chrome to black trim

savgeax · 05-30-2014, 03:12 AM

Hi all,

I'm due to pick up my new f10 520d M Sport next week.

Its pretty much matched everything I need, apart from chrome trim around windows. I've seen a diy video etc, but unsure where I can get the special matt/vinyl wrap from iwithn the UK. Found the US website shadowlinetrim, but wanted something UK based?

Would anyone be able to guide me too some tools?

Thanks!
Alex

Piers · 05-30-2014, 01:53 PM

MSport automatically have black trim, chrome is for the SE, are you sure it is MSport?

savgeax · 05-30-2014, 02:55 PM

Yep, def. an M Sport. The previous owner wanted comfort (don't ask why they bought an M Sport from the factory). It has every comfort option available on the car.

Piers · 05-30-2014, 03:12 PM

What I mean is, I don't think that chrome trim is even an option on MSport, I guess they could have paid extra to have it, but it would have been alot as not a factory option. Have you seen the original invoice? Got any pics of it?

savgeax · 05-30-2014, 03:33 PM

I am due to pick it up next week. Its under preparation at Vines BMW.

I tried to build the car on the bmw website, but its coming up with an error, so I cannot see how the option is available.

ukbeemerboy · 05-31-2014, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Piers

What I mean is, I don't think that chrome trim is even an option on MSport, I guess they could have paid extra to have it, but it would have been alot as not a factory option. Have you seen the original invoice? Got any pics of it?

Chrome is optional if required on the 5 series.....

suj999 · 05-31-2014, 02:09 PM

On a black car it does look a bit different, but on my white f10 (non m sport) I actually like the chrome trim. On white I think it looks much better with it.

It might look better if you have privacy glass to go with it?

MickyD'bo · 05-31-2014, 11:45 PM

Each to their own and all that, BUT, why the hell would anyone specify that? i know we all need to be different, but sometimes things, people and the choices they make do make me chuckle.

CmdllbF11 · 06-01-2014, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by savgeax

I am due to pick it up next week. Its under preparation at Vines BMW.

I tried to build the car on the bmw website, but its coming up with an error, so I cannot see how the option is available.

Are you this is a Msport and not a SE with Msport alloys?

Piers · 06-01-2014, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by CmdllbF11

Are you this is a Msport and not a SE with Msport alloys?

That was my point, but I was being a little more subtle

It is difficult to know, the rear bumper is MSport, not sure on interior differences.

I do agree with dobbo, why oh why would ANYONE SPECIFY chrome on that car? Unless it was an SE originally that has been made to look like an MSport? Never seen one before like it

Piers · 06-01-2014, 06:01 AM

MSport has the option for matt aluminium....not chrome....I would ask some questions before finalising

accordRE · 06-01-2014, 06:23 AM

Definitely an M sport

accordRE · 06-01-2014, 06:41 AM

Also, the chrome trim is apparently an individual option, "Burnished Aluminium exterior line"

savgeax · 06-01-2014, 07:04 AM

No matter if its matt or aluminium, I think it needs to be wrapped.

The owner clearly liked the aggressive look of an m sport but wanted the comfort of a merc. Its got vdc, comfort seats, heated wheel and rear wheel steering. Its the only think I dislike, the window trim.

CmdllbF11 · 06-01-2014, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Piers

Quote:

Originally Posted by CmdllbF11

Are you this is a Msport and not a SE with Msport alloys?

That was my point, but I was being a little more subtle

It is difficult to know, the rear bumper is MSport, not sure on interior differences.

I do agree with dobbo, why oh why would ANYONE SPECIFY chrome on that car? Unless it was an SE originally that has been made to look like an MSport? Never seen one before like it

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savgeax · 06-09-2014, 04:50 AM

I decided to plasti dip the chrome grille in the end.

