Average Cost Spent to Mod a E9x M3

///M Ryder · 01-28-2012, 09:39 AM

So I was talking to a good friend and the cost of modifying cars came up. He was wondering how much money enthusiasts spend to satisfy their love of cars. So I said, let's see. So my fellow enthusiasts, I come to you today seeking real world dollar amounts. Let's see what we spend on average to satisfy our craving to drive the ultimate "Ultimate Driving Machine"........................Phil

Track mods are included!!!

Mods I vote for this to be a sticky

xsilvor · 01-28-2012, 09:47 AM

Having to do it twice doesn't help

GOLFFRR · 01-28-2012, 09:51 AM

I selected 5k-9k. Seems like that is the norm for me each car.

Although I will say before joining this Forum my average on Mods was 0$! lol

PhillyNate · 01-28-2012, 09:58 AM

$0 for me. I can't think of anything to mod that's absolutely necessary.

frankzlin79 · 01-28-2012, 10:00 AM

Does our vote include cost for any labor, or strictly parts?

///M Ryder · 01-28-2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by frankzlin79

Does our vote include cost for any labor, or strictly parts?

Whatever you wrote the check for or signed your name for

...........Phil

MR///M3 · 01-28-2012, 10:06 AM

modding the M3 is definitely much more expensive than my previous cars (e92 335i and range rover sport). Especially when multiple sets of quality wheels and a quality exhaust comes into play. With that said I don't normally go above $15k in modding my cars, that might change though if I get an ESS kit.

advanced101 · 01-28-2012, 10:11 AM

geez, a set of volk/hre/bbs and a full akra exhaust puts you at 10k. Or just a SC and install.

JZBDCT · 01-28-2012, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by xsilvor

Having to do it twice doesn't help

quality parts cost money. don't cheapen your baby.

Xx__xs · 01-28-2012, 03:39 PM

just a nice exhaust = 4k+

cosmetic parts (lip, splitters, diffuser, trunk lip, grills, angel eyes) easily get to 4k+

rims...2-4k+

10k+ if you stop there (almost nobody does)

Chowster · 01-28-2012, 11:51 PM

I try not to keep a tally... Even a decent winter setup on it's own throws me into category 3...

JerryK73 · 01-28-2012, 11:58 PM

Are you referring to how much we have spent on our current M3's or in general?

bigjae1976 · 01-29-2012, 12:08 AM

I definitely want to stay under 10k on this car. I've spent way too much on my E46...but I have learned a lot (the hard way). IMO, an M3 is cheaper to mod in the long run because its so much better to start with vrs a non-M...and its the little stuff!

Sticking with suspension (have), wheels (have), BBK, a couple of bolt ons, software, harnesses, diffuser (have), and maybe a GTS-style lip.

JerryK73 · 01-29-2012, 12:26 AM

Also are we talking about performance mods only or audio mods as well?

avex8 · 01-29-2012, 12:36 AM

modding a m3 can easily go over 15k. I already spend almost 10k just on exterior parts (rims, front lip, hood, diffuser, etc)

Stronghammer · 01-29-2012, 08:09 AM

I went over 10k so fast it wasn't even funny. Now I am modding my garage so the M has a proper place to sleep. This is an expensive hobby.

blackbeast535 · 01-29-2012, 08:36 AM

That's funny I just was thinking about this this morning. I'm wondering when this bad habit will stop. There needs to be a rehab for us! I'm 5K in just started. I'm debating tricking this car out or starting an older project/track car.

M3SQRD · 01-29-2012, 08:48 AM

It's just way too easy to spend > $15k on our cars - wheels/tires, complete exhaust system, brakes, and suspension are all that's required to exceed that amount!

///M Ryder · 01-29-2012, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryK73

Are you referring to how much we have spent on our current M3's or in general?

What you have currently spent on all mods................Phil

bigjae1976 · 01-29-2012, 09:46 AM

Might be threadjacking but we should have a thread of "modding tips". For example...cheaper is almost never better and usually ends up being more expensive. Hard lesson learned on my 330.

///M Ryder · 01-29-2012, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigjae1976

Might be threadjacking but we should have a thread of "modding tips". For example...cheaper is almost never better and usually ends up being more expensive. Hard lesson learned on my 330.

Not a jack move at all.......I think it's a good idea. First timers in the mod game can waste tons of money if they're not careful. Homework is the key and this forum a great resource. With all the information on here no one should get taken for a ride (no pun intended) when modding........................Phil

In Extremis · 01-29-2012, 11:08 AM

About 10k on exhaust, bolt-ons and exterior cosmetic mods.

