Lux H8 V3 or 5000K for Black E82 135i

CL 19 · 10-04-2012, 12:43 PM

Guys, I really need your opinion in choosing the light for angel eyes. I got confuse whether to go with the 5000K or 6500K.

Let me know what you think. Opinion and feedback really appreciated. Thank you guys!

PapaB · 10-05-2012, 04:07 PM

I've got the Lux 6500k and they look great with both the lights on and off. I think the 5000 would be too yellowish. Just my to cents.

CL 19 · 10-06-2012, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by PapaB

I've got the Lux 6500k and they look great with both the lights on and off. I think the 5000 would be too yellowish. Just my to cents.

I have adaptive headlight. Do you have any problem with it? I just want to make sure that I don't have any problem with it

iNAN3 SOLDi3R · 10-06-2012, 01:23 AM

I have a set of the Alpine MSS 8000k. They have a bright blue tint which works very well with the Lemans blue.

mattryan · 10-06-2012, 03:25 AM

I originally had the 6500k however I also have a '12 with the LED brow which the 6500k didn't match 100% as it was too blue. Swapped them out for the 5000k and they match perfectly! Also I noticed that the 6500k was bluer then the HID's which looked a bit off as well. From what I've noticed the 3's and 5's with LED AE's the AE's actually dim/turn whiter when the HID's are on which makes them look like they match. I took some comparison pics of the 5000k vs. 6500k and you can def see that the 5000k matches the brow much better.

CL 19 · 10-07-2012, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by mattryan

I originally had the 6500k however I also have a '12 with the LED brow which the 6500k didn't match 100% as it was too blue. Swapped them out for the 5000k and they match perfectly! Also I noticed that the 6500k was bluer then the HID's which looked a bit off as well. From what I've noticed the 3's and 5's with LED AE's the AE's actually dim/turn whiter when the HID's are on which makes them look like they match. I took some comparison pics of the 5000k vs. 6500k and you can def see that the 5000k matches the brow much better.

Perfect! Those pictures clearly speak about which one is better.

PapaB · 10-07-2012, 09:18 PM

5000 does look good on the '12 but 6500 just looks right on my '10.

CL 19 · 10-07-2012, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by PapaB

5000 does look good on the '12 but 6500 just looks right on my '10.

That what I thought. Because mine is 2011 which mean it doesn't have the eyebrows yet. 6500K just perfect for pre lci headlight.

PapaB · 10-08-2012, 10:19 PM

I really think you will be happy with the 6500k. Please post picks after you install.

CL 19 · 10-30-2012, 05:06 PM

Sure Papab, I will post it once I install it. By th way does someone experiencing any problem with the adaptive after installing the lux? I heard some guys had a problem with their adaptive. Let me know

135i OREO · 10-30-2012, 05:22 PM

I had a problem, used some double sided tape on the ballast and never got an error again. Also, make sure you install the cover back on the light correctly so you dont get condensation in the light. And take your time.

CL 19 · 10-30-2012, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 135i OREO

I had a problem, used some double sided tape on the ballast and never got an error again. Also, make sure you install the cover back on the light correctly so you dont get condensation in the light. And take your time.

Okay. Actually I'm thinking to bring my car to auto shop, what do you think? For sure I won't let just any auto shop to do it for me but I will research the one that often does the lighting installation. I heard some shops are still causing problem with the adaptive. Thanks

ChristianReyess · 11-07-2012, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by CL 19

Guys, I really need your opinion in choosing the light for angel eyes. I got confuse whether to go with the 5000K or 6500K.

Let me know what you think. Opinion and feedback really appreciated. Thank you guys!

I also have this concern, I have teh adaptive head lamps and am scared to install my new LED angel eyes! how did they turn out?

CL 19 · 11-08-2012, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ChristianReyess

I also have this concern, I have teh adaptive head lamps and am scared to install my new LED angel eyes! how did they turn out?

I haven't install it yet Chris. I'm still scared that it will affect my adaptive but fellow members in my area willing to help and I might do it in a few months but not now for sure. Let me know once you decide to install it

ChristianReyess · 11-08-2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by CL 19

I haven't install it yet Chris. I'm still scared that it will affect my adaptive but fellow members in my area willing to help and I might do it in a few months but not now for sure. Let me know once you decide to install it

ok ok sounds good, hahaha once I man up and do it I will let you know how it goes lol

SGM <3 · 11-08-2012, 04:20 PM

Let me know how this goes! I was thinking about installing 6500k's but again I didn't want to mess with my Adaptive headlights.

Maybe take it to the BMW Dealership and have them do it?

CL 19 · 11-08-2012, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SGM <3

Let me know how this goes! I was thinking about installing 6500k's but again I didn't want to mess with my Adaptive headlights.

Maybe take it to the BMW Dealership and have them do it?

I don't think want to do it. If they want to, they won't be responsible for any mess. Since it's not their product. That's what I thought. I will let you know once I'm brave enough to do it.

Da_Meister_22 · 12-06-2012, 02:28 PM

hey guys i GOT A 2009 135I...What are the best (brightest) AEs on the market for this car as of now?

