Is $500 for a M tech steering wheel & carbon fiber interior trim a good deal?

Rons335i · 11-09-2012, 12:21 AM

My friend is parting out and selling his parts to me from his old e90 335i.

Carbon fiber interior trim 8 piece. ($800)
m tech steering wheel ($450)

Labor to install is going to be $120 at ltbmw.

Will the carbon fiber look good in a gray interior?
Does the Mtech steering make a big difference?
Is this a good deal.

I'll be paying $500 + $120 labor.

Thanks guys.

#Tee · 11-09-2012, 12:42 AM

Interior upgrades are always worth it esp the thicker steering wheel cause you see and feel it every time you drive. That price is fair for labor.

Eric335 · 11-09-2012, 07:35 AM

ltbmw will do you right. if you have the money, so it! interior upgradea are always worth it

KwlAznKid · 11-09-2012, 08:50 AM

steering wheel makes a huge difference imo, not just because of looks but the overall feeling you get when you drive the car.

gpb · 11-09-2012, 10:25 AM

I really like the steering wheel on my Msport E93, so I'd definitely recommend that as an upgrade.

As for carbon fiber trim, I wouldn't bother. Maybe I'm too old to appreciate it as a decorative piece, but to me it seems a bit shouty in a "look at me look at me look at me now!" way. JMHO.

Delusive · 11-09-2012, 10:34 AM

I'd definitely get the steering wheel, I just changed mines to the Perforated Leather Sports Steering Wheel yesterday and I love the feel of it but for the interior trim i'd get it if it makes you happy, if you have a nice trim already there's no need to buy the CF.

zamboni · 11-09-2012, 10:37 AM

Do the Mtech wheel it's absolute worth the upgrade.

boostbuddy · 11-09-2012, 11:43 AM

Ditto on wheel. LUVVV mine

theblackmamba · 11-09-2012, 12:02 PM

*msport

joec500 · 11-09-2012, 12:36 PM

+1 one of the most UNDER RATED mods. It's actually super easy to install yourself, just unplug the battery before you mess with the Airbag

Desert_Fox · 11-09-2012, 01:01 PM

Absolutely do it. I have the OEM BMW Carbon fibre trim and it is wonderful, gets as many compliments as the red interior in my car. The M sport wheel is a nice touch too. Labor is reasonable, I paid $100 to install my trim, so $120 for wheel too is right. You could install it yourself, but snapping one of the clips on the old trim or the new one will ruin your day

bimmerfrk · 11-09-2012, 03:13 PM

I think the real question is can you sleep at night knowing you paid 500 dollars for a piece of plastic that you stuck on your steering wheel to make your self feel good?

bimmerfrk · 11-09-2012, 03:14 PM

Oh 3m sells carbon wrap much cheaper than 500 dollars... imo.... keep posting!

tphss · 11-09-2012, 04:48 PM

$500 for the steering wheel + trim? For sure worth it.
Sport / M-Sport steering wheel is one of the best I wrapped my hands around.

EYE4SPEED · 11-09-2012, 06:09 PM

OEM CF or wrap? That is a good deal, jump on it.

Wheel price is ok, get a buddy discount for buying both.

Rons335i · 11-09-2012, 06:29 PM

Just installed

KwlAznKid · 11-09-2012, 06:37 PM

can't say i'm a fan of silver cf on gray

i thought we were talking about black cf here

Rons335i · 11-09-2012, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KwlAznKid

can't say i'm a fan of silver cf on gray

i thought we were talking about black cf here

It's real carbon fiber with tons of clear coat. It looks lighter in the picture.

incantana · 11-09-2012, 08:05 PM

black would have been better....but I think it looks good.

EYE4SPEED · 11-10-2012, 06:34 AM

Not OEM... black would have matched better, but if you like it that is all that matters. Definitely an upgrade from wood.

JoeyBananaz18 · 11-10-2012, 08:06 AM

I too was under the impression that it was black. I'd lose the steering wheel trim because it just stands out too much. Maybe you could find someone who would want to trade?

