Damaged hubby's chrome Interior BMW

Jodub22

Hello!
I dented the chrome strip on the dashboard of my hubby's car today
The strip above the glove compartment?
I am hoping to replace it before he flips the lid
Can any one give me an idea what cost I'm facing to replace this strip?
Also any tips where I can purchase the part online as I can only find full interior kits?

Any advice great!
Ps advice along the lines of 'don't drive your husbands BMW' is not really helpful at the min lol
2008 E60 550i

colm_mcm

Assuming this is the aluminium effect strip that has the centre vents in it?

The likes of partfinder.ie might throw up a breaker with the right part

MetzgerMeister

Don't feel too bad, the interiors of the E60/E90/E92 all dent and mark very easily. The aluminium in my E92 is covered in tiny marks and dents.

You could try www.partfinder.ie for the part. I don't think the fact that it's a 550i would make a difference as the interiors are usually the same so you could get an aluminium panel from a 520d if there's one out there and it will fit perfectly.

Just remember that if you ask for one for a 550i, you more than likely will end up paying more than if you ask for one for a 520d even though it's the same part.

mickdw

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Don't feel too bad, the interiors of the E60/E90/E92 all dent and mark very easily. The aluminium in my E92 is covered in tiny marks and dents.

You could try www.partfinder.ie for the part. I don't think the fact that it's a 550i would make a difference as the interiors are usually the same so you could get an aluminium panel from a 520d if there's one out there and it will fit perfectly.

Just remember that if you ask for one for a 550i, you more than likely will end up paying more than if you ask for one for a 520d even though it's the same part.

Surely bmw will sell individual pieces.

dbrunson

Jodub22 wrote: »

Hello!
I dented the chrome strip on the dashboard of my hubby's car today
The strip above the glove compartment?
I am hoping to replace it before he flips the lid
Can any one give me an idea what cost I'm facing to replace this strip?
Also any tips where I can purchase the part online as I can only find full interior kits?

Any advice great!
Ps advice along the lines of 'don't drive your husbands BMW' is not really helpful at the min lol
2008 E60 550i

Serve him a ham sandwich and a beer wearing nothing and then give him the news, doubt he'll give a damn.

MetzgerMeister

mickdw wrote: »

Surely bmw will sell individual pieces.

Of course they will, I never said they wouldn't!

I had a look an realoem and it only goes as far as february 2007 for the 550i in Europe.

Jodub22

It's his Beemer..oh he'll give a damn
I'll try part finder thank you! I could only find full interior kits any other site I found! Yep it's the strip with centre vents ..

mickdw

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Of course they will, I never said they wouldn't!

I had a look an realoem and it only goes as far as february 2007 for the 550i in Europe.

Sorry didnt mean to quote you there. Just telling the op to call the dealer and they should have it in in quick time.

Jodub22

mickdw wrote: »

Sorry didnt mean to quote you there. Just telling the op to call the dealer and they should have it in in quick time.

Thanks, I do plan to call them tomorrow. my hubby has been driving BMWs a few years now and I know buying parts directly from a BMW dealer can be more expensive so I'm looking for cheaper options at the moment

challengemaster

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Of course they will, I never said they wouldn't!

I had a look an realoem and it only goes as far as february 2007 for the 550i in Europe.

I'm surprised there's even a 550i in Ireland ....

And I hit the same problem, only goes to 2007. But judging by this:

http://bmwfans.info/parts/catalog/E60/Sedan/Europe/550i-N62N/2007/browse/vehicle_trim/decorative_strips_aluminium/

Decorative strip, alum., I-panel, left
51 45 6 951 053

ALU FEINSCHLIFF
Right-hand drive

€82.10

expensive!

MetzgerMeister

You'd be surprised, these parts aren't as expensive as you might think.

CM - the question as to whether or not there's a 550i in Ireland, let alone a 2008 550i is something that has been spinning around in my mind since I saw this thread :pac:

Although, very possibly imported from the UK.

