M3 mirror conversion

CPWINCH · 02-28-2011, 02:14 PM

I have a E90 LCI and hate the way the mirrors look. I want to do a M3 mirror conversion. How much would it cost and whose done it?

Noxious_ · 02-28-2011, 03:51 PM

I heard its expensive. Not alot of help I know.......

Craig@SupremePower · 02-28-2011, 03:56 PM

straight swap... i have em on my E92 but your looking at $1400-$1800 depending on if u have high gloss trim and want fold in option on E90 or E92... and then of course you have to have the mirror caps painted!!

CPWINCH · 02-28-2011, 07:10 PM

damn

klove83 · 02-28-2011, 10:10 PM

Wanna try these and let us know the fitment and quality???

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E...item20b70f213d

klove83 · 02-28-2011, 10:11 PM

Or:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/M3-si...item20b5d38548

CPWINCH · 02-28-2011, 10:39 PM

not down for ebay shit lol

Jred22 · 02-28-2011, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by klove83

Wanna try these and let us know the fitment and quality???

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E...item20b70f213d

lolz

Craig@SupremePower · 02-28-2011, 10:43 PM

just say no to that ebay shiet!!

klove83 · 02-28-2011, 10:56 PM

Someones going to end up trying them out

1QuikWS6 · 03-01-2011, 03:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by klove83

Someones going to end up trying them out

Someone already did

There was a post - he said they are basically a fiberglass totally one-piece housing that you have to swap in all your mirror mechanical parts to make it work. He ended up not doing it...

Craig@SupremePower · 03-01-2011, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

Someone already did

There was a post - he said they are basically a fiberglass totally one-piece housing that you have to swap in all your mirror mechanical parts to make it work. He ended up not doing it...

klove83 · 03-01-2011, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

Someone already did

There was a post - he said they are basically a fiberglass totally one-piece housing that you have to swap in all your mirror mechanical parts to make it work. He ended up not doing it...

Well that was a fail on his part that he just "quit" because he had to swap over the motor onto the m3 mirrors... it states you have to do that to make them fold anyways.

1QuikWS6 · 03-02-2011, 02:24 AM

Here's the link to the mfg. 'Cargym' mirror details:

http://www.cargym.com/bmw-e92-e93-co...07-p-1544.html

And from this post where someone tried them:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ight=m3+mirror

'Alrighty guys and gals... So I finally received the M3 mirror set, which took about roughly two weeks and was expected as they came from China. My initial thought upon opening the box was nice!! They looked bad ass! My second thought when I pulled them out was, whoa, these things are freaking heavy! Upon closer inspection I noticed a few blemishes throughout the black part of the mirror housing and that the cover was not a cover at all. The entire mirror is a fiberglass mold of an M3 mirror and you will not be able to swap them out as it is one solid piece. I contacted CarGym and they said the blemishes were because of the fiberglass and most of the products come that way. The mirror is just your basic mirror like the one you get all sexy in during the morning at your home, nothing fancy. Once the mirrors are purchased, you'll receive an e-mail with instructions on how to install the mirrors, which I'll post up along with the mirrors themselves. I did send them out to paint and will attempt to install them on Monday 20th so I'll report back on my findings and have some close-up pics of the mirrors and installation instructions.'

'Back with somewhat of a verdict... The paint shop where the mirrors were done would not touch them fearing mechanical failure because of the work required to do the install correctly, yet stated they were still unsure if they would work at all. I then took them over to two other locations that deal with BMW vehicles to get a second opinion. From their outlook, both stated the mirrors would not work without somehow altering the inside of the mirror housing to correctly house and hold the motor in place, but would be pointless as the mirror would not work properly. Not sure of the work required to have em’ work properly or if it can even be done, but will put them up for sale if anyone is willing to give it a try.'

So if you're hot on installing these - hit him up, looks like he'll have no problem getting rid of them...

gtabfknkdnme · 03-02-2011, 02:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Craig@SupremePower

just say no to that ebay shiet!!

not always the case. gotta pick and choose. if product isnt as described, file a dispute and get ur money back. pretty simple.

usually ebay works

gaifaun · 03-02-2011, 04:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtabfknkdnme

not always the case. gotta pick and choose. if product isnt as described, file a dispute and get ur money back. pretty simple.

usually ebay works

ebay is awesome but just be careful when purchaisng cosmetic parts for your car where fitment and paint match plays a vital role.

I had a horrible experience with ebay once for buying splitters but it was resolved eventually through paypal dispute.

it was a waste of time. typing essay like replies for the paypal dispute case to prove my point was already time consuming not to mention taking pictures and videos of the product. all this back and forth caused stress and time.

Paypal does not cover everything. I had to pay the return shipping on my own dime. What a hell of a transaction. never parts for my car on ebay again. Its safer to stick to vendors here

Craig@SupremePower · 03-02-2011, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtabfknkdnme

not always the case. gotta pick and choose. if product isnt as described, file a dispute and get ur money back. pretty simple.

usually ebay works

no i agree you can find some deals but imo when it comes to parts like these get the real deal or don't bother..

kahoho1 · 10-27-2011, 12:30 AM

Another M3 wanna be.

Mr_PharmD · 10-27-2011, 01:53 AM

why are u bringin up OLD threads?

CPWINCH · 10-27-2011, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_PharmD

why are u bringin up OLD threads?

seriously lol. all my hopes and dreams is for my car to look like an m3, you cought me buddy

KN| BMW · 10-27-2011, 12:56 PM

I have purchased 5 sets from them. One set is M5 style, they all look perfect. The seller is really friendly as well.

