How many people prefer 6000k over 5000k d1s HID? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

mashimarho · 03-01-2012, 12:00 PM

Obviously, we all hate the 4300k, but I'm looking to upgrade to something 'nicer.' I'm trying to stay close to the OEM look, but I may be thinking 6000k is too blue? I know 8000k is overkill, but I'm also thinking 5000k is not enough.

Anyone that can chime in, feel free to help.
OEM is good

Edit: I'm not buying cheap bulbs either.

jose_sonictuning · 03-02-2012, 01:49 AM

I like the 6000k vs 5000k, more color and match up with aftermarket AEs much better.

5000K and stock 4300 isnt that much different.

iczz · 03-02-2012, 03:56 AM

I just go back 5000k from 6000k.
5000k definitely gives better visibility .

eaglesfan83 · 03-02-2012, 10:56 AM

6k all the way

Javy · 03-02-2012, 01:28 PM

I have mtech 6700k. They look great. I feel like I actually gained visibilty vs losing.

BMWWW · 03-02-2012, 01:35 PM

Nothing beats 5000k paired with clear projector lenses.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Javy

I have mtech 6700k. They look great. I feel like I actually gained visibilty vs losing.

All other things being equal, your perception is most certainly incorrect.

Hey Ant · 03-02-2012, 01:42 PM

If I had a chance to make that decision all over again, I would definitely get 5000k over 6000k just for visibility purposes. Although the 6000k looks great, it projects poor visibility on roads at night. I'm getting old.. :

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NiVeDh · 03-02-2012, 02:32 PM

What 5000K bulbs are you guys using? The Philips ones are really difficult to find and it's hard to tell if they're authentic or not.

Donny Rino · 03-02-2012, 05:56 PM

I would love to see some fit 50 watt hid ballasts in the stock housing and post a review. Thinking about doing this for a while. The light out put is supposed to be amazing

e92driva · 03-02-2012, 08:44 PM

6k is the way to go. They're basically a pure white with a hint on blue. Visibility is great man

And with aftermarket AEs, 6k match perfectly

Dark_Knight_335 · 03-02-2012, 09:02 PM

Buy my Philips 6700k D1S bulbs! NIB, NEVER used- 150$ shipped they're yours!

tcharged · 05-19-2012, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Dark_Knight_335

Buy my Philips 6700k D1S bulbs! NIB, NEVER used- 150$ shipped they're yours!

Is this still available??

DUI Elite · 05-19-2012, 02:06 AM

5000k's > 6000K's for visibility

3jello3 · 05-19-2012, 02:53 AM

6k all the way!!

luckystrike · 05-19-2012, 06:46 AM

me too is there a big difference in visibility between mtec 5100 vs 6000 i need to decide the vendor will deliver the product on monday

Arwidrh · 05-19-2012, 07:25 AM

I have 6000 and don't see much difference in visibility vs stock bulbs

Chefcg1 · 05-19-2012, 11:52 AM

6k all the way! I just put some of Sonic tunings DS1's in and it was a huge improvement in visability and looks.

Arwidrh · 05-19-2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Remote_coder

Mozesz powiedziec gdzie zamawiales zarowki ?? Na ebay sa prawie same podrobki :/

Can you twll where have you order your bulbs?? On ebay most of them are fakes ;/

sorry ale nie pamietam to bylo ze 2 lata temu

Karrion28 · 01-15-2013, 08:09 PM

I'm bringing this thread back from the dead.

Can anyone post pics of their 5000K and 6000K HID's?

I am also trying to decide to go either 5000K or 6000K, but would rather make my decision based on pics instead of their word.

Thanks in advance

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 01-16-2013, 12:18 AM

Be careful with judging by pics, the white balance of the picture can have a drastic effect on the amount of white or blue hue... just saying.

Alen E90 · 01-16-2013, 12:33 AM

6K FTW!!!!!!!!!

phat8186 · 01-16-2013, 02:58 AM

I'm in the same boat!
I desperately want to upgrade my stock d1s HID's. What are some good brands to go with since Phillips ones are dam near extinct or fakes...

03-01-2012, 12:00 PM	#1
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03-02-2012, 03:56 AM	#3
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03-02-2012, 10:56 AM	#4
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03-02-2012, 01:42 PM	#7
Hey Ant Form & Function Drives: AWE92 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: 818 Los Angeles Posts: 2,028 iTrader: (13)	If I had a chance to make that decision all over again, I would definitely get 5000k over 6000k just for visibility purposes. Although the 6000k looks great, it projects poor visibility on roads at night. I'm getting old.. ::

03-02-2012, 01:28 PM	#5
Javy e92javy Drives: Alpine White E92 M Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Miami Posts: 646 iTrader: (4)	I have mtech 6700k. They look great. I feel like I actually gained visibilty vs losing.

03-02-2012, 02:32 PM	#8
NiVeDh Major General Drives: '08 E90 335i 6MT BSM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Atlanta / Lawrenceville, GA Posts: 8,020 iTrader: (131) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i Sedan [4.46]	What 5000K bulbs are you guys using? The Philips ones are really difficult to find and it's hard to tell if they're authentic or not.

