Limey's E90: Daily Driver Evolved

[Limey]

It's a photo forum so here's a snapshot of what I spent an inordinate amount of time detailing and ogling at today. And a few of its poor predecessors.

[Limey]

More...

[Limey]

And more still...

[Limey]

And the predecessors. Not so much :-(

[Limey]

Also, I've spent a lot of time during my 45,000 miles obsessively maintaining my alcantara steering wheel. I love it but it takes some work. Most recommend cleaning methods I've used have never really worked that well but I just discovered that a terry towel drenched in Sonax interior cleaner draws out all the dirt and fluffs it up really nice. Mine was starting to look a bit beaten up until I tried this and I couldn't believe how much dirt came out. Also I bought a permanent ink fabric pen to to restore the color on the blue stripe that had got scratched up by my old wedding ring. I just taped off the alcantara, gently sanded down the leather stripe, cleaned it and painted with the fabric pen. It looks amazing, as you can see in the previous pics.

So if your alcantara wheel is looking tired this is a great way to restore it to new condition. And the best way I've found to easily clean it on a regular basis too. Amazing how resilient that fabric is.

[Limey]

More crappy iPhone pics but full alcantara center console and sun visors now installed.

Running out of things to do with this car. Anyone got any bad ideas. ?

[dmppdx]

Originally Posted by Limey

Been busy lately but I'm back. More modding....

1. Turner test pipes are on. Sound amazing with the Remus. Great power gain, feels similar to my Challenge Sport X pipe re power gains but no rasp, just the slightest drone when windows are up, more deep and aggressive v8 muscle car rumble down low, but still a screamer up high. It's still loud as F@ck but otherwise I love it and it is pretty tame at low revs. Will post dyno and vid soon. Absolutely love this set up.

2. More interior upholstery inbound. Center console hopefully going in tomorrow. My sleeper upholstery guy is amazing. Just wish I could find LSB seat belts to finish off the interior. And just wish I had the will to remove the dash and upholster that bad boy. And the money. No doubt that would really finish it off.

On a side note and more interesting topic than my car, this forum has really quietened down lately. Am I the only one still enjoying my E90 enough to not want an F80?

I'm definitely enjoying my E90 enough not to want an F80. I have never driven an F80, but they look to big and visually the front and rear bumpers are kind of train wrecks with all the weird edges and ridges they have.

[Ultra M]

Originally Posted by Limey

Plastic surgery went well

what kinda diffuser you have on it ?

[Limey]

Originally Posted by Ultra M

what kinda diffuser you have on it ?

Arkym Aerorace. Not sure if they still make them.

[Limey]

Few nice shots courtesy of EAS.

[Limey]

More driving, less modding recently hence my absence, including deciding unequivocally to grow up and trade up to an m5. Then I start enjoying it more than ever cos it's sort of "finished", a touch better than when stock, and I know I won't have it long so need to make the most of it. Changed my mind of course so immediately bought a new set of super sports so I'm commuted And back to the modding nonsense soon I expect. So not much to offer up except a few pics of the old girl posing in charming rural beauty spot.

But wow, the extra grip over my old 255/295 AD08 R's is night and day up front esp when cold (albeit now running 265/30/19 up front). Car feels way more balanced and stable up front in sharp turns/braking than previous

[Limey]

Also worth noting how notably quieter these are than even a new set of the AD08's. Amazing tires/value. Zero rubbing.

[dcpatters]

Limey,

I saw your car last whilst in Mission Viejo, Crown Valley Pkwy. Lovely car.

Sounds cliché, but the M3 shows much better in person, pictures cannot capture the look.

Not sure I'd give it up for an M5, but that's not for me to decide.

[ashtaron14]

I've been using the F80/82 OEM Spec PSS with the BMW Star (255/35/19, 275/35/19), and I think they match well with the car since they were designed to handle the torque of the F80/82. Apparently Michelin has different compounds and tread blocks for different applications/collaborations.

[Limey]

THIS CAR IS NOW FOR SALE. PM for details. Cash buyers only, no contingencies.

For sale in As-Is condition only. Original owner. I absolutely will not part out this car and no you can't just have the blower 😆

2011 custom ordered final iteration of the E90 M3.

Vin: wbspm9c57be699141

Over-maintained, under-driven, never tracked, in immaculate condition, full history, over $50k in upgrades. No expense was spared on this vehicle. Idle control valves and rod bearings replaced prior to supercharger installation, new engine mounts, new tires ETC etc. Available in perfect condition. RWHP = 510 STD (600 crank)
RWTQ = 380 STD (450 crank)

Located in Irvine, CA and available for test drives for serious buyers only.

I don't have to sell this car, it's been my pride and joy and I'll miss it if it sells, so looking for a true enthusiast that appreciates this car "as-is".