If you want some pic of my car, I will post them for you.

All are manual Fold, electric glass adjustable .

I think the Cargym also takes source from where I bought the Replica M3 Mirror. They do have M5 for S5 as well.

Here is the website ( Thailand)

www.nvdautosport.com

I hope you will like them

He was a vendor on this forum but not anymore.

Very recommended!

CPWINCH · 10-27-2011, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by findanemo

I have purchased 5 sets from them. One set is M5 style, they all look perfect. The seller is really friendly as well.

If you want some pic of my car, I will post them for you.

All are manual Fold, electric glass adjustable .

I think the Cargym also takes source from where I bought the Replica M3 Mirror. They do have M5 for S5 as well.

Here is the website ( Thailand)

www.nvdautosport.com

I hope you will like them

He was a vendor on this forum but not anymore.

Very recommended!

i would love to see some pics. thanks for the info man

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Craig@SupremePower G.O.A.T.! 1018 Rep 74,992 Posts Drives: '18 GMC Yukon XL Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (14)	straight swap... i have em on my E92 but your looking at $1400-$1800 depending on if u have high gloss trim and want fold in option on E90 or E92... and then of course you have to have the mirror caps painted!!
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klove83 Captain 68 Rep 653 Posts Drives: Red E90, Red E36 M3 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Colorado Springs, CO iTrader: (1) Garage List 1968 Dodge Charger R/T [10.00]	Wanna try these and let us know the fitment and quality??? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E...item20b70f213d __________________
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CPWINCH Brigadier General 741 Rep 4,635 Posts Drives: Toyota Prius Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (7)	not down for ebay shit lol __________________ Follow my BMW instagram @CARMODIFICATION Let me know you are from bimmerpost and i'll follow back
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klove83 Captain 68 Rep 653 Posts Drives: Red E90, Red E36 M3 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Colorado Springs, CO iTrader: (1) Garage List 1968 Dodge Charger R/T [10.00]	Someones going to end up trying them out __________________
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03-02-2011, 02:24 AM	#14
1QuikWS6 No 55mph 1629 Rep 8,495 Posts Drives: F32 435ix MSport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Blitzburgh, PA iTrader: (113) Garage List 2022 BMW M440ix Vert [0.00] 2015 BMW 435ix MSport [0.00] 2000 Pontiac Trans Am [0.00]	Here's the link to the mfg. 'Cargym' mirror details: http://www.cargym.com/bmw-e92-e93-co...07-p-1544.html And from this post where someone tried them: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ight=m3+mirror 'Alrighty guys and gals... So I finally received the M3 mirror set, which took about roughly two weeks and was expected as they came from China. My initial thought upon opening the box was nice!! They looked bad ass! My second thought when I pulled them out was, whoa, these things are freaking heavy! Upon closer inspection I noticed a few blemishes throughout the black part of the mirror housing and that the cover was not a cover at all. The entire mirror is a fiberglass mold of an M3 mirror and you will not be able to swap them out as it is one solid piece. I contacted CarGym and they said the blemishes were because of the fiberglass and most of the products come that way. The mirror is just your basic mirror like the one you get all sexy in during the morning at your home, nothing fancy. Once the mirrors are purchased, you'll receive an e-mail with instructions on how to install the mirrors, which I'll post up along with the mirrors themselves. I did send them out to paint and will attempt to install them on Monday 20th so I'll report back on my findings and have some close-up pics of the mirrors and installation instructions.' 'Back with somewhat of a verdict... The paint shop where the mirrors were done would not touch them fearing mechanical failure because of the work required to do the install correctly, yet stated they were still unsure if they would work at all. I then took them over to two other locations that deal with BMW vehicles to get a second opinion. From their outlook, both stated the mirrors would not work without somehow altering the inside of the mirror housing to correctly house and hold the motor in place, but would be pointless as the mirror would not work properly. Not sure of the work required to have em’ work properly or if it can even be done, but will put them up for sale if anyone is willing to give it a try.' So if you're hot on installing these - hit him up, looks like he'll have no problem getting rid of them... __________________ F32 435ix//MGM//M Sport-Prem-Tech-Driver Assist-Lighting-Cold Weather-Dyn Handling Pkgs//M4 Black Lthr Int w/M4 Alum Blade Trim//HK w/Bavsound Stg3//763M//M4 Euro LCI Tails//M4 Mirrors w/CF Covers//AWCarbon CF F/R Spoilers-Side Splitters-Diffuser 6WB/ID6 HU+HUD/IND M4 Alcantara Armrest//PURE S2 Turbo//AA FMIC+DP//ER CP+TIC//3.5bar TMAP/TS DV//AWE Tuning Exh w/Blk Tips//Turner MS CF Intake//BM3 Cary Jordan Tune//MPerf Diff//PrecRW Ignition Kit
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KN\| BMW Lieutenant 24 Rep 411 Posts Drives: E90LCI to GTRS5 WideBody M3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Vietnam - HCM iTrader: (0)	I have purchased 5 sets from them. One set is M5 style, they all look perfect. The seller is really friendly as well. If you want some pic of my car, I will post them for you. All are manual Fold, electric glass adjustable . I think the Cargym also takes source from where I bought the Replica M3 Mirror. They do have M5 for S5 as well. Here is the website ( Thailand) www.nvdautosport.com I hope you will like them He was a vendor on this forum but not anymore. Very recommended!
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