Audi Convert Gets First Bimmer

[B C]

Welcome Sir! who is your friend who sent you here?

[i_love_cars]

glad to hear it. Audi makes a very aesthetically pleasing car. Everything about their designs (except the hideous A7) looks good. I've been in everything from an S4 to A4 to A6 to S6 (de-tuned Lambo v10 version) to S8, and I've yet to ever have a desire to get away from BMW. 

BMW just offers a different road experience, by far. I think you have the right idea - do some minor engine work on the N20, and focus on a nice drop with some good wheels - few things on this planet can do so much for a 5-series as a good drop and nice wheels.

[cfoxtrot21]

patsbimmer1 said:

Welcome! Pictures!  My brother in law is an Audi fanatic, then he drove my 335i.  It made him question his loyalty but he still hasn't converted.

Here's one -- more to come after a full detail.

[YoungCR]

Might be the only F10 car on here that I know of, Welcome!

[patsbimmer1]

Looks good!  I like the looks on the F10.  I've been a supporter(defender) of the e60 butbthis is definitely a better looking 5er.

[B C]

The E60 is gorgeous but The short front overhang and "flat" front end on the F10 just looks so right. The proportions are moving in the right direction

[cfoxtrot21]

patsbimmer1 said:

Looks good!  I like the looks on the F10.  I've been a supporter(defender) of the e60 butbthis is definitely a better looking 5er.

First idea was an e60 M5 -- wife talked me out of it due to "practicality".

[cfoxtrot21]

Finished with a few cosmetic updates...

Black front Kidney Grilles, Chrome Delete on window trim with 3M Satin Black Vinyl, 35% Tint all-around, Summer Tires and wheels in OEM BMW Style 351 M-Sport.

Next to upgrade the Coilovers and change out the front bumper / grille.  Those are the summer projects.

Overall, I'm really enjoying the 5-Series -- drives really well, and plenty of power when I need it.

[YoungCR]

Looks great!

[i_love_cars]

good start. Get a better bumper and coilovers - that's a good plan. Modern 5-series looks like ass without proper wheels, drop, and front fascia. Those 3 things make it look classy the way BMW should have done from the factory.