To me the weak link in a 135 is the handling not the power. Nice mod list non the less.

[Matticus91]

Love it except the wheels haha can't wait to see it with the new rims

[CWhitson]

I do plan on upgrading suspension parts also, haven't decided what I want yet, what would you suggest?

[CWhitson]

Thanks!

[TexSquirrel]

Looks very nice!
Where did you get the trunk?

[Matticus91]

Originally Posted by CWhitson

I do plan on upgrading suspension parts also, haven't decided what I want yet, what would you suggest?

M3 Bushings, few different coilover options

[fast1eddy]

I've got BMW performance suspension, E92 M3 front sway bar, Whiteline subframe bushings and Dinan rear upper shock mounts. The car is planted yet compliant. Just the way I wanted it. It actually rides better than stock.

[boostm3]

Nice.. But how bout a Clutch Delay Valve delete since youve got everything else.. And Oh My, that brake dust!

[TexSquirrel]

Originally Posted by boostm3

...And Oh My, that brake dust!

I think that is Plastidip.

[boostm3]

Originally Posted by TexSquirrel

I think that is Plastidip.

Yea.. Could be.. Ive seen heavily dusted wheels that dont look all that different!

[TexSquirrel]

Yeah, German cars and brake dust go hand in hand.

[CWhitson]

The brake dust is unbelievable on this car and used to be even worse with the stock pads before I switched to ceramic. You are correct that the wheels are plasti-dipped black, the break dust is still very apparent thought. Thanks for all the great suggestions on suspension parts!

[CWhitson]

The trunk is by DeutschTech Designs

[CWhitson]

boostm3, I do actually have a CDV delete, I must have forgot to include it in my list