Which Grille would look better?

CatchM3 · 07-27-2014, 05:51 PM

I can't decide which one I want. Suggestions?
Car: Mineral Grey M3
Originally I was thinking #2 w/ Glossy Black finish

#1
http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...ull-grille-set

#2
http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...grill-surround

If anyone has #1 installed on their car, please submit a picture.

thanks fellas

gthal · 07-27-2014, 05:58 PM

That's a tough one. Both would look great IMO. However, with a MG car, which is dark, it might look nice to add a splash of color with #1. It would be hard to say, though, without seeing a picture.

CatchM3 · 07-27-2014, 06:04 PM

Hmm..maybe the folks at IND could send me one and Ill snap some pictures for them?

Wishful thinking but never hurts to ask.

I agree it's a hard choice. I need to see it on a car...preferably MG

Ka0tiK · 07-27-2014, 06:27 PM

This is as close as to blacked out grills for the F82 MG I've come across (6min in):

They do look a bit flat in shine.

CatchM3 · 07-27-2014, 06:40 PM

thanks for the video link Ka0tiK

accce · 07-27-2014, 07:37 PM

I like the tri color.

Blindside_137 · 07-28-2014, 08:45 AM

I hated the tri color on the E9X's

But ever since the "double slatted" kidney grilles came out I actually like it.

If you really like it then go for it. I personally wouldn't like the color up front especially since the badge is right there.

SteveSpy · 07-28-2014, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CatchM3

I can't decide which one I want. Suggestions?
Car: Mineral Grey M3
Originally I was thinking #2 w/ Glossy Black finish

#1
http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...ull-grille-set

#2
http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...grill-surround

If anyone has #1 installed on their car, please submit a picture.

thanks fellas

I ordered #1 and it arrives in Austin tomorrow, I'm installing it on Wednesday. I will be submitting pictures of it in my journal (see link below) so stay tuned.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1014861

dr2ray · 07-28-2014, 11:49 AM

Having the gloss black grille installed tomorrow so I'll let you know if it looks different from the video.

CatchM3 · 07-28-2014, 12:05 PM

thanks fellas

very much appreciated

dr2ray · 07-29-2014, 05:27 PM

Here is the MG with the iND cosmetic kit. Also blacked out the M4 badge in back.

dr2ray · 07-29-2014, 05:28 PM

Side gills:

dr2ray · 07-29-2014, 05:29 PM

Back with reflectors and badge:

dr2ray · 07-29-2014, 05:33 PM

The work was done at European Auto Source (EAS) in Anaheim. Sorry for being a shitty photographer!

tom @ eas · 07-29-2014, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr2ray

The work was done at European Auto Source (EAS) in Anaheim. Sorry for being a shitty photographer!

Here's some pics from today's visit:

More from today's visit can be seen here:

Mineral Gray BMW F82 M4 - iND Painted Cosmetic Package
https://www.flickr.com/photos/europe...57645607926987

Enjoy!

dr2ray · 07-29-2014, 06:35 PM

Tom's photos are much nicer!!

Ka0tiK · 07-29-2014, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr2ray

The work was done at European Auto Source (EAS) in Anaheim. Sorry for being a shitty photographer!

Any chance for more photos of your M4? The F82 Mineral Grey photo thread sure could use some more love.

CatchM3 · 07-29-2014, 07:57 PM

great pictures guys

dr2ray · 07-29-2014, 08:22 PM

check Tom's flickr page, just above his sig. His photos are lots better.

Ka0tiK · 07-30-2014, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr2ray

check Tom's flickr page, just above his sig. His photos are lots better.

Already seen them, but thanks anyways. Enjoy the car.

txgrown · 09-23-2014, 09:17 AM

I see that alot of people are going with the gloss black pieces. I was wandering if anyone had chose to go with the matte balck pieces and have pics?

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CatchM3 Major 258 Rep 1,238 Posts Drives: 2020 X6M Competition DG Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 E90 M3 [9.00]	Hmm..maybe the folks at IND could send me one and Ill snap some pictures for them? Wishful thinking but never hurts to ask. I agree it's a hard choice. I need to see it on a car...preferably MG __________________ 2020 X6M Competition // Donington Grey // Executive Package// Bower and Wilkins Sound System // Driver Assistance Package // CF Trim
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Ka0tiK Straggling Proletarian 5 Rep 53 Posts Drives: Pending Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	This is as close as to blacked out grills for the F82 MG I've come across (6min in): They do look a bit flat in shine. Last edited by Ka0tiK; 07-27-2014 at 06:30 PM.. Reason: Had a Lups moment...
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dr2ray Auto Doc 17 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2021 X4MC, 2019 M2C Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Orange County,CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	Having the gloss black grille installed tomorrow so I'll let you know if it looks different from the video.
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CatchM3 Major 258 Rep 1,238 Posts Drives: 2020 X6M Competition DG Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 E90 M3 [9.00]	thanks fellas very much appreciated __________________ 2020 X6M Competition // Donington Grey // Executive Package// Bower and Wilkins Sound System // Driver Assistance Package // CF Trim
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dr2ray Auto Doc 17 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2021 X4MC, 2019 M2C Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Orange County,CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	Here is the MG with the iND cosmetic kit. Also blacked out the M4 badge in back. Attached Images
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dr2ray Auto Doc 17 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2021 X4MC, 2019 M2C Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Orange County,CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	Back with reflectors and badge: Attached Images
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dr2ray Auto Doc 17 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2021 X4MC, 2019 M2C Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Orange County,CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	The work was done at European Auto Source (EAS) in Anaheim. Sorry for being a shitty photographer!
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dr2ray Auto Doc 17 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2021 X4MC, 2019 M2C Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Orange County,CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	Tom's photos are much nicer!!
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dr2ray Auto Doc 17 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2021 X4MC, 2019 M2C Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Orange County,CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M4 [0.00]	check Tom's flickr page, just above his sig. His photos are lots better.
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txgrown Private 8 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2015 F80 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Winthrop Harbor, IL iTrader: (0)	I see that alot of people are going with the gloss black pieces. I was wandering if anyone had chose to go with the matte balck pieces and have pics?
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