I also posted a video on youtube:
http://youtu.be/5IfDInZrXOY

wicked5 · 06-10-2014, 08:48 AM

savgeax, that is a very good video on how to plastidip. I am a big fan of plastidip and your video is spot on to even mask behind the grill. Did you consider using the glossifier?

savgeax · 06-10-2014, 02:57 PM

Thanks. Was struggling to find some last week. It's still an option at the moment. I'm doing the window trim tomorrow.

wicked5 · 06-11-2014, 10:01 AM

Got mine from ebay, around £15 a can... I did the wheels on my A4 before I sold it and it looked as good as a real paintjob but at a fraction of the cost.

Not to everyones taste...

Tempted to blackout the grill but not sure if it will cheapen the car as it's not an M-Sport model:

savgeax · 06-11-2014, 06:49 PM

You could do it black and then gloss it? Would look fantastic.

Ive just done the brushed aluminium trim around the window.

http://youtu.be/TrXxhoQSyIs

accordRE · 06-12-2014, 10:52 AM

Great video savgeax. Your car looks great too!

Piers · 06-12-2014, 02:44 PM

That is a great result, well done! What is like up close?

05-30-2014, 03:12 AM	#1
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	chrome to black trim Hi all, I'm due to pick up my new f10 520d M Sport next week. Its pretty much matched everything I need, apart from chrome trim around windows. I've seen a diy video etc, but unsure where I can get the special matt/vinyl wrap from iwithn the UK. Found the US website shadowlinetrim, but wanted something UK based? Would anyone be able to guide me too some tools? Thanks! Alex __________________ NOW: BMW 840i Coupe PREVIOUSLY: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, BMW F30 330D M Sport, F10 520d M Sport, E92 325D M Sport, E60 520d M Sport.
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05-30-2014, 01:53 PM	#2
Piers Captain 36 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 2017 F10 535d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	MSport automatically have black trim, chrome is for the SE, are you sure it is MSport? __________________ 2017 F10 535d MSport Auto - Mineral Grey - Oyster leather - 19" 351M's - Pro Media - Enhanced bluetooth - MSport rear spoiler - Sun protection glass - Harman Kardon Hifi - Multi Function Display - Ambient Lighting - Folding mirrors - Sunroof - LED adaptive headlights
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05-30-2014, 02:55 PM	#3
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Yep, def. an M Sport. The previous owner wanted comfort (don't ask why they bought an M Sport from the factory). It has every comfort option available on the car. __________________ NOW: BMW 840i Coupe PREVIOUSLY: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, BMW F30 330D M Sport, F10 520d M Sport, E92 325D M Sport, E60 520d M Sport.
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05-30-2014, 03:12 PM	#4
Piers Captain 36 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 2017 F10 535d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	What I mean is, I don't think that chrome trim is even an option on MSport, I guess they could have paid extra to have it, but it would have been alot as not a factory option. Have you seen the original invoice? Got any pics of it? __________________ 2017 F10 535d MSport Auto - Mineral Grey - Oyster leather - 19" 351M's - Pro Media - Enhanced bluetooth - MSport rear spoiler - Sun protection glass - Harman Kardon Hifi - Multi Function Display - Ambient Lighting - Folding mirrors - Sunroof - LED adaptive headlights
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05-30-2014, 03:33 PM	#5
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I am due to pick it up next week. Its under preparation at Vines BMW. I tried to build the car on the bmw website, but its coming up with an error, so I cannot see how the option is available. Attached Images __________________ NOW: BMW 840i Coupe PREVIOUSLY: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, BMW F30 330D M Sport, F10 520d M Sport, E92 325D M Sport, E60 520d M Sport.
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05-31-2014, 02:09 PM	#7
suj999 Private First Class 9 Rep 143 Posts Drives: F06 640d M Sport, F10 520d SE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Essex, UK iTrader: (0)	On a black car it does look a bit different, but on my white f10 (non m sport) I actually like the chrome trim. On white I think it looks much better with it. It might look better if you have privacy glass to go with it?
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05-31-2014, 11:45 PM	#8
MickyD'bo Major 566 Rep 1,137 Posts Drives: 2016 F31 335d xDrive Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Geordie In Yorkshire! iTrader: (0)	Each to their own and all that, BUT, why the hell would anyone specify that? i know we all need to be different, but sometimes things, people and the choices they make do make me chuckle.
