[SCZ4]

I'm not sure on the look of the black BMW performance grills on a space grey wagon\touring, but I'm wondering if it's possible to get a grill with all black slats, but still the chrome outer? Preferably a genuine BMW part.

Anyone got a part number?

[F10550xi]

There are 4 grill options that I am aware of (for vehicles without night vision). Check out my post http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=691132 to see 3 of them. The option left out is the m5 grill that has a chrome surround and black slats.

BMW makes an all black performance grill
Left Side Part Number 51-71-2-165-539
Right Side Part Number 51-71-2-165-528


If you decide to change the grill, here is a DIY http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=422572

[SCZ4]

Thanks very much for the info, after comparing those in that thread and a quick google it looks like I need a set of M5 grills

The guide will be useful too.

[Touring]

Just scrape of the chrome-paint on the ribs, works fine :-) Takes 20 minutes.

[SCZ4]

Really? Can't decide if you're joking or not

What did you use?

[Touring]

no, just use a coin or the dull side of a knife or something, did it on mine . I have night-vision, cant buy a black grill then. I can find a picture :-)

[F10550xi]

Originally Posted by Touring

no, just use a coin or the dull side of a knife or something, did it on mine . I have night-vision, cant buy a black grill then. I can find a picture :-)

Its a $50k+ car. Buy the grills for $120.

While this method may work, it was done because the grill for night vision equipped cars is different and they do not have other options.

[Touring]

Originally Posted by F10550xi

Its a $50k+ car. Buy the grills for $120.

While this method may work, it was done because the grill for night vision equipped cars is different and they do not have other options.

Yes . I had no choice. But cant really tell the difference.

[yxc145]

well, I think it's not the price of the car that matters. When you can save $120, save it.
If you are worry about using knife to scrap it off. You can use those nail cleaner or paint cleaner. It will strip the chrome off.

[snj1013]

another option is to paint the fins with Plasti Dip. I could only find the black paint locally and had to order the "Glossifier"/clear to match the look of the M5 grill. I bought a spare grill from a user on ebay so I can always go back to stock if I choose. Hopefully the paint will be here by the weekend and I'll post some pics when completed.

[Krash7172]

I bought black grills and I thought they were a little too much myself with Space Gray. I had to paint my spoiler so I went ahead and did the stock grill bezels and reflectors at the same time. I later blacked out all chrome and the all black grills look good.

Painted bezels with gloss black louvres:

[Douggie]

Grill with all black slats + chrome outer looks good!

[extrawhite]

M5 grills fits "normal" F10? Thx

[snj1013]

Originally Posted by extrawhite

M5 grills fits "normal" F10? Thx

yes, see http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthre...ighlight=GRILL

[SCZ4]

Well guys, I did it last night. Removed the grills, seperated them and using some 1200 grit wet and dry sandpaper I removed the chrome on the slats. Looks much better, although the black is quite matt looking, but with some silicon based spray they come up ok.

I think gloss black slats would look better, but I'm happy with my free "upgrade"

[Touring]

Good job :-)

[SCZ4]

Thanks for the tip

Nice shot with the Opera House in the background

[Touring]

Originally Posted by SCZ4

Thanks for the tip

Nice shot with the Opera House in the background

Your welcome, and thank you :-)

[Needsdecaf]

I bought the M5 grilles today. It's not the M look I'm going for, I honestly like the chrome / gloss black look the best (especially on my non-MSport car).

Can't wait for them!

[F10550xi]

Originally Posted by yxc145

well, I think it's not the price of the car that matters. When you can save $120, save it.
If you are worry about using knife to scrap it off. You can use those nail cleaner or paint cleaner. It will strip the chrome off.

Good for you if this works. My recommendation to avoid abrading the grill by scraping with a knife led me to the obvious assumption that buying a replacement for a minor cost was an ok investment.

Welcome to the world of modding. If anyone isn't comfortable with the $100 grill mod, the buck stops here. Agreed, if you can save $120, save it. Well, not if it means doing a ghetto mod that results in a scraped looking grill.

Whats next? Spray paint your damaged bumper.

[yxc145]

Originally Posted by F10550xi

Good for you if this works. My recommendation to avoid abrading the grill by scraping with a knife led me to the obvious assumption that buying a replacement for a minor cost was an ok investment.

Welcome to the world of modding. If anyone isn't comfortable with the $100 grill mod, the buck stops here. Agreed, if you can save $120, save it. Well, not if it means doing a ghetto mod that results in a scraped looking grill.

Whats next? Spray paint your damaged bumper.

If you know what you are doing, why not?

[j3o3t3]

Originally Posted by Needsdecaf

I bought the M5 grilles today. It's not the M look I'm going for, I honestly like the chrome / gloss black look the best (especially on my non-MSport car).

Can't wait for them!

where did you get them?