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      08-26-2015, 08:47 AM   #1
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Small review: CF pillar trim

Being obsessed with the CF weave, and seeing this thread here, http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=901131&page=7 (shout out to Dylan for the heads up) I decided to check out Bimmian's CF pillar trim product.

The shipping was pretty swift and arrived very well protected and secure.

The 2 trim pieces come with a complete backing of 3M adhesive; however, this is not your general double sided tape (red back). It is much thinner and a clear color across the entire backing.

It took a few seconds to toss on after confirming fitment with backs unpeeled.

Here are a few pictures for your interest.







Honestly, at first I was like 'meh' about them. They seemed kind of tacky. However, after a day - I have to say, I kind of have no regrets.

The quality on these are actually very, very impressive. The weave is flawless and the clear style coating is wax like smooth. This is no cheap looking wrap, it looks fantastic and authentic.

Besides, worse case they are easy to remove (I'd imagine with heat and force). But for now, it seems to compliment my CF interior and exterior accents.

Worth noting, if you're interested in these, just ensure you clean the glass surface before use for best results.

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I think it looks better with them off. I just don't like the way they sit on glass it looks flat no beveled edge.
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I think it looks better with them off. I just don't like the way they sit on glass it looks flat no beveled edge.
You're right. I was thinking if they were flush with the trim to the left it might look more sleek and streamlined.
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You're right. I was thinking if they were flush with the trim to the left it might look more sleek and streamlined.
Dont get me wrong I love CF, overall not bad
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i dont like how it breaks up the gloss black/tint look on the windows. you've created a break in the flow. overall it fits well and if you like it thats all that matter.
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your adding a pillar that wasnt there.
pillarless widows are an upgrade in style.
grass is always greener i guess
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Heh, you guys are actually nicer than I was expecting :P

I'll get a picture from further away after work.
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I actually like them. Although before and after pictures would help me choose.
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Hope it doesn't yellow. Prefer the stock look imo.
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Hope it doesn't yellow. Prefer the stock look imo.
Yeah, that's my fear. We'll see though.
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This screams fake CF from a mile away, looks terrible IMO.

I see from your description that these are actual CF, they still look like fake wrap, that's disturbing.
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How did you do the black window trim? I hate the stock look of the window trim.
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This screams fake CF from a mile away, looks terrible IMO.

I see from your description that these are actual CF, they still look like fake wrap, that's disturbing.
Can't win em all. It looks great. I'll get more distant pics for the whole theme.
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How did you do the black window trim? I hate the stock look of the window trim.
Part of the sport package I believe. People do wrap them though. Or dip. I suggest the former.
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Part of the sport package I believe. People do wrap them though. Or dip. I suggest the former.
Interesting. I wonder if the OEM black trim is available.
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