Which Trim? Chrome or Shadowline

[imported_MPower]

Originally Posted by imola.zhp

Have you had the opportunity to see the 135i shadowline in person?

Just curious if you saw it at one of the shows, all I've seen are pic's. I'm hoping its a nice gloss finished black like my ZHP, but I guess I honestly wont know until I see one in person...

How does a chrome trimed kink stand out more than a black kink? A kink is a kink, its definatly not Imola Red (my car for example), maybe you are interested in a black car where the kind might blend in with shadowline?

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2457

The one at the LA Auto Show at shadowline and I think it takes a little of the luster out of the exterior design. It looks too plain. I agree that on cars like the 330i ZHP, it looked brilliant. But here, the 135i looks a bit naked.

[Rook24V]

this is quite a thread.

Why argue with someone over a style preference? BMW offers both because different people want different things.

I think a sapphire black metallic 128i with shadowline, tinted windows, and black centered wheels will look AWESOME. Some people want the more classic look of chrome.

[*35i]

Originally Posted by Rook

this is quite a thread.

Why argue with someone over a style preference? BMW offers both because different people want different things.

I think a sapphire black metallic 128i with shadowline, tinted windows, and black centered wheels will look AWESOME. Some people want the more classic look of chrome.

Agreed. I just find it funny that somehow, based on personal preference, people are able to equate chrome to class, and conversely that having shadowline somehow shows a lack of class. And the funniest is that class comes with age. That is a hoot.

[elusiveguy]

Shadowline, because I'm not into the bling blang like most people here. http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=866

[Sherifftruman]

Originally Posted by Rook

this is quite a thread.

Why argue with someone over a style preference? BMW offers both because different people want different things.

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Part of the issue I think is that they do not truly offer a choice. By making it part of the Sport package, they make two groups upset. First is anyone who wants the sport seats or the rest of the package (potentially oil cooler) but that like chrome and second is someone who does not want the Sports Package but wants Shadowline.

If they would offer this as a simple Chrome or Shadow line exterior option, I venture to say no one would even talk about it.

[Khobin~]

Originally Posted by Sherifftruman

If they would offer this as a simple Chrome or Shadow line exterior option, I venture to say no one would even talk about it.

lol, you haven't been on here very long, have you? :wink:

[Imola.ZHP]

I agree its just a personal preferance, but I dont see how some think a BMW with shadowline automatically sinks it to Honda/Nissan/Kia/Hyundai status...

lol

[gbent]

Originally Posted by Rook

this is quite a thread.

Why argue with someone over a style preference? BMW offers both because different people want different things.

I think a sapphire black metallic 128i with shadowline, tinted windows, and black centered wheels will look AWESOME. Some people want the more classic look of chrome.

That's exactly the problem. BMW is not letting me, or anyone else make their choice. If you opt for the ZSP, you are forced into getting the shadowline!:mad:

[gbent]

Originally Posted by FSU JD

Chrome screams out, look at me, I am driving a nicer car than you and I want everyone to know it. Shadowline is for people to whom the only pleasure is actually driving. They prefer not to be seen or noticed by anyone, especially law enforcement and have no need to display their wallet size. They are the epitome of class. Chrome on the other hand is for people who need to emphasize to others the vehicle they are driving. They prefer to be seen and known by all around them as high society, but in actuallity they are simply nouveau riche. They are the epitome of gauche.

Equating chrome with class is just silly. It is a trim on a car and no trim can ever give class.

No, I think what is really silly is someone who thinks that their opinion about chrome/shadowline is the only right one!

[BMWeber]

Originally Posted by gbent

No, I think what is really silly is someone who thinks that their opinion about chrome/shadowline is the only right one!

I'm not silly I'm just right:biggrin: and there is a 2:1 vote so far that says I'm right:wink: J/K

[*35i]

Originally Posted by gbent

No, I think what is really silly is someone who thinks that their opinion about chrome/shadowline is the only right one!

I thought the completely over the top language I used was enough to signal my humorous intent. I don't think one choice is right or wrong. I personally like the shadowline, but on some exteriors like the chrome and have no problem having it on there. It is just a preference. I was just trying to make humorous commentary and make light of previous comments that chrome in and of itself is classy and a lack of chrome shows a lack of class.

