Clear Front Side Markers

yogdog · 10-14-2007, 12:19 AM

Does anyone know the part number or have a source for the clear/white front side reflectors shown in the photo below?

Seems to be standard on European models.

BimmerZealot · 10-14-2007, 02:12 AM

I believe it is only available in Europe so you'd have to have someone buy it for you in Europe and ship it to you.

Veruca · 10-15-2007, 04:11 PM

Real oem has US and European parts - http://www.realoem.com - I didn't think the european models had reflectors.

BimmerZealot · 10-15-2007, 06:01 PM

I didn't either, but I believe for those that do they are clear. And from what I remember they cant be ordered from US dealerships. Much like how OEM CSL wheels and other M3 CSL parts have to be shipped here.

20Ducks · 10-17-2007, 06:37 PM

A friend that lived in the UK picked up a set for me right before he returned to the States.

On a black car, this mod does wonders.

Incompatible · 11-17-2007, 10:27 PM

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OEM Clear reflectors. Changes the look big time.

Hawkeye · 11-20-2007, 10:56 AM

Wow, that really does do wonders... now to phone a friend...

Reach · 11-21-2007, 01:09 PM

Are there clear circle reflectors for the '05 bumper? What are my options for "de-orangeing" other than painting them?

chiefmd · 11-21-2007, 05:03 PM

Does anyone have a contact in Europe that might be willing to make a group buy of the Euro Clear Front Side Markers? Just a thought. I have searched the web and can't find any place (stateside) that offers these for sale.

20Ducks · 11-21-2007, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Reach

Are there clear circle reflectors for the '05 bumper? What are my options for "de-orangeing" other than painting them?

LeatherZ

Reach · 11-23-2007, 09:44 PM

Thanks, but I actually meant for the orange reflectors below the headlights, not the side turn signals. I've got an '05, so those are already clear for me.

BimmerZealot · 11-23-2007, 10:19 PM

Uh the orange reflectors below the headlights are not reflectors they are for your blinkers. The pre-06 Z4s have a long strip of amber that runs along the bottom and up the side. The only fix I've seen is tinting it, but i haven't heard of anyone taking apart their headlights to get rid of the amber.

dekaliber · 03-25-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by yogdog

Does anyone know the part number or have a source for the clear/white front side reflectors shown in the photo below?

Seems to be standard on European models.

Sorry to resurrect this thread, but I looked and couldn't find anything. Has anyone posted a DIY on removing/replacing these reflectors? If it's not too hard I think I might be able to get a friend in Germany to send me some (or do a group buy, if others are interested).

RussRamz · 03-25-2008, 02:56 PM

Put together a group of people interested, and I can get a bunch.

BimmerZealot · 03-25-2008, 07:51 PM

I think you need to peel back the fender lining to get to the nut that holds the reflector on. Unbolt the nut and the reflector comes off.

dekaliber · 03-25-2008, 07:56 PM

What kind of fasteners are holding down the fender lining? I didn't pry around too much but I'm wondering if they can be screwed off or need to be pried out.

Thanks!

BimmerZealot · 03-25-2008, 08:41 PM

I think its just the push in fasteners that can be popped out with a flat headed screw driver, haven't looked.

EdmM3 · 03-25-2008, 08:47 PM

Actually they are nuts that sort of screw onto the tapered shaft of the reflector (two per reflector). It is very difficult to get them off because of the clearance behind the shafts.

I got frustrated trying to remove the suckers; I took a short cut, and just snaped the the orange reflectors off by putting a trim removal tool underneath them. The shafts snapped off the relflector.

I installed the clears with the 3m body molding two sided tape (the black, thick tape). It sticks like glue!

RX-8 · 03-28-2008, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RussRamz

Put together a group of people interested, and I can get a bunch.

im in

dekaliber · 03-28-2008, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RussRamz

Put together a group of people interested, and I can get a bunch.

How many will you need to make it worth your while? How much will a pair cost (incl shipping)?

Quote:

Originally Posted by RX-8

im in

Sweet man, my last car was an '04 RX-8.

20Ducks · 03-28-2008, 12:41 PM

Not many things beat the feeling of successful mods:

(before the rear reflector was subdued)

Good luck with your group buy.

10-14-2007, 12:19 AM	#1
yogdog Private 6 Rep 59 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Malibu, CA iTrader: (3)	Clear Front Side Markers Does anyone know the part number or have a source for the clear/white front side reflectors shown in the photo below? Seems to be standard on European models.
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BimmerZealot Major 61 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California iTrader: (2)	I believe it is only available in Europe so you'd have to have someone buy it for you in Europe and ship it to you.
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BimmerZealot Major 61 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California iTrader: (2)	I didn't either, but I believe for those that do they are clear. And from what I remember they cant be ordered from US dealerships. Much like how OEM CSL wheels and other M3 CSL parts have to be shipped here.
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Reach gone baby gone 382 Rep 1,052 Posts Drives: 2016 F80 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Location, Location. iTrader: (0)	Are there clear circle reflectors for the '05 bumper? What are my options for "de-orangeing" other than painting them?
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chiefmd New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: s2000, 356 Speedster Join Date: May 2007 Location: Delaware iTrader: (0)	Does anyone have a contact in Europe that might be willing to make a group buy of the Euro Clear Front Side Markers? Just a thought. I have searched the web and can't find any place (stateside) that offers these for sale.
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Reach gone baby gone 382 Rep 1,052 Posts Drives: 2016 F80 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Location, Location. iTrader: (0)	Thanks, but I actually meant for the orange reflectors below the headlights, not the side turn signals. I've got an '05, so those are already clear for me.
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BimmerZealot Major 61 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California iTrader: (2)	Uh the orange reflectors below the headlights are not reflectors they are for your blinkers. The pre-06 Z4s have a long strip of amber that runs along the bottom and up the side. The only fix I've seen is tinting it, but i haven't heard of anyone taking apart their headlights to get rid of the amber.
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BimmerZealot Major 61 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California iTrader: (2)	I think you need to peel back the fender lining to get to the nut that holds the reflector on. Unbolt the nut and the reflector comes off.
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dekaliber Major 75 Rep 1,143 Posts Drives: '07 Z4MC, '11 JCW, '18 Z06 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (1)	What kind of fasteners are holding down the fender lining? I didn't pry around too much but I'm wondering if they can be screwed off or need to be pried out. Thanks!
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BimmerZealot Major 61 Rep 1,210 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, California iTrader: (2)	I think its just the push in fasteners that can be popped out with a flat headed screw driver, haven't looked.
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EdmM3 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 44 Posts Drives: 635CSi, Z4, 330xi, 530i, E90M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Edmonton, Ab, Canada iTrader: (1)	Actually they are nuts that sort of screw onto the tapered shaft of the reflector (two per reflector). It is very difficult to get them off because of the clearance behind the shafts. I got frustrated trying to remove the suckers; I took a short cut, and just snaped the the orange reflectors off by putting a trim removal tool underneath them. The shafts snapped off the relflector. I installed the clears with the 3m body molding two sided tape (the black, thick tape). It sticks like glue!
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20Ducks Lieutenant 26 Rep 403 Posts Drives: 2011 e93 335i w/M pkge Join Date: May 2007 Location: Shawnee Mission, KS iTrader: (0)	Not many things beat the feeling of successful mods: (before the rear reflector was subdued) Good luck with your group buy. __________________ back by popular demand...
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