louistan3 1 Report post Posted March 19, 2011 Hey guys, Just introducing myself. Name is Louis, just finished uni and started working which is why i got my first BMW! Bought it just last week, 2001 320i e46 with 45k Kms on it. No mods or anything on the car yet, but I am planning to put some good wheels on it as my first change. Here are some photos. Enjoy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Welcome. Nice car with low mileage. Another couple of good mods would be clear front and back lights and also black front grilles Enjoy your stay. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huff3r 347 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Welcome. Nice car with low mileage. Another couple of good mods would be clear front and back lights and also black front grilles Enjoy your stay. Also welcome, but I gotta say i disagree with Tristan. I personally think both the orange indicators, and chrome grill give good contrast to the gorgeous black paintwork. New wheels is a definite must though, and maybe a bit of low Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JFry 1 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 +1, it does look very good as is. Welcome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JaseNZ 53 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Ahhh well chosen, Welcome aboard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malus139 5 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Also welcome, but I gotta say i disagree with Tristan. I personally think both the orange indicators, and chrome grill give good contrast to the gorgeous black paintwork. New wheels is a definite must though, and maybe a bit of low It looks oriental blue? Welcome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mk2504 0 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 It looks oriental blue? Welcome Very very nice k's! Apart from lowering and new wheels as mentioned above, maybe a debadge would suit your clean black look perfectly =] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Clear front and back lights This Welcome! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2313 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 (edited) Nice car, ideal as a daily. Put some good wheels on it and enjoy. I wouldn't do anything else or it will just cause it to depreciate more. Also, keep the orange indicators. Nothing wrong with them. For what it's worth you could spend the same money on something to upgrade stereo or whatever else thats of use. . Edited March 20, 2011 by E36V8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
louistan3 1 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Thanks for the welcomes and suggestions guys! It is my daily driver! and it is blue not black even though i wanted a black one hahaha I was really thinking about the clear indicators though, I wasn't really sure if they would look better or worse as I've had mixed feelings about them. I'm actually thinking of getting a newer stereo which is nz compatible as the current one is japanese. By newer I mean like the OEM one with AUX port and MP3 Support Any suggestions on how to maybe increase driveability? I feel I need more kick as it's only a 320, although i do like it in sports mode (yes i know its a tiptronic hehehe) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Change intake? Headers? Exhaust? Plenty of guru's on here who I'm sure will chip in. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huff3r 347 Report post Posted March 20, 2011 Thanks for the welcomes and suggestions guys! It is my daily driver! and it is blue not black even though i wanted a black one hahaha I was really thinking about the clear indicators though, I wasn't really sure if they would look better or worse as I've had mixed feelings about them. I'm actually thinking of getting a newer stereo which is nz compatible as the current one is japanese. By newer I mean like the OEM one with AUX port and MP3 Support Any suggestions on how to maybe increase driveability? I feel I need more kick as it's only a 320, although i do like it in sports mode (yes i know its a tiptronic hehehe) Looks black enough that id be happy . Blue is better anyway. Still stick by my comment re the orange indicators. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
louistan3 1 Report post Posted March 21, 2011 Change intake? Headers? Exhaust? Plenty of guru's on here who I'm sure will chip in. Is there really enough gains to justify the cost? I'm not really expecting much as its a 320, but i'm saying that maybe i should just concentrate on making it beautiful? Lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polley 916 Report post Posted March 21, 2011 Is there really enough gains to justify the cost? I'm not really expecting much as its a 320, but i'm saying that maybe i should just concentrate on making it beautiful? Lol I dont think there would be much gains to be had on a 320. Easier and cheaper to get a 325 or 330 I guess. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucan 196 Report post Posted March 21, 2011 My 2c....Keep the orange indicators, paint the chrome black. Welcome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simke 0 Report post Posted March 21, 2011 Get some nice wheels, clear indicators, keep the chrome and tint the windows... but then again I'm obviously biased Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5V8 337 Report post Posted March 22, 2011 (edited) Any suggestions on how to maybe increase driveability? I feel I need more kick as it's only a 320, although i do like it in sports mode (yes i know its a tiptronic hehehe)K&N replacement airfilter in factory airbox$100-$120 - 10/15hp gain (best bang for buck, hands down) no mods - direct drop in no need to buy OEM airfilter at next service ($100 +or more) can onsell when you flick the car No downside IMO - every car I have owned has had one, or two ohyes - welcome!! Edited March 22, 2011 by M5V8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
louistan3 1 Report post Posted March 22, 2011 K&N replacement airfilter in factory airbox $100-$120 - 10/15hp gain (best bang for buck, hands down) no mods - direct drop in no need to buy OEM airfilter at next service ($100 +or more) can onsell when you flick the car No downside IMO - every car I have owned has had one, or two ohyes - welcome!! Sounds good! Where can i get the K&N filter? Repco? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5V8 337 Report post Posted March 22, 2011 (edited) I doubt repco stock them. Buy a cleaning pack too, when it comes to cleaning time remember not to over oil it. READ the instructions. http://www.knfilters.co.nz/ Edited March 22, 2011 by M5V8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twisted 45 Report post Posted April 6, 2011 I'm firmly in the clear indicator camp. Orange is just not visually appealing on a dark car. Going clear emphasises the red on the rear lenses (which works wonderfully on a black car) and cleans up the front end. If you do the wheels, then orange lenses will distract the eye. meh. I just dont like orange lenses full stop. Never have. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dsrturbo 0 Report post Posted March 27, 2012 I doubt repco stock them. Buy a cleaning pack too, when it comes to cleaning time remember not to over oil it. READ the instructions. http://www.nzairfilters.co.nz/ NZ Air Filters - Online Store list a Panel filter for a BMW Engine http://nzairfilter.co.nz/panel-filter/bmw/33-2942.html BMW 13717797465 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