View Poll Results: How much have you spent on mods to date?
$0.00----$1499.99	59	14.43%
$1500.00----$2499.99	28	6.85%
$2500.00----$4999.99	57	13.94%
$5000.00----$9999.99	91	22.25%
$10,000.00----$14,999.99	68	16.63%
$15,000.00----Don't ask	106	25.92%
Voters: 409. You may not vote on this poll

01-28-2012, 09:39 AM	#1
///M Ryder Grown Azz Man 429 Rep 3,021 Posts Drives: GT4 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (8)	Average Cost Spent to Mod a E9x M3 So I was talking to a good friend and the cost of modifying cars came up. He was wondering how much money enthusiasts spend to satisfy their love of cars. So I said, let's see. So my fellow enthusiasts, I come to you today seeking real world dollar amounts. Let's see what we spend on average to satisfy our craving to drive the ultimate "Ultimate Driving Machine"........................Phil Track mods are included!!! Mods I vote for this to be a sticky __________________ 2016 GT4.....Sapphire Blue Metallic, Platinum stitch Leather/Alcantara interior, Carbon Fiber Trim, PCM w/Nav, Guards Red Belts, 2 Zone Climate, Sport Chrono, LWB, Smokers Pack, Big Gas Tank, Light Design Pack, Bi-Xenon w/PDL, Auto Dim Mirror, Clear Side Markers, GTS Clear Taillights Last edited by ///M Ryder; 01-28-2012 at 09:49 AM..
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01-28-2012, 09:47 AM	#2
xsilvor Captain 67 Rep 992 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (2)	Having to do it twice doesn't help __________________ 2015 F10 M5 DCT 2015 F82 M4 DCT (Sold) 2011 E92 M3 DCT (Sold) - Silverstone II.Black/Gray.Carbon/DINAN 2008 E92 M3 DCT (RIP) - Jet Black.Black.Carbon Dinan, Wheels & Accessories for Sale
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01-28-2012, 09:51 AM	#3
GOLFFRR 10776 Rep 27,587 Posts Drives: GOLFFRR cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: we sell BMWs to "ALL" US states iTrader: (4)	I selected 5k-9k. Seems like that is the norm for me each car. Although I will say before joining this Forum my average on Mods was 0$! lol __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, EMAIL OUR GUY KOTE FIRST! Kote M Sales:Kotem@bmwofcamarillo.com Cell:805-368-9101 vipfinance@bmwofcamarillo.com for warranties!
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01-28-2012, 09:58 AM	#4
PhillyNate ENTHUSIAST 135 Rep 2,097 Posts Drives: 2010 Porsche Cayman Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 Porsche Cayman [0.00]	$0 for me. I can't think of anything to mod that's absolutely necessary. __________________ "what I'm driving here...is an ending." Jeremy Clarkson 2010 Carrara White Porsche Cayman 6mt 2014 Whiteout Toyota GT-86 6mt(Sold 05/23/15) 2011 Alpine White BMW M3 6mt ZCP Coupe(forced retirement 06/06/14) 2008 Alpine White BMW 328i 6mt Coupe(retired 06/21/11)
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01-28-2012, 10:00 AM	#5
frankzlin79 Lieutenant Colonel 265 Rep 1,696 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, Texas iTrader: (5)	Does our vote include cost for any labor, or strictly parts?
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01-28-2012, 10:06 AM	#7
MR///M3 e90post veteran 58 Rep 1,375 Posts Drives: Past: '12 M3, '09 335 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: central NJ iTrader: (5)	modding the M3 is definitely much more expensive than my previous cars (e92 335i and range rover sport). Especially when multiple sets of quality wheels and a quality exhaust comes into play. With that said I don't normally go above $15k in modding my cars, that might change though if I get an ESS kit. __________________ 2012 Melbourne Red/Bamboo Novillo E92 M3 - ZCP, ZPP, DCT, BMW Apps, Sat Radio, Heated Seats Mods- 20" BBS LM DBK, 18" Volk TE37SL, iPE F1 Exhaust, OSS, Arkym, RD Sport, and much more... Thanks to- PYSpeed -- Morr Wheels -- OSS Designs -- iND-Distribution
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01-28-2012, 10:11 AM	#8
advanced101 Private 0 Rep 87 Posts Drives: 2020 M2 Comp Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston iTrader: (1)	geez, a set of volk/hre/bbs and a full akra exhaust puts you at 10k. Or just a SC and install.
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01-28-2012, 03:39 PM	#10
Xx__xs Major 201 Rep 1,255 Posts Drives: m6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: los angeles iTrader: (1)	just a nice exhaust = 4k+ cosmetic parts (lip, splitters, diffuser, trunk lip, grills, angel eyes) easily get to 4k+ rims...2-4k+ 10k+ if you stop there (almost nobody does)
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01-28-2012, 11:51 PM	#11
