I have a VERY interesting question...

MistaVauros · 07-03-2008, 10:54 AM

Is it possible during the ordering process to specify that you want the European front bumper? Could a dealer contact BMW and specify that the customer would like the European bumper?

I think a option like this should be made available to North America customers.

SlammedR8 · 07-03-2008, 10:56 AM

the answer is.......

NO

NO SHOT

Doesn't matter what you are willing to pay, BMW AG can't send that car with the Euro Bumper to the North American Market.

psuwcc112 · 07-03-2008, 10:58 AM

I dont believe there is option like this.. I think you can only do it aftermarket..

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Originally Posted by Mista_Vanquish

Is it possible during the ordering process to specify that you want the European front bumper? Could a dealer contact BMW and specify that the customer would like the European bumper?

I think a option like this should be made available to North America customers.

Big Windy · 07-03-2008, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Mista_Vanquish

Is it possible during the ordering process to specify that you want the European front bumper? Could a dealer contact BMW and specify that the customer would like the European bumper?

I think a option like this should be made available to North America customers.

this is not interesting. the answer is NO!!!

sucks.

JEllis · 07-03-2008, 11:06 AM

Hmmm....Nope

Zirenz2006 · 07-03-2008, 11:18 AM

no way, never gonna happen...the car wouldn't pass DOT regulations

MistaVauros · 07-03-2008, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Zirenz2006

no way, never gonna happen...the car wouldn't pass DOT regulations

So, technically, when we replace our side reflectors with painted reflectors our car is no longer DOT certified?

Patricius · 07-03-2008, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Mista_Vanquish

So, technically, when we replace our side reflectors with painted reflectors our car is no longer DOT certified?

Yup.

GT3 Tim · 07-03-2008, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Patricius

Yup.

BUT, I think it is just an import regulation. Local laws may not specify these be on the car....I need to research the CA code and find out...not that I really am worried about it, but may be interesting to look into.

Being as the feds regulate this, the states may have decided it was not needed. I will check it out.

SlammedR8 · 07-03-2008, 11:49 AM

NO cop will ever pull you ever and notice that you removed your orange reflector from your bumper.

IF he does, hes a real cocksucker!
But realistically, that won't happen!

Patricius · 07-03-2008, 12:28 PM

I failed a state inspection in PA because the reflectors were modified and not DOT legal. Granted it was from a douche dealership, but it is possible.

kevinD · 07-03-2008, 03:02 PM

the dealer wont sell it to you that way. but you can certainly buy the part from the dealer (or someone willing to ship one overseas to you). then install it yourself. no one will question the legality once you've already purchased the car. i have a JDM rear bumper on my evo which eliminates the USDM crash beam, yet no one has ever questioned me during inspections...

think of it as a body kit.

SlammedR8 · 07-03-2008, 03:10 PM

if its because of the reflectors that you want a EURO bumper. Why not have it removed, filled in and painted?

Cheaper and looks just as good

Davinhci · 07-03-2008, 03:19 PM

no way

Big Windy · 07-03-2008, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by slammedm3

if its because of the reflectors that you want a EURO bumper. Why not have it removed, filled in and painted?

Cheaper and looks just as good

uh, might not be cheaper. some have paid over 800 bucks. cheapest i saw was 610.

SlammedR8 · 07-03-2008, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Windy

uh, might not be cheaper. some have paid over 800 bucks. cheapest i saw was 610.

$800 bucks to remove/fill/paint their bumper?
HAHAHAH! Some are seriously being bent over and FUCKED IN THE ASS!!!

Thats ridiculous...Im paying around $400 (CDN)
meaning you guys should be like $300 or so realistically

gadget · 07-03-2008, 04:21 PM

Talk about being suckered, came in to read something interesting, guess i missed it

Seth_Horwitz · 07-04-2008, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by gadget

Talk about being suckered, came in to read something interesting, guess i missed it

I refrained from making a post like yours yesterday, but I feel VERY disappointed as well. Some people believe that their thoughts are a lot more interesting than reality suggests.

Here's another VERY interesting question. If I offer a dealer money for a car, will he sell it to me? I bet that's the first time anyone's ever thought about that scenario.

TheBry · 07-04-2008, 12:58 PM

This has been beat to death. There is no way for us to ad-hoc request certain parts be added to our US-bound cars.

I tried and failed to get the Euro-only Shadowline trim added to my 'vert while it was in production. Got laughed off the face of the planet and was asked "shall we give your production slot to the next customer in line?"

I sucked it up and am taking delivery of the "matte aluminum trim" and am having it covered by Brandon the minute I get my car.

LittleRocket · 07-04-2008, 01:12 PM

BMW put those on because they thought we would like the reflector.

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SlammedR8 Major General 521 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i/2020 R8 V10 Spyder Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (2)	NO cop will ever pull you ever and notice that you removed your orange reflector from your bumper. IF he does, hes a real cocksucker! But realistically, that won't happen! __________________ Current: 2019 BMW X5 40i - Carbon Black/Tartufo Individual Leather 2020 Range Rover HSE - Black/Black 2020 Audi R8 V10 Performance Spyder 6MT - Ascari Blue/Black
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Patricius Lieutenant 17 Rep 532 Posts Drives: 04 325xi, 05 M3 cpe, 08 M3 cpe Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (0)	I failed a state inspection in PA because the reflectors were modified and not DOT legal. Granted it was from a douche dealership, but it is possible.
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kevinD Private 0 Rep 93 Posts Drives: 04 evo 8 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: irving, TX iTrader: (0)	the dealer wont sell it to you that way. but you can certainly buy the part from the dealer (or someone willing to ship one overseas to you). then install it yourself. no one will question the legality once you've already purchased the car. i have a JDM rear bumper on my evo which eliminates the USDM crash beam, yet no one has ever questioned me during inspections... think of it as a body kit.
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SlammedR8 Major General 521 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i/2020 R8 V10 Spyder Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (2)	if its because of the reflectors that you want a EURO bumper. Why not have it removed, filled in and painted? Cheaper and looks just as good __________________ Current: 2019 BMW X5 40i - Carbon Black/Tartufo Individual Leather 2020 Range Rover HSE - Black/Black 2020 Audi R8 V10 Performance Spyder 6MT - Ascari Blue/Black
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TheBry Major 139 Rep 1,020 Posts Drives: 2016 G12 750i xDrive Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Francisco, California iTrader: (0)	This has been beat to death. There is no way for us to ad-hoc request certain parts be added to our US-bound cars. I tried and failed to get the Euro-only Shadowline trim added to my 'vert while it was in production. Got laughed off the face of the planet and was asked "shall we give your production slot to the next customer in line?" I sucked it up and am taking delivery of the "matte aluminum trim" and am having it covered by Brandon the minute I get my car. __________________ Past: 2008 M3 (E93) naturally aspirated V8 realness! Past: 2012 740Li (F02) M-Sport (European Delivery) Present: 2016 750i (G12) M-Sport
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