reflectors in the USA - Page 2

Stahlgrau · 12-29-2007, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by JEllis

How are they attached then? Honestly curious, do you have some inside info?

Jason

I don't know for sure, but if they're anything like the E46, they're clipped on. Slide them to one side and pry them out.

scottp999 · 12-29-2007, 04:48 PM

The E92 335 reflectors are stuck on with adhesive. I took the front wheels off to get to mine more easily. All you had to do was use a hair dryer to heat the adhesive on the inside of the fender for about 2 minutes and then use a tool to pull them off. You had to go slow so you would not pull in any little bit of the plastic fender with it. I used a small putty knife.

The e92 m3's look much different, but I am sure there will be a solution within 30 days of them being released.

I'm getting excited to start seeing them on the road here in the states.

monsta · 03-11-2008, 10:03 AM

I had been looking for the replacements so I didn't have to go to a paint shop and risk them not doing a good job...did a little more searching and found this...

http://www.**********s.com/product.a...s_e92_PR&rurl=

whats crazy is that they have them cheaper then the company who actually made them, now thats a deal if you ask me

http://www.bimmian.com/92/

apw2607 · 03-11-2008, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by monsta

I had been looking for the replacements so I didn't have to go to a paint shop and risk them not doing a good job...did a little more searching and found this...

http://www.**********s.com/product.a...s_e92_PR&rurl=

whats crazy is that they have them cheaper then the company who actually made them, now thats a deal if you ask me

http://www.bimmian.com/92/

Odd .. space grey is not on the list for the E92 M3.

Krueger///M3 · 03-11-2008, 03:06 PM

Does anyone know if any aftermarket companies are selling clear reflectors?

monsta · 03-11-2008, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Krueger///M3

Does anyone know if any aftermarket companies are selling clear reflectors?

Why would you want clear? I haven't checked up I think the link I provided has them...

Dundas · 03-11-2008, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by monsta

Why would you want clear?

Because clear reflectors look like they as supposed to be there whereas painted ones look like an extraneous piece of plastic that serves no purpose.

Jinxter · 03-11-2008, 06:14 PM

The body shop that I go to will be selling these online on ebay as well. think he quoted me $54.99 + shipping per set. Think they are waiting for the part number so they can order them. Apparantly they will be OEM BMW reflectors just painted. they also mentioned for forum members they will give a core discount think of $10. So $44.99 a set not so bad. Will post more info when I get it.

Epacy · 03-11-2008, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Jinxter

The body shop that I go to will be selling these online on ebay as well. think he quoted me $54.99 + shipping per set. Think they are waiting for the part number so they can order them. Apparantly they will be OEM BMW reflectors just painted. they also mentioned for forum members they will give a core discount think of $10. So $44.99 a set not so bad. Will post more info when I get it.

If you turn your core's in, you are basically making the business for them.

Jinxter · 03-11-2008, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Epacy

If you turn your core's in, you are basically making the business for them.

Ya but whats the point in keeping a extra set? Dont ask me though thats what they told me.

Think most shops will charge approx $50+ to paint your current reflectors. and my Shop uses Standox (Euro) paint.

par4bmw · 03-11-2008, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Dundas

Because clear reflectors look like they as supposed to be there whereas painted ones look like an extraneous piece of plastic that serves no purpose.

+1, painted ones look odd to me.

eclipsisNA · 03-11-2008, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by par4bmw

+1, painted ones look odd to me.

I disagree, I got mine painted today and you barely notice them:

monsta · 03-11-2008, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Xcellere

I disagree, I got mine painted today and you barely notice them:

looks good...

Krueger///M3 · 03-11-2008, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by monsta

Why would you want clear? I haven't checked up I think the link I provided has them...

The painted reflectors that we had on our e46 didnt match in some lights but you're probably right, they would look good on white.

FifthStreetz · 03-11-2008, 07:32 PM

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125391

group buy for painted reflectors in case anyone missed the thread.

par4bmw · 03-11-2008, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Xcellere

I disagree, I got mine painted today and you barely notice them:

Xcel - man your M is killer. I know I have already posted it, but the color combo is stellar!

