2009 E90 Facelift updated picture - Page 3 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

E90SLAM · 07-03-2008, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by LI E90

98% of the population that shops 3 series will hardly notice the changes

and 99.9% of the 98% population are females???

mapezzul · 07-03-2008, 11:12 AM

As promised: marketing images of the new LCI E90/91.

http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/03...91-lci-photos/

jetblk328i · 07-03-2008, 12:13 PM

looks good!

crex · 07-03-2008, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mapezzul

As promised: marketing images of the new LCI E90/91.

http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/03...91-lci-photos/

awesome!
shouldnt you make this a separate post

mapezzul · 07-03-2008, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crex

awesome!
shouldnt you make this a separate post

Feel free to, I do not want to look like I am advertising (for a site w/o sponsors.. lol

). I just want to keep people informed!

3er858 · 07-03-2008, 01:06 PM

It's interesting to see the sketches with the recessed front middle section. The spy pics of the "real" car look to have a raised middle section. I wonder which is accurate. I can't wait to see good pics of the tail! Overall, it looks to be an improvement...

+1 for M-Tech being available at order.:crossing fingers:

mapezzul · 07-03-2008, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3er858

It's interesting to see the sketches with the recessed front middle section. The spy pics of the "real" car look to have a raised middle section. I wonder which is accurate. I can't wait to see good pics of the tail! Overall, it looks to be an improvement...

+1 for M-Tech being available at order.:crossing fingers:

I could not agree more... I am perplexed still as to which is the "correct" bumper. I was implicitly told early on that the recess would be gone and from the spy pics the black was making the recess but the raised middle was still visible. I wonder what is up as well...

still better than a spy shot!

flyer333 · 07-03-2008, 02:42 PM

its true most ppl wont see the difference

slipknot · 07-03-2008, 02:48 PM

I dont see anything , same car to me

3er858 · 07-03-2008, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slipknot

I dont see anything , same car to me

If you look at where the front license plate goes... "spy shots" show that section sticking out further than the area of the bumper under the headlights... In the new photos/sketches (not sure which) that area is NOT sticking out (like '06-'08 models). I hope that makes sense... It's a pretty big difference IMO.

d3l0n · 07-03-2008, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Antinontoxic

Had some time so here comes... based on pics in this thread

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=141911

nice job, i agree with everyone else in saying
it does look more aggresive!

Haywire · 07-03-2008, 09:40 PM

looks like ss.

Bimmerforlife · 07-03-2008, 10:32 PM

Is anyone else confused about the design of the tails? What I don't understand is why would the design of the 3 series changed from L shaped to the current design in 2006 and then 3 yrs later change again to a notched shaped design? Would it constitute that the BMW was not totally happy with who created the 2006 taillight design so then 3 years later they created a "notched" effect? Why not just make it go back to the L shaped to create the look it originated from (history past)?

I think the notched looks better but it still needs some more white in it or at least more yellow. I wonder if that's still possible?

mapezzul · 07-03-2008, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmerforlife

Is anyone else confused about the design of the tails? What I don't understand is why would the design of the 3 series changed from L shaped to the current design in 2006 and then 3 yrs later change again to a notched shaped design? Would it constitute that the BMW was not totally happy with who created the 2006 taillight design so then 3 years later they created a "notched" effect? Why not just make it go back to the L shaped to create the look it originated from (history past)?

I think the notched looks better but it still needs some more white in it or at least more yellow. I wonder if that's still possible?

From what I gather, BMW had designed the tails to originally be a different design altogether but when Audi released the redesigned A4 right before the E90 was to be released they both had the same lights... so they created the current ones and when the coupe was finalized the light cluster took on a different look... so in a sense BMW had to redesign the future of their tails b/c Audi already was using it.... and so is Honda!

Double White · 07-04-2008, 01:20 AM

Now I'm glad I have an '07

wooter · 07-04-2008, 02:36 AM

http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/03...91-lci-photos/

I am pleasantly surprised by the front!

3er858 · 07-04-2008, 03:15 AM

Hey Mapezzul, (or anyone else for that matter) Do you know what's different about the new aluminum trim compared to the old? Is it similar to the aluminum in the 1-series? (A bit off topic, I know)

325IAT · 07-04-2008, 04:07 AM

There are a few new things coming:

- Heated steering wheel
- Tasman (X6 color) is available
- A new red color
- New wheels
- New iDrive

I have the whole list in my office.

C

LEDZEP · 07-05-2008, 09:04 AM

One significant change that is not shown in the Pshop is that the mirrors will be different. They will be much larger - and probably more squared (pronounce "uglier"), due to American's inablility to understand how to use and adjust them and the new DOT regulations that require them to be the size of a dressing room mirror to compensate.

Oops, too much editorializing? Anyway, the mirrors WILL be different. Also keep in mind that in the U.S. we will now have the fugly bicycle reflector in the front fender. You'll never see that in the marketing photos (because everyone knows how ugly it is).

I'm still on the fence about the cosmetic changes, even though I'm considering a '09 E91. I like the loss of the chrome milk moustache in favor of a proper kidney grill, but I'd have to see those hood ridges in person, or at least better real photos.

Bimmerforlife · 07-05-2008, 10:19 AM

Check out the new idrive video, wonder if this will be in the re-freshed 3 series. I can't read german on Navi. lol

http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/05...-idrive-video/

chaz58 · 07-07-2008, 06:46 AM

I saw the hood in the plant a couple of weeks ago. Its gonna look like that...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Abe Froman

Here's to hoping the hood doesn't look quite like that.

Abe Froman · 07-07-2008, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chaz58

I saw the hood in the plant a couple of weeks ago. Its gonna look like that...

Eh...based on the marketing images it looks a lot better than the photoshop in the OP.

