E93 replacement xenons

greenberet123 · 08-23-2017, 07:05 PM

Hi guys,

Want to replace my xenon for my E93 as im getting a right low beam malfunction warning.

There seem to be many of them online with very different prices:

1. Ebay - $15 - http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-D1S-35W-O....c100338.m3726

2. Philips - $55 - https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Singl...ype=automotive

3. OSRAM Sylvania - $70 - https://www.oembimmerparts.com/BMW-3...shoppingengine

Was wondering which one is the best and if any of these are duds.

Thanks!

mizta insane · 08-23-2017, 07:56 PM

All these bulb you posted are crap/fake.

Do your self a favor and get these

https://www.theretrofitsource.com/bu...66144-cbh.html

robthewrench · 08-24-2017, 08:17 AM

I would avoid the Ebay one, because it is most likely a knock-off and low quality.

The phillips bulb is widely carried at most automotive part suppliers and is a decent replacement. I can't speak to the color match to the existing OEM bulb.

Johnny Boost · 08-24-2017, 08:59 AM

#3 is the stock bulb and the right one to buy. You can get it from almost any auto parts store. I highly recommend replacing both at the same time.

mxchris727 · 08-24-2017, 12:13 PM

#3 is OEM and a good price. Go with that

MyCar · 08-24-2017, 01:22 PM

PowerBulbs.com is listed on both Phillips' and Osram's website as their online vendor.

I've been looking to go with something cooler in temp. 5000K is a pure white with no blue tint. Phillips Xenon WhiteVision Gen2 is a pure white 5000K bulb. Stock is a yellower 4300K. When shopping, keep in mind anything over 5500K and output starts to diminish.

Also, since PowerBulbs is a UK company, your credit card company may charge an international fee. My Visa charges 3%, but PowerBulbs has 20% off so I don't care, plus I know I'm purchasing an authentic product from a site recommended by both companies.

The Nightman · 08-24-2017, 02:34 PM

I would also consider Osram CBI which are 5500K. New models come with them standard and their pure white colour look much better

MyCar · 08-24-2017, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by freedomfries

I would also consider Osram CBI which are 5500K. New models come with them standard and their pure white colour look much better

Good info, I didn't know this. I looked on realoem for 2017 models and couldn't find the Osram CBI. Where did find this info?

Do you know what temp the angel eyes are on new 2017 cars?

The Nightman · 08-24-2017, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MyCar

Good info, I didn't know this. I looked on realoem for 2017 models and couldn't find the Osram CBI. Where did find this info?

Do you know what temp the angel eyes are on new 2017 cars?

Sorry, forgot to specify that they're OE on Mercedes models.

greenberet123 · 08-24-2017, 07:26 PM

The cooler ones are definitely more sexy.

Would this be the right one to get then?

http://www.hidconcept.com/d1s-osram-...cbi-hid-bulbs/

greenberet123 · 09-13-2017, 01:52 AM

Went with OSRAM Sylvania. Here is how it looks. Thanks everyone for your suggestions!

08-23-2017, 07:05 PM	#1
greenberet123 Private First Class 54 Rep 171 Posts Drives: E93 Join Date: May 2017 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	E93 replacement xenons Hi guys, Want to replace my xenon for my E93 as im getting a right low beam malfunction warning. There seem to be many of them online with very different prices: 1. Ebay - $15 - http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-D1S-35W-O....c100338.m3726 2. Philips - $55 - https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Singl...ype=automotive 3. OSRAM Sylvania - $70 - https://www.oembimmerparts.com/BMW-3...shoppingengine Was wondering which one is the best and if any of these are duds. Thanks!
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mizta insane Private First Class 34 Rep 124 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	All these bulb you posted are crap/fake. Do your self a favor and get these https://www.theretrofitsource.com/bu...66144-cbh.html
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robthewrench Captain 267 Rep 950 Posts Drives: 11 E90 335i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Columbus OH iTrader: (0)	I would avoid the Ebay one, because it is most likely a knock-off and low quality. The phillips bulb is widely carried at most automotive part suppliers and is a decent replacement. I can't speak to the color match to the existing OEM bulb. __________________ bone stock
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Johnny Boost Colonel 326 Rep 2,016 Posts Drives: '21 M850i GC Join Date: May 2013 Location: TBD iTrader: (0)	#3 is the stock bulb and the right one to buy. You can get it from almost any auto parts store. I highly recommend replacing both at the same time. __________________ WedgePerformance E40 MHD \| Performance Exhaust Mod \| BMS DP \| Vibrant 1790 \| BMS Intake \| VRSF CP \| xHP Stage 3 Michelin PSS \| M3 Control Arms LUX v4 LEDs \| Shadowline Grills \| Lip Spoiler
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mxchris727 Captain 196 Rep 665 Posts Drives: '03 M5, '06 325i, '12 M3 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Westport, CT iTrader: (0)	#3 is OEM and a good price. Go with that __________________ BMW GT1 (INPA, DIS, WinKFP, ect..), ISTA/P & /D is up and running! PM me if you want to stop by and code your car.
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MyCar Private First Class 46 Rep 137 Posts Drives: E90 335i xDrive Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California iTrader: (0)	PowerBulbs.com is listed on both Phillips' and Osram's website as their online vendor. I've been looking to go with something cooler in temp. 5000K is a pure white with no blue tint. Phillips Xenon WhiteVision Gen2 is a pure white 5000K bulb. Stock is a yellower 4300K. When shopping, keep in mind anything over 5500K and output starts to diminish. Also, since PowerBulbs is a UK company, your credit card company may charge an international fee. My Visa charges 3%, but PowerBulbs has 20% off so I don't care, plus I know I'm purchasing an authentic product from a site recommended by both companies.
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The Nightman Cometh 1306 Rep 1,445 Posts Drives: Boy's Soul Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Boy's Hole iTrader: (4) Garage List E90 LCI "330i& ... [10.00]	I would also consider Osram CBI which are 5500K. New models come with them standard and their pure white colour look much better
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greenberet123 Private First Class 54 Rep 171 Posts Drives: E93 Join Date: May 2017 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	The cooler ones are definitely more sexy. Would this be the right one to get then? http://www.hidconcept.com/d1s-osram-...cbi-hid-bulbs/
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greenberet123 Private First Class 54 Rep 171 Posts Drives: E93 Join Date: May 2017 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	Went with OSRAM Sylvania. Here is how it looks. Thanks everyone for your suggestions!
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