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      01-27-2015, 12:46 PM   #45
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It maybe my OCD. It wasn't as flush as I'd like it to be. But I'll take it. =)
definitely more noticeable on white but still looks awesome! cant wait to get these on the f10
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      01-27-2015, 01:32 PM   #46
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Sorry for the silly question but I have a 2012 and this looks like my grill. How can I tell if my car is LCI? When did LCI took place?
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      01-27-2015, 01:55 PM   #47
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Sorry for the silly question but I have a 2012 and this looks like my grill. How can I tell if my car is LCI? When did LCI took place?
2010-2013: Pre-LCI
2014-2016: LCI

Grill shape did not change. The LCI got new headlights and a different bumper. They moved the side indicator to the mirror but decided to leave a chrome plate on the fender instead of pressing new fenders. A mix of interior changes as well.
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      01-27-2015, 02:41 PM   #48
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Oh snap great find! what is the typical shipment time guys ?
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Here they are...The "just pull it" method after the car has been warmed up works flawlessly. Total install time was 10 minutes. Fitment is not as good as OEM, but it is damn close. I'd say 97% fitment. But for $118, compared to OEM price, as others have stated, cannot really complain. I actually prefer this grill without the ///M.
They look great. I agree with you, I prefer the grille without the M. That's why I never ordered the OEM M version.

Let me ask you, were the new ones easy to install or did you have to do some fiddling?
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      01-27-2015, 09:59 PM   #50
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They look great. I agree with you, I prefer the grille without the M. That's why I never ordered the OEM M version.

Let me ask you, were the new ones easy to install or did you have to do some fiddling?
It was pretty easy to install. The toughest part was removing the stock grill which took about 3 minutes (literally). Once the car is warmed up, just pull the grill with some force and it pops it. Then just pop the LCI grill in. No tools required. Just your bare hands.
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Can the black outer rings be removed and the chrome stock rings replace them or are they one single unit? This way they could be made into M5 grilles.
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Oh snap great find! what is the typical shipment time guys ?
Mine was 1 week. Shipped from Taiwan to San Diego.
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Can the black outer rings be removed and the chrome stock rings replace them or are they one single unit?
I looked into that but it didn't seem like it to me. If someone has done it, please advise.
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Can the black outer rings be removed and the chrome stock rings replace them or are they one single unit?
There are ebay sellers with the chrome surround for a little bit more
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chrome-Black...-/141502379038
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Here they are...The "just pull it" method after the car has been warmed up works flawlessly. Total install time was 10 minutes. Fitment is not as good as OEM, but it is damn close. I'd say 97% fitment. But for $118, compared to OEM price, as others have stated, cannot really complain. I actually prefer this grill without the ///M.
Hey Bro,Can you post the full picture during daytime? Appriciate your help! Thanks
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U guys prefer this over the factory style? I'm on the fence still.
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      02-16-2015, 09:55 PM   #57
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Hey Bro,Can you post the full picture during daytime? Appriciate your help! Thanks
Here you go. The last 2 pics shows the OEM LCI grille on the M5. This way, you can compare the difference from OEM vs ebay replica. BTW, you can actually get the OEM grilles on ebay for $295, if you prefer OEM.
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      02-18-2015, 01:09 PM   #58
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I really can't decide which way to go?
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      02-18-2015, 08:46 PM   #59
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I really can't decide which way to go?
I too was in your shoes a few months ago...But the more I visit this thread, the more the LCI grill appealed to me. Eventually I gave in. I know you will too. lol.

On a serious note, it is a subtle difference but it gives the car a "fresh" look. If you already have the M performance black grill, it is not that big of a difference. It's really a matter of personal preference.
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I'm wondering if the radiator shows too much thru? I'm about 60% in on this.
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      02-23-2015, 01:43 PM   #61
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I'm wondering if the radiator shows too much thru? I'm about 60% in on this.
Not at all. Check out another member with ebay LCI grille.

http://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1087957


GO FOR IT!!!
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      02-25-2015, 07:33 AM   #62
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Awesome!
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      02-26-2015, 04:03 PM   #63
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how well does the paint hold up on the ebay grille? durable?
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      02-26-2015, 10:09 PM   #64
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how well does the paint hold up on the ebay grille? durable?
Good question...wondering after a couple of years does it fade or not?
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M5 LCI M performance grill

Look like this OEM.

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      02-28-2015, 12:21 PM   #66
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Look like this OEM.

Nice!!!!!!
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