First mod for your M3 (planned or already done, even if you don't have an M3 yet)?

masmole · 11-17-2008, 01:35 PM

Not counting minor and more basic stuff like clear bra and tints. I'm talking first somewhat major mod $1k+.

I know many here including those that don't even have their cars yet are maintaining some kind of mod list whether it's on paper or etched in your brain.

So what's most important to you to warrant doing it first?

HotLap · 11-17-2008, 02:03 PM

Oops...only $300.00 but my first was the JLevi trunk lip (spoiler) for my convertible....very similar to what comes on the coupe.

Next will be exhaust - I really need to hear some of them in person 1st though as I don't want to "guess" at the sound I'm going to end up with.

SS32 · 11-17-2008, 02:05 PM

First mod was painted reflectors. Although, I bought a Blinder M45 for it before I took delivery, but it still hasn't been installed.

MMMorish · 11-17-2008, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by masmole

Not counting minor and more basic stuff like clear bra and tints. I'm talking first somewhat major mod $1k+.

Not for anything, but I wouldn't go so far as saying that clear bra and tint are minor or basic stuff. I don't know of many guys on this forum that got away with doing a quality clear bra of tint for less than $1000.00.

jaay11 · 11-17-2008, 02:18 PM

clear bra hands down. If the car looks like crap (dings, chips, scratches, etc), I don't care what you do or add to it....it still looks like crap.

masmole · 11-17-2008, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by MMMorish

Not for anything, but I wouldn't go so far as saying that clear bra and tint are minor or basic stuff. I don't know of many guys on this forum that got away with doing a quality clear bra of tint for less than $1000.00.

The only reason I don't consider clear bras as a real mod is because it's neither for performance nor looks since it's meant to be "invisible" and many dealers offer to do it even before you drive the car home. And while I agree a quality clear-bra application can cost $1k give or take, if anyone is spending $1k on tints alone then I have some ultra-premium blinker fluid I would like to sell them

chompino · 11-17-2008, 02:29 PM

My eisenmann exhaust was the first major mod after the other little things like clear bra, tint, reflectors, grill, etc. All of my other mods came pretty fast after though.

DakarE36 · 11-17-2008, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by chompino

My eisenmann exhaust was the first major mod after the other little things like clear bra, tint, reflectors, grill, etc. All of my other mods came pretty fast after though.

My one real dream mod, well that and the bmw performance steering wheel,
( The steering wheel)that thing is just enzo'esque.

eprangia · 11-17-2008, 11:26 PM

Was going to do flat black front grills and painted side markers on the front bumper... but dealer problem and no more M3...

So I have grills and reflectors and dont need them anymore...

any takers?

watrob · 11-17-2008, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by eprangia

Was going to do flat black front grills and painted side markers on the front bumper... but dealer problem and no more M3...

So I have grills and reflectors and dont need them anymore...

any takers?

Man, you could probably get a better deal now, end up all your mods would be free!

masmole · 11-18-2008, 02:09 PM

Not surprising, but very interesting how exhaust mods has dominated this poll by such a lopsided margin. I mean, it's not that the stock exhaust sounds bad, it actually sounds very good. And it's not exactly too quiet... ok well maybe quiet from the driver's seat with the windows up, but the stock exhaust certainly sounds loud and menacing from the perspective of a pedestrian.

Deda · 11-18-2008, 04:29 PM

wheels!

duyh · 11-18-2008, 04:36 PM

hopefully getting mine by summer and the first thing i plan to do to it is a remus race exhaust. after that a vorsteiner front lip. then the 1 sided c/f vorsteiner trunk. and if i really got the money some 20 inch bbs lm-r in diamond black

Great White · 11-18-2008, 04:55 PM

I got my a clear bra on the complete front of the car and mabye this would be considered a mod: tinted rear and sides ?

jbrucebmw · 11-18-2008, 05:08 PM

Very first mod was painted reflectors. I almost don't consider it a mod. Its returning the car back to its unmolested and original design intent. DOT amber reflectors are tyranny!

Sticky · 11-19-2008, 04:21 AM

Those of you with kids, this should be your first mod: http://www.autoblog.com/2008/11/18/c...junior-secure/

aznrr · 11-19-2008, 04:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eprangia

Was going to do flat black front grills and painted side markers on the front bumper... but dealer problem and no more M3...