Chowster E60_to_E90 36 Rep 1,201 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Surrey, BC, Canada iTrader: (2)	I try not to keep a tally... Even a decent winter setup on it's own throws me into category 3... __________________ 2011.5 E90 Dinan M3, SS II, M-DCT, EDC, M Drive. 20" MORR VS8.2 wheels Performance Mods: Dinan St.1 suspension, exhaust, intake; TTPs; BPM St.II, DCT, servo tunes Cosmetic Mods: OEM CF splitters, mirrors, center console, spoiler; Arkym CF diffuser; LUX; tint
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01-28-2012, 11:58 PM	#12
JerryK73 Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 286 Posts Drives: 2009 LeMans Blue Coupe Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New Jersey/New Orleans/Houston iTrader: (3)	Are you referring to how much we have spent on our current M3's or in general?
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01-29-2012, 12:08 AM	#13
bigjae1976 Major General 1570 Rep 8,075 Posts Drives: 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (22) Garage List 2004 BMW M3 [4.50] 2011 BMW E90 M3 [5.25] 2013 BMW 328i [5.00]	I definitely want to stay under 10k on this car. I've spent way too much on my E46...but I have learned a lot (the hard way). IMO, an M3 is cheaper to mod in the long run because its so much better to start with vrs a non-M...and its the little stuff! Sticking with suspension (have), wheels (have), BBK, a couple of bolt ons, software, harnesses, diffuser (have), and maybe a GTS-style lip. __________________ 2018 F30 320iX Melbourne Red 2011 E90 M3 Monte Carlo Blue 2004 E46 M3 Imola Red 2000 E36/7 Z3 Steel Blue
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01-29-2012, 12:26 AM	#14
JerryK73 Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 286 Posts Drives: 2009 LeMans Blue Coupe Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New Jersey/New Orleans/Houston iTrader: (3)	Also are we talking about performance mods only or audio mods as well?
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01-29-2012, 12:36 AM	#15
avex8 Major 323 Rep 1,337 Posts Drives: 11 E92 m3, 15 F80 M3, GLC 63 Join Date: May 2011 Location: San Diego iTrader: (3)	modding a m3 can easily go over 15k. I already spend almost 10k just on exterior parts (rims, front lip, hood, diffuser, etc)
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01-29-2012, 08:09 AM	#16
Stronghammer Lieutenant 42 Rep 590 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: May 2011 Location: south carolina iTrader: (3)	I went over 10k so fast it wasn't even funny. Now I am modding my garage so the M has a proper place to sleep. This is an expensive hobby. __________________ 2011 E92 M3 MR July 11 ED Sept 11 PCD Mods: ESS VT1, MS test pipes, 19 BBS CH-R, Eibach pro springs, Painted reflectors, carbon fiber grills, Painted side markers with dark tinted lenses, 30% tint, Arkym rear diffuser, Innotech axle back exhaust, Performance spoiler
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01-29-2012, 08:36 AM	#17
blackbeast535 Private First Class 23 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 6MT Jerez Black Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	That's funny I just was thinking about this this morning. I'm wondering when this bad habit will stop. There needs to be a rehab for us! I'm 5K in just started. I'm debating tricking this car out or starting an older project/track car. __________________ E90 M3 Jerez Black/Bamboo Beige 6MT - BMW CCA Dinan Rear Exhaust, Secondary Cat Delete, Dinan High Flow Carbon Fiber Intake, IND Painted Reflectors, BMW Edition Grills
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01-29-2012, 08:48 AM	#18
M3SQRD Major General 2097 Rep 5,491 Posts Drives: E92 M3,G20 330ix,F22 240iX,F82 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mid-Atlantic iTrader: (11)	It's just way too easy to spend > $15k on our cars - wheels/tires, complete exhaust system, brakes, and suspension are all that's required to exceed that amount!
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01-29-2012, 09:46 AM	#20
bigjae1976 Major General 1570 Rep 8,075 Posts Drives: 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (22) Garage List 2004 BMW M3 [4.50] 2011 BMW E90 M3 [5.25] 2013 BMW 328i [5.00]	Might be threadjacking but we should have a thread of "modding tips". For example...cheaper is almost never better and usually ends up being more expensive. Hard lesson learned on my 330. __________________ 2018 F30 320iX Melbourne Red 2011 E90 M3 Monte Carlo Blue 2004 E46 M3 Imola Red 2000 E36/7 Z3 Steel Blue
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01-29-2012, 11:08 AM	#22
In Extremis First Lieutenant 38 Rep 385 Posts Drives: G42 M240i xdrive Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (1)	About 10k on exhaust, bolt-ons and exterior cosmetic mods.
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