my 535GT

ksquare · 05-20-2010, 09:28 PM

Finally got my car on Monday. Had new shoes on as well.

Car with stock 18" 234 and new 20" shoes from Breyton

cotechia · 05-21-2010, 02:55 AM

Amazing!

Send more pics, from the interior etc

And what about a initial report ? :-)

ksquare · 05-21-2010, 05:52 AM

haven't got to wash the car and give it the zaino treatment. will definitely post more when its done.

interior is ivory white / black combo with anthracite ash grain trim. Luv this combo. only worry is maintenance.

initial impression is that the 20" non-runflat pzero is not as comfortable as the stock 18" runflat conti3. with the pzero, there is more vibration feedback on the steering and more road noise. Can certainly feel the bumps/uneven roads more than the 18". i have to say i am impressed with the latest version of the runflats. miles better than those in my e90 i have been driving for the past 4 years.

Having said this, the ride on the 20" pzero is still very comfortable, be it in normal or sports mode. in everyday relaxed driving, normal mode suits fine and feels luxurious. but when you want to do quick overtake or have a more responsive drive, a simple push to sports does the trick. Prefer this than shifting the stick to DS.

Very very different car compared to my previous e90.

All in, wife happy, little girl happy and me happy as well. Many people may slam the look of this car, but i love it and serves my needs more than other cars.

new shoes are only the beginning of my gt's transformation. Much more to come.....

car_fan · 05-21-2010, 06:54 PM

I concur very nice! Yep, I know what you mean about Zaino- building up the wax for protection and equally important - Depth/Shine. Wish I had more hands so I could give it 4 thumbs up - LOL

Eddie Reed · 05-22-2010, 03:31 PM

You met criteria number one. Keep the wife happy, and she keeps you happy.

Quote - "All in, wife happy, little girl happy and me happy as well. Many people may slam the look of this car, but i love it and serves my needs more than other cars."

Car is Sweet.

SuiDO · 06-15-2010, 02:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ksquare

haven't got to wash the car and give it the zaino treatment. will definitely post more when its done.

interior is ivory white / black combo with anthracite ash grain trim. Luv this combo. only worry is maintenance.

initial impression is that the 20" non-runflat pzero is not as comfortable as the stock 18" runflat conti3. with the pzero, there is more vibration feedback on the steering and more road noise. Can certainly feel the bumps/uneven roads more than the 18". i have to say i am impressed with the latest version of the runflats. miles better than those in my e90 i have been driving for the past 4 years.

Having said this, the ride on the 20" pzero is still very comfortable, be it in normal or sports mode. in everyday relaxed driving, normal mode suits fine and feels luxurious. but when you want to do quick overtake or have a more responsive drive, a simple push to sports does the trick. Prefer this than shifting the stick to DS.

Very very different car compared to my previous e90.

All in, wife happy, little girl happy and me happy as well. Many people may slam the look of this car, but i love it and serves my needs more than other cars.

new shoes are only the beginning of my gt's transformation. Much more to come.....

Does your 535GT come with voice command in the package?

ksquare · 12-24-2010, 09:26 AM

Just changed my suspension to AC Springs.

Exactly the way i want it. a slight drop (about 1 inch) and better handling!

some before and after shots.

ksquare · 12-24-2010, 09:38 AM

Sorry not good at making comparison and using a different camera for the latest post change to AC springs. Hope this works better.

The one on the left (or the first one is before the drop)

ksquare · 12-24-2010, 09:40 AM

A close up of the wheels.

bimmer man · 12-24-2010, 10:49 AM

nice. is it 19" or 20"

ksquare · 12-24-2010, 11:16 PM

20"

raychkg · 01-08-2011, 10:52 AM

very tempting....

ksquare · 01-10-2011, 08:47 PM

Ray,

You have switched to the GT as well? Congrats. Whats your combination?

raychkg · 01-19-2011, 10:13 AM

Yes, mine is 535i GT / Neptune Blue / Grey Leather / Fineline Trim / Rear Side Sunblinds

Driven that for 9 months already & really love it!!

ksquare · 01-20-2011, 12:13 AM

good on you. You ordered the rear side sunblinds.

i was too lazy to order as i would have to wait for a few months. i just took one that was already on its way to HK.

Any pictures?

raychkg · 01-20-2011, 09:45 AM

It took me 7 months waiting, cos I wanted it to be manufactured in Jan 10, instead of Dec 09. Will take some pics this weekend & post here.....

TobyT · 05-02-2011, 12:18 PM

Every time I see a GT with 20" wheels I feel the need to replace my 19".

KL535 · 07-22-2011, 08:31 PM

sweet!

nikobellic · 09-19-2012, 08:59 AM

Hi ksquare,

May I know your gas consumption after replacing your 20" rims and the lowering springs?

Mine is stock 18" wheels and now doing ~14L/100km...

Thanks for your help!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ksquare

Sorry not good at making comparison and using a different camera for the latest post change to AC springs. Hope this works better.

