BMW Fooled Me

InsaneSkippy · 04-26-2008, 01:23 AM

I just noticed that the image in my signature (pulled from the BMW site) really downplays the amber reflectors. The image makes them look so much less obnoxious. Damn you and your trickery BMW.

Here's an example:

*pulled from Young1er's thread*

Oregon · 04-26-2008, 01:35 AM

I do not understand all the fuss about the amber reflectors. Really.

Rakash · 04-26-2008, 01:44 AM

Hehe, move to europe, her we get them clear...

Motorsports_3 · 04-26-2008, 02:32 AM

I honestly like the amber. I feel they make the lights look smaller. They break up the space.

mateo · 04-26-2008, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Surname

I do not understand all the fuss about the amber reflectors. Really.

I simply have to agree...:iono:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motorsports_3

I honestly like the amber. I feel they make the lights look smaller. They break up the space.

Good point.

C_Topher · 04-26-2008, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Surname

I do not understand all the fuss about the amber reflectors. Really.

Ditto. Just Drive.

Justin(OKC) · 04-26-2008, 06:21 AM

I don't love them, but I'm not going to mask the issue or spend $1k to change them.

sunking420 · 04-26-2008, 08:22 AM

300hp for less than $40k more than makes up for it to me...

Imola.ZHP · 04-26-2008, 09:23 AM

unfortunatly it will be expensive to swap with euro versions, another option might be to try, if at all possible, to get some body colored vinyl and cover them up. I'm not that familiar with the 1er though, if doing this keeps the turn signal from being seen at all, I wouldn't suggest it. If its still visible from the front, maybe, the side marker will take car of people being able to see your signal from the side...

On the original topic, I hope you looked at some real-world pictures before ordering, especially if you ordered Montego. To me, it will sometimes look purple, as in that picture posted. Not a big deal, just something else not shown on the configurator...

vivid · 04-26-2008, 09:38 AM

they orange sucks but not enough to warrant the 1k it takes to fix.

InsaneSkippy · 04-26-2008, 10:08 AM

Ok this thread wasn't about the amber reflectors themselves. It was simply pointing out how BMW downplays the hideousness of them. I'm not going to be spending a grand to have them swapped with euros (at least, no time in the foreseeable future).

There are already plenty of threads regarding the look of the ambers. I was simply pointing out how BMW masks them in their configuration online.

mateo · 04-26-2008, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by InsaneSkippy

Ok this thread wasn't about the amber reflectors themselves. It was simply pointing out how BMW downplays the hideousness of them. I'm not going to be spending a grand to have them swapped with euros (at least, no time in the foreseeable future).

There are already plenty of threads regarding the look of the ambers. I was simply pointing out how BMW masks them in their configuration online.

Sure. But I doubt highly that that is the only photo you ever seen. BTW your car looks hot, so relax and go drive that bad boy!

:thumbup:

hitthemark41 · 04-26-2008, 10:46 AM

The BMW config masks/hides aLOT of things...like mainly all the real world appearances of the trims and interiors. Maybe they do this to downplay the differences btw the euros and the US models (talking about the ambers)....either way we still buy it bc we love it....damn fast little car!
:drinking:

fxhomie · 04-26-2008, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Surname

I do not understand all the fuss about the amber reflectors. Really.

Agreed, maybe it's because USA requires 'em and EU doesn't...

InsaneSkippy · 04-26-2008, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mateo

Sure. But I doubt highly that that is the only photo you ever seen. BTW your car looks hot, so relax and go drive that bad boy!

:thumbup:

Oh I know, but since I've seen so many photos it made it obvious to me how much they alter the appearance on their website. I still love the look of the car, it was just an observation.

BTW that's not my car, I won't have mine until May 29th.

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Originally Posted by Rakash

Hehe, move to europe, her we get them clear...

Between the clear headlights and Le Mans Blue, I'm tempted! Plus the cloth interior would be a bonus.

imported_Katera · 04-26-2008, 11:36 AM

Is it really 1k to change them to the Euro version? Holy crap!

Oregon · 04-26-2008, 12:07 PM

With all the attention given to little amber reflectors, how is it red taillights are exempt from criticism? What am I missing?

08AWM3 · 04-26-2008, 12:10 PM

Its still small compare to my E92 M3. It big and orange.

InsaneSkippy · 04-26-2008, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Katera

Is it really 1k to change them to the Euro version? Holy crap!

That seems to be the consensus, because you have to order the entire setup not just the housing itself.

mateo · 04-26-2008, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InsaneSkippy

Oh I know, but since I've seen so many photos it made it obvious to me how much they alter the appearance on their website. I still love the look of the car, it was just an observation.

BTW that's not my car, I won't have mine until May 29th.

Oh I see. Lucky you!! I sold my truck, but still have a car in 1000 pieces I need to sell in order to make room for my 1. Not an easy task. I can't wait, but the wait may be longer than I would like it to be.
In the mean time I can find Joy in everybody getting their new One...

Mad Dragon · 04-26-2008, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Surname

I do not understand all the fuss about the amber reflectors. Really.

The grass is always greener... If US cars had clear turn signals and European cars were amber, it would be the exact opposite.

mistermojorizin · 04-26-2008, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Rakash

Hehe, move to europe, her we get them clear...

is that a 135 with fogs? LOOKS SICK

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InsaneSkippy Lieutenant Colonel 79 Rep 1,597 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	Ok this thread wasn't about the amber reflectors themselves. It was simply pointing out how BMW downplays the hideousness of them. I'm not going to be spending a grand to have them swapped with euros (at least, no time in the foreseeable future). There are already plenty of threads regarding the look of the ambers. I was simply pointing out how BMW masks them in their configuration online. __________________
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hitthemark41 Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 282 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2008 iTrader: (0)	The BMW config masks/hides aLOT of things...like mainly all the real world appearances of the trims and interiors. Maybe they do this to downplay the differences btw the euros and the US models (talking about the ambers)....either way we still buy it bc we love it....damn fast little car! :drinking: __________________ 2008 (Year 1 of the One ) 135i Black Sapphire Metallic/Savanna Beige/ Gray Poplar/6MT/Sports & Premium pkgs/CA/Heated Seats/HD/PDC Mods:35% tint / clear bra / Perf. pedals
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