Kelly Blue Book approx. private party value = $35,000. All offers over $50k considered.

Factory M3 Sedan Selected Options:

Moonroof
Heated front seats
Carbon Leather interior trim
iPod and USB adapter
Smartphone Integration
BMW Apps
Convenience Package
* Park Distance Control (rear only)
* Anti-theft alarm system
* Comfort Access keyless entry
* Premium Package 3
Competition Package
* Dynamic Damper Control
Premium Package 3
* Interior mirror with compass
* BMW Assist w/enhanced BT & USB
* Power folding auto dimming mirrors
* Power front seats with driver seat memory
* Universal garage-door opener

Exterior
Alpine White
Interior
Silver Novillo Leather

Modifications list:

2011.75 BMW M3 competition package (VIN: wbspm9c57be699141)

30% window tint
BMW carbon fiber wing mirror caps
BMW carbon fiber rear spoiler
UUC short shift kit
BMW Performance steering wheel
RPI air scoops
Macht Schnell cold air intake
Macht Schnell air filter
Macht Schnell 10mm front spacers
BMW F10 Performance shift knob
LeatherZ custom Alcantara shift and brake boot w/LSB stitch
BMW Performance hand brake
Custom interior upholstery in black Napa leather, Black Alcantara and LSB stitch
Autotechnik carbon fiber center console
Autotechnik carbon fiber steering wheel cover
IND gloss black M3 trunk logo
IND keyhole delete
IND gloss black hood vents
IND gloss black kidney grilles
Interior white LED kit
LUX H8 160 angel eyes
GP Thunder corner bulbs
GP Thunder License Plate LED
IND gloss black painted M3 trunk emblem
Yokohama Advan AD08R 265/295
Macht Schnell stud conversion
Project Kicks lug nuts
Full exterior Ceramic Pro 9H Nano-coat
Harrop Supercharger Stage 1
EAS custom coding package
Recaro Profi XL seats
Planted floor mounts
Recaro sliders
IND custom floor mats w/ LSB trim
2015 navigation update
DVD in Motion
Ultimate Clutch Pedal
Custom gloss black painted front bumper lower grille
Remus Sport muffler
Vorsteiner GTS3 Front Bumper
Arkym Aerorace Rear Bumper
Harrop Ultimate Brake Kit-polished raw w/LSB logo and Ceramic Pro 9H coating
Gloss black vinyl roof wrap
Custom painted LSB start button halo
H3R 2.5lb fire extinguisher w/ Speedtactics seat mount
Recaro side mounts
ARP rod bolts & WPC treated rod bearings
UUC polyurethane engine mounts
BMW Enhanced Premium Sound door speaker covers
Turner Test Pipes
Rays G07EX wheelset 19x9.5 et 25 / 19x10.5 et 25

The car has fully history, all work performed by European Auto Source and BBI Autosport. Over $50K in performance and cosmetic upgrades. Just under 54,000 road miles, never tracked. 95% daily driver. No rattles! Minor paint chips on front/rear bumper, immaculate interior. V. small dent on hood barely visible. Ceramic Pro protective clear coat on entire exterior. Car shines even when dirty.

This car is a monster and not for the shy or faint hearted. The exhaust and supercharger sound incredible. Attracts a lot of attention.

[dbsjsu]

Amazing car! Best of luck with the sale!

[ashtaron14]

NNNNOOOOOOOO!!!!!

You're my inspiration

I love you car!

[Limey]

Originally Posted by ashtaron14

NNNNOOOOOOOO!!!!!

You're my inspiration

I love you car!

I'm sorry. Glad I could help though.

[whats77inaname]

Originally Posted by Limey

Also I bought a permanent ink fabric pen to to restore the color on the blue stripe that had got scratched up by my old wedding ring. I just taped off the alcantara, gently sanded down the leather stripe, cleaned it and painted with the fabric pen. It looks amazing, as you can see in the previous pics.

This one?

https://www.amazon.com/Sanford-Sharp...ic+marker+blue

[Limey]

Originally Posted by whats77inaname

This one?

https://www.amazon.com/Sanford-Sharp...ic+marker+blue

https://www.amazon.com/Tulip-Opaque-...er+bright+blue

[whats77inaname]

Originally Posted by Limey

https://www.amazon.com/Tulip-Opaque-...er+bright+blue

Thank you, sir! Good luck w/your sale. You've built a beautiful car

[Limey]

Originally Posted by whats77inaname

Thank you, sir! Good luck w/your sale. You've built a beautiful car

Thank you. I just ordered its successor and I'm out of space, so I'll be kicking the wife's car out on the street at this rate until it sells.

I really tried to like the new M cars. I just couldn't do it.