Headlight Upgrade Suggestions E82

MOTO · 02-21-2024, 08:14 PM

Been researching this but before I pull the trigger...I was wondering if anyone has good input on what are the best headlight (low, high and fog) upgrades for the 128i?

I see a lot of LED bulb options that seem cheap and easy -- direct installs. I also see lots of guys going to cheap halo full lamp replacements (however I don't seem to find great input about the quality / light output of those options).

Anyone have any thoughts/input to share? Better options to consider?

Thank you very much.

Pic for effect.

K9Leader · 03-01-2024, 08:40 PM

Ric in RVA installed and recommended Sealight H7 LED bulbs - https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show...ostcount=19608.
On his recommendation I also ordered and installed them and I am very pleased. However, when I was going to post the link to them on Amazon, they appear to no longer be available. A search on Amazon for Sealight H7 for BMW 1-series does return some options but I'm not sure how they compare to the ones Ric and I bought.

MAMSport · 03-02-2024, 02:35 AM

I have been using PIAA Xtreme White H7s for the almost 8 years I've owned my 128i. The light output is very good (pattern is great, but that is reflector design) and probably doesn't blind oncoming traffic as LEDs might. The only downside is that the bulb life is just over a year, meaning just out of the 1-yr warranty period. Bulbs are not inexpensive ($70/pr depending upon vendor pricing). I've thought about some of the Phillips bulbs but am not sure to trust the reviews I see. I know I like the PIAAs!

Suprgnat · 03-02-2024, 09:21 AM

I've been very happy with Osram Rallye H7s, and now that they're discontinued, the Daniel Stern Lighting equivalent.

MOTO · 03-02-2024, 12:31 PM

Thank you Fellas.

Almuliman · 03-02-2024, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by K9Leader

Ric in RVA installed and recommended Sealight H7 LED bulbs - https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show...ostcount=19608.
On his recommendation I also ordered and installed them and I am very pleased. However, when I was going to post the link to them on Amazon, they appear to no longer be available. A search on Amazon for Sealight H7 for BMW 1-series does return some options but I'm not sure how they compare to the ones Ric and I bought.

I have the Sealight H11s in our Volvo. Fantastic.

e4603 · 03-05-2024, 02:20 AM

I got the AUXITO H7 LED bulb a couple of months ago. So far so good.
https://a.co/d/aMW5xSw

MOTO · 03-05-2024, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e4603

I got the AUXITO H7 LED bulb a couple of months ago. So far so good.
https://a.co/d/aMW5xSw

Thanks, any flickering or error messages/warnings (for low voltage)?

e4603 · 03-29-2024, 03:43 AM

No flickering no errors. Simply mark “LED conversion low beam” as active via BimmerCode.

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K9Leader Captain 1051 Rep 782 Posts Drives: 2010 328ix E91, 2011 128i E82 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Delaware iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 128i [10.00] 2010 BMW 328i [10.00]	Ric in RVA installed and recommended Sealight H7 LED bulbs - https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show...ostcount=19608. On his recommendation I also ordered and installed them and I am very pleased. However, when I was going to post the link to them on Amazon, they appear to no longer be available. A search on Amazon for Sealight H7 for BMW 1-series does return some options but I'm not sure how they compare to the ones Ric and I bought. __________________ K9Leader 2010 328i x-Drive, E91 - Space Gray/Black 2011 128i E82 6MT - Crimson Red/Black
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03-02-2024, 02:35 AM	#3
MAMSport Second Lieutenant 87 Rep 265 Posts Drives: '13 128i M-Sport coupe Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: North Shore of MA iTrader: (1)	I have been using PIAA Xtreme White H7s for the almost 8 years I've owned my 128i. The light output is very good (pattern is great, but that is reflector design) and probably doesn't blind oncoming traffic as LEDs might. The only downside is that the bulb life is just over a year, meaning just out of the 1-yr warranty period. Bulbs are not inexpensive ($70/pr depending upon vendor pricing). I've thought about some of the Phillips bulbs but am not sure to trust the reviews I see. I know I like the PIAAs! __________________ E9x M3 front & rear suspension arms; BMW Performance brakes upgraded to drilled rotors in rear; BMW performance shifter; BMW Performance Exhaust; Wave Trac LSD with modified 'nannies'; BMW Euro Intake box; BMW Aluminum Strut Tower bar; ECS front and rear sway bars; 3 stage intake with BPC software; BMW style 78, 17 x 8" wheels with Bridgestone RE 980AS 225/45-17 tires; Koni Special Active struts/shocks, E9x M3 RTABs.
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Suprgnat Слава Украине! 2317 Rep 2,441 Posts Drives: 2013 128i LMB 6MT ZMP Slicktop Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: California iTrader: (7) Garage List 2013 128i [9.58]	I've been very happy with Osram Rallye H7s, and now that they're discontinued, the Daniel Stern Lighting equivalent. __________________ Inertia is the enemy! My car's photo history: https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show....php?t=1570551
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e4603 Private 26 Rep 50 Posts Drives: F10 Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I got the AUXITO H7 LED bulb a couple of months ago. So far so good. https://a.co/d/aMW5xSw
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e4603 Private 26 Rep 50 Posts Drives: F10 Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	No flickering no errors. Simply mark “LED conversion low beam” as active via BimmerCode.
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