Carbon fiber roof maintenance?

ffejk · 08-31-2011, 12:55 PM

My lease on my 08 E90 M3 is up in a few months. Looking to get another M3, probably an E92 w the CF roof.

Just wanted to see for all those who already have the E92 w the CF roof, if there were any problems with it? Was it a problem to fix? What am I to expect in terms of maintaining and making sure it doesnt get damaged, etc.

Thanks for your everyones help! Glad to be a part of this site!

Rshane · 08-31-2011, 02:09 PM

It's just a roof...not really much that could go wrong with it. Just take care of it the same as any roof.

e1000 · 08-31-2011, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Rshane

It's just a roof...not really much that could go wrong with it. Just take care of it the same as any roof.

Lol, unless you drive a corvette.

Grail05 · 08-31-2011, 02:12 PM

no issues, although once every 4-6 months. i get my car clayed, buff detailed.

SIIK2NR · 08-31-2011, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rshane

It's just a roof...not really much that could go wrong with it. Just take care of it the same as any roof.

+2

ffejk · 08-31-2011, 02:19 PM

The reason I ask is b/c of this thread I saw...and was just seeing if this is a common occurrence

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e63...aged-pics.html

chris s · 08-31-2011, 02:34 PM

That's obviously an isolated incident...either manufacturer defect led to premature peeling of the clear coat or owner neglect. Either way, that clear would need to be stripped down and resprayed. The CF underneath looks fine.

You have nothing to worry about. Clean it, polish, wax, just as you would with a metal roof.

kmarei · 08-31-2011, 02:47 PM

and be prepared for the 3 minute explanation on it's benefits

ffejk · 08-31-2011, 04:35 PM

Awesome, thanks everyone

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ffejk Private 4 Rep 70 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: LA, CA iTrader: (0)	The reason I ask is b/c of this thread I saw...and was just seeing if this is a common occurrence http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e63...aged-pics.html
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chris s Major General 1250 Rep 6,912 Posts Drives: 2022 Dravit G80 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (12)	That's obviously an isolated incident...either manufacturer defect led to premature peeling of the clear coat or owner neglect. Either way, that clear would need to be stripped down and resprayed. The CF underneath looks fine. You have nothing to worry about. Clean it, polish, wax, just as you would with a metal roof. __________________ 2022 Dravit/Fiona M3cx - Dinan midpipe w/VC, NW Carbonhaus CF, AST Springs, FC Spacers...more to come! 2016 Indi F80 M3 - SMB\|Amaro \| Mode Carbon \| ESS \| Akra EVO \| KW HAS...SOLD 2012 MR e92 M3 DCT, ESS SC, Brembo BBK, BBS FI... GONE but not forgotten! 2008 AW e92 M3 6MT, ESS SC, BBS LM's...SOLD!
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ffejk Private 4 Rep 70 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: LA, CA iTrader: (0)	Awesome, thanks everyone
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