Where to buy BMW Carbon Fiber?

[PeteA]

Hi guys,

I'm picking up my 135i AW Manual next month.

In anticipation I really would like to pick up some bits and pieces. I've scoured the BMP Performance Accessories brochure and think the carbon fiber bits available look great.

As a starting point, I'd like to fiddle with the cosmetics. It's going to be a daily driver so not THAT interested in improving handling or power (I'm trying to hold back here!!)

I'd like:
Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser
Carbon Fiber Lip Spoiler

The prices BMW quoted me a ridiculous - $550 each for the mirrors, $2.6k for the diffuser, $1200 for the spoiler. Can I get these anywhere cheaper?

(These parts will be for a Nov/Dec 2012 build vehicle)

Thanks!

[MrBlonde]

BM Mini parts for OEM BMW gear. The diffuser is a good buy I reckon. The mirror caps don't looks so great IMO but each to their own.

[Orlin]

Originally Posted by Reigns

Hi guys,

I'm picking up my 135i AW Manual next month.

In anticipation I really would like to pick up some bits and pieces. I've scoured the BMP Performance Accessories brochure and think the carbon fiber bits available look great.

As a starting point, I'd like to fiddle with the cosmetics. It's going to be a daily driver so not THAT interested in improving handling or power (I'm trying to hold back here!!)

I'd like:
Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser
Carbon Fiber Lip Spoiler

The prices BMW quoted me a ridiculous - $550 each for the mirrors, $2.6k for the diffuser, $1200 for the spoiler. Can I get these anywhere cheaper?

(These parts will be for a Nov/Dec 2012 build vehicle)

Thanks!

Tell him he's dreamin.

[PeteA]

Thanks for the link mate. They sure have a lot of parts. I hope I pick the right parts when I order! Prices look much better than what we have here.

I'd prefer to stick to OEM parts, that way I know the quality and the fitment is spot on.

[VGR00]

US$240 plus delivery for this diffuser of EBay. Fits really good. I'd give it a 9.5 out of 10

[Scoobs]

^ Veet, lookin good. Shame about the swirls

Has mine shipped yet ?

[VGR00]

Thanks David .... No swirl marks (yet)....

I haven't received your tracking number as yet. I'll send him an email tomorrow to chase.

[dan_brooks]

Damn... Do you happen to have the link for that ...

[VGR00]

Sure .....He lists them for US$288 or make an offer. He has accepted US$240 a few times that I'm aware off.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/400324497...84.m1497.l2649

[fly_inverted]

For comparison, my 135i bought new in June from Westside, the
Carbon Fibre Spoiler $596.41
Carbon Fibre Mirror Cover $330.22 each

thats what was on the contract anyway.
the reality was that the final negotiated price for the car essentially got these bits and more free of charge.

if you are buying this car new, i'd push for 'free' addons such as this. it is so easy to take your business to another bmw dealership that might be just a wee bit more interested in getting your business. When i bought, i negotiated with nsw, qld and vic based dealers, and i found the qld ones generally speaking the best and most negotiable.

[PeteA]

Thanks everyone! Will reach out to those who PM-ed me soon

[chrisN]

eeeeeeeeeeebay baby

[Orlin]

Originally Posted by fly_inverted

For comparison, my 135i bought new in June from Westside, the
Carbon Fibre Spoiler $596.41
Carbon Fibre Mirror Cover $330.22 each

thats what was on the contract anyway.
the reality was that the final negotiated price for the car essentially got these bits and more free of charge.

if you are buying this car new, i'd push for 'free' addons such as this. it is so easy to take your business to another bmw dealership that might be just a wee bit more interested in getting your business. When i bought, i negotiated with nsw, qld and vic based dealers, and i found the qld ones generally speaking the best and most negotiable.

Westside BMW really do small numbers especially compared to the dealership in the Valley so that is probably why they are more inclined to do a deal and get your business. Thats where I bought both my first and second 135s.