Opinions and Decisions! Warning, long thread!

Titan316 · 08-13-2008, 05:35 PM

So, it's finally happening. I placed my order for an '09 e92 M because of the recent upgraded i-Drive talk, otherwise I would buy an '08 right now!

I have ALREADY hanged my mind twice on color combination. It's funny how I would read all the threads on this page and laugh at how everyone stressed themselves out over colors, and now i'm racking my brain right now! All specs have been determined on the car EXCEPT or exterior color. I am going back and forth between Alpine White, and Space Grey.

The interior is Fox Red with Carbon trim. I am going to be putting M6 reps on the day I get the car. So, like a million people before me... What do you guys think would look best with the M6 reps and red interior? I want the car to be different, with an agressive stock look, and there are no M3's around here, so the popularity of Alpine White on the board hasn't really thrown me off, because I havent seen any around here. Although I am sure that will change the minute I drive off the lot. I am not getting the carbon fiber roof, I am getting the moonroof. Dark tint. The usual, I am just trying to give you guys a visual of what I am planning, only thing missing is my exterior color. I need PROFESSIONAL opinions! You guys and the information you provide, combined with the greatest test drive of my life have driven me straight into the drivers seat of this car, I just need a little more help.

!Xoible · 08-13-2008, 05:39 PM

i said this before but i like the contrast of AW with CF roof. to me space gray does not fit the car's sporty personality. the color is too subtle and should be on a S class or something like that. nice color, but not a good fit for the M3.

space gray also restrict ur wheel options as well. for instance u can never have time attacks and look good at the same time. if u care!

i really hope you do change your mind about M6 reps though. take your time and consider more wheels before you make your decision.

my $0.03

Titan316 · 08-13-2008, 05:49 PM

I like the contrast as well, but i'm not getting the CF roof as I use my sunroof whenever its not raining!

What kind of wheels were you thinking mantis?

!Xoible · 08-13-2008, 05:52 PM

try to stay away from reps, also try to stay away from mixing wheels from other cars.

there's a lot of wheels out there. people seem to be interested in HRE's, 360 Forged's. I personally prefer BBS or Volk coz they're performance tires. but that's just me personally

Titan316 · 08-13-2008, 05:56 PM

Decisions Decisions! I'll search the photos section for them, hopefully something else catches my eye. I do love the way the reps look on the e92 though, it's a tough choice for me.

positiveions · 08-13-2008, 05:59 PM

I agree with Mantis. I like more the JzB. Only because I used to have a Metallic-Schwarksoff black- on E36 M3. The interior will be the red. As far as wheels, I haven't thought about any.

positiveions · 08-13-2008, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mantis

try to stay away from reps, also try to stay away from mixing wheels from other cars.

there's a lot of wheels out there. people seem to be interested in HRE's, 360 Forged's. I personally prefer BBS or Volk coz they're performance tires. but that's just me personally

I am more of "KEEP IT EUROPEAN ALL THE WAY AROUND" too.

!Xoible · 08-13-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by eatrach73

I am more of "KEEP IT EUROPEAN ALL THE WAY AROUND" too.

hahah funny thing is both BBS and Volk are made in japan. those that fit BMW's anyway lol

Radiation Joe · 08-13-2008, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mantis

... I personally prefer BBS or Volk coz they're performance tires. but that's just me personally

We understand what you meant. Good taste in "wheels".

reinaldo335 · 08-13-2008, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Titan316

So, it's finally happening. I placed my order for an '09 e92 M because of the recent upgraded i-Drive talk, otherwise I would buy an '08 right now!

I have ALREADY hanged my mind twice on color combination. It's funny how I would read all the threads on this page and laugh at how everyone stressed themselves out over colors, and now i'm racking my brain right now! All specs have been determined on the car EXCEPT or exterior color. I am going back and forth between Alpine White, and Space Grey.

The interior is Fox Red with Carbon trim. I am going to be putting M6 reps on the day I get the car. So, like a million people before me... What do you guys think would look best with the M6 reps and red interior? I want the car to be different, with an agressive stock look, and there are no M3's around here, so the popularity of Alpine White on the board hasn't really thrown me off, because I havent seen any around here. Although I am sure that will change the minute I drive off the lot. I am not getting the carbon fiber roof, I am getting the moonroof. Dark tint. The usual, I am just trying to give you guys a visual of what I am planning, only thing missing is my exterior color. I need PROFESSIONAL opinions! You guys and the information you provide, combined with the greatest test drive of my life have driven me straight into the drivers seat of this car, I just need a little more help.

did you confirm you will have new i drive in 09 e92 m3?

positiveions · 08-13-2008, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mantis

hahah funny thing is both BBS and Volk are made in japan. those that fit BMW's anyway lol

i need to do my research on BBS. I thought it was made in europe. darn it. i missed that

PLAYON · 08-13-2008, 09:15 PM

If you're going with the M6 Reps, Space Gray is the route you wanna go. . .

GFP's M3. . .beautiful
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...hlight=M6+Reps

booforty · 08-14-2008, 03:25 AM

Go with Space Grey, something a bit different from AW for a change! Black carbon trim with Fox Red is going to look gorgeous!

Kadarin · 08-14-2008, 03:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mantis

i said this before but i like the contrast of AW with CF roof. to me space gray does not fit the car's sporty personality. the color is too subtle and should be on a S class or something like that. nice color, but not a good fit for the M3.

