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kayfaz · 09-10-2013, 07:39 AM

M3 or Performance rear spoiler?

Also I hear there are different types of Performance spoilers, apparently one's lifted and the other isn't?

ChasVS · 09-10-2013, 10:22 AM

OEM CF Performance all the way!

The Rep Performance spoilers are low kick versions. The OEM CF Performance Spoiler is a high kick and worth very penny!

Yvette · 09-11-2013, 04:12 AM

might as well go for OEM, replicas price varies and not worth it
funny thing is it ranges 150-300 for the same product by different sellers and stating they are high kick as OEM which isn't or at least not high as OEM

kayfaz · 09-11-2013, 04:34 AM

Any linkys to an OEM one? Not sure if I want to pay an arm and a leg for the 'higher kick' lol

ChasVS · 09-11-2013, 09:21 AM

You don't just get a higher kick on the spoiler. You get a REAL Carbon Fiber Spoiler. Weighs just a few ounces and looks great!
Here's the link: http://www.getbmwparts.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

Those replicas are plastic, heavy, and will fade over time. I know, I had a couple of them trying to save a few bucks. In the end, I got the real deal and wished I had done it in the first place!

ChasVS · 09-11-2013, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by e90sexion

might as well go for OEM, replicas price varies and not worth it
funny thing is it ranges 150-300 for the same product by different sellers and stating they are high kick as OEM which isn't or at least not high as OEM

They kinda look like the OEM, but only if you've never seen a real one in person. Really no comparison between the Reps and OEM version!

shadow191 · 09-11-2013, 09:43 AM

If you want a high kick one, go OEM. If you want a low kick one, just buy the cheapest rep on eBay, it's like $150 (vendors here and on eBay all get them from the same basic places, so the only difference is price). I have one from eBay and it's fine. Finish, weave, and fitment are good. Been on for 8 months now without fade, but I don't leave the car parked outside much.

Mine had M3 when I bought it, but for me it was too subtle, so when I had the car wrapped, I put on a Performance rep.

bob.g · 09-11-2013, 04:52 PM

id get the rep high kick from e92-lighting
http://www.e92-lighting.com/bmw-ange...k-performance/

its 216$ if you use the coupon code.

OEM is 450$.

JGMODS · 09-11-2013, 05:10 PM

Kayfaz,

It's honestly all personal preference. Some people prefer strictly OEM parts regardless of the high prices for personal peace of mind. No rep will ever fit 100% like an OEM piece and that is a fact, no matter what lies some companies will try to through your way, which imho is not a good business practice. You will save a substantial amount of money by purchasing a replica version of a product but the fitment may be a percent or two off, and most people are OK with that. As far as my knowledge extends, I'm pretty sure there isn't a 100% high kick performance trunk spoiler replica that imitates the OEM perf trunk spoiler to the dot.

As far as choosing between the m3 style or performance style, it comes down to which style speaks to you the most. M3 style is more subtle where as the performance style is more aggressive.

I hope this helps.

Best,
Jay

ChasVS · 09-11-2013, 05:28 PM

Well said!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JGMODS

Kayfaz,

It's honestly all personal preference. Some people prefer strictly OEM parts regardless of the high prices for personal peace of mind. No rep will ever fit 100% like an OEM piece and that is a fact, no matter what lies some companies will try to through your way, which imho is not a good business practice. You will save a substantial amount of money by purchasing a replica version of a product but the fitment may be a percent or two off, and most people are OK with that. As far as my knowledge extends, I'm pretty sure there isn't a 100% high kick performance trunk spoiler replica that imitates the OEM perf trunk spoiler to the dot.

As far as choosing between the m3 style or performance style, it comes down to which style speaks to you the most. M3 style is more subtle where as the performance style is more aggressive.

I hope this helps.

Best,
Jay

TeinBMW · 09-11-2013, 05:54 PM

performance man!!!!! m3 spoiler is to thin imo...i like the performance look...nice size spoiler..if not go with a cls!!!

Yvette · 09-15-2013, 10:08 PM

OEM hold its value, so why get rep

acerboo · 09-16-2013, 09:47 AM

have had 2 cars with the oem performance one works of art and worth every penny (UK!)

