Headlight Cover replace

Donia330i · 05-10-2011, 03:08 PM

Is there any way to replace the plastic cover on the headlights? Or do you have to change the whole unit out? Thanks!

The_DDub · 05-10-2011, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Donia330i

Is there any way to replace the plastic cover on the headlights? Or do you have to change the whole unit out? Thanks!

You'd have to source OEM lenses from somewhere, I don't think BMW sells them separately, then you'd have to bake your headlamps to get the current lenses off and then replace them.

Donia330i · 05-11-2011, 12:55 PM

anyone else?

Shazmonkee · 05-11-2011, 01:01 PM

Maybe contact ECS and let us know?

They have the E46 headlight lenses: http://www.ecstuning.com/ES172830/

Maybe our cars are still too "New" to have enough of a market for these. I am looking for them too though

canucklion · 05-11-2011, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Shazmonkee

Maybe contact ECS and let us know?

They have the E46 headlight lenses: http://www.ecstuning.com/ES172830/

Maybe our cars are still too "New" to have enough of a market for these. I am looking for them too though

It's not going to happen. E46 headlight lens clips onto the headlight assembly, so they are easily replaceable. E9x headlight lens is sealed, so the only way to get it off is by baking the whole assembly and pry it off.

Shazmonkee · 05-11-2011, 03:09 PM

True.. It would be nice though--I have so many rock chips on it.. D:

Patsfan123 · 05-11-2011, 03:18 PM

I know it won't fix deep chips but I am going to give this a shot on my fogs: Mothers Powerball

Since I went to HID fogs, the lense looks very chipped and bad. My headlights are pretty clear though.

Shazmonkee · 05-11-2011, 03:27 PM

Hmm... lemme know how it works

canucklion · 05-12-2011, 08:25 AM

Shazmonkee, check out 3M's headlight restoration kit (available on amazon) as well. It's got rave reviews.

LuxAngelEyes · 05-12-2011, 12:17 PM

i can replace the lenses for you, but its a LOT of work - 5-6 hours. you will also need to find a replacement headlight so i can use the lenses from that.

TwinSnails · 05-12-2011, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by LuxAngelEyes

i can replace the lenses for you, but its a LOT of work - 5-6 hours. you will also need to find a replacement headlight so i can use the lenses from that.

How much would you charge to clear the amber frm my lights? Please pm me.

yakev724 · 05-12-2011, 12:40 PM

The 3M kit doesnt work well. It leaves noticeable (though not very deep) scratches which should really be fine polished with 2 more steps of polish/pad grade and finally sealed with a sealant.

Im definitely going with 3M clearbra film over the lenses in the future, imo it should be applied at the factory.

zachar3 · 05-12-2011, 02:06 PM

Mark, could you fix my cracked lens? If I have xenons, can I use the lens from a halogen light?

Donia330i · 05-18-2011, 12:26 PM

mine arent so much faded/sun burnt. As they are cracking I think.....

sirdaft1 · 11-27-2015, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWkuba

I bought this and it is really good think. Maybe will help you.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGH...e=STRK:MESE:IT

Important to note that those only fit halogen headlights. I bought a set of them to install on my xenons and the they don't fit due to being a different shape and it lacks the mounting points that secure part of the inside of the housing.

feuer · 11-29-2015, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by sirdaft1

Important to note that those only fit halogen headlights. I bought a set of them to install on my xenons and the they don't fit due to being a different shape and it lacks the mounting points that secure part of the inside of the housing.

I went though the same myself. There is only replament lenses for the coupes, not the sedan lights.

401FlaGATOR · 11-30-2015, 09:07 AM

http://m.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGHT-...171?nav=SEARCH

Says its for the E90 sedan..

sirdaft1 · 11-30-2015, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWkuba

Have you seen this? It look really good. Better than buy new headlight.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGH...e=STRK:MESE:IT

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Originally Posted by 401FlaGATOR

http://m.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGHT-...171?nav=SEARCH

Says its for the E90 sedan..

Seriously? Please go read post #16. These do not fit Xenon equipped E90's.

sirdaft1 · 11-30-2015, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 401FlaGATOR

http://m.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGHT-...171?nav=SEARCH

Says its for the E90 sedan..

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMWkuba

Have you seen this? It look really good. Better than buy new headlight.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGH...e=STRK:MESE:IT

If either of you need new E90 halogen lenses, let me know. I have this exact pair of lenses that I thought would fit my xenons, but they do not. I'd be willing to let either of you guys have them for cheap.

Test_Driver · 01-04-2016, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by sirdaft1

If either of you need new E90 halogen lenses, let me know. I have this exact pair of lenses that I thought would fit my xenons, but they do not. I'd be willing to let either of you guys have them for cheap.

Hello,

If you still have these, I'm in the market.

Thanks.

Test_Driver · 01-04-2016, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Test_Driver

Hello,

If you still have these, I'm in the market.

Thanks.

BTW, I would have PM'd you but I'm new and restricted so I'm not allowed.

sirdaft1 · 01-05-2016, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Test_Driver

Hello,

If you still have these, I'm in the market.

Thanks.

Sorry I sent them back to the seller for a refund. But these look very similar to the ones I had (may want to msg the seller to confirm fitment):

http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/171954679783

05-10-2011, 03:08 PM	#1
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Shazmonkee 110 Rep 2,455 Posts Drives: BMW E92 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: United States iTrader: (11) Garage List 2007 BMW 328i E92 C ... [0.00]	Hmm... lemme know how it works
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canucklion pull my finger to get your kinder® surprise 148 Rep 10,455 Posts Drives: circles around you Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (9)	Shazmonkee, check out 3M's headlight restoration kit (available on amazon) as well. It's got rave reviews. __________________
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yakev724 Brigadier General 231 Rep 3,561 Posts Drives: 15 S3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NYC iTrader: (49)	The 3M kit doesnt work well. It leaves noticeable (though not very deep) scratches which should really be fine polished with 2 more steps of polish/pad grade and finally sealed with a sealant. Im definitely going with 3M clearbra film over the lenses in the future, imo it should be applied at the factory.
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05-12-2011, 02:06 PM	#13
zachar3 Captain 68 Rep 680 Posts Drives: e92 328i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: At your girl's house iTrader: (1)	Mark, could you fix my cracked lens? If I have xenons, can I use the lens from a halogen light?
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Donia330i Major 132 Rep 1,426 Posts Drives: 19 330i BSM Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (7)	mine arent so much faded/sun burnt. As they are cracking I think.....
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401FlaGATOR First Lieutenant 70 Rep 328 Posts Drives: E90 325i ZSP, F30 320i ZSP Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL iTrader: (0)	http://m.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HEADLIGHT-...171?nav=SEARCH Says its for the E90 sedan..
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