03-02-2012, 05:56 PM	#9
Donny Rino Private First Class Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: westchester ny Posts: 134 iTrader: (0)	I would love to see some fit 50 watt hid ballasts in the stock housing and post a review. Thinking about doing this for a while. The light out put is supposed to be amazing

03-02-2012, 08:44 PM	#10
e92driva Lieutenant Drives: 2009 e92 335xi Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: MA Posts: 494 iTrader: (2)	6k is the way to go. They're basically a pure white with a hint on blue. Visibility is great man And with aftermarket AEs, 6k match perfectly __________________ 2009 Space Gray e92 335i xDrive follow me on instagram yo, I follow back: e92driva

03-02-2012, 09:02 PM	#11
Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 5,775 iTrader: (17)	Buy my Philips 6700k D1S bulbs! NIB, NEVER used- 150$ shipped they're yours! __________________ Assorted E9x bushings, 200$ local pickup or 225$ shipped! http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...2#post13995632

05-19-2012, 02:06 AM	#13
DUI Elite ///M at Heart Drives: 2006 SGM E90 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,328 iTrader: (2)	5000k's > 6000K's for visibility

05-19-2012, 02:53 AM	#14
3jello3 Captain Drives: e90 Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Francisco Posts: 663 iTrader: (4)	6k all the way!! __________________ 20% tints / mtech front with cf splitter and mtech rear with cf 3D diff / performance side skirts / performance spoiler / performance exhaust / performance strut brace / LC Dyna / H&R springs / H&R drop in / scoops / full silver cf int. / PSWv2 / performance shifter & e-brake / cf grill / cf door pillars / black lines / pioneer nav / focal 100krs components front and rear / focal solid 4 amp / kicker subs and amp / hardwired 9500ix /

05-19-2012, 06:46 AM	#15
luckystrike First Lieutenant Drives: e90 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: austria Posts: 309 iTrader: (0)	me too is there a big difference in visibility between mtec 5100 vs 6000 i need to decide the vendor will deliver the product on monday __________________ black saph./black leather/xenon/heated seatscomfort pkg./advantage pkg

05-19-2012, 07:25 AM	#16
Arwidrh Private First Class Drives: 09 335xi E92 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: North NJ Posts: 128 iTrader: (0)	I have 6000 and don't see much difference in visibility vs stock bulbs __________________ JB E92 335xi JB4 \| aFe DCI \| AR Catless DP\| Helix FMIC \| ER CP \| Forge DVs \| BMS OCC \| 19" Forgestar F14 gunmetal \| H&R \| ORION V2 + Full Blackout \| CF CSL Trunk \| M3 style side skirts \| CF aero lip spoiler \| M-tech Rear + DD Quad diffuser + REMUS RACE QUAD \|... \|

05-19-2012, 11:52 AM	#17
Chefcg1 Captain Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Winston Salem, NC Posts: 968 iTrader: (4)	6k all the way! I just put some of Sonic tunings DS1's in and it was a huge improvement in visability and looks. __________________ 2008 335i coupe AW 6AT RB Turbos, PROcede 2.5 V5, Injen Intake, VK MW DP . Helix IC, Vishnu PnP Meth(M10 nozzel),, M3 sides, OEM Aero Lip, VMR V715, LUX H8, HID Fogs M3 front bits, Custom M3 Steering Wheel, Cyba scoops, Cyba 3.8" Black Chrome tips

01-15-2013, 08:09 PM	#19
Karrion28 New Member Drives: 07 E92 328i 6MT Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 29 iTrader: (0)	I'm bringing this thread back from the dead. Can anyone post pics of their 5000K and 6000K HID's? I am also trying to decide to go either 5000K or 6000K, but would rather make my decision based on pics instead of their word. Thanks in advance

01-16-2013, 12:18 AM	#20
Jeff@TopGearSolutions BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: C6 Z06, GSXR-750, 09 335i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: TopGearSolutions.com Posts: 12,703 iTrader: (25)	Be careful with judging by pics, the white balance of the picture can have a drastic effect on the amount of white or blue hue... just saying. __________________ Latest Discounts and Specials Email Me! Jeff@TopGearSolutions.Com Evolution Racewerks Charge Pipes and FMIC Sale ETS FMIC INTERCOOLER SALE! Cobb AP for BMW N54 & N55, Lowest Price! Facebook Discounts!!

01-16-2013, 12:33 AM	#21
Alen E90 Major General Drives: E90 328i TiAg Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SO. CAL-818 (SFV) Posts: 5,416 iTrader: (4)	6K FTW!!!!!!!!! __________________

01-16-2013, 02:58 AM	#22
phat8186 Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i AW / Coral Red Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: CT/NY Posts: 227 iTrader: (2)	I'm in the same boat! I desperately want to upgrade my stock d1s HID's. What are some good brands to go with since Phillips ones are dam near extinct or fakes...

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