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06-01-2014, 06:01 AM	#11
Piers Captain 36 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 2017 F10 535d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	MSport has the option for matt aluminium....not chrome....I would ask some questions before finalising __________________ 2017 F10 535d MSport Auto - Mineral Grey - Oyster leather - 19" 351M's - Pro Media - Enhanced bluetooth - MSport rear spoiler - Sun protection glass - Harman Kardon Hifi - Multi Function Display - Ambient Lighting - Folding mirrors - Sunroof - LED adaptive headlights
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06-01-2014, 06:23 AM	#12
accordRE Private First Class 7 Rep 181 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: . iTrader: (0)	Definitely an M sport Attached Images
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06-01-2014, 06:41 AM	#13
accordRE Private First Class 7 Rep 181 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: . iTrader: (0)	Also, the chrome trim is apparently an individual option, "Burnished Aluminium exterior line"
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06-01-2014, 07:04 AM	#14
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	No matter if its matt or aluminium, I think it needs to be wrapped. The owner clearly liked the aggressive look of an m sport but wanted the comfort of a merc. Its got vdc, comfort seats, heated wheel and rear wheel steering. Its the only think I dislike, the window trim.
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06-09-2014, 04:50 AM	#16
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I decided to plasti dip the chrome grille in the end. I also posted a video on youtube: http://youtu.be/5IfDInZrXOY Attached Images __________________ NOW: BMW 840i Coupe PREVIOUSLY: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, BMW F30 330D M Sport, F10 520d M Sport, E92 325D M Sport, E60 520d M Sport.
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06-10-2014, 08:48 AM	#17
wicked5 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 41 Posts Drives: 520d SE Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Worcester, UK iTrader: (0)	savgeax, that is a very good video on how to plastidip. I am a big fan of plastidip and your video is spot on to even mask behind the grill. Did you consider using the glossifier?
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06-10-2014, 02:57 PM	#18
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks. Was struggling to find some last week. It's still an option at the moment. I'm doing the window trim tomorrow. __________________ NOW: BMW 840i Coupe PREVIOUSLY: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, BMW F30 330D M Sport, F10 520d M Sport, E92 325D M Sport, E60 520d M Sport.
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06-11-2014, 10:01 AM	#19
wicked5 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 41 Posts Drives: 520d SE Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Worcester, UK iTrader: (0)	Got mine from ebay, around £15 a can... I did the wheels on my A4 before I sold it and it looked as good as a real paintjob but at a fraction of the cost. Not to everyones taste... Tempted to blackout the grill but not sure if it will cheapen the car as it's not an M-Sport model: Last edited by wicked5; 06-11-2014 at 10:07 AM..
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06-11-2014, 06:49 PM	#20
savgeax Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: 840i M Sport Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	You could do it black and then gloss it? Would look fantastic. Ive just done the brushed aluminium trim around the window. http://youtu.be/TrXxhoQSyIs Attached Images __________________ NOW: BMW 840i Coupe PREVIOUSLY: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, BMW F30 330D M Sport, F10 520d M Sport, E92 325D M Sport, E60 520d M Sport.
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06-12-2014, 10:52 AM	#21
accordRE Private First Class 7 Rep 181 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: . iTrader: (0)	Great video savgeax. Your car looks great too!
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06-12-2014, 02:44 PM	#22
Piers Captain 36 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 2017 F10 535d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	That is a great result, well done! What is like up close? __________________ 2017 F10 535d MSport Auto - Mineral Grey - Oyster leather - 19" 351M's - Pro Media - Enhanced bluetooth - MSport rear spoiler - Sun protection glass - Harman Kardon Hifi - Multi Function Display - Ambient Lighting - Folding mirrors - Sunroof - LED adaptive headlights
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