Debadge? [Archive] - E46Fanatics

eclecticman

02-24-2005, 12:23 AM

Do you think it's pimp to debadge the rear deck. I have a 325xi and I'm just curious if you think it might be pretensious because people might think I'm just taking it off because it's not a 330. But curious as to your opinions on the "clean" look of the rear deck.

Nick@Jlevi SW

02-24-2005, 12:25 AM

I used to think that I would never debadge. But was bored and decided I would just try it for kicks one day, it looks 100000x better

JonJon

02-24-2005, 12:28 AM

:werd:

You're gonna get a TON of people hating on ya bro...but do WHAT YOU LIKE!:thumbup:

BMW330xi01

02-24-2005, 12:31 AM

i debadged mine to repaint the badge from chrome to gloss blakc i liek the black on TIAG look ne ways

WhiteDagger

02-24-2005, 12:34 AM

Not this again...
:search: and this is only a few...

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=9252&highlight=debadge
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=217538&highlight=debadge
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=150088&highlight=debadging
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=183574&highlight=debadge
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=189729&highlight=debadge
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=96131&highlight=debadge

Dalton

02-24-2005, 12:43 AM

i was actually thinking of putting mine back on...

EvilKamote

02-24-2005, 12:48 AM

I used to think that I would never debadge. But was bored and decided I would just try it for kicks one day, it looks 100000x better

I'm actually going to take mine out but been very lazy to do it...
I'll go ahead and do this soon...

eclecticman

02-24-2005, 12:49 AM

Damn - you called me out! I was a lazy bastard and didn't even do a search (I usually do a search b4 starting a new thread). :repost: My bad peeps. But thanks for the feedback thus far.

That's a cool idea to spray it black. The black glossy on black might look hot - or maybe i'll do a greyish (but that might look to Lexus-like). I guess I can always put them back on without much trouble.

SOLD! 325xi soon to be debadged!!!!

Gucki83

02-24-2005, 12:52 AM

:werd:

You're gonna get a TON of people hating on ya bro...but do WHAT YOU LIKE!:thumbup:
:werd: but it does look clean & symmetrical.

AC815

02-24-2005, 01:04 AM

:werd:

You're gonna get a TON of people hating on ya bro...but do WHAT YOU LIKE!:thumbup:
seriously? i didnt know people did that..... i always just thought it was widely agreed that like women, cars are better shaved

EvilKamote

02-24-2005, 01:12 AM

seriously? i didnt know people did that..... i always just thought it was widely agreed that like women, cars are better shaved

That was a great point!!! :lmao: so far this is the best answer!!!

GarrettF

02-24-2005, 01:20 AM

i like my badge

bunnykiller67

02-24-2005, 01:30 AM

I like my badge too :D

If I had an Xi Id keep it on no matter what model it was.

eclecticman

02-24-2005, 01:40 AM

First off - extremely funny comment regarding the "hard-wood-floor"!!!!

Second - why would you keep any xi on ? do you really think i'm proud of an xi? HAHA - i wish i had a z8 alpina - then i wouldn't debadge it - i'd put neon around the freaking emblem!

bimmerchop

02-24-2005, 02:03 AM

Debadge it. i debadged mine, and never looked back. Basically, people debadge for different reasons, whether it be for a clean look, or to hide your model, who cares. Do as you wish. Most of the time the people who complain about debadged cars are 330 owners who, by keeping their badge on, sleep better at night knowing they are better than everyone else :rolleyes: :P

Don't get me wrong, there are also people who keep the badge on because they do in fact like how it looks. I myself prefer the cleaner look :thumbup:

Masko

02-24-2005, 02:06 AM

seriously? i didnt know people did that..... i always just thought it was widely agreed that like women, cars are better shaved
Haha thats classic.

BanMdrWew

02-24-2005, 04:15 AM

When I see debadged coupes it look weird as if something were missing, maybe because the extra ci. but on sedans it looks right and proportional when debadged.

AussieBMW

02-24-2005, 06:09 AM

This just reminds me of all those to cut/uncut arguments about boys.

JCsE46

02-24-2005, 08:07 AM

:hmm: Hmmm....I'm also contemplating if I will debadge my car or not. I need to review more pros and cons about debadging before doing it.

DeLL1982

02-24-2005, 08:29 AM

If i had a 323, 325 or a 328 i would debage.......
But i have a 330i so i must seperate my self from the rest
So my 330i badge stays on :woot: :str8pimpi

SonTon2003

02-24-2005, 08:50 AM

Keep it on!

///M3Pilot19

02-24-2005, 09:05 AM

personally I don't get the debadging thing.. and doing that to an M3 makes even less sense. But hey to each his/her own.

eclecticman

02-24-2005, 10:40 AM

As far as I can see - the BIG PRO of debadging is that you can always reapply the badge if you don't like the way it looks with it off. I'm gonna take a picture and then do a Photoshopped before and after to see what it looks like (can't believe I didn't think of that sooner) :hmm:

bimmerchop

02-24-2005, 11:58 AM

If I had an M3, I would debadge for sure :thumbup: I would debadge any car I have.

