[mustangigem]

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Hi yall, I've recently picked up the new X5 M60i and also as my first BMW, so far I'm absolutely loving it as a daily driver. The car is just perfect.

I had a full front PPF and front tint window applied by a local store. During the curing period in the garage, diy applied ceramic coating to the entire exterior (what a workout that was!) and also treated the interior leather with ceramic coating. I'm hoping the exterior coating will last for three years and the leather for one year, which should reduce maintenance needs a lot. In addition, blacken out the wheels and rear badges myself for a clean look with the existing M sports trim. Last thing on my TODO list is the sets of the badge on the side panel which is cutting out in the US market, cant really find it nowhere for now, bummer

I'm very thankful for all the advice and discussions from the members of this forum which is incredibly helpful in my learning process. Took some photos of the car when it was perfectly clean to share with the community.

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by mustangigem

Hi yall, I've recently picked up the new X5 M60i and also as my first BMW, so far I'm absolutely loving it as a daily driver. The car is just perfect.

I had a full front PPF and front tint window applied by a local store. During the curing period in the garage, diy applied ceramic coating to the entire exterior (what a workout that was!) and also treated the interior leather with ceramic coating. I'm hoping the exterior coating will last for three years and the leather for one year, which should reduce maintenance needs a lot. In addition, blacken out the wheels and rear badges myself for a clean look with the existing M sports trim. Last thing on my TODO list is the sets of the badge on the side panel which is cutting out in the US market, cant really find it nowhere for now, bummer

I'm very thankful for all the advice and discussions from the members of this forum which is incredibly helpful in my learning process. Took some photos of the car when it was perfectly clean to share with the community.

Congratulations on your X5 and welcome to the forum!

For the "badge on the side panel" that you mentioned... which one are you referring to? Is it the little ///M fender badges?

[mustangigem]

Originally Posted by rundeyvoo

Congratulations on your X5 and welcome to the forum!

For the "badge on the side panel" that you mentioned... which one are you referring to? Is it the little ///M fender badges?

Thank you ! Yes, I was referring to the side panel M60i badge which seems available in every market except US, I can locate to the parts# but it’s simply not available or in a sense with no inventory at all

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by mustangigem

Thank you ! Yes, I was referring to the side panel M60i badge which seems available in every market except US, I can locate to the parts# but it’s simply not available or in a sense with no inventory at all

Ahh yes. I was going to suggest putting an ///M sticker on the fender vent as a short term fix, but it seems like the vent that's on your M60i is different than the one that's shown here. A few people on the forum upgraded their existing pre-LCI vents to X5M vents and have placed an ///M sticker (or badge) on it. Here's the thread for your reference:

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1811894

You could just swap out your existing vends altogether, but I would strongly suggest to keep what you already have

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32568...yAdapt=glo2usa

[mustangigem]

Originally Posted by rundeyvoo

Ahh yes. I was going to suggest putting an ///M sticker on the fender vent as a short term fix, but it seems like the vent that's on your M60i is different than the one that's shown here. A few people on the forum upgraded their existing pre-LCI vents to X5M vents and have placed an ///M sticker (or badge) on it. Here's the thread for your reference:

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1811894

You could just swap out your existing vends altogether, but I would strongly suggest to keep what you already have

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32568...yAdapt=glo2usa

Haha, yeah not sure if it will fit, my local service guy told me the parts needs to come from Germany and might arrive at the mid of the year, guess I just need some serious patience for a more OEM look : ) thanks again for the great info

[P1]

Quite the spec, congrats! Did those wheels come in black from the factory?

[mustangigem]

Originally Posted by P1

Quite the spec, congrats! Did those wheels come in black from the factory?

No, it’s the default 740m wheel rims, I blacked them out

[matowi]

Originally Posted by mustangigem

Thank you ! Yes, I was referring to the side panel M60i badge which seems available in every market except US, I can locate to the parts# but it’s simply not available or in a sense with no inventory at all

I actually specifically optioned my car to not have these badges. Or any other for that matter 😇

[matowi]

Originally Posted by mustangigem

Hi yall, I've recently picked up the new X5 M60i and also as my first BMW, so far I'm absolutely loving it as a daily driver. The car is just perfect.
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I'm very thankful for all the advice and discussions from the members of this forum which is incredibly helpful in my learning process. Took some photos of the car when it was perfectly clean to share with the community.

A very handsome ride! Enjoy!

[mustangigem]

Originally Posted by matowi

I actually specifically optioned my car to not have these badges. Or any other for that matter 😇

I was watching a vehicle walk through video with the same specs and thought mine will be exactly same and turned out that car was for Korean market, which I believe that’s where the gap is coming from, but yeah I can sleep well without the side badges for sure

[playswcars]

B&W gang!

[PNWM50I]

Congrats and looks amazing. Those first pics...Wilburton Park area? Look forward to seeing you on the road.

[mustangigem]

Originally Posted by playswcars

B&W gang!

OMG！ This picture is amazing

[mustangigem]

Originally Posted by PNWM50I

Congrats and looks amazing. Those first pics...Wilburton Park area? Look forward to seeing you on the road.

Thank you my friend ! Yes, haha well spotted!