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      01-01-2022, 10:40 PM   #45
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Appreciate the opinions and insights from other members on some of the decisions I've made on my LRG X5. I just ordered the 742M wheels for after winter because I've decided to stick closer to the OEM path.

That said, I'd like to solicit opinions for my next decision. I purchased the M side vents without the label of course since it's not an M car but I'm having second thoughts about covering up any of that beautiful LRG paint. You guys think I should install the larger M vent??
If you like the look of the larger vent, then my vote is to go for it. It will look good against the LRG paint.
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      01-02-2022, 11:10 AM   #46
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Amazing color! Nicely modded! Nice job!
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      01-03-2022, 09:36 PM   #47
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I took delivery about a month ago on a 2022 X5 xdrive40i Msport in Individual Lime Rock Grey. It took a bit for me to get to this post because it was at a detailer for a couple weeks getting some paint protection done and a few cosmetic mods I'll list below.

It's loaded with basically every option except rear heated seats, canberra vernasca leather instead of merino and the wheels are 20" 740M rather than the 22" upgrade.

The Lime Rock Grey paint is pretty wild as it changes pretty dramatically in different lighting conditions. Having never seen the color in person before ordering, it's a bit darker than I thought but brightens up quite a bit in sunlight. I'll add some photos when I get a chance to take some with the sunlight facing the front. For some reason the folks who took the photos below took them with the sunlight shining on the rear.

Work done since delivery:
- Full front Xpel PPF
- Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light on full body, wheels, calipers
- 35% ceramic Xpel tint on front two windows
- 740M wheels powder coated gloss black
- Black badges from IND
- Front reflectors painted LRG by IND
- Front lip spoiler from Larte, painted LRG to match body color. Local shop matched it pretty well.
- Rear M roof spoiler painted LRG
Who did the powdercoat on the wheels? Considering it for the 45e I have on order.
Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists in Essex, MD. They did an awesome job. Looks like smaller version of factory 742M.
Good to know…not too far from me. I'm in NoVA.

Thanks!!
There is an Alloy in Richmond also that my CA recommended. I too am considering powder coating the 740s. Is black the only option, has anyone seen/done them in smoke or dark grey? I have CBM, thinking a little contrast might be nice rather than black on black. Thoughts?
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      01-16-2022, 09:16 PM   #48
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Absolutely stunning color and a great spec! Congrats!
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      01-25-2022, 01:00 PM   #49
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I took delivery about a month ago on a 2022 X5 xdrive40i Msport in Individual Lime Rock Grey. It took a bit for me to get to this post because it was at a detailer for a couple weeks getting some paint protection done and a few cosmetic mods I'll list below.

It's loaded with basically every option except rear heated seats, canberra vernasca leather instead of merino and the wheels are 20" 740M rather than the 22" upgrade.

The Lime Rock Grey paint is pretty wild as it changes pretty dramatically in different lighting conditions. Having never seen the color in person before ordering, it's a bit darker than I thought but brightens up quite a bit in sunlight. I'll add some photos when I get a chance to take some with the sunlight facing the front. For some reason the folks who took the photos below took them with the sunlight shining on the rear.

Work done since delivery:
- Full front Xpel PPF
- Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light on full body, wheels, calipers
- 35% ceramic Xpel tint on front two windows
- 740M wheels powder coated gloss black
- Black badges from IND
- Front reflectors painted LRG by IND
- Front lip spoiler from Larte, painted LRG to match body color. Local shop matched it pretty well.
- Rear M roof spoiler painted LRG
Beautiful color and car! I see that you're a fellow Marylander as well!!👍🏼
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      01-25-2022, 01:17 PM   #50
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Appreciate the opinions and insights from other members on some of the decisions I've made on my LRG X5. I just ordered the 742M wheels for after winter because I've decided to stick closer to the OEM path.

That said, I'd like to solicit opinions for my next decision. I purchased the M side vents without the label of course since it's not an M car but I'm having second thoughts about covering up any of that beautiful LRG paint. You guys think I should install the larger M vent??
Go for it, I'm thinking about ordering them myself for my CB M50i (without the M logo of course) I think on your color it would look great and give a little contrast and pop. Where did you get yours from?
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      01-25-2022, 01:22 PM   #51
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Go for it, I'm thinking about ordering them myself for my CB M50i (without the M logo of course) I think on your color it would look great and give a little contrast and pop. Where did you get yours from?
I'm gonna do it. Taking it back to the detailer soon to inspect the PPF and make sure everything looks good a couple months in and will have them install the M vents as well.

I got them from r33_RGSport
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Looks really good. The color really helps to bring out the lines of the X5 body. Congrats OP!
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Wow, this grey is unreal. Looking good!
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I really like the front spoiler.
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Here are some photos at delivery prior to the cosmetic mods for comparison as well as a before and after in the driveway.
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My first thought is undercover cop.

Love LRG to pieces, but not here, sorry.
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Looks great
Nice mods and the color fits very well IMO, not a fan of it otherwise.
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I took delivery about a month ago on a 2022 X5 xdrive40i Msport in Individual Lime Rock Grey. It took a bit for me to get to this post because it was at a detailer for a couple weeks getting some paint protection done and a few cosmetic mods I'll list below.

It's loaded with basically every option except rear heated seats, canberra vernasca leather instead of merino and the wheels are 20" 740M rather than the 22" upgrade.

The Lime Rock Grey paint is pretty wild as it changes pretty dramatically in different lighting conditions. Having never seen the color in person before ordering, it's a bit darker than I thought but brightens up quite a bit in sunlight. I'll add some photos when I get a chance to take some with the sunlight facing the front. For some reason the folks who took the photos below took them with the sunlight shining on the rear.

Work done since delivery:
- Full front Xpel PPF
- Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light on full body, wheels, calipers
- 35% ceramic Xpel tint on front two windows
- 740M wheels powder coated gloss black
- Black badges from IND
- Front reflectors painted LRG by IND
- Front lip spoiler from Larte, painted LRG to match body color. Local shop matched it pretty well.
- Rear M roof spoiler painted LRG
Almost looks like a real M.
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Awesome! Need that on a G80!!
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Awesome! Need that on a G80!!
That would be awesome. I love my LRG X5 but do think it looks even better in the cars and the G80 would be perfect.
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Congrats on the sick color!
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Congrats on the sick color!
Can't wait for you to get the black 742Ms in. They'll finally complete the look on this thing.
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Congrats on the sick color!
Can't wait for you to get the black 742Ms in. They'll finally complete the look on this thing.
They are almost here! Just waiting for one more.
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