Replacing interior trim

yow_bmw · 04-10-2011, 04:37 PM

I've just taken delivery of a 2011 328xi. The wood interior trim is not to my liking and so I've ordered replacement aluminum trim from a US-based vendor. In Canada I was quoted a over $1500 for the parts and labour, so thought I may give it a shot myself.

As a total newbie, I've no idea how to do this - but after Google searches, I now realize it is more complex than I originally assumed given air bags, shift, start-up button, etc.

Can anyone point me to detailed instructions or perhaps assist in this regard?

Thank you in advance, Jon

ChasVS · 04-10-2011, 05:44 PM

As a noob you don't know that the best thing to do is use the search here on the Forum.
There's a DIY section with lots of stuff. Here's the Trim DIY you need. It's an easy thing to do with minimal tools required. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=137527

yow_bmw · 04-10-2011, 06:27 PM

That was a breeze - thanks again for the instructions.

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yow_bmw Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2011 328xi Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (0)	That was a breeze - thanks again for the instructions. Last edited by yow_bmw; 04-11-2011 at 07:38 PM.. Reason: Update
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