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11-06-2012, 11:35 PM | #1 |
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My custom reverse M5 grille
I love the look of the all black F10 Performance Grille; however, the wifey did not like the all black look. I think the M5 grille looks good on dark cars; however, I don't think it has enough contrast on lighter color cars (with it's chrome ring/trim).
I bought a pair of the all black BMW Performance Grilles. I disassembled the ring and grille and matched it with the black/chrome grille on my 535i. I like that the trim is black, and I still have subtle chrome with the black slat/chrome 535i gills. I love the result! BMW Performance grille on top, OEM 535i grille on bottom Disassembled and configured my new grille (on top). The left over is a beautiful M5 grille ! My new custom reverse M5 grille on the left, and the original on right. All done! Link for more pics: https://picasaweb.google.com/PHARMDP...PbcgZTP0YTpDQ# The icing on the cake is that I have a gorgeous perfect set of BMW M5 grilles that I can try, or sell. I love that these grille sets are BMW made |
11-07-2012, 12:05 AM | #3 |
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Thanks. It was the easiest part of the whole install. 3 tabs and a little push to disassemble. The link has more pics that would help answer your question.
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11-07-2012, 05:55 AM | #5 |
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Hey, is your car color Cashmere-Silver? Asking cause mine is the same and those grills look awesome on yours
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11-07-2012, 10:19 AM | #6 |
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Looks great.
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11-07-2012, 04:26 PM | #10 |
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That's great man..never would have thought of doing it. Outstanding mod.
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11-07-2012, 05:42 PM | #12 |
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I did the same thing! Both combinations look great, though I ended up leaving the other combination installed. I'll probably post my other set for sale, eventually.
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11-07-2012, 08:51 PM | #14 |
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Wow, looks good! I may take a stab at mine tomorrow.
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