Merl1n

no harm in trying your nearest main dealer at least you will have a starting point at the cost of the part

Eric Cartman

dbrunson wrote: »

Serve him a ham sandwich and a beer wearing nothing and then give him the news, doubt he'll give a damn.

ahahahahahaa, its a 550i, nobody bought those 'for the craic' unless her yoga instructor , sisters and good looking friend are coming over to do the same, i think he'll care

robbie99

Part numbers for the 520d are the same as the 550i when it comes to the interior trim.

It looks like you're looking for #2 in this - http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=NW52&mospid=50116&btnr=51_5086&hg=51&fg=45 - part no 51456951053.

Not sure how much an Irish dealer will charge but the UK cost is £201 from here - http://www.cooper-bmw-parts.co.uk/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&sku=51456951053&Search=Go&page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&option=com_virtuemart

EDIT: Challengemaster above has this part for €82!!

Jodub22

challengemaster wrote: »

I'm surprised there's even a 550i in Ireland ....

And I hit the same problem, only goes to 2007. But judging by this:

http://bmwfans.info/parts/catalog/E60/Sedan/Europe/550i-N62N/2007/browse/vehicle_trim/decorative_strips_aluminium/[/

Oh just asked my hubby it's a 520d I'm sooooooo sorry! I'll assume they are slightly different so.. How stupid do I feel now!!!!!

MetzgerMeister

LOL It's a 520d, he will not give a flying fook about it

:pac:

Jodub22

I'm such a dope I had the wrong car model sorry everyone!! Thanks for the advice tho!! It's a 520d he drives lol and I'm going to assume the 550i is slightly better
Sorry again (yep I'm blonde )

Kenny Logins

He might be very flattered that you thought it was a 550, that should work in your favour.

robbie99

MetzgerMeister wrote: »

Of course they will, I never said they wouldn't!

I had a look an realoem and it only goes as far as february 2007 for the 550i in Europe.

It's the "E60 LCI" from March 2007 on..

MetzgerMeister

robbie99 wrote: »

It's the "E60 LCI" from March 2007 on..

It's actually the E60 520d :pac:

challengemaster

Kenny Logins wrote: »

He might be very flattered that you thought it was a 550, that should work in your favour.

Might think she's deaf either

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA6ctJOn-_4

:pac:

Jodub22

Jodub22 wrote: »

I'm such a dope I had the wrong car model sorry everyone!! Thanks for the advice tho!! It's a 520d he drives lol and I'm going to assume the 550i is slightly better
Sorry again (yep I'm blonde )

Has hubby gone and stuck a 550i badge on it?

Stinicker

This forum will have the best advice on how to handle the matter.
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=1533

Voodoomelon

No 550i in Ireland then? Boo.

galwaytt

Lol.....the chauvinist in me is tempted to know if the marks were caused by killer heels. ..? !

shinkansen

disappointing, was hoping to see pics of the ops hubby's '550i..'


does such a car exist, if it does whats the point when you can get a M5.

anthony4335

Tell him thats what he gets for not buying the 550i. What you need to do is take some 180 sand paper to the corner of one of the bumpers and I will say it may take a while from him to notice the little dent inside. But be sure to do this just after he has driven the car. Failing that ebay.

TouchingVirus

shinkansen wrote: »

disappointing, was hoping to see pics of the ops hubby's '550i..'


does such a car exist, if it does whats the point when you can get a M5.

Of course it exists, it's a 4.4L 362bhp V8 6-speed. The M5 is a 5L 500bhp v8 7-speed with the accompanying price tag of an ///M car, you can shave serious cash off the price opting for a 550i if it's being offered.

corktina

seeems you wont even need the ham sandwich now, so theres a saving!

Tea 1000

TouchingVirus wrote: »

Of course it exists, it's a 4.4L 362bhp V8 6-speed. The M5 is a 5L 500bhp v8 7-speed with the accompanying price tag of an ///M car, you can shave serious cash off the price opting for a 550i if it's being offered.

4.8 actually in the E60.

OP, you could always rent one and swap!
Failing that, I'd try the naked route as suggested. He'll be fine. Tell him it's 5 years old now and time it was upgraded to an F10.

Kenny Logins

Funnily enough, I was behind a woman in a 550i this morning. I've seen it around a few times but always just assumed it was another 520 (with German style plates), it wasn't until I was right behind it this morning I spotted the badge, otherwise I'd never have known it was a 550. A real sleeper, the badge is the only clue.

