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I'm BAAAACK!
You guys may remember my 4.6is;
I always thought my 4.6is was a badass truck^
so after a stint in the e34 section where I attempted to build a 500+hp 540i/6 Msport, it only seemed natural to come back to X, but with more horsepower.
Enter the X5M; BMWs factory X hot rod with 555hp!
The first upgrade was an Active Autowerks tune for an increase of 86 Rear Wheel HP and 117 Ft lbs of Peak torque!
This provided an awesome upgrade that you can actually feel!
Then I added BMW Performance black kidney grills and matching gloss black sidemarkers.
Next up; I have acquired a set of 22" BBS SVs in Titanium Gunmetal and a set of H&R lowering springs that are currently waiting to be installed.
So here is a little photoshop preview of the X5M lowered on BBS wheels;
Enjoy!
- - - Updated - - -
At Cars & Coffee GSO
(Finally lowered on H&Rs)
did you notice the new X5M badge?
...and at VIR last weekend with the BMW club.
No they wouldn't let it on the track!
Refreshing front end with Brand New LED Headlights!!!
New LED: Brighter and squinty eyed with flat bottom halo rings + lenses are crystal clear with no pitting...
...waiting on Wiring harness from Europe and FRM3 module.
Last edited by gixxerboy63; 07-09-2016 at 10:01 AM.
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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This thing is sweet for sure Tim. Love it. What other mods are on the horizon? Supercharger???
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Nah... S63 Twin Turbo with 640hp feels just about right.
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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Maybe an M4 sibling?
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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You've got to be kidding me?Originally Posted by gixxerboy63
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Bananas!
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My wife is thinking of retiring her SL500 and she really likes the M4 convertible.
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'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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Where did you purchase the kidneys and side markers from?
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Swweeet!!
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http://ind-distribution.com/ind/categories/exterior
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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Todays update:
New Engine covers; The old ones were looking a little yellowed and tired so I bought new ones. Since the recently installed downpipes really cut down on engine bay temperatures, I believe these will stand a better chance of looking new longer.
BEFORE:
AFTER:
New Carbon Diffuser with Dimisa 3.5" tips
AND new addition to front end
(OEM Carbon lip spoiler!)
Gixxer - Getting ready for Bimmerfest East!
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Last edited by gixxerboy63; 07-31-2015 at 07:07 PM.
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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Just absolutly amazing! I love it!
~Mike
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Looking good.
How about facelift taillights?
2000 Dinan S1 //M5 (my DD) --------------- 06 DINAN E53 4.8iS (wife's) -------------- 90 Straman Z32TT (my pride & joy)
Gone, but not forgotten: 01 E39 M5, 01 E53 3.0i, 01 525i Sport, 03 DINAN 540i MSport and 91 Z32 TwinTurbo
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wow!
It looks mean now!
Next up....wheels?
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Thank you. I am quite enjoying it.
Thought about it, but I actually like the Celis lights better
Thanks.
What? Don't you like my BBS SV wheels?
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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They're nice but would prefer a set of staggered wheels with a bit of a lip.
Your M-SAV already looks good as it is...love the stance!..... but I think those front and back diffuser with the right wheel combo....would be awesome!
I go sit in the corner now..............
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Damn the splitter looks dope!
This thing came together so fast
Looking good man.
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When I brought it home:
How it looks today:
Last edited by gixxerboy63; 08-04-2015 at 06:49 PM.
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
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Life goals...
Excellent, tasteful modifications.
When I brought it home:
How it looks today:
_ Garrett
2011 Rocky Mountain Region GTS4 champion & "Rookie of the Year"
Thanks Sponsors: SCR Performance & Built-by-Bones
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Wow... looks incredible. Very, Very Nice. Little jealous myself!
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Nice ride for sure
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How do you like me now?
Last edited by gixxerboy63; 07-09-2016 at 09:57 AM.
Gone but not forgotten:
'95 540i/6 M-Sport. GA65474. Alpineweiss/Parchment.
Supercharger project
BMWCCA
I liked the previous set of rims better. But, I'm not known to be the sharpest when it comes to making these decisions. lol. Good to see you still checking in Tim.
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Perfect Sir!
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Same here
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