Raj's 335i - The Build (Updated Pics)

Sukh Singh · 11-14-2016, 05:06 AM

looking good Raj cant wait to see it finished!

was it more cost effective build the arches up than buying two rear quarters?

Lockman_321 · 11-14-2016, 05:59 AM

I havent been on the forums for a while as hadnt had an update but thought i would have a look and the first thing I see is raj's conversion plan!

Its going to look amazing when done mate!!

RajB · 11-15-2016, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Sukh Singh

looking good Raj cant wait to see it finished!

was it more cost effective build the arches up than buying two rear quarters?

Cheers

Certainly getting there.

The rear quarters from the dealers even with my pretty good discount they still worked out £700 each ish.

Getting the arches done as I am has worked out way less than that.

RajB · 11-15-2016, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Lockman_321

I havent been on the forums for a while as hadnt had an update but thought i would have a look and the first thing I see is raj's conversion plan!

Its going to look amazing when done mate!!

Thanks buddy.

It's not quite for the faint hearted LOL.

Will upload some more pics shortly.

Sparky68 · 11-15-2016, 01:50 PM

Coming together nicely Raj

RajB · 11-15-2016, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sparky68

Coming together nicely Raj

Slowly but surly.

RajB · 11-15-2016, 04:06 PM

Few more pics:

Showing they do match up both sides:

mob17 · 11-16-2016, 05:55 AM

Can't wait to see the final pics

RajB · 11-17-2016, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by mob17

Can't wait to see the final pics

Agreed. The over all finish point has moved as the arch work has delayed it by a week and means Ungie can't get her in till next Thursday now.

RajB · 11-17-2016, 11:09 AM

So offside arch metalwork sorted:

Ao1 · 11-17-2016, 01:04 PM

So just the re-spray to go? Are you going for the same colour? Thanks for taking the time to document it so well. It must have been quite nerve racking, but the end result will be worth it. Did I see it right that the bumper is a Frankenstein mix of an M3 and 335? It gives it a totally unique edge.The wheel flare on the M3, particularly the front, is such an assume look. Nice for the wheel options as well.

RajB · 11-17-2016, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Ao1

So just the re-spray to go? Are you going for the same colour? Thanks for taking the time to document it so well. It must have been quite nerve racking, but the end result will be worth it. Did I see it right that the bumper is a Frankenstein mix of an M3 and 335? It gives it a totally unique edge.The wheel flare on the M3, particularly the front, is such an assume look. Nice for the wheel options as well.

Yup once this part is complete it's just the respray. I am sticking with the same colour as I like the titan silver and it holds true to its origins. It's been very exciting seeing the arches cut etc as it was a bit like when having the roof done.

The bumper is a hybrid of the two but I can't claim credit for that as I got that inspiration from Az.

Can't wait for the finished article and seeing the wheels properly in there.

Greg330 · 11-17-2016, 04:08 PM

I love what you decided to do with the bumper. It's going to be awesome!!

RajB · 11-21-2016, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg330

I love what you decided to do with the bumper. It's going to be awesome!!

Cheers buddy. Idea was taken from Az as I too didn't want to go with quads.

RajB · 11-21-2016, 03:13 PM

So the final updates for the arch work.

Filler applied and smoothed:

Getting ready for primer:

Primered.....:

Finally all together and collected yesterday:

Few little bits to sort still and then off for paint on Thursday.

R99 · 11-21-2016, 03:17 PM

Excellent mate.

Who did the arch work?

Is it wider than a stock M3?

Full respay I assume?

RajB · 11-21-2016, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by R99

Excellent mate.

Who did the arch work?

Is it wider than a stock M3?

Full respay I assume?

Cheers.

Work was done by Lemass Automotive based in Gerrards Cross.

It's pretty much on par with the M3 as they used the bumper and side skirt lines to marry up to.

Yeah basically a full respray apart from maybe the roof sides.

