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2007 bmw 525i
Hey, I am getting a 2007 bmw 525i in May and just need to ask a few questions? First, is the sound system upgrade worth the money? I already have a 10 inch subwoofer that I was going to put in the trunck. Also, I was going to upgrade rims, should I stick with the runflats and go with the different factory style rims or get some continentals with after market rims. If I go with the factory styles, I can probably get the tire and rim warranty with it. Next, is the valentine radar really worth the 500? I am also getting a body kit. i have so far seen the m-tech, hamman, bavarian and the "m5 look alike" body kits. Which one is the better one and can the I have it istalled by the dealer, or could I even purchase them from the dealer? I was also going to get window tint. The legal limit here is 25% should I get that? My main concern is the rims because that is what makes your ar different from the others. Interior, I was going to get an indash t.v. Has anybody done this and how difficult was it and how much did it cost? Also, how would I install thje subwoofer? Is there a rca connection in the back of the radio headunit or will i have to hook up the the back speakers? I also wanted to put a 10 inch flip down for the rear passangers. Money is not an issue, but I was thinking I would be able to get all this done in 5 grand? Please post with responses if anybody has tried any thing listed aboe. I am not getting the navi or the premium/sports package. Thank you very much.
| | Reply » 2007 bmw 525i | It's gonna cost you a lot more than $5K. Just body kit, wheels, and tires alone with cost you $5K. Here's the breakdown:
If you get the M-tech body which also happens to be the cheapest it will run you $1300. Then you 'll have to get it painted and installed. This will run you anywhere from $1000 - $1700.
If you also opt for the M5 rims which are also the cheapest rims it will cost $1600. Then you buy tires which will run anywhere from $1000 - $1600.
Added all up using the cheapest prices: body kit ($2300) + ($2600) = $4900.
As for the rest on your list: 1. Valentine One ($400): Yes. It is worth it. I will ge getting one soon. 2. Ugrade sound system ($1800): Yes. Get it. Really hard to put in an aftermarket system. Not impossible. 3. Window tint ($400): Get either Formula One or Huper Optik. 4. Since you are not getting the sports package you will probably want to drop your car: ($250) Eibach or H&R springs. Not including installation cost.
So, let's tally everything up: $4900 + $400 + $1800 + $400 + 250 = $7750. And there are some items I left out: Indash TV and subwoofer. HTH. Good luck in your mods. 
| | Reply » 2007 bmw 525i | I don't know about everyone else, but for an extra $5-8K, I would rather get a 530i with more options. To each their own though.
| | Reply » 2007 bmw 525i | Yes I was going to say that if 'money is not an issue,' why did you pick the 525?
| | Reply » 2007 bmw 525i | Thanks for all the replies. I will be getting the valentine radar, the upgraded sound system and the window tint. How come you said 500 for some window tint. I can get lumar 20% tint for the whole car with lifetime warranty for around 250 installed. It might be just your place or the brand, but I heard the lumar is a very good brand. Also, i probably wont be getting a body kit since it is so expensive. I will be getting the rims, but i wanna be able to keep the runflats, so i will probably get the rims from the dealer and get the warranty on it and the rims. Is keeping the runflat good or not, also what rims should i get, I will be getting the graphite 5 series or a shade of silver. i was gonna get black or chrome rims. i wannted to go 3 inch deepdich in the back and 2 inch in the front. Since the body kit is out of the way, i will be saving that two grand. Also, what does the sports package add. I wanted to save that money and just get a drop. What are the best lovering springs out there that give you good handeling and a good drop, from 1-1.5. I will also be getting the indash and i already have the subwoofer. Thanks for the comments and hope to hear more very soon. Money is an issue, but i am going for looks and not performance. I know i need the body kit, but i will hold off until i get some more money.
| | Reply » 2007 bmw 525i | Quote: | Yes I was going to say that if 'money is not an issue,' why did you pick the 525? | Kids these days go with the lowest cost possible and put on bling...
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