Front Euro Plate

Esteban · 06-12-2016, 10:15 PM

Hi guys -
Considering getting a front euro plate, just for a different look. Currently have no plate in front. A couple of bumper plugs to cover up the holes that the dealer made. Looks pretty clean but was thinking to do something different.

What do you guys think? Leave it as is and keep the clean look or add the euro plate?

kirill1221 · 06-12-2016, 10:41 PM

Its one of those things that personal preference. I prefer to have no plate on any of my vehicles even though its against the law here in CT. I haven't had any trouble with it though. If you think it will look good, then do it. Its one of those things that only the owner of the car can decide. If you're itching to do it, then do it. Worse case, take it off, put the plugs back in and hang the plate in your garage.

Esteban · 06-12-2016, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by kirill1221

Its one of those things that personal preference. I prefer to have no plate on any of my vehicles even though its against the law here in CT. I haven't had any trouble with it though. If you think it will look good, then do it. Its one of those things that only the owner of the car can decide. If you're itching to do it, then do it. Worse case, take it off, put the plugs back in and hang the plate in your garage.

Haven't had a front plate for more than 20 years and possibly looking to do something different. Appreciate the opinion.

iminhell1 · 06-12-2016, 11:23 PM

IMO it's a ricer mod (mod used very loosely).
Your car does not drive on ze German motorways, so there is no reason for a plate saying it could/does.

But I'm not looking for anything on my car that makes it stand out. I get hassled by the man enough already. I don't need any please pull me over red flags.

Esteban · 06-13-2016, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by iminhell1

IMO it's a ricer mod (mod used very loosely).
Your car does not drive on ze German motorways, so there is no reason for a plate saying it could/does.

But I'm not looking for anything on my car that makes it stand out. I get hassled by the man enough already. I don't need any please pull me over red flags.

Ricer and euro don't go together to me, but thanks. Also, never get hassled by the law. That happens more when you drive reckless and speed (and get caught) and stuff.

Matticus91 · 06-13-2016, 08:27 AM

I've always been on the fence about this one myself, and I tend to side with Kirill's statement. Do it, if you like it keep it, if not hang it up somewhere.

Esteban · 06-13-2016, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by kirill1221

Its one of those things that personal preference. I prefer to have no plate on any of my vehicles even though its against the law here in CT. I haven't had any trouble with it though. If you think it will look good, then do it. Its one of those things that only the owner of the car can decide. If you're itching to do it, then do it. Worse case, take it off, put the plugs back in and hang the plate in your garage.

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Originally Posted by Matticus91

I've always been on the fence about this one myself, and I tend to side with Kirill's statement. Do it, if you like it keep it, if not hang it up somewhere.

Good idea you two have, and they're not that expensive. This is the site I was looking on. Thanks guys.

https://www.customeuropeanplates.com...?category_id=2

ianc · 06-15-2016, 09:11 PM

Estaban,

What are you using for bumper plugs to cover the holes the dealer made?

ianc

Esteban · 06-15-2016, 09:45 PM

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Estaban,

What are you using for bumper plugs to cover the holes the dealer made?

ianc

http://www.bumperplugs.com

ianc · 06-16-2016, 12:03 AM

Phew! $30US\pair! A little rich for my blood. I have the correct touch-up paint for the car already, so maybe I'll take a look in Pep Boys. I was thinking more like $2.98... :-)

Thanks for the link Esteban, reminded me that I need more Rejex. Take care,

ianc

Esteban · 06-16-2016, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ianc

Phew! $30US\pair! A little rich for my blood. I have the correct touch-up paint for the car already, so maybe I'll take a look in Pep Boys. I was thinking more like $2.98... :-)

Thanks for the link Esteban, reminded me that I need more Rejex. Take care,

ianc

Nope, they're not cheap, but my baby's worth it!

Anyways... I think I will get the euro plate and see how it looks on my car and if I don't like it I'll hang it in my garage as suggested above.

SchismX · 06-16-2016, 06:40 AM

If you want a really clean look, use some good double-sided tape. You will have to bend the plate a little to follow the curve of the bumper but looks the best. My tape is still holding after 160 mph runs on the autobahn.

ShocknAwe · 06-16-2016, 09:11 AM

Since you asked for opinions, I'll give you one rather than saying if you like it do it...

Don't do it. Adding a fake front plate makes no sense. If you must do something, get your bumper holes repaired by a body shop. Only that will result in the cleanest solution. Why would you put something on the car that detracts from its styling unless mandated to do so?

Esteban · 06-16-2016, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by SchismX

If you want a really clean look, use some good double-sided tape. You will have to bend the plate a little to follow the curve of the bumper but looks the best. My tape is still holding after 160 mph runs on the autobahn.

That's how I was thinking of doing it as well. If it can hold up to your speeds on the autobahn it should do just fine here in the US.

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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

Since you asked for opinions, I'll give you one rather than saying if you like it do it...

Don't do it. Adding a fake front plate makes no sense. If you must do something, get your bumper holes repaired by a body shop. Only that will result in the cleanest solution. Why would you put something on the car that detracts from its styling unless mandated to do so?

Appreciate the opinion, Alex. As I originally stated, Just looking to do something a little different to the front end of my car and I like some of the pics I've seen with the front euro plates. Really don't mind the bumper plugs at all and I think it's a pretty clean look. My intention is not to to cover them up with the plate because I think they are unsightly. Personally don't think it's necessary to go so far as to have a body shop repair the holes, even though I am aware that some people do have that done.

ShocknAwe · 06-16-2016, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Esteban

That's how I was thinking of doing it as well. If it can hold up to your speeds on the autobahn it should do just fine here in the US.

