My Estoril Blue F31

Jimminez · 04-22-2015, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthNJ

Well done! Nice job overall on the setup. I like the look of the matte pieces.

Btw, is this where former Audi owners end up?

Thanks and since Audi dropped their wagon options, yes. If an S4 Avant returns, I may jump ship.

ATLBlue · 04-22-2015, 09:49 PM

Great job on the aero kit

Should definitely stay matte black indeed, both for the looks and practicality. Did you consider non-OEM/replica options?

Jimminez · 04-23-2015, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ATLBlue

Great job on the aero kit

Should definitely stay matte black indeed, both for the looks and practicality. Did you consider non-OEM/replica options?

I didn't really consider non-OEM as it was more convenient to go through the dealer and faster, and get a discount from the parts department. From ordering to installed was less than five days.

tboooe · 04-23-2015, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimminez

Thanks and since Audi dropped their wagon options, yes. If an S4 Avant returns, I may jump ship.

I do admit overall I prefer Audi over BMW though I do really like my GC. The Audi RS3 Sportback would be such a fun car to own! Or how about and RS6 Avant!

Jimminez · 04-23-2015, 09:46 AM

Either would be awesome though the RS3 will likely be a sedan here.

Dante · 04-23-2015, 11:04 AM

Awesome, I really like the aero kit on your car!

NorthNJ · 04-24-2015, 04:50 PM

I would also be driving an S4 Avant if they were available! Had an allroad for a few months and dumped it for the BMW wagon. Happy with the wagon but always looking for more power. lol

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Originally Posted by Jimminez

Thanks and since Audi dropped their wagon options, yes. If an S4 Avant returns, I may jump ship.

tboooe · 04-25-2015, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthNJ

I would also be driving an S4 Avant if they were available! Had an allroad for a few months and dumped it for the BMW wagon. Happy with the wagon but always looking for more power. lol

What didnt you like about the Allroad? There are a few in my neighborhood, lowered with racks on top and they think the look great!

Jimminez · 05-11-2015, 07:42 PM

Haven't done any updates recently but have a few small items waiting to get installed. Thought I'd share a pic taken by a local group member at a meet. Photo credit goes to Barrie Martel.

.BMW. · 05-12-2015, 12:36 AM

Nice shot!

Dante · 05-12-2015, 11:20 AM

Awesome pic!

LordNathanD · 05-27-2015, 12:59 PM

absolutely love your car mate, even more now with the M performance goodies!!

iconoclast · 06-01-2015, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tboooe

I do admit overall I prefer Audi over BMW though I do really like my GC. The Audi RS3 Sportback would be such a fun car to own! Or how about and RS6 Avant!

i've had it with audi... their lack of avant/wagon/touring offerings is upsetting. i have owned several audi vehicles and written countless letters and at this time they have no intention of offering anything but the failroad. the rs3 sportback or rs4 avant would be ideal for me and many others but they feel there is no demand for it in the NAR (i understand it as not enough demand for them to make the venture profitable) but yet MB is able to sell less than 500 e63 wagons over the last four years and they still offer it and if that's not enough you can customize it with designo options.

bi_fll · 06-03-2015, 01:55 AM

great shots

Jimminez · 07-04-2015, 09:51 PM

Few minor cosmetic changes made. Removed badges, swapping out side mirrors to euro blindspot ones, and replaced black center caps with red ones.

A couple of months ago I figured I'd try the AWE exhaust system without the performance mid pipe. With the OEM mid pipe and the AWE exhaust, the note was still much deeper than stock and mainly from the rear of the cabin. I found it a bit too quiet for my liking (though still sounded great) so have since replaced the OEM mid pipe again and am much happier with the sound.

optimaxed · 07-10-2015, 09:37 PM

Great build, love the mods you have done to the Touring.

Whats the latest on your brake upgrade plans ?
Any plans to do something like a Dinan tune ?

Jimminez · 07-11-2015, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by optimaxed

Great build, love the mods you have done to the Touring.

Whats the latest on your brake upgrade plans ?
Any plans to do something like a Dinan tune ?

Thanks. The brake plans are on hold for now and so are any tunes. I think I'm happy with where the car is at now, though I still have to get the ACS spoiler installed and realized I should have capitalized on the car being and the dealer's body shop.

swagon · 07-13-2015, 04:06 AM

A BMW with classic BBS LM wheels will never ever get out of style. Fact.

Your car is the perfect blend between sport and class; OEM+ FTW. So nice that I had to download the last photo and set it as a background wallpaper (if you don't mind).

P.S.: Next time you're installing wheels, align the BBS center cap with the stem valve please.

Jimminez · 07-13-2015, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by swagon

A BMW with classic BBS LM wheels will never ever get out of style. Fact.

Your car is the perfect blend between sport and class; OEM+ FTW. So nice that I had to download the last photo and set it as a background wallpaper (if you don't mind).

P.S.: Next time you're installing wheels, align the BBS center cap with the stem valve please.

Thanks very much.

As for the caps, it was requested when installed and thought there were until I noticed the pic. It's been driving me crazy and will be addressing it once I get the car back.

itrocks4u · 07-13-2015, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimminez

Few minor cosmetic changes made. Removed badges, swapping out side mirrors to euro blindspot ones, and replaced black center caps with red ones.

A couple of months ago I figured I'd try the AWE exhaust system without the performance mid pipe. With the OEM mid pipe and the AWE exhaust, the note was still much deeper than stock and mainly from the rear of the cabin. I found it a bit too quiet for my liking (though still sounded great) so have since replaced the OEM mid pipe again and am much happier with the sound.

