Install sunroof?

Dankim10 · 06-06-2006, 08:46 AM

Has anyone try to install sunroof?
When I bought my car, there is no option to purchase sunroof so I have to take my car to the shop and install. Sucks!:mad:

How much would it cost if in U.S? What about other countries?

During the installation, do I have to remove the center light housing?

4nroots · 06-06-2006, 08:59 AM

warranty issues aside, you had better make sure you find an excellent shop to do it, otherwise you could run into a lot of problems. i wouldn't do it dude. just my opinion though

davinet78 · 06-06-2006, 09:09 AM

i wouldnt fit a sunroof either

canucklion · 06-06-2006, 09:10 AM

Ask your dealership or any other dealerships where they get their sun/moonroofs done. I know in Toronto, fo cars not equipped with sunroof, dealer often can install (sub-contract it out) it as an option.

canucklion · 06-06-2006, 09:10 AM

but yeah, don't attempt it yourself!

Broken1 · 06-06-2006, 09:13 AM

I personally would not fit an aftermarket sunroof.

At the BMW factory, the cars that get sunroof, get an extra support piece of metal - and the hole in the roof can make the body structure weak. An aftermarket place would not be able to do this.

Aftermarket sunroof's leak, rattle, squeeek. Be sure you know what you're getting yourself into. Besides: are you sure you want someone cutting through your roof with an angle grinder?

I wouldn't

canucklion · 06-06-2006, 09:20 AM

+1

Quote:

Originally Posted by Broken1

I personally would not fit an aftermarket sunroof.

At the BMW factory, the cars that get sunroof, get an extra support piece of metal - and the hole in the roof can make the body structure weak. An aftermarket place would not be able to do this.

Aftermarket sunroof's leak, rattle, squeeek. Be sure you know what you're getting yourself into. Besides: are you sure you want someone cutting through your roof with an angle grinder?

I wouldn't

Dankim10 · 06-07-2006, 12:49 AM

Thanks for the replies!
I shall double check with the deader about this.

MG_2006325i_KG · 06-07-2006, 12:58 AM

isn't the sunroof standard on a 325i?

David328M-Sport · 06-07-2006, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dankim10

Has anyone try to install sunroof?
When I bought my car, there is no option to purchase sunroof so I have to take my car to the shop and install. Sucks!:mad:

How much would it cost if in U.S? What about other countries?

During the installation, do I have to remove the center light housing?

I dont understand about there not being an option to purchase the sunroof. You are talking about factory option?

Anyway, the aftermarket sunroof can be a real minefield, so take car.

Hope you find what you are after.

Asiann · 06-07-2006, 05:55 AM

I thought all BMWs come with sunroof! I guess not what you live. Do not get an aftermaket sunroof as they are not worth it despite the added benefit.

Dankim10 · 06-07-2006, 06:16 AM

I wanted to get sunroof, but no option in Indonesia.
I want it so bad!

kevE90 · 06-07-2006, 07:18 AM

+1 don't get it.

I rather trade up for a convertible than have a shop cut through the roof of a brand new car. I say live without it. It can be the one thing you miss from the car, like the people who regret not getting xenons, sport package, or comfort access. In this case you didn't even have a choice so enjoy your ride and eventually you'll forget about it.

Brett · 06-07-2006, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asiann

I thought all BMWs come with sunroof! I guess not what you live. Do not get an aftermaket sunroof as they are not worth it despite the added benefit.

Standard in the US. Ofcourse, several features are "standard" in the US, that are optional elsewhere.

-Brett

T-MC-G · 06-07-2006, 02:13 PM

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Dankim10 Major 36 Rep 1,200 Posts Drives: E90 325i AW Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Indonesia - Bogor iTrader: (6) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Install sunroof? Has anyone try to install sunroof? When I bought my car, there is no option to purchase sunroof so I have to take my car to the shop and install. Sucks!:mad: How much would it cost if in U.S? What about other countries? During the installation, do I have to remove the center light housing? __________________ Blackline \| Euro Xenon Headlight \| Brex white ring \| Breyton spoiler \| ACS roof spoiler \| 19" HRE C20 19x8.5, 19x9.5, with Michellin PS2 tires \| Authentic GruppeM intake \| Authentic M-technik full kits \| 3D Studie front Lip \| Hamann Quad Exhaust \| Hamann Mtech rear Diffuser \| Piaa HID kit for foglight \| KW Street comfort suspension
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4nroots Subluxator 58 Rep 452 Posts Drives: E90 335d, E93 M3 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	warranty issues aside, you had better make sure you find an excellent shop to do it, otherwise you could run into a lot of problems. i wouldn't do it dude. just my opinion though __________________ E90 335xi Jerez Black, M-Sport, BMW power pack E63 AMG Wagon, Fully loaded If I lived in Germany, I'd be proud to drive domestic!
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Broken1 Addict 203 Rep 2,074 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 40i M-Sport Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	I personally would not fit an aftermarket sunroof. At the BMW factory, the cars that get sunroof, get an extra support piece of metal - and the hole in the roof can make the body structure weak. An aftermarket place would not be able to do this. Aftermarket sunroof's leak, rattle, squeeek. Be sure you know what you're getting yourself into. Besides: are you sure you want someone cutting through your roof with an angle grinder? I wouldn't
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Dankim10 Major 36 Rep 1,200 Posts Drives: E90 325i AW Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Indonesia - Bogor iTrader: (6) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Thanks for the replies! I shall double check with the deader about this. __________________ Blackline \| Euro Xenon Headlight \| Brex white ring \| Breyton spoiler \| ACS roof spoiler \| 19" HRE C20 19x8.5, 19x9.5, with Michellin PS2 tires \| Authentic GruppeM intake \| Authentic M-technik full kits \| 3D Studie front Lip \| Hamann Quad Exhaust \| Hamann Mtech rear Diffuser \| Piaa HID kit for foglight \| KW Street comfort suspension
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Dankim10 Major 36 Rep 1,200 Posts Drives: E90 325i AW Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Indonesia - Bogor iTrader: (6) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	I wanted to get sunroof, but no option in Indonesia. I want it so bad! __________________ Blackline \| Euro Xenon Headlight \| Brex white ring \| Breyton spoiler \| ACS roof spoiler \| 19" HRE C20 19x8.5, 19x9.5, with Michellin PS2 tires \| Authentic GruppeM intake \| Authentic M-technik full kits \| 3D Studie front Lip \| Hamann Quad Exhaust \| Hamann Mtech rear Diffuser \| Piaa HID kit for foglight \| KW Street comfort suspension
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kevE90 Lieutenant 21 Rep 574 Posts Drives: F8x Join Date: May 2006 Location: queens, ny iTrader: (0)	+1 don't get it. I rather trade up for a convertible than have a shop cut through the roof of a brand new car. I say live without it. It can be the one thing you miss from the car, like the people who regret not getting xenons, sport package, or comfort access. In this case you didn't even have a choice so enjoy your ride and eventually you'll forget about it.
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