Appreciate the opinion, Alex. As I originally stated, Just looking to do something a little different to the front end of my car and I like some of the pics I've seen with the front euro plates. Really don't mind the bumper plugs at all and I think it's a pretty clean look. My intention is not to to cover them up with the plate because I think they are unsightly. Personally don't think it's necessary to go so far as to have a body shop repair the holes, even though I am aware that some people do have that done.

How about some splitters or an aero bumper? 1ers look mean with fangs.

Esteban · 06-16-2016, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

How about some splitters or an aero bumper? 1ers look mean with fangs.

Pass...

ShocknAwe · 06-16-2016, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Esteban

Pass...

You have an aero bumper in your profile pic of the tii concept. Just sayin...

Esteban · 06-16-2016, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

You have an aero bumper in your profile pic of the tii concept. Just sayin...

That sketch of the tii concept also has a mean stripe on it. Don't want that on my car either.

Hankdoll · 06-17-2016, 05:23 PM

When my car got delivered from euro delivery, it was still wearing the plate. I kept it on for a month or two until my CA plates came in. I thought it looked pretty cool, but I didn't want to draw attention to the fact that I was not running a matching front plate. You're in CA too, not sure if it's worth the trouble.

Esteban · 06-17-2016, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Hankdoll

When my car got delivered from euro delivery, it was still wearing the plate. I kept it on for a month or two until my CA plates came in. I thought it looked pretty cool, but I didn't want to draw attention to the fact that I was not running a matching front plate. You're in CA too, not sure if it's worth the trouble.

Nice car. Plate looks good too IMO. Thanks for the pic and input.

mr.fabulous · 06-18-2016, 01:57 PM

I've always thought Euro tags look sharp

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Esteban Major General 43633 Rep 7,224 Posts Drives: a slow car fast Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Front Euro Plate Hi guys - Considering getting a front euro plate, just for a different look. Currently have no plate in front. A couple of bumper plugs to cover up the holes that the dealer made. Looks pretty clean but was thinking to do something different. What do you guys think? Leave it as is and keep the clean look or add the euro plate? __________________ Last edited by Esteban; 06-13-2016 at 05:25 AM..
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kirill1221 NOOB 11 Rep 29 Posts Drives: 2010 135i Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: East Hartford, CT iTrader: (0)	Its one of those things that personal preference. I prefer to have no plate on any of my vehicles even though its against the law here in CT. I haven't had any trouble with it though. If you think it will look good, then do it. Its one of those things that only the owner of the car can decide. If you're itching to do it, then do it. Worse case, take it off, put the plugs back in and hang the plate in your garage.
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iminhell1 C2H5OH 3915 Rep 2,144 Posts Drives: 2010 SG 135i auto Join Date: May 2015 Location: Darwin, MN iTrader: (1)	IMO it's a ricer mod (mod used very loosely). Your car does not drive on ze German motorways, so there is no reason for a plate saying it could/does. But I'm not looking for anything on my car that makes it stand out. I get hassled by the man enough already. I don't need any please pull me over red flags.
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Matticus91 Brigadier General 3475 Rep 3,722 Posts Drives: 2013 135i Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (6)	I've always been on the fence about this one myself, and I tend to side with Kirill's statement. Do it, if you like it keep it, if not hang it up somewhere. __________________ "Tobias" 2013 135i ///M-Sport 6MT • Pure Stage 1 • XDI 35 HPFP • 404whp/440wtq IG: msteelio91
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ianc Ex '87 Carrera 246 Rep 1,259 Posts Drives: '10 TiAg 6MT 135i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Redwood Shores, California iTrader: (0)	Estaban, What are you using for bumper plugs to cover the holes the dealer made? ianc
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ianc Ex '87 Carrera 246 Rep 1,259 Posts Drives: '10 TiAg 6MT 135i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Redwood Shores, California iTrader: (0)	Phew! $30US\pair! A little rich for my blood. I have the correct touch-up paint for the car already, so maybe I'll take a look in Pep Boys. I was thinking more like $2.98... :-) Thanks for the link Esteban, reminded me that I need more Rejex. Take care, ianc
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SchismX Private First Class 37 Rep 131 Posts Drives: '10 135i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	If you want a really clean look, use some good double-sided tape. You will have to bend the plate a little to follow the curve of the bumper but looks the best. My tape is still holding after 160 mph runs on the autobahn. __________________ BMS DCI // Catless DPs // BMS OCC // BMW PE // ER CP/TiAL BOV // VRSF 7" FMIC // JB4 + MHD // SSR GT1 // Alpina TCU flash
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ShocknAwe 1Addict 3233 Rep 7,894 Posts Drives: E82 Mutt, M57 Truck Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Charleston iTrader: (22)	Since you asked for opinions, I'll give you one rather than saying if you like it do it... Don't do it. Adding a fake front plate makes no sense. If you must do something, get your bumper holes repaired by a body shop. Only that will result in the cleanest solution. Why would you put something on the car that detracts from its styling unless mandated to do so? __________________ 2010 135i 6MT Jet Black N54/3 FE82 Mutt \| BUILD THREAD \| GARAGE SALE
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Hankdoll Lieutenant 136 Rep 423 Posts Drives: M2/M3/4/5 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: O.C., CA iTrader: (0)	When my car got delivered from euro delivery, it was still wearing the plate. I kept it on for a month or two until my CA plates came in. I thought it looked pretty cool, but I didn't want to draw attention to the fact that I was not running a matching front plate. You're in CA too, not sure if it's worth the trouble. __________________
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mr.fabulous Captain 209 Rep 893 Posts Drives: Women Crazy Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Florida Gulf Coast iTrader: (0)	I've always thought Euro tags look sharp __________________ 2011 135i MSport 6MT AW/black, 72Kmiles, bone stock, moneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoney I LOVE THIS CAR
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