[F30Unit]

Hey Yall,

Considering I probably wont be tuning my 320i till after the warranty is done, I wanted to take your input on what cosmetic changes to go with.

Im not trying to turn it into an M3 replica just want to give it a meaner look and have it stand out especially with the glacier silver paint.

* I already added the bmw projectors and the ambient lighting strips which are hands down a must imo

What I have in mind (in order roughly):
- Wrapping grey interior (might go matte black or carbon, throw in other ideas)
- M mirrors (only part I promises lol) and sequential turn signal
- Side skirts (have nothing particular in mind, any links would be helpful)
- New wheels definitely, looking for under $1,000
- Coilovers (or other to lower the car)

After warranty
- BM3 stage 1
- Downpipe
- Halogen to Xenon* retrofit


Would love to hear your opinions and setups

[cray101]

You're on the right path. Im also glacier silver base model (Pre LCI). The first exterior mods I did were performance style spoiler, swapping chrome surround kidney grilles for gloss black and swapping mirror covers for non M sport style carbon fiber covers. Those 3 pieces can be had for relatively cheap, easy to install, and make a pretty big difference in the look.

Other things to consider:
-Form fitting floor mats
-Illumintated LCI style radio trim (if Pre LCI)
-DEPO LCI style tail lights (if Pre LCI)

EDIT: If looking for a good deal on wheels, I believe there is currently a group buy going on for Apex EC-7 and ARC-8. Check the sponsor classifieds here. I got in on this same buy last year and picked up the EC-7s for $200 off MSRP.

[thompsac25]

Msport bumpers make a HUGE difference in the appearance. Much more aggressive.
Additionally, some color matched bumper reflectors, spoiler, diffuser, front lip, Blackline Tail lights just to name a few.

Check out my YouTube channel. I bought an F30 335i last summer and have been doing little cosmetic mods since purchase. Lots of DIY content. Maybe it will give you some additional ideas!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK6..._as=subscriber

[F30Unit]

Originally Posted by cray101

You're on the right path. Im also glacier silver base model (Pre LCI). The first exterior mods I did were performance style spoiler, swapping chrome surround kidney grilles for gloss black and swapping mirror covers for non M sport style carbon fiber covers. Those 3 pieces can be had for relatively cheap, easy to install, and make a pretty big difference in the look.

Other things to consider:
-Form fitting floor mats
-Illumintated LCI style radio trim (if Pre LCI)
-DEPO LCI style tail lights (if Pre LCI)

EDIT: If looking for a good deal on wheels, I believe there is currently a group buy going on for Apex EC-7 and ARC-8. Check the sponsor classifieds here. I got in on this same buy last year and picked up the EC-7s for $200 off MSRP.

Thanks for your tips, yeah I feel it can have a sick look with some mods stock with this color mainly seems bland. Luckily got the LCI upgrade so I have the taillight but halogens upfront. Also got lucky and car came with black front grill, makes a huge difference.

The lip spoiler definitely, should do thanks for reminding me on that, and the M front bumper seems to be pretty favored on this forum.

[F30Unit]

Originally Posted by thompsac25

Msport bumpers make a HUGE difference in the appearance. Much more aggressive.
Additionally, some color matched bumper reflectors, spoiler, diffuser, front lip, Blackline Tail lights just to name a few.

Check out my YouTube channel. I bought an F30 335i last summer and have been doing little cosmetic mods since purchase. Lots of DIY content. Maybe it will give you some additional ideas!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK6..._as=subscriber

Awesome thanks for the reply. M front bumper looks really good and will end up
gtting it at some point.

Diffuser and front lip seem more doable, and definitely gotta change the rims.

Any experience with wheel spacers? For a more aggressive stance? Since the car isn't really quick I'd rather it look nice 😅

[thompsac25]

Originally Posted by superchargedturbo

Awesome thanks for the reply. M front bumper looks really good and will end up
gtting it at some point.

Diffuser and front lip seem more doable, and definitely gotta change the rims.

Any experience with wheel spacers? For a more aggressive stance? Since the car isn't really quick I'd rather it look nice 😅

Nothing wrong with looking nice! Speed isnt everything!
Yep! Ive had multiple sets of wheel spacers in my day. I don't have any specifically on my F30, but I do have some on my M3. I'm not sure what most people run on the F30 - kind of depends on what your wheel/tire setup is. If you plan to buy aftermarket wheels/tires, get proper sizes so that you dont have to buy spacers