Blackout Grills on Silver Gray

nmulax · 12-22-2008, 11:05 PM

Finally got around to taking some pics that actually show the blackout grills.

Got one of the first sets from DDM Tuning, and couldn't be happier - both with their service, and with the finished product. The blackout grill is a cheap and easy mod, but definitely improves the look of the car. Never liked the chrome on the grill; especially since there isn't chrome elsewhere on the car.

Here are some pics of the grills, plus one more of the best part.

GP20 · 12-23-2008, 12:36 AM

Looks awesome! But I wouldn't leave the front plate on the dash (or anywhere inside the cabin) if I were you. If you were involved in an accident the plate could decapitate you or your passenger.

nmulax · 12-23-2008, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by GP20

Looks awesome! But I wouldn't leave the front plate on the dash (or anywhere inside the cabin) if I were you. If you were involved in an accident the plate could decapitate you or your passenger.

Yeah, it's not up there for long. The plate bracket had a stripped thread so I had to order a new one. Once the UPS guy delivers it, the plate will be back on the rear.

Oh, and those pics were taken yesterday (December 22nd). Just thought I'd share that with our friends to the north

MMMazing07 · 12-23-2008, 10:55 AM

they look great on silver gray. nice!

edit: they look great on any color lol

3002 tii · 12-23-2008, 02:06 PM

awesome, was having 2nd thoughts on how it'd look on my tit silver but this is making me think it'll look good. just washed the car so maybe i'll put mine in as well

papitosabe · 12-23-2008, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by GP20

Looks awesome! But I wouldn't leave the front plate on the dash (or anywhere inside the cabin) if I were you. If you were involved in an accident the plate could decapitate you or your passenger.

never thought about that...I was about to do that...I currently have both plates on the back...so if I get stopped...I'll play dumb...real dumb... soon, I"ll be getting this

regarding the grill...I like, but on a white coupe it looks like theres nothing there...i've looked everywhere for black w/chrome outer lip...anyone know where to find? thx in advance..

todevski · 12-24-2008, 09:56 AM

were did u get them from? do you have link? thanks

inTgr8r · 12-24-2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Dubbedown

awesome, was having 2nd thoughts on how it'd look on my tit silver but this is making me think it'll look good. just washed the car so maybe i'll put mine in as well

it'll look great.

nmulax · 12-26-2008, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by papitosabe

regarding the grill...I like, but on a white coupe it looks like theres nothing there...i've looked everywhere for black w/chrome outer lip...anyone know where to find? thx in advance..

Black slats with a chrome surround is what's stock on the Z4 M.
If that's what you want, PM me, and for a few bucks plus shipping I'll send you my stock grill.

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were did u get them from? do you have link? thanks

Here's the thread that the guys from DDM started. This is where I got my grills.

Z4coupe · 02-05-2009, 10:14 PM

Are these the same ones Turner sells for 80 something? Just wondering why the big difference in price between the 2. Thanks

nmulax · 02-06-2009, 09:53 AM

Yep, they look the same.

3002 tii · 02-28-2009, 10:43 AM

not trying to threadjack, just figured i'd post how mine ended up looking. the pix above helped. sorry for bad quality, took with camera phone:

Dieter · 02-28-2009, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Z4coupe

Are these the same ones Turner sells for 80 something? Just wondering why the big difference in price between the 2. Thanks

I got those also form Tuner...the black grills.
But I have no clue as to how to switch them ? How do I get the original out ?

Burt Reynolds · 02-28-2009, 07:50 PM

Just pull it out carefully. It pops out.

Dieter · 02-28-2009, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Burt Reynolds

Just pull it out carefully. It pops out.

out to the front with the hood closed ? and the new ones pop staight back in ?

ElegantSpoon · 03-01-2009, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dubbedown

not trying to threadjack, just figured i'd post how mine ended up looking. the pix above helped. sorry for bad quality, took with camera phone:

Got a pick from further away?

jmillet · 03-01-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieter

I got those also form Tuner...the black grills.
But I have no clue as to how to switch them ? How do I get the original out ?

Go to Bimmerfest Z4 FAQ and How To's and you'll find your answer
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...2&postcount=16

Dieter · 03-01-2009, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by jmillet

Go to Bimmerfest Z4 FAQ and How To's and you'll find your answer
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...2&postcount=16

Thanks, I already got it done, they came out easy. New ones look great !!

Dieter · 03-02-2009, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieter

Thanks, I already got it done, they came out easy. New ones look great !!

Ok I got it all done and here are the pics.

Dieter · 03-02-2009, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieter

Ok I got it all done and here are the pics.

Pictures are a little big. Let me know and I upload them smaler if possible.

12-22-2008, 11:05 PM	#1
nmulax Brigadier General 378 Rep 4,320 Posts Drives: '07 Z4 M Coupe Join Date: May 2006 Location: Metro-Detroit iTrader: (5) Garage List 2007 Z4M Coupé [7.66]	Blackout Grills on Silver Gray Finally got around to taking some pics that actually show the blackout grills. Got one of the first sets from DDM Tuning, and couldn't be happier - both with their service, and with the finished product. The blackout grill is a cheap and easy mod, but definitely improves the look of the car. Never liked the chrome on the grill; especially since there isn't chrome elsewhere on the car. Here are some pics of the grills, plus one more of the best part. Attached Images __________________
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nmulax Brigadier General 378 Rep 4,320 Posts Drives: '07 Z4 M Coupe Join Date: May 2006 Location: Metro-Detroit iTrader: (5) Garage List 2007 Z4M Coupé [7.66]	Yep, they look the same. __________________
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