AussieBMW

02-24-2005, 04:31 PM

If I had an M3, I would debadge for sure :thumbup: I would debadge any car I have.

If someone can only recognise an M3 by the badge, it's not someone you want to be knowing ur car anyway!

eclecticman

02-26-2005, 11:11 PM

OK - I did a PS-touchup and I still can't really tell if I like the De-Badge better. It might also be becasue it's a "Dead-Center" image - and not something you'd likely see darting around...but here it is for all to see.

http://www.geocities.com/ipodmy325xi/images/Debadge.jpg

AussieBMW

02-27-2005, 01:37 AM

OK - I did a PS-touchup and I still can't really tell if I like the De-Badge better. It might also be becasue it's a "Dead-Center" image - and not something you'd likely see darting around...but here it is for all to see.

Get some clears before you debadge! It looks so old school!

eclecticman

02-27-2005, 10:38 AM

Get some clears before you debadge! It looks so old school!

Don't think I'm not looking into that. There are no OEM Clears for Facelifted Sedans because of D.O.T. Bull$hit - so I'm researching the best after markets.

I know DEPO is OEM for some other auto companies - but then I've heard those really don't fit well.....

GRRRRR.... Very frustrating (TRUST ME)!!!

But yes, agreed - the whole amber thing is a thorn in my side.

LewDog

02-27-2005, 06:53 PM

i debadged my 325i and love the look. looks sweet on a black car. gives it a stealthy look. if i had an M3 though i would definately leave the badges on. just somethin about showing off the ///M logo :) It took me a lil while to get up the courage to debadge my baby but after i did i was totally happy with it :thumbup:

wlin

02-27-2005, 07:33 PM

Don't think I'm not looking into that. There are no OEM Clears for Facelifted Sedans...

Yes there is :search:: <a href="http://www.parts4euro.com/cgi-bin/PPStore/ppstore.cgi?database=Products&action=view_product&productID=20034&category=8">OEM from Germany</a>, where i got mines from
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I know DEPO is OEM for some other auto companies - but then I've heard those really don't fit well.....

Uh, my smoked corners are made by DEPO and they fit perfectly.
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AussieBMW

02-28-2005, 02:21 AM

Yes there is :search:: OEM from Germany</a>, where i got mines from

Uh, my smoked corners are made by DEPO and they fit perfectly.

Sweet, a red ZHP. Have you got some pics of the entire car?

I ordered my car debadged!

doctorjones

02-28-2005, 10:46 AM

I have to confess I am one of the few M3 owners it seems who have debadged. I look at it this way. People who are into cars will recognize it immediately for what it is... and it seems to cut down on the people who want to race me among those who can't tell the car without the badge. Besides, it's pretty much a minimal effort anyways... with 6 other M3 or ///M symbols on the car between the wheels and gills that come stock, it's very easy to recognize it for what it is as long as you know what to look for. It does make the back look so much cleaner though... I like it much better without the badge.

Jim H

02-28-2005, 01:33 PM

Don't think I'm not looking into that. There are no OEM Clears for Facelifted Sedans because of D.O.T. Bull$hit - so I'm researching the best after markets.

I know DEPO is OEM for some other auto companies - but then I've heard those really don't fit well.....

GRRRRR.... Very frustrating (TRUST ME)!!!

But yes, agreed - the whole amber thing is a thorn in my side.
I just put OEM clears on my 2005 sedan. Got 'em from Bekkers, and they make a HUGE difference. Debadging next nice day I get!

RANE2001

03-28-2005, 12:06 PM

debaged :thumbup: think it looks alot better. and people look at my car and have no idea what it is.

JCsE46

03-28-2005, 06:30 PM

I've just debadged my car this weekend and it looks cleaner now but I've still doubting myself if I did the right thing or not.

brandonx46

03-28-2005, 09:18 PM

I've just debadged my car this weekend and it looks cleaner now but I've still doubting myself if I did the right thing or not.

Well, if you dont like it you could always re-apply it. Just try to get used to it in the next few days and if you can't then re-apply.

JCsE46

03-28-2005, 10:06 PM

Well, if you dont like it you could always re-apply it. Just try to get used to it in the next few days and if you can't then re-apply.
Just because I got used of seeing it all the time before. Just staring it, my mind says something missing. Oh well, I will get use to it sooner or later. I will leave it off as you said I can always put it back on. Nah!

Jim H

03-29-2005, 02:41 PM

Finally debadged, I guess a little over a week ago. I love it. Looks so much cleaner...reminds me of all the e46s I saw in Germany while I did ED.

BTW, I did it in the sun, on a cooler day, but it was still plenty warm. Used the dental floss like everyone says. Wiped the residue with my fingers mostly, and got the rest with a little Citrus cleaner and a cloth. Wiped it down, then waxed the area real quick. Took maybe 10 minutes.