[gbent]

Originally Posted by FSU JD

I thought the completely over the top language I used was enough to signal my humorous intent. I don't think one choice is right or wrong. I personally like the shadowline, but on some exteriors like the chrome and have no problem having it on there. It is just a preference. I was just trying to make humorous commentary and make light of previous comments that chrome in and of itself is classy and a lack of chrome shows a lack of class.

Fair enough.

[hellrotm]

Originally Posted by gbent

That's exactly the problem. BMW is not letting me, or anyone else make their choice. If you opt for the ZSP, you are forced into getting the shadowline!:mad:

You do know that you can get the sport pack and swap out the shadow for the chrome at any dealer. Best of all there will be many forum members who will trade their chrome for shadow in a heart beat. Swaping the trim is easy, 1hr max.

This is a big topic on the E60 board. A very small amount of the members like the chrome. Actually its a much bigger margin than the 2:1 here. There is plenty of DIY's for swaping the trim.

Does anyone know if BMW is going to offer the Gloss black shadow line, like on the 5-series. That is the best looking trim, have you guys seen it in person?

Personal perference is great this is a FREE COUNTRY, but I knew the majority would pick the shadow line. To me it just more sporty, thats why BMW puts it on their M-cars.

[335isGuy]

Well the everyone has said before. I have to agree that for me, it depends on colour. But the shadowline is a M feature. So I mean i do like the chrome, but i think chrome would look horrible on my E30 M3 or my E36 M3. Thats why i had to black out the trim on my first 325E. But again for my its dependant on model and colour

[Ryephile]

I'm all over the shadowline on my theoretical Alpine White 135i. Throw in some black mirrors to match [like the tii did] and it's drool-time. :biggrin: :w00t:

[schnell330i]

Originally Posted by MPower

On the 135i it looks cheap. It also deemphasizes the Hofmeister kink that this car desperately needs. Just my opinion, but the shadowline does not work on the 135i.

yeah, but on a light colored car it shows off the hofmeister kink more than the chrome trim (a lot more contrast)

dark cars = chrome
light cars = shadowline

I think it says something when all the ///M cars only come with shadowline, and that most of the cars that have chrome are non-sport models

For the record, im gettin shadowline on my white 135i

[gbent]

Originally Posted by slickone

You do know that you can get the sport pack and swap out the shadow for the chrome at any dealer. Best of all there will be many forum members who will trade their chrome for shadow in a heart beat. Swaping the trim is easy, 1hr max.

This is a big topic on the E60 board. A very small amount of the members like the chrome. Actually its a much bigger margin than the 2:1 here. There is plenty of DIY's for swaping the trim.

Does anyone know if BMW is going to offer the Gloss black shadow line, like on the 5-series. That is the best looking trim, have you guys seen it in person?

Personal perference is great this is a FREE COUNTRY, but I knew the majority would pick the shadow line. To me it just more sporty, thats why BMW puts it on their M-cars.

I have considered the option of swapping out the trim either by myself or at the dealership, but I really hate the idea of buying a brand new $40k car, and starting right in prying off parts!

I know I've bitched about this plenty in previous threads, but it just seems ridiculous that we can't have the option of one or the other.

As you can see by the pole results, one out of three people would like the chrome, why force these people to either live with something they don't really like, or pass on the ZSP all together?:iono:

[Oregon]

Shadowline seems to work quite well with black. Thanks to Kenpotian for the pics.

[240M3SRT]

shadowline = sporty/racey
chrome = classy/expensive

DONE.

[PaulUK]

Originally Posted by 240M3SRT

shadowline = sporty/racey
chrome = classy/expensive

DONE.

Spot on. It is colour sensitive as well, in the UK you have to pay extra for the shadowline on most models. Its a no choice option on the 135i so I just left it as shadowline. I dont think it makes that much difference truth be told.

[AwesomeBMW]

Originally Posted by 240M3SRT

shadowline = sporty/racey
chrome = classy/expensive

DONE.

that's why i'm getting shadowline with montego blue

[Fast Kiwi]

Originally Posted by Rook

Sapphire Black Metallic w/ Shadowline
Tinted windows. ASA AR1 wheels (black centers)
Red stoptech brake setup front/rear.

Aww yeah. thats the buisness.

???? :w00t: i guess.. not really.