So I have grills and reflectors and dont need them anymore...

any takers?

can you pm me the price for the grill. and what color is the markers

wasserinc · 11-19-2008, 06:27 AM

First mod was yesterday...just tint...but its a start! Only 900 miles until 1200!

skierman64 · 11-19-2008, 09:17 PM

I added the Euro light switch which give me rear fog lights. It's been about 70% effective in getting tailgaters off my ass.

Sticky · 11-19-2008, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by skierman64

I added the Euro light switch which give me rear fog lights. It's been about 70% effective in getting tailgaters off my ass.

Where do you get this?

gemini330zhp · 11-19-2008, 11:55 PM

First mod I did is the MAtte Black Grilles on my Jet Black CAR!!!

DICKER 1 · 11-20-2008, 12:41 PM

Typically,

Non performance items are not considered a Modification

View Poll Results: First mod for your M3 (planned or already done. even if you don't have an M3 yet)?
Exhaust (muffler, catback or full)	20	23.53%
Wheels/Tires	11	12.94%
Suspension (springs, coilovers, fully adjustables)	8	9.41%
Brakes (pads or the whole system)	0	0%
ECU Tune or other engine compartment (intake, pulleys, etc)	4	4.71%
Interior (steering wheels, seats, shift knobs, trim, etc)	0	0%
Exterior cosmetic/aero (diffuser panels, bumpers, hoods, bootlids, etc)	15	17.65%
Electronics/Entertainments/Audio system/subwoofer, etc	0	0%
Other (not mentioned)	4	4.71%
I'm doing many mods or everything at once. Instant gratification FTW!	1	1.18%
Keeping everything stock (at least for a while).	22	25.88%
Voters: 85. You may not vote on this poll

