Quick photoshoot Donington Grey X5M

matowi · 05-23-2015, 05:09 PM

I know and use Lightroom

. I'll stop here, so as not to be accused of turning this thread into a photo forum

Great shots! Congrats
m.

ps. i LOVE this donnington gray paint. absolutely love it

M3CRUZN · 06-09-2015, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by AwesomeM3

As requested, photos of the interior. Mike [Mik3ymomo] did another quick photo shoot tonight. More amazing photos!! Thanks Mike!

Red stitching all around are Standard or optional?

EdM5 · 06-09-2015, 01:45 PM

What a fine ride

AwesomeM3 · 06-09-2015, 01:55 PM

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Red stitching all around are Standard or optional?

Standard with the Mugello Red interior.

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Originally Posted by EdM5

What a fine ride

Thank you sir!

elm3 · 06-09-2015, 02:06 PM

Beautiful combo. I'm on the fence between the M6 and this. I will be keeping my e92 M3 also. Don't really like the new M3/M4. Any pictures of the rear wheel up close? I just want to see the rear calipers, I wonder if there are one pod mono block or just regular one piston calipers.

Thank you.

Eric

JTO24 · 06-16-2015, 02:02 PM

AwesomeM3 this looks incredible! My detailer, Nick @ Auto Obsessions linked to these photos of your X5M to promote the ceramic pro coating; did you have them apply the coating? If so, how is it? Would you reccomend it? I'm considering getting it done on my F80.

AwesomeM3 · 06-16-2015, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by JTO24

AwesomeM3 this looks incredible! My detailer, Nick @ Auto Obsessions linked to these photos of your X5M to promote the ceramic pro coating; did you have them apply the coating? If so, how is it? Would you reccomend it? I'm considering getting it done on my F80.

Thanks!

Yes, Nick coated my X5M with Ceramic Pro. I would highly recommend it...Nick did a great job!

Luca42 · 07-31-2015, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by AwesomeM3

Mike (Mik3ymomo) took a few rolling shots today...

I love how you can see the ///M on the brake caliper in the last photo!

This first photo is amazing. Awesome -- have you done anything to modify the front of your X5M? So many people talk about putting black grilles on the car, but I think the brightness/shine on your car is phenomenal. Just another aspect of D. Grey.

Alternatively, was something done to the photograph to heighten the brilliance of the paint? Classic photo.

AwesomeM3 · 07-31-2015, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Luca42

This first photo is amazing. Awesome -- have you done anything to modify the front of your X5M? So many people talk about putting black grilles on the car, but I think the brightness/shine on your car is phenomenal. Just another aspect of D. Grey.

Alternatively, was something done to the photograph to heighten the brilliance of the paint? Classic photo.

No, I haven't done any mods. I like the stock grills in front, so I probably won't change them to the black ones.

I did have the paint coated with ceramic, which brings out the color more. The photo was probably edited also, so that's probably what you're seeing.

BMWOO7 · 07-31-2015, 03:57 PM

Very nice. I just bought mine in the same color with Full Silverstone interior.

I didn't read through all 5 pages yet, but may I ask what this 'Ceramic' coating is? I've only got 104 miles on it so before the weather changes, I'd like to put some nice protection on it.

Thanks!

Luca42 · 07-31-2015, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by AwesomeM3

No, I haven't done any mods. I like the stock grills in front, so I probably won't change them to the black ones.

I did have the paint coated with ceramic, which brings out the color more. The photo was probably edited also, so that's probably what you're seeing.

Whatever it is, it's amazing. I mean downright amazing. The photo with the blurred trees in the background should be on the official BMW brochure. Give kudos to your photographer -- it's that good.

I will definitely have to look into doing the ceramic treatment when I get my car. Is there any scientific explanation as to why it makes colors more vibrant? Interesting product.

I agree with you. I think Donington has the right mix of metallic flake, color and sheen to match up nicely with the stock grills. I'm inclined to leave mine stock too.

Have you passed 1200 miles yet? Have you noticed any changes in performance?

AwesomeM3 · 07-31-2015, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWOO7

Very nice. I just bought mine in the same color with Full Silverstone interior.

I didn't read through all 5 pages yet, but may I ask what this 'Ceramic' coating is? I've only got 104 miles on it so before the weather changes, I'd like to put some nice protection on it.

Thanks!

Just Google "ceramic coating" and you'll find tons of videos demonstrating how it works. Basically, once applied to the paint, it provides a thin glass-like protection against scratches, swirls, etc. I would highly recommend it.

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Originally Posted by Luca42

Whatever it is, it's amazing. I mean downright amazing. The photo with the blurred trees in the background should be on the official BMW brochure. Give kudos to your photographer -- it's that good.

I will definitely have to look into doing the ceramic treatment when I get my car. Is there any scientific explanation as to why it makes colors more vibrant? Interesting product.

I agree with you. I think Donington has the right mix of metallic flake, color and sheen to match up nicely with the stock grills. I'm inclined to leave mine stock too.

Have you passed 1200 miles yet? Have you noticed any changes in performance?

Thanks for the nice comments on the photos. The credit goes to Mike, mik3ymomo. I highly recommend a ceramic coating to protect the paint. It also seems to keep the car cleaner, especially after driving through the rain.

I have just over 2000 miles now. The 1200 break-in period was the toughest part to get through. Once you break it in, you'll see the extraordinary power this vehicle has, especially when you shift close to the red line in each gear...AMAZING!

Mik3ymomo · 08-05-2015, 06:44 AM

I would like to see what this SUV can run at the track.

AwesomeM3 · 08-05-2015, 06:51 AM

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I would like to see what this SUV can run at the track.

Yeah, yeah, yeah...once the weather gets a little cooler we'll go.

It's been way too hot and the humidity is killing me! I need to figure out how to use the Launch Control too.

savela · 08-09-2015, 05:33 PM

That contrast stitching is stunning!

THOR48 · 05-01-2016, 10:13 AM

Doing research for my new F85 and saw this - research done. An amazing statement - well done.

Ryngo · 05-01-2016, 01:05 PM

Wowsers!! These pics are awesome! Nice shots Mike. Car looks awesome ... Especially when it's all cleaned up like that.

ARam · 05-04-2016, 03:02 PM

To add to the list. Though i share some photos so please enjoy... If you want a higher resolution just click on the picture.....

Alberta · 05-05-2016, 04:24 AM

Beautiful car and beautiful pictures !

ARam · 05-05-2016, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Can-am

Beautiful car and beautiful pictures !

Thanks

Mik3ymomo · 05-05-2016, 09:11 PM

Ryngo · 05-05-2016, 09:55 PM

Dude those are the best interior shots I've ever seen. The mugello looks absolutely insane!! Man alive I know what interior I'm getting next.

Nice pics Mike - sure wish we were friends!!

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BMWOO7 BMW CCA #505303 43 Rep 185 Posts Drives: 2015 X5M / 2013 SVT Raptor Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Illinois iTrader: (0)	Very nice. I just bought mine in the same color with Full Silverstone interior. I didn't read through all 5 pages yet, but may I ask what this 'Ceramic' coating is? I've only got 104 miles on it so before the weather changes, I'd like to put some nice protection on it. Thanks! __________________ 2015 BMW X5M F85 ///M
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08-05-2015, 06:44 AM	#123
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Ryngo Second Lieutenant 129 Rep 253 Posts Drives: 2016 F85 X5///M, DG Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Baltimore County, MD iTrader: (0)	Dude those are the best interior shots I've ever seen. The mugello looks absolutely insane!! Man alive I know what interior I'm getting next. Nice pics Mike - sure wish we were friends!!
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