I am an engineer so a non-functional cover would drive me crazy. A clear reflector would still serve its purpose and not look as obnoxious as orange. Your painted ones look way better than being orange and would probably be preferred by most.

eclipsisNA · 03-11-2008, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by par4bmw

Xcel - man your M is killer. I know I have already posted it, but the color combo is stellar!

I am an engineer so a non-functional cover would drive me crazy. A clear reflector would still serve its purpose and not look as obnoxious as orange. Your painted ones look way better than being orange and would probably be preferred by most.

Thank you par4.

I know where you're coming from, I used to have clears on my E46, but I got sick of their look after a while.

par4bmw · 03-11-2008, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Xcellere

Thank you par4.

I know where you're coming from, I used to have clears on my E46, but I got sick of their look after a while.

The more I look at your car, the weaker my argument is.

GregW / Oregon · 03-11-2008, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Xcellere

I disagree, I got mine painted today and you barely notice them:

The E92 reflectors are flusher than the E46 ones. Look pretty good.

12-29-2007, 04:48 PM	#24
scottp999 MFP - Twin Turbo I6 Interceptor Drives: 335i - E92 - 6MT & 4runner SR5 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: MD Posts: 4,428 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 335 [4.50]	The E92 335 reflectors are stuck on with adhesive. I took the front wheels off to get to mine more easily. All you had to do was use a hair dryer to heat the adhesive on the inside of the fender for about 2 minutes and then use a tool to pull them off. You had to go slow so you would not pull in any little bit of the plastic fender with it. I used a small putty knife. The e92 m3's look much different, but I am sure there will be a solution within 30 days of them being released. I'm getting excited to start seeing them on the road here in the states. __________________ Rob Beck Turbos, PROcede Rev. 3, PPS Methanol System (DO12/Aquamist Flow Sensor), DCI, Quaife LSD, BMW Performance Suspension, Autobahn Exotics Exhaust, Helix FMIC, AR Design Downpipes, BSH Catch Can, Forge Diverter Valves, P3cars Vent Boost Gauge, Alufelgen CSL Reps, Lux 5.1 H8 Angel Eyes, HPB HID Fogs, LTBMW M3 Side Skirts, BMW M3 Rear Spoiler, BMW Front Aero Lip, BMW Pedal Kit, BMW M Shift Knob, Autotecknic Matte Black Grilles.

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monsta Brigadier General Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bergen County, NJ/Y.O, NY Posts: 3,590 iTrader: (2)	I had been looking for the replacements so I didn't have to go to a paint shop and risk them not doing a good job...did a little more searching and found this... http://www.**********s.com/product.a...s_e92_PR&rurl= whats crazy is that they have them cheaper then the company who actually made them, now thats a deal if you ask me http://www.bimmian.com/92/ __________________ '08 E92 M3 6MT \| IB \| FR \| RAC RG63's \| VRS Ti Exhaust \| Fabspeed HFC & Xpipe '09 X5 35d SG/SB '11 X3 28i AW/CN/FW (wife's car

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Jinxter Lieutenant Drives: 2008 BMW e92 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Walnut Creek, California Posts: 490 iTrader: (0)	The body shop that I go to will be selling these online on ebay as well. think he quoted me $54.99 + shipping per set. Think they are waiting for the part number so they can order them. Apparantly they will be OEM BMW reflectors just painted. they also mentioned for forum members they will give a core discount think of $10. So $44.99 a set not so bad. Will post more info when I get it. __________________

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FifthStreetz O! So Sour!! Drives: Fast e30 / Slow M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Fort Lee, NJ Posts: 15,390 iTrader: (21) Garage List 2008 M3 [4.75]	http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125391 group buy for painted reflectors in case anyone missed the thread. __________________

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Krueger///M3 Major Drives: 2003 HPF 2.5, 2008 M3 (Sold) Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pearl District, OR Posts: 1,403 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2002 BMW ///M3 [0.00] 2008 BMW ///M3 [0.00]	Does anyone know if any aftermarket companies are selling clear reflectors?