What did you do to/for your 1er today?

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

I'm super hoping this is actually you and you were a zombie for a show or something lol

That is me before my first cup of coffee in the morning... lol

[duder13]

I decided to swap in gloss black door handles from a donor car. I’m sure that to some it screams cheap, but I like the way it splits up the slab sides of the car and matches my wing and mirrors. Plus, it’s an option on the Porsche GT3 Touring, so it can’t be that crazy.

[519.E82]

struggle with the VC gasket in the freezing cold unheated garage

[iminhell1]

Originally Posted by dacunha17

Anyone know if these m359s are 18s or 19s
Want m359s but don't know if I want to go 18 or 19

I think they look like 19's.

But keep in mind that for a no rub, need no work the max rolling diameter you can go with is about 25.6". That's what a 235/35 19 MPSS runs.
But for a matching diameter, 225/265 MPSS, both 25.2".

19's won't leave you with many size choices. Just keep that in mind.

[dacunha17]

Originally Posted by iminhell1

I think they look like 19's.

But keep in mind that for a no rub, need no work the max rolling diameter you can go with is about 25.6". That's what a 235/35 19 MPSS runs.
But for a matching diameter, 225/265 MPSS, both 25.2".

19's won't leave you with many size choices. Just keep that in mind.

Thanks so do you think I can run m359 19x8.5 19x9.5
And tires 235/35/19 265/35/19 with rolled fenders

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by duder13

I decided to swap in gloss black door handles from a donor car. I'm sure that to some it screams cheap, but I like the way it splits up the slab sides of the car and matches my wing and mirrors. Plus, it's an option on the Porsche GT3 Touring, so it can't be that crazy.

Like the black accents with the Cashmere paint. Think it looks pretty good.

[Rmtt]

Originally Posted by Esteban

Like the black accents with the Cashmere paint. Think it looks pretty good.

Same here....Just the right amount of subtle accents. Car looks great!

[Rmtt]

Oh...and I installed my Blackline tails yesterday. Pic in the Cosmetic section.

I have a post on here already about reverse lights...needing something brighter as I'm getting older and my eyes aren't what they were.

The Blacklines actually made the light output dimmer, but I figured it would as they are tinted.

[bobdavisnpf]

Originally Posted by duder13

I decided to swap in gloss black door handles from a donor car. I’m sure that to some it screams cheap, but I like the way it splits up the slab sides of the car and matches my wing and mirrors. Plus, it’s an option on the Porsche GT3 Touring, so it can’t be that crazy.

pink handles make it go faster...

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by low135

Got in my microforged carbon fiber roundels from Steve at NRW. Subtle, which is exactly what I wanted, but enough to know they are custom. I may end up adding matte black to the 'propeller' sections (I know it's not a propeller lol)

Interesting idea; you could backlight those. Wrap two of the propeller sections (it actually is supposed to be a propeller, since BMW used to do a lot of airplane things) to get a complete black-out, and then leave the remaining ones translucent with a small LED backlight.

Those look really cool either way

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

Coilovers, tunes, intakes, charge-pipes, carbon fiber hoods, aftermarket bumpers, vinyl wraps, camber plates, wheels, LUX lights, kitty-less downpipes, custom cutouts........ apparently none of that LOL.

It's ok, the good news is they've covered a buttload of repairs (current tally is around $8k) and my agreement states they have to pay me out still, so a $2500 check is on the way lol.

I see no problem with any of that.

It would be cool if there was a modified car warranty. It'd have to be ridiculously expensive, though, because launches...


Either way, now you have zero fear (not that you had any before, obviously) of taking the car to the next level

[low135]

Originally Posted by chris_flies

Interesting idea; you could backlight those. Wrap two of the propeller sections (it actually is supposed to be a propeller, since BMW used to do a lot of airplane things) to get a complete black-out, and then leave the remaining ones translucent with a small LED backlight.

Those look really cool either way

I actually read that the propeller thing was a case of mistaken association. They used a plane and the roundel in an ad about speed but never intended for it to represent a propeller. I still call it that, but make sure to mention I know it's not when I'm on BMW pages haha but yeah I tossed around some ideas on doing interesting things with it. gonna see how I like it against the signal green first

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by low135

I actually read that the propeller thing was a case of mistaken association. They used a plane and the roundel in an ad about speed but never intended for it to represent a propeller. I still call it that, but make sure to mention I know it's not when I'm on BMW pages haha but yeah I tossed around some ideas on doing interesting things with it. gonna see how I like it against the signal green first

I can't wait to see how your car ends-up in a few months. You're doing some really unique things that I've never seen done with a 1'er, and I like unique (even if it's stance-boi lol).

[low135]

Originally Posted by chris_flies

I can't wait to see how your car ends-up in a few months. You're doing some really unique things that I've never seen done with a 1'er, and I like unique (even if it's stance-boi lol).

Haha thanks! I'm excited to see it change again. I did this photo collage of the day I got the car to last week and I love where it's gone but very excited to see where it goes. I have lots more plans for the car.

[chris_flies]

Originally Posted by low135

Haha thanks! I'm excited to see it change again. I did this photo collage of the day I got the car to last week and I love where it's gone but very excited to see where it goes. I have lots more plans for the car.

Ow, my eyes!

I opened this page, saw a black 135i 'vert, and then KER-CHOW, a glowing yellow 'vert appeared as soon as I touched the scroll wheel I still think THAT was a huge transformation...

[Gray_Panther]

It is as close to my 1er as budget allows but I just booked my eurotrip flights with my wife.
I also reserved a rental car at N-Rent at the Nurburgring. BMW 330ci E46 6MT.

[Matticus91]

Originally Posted by Gray_Panther

It is as close to my 1er as budget allows but I just booked my eurotrip flights with my wife.
I also reserved a rental car at N-Rent at the Nurburgring. BMW 330ci E46 6MT.

Yesss awesome!

[duder13]

Originally Posted by Rmtt

Same here....Just the right amount of subtle accents. Car looks great!

Thanks, guys. I’ve had the performance side skirts sitting in my garage for a while, ready to be painted, but now I’m not sure I want to use them. Trying not to go overboard.

[tjswarbrick]

Originally Posted by Esteban

Like the black accents with the Cashmere paint. Think it looks pretty good.

I concur.
Maybe it's time for an all black grille?

[Gray_Panther]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

Yesss awesome!

I. Can't. Wait.

Gotta figure out a way to represent 1addicts. Any ideas anybody?

[Matticus91]

Originally Posted by Gray_Panther

I. Can't. Wait.

Gotta figure out a way to represent 1addicts. Any ideas anybody?

1addicts decals on the windows of course!

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

1addicts decals on the windows of course!

Good idea, and they're still available.