My F10 550i Msport CarbonBlack: ACS springs and exhaust, Shadowline Grilles

delvek · 05-14-2011, 09:49 AM

March 2011 Build. April 8, 2011 delivery.

Posting pics done by myself (so not professional) of my 550i Msport. Signature has mods. Thanks all for the help over the last year plus, off of it assisted me in making the decisions I did.

The ACS suspension is fantastic and really gives the "grounded" feel back to the relationship between road>tires>steering>hands and I suppose if BMW had used this sort of suspension to begin with much of the "feedback" criticism would be solved.

After driving 4k miles on my first F10 then another 2k or so on this one, the ACS exhaust takes some getting used to. It definitely fits the power in the car and has a great tone. Its nice to hear the acceleration. I always thought the car was too quiet prior. I prefer the tips over others but that's strictly personal taste.

I would like to see how the Hartge ECU turns out when they finish their testing, other then that, I couldn't be happier!

Robin_NL · 05-14-2011, 10:00 AM

Congrats man. No more issues with this one I hope.

Those exhausttips are.....in the face.

Cheers
Robin

delvek · 05-14-2011, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Robin Hood

Congrats man. No more issues with this one I hope.

Those exhausttips are.....in the face.

Cheers
Robin

haha, yea "in the face", it is nice to be issueless, I had almost given up after my last F10. Thanks!

MrDit · 05-14-2011, 10:33 AM

Looks great, same interior as what I hope to pick up this coming Friday.

Sharbotcom · 05-14-2011, 10:38 AM

March 2011 build?

delvek · 05-14-2011, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by MrDit

Looks great, same interior as what I hope to pick up this coming Friday.

Interior is outstanding. Cannot scratch it and really fits well inside the cabin. My 1st F10 had the dark wood and it scratched really easily, plus with the more aggressive stance of my options and mods I thought it looks more fitting.

delvek · 05-14-2011, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Sharbotcom

March 2011 build?

What happens when my 2010 gets sent back, thanks for catching that, it is 2011.

datbimmerdoe · 05-14-2011, 12:59 PM

sweet m-sport

10M3MAN · 05-14-2011, 02:54 PM

very nice

lodewijkV · 05-14-2011, 03:06 PM

Did you buy it in the USA or something?
Cause the outer speed dial is in MPH in stead of KMH -).

The car looks awosome though!

delvek · 05-14-2011, 05:33 PM

Thanks all!

Quote:

Originally Posted by lodewijkV

Did you buy it in the USA or something?
Cause the outer speed dial is in MPH in stead of KMH -).

The car looks awosome though!

Through my employer I am able to buy US spec (more importantly US priced) BMW's and take delivery locally here where I live (or in Munich).

EdM5 · 05-14-2011, 05:42 PM

Wow Delvek, that is most definitely the ultimate uber Bimmer!

Glad you like the ACS suspension as well.

BenTrovato · 05-14-2011, 06:27 PM

Very nice!

j3o3t3 · 05-14-2011, 09:43 PM

Awesome, love your car, and the subtle mods. Is your decklid spoiler an OEM painted black/non carbon fibre version? If so, do you know what the part number is?

bobbyd1961 · 05-14-2011, 10:32 PM

bad ass!

delvek · 05-15-2011, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by EdwinF10

Wow Delvek, that is most definitely the ultimate uber Bimmer!

Glad you like the ACS suspension as well.

Thanks Edwin, yes, ACS rocks!

delvek · 05-15-2011, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by j3o3t3

Awesome, love your car, and the subtle mods. Is your decklid spoiler an OEM painted black/non carbon fibre version? If so, do you know what the part number is?

Thanks. I really wanted just the subtle changes and its why your exactly right on the spoiler, it is an OEM non carbon fiber spoiler that was color matched, just to give the rear deck that upper lip. I will speak with the dealer here and get the part number and post.

andreastrones · 05-15-2011, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by j3o3t3

Awesome, love your car, and the subtle mods. Is your decklid spoiler an OEM painted black/non carbon fibre version? If so, do you know what the part number is?

Part number 51628049268, this comes unpainted.

delvek · 05-15-2011, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by andreastrones

Part number 51628049268, this comes unpainted.

Thanks Andrea, didnt know it offhand.

lakerpride05 · 05-15-2011, 04:00 PM

Can you please take some pictures after about a week or so. I'd like to see if the springs settle a little bit.

Also do you have Nappa leather? If so, how do you like it?

grimlock · 05-15-2011, 04:54 PM

congrats man, I gotta say those tips ... make the car look small!

delvek · 05-16-2011, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by lakerpride05

Can you please take some pictures after about a week or so. I'd like to see if the springs settle a little bit.

Also do you have Nappa leather? If so, how do you like it?

I will post some follow pics in a week or so for sure. Dont have nappa leather, between kids and car seats, I have read the nappa leather is very nice but a little less forgiving.

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Originally Posted by grimlock

congrats man, I gotta say those tips ... make the car look small!

Thanks Grim! I will take the "small" part to be a complement since in general the complaint is the F10 is too big.

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delvek Major 37 Rep 1,134 Posts Drives: 2014 550i Msport Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (0)	My F10 550i Msport CarbonBlack: ACS springs and exhaust, Shadowline Grilles March 2011 Build. April 8, 2011 delivery. Posting pics done by myself (so not professional) of my 550i Msport. Signature has mods. Thanks all for the help over the last year plus, off of it assisted me in making the decisions I did. The ACS suspension is fantastic and really gives the "grounded" feel back to the relationship between road>tires>steering>hands and I suppose if BMW had used this sort of suspension to begin with much of the "feedback" criticism would be solved. After driving 4k miles on my first F10 then another 2k or so on this one, the ACS exhaust takes some getting used to. It definitely fits the power in the car and has a great tone. Its nice to hear the acceleration. I always thought the car was too quiet prior. I prefer the tips over others but that's strictly personal taste. I would like to see how the Hartge ECU turns out when they finish their testing, other then that, I couldn't be happier! Attached Images __________________ 2014 550i M-sport Last edited by delvek; 03-05-2012 at 06:28 AM..
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