11-17-2008, 01:35 PM	#1
masmole Captain 266 Rep 770 Posts Drives: blue, gray, brown cars Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	First mod for your M3 (planned or already done, even if you don't have an M3 yet)? Not counting minor and more basic stuff like clear bra and tints. I'm talking first somewhat major mod $1k+. I know many here including those that don't even have their cars yet are maintaining some kind of mod list whether it's on paper or etched in your brain. So what's most important to you to warrant doing it first? __________________ 2021 A6 Allroad, 2020 SQ7, 2019 M5 Comp, 2011 GT3 past: A4, S4, X5 4.8is, SLK55, E60 M5, RS4, ML63, E92 M3, Q5, Touareg TDI, Escalade, SQ5, RS7, Velar FE, Q7
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11-17-2008, 02:03 PM	#2
HotLap First Lieutenant 13 Rep 376 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 Vert / 535i Twin turbo Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Oops...only $300.00 but my first was the JLevi trunk lip (spoiler) for my convertible....very similar to what comes on the coupe. Next will be exhaust - I really need to hear some of them in person 1st though as I don't want to "guess" at the sound I'm going to end up with. __________________ M3 ...the ultimate driving machine 2008 M3 6MT Cabrio, Jerez Black w/ Bamboo Beige interior, Tech/Preimum Packages, I-Pod, SAT/HD Radio, 19" MWheels 2008 535i tt, 6MT, Monaco Blue w/ Cream Beige interior, Preimim/Cold Weather/Sport Packages, HUD, HD Radio, etc.
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11-17-2008, 02:05 PM	#3
SS32 Major 156 Rep 1,429 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC iTrader: (0)	First mod was painted reflectors. Although, I bought a Blinder M45 for it before I took delivery, but it still hasn't been installed. __________________ V1 DIY - Blinder M45 DIY - Exhaust Cutouts - Removed Clutch Pedal Spring DIY - Fiamm Air Horns
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11-17-2008, 02:18 PM	#5
jaay11 Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 279 Posts Drives: 2012 550i Dinan 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: LA iTrader: (0)	clear bra hands down. If the car looks like crap (dings, chips, scratches, etc), I don't care what you do or add to it....it still looks like crap.
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11-17-2008, 02:29 PM	#7
chompino First Lieutenant 50 Rep 372 Posts Drives: 08 AW M3 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Santa Monica, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 M3 [0.00]	My eisenmann exhaust was the first major mod after the other little things like clear bra, tint, reflectors, grill, etc. All of my other mods came pretty fast after though.
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11-17-2008, 11:26 PM	#9
eprangia New Member 2 Rep 15 Posts Drives: '08 Lotus Exige S240 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Northern NJ iTrader: (0)	Was going to do flat black front grills and painted side markers on the front bumper... but dealer problem and no more M3... So I have grills and reflectors and dont need them anymore... any takers?
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11-18-2008, 02:09 PM	#11
masmole Captain 266 Rep 770 Posts Drives: blue, gray, brown cars Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Not surprising, but very interesting how exhaust mods has dominated this poll by such a lopsided margin. I mean, it's not that the stock exhaust sounds bad, it actually sounds very good. And it's not exactly too quiet... ok well maybe quiet from the driver's seat with the windows up, but the stock exhaust certainly sounds loud and menacing from the perspective of a pedestrian. __________________ 2021 A6 Allroad, 2020 SQ7, 2019 M5 Comp, 2011 GT3 past: A4, S4, X5 4.8is, SLK55, E60 M5, RS4, ML63, E92 M3, Q5, Touareg TDI, Escalade, SQ5, RS7, Velar FE, Q7
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11-18-2008, 04:29 PM	#12
Deda Major General 564 Rep 7,034 Posts Drives: BMW M5 comp Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Croatia iTrader: (0)	wheels!
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11-18-2008, 04:36 PM	#13
duyh Team Blop 88 Rep 602 Posts Drives: X5M & 13 E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Blop HQ, WA iTrader: (1)	hopefully getting mine by summer and the first thing i plan to do to it is a remus race exhaust. after that a vorsteiner front lip. then the 1 sided c/f vorsteiner trunk. and if i really got the money some 20 inch bbs lm-r in diamond black
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11-18-2008, 04:55 PM	#14
Great White Second Lieutenant 39 Rep 259 Posts Drives: BMW M3 E92 DCT AW/PS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Between Autobahn country & Swiss chocolates iTrader: (0) Garage List 2000 M5 E39 [10.00] 2008 M3 E92 [0.00] 2002 318i Compact [0.00]	I got my a clear bra on the complete front of the car and mabye this would be considered a mod: tinted rear and sides ? __________________
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11-18-2008, 05:08 PM	#15
jbrucebmw jbrucebmw 10 Rep 159 Posts Drives: 09 M5 95 M3 85 M635CSi... Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Angeles \| Newport Beach iTrader: (0)	Very first mod was painted reflectors. I almost don't consider it a mod. Its returning the car back to its unmolested and original design intent. DOT amber reflectors are tyranny! __________________ jbrucebmw BMW CCA LA & GGC 09 M5 \| 08 E90 M3 \| 95 M3 3.2 \| 85 M635CSi \| 73 2002tii
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11-19-2008, 04:21 AM	#16
Sticky Banned 78 Rep 2,244 Posts Drives: E92 Jerez DCT M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Anaheim Hills / Malibu iTrader: (0)	Those of you with kids, this should be your first mod: http://www.autoblog.com/2008/11/18/c...junior-secure/
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11-19-2008, 06:27 AM	#18
wasserinc Wasser-Inc 3 Rep 38 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NOVA iTrader: (1)	First mod was yesterday...just tint...but its a start! Only 900 miles until 1200!
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11-19-2008, 09:17 PM	#19
skierman64 Brigadier General 127 Rep 3,071 Posts Drives: E92M3-E46M3-E46Wagon-E89Z4-E36 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Greater St Louis Metro area iTrader: (1) Garage List 1994 325is Race Car [0.00] 2011 BMW Z4 [0.00] 1998 M3 Coupe [0.00] 2008 M3 Coupe [0.00]	I added the Euro light switch which give me rear fog lights. It's been about 70% effective in getting tailgaters off my ass. __________________ Invest Wisely...The best mod for your money?? BMWCCA high performance driver's school. The mod that lasts a lifetime and improves the performance of any car you drive[/LEFT]
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11-19-2008, 11:55 PM	#21
gemini330zhp Major 34 Rep 1,180 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 E90 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: BergenCo NewJersey iTrader: (0)	First mod I did is the MAtte Black Grilles on my Jet Black CAR!!! __________________ 2008 Jet Black E90 M3 6SPD no sunroof and 18s to my specs
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11-20-2008, 12:41 PM	#22
DICKER 1 That Dr. DICKER to You 4 Rep 141 Posts Drives: 11.5ZCP Coupe'/ /Ducati's Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Warm & Wett Newport Coast iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 m3 [0.00]	Typically, Non performance items are not considered a Modification
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