03-13-2018, 05:48 PM | #1 |
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Air vent add-on, yea or nay
I have a black X5 with no chrome (night package I think)
Recently replaced front kidney to the double slot glossy to remove the chrome look... I love the way it looks but now torn on the air vent add on... I would get one that's all black, just want to see what you guys think about them? Purely cosmetic, you like them or hate them? All black, no writing on them
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03-13-2018, 05:54 PM | #2 |
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If you are talking about the side air curtains then nope. I think it's an eye sore. If I had a X5M, I'd also remove it. It just looks cleaner with minimal accessories and add on.
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03-13-2018, 05:57 PM | #3 |
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Yes this is what I'm talking about. I saw a X5M with it, love the look but doesn't like the chrome on it. It just felt like something is missing without it.
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03-13-2018, 06:06 PM | #4 |
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They are purely cosmetic.
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03-14-2018, 11:19 AM | #6 |
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Totally up to you. If it were me.. no thanks.
But you should do what makes you happy.
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03-14-2018, 11:35 AM | #7 |
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I wouldn't. Even the fender air cut duct looks small and out of place imo since it doesn't follow any body lines
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It is personal preference.
I have sold quite a few of them for non X5M guys. I wouldn't do it though, because on the F85 X5M there will be holes on the fender since they plastic weld the fender trim to the fender.
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Not a fan either, looks like an afterthought. If it were more integrated like on the f80 M3, I think it would look good
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Agree with this.. Its like a cheap plastic piece.
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Right.. on the X5M I guess I would reluctantly leave it on and yes, its a personal preference.
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I am not a fan, but if you like it I think you should go for it and not let other people tell you what you should and shouldn't like.
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I don't mind them if they are on an M-Sport and if they are the OEM type (there are some hideous aftermarket side vent inserts out there on Ebay). If you do install side vent inserts, then de-badging is a must!!!
I have noticed that the X5 looks longer (from front bumper to rear bumper) without the side vent inserts than it does with the side vent inserts. Last edited by Chadmatic; 03-16-2018 at 02:19 PM.. |
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