best source for color matched front reflectors?

BMW DIY Guy · 02-23-2017, 12:20 PM

Hey yall, I would love to dump the egg yellow reflectors on my F32, like I have done on other models previously.

Any suggestions for best source? I am surprised by the cost ($100) just for fronts from a major vendor.

Thanks!

BMW DIY Guy · 02-23-2017, 12:32 PM

EAS looks the way to go, also at $85, but thought I would check before I pull that trigger. 8)

JaredG_F30 · 02-28-2017, 06:57 PM

Damn!! $85 for two pieces of plastic. How about getting color matched paint in an aerosol can, popping the reflectors off, prime and paint then pop them back on?

I'm thinking about doing this as the orange reflectors really stand out on BSM

rkavanau · 02-28-2017, 07:28 PM

I ordered front and rear from jbspeed and they were perfect. I think it was around $150 for both.

BEM-S4 · 03-01-2017, 11:15 AM

IND

wdeerfield · 03-01-2017, 08:14 PM

ebay for $59

ronanz · 03-01-2017, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

IND

+2 for IND...perfect color match

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Delete1 · 03-02-2017, 10:48 AM

get yourself a aerosol can matching ur cars paint... like 20 bucks!

BMW DIY Guy · 03-02-2017, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by ronanz

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

IND

+2 for IND...perfect color match

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Ind?

John in VA · 03-02-2017, 08:57 PM

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/cate...ont-reflectors

BMW DIY Guy · 03-08-2017, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ronanz

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

IND

+2 for IND...perfect color match

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Ind?

Busa1 · 03-09-2017, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by raichean

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Originally Posted by ronanz

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

IND

+2 for IND...perfect color match

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Ind?

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/

Speed-NYC · 03-11-2017, 12:10 AM

Just to add on to this, I saw that EAS and IND do not have special colors like Tanzanite so I emailed JBSpeed and they said they would do them for the same price as the regular colors.

How good the color match is will be a gamble but at least its not a lot of money.

SoCal_NSX · 03-25-2018, 10:02 PM

Can always save a ton of money and just get these ones that go well with just about every color car for $22 shipped from eBay.

Just did mine the other day and couldn't be happier with the results...going to take my old ones and just paint them white and switch it up once in awhile to change it up now and then.

IK6SPEED · 03-25-2018, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by JaredG_F30

Damn!! $85 for two pieces of plastic. How about getting color matched paint in an aerosol can, popping the reflectors off, prime and paint then pop them back on?

I'm thinking about doing this as the orange reflectors really stand out on BSM

And you think BSM will match out of a spray can

classyfast · 03-26-2018, 01:38 AM

When I bought my 2014 335, I basically did the whole transaction online, then had the car shipped to me from upstate Ny to CT. When I got it the front bumper was a mess, tires hadn't been replaced and wheels were chipped up. Was supposed to be a CPO and obviously reconditioned. Sent the car back, they brought me a loaner and I had them respray the bumper but also paint the reflectors BSM as well. Best thing I ever did! Lol. Came out great, so if I were you OP, pop yours out and have them painted or pay the BMW rape tax from one these so called forum-friendly vendors and get a good match.

vooonoo · 03-26-2018, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by IK6SPEED

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Originally Posted by JaredG_F30

Damn!! $85 for two pieces of plastic. How about getting color matched paint in an aerosol can, popping the reflectors off, prime and paint then pop them back on?

I'm thinking about doing this as the orange reflectors really stand out on BSM

And you think BSM will match out of a spray can

He's gonna need two different color cans to get it perfectly tho!

omgthedonny · 03-26-2018, 02:21 PM

I just purchased the Ebay ones for 30$, I'll post a pic when I get them. The only problem is im not 100% sure I got the right ones.

I see some that say "Base Bumper" and some that say "Sports Bumper" and I am not sure the difference. The pictures on EBAY look exactly same for each AD.

I have a 340i Msport so I'm not sure if the ones I ordered are the correct ones. :|

omgthedonny · 03-26-2018, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal_NSX

Can always save a ton of money and just get these ones that go well with just about every color car for $22 shipped from eBay.

Just did mine the other day and couldn't be happier with the results...going to take my old ones and just paint them white and switch it up once in awhile to change it up now and then.

Can you PM/DM me the link for those? they look like they would be the correct ones for my car.

IK6SPEED · 03-27-2018, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by omgthedonny

I just purchased the Ebay ones for 30$, I'll post a pic when I get them. The only problem is im not 100% sure I got the right ones.

I see some that say "Base Bumper" and some that say "Sports Bumper" and I am not sure the difference. The pictures on EBAY look exactly same for each AD.

I have a 340i Msport so I'm not sure if the ones I ordered are the correct ones. :|

Well, do you have an M Sport Bumper or another Bumper?

If you don’t know, post your the last 7 of your VIN.

EDIT: You have a MSport Bumper

It appears you have a BSM. If so the metallic pattern and amount of is critical to match. If it is jet black, easier to match.

So, why do you have EV Charger on Wall?

louielouie · 03-27-2018, 09:24 PM

IND.

I'd go with body color painted reflectors. It's definitely worth it to me as everything else just ruins the aesthetic flow of the fender.

thatf30 · 03-27-2018, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by IK6SPEED

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Originally Posted by omgthedonny

I just purchased the Ebay ones for 30$, I'll post a pic when I get them. The only problem is im not 100% sure I got the right ones.

I see some that say "Base Bumper" and some that say "Sports Bumper" and I am not sure the difference. The pictures on EBAY look exactly same for each AD.

I have a 340i Msport so I'm not sure if the ones I ordered are the correct ones. :|

Well, do you have an M Sport Bumper or another Bumper?

If you don’t know, post your the last 7 of your VIN.

EDIT: You have a MSport Bumper

It appears you have a BSM. If so the metallic pattern and amount of is critical to match. If it is jet black, easier to match.

So, why do you have EV Charger on Wall?

In reference to the EV Charger. The picture appears to be from the dealership. I recognize the floor tiles lol. And the display case on the wall gives it away too.

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omgthedonny Private 29 Rep 86 Posts Drives: 2024 M340iX Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: So-Cal iTrader: (0)	I just purchased the Ebay ones for 30$, I'll post a pic when I get them. The only problem is im not 100% sure I got the right ones. I see some that say "Base Bumper" and some that say "Sports Bumper" and I am not sure the difference. The pictures on EBAY look exactly same for each AD. I have a 340i Msport so I'm not sure if the ones I ordered are the correct ones. :\| __________________ 2017 - 340i M-Sport/Shadow w/ MPPSK / AFP Intake / Black MSport Wheels Last edited by omgthedonny; 03-26-2018 at 02:26 PM..
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