I disagree (respectfully, of course). I think the SG looks quite good on the M3, but it really does depend on the owner.

Quote:

space gray also restrict ur wheel options as well. for instance u can never have time attacks and look good at the same time. if u care!

Oh god I hate the time attack look!

torredresen · 08-14-2008, 07:00 AM

Well, Im not into the white car thing. I think its a grille of fashion. I ordered my M3 in JzB ,but second choice was space grey.( actually first choice but my dad didnt like it, and he wanted JzB

) You shud go with space grey.
As for the rims, I saw one with 19' stocks, painted in space grey aswell.
I must say, I liked it.looked hot ( was in St Tropez)
But it is all up to you. We can give our opinion, but you have to decide. If you want it in pink with 16' chrome wheels, we will say NO, but it is your decision.

Titan316 · 08-14-2008, 10:00 AM

AH, I know! I saw GFP's M, and thats why I went back and forth between that and Alpine. I hadn't seen anybody on the board put those wheels on the car, and I thought Space Grey was GORGEOUS. Perfect fit for the wheels. Then I saw that picture and I fell in love even more and at the same time wanted to be different a tad bit. We'll see what happens, i'll keep you guys in suspense until delivery day! Haha. I can't wait to post pics up on here for you guys to see what I have in mind. Heres another bit of advice you guys can give? How do I kill time between now and late October early November??

Stunnerable · 08-14-2008, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by torredresen

Well, Im not into the white car thing. I think its a grille of fashion. I ordered my M3 in JzB ,but second choice was space grey.( actually first choice but my dad didnt like it, and he wanted JzB

) You shud go with space grey.
As for the rims, I saw one with 19' stocks, painted in space grey aswell.
I must say, I liked it.looked hot ( was in St Tropez)
But it is all up to you. We can give our opinion, but you have to decide. If you want it in pink with 16' chrome wheels, we will say NO, but it is your decision.

Your dad didn't like it? Is it his car, your car or did you split the car?.. which would be kind of cool.

torredresen · 08-14-2008, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Stunnerable

Your dad didn't like it? Is it his car, your car or did you split the car?.. which would be kind of cool.

It's my car, but he pays for it

So, we decided together , must be friendly to the sponsor

08-13-2008, 05:35 PM	#1
Titan316 Second Lieutenant 33 Rep 204 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL iTrader: (0)	Opinions and Decisions! Warning, long thread! So, it's finally happening. I placed my order for an '09 e92 M because of the recent upgraded i-Drive talk, otherwise I would buy an '08 right now! I have ALREADY hanged my mind twice on color combination. It's funny how I would read all the threads on this page and laugh at how everyone stressed themselves out over colors, and now i'm racking my brain right now! All specs have been determined on the car EXCEPT or exterior color. I am going back and forth between Alpine White, and Space Grey. The interior is Fox Red with Carbon trim. I am going to be putting M6 reps on the day I get the car. So, like a million people before me... What do you guys think would look best with the M6 reps and red interior? I want the car to be different, with an agressive stock look, and there are no M3's around here, so the popularity of Alpine White on the board hasn't really thrown me off, because I havent seen any around here. Although I am sure that will change the minute I drive off the lot. I am not getting the carbon fiber roof, I am getting the moonroof. Dark tint. The usual, I am just trying to give you guys a visual of what I am planning, only thing missing is my exterior color. I need PROFESSIONAL opinions! You guys and the information you provide, combined with the greatest test drive of my life have driven me straight into the drivers seat of this car, I just need a little more help.
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Titan316 Second Lieutenant 33 Rep 204 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL iTrader: (0)	I like the contrast as well, but i'm not getting the CF roof as I use my sunroof whenever its not raining! What kind of wheels were you thinking mantis?
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Titan316 Second Lieutenant 33 Rep 204 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL iTrader: (0)	Decisions Decisions! I'll search the photos section for them, hopefully something else catches my eye. I do love the way the reps look on the e92 though, it's a tough choice for me.
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booforty Major General 337 Rep 8,811 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	Go with Space Grey, something a bit different from AW for a change! Black carbon trim with Fox Red is going to look gorgeous!
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torredresen Captain 53 Rep 712 Posts Drives: M3 09 E93 JzB Fox Red extended Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belgium iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 Z4; 2.0 [0.00] 2005 Z4 [0.00]	Well, Im not into the white car thing. I think its a grille of fashion. I ordered my M3 in JzB ,but second choice was space grey.( actually first choice but my dad didnt like it, and he wanted JzB ) You shud go with space grey. As for the rims, I saw one with 19' stocks, painted in space grey aswell. I must say, I liked it.looked hot ( was in St Tropez) But it is all up to you. We can give our opinion, but you have to decide. If you want it in pink with 16' chrome wheels, we will say NO, but it is your decision.
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Titan316 Second Lieutenant 33 Rep 204 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Coral Springs, FL iTrader: (0)	AH, I know! I saw GFP's M, and thats why I went back and forth between that and Alpine. I hadn't seen anybody on the board put those wheels on the car, and I thought Space Grey was GORGEOUS. Perfect fit for the wheels. Then I saw that picture and I fell in love even more and at the same time wanted to be different a tad bit. We'll see what happens, i'll keep you guys in suspense until delivery day! Haha. I can't wait to post pics up on here for you guys to see what I have in mind. Heres another bit of advice you guys can give? How do I kill time between now and late October early November??
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