07-03-2008, 11:12 AM	#46
mapezzul Special Agent Drives: Depends on the day! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bavaria Posts: 1,728 iTrader: (1)	As promised: marketing images of the new LCI E90/91. http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/03...91-lci-photos/ Last edited by mapezzul; 07-03-2008 at 11:53 AM.

07-03-2008, 12:13 PM	#47
jetblk328i Colonel Drives: Jet blk 328i Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hershey PA Posts: 2,419 iTrader: (1)	looks good! __________________ 07 328i, jet black/black. heated seats, auto. Mods:Chromed Grille,Ipod,BMW All Weather Floor Mats-if you call that a mod. Mods Coming soon:,Blacklines,Chrome Tips, OEM xenons.......

07-03-2008, 01:06 PM	#50
3er858 First Class Privates Drives: AW LCI, Daytona 675 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The AV Posts: 600 iTrader: (0)	It's interesting to see the sketches with the recessed front middle section. The spy pics of the "real" car look to have a raised middle section. I wonder which is accurate. I can't wait to see good pics of the tail! Overall, it looks to be an improvement... +1 for M-Tech being available at order.:crossing fingers: __________________ LCI 335i \| AW/Blk/Aluminum \| 6sp \| ZSP \| Nav \| Logic7\| CA LTBMW \| VMR V710's\| Nitto \| H&R \| LUX H8's \| M-Sport Front \| Perf. Rear \| Matte Black Grills \| M3 Lip \| JL CF Splitters \| BMS \| Muffler Delete

07-03-2008, 02:42 PM	#52
flyer333 GSS CORP. Drives: E90/E93 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada Posts: 1,597 iTrader: (3)	its true most ppl wont see the difference __________________ Don't teach a pig how to read, it's a waste of time and it annoys the pig.

07-04-2008, 01:20 AM	#59
Double White Second Lieutenant Drives: Crimson Red e90 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 232 iTrader: (0)	Now I'm glad I have an '07 __________________

07-03-2008, 02:48 PM	#53
slipknot Lieutenant Drives: omega 2.5 Join Date: May 2008 Location: rotterdam Posts: 413 iTrader: (0)	I dont see anything , same car to me

07-03-2008, 09:40 PM	#56
Haywire Haywire, brand new BMW owner :D Drives: 328i coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 780 iTrader: (0)	looks like ss.

07-03-2008, 10:32 PM	#57
Bimmerforlife Karen Carpenter-a star on earth-a star in heaven Drives: 2011 335i Sedan Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: FL Posts: 707 iTrader: (0)	Is anyone else confused about the design of the tails? What I don't understand is why would the design of the 3 series changed from L shaped to the current design in 2006 and then 3 yrs later change again to a notched shaped design? Would it constitute that the BMW was not totally happy with who created the 2006 taillight design so then 3 years later they created a "notched" effect? Why not just make it go back to the L shaped to create the look it originated from (history past)? I think the notched looks better but it still needs some more white in it or at least more yellow. I wonder if that's still possible?

07-04-2008, 02:36 AM	#60
wooter Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4 M Interlagos Blue Join Date: May 2007 Location: Belgium Posts: 41 iTrader: (0)	http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/03...91-lci-photos/ I am pleasantly surprised by the front! __________________ 2006 Interlagos Blue BMW Z4 M Roadster

07-04-2008, 03:15 AM	#61
3er858 First Class Privates Drives: AW LCI, Daytona 675 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The AV Posts: 600 iTrader: (0)	Hey Mapezzul, (or anyone else for that matter) Do you know what's different about the new aluminum trim compared to the old? Is it similar to the aluminum in the 1-series? (A bit off topic, I know) __________________ LCI 335i \| AW/Blk/Aluminum \| 6sp \| ZSP \| Nav \| Logic7\| CA LTBMW \| VMR V710's\| Nitto \| H&R \| LUX H8's \| M-Sport Front \| Perf. Rear \| Matte Black Grills \| M3 Lip \| JL CF Splitters \| BMS \| Muffler Delete

07-04-2008, 04:07 AM	#62
325IAT Lord Of The Fjords Drives: 325i Coupe Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Oslo, Norway Posts: 134 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325iAT [0.00] 2006 325iAT [0.00]	There are a few new things coming: - Heated steering wheel - Tasman (X6 color) is available - A new red color - New wheels - New iDrive I have the whole list in my office. C __________________ Coming: E91 325d - Black Sapphire - Dakota leather black - M-Package - Comfort-Package - Navi Professional - HiFi Professional - Bluetooth - 230 Wheels - Active Steering - Tinted windows

07-05-2008, 09:04 AM	#63
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.93] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	One significant change that is not shown in the Pshop is that the mirrors will be different. They will be much larger - and probably more squared (pronounce "uglier"), due to American's inablility to understand how to use and adjust them and the new DOT regulations that require them to be the size of a dressing room mirror to compensate. Oops, too much editorializing? Anyway, the mirrors WILL be different. Also keep in mind that in the U.S. we will now have the fugly bicycle reflector in the front fender. You'll never see that in the marketing photos (because everyone knows how ugly it is). I'm still on the fence about the cosmetic changes, even though I'm considering a '09 E91. I like the loss of the chrome milk moustache in favor of a proper kidney grill, but I'd have to see those hood ridges in person, or at least better real photos. __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

07-05-2008, 10:19 AM	#64
Bimmerforlife Karen Carpenter-a star on earth-a star in heaven Drives: 2011 335i Sedan Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: FL Posts: 707 iTrader: (0)	Check out the new idrive video, wonder if this will be in the re-freshed 3 series. I can't read german on Navi. lol http://www.bimmerfile.com/2008/07/05...-idrive-video/

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