Da_Meister_22 · 12-06-2012, 02:29 PM

BTW I used to have the MTEC on my 07 E60 and those were the brightest...

135IS · 12-06-2012, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mattryan

I originally had the 6500k however I also have a '12 with the LED brow which the 6500k didn't match 100% as it was too blue. Swapped them out for the 5000k and they match perfectly! Also I noticed that the 6500k was bluer then the HID's which looked a bit off as well. From what I've noticed the 3's and 5's with LED AE's the AE's actually dim/turn whiter when the HID's are on which makes them look like they match. I took some comparison pics of the 5000k vs. 6500k and you can def see that the 5000k matches the brow much better.

is there any difference between the 2011 and the 2012 headlights?

mattryan · 12-06-2012, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 135IS

is there any difference between the 2011 and the 2012 headlights?

2011 does not have the eyebrow, 2012 does.

135IS · 12-06-2012, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mattryan

2011 does not have the eyebrow, 2012 does.

is it the same headlight as the 1m?

View Poll Results: Lux H8 V3 or Lux 5000K for Black E82 135i
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10-04-2012, 12:43 PM	#1
CL 19 BMW Enthusiast 68 Rep 1,034 Posts Drives: 2011 E82 135i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Davis, CA iTrader: (1)	Lux H8 V3 or 5000K for Black E82 135i Guys, I really need your opinion in choosing the light for angel eyes. I got confuse whether to go with the 5000K or 6500K. Let me know what you think. Opinion and feedback really appreciated. Thank you guys!
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PapaB Private 1 Rep 72 Posts Drives: '10 135i,'07 MCoupe,'09 X6 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Murfreesboro, TN iTrader: (0)	I've got the Lux 6500k and they look great with both the lights on and off. I think the 5000 would be too yellowish. Just my to cents.
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iNAN3 SOLDi3R Private First Class 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 2011 135i LMB DCT Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Colorado Springs, CO iTrader: (0)	I have a set of the Alpine MSS 8000k. They have a bright blue tint which works very well with the Lemans blue.
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mattryan Lieutenant 44 Rep 554 Posts Drives: 2018 440i xDrive Coupé Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	I originally had the 6500k however I also have a '12 with the LED brow which the 6500k didn't match 100% as it was too blue. Swapped them out for the 5000k and they match perfectly! Also I noticed that the 6500k was bluer then the HID's which looked a bit off as well. From what I've noticed the 3's and 5's with LED AE's the AE's actually dim/turn whiter when the HID's are on which makes them look like they match. I took some comparison pics of the 5000k vs. 6500k and you can def see that the 5000k matches the brow much better. Attached Images __________________ Current: 2018 440i xDrive Coupé \| Mineral Grey \| Coral Red \| M Performance \| Premium Enhanced \| Adaptive LED \| Smartphone Connectivity Previous: 2012 135i Last edited by mattryan; 10-06-2012 at 03:31 AM.
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PapaB Private 1 Rep 72 Posts Drives: '10 135i,'07 MCoupe,'09 X6 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Murfreesboro, TN iTrader: (0)	5000 does look good on the '12 but 6500 just looks right on my '10.
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PapaB Private 1 Rep 72 Posts Drives: '10 135i,'07 MCoupe,'09 X6 5.0 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Murfreesboro, TN iTrader: (0)	I really think you will be happy with the 6500k. Please post picks after you install.
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10-30-2012, 05:06 PM	#10
CL 19 BMW Enthusiast 68 Rep 1,034 Posts Drives: 2011 E82 135i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Davis, CA iTrader: (1)	Sure Papab, I will post it once I install it. By th way does someone experiencing any problem with the adaptive after installing the lux? I heard some guys had a problem with their adaptive. Let me know __________________ 2011 JB E82 135i - Premium pack \| Value pack \| Premium sound \| Sport pack \| M-Sport steering wheel and suspension \| Blackline LCI tail \| BMWP carbon spoiler \| BMWP CF license frame \| BMWP gloss black grilles \| Meisterschaft GT w/gloss black tips \| CF diffuser \| CF splitters \| Hyper Black Apex Arc-8 w/Potenza RE-11 \| Dinan camber plates
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135i OREO Lieutenant 25 Rep 439 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Spangdahlem, Germany iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 BMW 135i [0.00]	I had a problem, used some double sided tape on the ballast and never got an error again. Also, make sure you install the cover back on the light correctly so you dont get condensation in the light. And take your time. __________________ 2009 BSM 135i 6MT
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SGM <3 Internet Famous 3 Rep 232 Posts Drives: '09 SGM 135i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Kirkland, WA. iTrader: (0)	Let me know how this goes! I was thinking about installing 6500k's but again I didn't want to mess with my Adaptive headlights. Maybe take it to the BMW Dealership and have them do it?
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Da_Meister_22 Major 52 Rep 1,469 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Alpine White/Red Int Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (2)	hey guys i GOT A 2009 135I...What are the best (brightest) AEs on the market for this car as of now?
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Da_Meister_22 Major 52 Rep 1,469 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Alpine White/Red Int Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (2)	BTW I used to have the MTEC on my 07 E60 and those were the brightest...
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