[knightsabers]

Re-installed the M Performance Carbon Fiber Rear Spoiler.

The previous one was raising causing a gap between the contact. So had to get it replaced.

Definitely needs a drop, going to install the B14 PSS after the Steering wheel. 4 Finger gap with the low profile tyres.

[knightsabers]

Just received the M Performance steering wheel.

[Aapparition90]

Get it installed before the long weekend

[GOLFFRR]

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

Get it installed before the long weekend

Hopefully, I can get it installed soon. Eager to get my hands on a much sportier steering wheel. It certainly feels a lot thicker & is easier to grasp. The alcantara might take some getting used to though.

[HFW003]

What do you mean hopefully mate!

Its a 10 minute job, get that bad boy on

[AMJAM]

Drive up to H's place he will do it for you lol

[HFW003]

Of course I would, more than happy to.

[cartaa100]

Awesome improvements mate!

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by HFW003

Of course I would, more than happy to.

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Thanks for the offer H, I've had Stu@BMRautowerkes help with the install.

Originally Posted by cartaa100

Awesome improvements mate!

Thanks.

[Aapparition90]

hey Ks just saw the updated pics with steering in op looking good, do you know if you can have the cf paddleshifters without changing the steering ( I am a sucker for the red stitching on mine )

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

hey Ks just saw the updated pics with steering in op looking good, do you know if you can have the cf paddleshifters without changing the steering ( I am a sucker for the red stitching on mine )

I've seen a CF Paddle Shifter for the F30 on a site. Theoretically they can be replaced without upgrading the steering wheel. Should be a plug and play.
The new steering wheel feels great and looks sporty.

[cruvon]

You are on a roll mate, beautiful mods!

[Aapparition90]

hey ks have you considered the hk soundsystem retrofit from elebest or is that too complex.

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

hey ks have you considered the hk soundsystem retrofit from elebest or is that too complex.

Yep, definitely considered getting Harman Kardon from Elebest, I checked on a few other sites as well: Pasco-HK & Getbmwparts. During my service a few days ago, I attempted to obtain a quote from a Service Advisor @ Trivet Classic BMW who said it was not possible to install it after factory.

I'll probably get it after a few more mods & have it installed by audio installer as I feel it looks quite complex.

[Aapparition90]

yeah no way bmw will do it ... would have to look at some car audio specific shop. I was there yesterday they had a nice 435i grancoupe there in black.

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

yeah no way bmw will do it ... would have to look at some car audio specific shop. I was there yesterday they had a nice 435i grancoupe there in black.

Most likely, BMW would never do an after factory install to avoid warranty claims. Probably sometime in the future, I'll source the kit from Elebest and get a local audio shop to install it.

Parked next to a 435i & M6 and noticed a Gold Rolls Royce Phantom parked in staff parking.

[AMJAM]

Originally Posted by knightsabers

Yep, definitely considered getting Harman Kardon from Elebest, I checked on a few other sites as well: Pasco-HK & Getbmwparts. During my service a few days ago, I attempted to obtain a quote from a Service Advisor @ Trivet Classic BMW who said it was not possible to install it after factory.

I'll probably get it after a few more mods & have it installed by audio installer as I feel it looks quite complex.

It's a little more than complex it's a whole different wiring loom I believe. Your best option is the bav sound upgrade and waiting for the ghost sub when they release it

[Hongkie-Ken]

Hi Knightsabers,

Steering wheel is on my wishlist too!! too bad they are so damn expensive!!

Does the steering wheel come with airbag? Or would you need to pull the old airbag out of the old steering wheel and fit it into the new one?

Is installation a costly exercise?

Thanks!

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by Hongkie-Ken

Hi Knightsabers,

Steering wheel is on my wishlist too!! too bad they are so damn expensive!!

Does the steering wheel come with airbag? Or would you need to pull the old airbag out of the old steering wheel and fit it into the new one?

Is installation a costly exercise?

Thanks!

I agree, $1000 for a steering wheel is quite expensive but it visually it looks and feels great. There's also a Electronic version with shifter lights for $2000.

The steering wheel doesn't come with an airbag, the old one is compatible with new steering wheel. There are two variants of the M Performance steering wheel, one for round airbags and the other for square airbags.

The installation was roughly $90.

[knightsabers]

Originally Posted by AMJAM

It's a little more than complex it's a whole different wiring loom I believe. Your best option is the bav sound upgrade and waiting for the ghost sub when they release it

Bav Sound upgrade looks quite enticing for a plug and play install. Most likely it requires a new wiring loom is required for HK audio, also configs to the NBT unit as well.

[Monkey Punk]

Originally Posted by knightsabers

I've seen a CF Paddle Shifter for the F30 on a site. Theoretically they can be replaced without upgrading the steering wheel. Should be a plug and play.
The new steering wheel feels great and looks sporty.

I checked ou that Robson Designs site....crazy prices WITH 1 for 1 exchange? I guess I would have to garage my car for a while whilst I waited for the new steering wheel. Getbmwparts.com have some good steering wheels for less $$$. Alcantara to boot!