11-09-2012, 12:21 AM	#1
Rons335i Private 34 Rep 70 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Anaheim iTrader: (0)	Is $500 for a M tech steering wheel & carbon fiber interior trim a good deal? My friend is parting out and selling his parts to me from his old e90 335i. Carbon fiber interior trim 8 piece. ($800) m tech steering wheel ($450) Labor to install is going to be $120 at ltbmw. Will the carbon fiber look good in a gray interior? Does the Mtech steering make a big difference? Is this a good deal. I'll be paying $500 + $120 labor. Thanks guys.
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#Tee Major General 557 Rep 5,367 Posts Drives: yes Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Socal iTrader: (2)	Interior upgrades are always worth it esp the thicker steering wheel cause you see and feel it every time you drive. That price is fair for labor. __________________ You can follow my builds on IG: Tee212
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Eric335 Colonel 130 Rep 2,489 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 SG 335i 6MT Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SW Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [7.66]	ltbmw will do you right. if you have the money, so it! interior upgradea are always worth it __________________
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KwlAznKid Brigadier General 352 Rep 3,036 Posts Drives: BMW/MERCEDES/PORSCHE Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Los Angeles/Fremont USC/UCSD Alum iTrader: (6)	steering wheel makes a huge difference imo, not just because of looks but the overall feeling you get when you drive the car. __________________ BMW E93 M3 / Mercedes Benz W209 CLK500 BMW E64 650I(sold) / BMW E92 328I(sold) / BMW E46 M3(sold) / BMW E92 335I(sold) Porsche 996 911 C2(sold) / BMW E46 325CI(totaled)
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11-09-2012, 10:25 AM	#5
gpb First Lieutenant 5 Rep 393 Posts Drives: 335i Cabrio Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	I really like the steering wheel on my Msport E93, so I'd definitely recommend that as an upgrade. As for carbon fiber trim, I wouldn't bother. Maybe I'm too old to appreciate it as a decorative piece, but to me it seems a bit shouty in a "look at me look at me look at me now!" way. JMHO.
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11-09-2012, 10:34 AM	#6
Delusive Lieutenant Colonel 131 Rep 1,598 Posts Drives: Bagged E92 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (9)	I'd definitely get the steering wheel, I just changed mines to the Perforated Leather Sports Steering Wheel yesterday and I love the feel of it but for the interior trim i'd get it if it makes you happy, if you have a nice trim already there's no need to buy the CF. __________________ Instagram Youtube
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11-09-2012, 11:43 AM	#8
boostbuddy New Member 4 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 335i LeMans Blue Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA iTrader: (0)	Ditto on wheel. LUVVV mine __________________ JB4 G5 ISO\|DCI\|MSport\|Premium\|Cold Weather\|6AT\|Nav\|Paddles\|Comfort Access\|PDC
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joec500 Brigadier General 125 Rep 3,004 Posts Drives: it has 4 wheels Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (10)	+1 one of the most UNDER RATED mods. It's actually super easy to install yourself, just unplug the battery before you mess with the Airbag __________________ 2007 E92 6MT SGM: MusicarNW Level 2, Procede Rev 2.5, FFTEC/Vishnu LPFP with Flexfuel Sensor and Flash, M3 Offset V701's, WaveTrac LSD, Michelin PSS, Downpipes, M3 Control Arms, TCKline D/A Suspension, LCI Tail lights, Lux AE's, ER Charge Pipe, DCI's, Mtech Front and Rear, M3 Sideskirts, HPF Stage 1 Clutch
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Desert_Fox Drop-Top Turbo 181 Rep 598 Posts Drives: 2013 991 C2S/ 2013 335is E93 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 335is E93 [10.00]	Absolutely do it. I have the OEM BMW Carbon fibre trim and it is wonderful, gets as many compliments as the red interior in my car. The M sport wheel is a nice touch too. Labor is reasonable, I paid $100 to install my trim, so $120 for wheel too is right. You could install it yourself, but snapping one of the clips on the old trim or the new one will ruin your day __________________ Current 2013 Porsche 991 Carrera S [Agate Gray] [Black] PDK, PASM, Sport Chrono, Sport Seats, Sport Techno Wheels, BOSE Current 2013 BMW 335is E93 [Mineral White] [Coral Red] DCT, Premium Pkg, Convenience Pkg, Nav, Heated Seats, HK, BMW Apps
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bimmerfrk Lieutenant 591 Rep 534 Posts Drives: Ferrari Red F83 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Tristate Area iTrader: (0)	I think the real question is can you sleep at night knowing you paid 500 dollars for a piece of plastic that you stuck on your steering wheel to make your self feel good?
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11-09-2012, 03:14 PM	#13
bimmerfrk Lieutenant 591 Rep 534 Posts Drives: Ferrari Red F83 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Tristate Area iTrader: (0)	Oh 3m sells carbon wrap much cheaper than 500 dollars... imo.... keep posting!
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tphss das Eichhörnchen 45 Rep 279 Posts Drives: e92 M3, F32 435xi Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	$500 for the steering wheel + trim? For sure worth it. Sport / M-Sport steering wheel is one of the best I wrapped my hands around.
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EYE4SPEED Ex-Diesel Driver 62 Rep 2,000 Posts Drives: Audi SQ5 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: West Coast... of Michigan iTrader: (22)	OEM CF or wrap? That is a good deal, jump on it. Wheel price is ok, get a buddy discount for buying both. __________________ FS: HRE Center Caps http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...post13972317l]
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Rons335i Private 34 Rep 70 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Anaheim iTrader: (0)	Just installed
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KwlAznKid Brigadier General 352 Rep 3,036 Posts Drives: BMW/MERCEDES/PORSCHE Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Los Angeles/Fremont USC/UCSD Alum iTrader: (6)	can't say i'm a fan of silver cf on gray i thought we were talking about black cf here __________________ BMW E93 M3 / Mercedes Benz W209 CLK500 BMW E64 650I(sold) / BMW E92 328I(sold) / BMW E46 M3(sold) / BMW E92 335I(sold) Porsche 996 911 C2(sold) / BMW E46 325CI(totaled)
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incantana Captain 42 Rep 663 Posts Drives: 2019 Z06/Z07 3LZ; 2008 E93 M3 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (3)	black would have been better....but I think it looks good.
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EYE4SPEED Ex-Diesel Driver 62 Rep 2,000 Posts Drives: Audi SQ5 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: West Coast... of Michigan iTrader: (22)	Not OEM... black would have matched better, but if you like it that is all that matters. Definitely an upgrade from wood. __________________ FS: HRE Center Caps http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...post13972317l]
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JoeyBananaz18 Brigadier General 398 Rep 4,084 Posts Drives: metrocard Join Date: May 2009 Location: Whitestone, NY iTrader: (3)	I too was under the impression that it was black. I'd lose the steering wheel trim because it just stands out too much. Maybe you could find someone who would want to trade? __________________ 7/18/09- I pick up my baby- 2009 E92 335i Xdrive, Space Gray over Coral Red. Premium Pkg, Cold Weather Pkg, M-Sport Pkg, 193Ms, Gloss Black grills, Custom Gloss Black Mirrors, Performance shift and E-brake boot, M3 spoiler, Euro fog switch, gloss black interior tim, Coco-Mats (red/black), H&R coilovers, 19'' Alufelgen SF-71s......
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