Member Since: 06 Feb 2019
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 875
Photos wanted - front end upgrades / suggestions / options..
I have a standard 2005 front end and am thinking of swapping out the grill, or de-tango the lights, or doing a full D4 upgrade etc.
I would love some simple front end photos of the various options out there. If you’ve done an upgrade or modded the front end of a D3 could you post here a simple one-photo front end shot? Maybe with a brief description of what’s been changed? It would be great to see a few options side-by-side from different members...!
Many thanks in advance. Here’s mine as standard still.
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1st Jun 2019 10:49 am
Narpy
Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830
'Tis true but unmodded, in my humble opinion, they are starting to look a little dated, especially with a light coloured body and black arches.Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
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14 year old car...I'd rather save my money for essential maintenance.
You must be up for belts soon; I'd change the oil pump at that time etc...
I don't think that this "cosmetic" work adds much to the resale value - I may be wrong, but you could test the market before proceeding.
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1st Jun 2019 12:33 pm
DIY Ace
Member Since: 06 Feb 2019
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 875
Cheers for the advice NJSS but I’m already on top of the maintenance and have cash aside for any nasties that arise. Belts done, gearbox refurbed, new battery, service etc all sorted since I bought it in Feb this year.
I’m not bothered about resale value at all - I’m not selling! Quite happy to consider this a hobby and not worried about a few quid spent on some cosmetic improvements. It’s a bit a fun. Got some new wheels on this week and done a LED upgrade on the rear lights. Just thinking that the front could do with a refresh.2022 BMW i4 M50. Bought Oct 2022. 10,200 miles and counting...
2014 BMW 435d convertible. Bought July 2021. 58,000 miles and counting...
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What was my bonatti grey d3
Beanie grill
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A bar no spots
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A bar with spots
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Still got the beanie grill must sell it.Just remember:-
Amateurs built the Ark
Professionals built the titanic
1st Jun 2019 3:13 pm
Dave1983
Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: Sheffield
Posts: 12
That was my attempt at making mine look newer. When I bought it thought it looked a bit bland might not be everyone's cup of tea but I like it how it is, just saving for some bigger wheels
1st Jun 2019 11:23 pm
philby258
Member Since: 18 Apr 2012
Location: Stockport cheshire
Posts: 654
This is my 05 SE. With D4 front, rear spoiler and D4 rear lights and wheels
1st Jun 2019 11:41 pm
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Member Since: 14 Apr 2017
Location: Behind you
Posts: 1022
HST / Phantom bumper upgrade to the front and rear
2nd Jun 2019 6:48 am
DIY Ace
Member Since: 06 Feb 2019
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 875
Cheers for the ideas so far, looking like some really smart options.
Dave1983 - I like the idea of yours, have you painted up the original D3 bumper then, body colour over the black plastic corners and arches? Was that DIY or a pro Job? And is that a PowerfulUK grill?2022 BMW i4 M50. Bought Oct 2022. 10,200 miles and counting...
2014 BMW 435d convertible. Bought July 2021. 58,000 miles and counting...
2005 Discovery 3 HSE Auto. Bought Feb 2019. 169,000 miles and counting...
2009 Freelander 2 XS Manual. Bought Sep 2013. SOLD Aug 2021 (already regretted!)
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Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830
Dave1983 wrote:
That was my attempt at making mine look newer. When I bought it thought it looked a bit bland might not be everyone's cup of tea but I like it how it is, just saving for some bigger wheels
Wow, what method did you use for reinstalling the bonnet lettering.................catapult perhaps? Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here.
2nd Jun 2019 1:12 pm
yogi972
Member Since: 05 Jun 2011
Location: Kineton
Posts: 3372
2nd Jun 2019 1:28 pm
Dazz360
Member Since: 03 Sep 2016
Location: West Mids Walsall
Posts: 871
Narpy wrote:
Dave1983 wrote:
That was my attempt at making mine look newer. When I bought it thought it looked a bit bland might not be everyone's cup of tea but I like it how it is, just saving for some bigger wheels
Wow, what method did you use for reinstalling the bonnet lettering.................catapult perhaps?
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That was my attempt at making mine look newer. When I bought it thought it looked a bit bland might not be everyone's cup of tea but I like it how it is, just saving for some bigger wheels
Wow, what method did you use for reinstalling the bonnet lettering.................catapult perhaps?
Why whats wrong with the lettering Ian ? The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything;
They just make the best of everything they have.
2nd Jun 2019 6:32 pm
ronp
Member Since: 29 Nov 2006
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 15213
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