The one on the left (or the first one is before the drop)

05-20-2010, 09:28 PM	#1
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	my 535GT Finally got my car on Monday. Had new shoes on as well. Car with stock 18" 234 and new 20" shoes from Breyton Attached Images
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05-21-2010, 06:54 PM	#4
car_fan Captain Drives: 2012 F12 650cic / 2012 E92 M3 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: SoFla Posts: 658 iTrader: (0)	I concur very nice! Yep, I know what you mean about Zaino- building up the wax for protection and equally important - Depth/Shine. Wish I had more hands so I could give it 4 thumbs up - LOL __________________ 2012 650cic Space Gray/Vermillon Red/Blk.Top(retired) 2011 MINI CooperS BRGII/Lounge Green/Sport/Prem/Connect/Black Xenon/Black Conical Spokes/ACS springs/ACS exhaust/Alta Shorty 2012 M3 AW/FR NDH2/2MK/ZPP/ZCP/ZCW/752/6NR/OEM CF splitters/OEM CF Mirror caps 2012 X3 35i Titanium Silver/Black ZAP/ZPP/TECH/APPS/Breyton GTS/Yokohama S.drive

05-22-2010, 03:31 PM	#5
Eddie Reed Enlisted Member Drives: BMW 550i GT Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 43 iTrader: (0)	You met criteria number one. Keep the wife happy, and she keeps you happy. Quote - "All in, wife happy, little girl happy and me happy as well. Many people may slam the look of this car, but i love it and serves my needs more than other cars." Car is Sweet. __________________ 2009 - Dodge Ram w/Hemi - Da Beast 2012 Honda Civic- commuter 2010 - 550i GT

12-24-2010, 09:26 AM	#7
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	Just changed my suspension to AC Springs. Exactly the way i want it. a slight drop (about 1 inch) and better handling! some before and after shots. Attached Images

12-24-2010, 09:38 AM	#8
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	Sorry not good at making comparison and using a different camera for the latest post change to AC springs. Hope this works better. The one on the left (or the first one is before the drop) Attached Images

05-21-2010, 02:55 AM	#2
cotechia New Member Drives: F11 535d MSport Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lausanne, CH Posts: 8 iTrader: (0)	Amazing! Send more pics, from the interior etc And what about a initial report ? :-)

05-21-2010, 05:52 AM	#3
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	haven't got to wash the car and give it the zaino treatment. will definitely post more when its done. interior is ivory white / black combo with anthracite ash grain trim. Luv this combo. only worry is maintenance. initial impression is that the 20" non-runflat pzero is not as comfortable as the stock 18" runflat conti3. with the pzero, there is more vibration feedback on the steering and more road noise. Can certainly feel the bumps/uneven roads more than the 18". i have to say i am impressed with the latest version of the runflats. miles better than those in my e90 i have been driving for the past 4 years. Having said this, the ride on the 20" pzero is still very comfortable, be it in normal or sports mode. in everyday relaxed driving, normal mode suits fine and feels luxurious. but when you want to do quick overtake or have a more responsive drive, a simple push to sports does the trick. Prefer this than shifting the stick to DS. Very very different car compared to my previous e90. All in, wife happy, little girl happy and me happy as well. Many people may slam the look of this car, but i love it and serves my needs more than other cars. new shoes are only the beginning of my gt's transformation. Much more to come.....

12-24-2010, 09:40 AM	#9
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	A close up of the wheels. Attached Images

12-24-2010, 10:49 AM	#10
bimmer man Lieutenant Drives: 2012 535d xdrive. 2013 x1 18d Join Date: May 2008 Location: norway, kristiansund Posts: 446 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 Bmw 116d [5.00] 2012 535d xdrive [4.50]	nice. is it 19" or 20"

12-24-2010, 11:16 PM	#11
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	20"

01-08-2011, 10:52 AM	#12
raychkg Private First Class Drives: 535i GT Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 174 iTrader: (0)	very tempting.... __________________ _______________________________________________ 2010 535i GT - Neptune Blue / Grey Leather / Fineline Trim / Rear Side Sunblinds 2006 E90 323i - Sparkling Graphite/ Terra/ Aluminium/ Xenon/ Rear Side & Rear Sunblinds

01-10-2011, 08:47 PM	#13
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	Ray, You have switched to the GT as well? Congrats. Whats your combination?

01-19-2011, 10:13 AM	#14
raychkg Private First Class Drives: 535i GT Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 174 iTrader: (0)	Yes, mine is 535i GT / Neptune Blue / Grey Leather / Fineline Trim / Rear Side Sunblinds Driven that for 9 months already & really love it!! __________________ _______________________________________________ 2010 535i GT - Neptune Blue / Grey Leather / Fineline Trim / Rear Side Sunblinds 2006 E90 323i - Sparkling Graphite/ Terra/ Aluminium/ Xenon/ Rear Side & Rear Sunblinds

01-20-2011, 12:13 AM	#15
ksquare Captain Drives: 535 GT Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 649 iTrader: (0)	good on you. You ordered the rear side sunblinds. i was too lazy to order as i would have to wait for a few months. i just took one that was already on its way to HK. Any pictures?

01-20-2011, 09:45 AM	#16
raychkg Private First Class Drives: 535i GT Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 174 iTrader: (0)	It took me 7 months waiting, cos I wanted it to be manufactured in Jan 10, instead of Dec 09. Will take some pics this weekend & post here..... __________________ _______________________________________________ 2010 535i GT - Neptune Blue / Grey Leather / Fineline Trim / Rear Side Sunblinds 2006 E90 323i - Sparkling Graphite/ Terra/ Aluminium/ Xenon/ Rear Side & Rear Sunblinds

05-02-2011, 12:18 PM	#17
TobyT BMW newbie Drives: 2010 530d Gran Turismo Join Date: May 2009 Location: Brussels Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	Very nice wheels! Every time I see a GT with 20" wheels I feel the need to replace my 19".

07-22-2011, 08:31 PM	#18
KL535 New Member Drives: f10 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: HK Posts: 28 iTrader: (0)	sweet!

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