re body color fender caps

zibawal · 05-05-2012, 01:35 AM

how can i do on my x5 d

wsybert · 05-06-2012, 09:08 AM

If you are referring to the black trim around the wheel openings, then they will need removed, sanded, prepped and painted by a professional. Not for the DIY'er unless you have automotive paint experience. IMO.

zibawal · 05-06-2012, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by wsybert

If you are referring to the black trim around the wheel openings, then they will need removed, sanded, prepped and painted by a professional. Not for the DIY'er unless you have automotive paint experience. IMO.

Yes indeed.
I saw a 35i with a body kit and body color fenders and exhaust tips like 50i, car looks way lower wider and more athletic.

Best Regards

wsybert · 05-06-2012, 10:07 PM

I agree. I like the look, however, I can imagine the cost to remove all of it, prep and paint, and reassemble. For a black car (mine), it's not a big enough change for me to justify it.
YMMV.

zibawal · 05-07-2012, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by wsybert

I agree. I like the look, however, I can imagine the cost to remove all of it, prep and paint, and reassemble. For a black car (mine), it's not a big enough change for me to justify it.
YMMV.

Indeed. I shall have it done by professionals. Any idea how much could be the cost perhaps?

jspdr · 05-07-2012, 03:40 PM

I had 4 wheel fender arches, rear bumper, and 2 other pieces, removed, painted and installed for $900. Make sure they sand the texture to make it smooth before painting, and you need a life time warranty .

zibawal · 05-07-2012, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by jspdr

I had 4 wheel fender arches, rear bumper, and 2 other pieces, removed, painted and installed for $900. Make sure they sand the texture to make it smooth before painting, and you need a life time warranty .

Would you have pictures? So shall I expect 300-$400?

jspdr · 05-08-2012, 08:26 AM

The black one. $300 is reasonable

http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=677757

zibawal · 05-08-2012, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jspdr

The black one. $300 is reasonable

http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=677757

Did you have 50i?

jspdr · 05-08-2012, 09:24 AM

4.8i. What do you have now? and exactly what you'd like to do with it?

zibawal · 05-08-2012, 09:26 AM

Great

so no same body color arch even for 4.8i;(

jspdr · 05-08-2012, 09:29 AM

Other than M sports package, they all come with black texture.

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