Ao1 · 11-22-2016, 08:43 AM

Hi Raj, looking good. Have you thought about getting the shadowline exterior trim sprayed black? Would blend in well if black with roof, boot, wheels and mirrors.

edit, and black gills lol.

RajB · 11-24-2016, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Ao1

Hi Raj, looking good. Have you thought about getting the shadowline exterior trim sprayed black? Would blend in well if black with roof, boot, wheels and mirrors.

edit, and black gills lol.

Hi buddy.

Yeah I have thought about it. Was looking at the original parts but even with my discount (which is nearly cost) they are like £800

Might have them sprayed but as the car is silver I actually don't mind it tbf. Will see.

Sukh Singh · 11-24-2016, 05:29 AM

looking ace Raj,

need to see this in flesh or metal lol......seriously tempted to do this with a saloon

I think my car may be RIP after the bump I've had

RajB · 11-25-2016, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Sukh Singh

looking ace Raj,

need to see this in flesh or metal lol......seriously tempted to do this with a saloon

I think my car may be RIP after the bump I've had

No worries once done can meet up.

I'm seriously liking how it's come together.

Hopefully they won't write it off but suppose depends how bad the damage.

RajB · 11-25-2016, 01:58 AM

STAGE 2 BEGINS

So after the work done getting the arches sorted it's now with Ungie Singh who is a true legend and painter extraordinaire. Respray time to get her looking spot on again.

Ungie really is a true asset to the modding scene. With real dedication too.

Here's the pics so far.

Winters are on:

Getting ready for a strip down:

So it starts:

11-14-2016, 05:06 AM	#573
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11-15-2016, 01:50 PM	#577
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11-17-2016, 01:04 PM	#583
Ao1 Captain 109 Rep 604 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: England iTrader: (3)	So just the re-spray to go? Are you going for the same colour? Thanks for taking the time to document it so well. It must have been quite nerve racking, but the end result will be worth it. Did I see it right that the bumper is a Frankenstein mix of an M3 and 335? It gives it a totally unique edge.The wheel flare on the M3, particularly the front, is such an assume look. Nice for the wheel options as well.
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11-17-2016, 04:08 PM	#585
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11-21-2016, 03:13 PM	#587
RajB Brigadier General 455 Rep 3,306 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Midlands iTrader: (4)	So the final updates for the arch work. Filler applied and smoothed: Getting ready for primer: Primered.....: Finally all together and collected yesterday: Few little bits to sort still and then off for paint on Thursday. __________________ E92 335i / M3 Hybrid - The Build Last edited by RajB; 12-08-2017 at 08:39 AM..
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11-21-2016, 03:17 PM	#588
R99 Banned 1116 Rep 2,597 Posts Drives: 2016 330d F31 Touring Join Date: May 2013 Location: England, United Kingdom iTrader: (1)	Excellent mate. Who did the arch work? Is it wider than a stock M3? Full respay I assume?
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11-22-2016, 08:43 AM	#590
Ao1 Captain 109 Rep 604 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: England iTrader: (3)	Hi Raj, looking good. Have you thought about getting the shadowline exterior trim sprayed black? Would blend in well if black with roof, boot, wheels and mirrors. edit, and black gills lol.
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Sukh Singh Second Lieutenant 24 Rep 217 Posts Drives: 330d Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Midlands iTrader: (0)	looking ace Raj, need to see this in flesh or metal lol......seriously tempted to do this with a saloon I think my car may be RIP after the bump I've had
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RajB Brigadier General 455 Rep 3,306 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Midlands iTrader: (4)	STAGE 2 BEGINS So after the work done getting the arches sorted it's now with Ungie Singh who is a true legend and painter extraordinaire. Respray time to get her looking spot on again. Ungie really is a true asset to the modding scene. With real dedication too. Here's the pics so far. Winters are on: Getting ready for a strip down: So it starts: __________________ E92 335i / M3 Hybrid - The Build Last edited by RajB; 12-08-2017 at 08:40 AM..
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