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kayfaz Lieutenant 33 Rep 573 Posts Drives: F10 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Reading, UK iTrader: (1)	e92 - M3 or Performance rear spoiler? M3 or Performance rear spoiler? Also I hear there are different types of Performance spoilers, apparently one's lifted and the other isn't?
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ChasVS Colonel 41 Rep 2,431 Posts Drives: 2012 MB ML350 Bluetec Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Central FL iTrader: (10)	OEM CF Performance all the way! The Rep Performance spoilers are low kick versions. The OEM CF Performance Spoiler is a high kick and worth very penny! __________________ My speeding isn't the problem. It's the Slow Folks ahead of me that cause accidents!
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Yvette Major General 772 Rep 7,409 Posts Drives: M Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (19)	might as well go for OEM, replicas price varies and not worth it funny thing is it ranges 150-300 for the same product by different sellers and stating they are high kick as OEM which isn't or at least not high as OEM
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kayfaz Lieutenant 33 Rep 573 Posts Drives: F10 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Reading, UK iTrader: (1)	Any linkys to an OEM one? Not sure if I want to pay an arm and a leg for the 'higher kick' lol
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ChasVS Colonel 41 Rep 2,431 Posts Drives: 2012 MB ML350 Bluetec Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Central FL iTrader: (10)	You don't just get a higher kick on the spoiler. You get a REAL Carbon Fiber Spoiler. Weighs just a few ounces and looks great! Here's the link: http://www.getbmwparts.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462 Those replicas are plastic, heavy, and will fade over time. I know, I had a couple of them trying to save a few bucks. In the end, I got the real deal and wished I had done it in the first place! __________________ My speeding isn't the problem. It's the Slow Folks ahead of me that cause accidents!
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09-11-2013, 09:43 AM	#7
shadow191 Lieutenant Colonel 182 Rep 1,681 Posts Drives: 2017 Volvo XC90 R-Design Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: GA iTrader: (3)	If you want a high kick one, go OEM. If you want a low kick one, just buy the cheapest rep on eBay, it's like $150 (vendors here and on eBay all get them from the same basic places, so the only difference is price). I have one from eBay and it's fine. Finish, weave, and fitment are good. Been on for 8 months now without fade, but I don't leave the car parked outside much. Mine had M3 when I bought it, but for me it was too subtle, so when I had the car wrapped, I put on a Performance rep.
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09-11-2013, 04:52 PM	#8
bob.g Captain 21 Rep 677 Posts Drives: 2006 325xi Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: montreal iTrader: (1)	id get the rep high kick from e92-lighting http://www.e92-lighting.com/bmw-ange...k-performance/ its 216$ if you use the coupon code. OEM is 450$.
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09-11-2013, 05:10 PM	#9
JGMODS Banned 242 Rep 3,708 Posts Drives: E90 335i Modded Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: US iTrader: (19) Garage List 2007 BMW 335I [0.00] 2007 BMW 335i [6.88]	Kayfaz, It's honestly all personal preference. Some people prefer strictly OEM parts regardless of the high prices for personal peace of mind. No rep will ever fit 100% like an OEM piece and that is a fact, no matter what lies some companies will try to through your way, which imho is not a good business practice. You will save a substantial amount of money by purchasing a replica version of a product but the fitment may be a percent or two off, and most people are OK with that. As far as my knowledge extends, I'm pretty sure there isn't a 100% high kick performance trunk spoiler replica that imitates the OEM perf trunk spoiler to the dot. As far as choosing between the m3 style or performance style, it comes down to which style speaks to you the most. M3 style is more subtle where as the performance style is more aggressive. I hope this helps. Best, Jay
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TeinBMW Lieutenant Colonel 134 Rep 1,946 Posts Drives: 2011 335xi Msport, Conv, Tech Join Date: May 2013 Location: Calgary iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW 335xi [7.00]	performance man!!!!! m3 spoiler is to thin imo...i like the performance look...nice size spoiler..if not go with a cls!!! __________________ \|11 335XI N55 \| M SPORT \| VRSF CP \| BMW PE \| BMS INSTAKE \| VRSF 7" IC \| MHD STAGE 2+ \| ER CP \|
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Yvette Major General 772 Rep 7,409 Posts Drives: M Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (19)	OEM hold its value, so why get rep
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09-16-2013, 09:47 AM	#13
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