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Moreover nowadays m perf bits come out even before cars launch. Just look at the 3 series.
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Factually incorrect. But, hey, to each his own. Wait on yours and pay more while we’re driving ours, no problem. |
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Perhaps another spin on the topic. Maybe BMW have decided on a style/look, a vision, that they want to establish for the G05 to differentiate it from earlier X-models (F15 in particular) or a look they think will attract buyers of competitor SUV products - so big flashy chrome grill and big flashy chrome wheels are it. Having any 2019 model year options that detract from their vision (at build or dealer installed genuine BMW blackout grill or black wheels) are just not going to be allowed.
Of course black grill or wheels aren't for everyone but if you do want the option, perhaps a deal breaker if you can't achieve said, I'm coming to the conclusion it's going to be way too expensive if you want to buy a 2019 MY G05 and DIY. |
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I am actually curious to see the "M performance" styling pack. Not so much bothered by the grey accents on the exterior (for the m50d model) (except perhaps the grille). The interior had a nice alcantara / carbon fiber trim combination on the F15. Really helped the interior. As for the exterior, perhaps a front spoiler will be available like on previous models, even though I would personally prefer it to be just black and not carbon.
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I just took off the chrome part of the grille it only took me about 15 seconds and is completely separate from the shutters. I’ll be painting them tomorrow. I’ll post pics after. Too impatient to wait for bmw to release them and $500 on IND is excessive!!!
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Are you going to paint it all, all of the chrome? Or just the slats...What paint will you use?
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I’ve used fusion a lot but couldn’t find gloss black when I painted mine. I found a Rustoleum spray that said was ok for plastic and used that and it turned out well, I thought. Good luck with yours.
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I couldn’t find gloss black so I am just doing matte black for now.
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Does anyone know when the Black OEM Grill is going to be released?
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There has been no official mention about it unlike the other M performance parts so who knows. People are speculating Spring though. Wait till you get your vehicle and if nothing available by then, u can do a wrap or paint like so many others have. I'm happy with my wrap. Or you can buy from IND...
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Looks like I'm going to look at painting the damn thing. I've got a good local shop. I'll see what they want.
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I'm in the same situation. Still deciding if I want to paint the upper air flaps all black. What made you decide to leave the chrome bits as it is?
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