[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Max Well

Definitely takes the appearance to a different level, Alex - you're definitely going to have a one-of-a-kind edition!

Thank you so much, Max! My motivation is partially being fueled by some of the bad reviews this great car has been receiving. Having said that, this is my first serious SUV build and I definitely don’t want to overdo the styling.

[MrItaly]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

M Performance CF door sill trim

Drool... That's nice. Haven't seen it before elsewhere.

[MrItaly]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Thanks, bro. I added a pic. They put the old wheels on to coat the new ones. I like how pronounced the body curves now look.

Do you mind posting a few pics of your car after clear XPel and ceramic?

Those curves do pop out even more now. My Compliments...

[MrItaly]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Likey or no likey?

Curious to see what you do with those edges between body panels. Pros and cons to each path. Please let me know what you chose. From the looks, I would assume a flush cut on the edge vice a wrap under. That's what I did. Inquiring minds wanna know...

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by MrItaly

Curious to see what you do with those edges between body panels. Pros and cons to each path. Please let me know what you chose. From the looks, I would assume a flush cut on the edge vice a wrap under. That's what I did. Inquiring minds wanna know...

Flush cut. Those extended edges peel off with time. I’m not 100% sure, but I think most people do flush cut these days.

[MrItaly]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Flush cut. Those extended edges peel off with time. I’m not 100% sure, but I think most people do flush cut these days.

You chose........ Wisely! (and if you recognize that cinemagraphic quote, you're likely old - like me) Now, if you still have the Sonic memorabilia drinking glasses, that is an entirely different story!

Just make sure if you entrust it to a car wash, that they don't hit those edges with the high pressure washer. That is not our friend!

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by MrItaly

You chose........ Wisely! (and if you recognize that cinemagraphic quote, you're likely old - like me) Now, if you still have the Sonic memorabilia drinking glasses, that is an entirely different story!

Just make sure if you entrust it to a car wash, that they don't hit those edges with the high pressure washer. That is not our friend!

I’m 41 but I had to google this quote... Only hand wash, of course!

[AlexFL]

If Batman had an SUV....

[Frio11]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

If Batman had an SUV....

So good! You killed it. Has me dying to see how mine turns out

[MJDBMW]

Now I'm wishing I went stealth! Looks great!!

[MRichmond]

Great look! Very well done. Congrats and enjoy.

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by MRichmond

Great look! Very well done. Congrats and enjoy.

Thanks bro!

[r33_RGSport]

Should change that Welcome Screen to "To Batmobile".

[MrItaly]

Looking miiiighty sharp. Debadged FTW too!

[Max Well]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

If Batman had an SUV....

Really nice transformation, Alex, definitely one-of-a-kind!

I think you indicated you're going to be putting together a separate build thread to showcase all you've done. If it's not too much effort and if you don't mind sharing when you do produce that thread, could you provide a list of everything you've done with part numbers and MSRP cost? I don't wish to pry so not wanting you to divulge any confidential deals or anything, but it would be a good reference for us if we want to adopt some of your concepts on our own F97s.

Great work and thanks for sharing!

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Max Well

Really nice transformation, Alex, definitely one-of-a-kind!

I think you indicated you're going to be putting together a separate build thread to showcase all you've done. If it's not too much effort and if you don't mind sharing when you do produce that thread, could you provide a list of everything you've done with part numbers and MSRP cost? I don't wish to pry so not wanting you to divulge any confidential deals or anything, but it would be a good reference for us if we want to adopt some of your concepts on our own F97s.

Great work and thanks for sharing!

Thank you, Max! Yes, I’ll definitely make a new thread once this build is finished. I bought almost all the parts from Ben and maybe he will comment on the part numbers/pricing in my build thread. I just couldn’t resist posting a few pics after the Xpel wrap. Currently waiting on the Akrapovic exhaust delivery to get it installed together with the downpipe.

[AlexFL]

Btw, guys. I ordered those wheels from Vossen with the “conservative fitment” option and I’m glad I did. They also offer “flush fitment” which adds 5mm. Just something to consider if you decide ordering wheels from them.

[Jiovanny]

Do you have spacers on Alex

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Jiovanny

Do you have spacers on Alex

No spacers bro.

[Macanakey]

Dude! Your mod budget is some peoples' car budget! It's certainly a stunning one of a kind, but inquiring minds want to know:

1. Leased or purchased vehicle?
2. How long do you keep your vehicles?
3. Do you go mod-happy like this to all your vehicles?

Totally none of my business & you're welcome to tell me to bug off, but if you're will to share, I am curious. I've changed out exhausts & added PFF to cars before, but nothing to the extent that you've done. And FWIW, my favorite after-market steering wheel is yours, so you've got my permission to keep it.

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Macanakey

Dude! Your mod budget is some peoples' car budget! It's certainly a stunning one of a kind, but inquiring minds want to know:

1. Leased or purchased vehicle?
2. How long do you keep your vehicles?
3. Do you go mod-happy like this to all your vehicles?

Totally none of my business & you're welcome to tell me to bug off, but if you're will to share, I am curious. I've changed out exhausts & added PFF to cars before, but nothing to the extent that you've done. And FWIW, my favorite after-market steering wheel is yours, so you've got my permission to keep it.

Haha, thanks! I really like this steering wheel. Thanks to Ben for sending me this prototype.

1. Leased or purchased vehicle?

Purchased, I don't like to lease and I would never spend so much money on modding a leased car.

2. How long do you keep your vehicles?

Usually, around 2 years. We will keep the X3M for at least 3 years. As you can see from my various energetic responses to random posters, I absolutely love this car. As I told Max, this is perhaps the most unjustly criticized and underrated BMW M vehicle at the moment, which curbs my modding enthusiasm even more.

3. Do you go mod-happy like this to all your vehicles?

Absolutely not. This is only my third serious build and my very first SUV build. I will not post pictures of my previous builds (GT-R and M4). They looked very different and my style (and budget) has changed since then.

[Transfer]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

As you can see from my various energetic responses to random posters, I absolutely love this car. As I told Max, this is perhaps the most unjustly criticized and underrated BMW M vehicle at the moment, which curbs my modding enthusiasm even more.

Totally agree. I think it is amazing in all aspects for an M SUV. Nothing like it out there blending athleticism of an M3 with perks of an SUV