Stunning! But have a silly question lol. What cover do you have on top of your license plate both front and rear. And where can I get one?

Jimminez · 07-13-2015, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by itrocks4u

Stunning! But have a silly question lol. What cover do you have on top of your license plate both front and rear. And where can I get one?

Sure. Here are the links to the cover and the frame. Both I purchased from Canadian Tire. I recently switched to the frame from the cover on the rear due to getting a written warning for using the plate cover, as they are illegal in Ontario (be forewarned). I've used them on various vehicles over the last 10 years or so and only have been stopped twice and both time by local police while the OPP don't seem to care. This time since it was a local patrol guy near work and would say my vehicle is pretty recognizable, I didn't feel like dealing with getting a $150 ticket.

Smoke plastic guard

Slim black frame

Johnny250 · 07-13-2015, 02:39 PM

your car is amazing! i am looking into an F31 myself, somehow the BMWUSA website doesn't include estoril as an option anymore

. I was wondering about the aero kit, is it the same parts as the F30 aero kit? (front, sides, and rear). I'm thinking about purchasing a sportsline used then just ordering the kit through getbmwparts.com and installing it myself.

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ATLBlue Car OCD 263 Rep 595 Posts Drives: 2017 EBII F36 430d M Sport Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Belgium, USA... behind the wheel iTrader: (0)	Great job on the aero kit Should definitely stay matte black indeed, both for the looks and practicality. Did you consider non-OEM/replica options? __________________ 2017 BMW F36 430D M Sport Estoril Blue, 2002 E46 M3 Imola Red & 2006 Porsche Cayman S Artic Silver More about my ride @ ATLBlue's 2014 F30 Journal. Instagram Inline6_ATL
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Jimminez Captain 179 Rep 713 Posts Drives: 2014 F31 M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (1)	Either would be awesome though the RS3 will likely be a sedan here. __________________ Martin Past - F31 M Sport Estoril Blue - Thread - Pic Current - 2021 Audi RS6 Avant
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Dante Enthusiast 468 Rep 1,791 Posts Drives: F87 M2 / F31 330d Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bavaria iTrader: (0) Garage List 2004 E46 BMW M3 [0.00] 2017 F87 BMW M2 [10.00] 2013 F31 330d Touring [9.50] 2009 E89 Z4 Sdrive 30i [9.00] 1989 E30 320is 2-door [10.00] 1986 E28 M535i [9.00]	Awesome, I really like the aero kit on your car!
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Jimminez Captain 179 Rep 713 Posts Drives: 2014 F31 M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (1)	Haven't done any updates recently but have a few small items waiting to get installed. Thought I'd share a pic taken by a local group member at a meet. Photo credit goes to Barrie Martel. __________________ Martin Past - F31 M Sport Estoril Blue - Thread - Pic Current - 2021 Audi RS6 Avant
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Dante Enthusiast 468 Rep 1,791 Posts Drives: F87 M2 / F31 330d Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bavaria iTrader: (0) Garage List 2004 E46 BMW M3 [0.00] 2017 F87 BMW M2 [10.00] 2013 F31 330d Touring [9.50] 2009 E89 Z4 Sdrive 30i [9.00] 1989 E30 320is 2-door [10.00] 1986 E28 M535i [9.00]	Awesome pic! __________________ 2017 F87 ///M2, Long Beach Blue, 6MT 2013 F31 330d Touring, ///M-Sport, Alpine White, Alcantara/Cloth, 19" Style M403, 8AT 2009 E89 Z4 SDrive 30i, Titanium Silver, Coral Red Leather, 19" Style 296, 6MT 1989 E30 320is, ///M-Technik II, S14 Engine, Sterling Silver, Black Leather, 16" BBS RS 003, 5MT 1986 E28 ///M535i, Agate Green, Pine Green Velours, 16" ALPINA, 5MT
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Jimminez Captain 179 Rep 713 Posts Drives: 2014 F31 M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (1)	Few minor cosmetic changes made. Removed badges, swapping out side mirrors to euro blindspot ones, and replaced black center caps with red ones. A couple of months ago I figured I'd try the AWE exhaust system without the performance mid pipe. With the OEM mid pipe and the AWE exhaust, the note was still much deeper than stock and mainly from the rear of the cabin. I found it a bit too quiet for my liking (though still sounded great) so have since replaced the OEM mid pipe again and am much happier with the sound. __________________ Martin Past - F31 M Sport Estoril Blue - Thread - Pic Current - 2021 Audi RS6 Avant
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optimaxed Second Lieutenant 39 Rep 235 Posts Drives: M340i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Home iTrader: (0)	Great build, love the mods you have done to the Touring. Whats the latest on your brake upgrade plans ? Any plans to do something like a Dinan tune ?
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swagon Major General 13518 Rep 8,163 Posts Drives: F80 6MT Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: . iTrader: (0)	A BMW with classic BBS LM wheels will never ever get out of style. Fact. Your car is the perfect blend between sport and class; OEM+ FTW. So nice that I had to download the last photo and set it as a background wallpaper (if you don't mind). P.S.: Next time you're installing wheels, align the BBS center cap with the stem valve please. __________________
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Johnny250 Colonel 1044 Rep 2,152 Posts Drives: 328d Wagon Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (38)	your car is amazing! i am looking into an F31 myself, somehow the BMWUSA website doesn't include estoril as an option anymore . I was wondering about the aero kit, is it the same parts as the F30 aero kit? (front, sides, and rear). I'm thinking about purchasing a sportsline used then just ordering the kit through getbmwparts.com and installing it myself.
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