Waaaaiit a minute.. :pac:

listermint

Kenny Logins wrote: »

Funnily enough, I was behind a woman in a 550i this morning. I've seen it around a few times but always just assumed it was another 520 (with German style plates), it wasn't until I was right behind it this morning I spotted the badge, otherwise I'd never have known it was a 550. A real sleeper, the badge is the only clue.

Waaaaiit a minute.. :pac:

Except a 520D as a single exhaust pipe and the 550I has twin exhaust pipes (left side)

Kenny Logins

listermint wrote: »

Except a 520D as a single exhaust pipe and the 550I has twin exhaust pipes (left side)

No, pretty sure the badge is the only difference. :pac:

listermint

Kenny Logins wrote: »

No, pretty sure the badge is the only difference. :pac:

Youd be pretty wrong then wouldnt you

Kenny Logins

Can you not see these :pac: ?

Andrew_Doran

shinkansen wrote: »

does such a car exist, if it does whats the point when you can get a M5.

In the 550i's favour:

Manual gearbox available in Europe, unlike the M5 (I think)
It's low profile, so less likely to be nicked
It's cheaper

Sobanek

Voodoomelon wrote: »

No 550i in Ireland then? Boo.

Diplomats drive them. Saw a black 550i at Westmoreland St. recently.

Voodoomelon

I love the idea of the 550i. Same as the E39 540i.

Most owners could probably afford the respective M5 no problem, but choose not to get one. Very cool.

mickdw

Id really love to know if the ops husband has actually got a 550 badge on the back of the 520d.
Last weekend I saw a bog standard mercedes cls 320cdi with cls 63 amg badging on the back. Its a nice car as is. Why make a tool of yourself doing that crap.

Tea 1000

Voodoomelon wrote: »

I love the idea of the 550i. Same as the E39 540i.

Most owners could probably afford the respective M5 no problem, but choose not to get one. Very cool.

That is kind of cool alright. I know a guy like that. Test drove the E39 M5 at the time, thought it a bit too firm for his liking and went for the 540i.
Same a few years later, thought the M6 was a bit too firmly setup, so opted for a 650i instead. Nice to know there are folk out there who don't need to look at the price tag when making a decision!

shinkansen

lol at someone putting a 550i badge on a bmw..

some people...

would not be surprised if i saw it on a 316i

dingding

Or a felt spec Golf

shinkansen

with a R32 badge on the back.

GTDolanator

550i has class,M5 is a bit of a rich thugs car.Id have both at the drop of a hat tho

Mar4ix

I had to deal with one (number years ago) , BMW 535 E34 , with shy 1.8 .l, badge at the back. wonder why people do this ? want to impress somebody how powerful is his 1.8 ?

Kenny Logins

Mar4ix wrote: »

I had to deal with one (number years ago) , BMW 535 E34 , with shy 1.8 .l, badge at the back. wonder why people do this ? want to impress somebody how powerful is his 1.8 ?

So it wouldn't get nicked.

Mar4ix

Kenny Logins wrote: »

So it wouldn't get nicked.

My knowledge in BMW exterior differences is near to nothing, But i think , there is some difference between them two. who know BMW , they would know, what engine it has ? Or 518 and 535 (with auto box) would look exactly same ?

Kenny Logins

Mar4ix wrote: »

My knowledge in BMW exterior differences is near to nothing, But i think , there is some difference between them two. who know BMW , they would know, what engine it has ? Or 518 and 535 (with auto box) would look exactly same ?

Yeah, I would think so too, but I do think that is the logic behind 'badging down' a car's spec.

Kenny Logins

...or maybe it was '1.8 on the logbook'.

Mar4ix

Kenny Logins wrote: »

...or maybe it was '1.8 on the logbook'.

Well, thats was not in Ireland, down in my native country, engine size wouldnt make any difference at that time in tax or insurance. Person, who was driving that bmw was ... id say bad person, everyone was looking for him. :cool:

ofcork

Saw a 5 series 06 or 07 i think in cork badged 550i and also a fake white 08 "M5".