So, it is about time I start a build thread. Firstly, I wont be looking to do anything drastic like forced induction and I am a believer in trying to keep the OEM feel going on, with a bit of tarting up.
So here goes!
Previously to buying my first NON BMW I owned:
BMW E36 328i Sport
BMW E92 325i MSport
The newer BMW was very pretty, but extremely boring. It was untill my next door neighbour who owns a 350z talked me in to getting one!
In novemeber I travelled to Cheltenham to pick her up!
The overall condition of her is absolutely mint, there is not a mark on her and I truly believe that I got a steal for what I paid for her!
She had just 49,000 miles on the clock.
JDM Import
Bose System
Leather
Brembos
Pretty much everything that is worth having, and being on a Import.
I truly love this car, very impressed overall with it!
Then it starts... Some people refer to it as 'Zediditus' I believe...
Carbon Fibre Lip from EPRacing, must say that the carbon is some of the nicest I have seen! Although I will never pay £300 for a front lip EVER again!
After the front lip, I decided to remove the lead weight in the boot. I think I did this to keep me occupied more than anything! Although my boot did struggle to stay up without hitting me on the head before.
Spacers - So many mixed opinions about this, people saying it ruins the handling. Which is dumb, because if you do notice a difference it is probably the fact that you have knocked the gemoetry out a little. Anyway, 20mm from and 25mm rear.
After fitting the spacers, I decided that I wanted new wheels. But keeping the OEM theme going I decided to get mine refurbed. I didnt see many people keeping the touring wheels, rather going for Rays. So I thought i'd be different...
The images do not do them justice, the finish is fantastic!
Following the wheels, it was becoming apparent that the BOSE system is pretty useless and again, keeping the OEM feel I decided to do the BOSE hack. A very simple job to do, a bit long winded but works like a charm.
I used a 15mm drill piece on the cubby hole and plugged it with a rubber gromet to keep it clean, tidy and professional looking.
I also took the 15mm drill piece to my finger. (NOTE: Move your finger from the other side of the cubby hole when drilling through)
Then a stubby ariel from a Honda RDX.
Then my latest purchase. (And I am sorry to everyone who had their eye on this, but I could not resist)
KAKIMOTO exhaust... WOW.
Fitted this in the pissing rain, dedicated or stupid... You decide.
The sound of this system is like nothing I have heard, its perfect for me. Nice and quiet untill you stick your foot down and a lovely loud rasp around 3500k. LOVE IT!
It sits a little low, which I will be modifying soon.
Next are HSD coilovers to be fitted... I will probably end up lowering it more than I should but we will see!
So far, Ive spent too much money - I'm skint, but addicted!
P.S - I'm also a dab hand at detailing, and love detailing cars! If anyone needs any hints or help dont hesitate to ask!