About to spend $1500 on OEM M3 Mirrors.

PKL · 09-03-2011, 10:22 AM

I think the mirrors on the E90 are really lame and the opposite of sporty, changing these out will make a HUGE difference to the look of the car. I wish they weren't so spendy but oh well.

Unless anyone has OEM mirrors they want to sell me between now and Tuesday morning, I'll be ordering all these parts new from Tischer.

Part Description Part Number Price
getbmwparts.com

Left Mirror Assembly 51168044795 $466.05
Right Mirror Assembly 51168044796 $466.05

Left Mirror Cover 51168043225 $59.82
Right Mirror Cover 51168043226 $59.82

Set of Mirror Base Plates 51168044800 $12.45

Set of Retaining Elements 51168044793 $14.09

Fillister Head Screws 7146961019 $0.41
total $2.46

Left Mirror Glass 51167230979 $222.38

Right Mirror Glass 51167230980 $233.26

TOTAL COST $1,536.38

krnet2dboi · 09-03-2011, 10:36 AM

$1500 for a mirror is just...

Vesar · 09-03-2011, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by krnet2dboi

$1500 for a mirror is just...

+1

O HELLA BMW · 09-03-2011, 10:49 AM

I would sell you mine but it doesn't fit e90 sedans lol

PKL · 09-03-2011, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by krnet2dboi

$1500 for a mirror is just...

To each their own.

Some will spend that money on Cast Replica wheels, which I think is an equal waste of money.

PKL · 09-03-2011, 11:13 AM

If you think $1500 for mirrors is a waste of money, what do you call this:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=575535

DrDurt · 09-03-2011, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by PKL

If you think $1500 for mirrors is a waste of money, what do you call this:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=575535

He has everything else M on there though.

You could get yourself a nice exhaust set-up for 1500, or an Msport bumper, or new wheels, or OSS headlights. The list is endless, I feel for the little difference it makes its not worth the money, but if you've got the money to burn its your car man.

P.S.- I like my cast replica wheels, and so do the bitches.

PKL · 09-03-2011, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by DrDurt

He has everything else M on there though.

You could get yourself a nice exhaust set-up for 1500, or an Msport bumper, or new wheels, or OSS headlights. The list is endless, I feel for the little difference it makes its not worth the money, but if you've got the money to burn its your car man.

My car has M-Sport, I don't want an exhaust. The M3 mirrors are frankly one of the only mods I intend to do to the car, which is why I am not so concerned with the price of the mod.

Tint, CDV mod, SSK, M3 Mirrors, Michelin PS2s

That is about the extent of my mod list.

rollinstone157 · 09-03-2011, 11:32 AM

I think you should get an exhaust/quad diffuser first, then get some really nice MORR or HRE wheels and rubber, a tune (I'm not even going to suggest one simply to avoid starting a flame war, check the N55 engine tuning section), OSS rings or a DIY-job, oh, and a hardwired V1 radar detector.

PKL · 09-03-2011, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by rollinstone157

oh, and a hardwired V1 radar detector.

Got it already

Everything else you mentioned I am simply not interested in.

Keep my car conservative and understated.

My car will have the "Performance Edition" tune, I'll live with that for a few months until I get bored with it, then upgrade.

DesiRoc · 09-03-2011, 01:13 PM

Lol nice. Personally I wouldn't, but to each his own.

Cuba · 09-03-2011, 02:03 PM

Too much imo

Mr_PharmD · 09-03-2011, 02:26 PM

If the OP is content about the price then let him spend his 1500 how ever he wants...just dont forget to add the 5 dollar handling fees + shipping cost to that total.

merchomini · 09-03-2011, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrDurt

He has everything else M on there though.

You could get yourself a nice exhaust set-up for 1500, or an Msport bumper, or new wheels, or OSS headlights. The list is endless, I feel for the little difference it makes its not worth the money, but if you've got the money to burn its your car man.

P.S.- I like my cast replica wheels, and so do the bitches.

Hahaha, i like alot of the replica wheels out there, and some of them are made extremely well, but i have to agree 1500$ for m mirrors is a down right waste.

Your car of course, but if you reallly wanted it, you would have pulled the trigger already not posted up about it. Theres a long list of things to do before 1500 dollar mirrors

MangoConChile · 09-03-2011, 02:41 PM

nice man, looking forward to seeing your ride at one of the local meets

exclusivo · 09-03-2011, 02:49 PM

pre-lci mirrors> lci mirrors

PKL · 09-03-2011, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by merchomini

but if you reallly wanted it, you would have pulled the trigger already not posted up about it. Theres a long list of things to do before 1500 dollar mirrors

Tee212 · 09-03-2011, 03:36 PM

Just hold out for a used set and save a few hundred?

onebadmofo · 09-03-2011, 03:37 PM

They will not fit. There are a bunch of people that have already tried it.

PKL · 09-03-2011, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by onebadmofo

They will not fit. There are a bunch of people that have already tried it.

That is blatantly wrong.

Anyway, thanks for convincing me this is a waste of money guys.

Just went out and spent $800 on a new set of Ping Irons and a new bag.

bulldog_yyc · 09-03-2011, 05:53 PM

^ ahh man - was interested in getting these eventually and wanted to see your installed pics

PKL · 09-03-2011, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by turkish335

^ ahh man - was interested in getting these eventually and wanted to see your installed pics

I will absolutely buy them used if I can find them.

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PKL Brigadier General 846 Rep 3,274 Posts Drives: 2020 M4, 2022 X6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Fernando Valley iTrader: (1)	About to spend $1500 on OEM M3 Mirrors. I think the mirrors on the E90 are really lame and the opposite of sporty, changing these out will make a HUGE difference to the look of the car. I wish they weren't so spendy but oh well. Unless anyone has OEM mirrors they want to sell me between now and Tuesday morning, I'll be ordering all these parts new from Tischer. Part Description Part Number Price getbmwparts.com Left Mirror Assembly 51168044795 $466.05 Right Mirror Assembly 51168044796 $466.05 Left Mirror Cover 51168043225 $59.82 Right Mirror Cover 51168043226 $59.82 Set of Mirror Base Plates 51168044800 $12.45 Set of Retaining Elements 51168044793 $14.09 Fillister Head Screws 7146961019 $0.41 total $2.46 Left Mirror Glass 51167230979 $222.38 Right Mirror Glass 51167230980 $233.26 TOTAL COST $1,536.38 __________________
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rollinstone157 Brotographer 88 Rep 1,741 Posts Drives: F30 335xi Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: US iTrader: (0)	I think you should get an exhaust/quad diffuser first, then get some really nice MORR or HRE wheels and rubber, a tune (I'm not even going to suggest one simply to avoid starting a flame war, check the N55 engine tuning section), OSS rings or a DIY-job, oh, and a hardwired V1 radar detector.
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Mr_PharmD Major 44 Rep 1,030 Posts Drives: 335i coupe Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fresno iTrader: (19)	If the OP is content about the price then let him spend his 1500 how ever he wants...just dont forget to add the 5 dollar handling fees + shipping cost to that total.
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