Site News: BMW Roundel Replacement from JleviSW

BMW Roundel Replacement from JleviSW · 07-30-2010, 03:12 PM

Why Replace Your BMW Roundel?
First and foremost, your BMW Roundel is front-and-center when you drive, and therefore often chips or dents from rocks and freeway debris. Once this happens, the entire roundel can easily peel, leaving the chrome beneath to shine in the sun. This is common, but can be frustrating, as it is so blatantly noticeable. An aftermarket logo can be more affordable than a replacement BMW emblem from the dealership, while still maintaining the original fit and finish of an OE part.

Furthermore, when customizing your BMW, you may have chosen to go with a carbon fiber theme, or to "blackout" your car's amber and red lights, creating a unique monochromatic look. For this reason, it may be appropriate to change the color of your BMW emblem. While some view this as adulterating a classic and prestigious crest, the vast majority see it as an intriguing metaphor; The modified BMW logo represents the aftermarket upgrades you've installed on your BMW.

Examples of Roundel Customization

Carbon Fiber BMW Emblems | Monochrome Black & White BMW Roundels | Vinyl BMW Roundel Overlays

How to Replace Your BMW Roundel
The video below will walk you through the relatively simple installation procedure for replacing your BMW emblem.

However you choose to upgrade your BMW Roundel, your car will stand out and let people know that you've put in the time and effort to make your BMW a unique and personalized work of art. And, at a more affordable price than an OEM BMW Roundel, this is one upgrade that won't break the bank.

alwaysbored786 · 07-30-2010, 03:18 PM

i wonder how much jlevi paid to have this on the front page lol.

Jlevi SW · 07-30-2010, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alwaysbored786

i wonder how much jlevi paid to have this on the front page lol.

A hefty sum of $0. Almost broke our advertising budget, really.

We told Tim that this was a really cool new product and a lot of people were asking questions about it ("do they fit like oem? How hard are they to replace"), so we had written an article about it...

The E46Fanatics community is all about educating enthusiasts. Tim and Mark (owners of E46Fanatics) have a strict guideline that if it's educational, sponsors can write articles and have them featured. So while our advertisements would NEVER be featured, (we get no special treatment on this, I assure you) we've had a few of our "tutorial" or "complete guide to" articles featured on the site in the past.

You know, we're enthusiasts, too

alwaysbored786 · 07-30-2010, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jlevi SW

A hefty sum of $0. Almost broke our advertising budget, really.

We told Tim that this was a really cool new product and a lot of people were asking questions about it ("do they fit like oem? How hard are they to replace"), so we had written an article about it...

The E46Fanatics community is all about educating enthusiasts. Tim and Mark (owners of E46Fanatics) have a strict guideline that if it's educational, sponsors can write articles and have them featured. So while our advertisements would NEVER be featured, (we get no special treatment on this, I assure you) we've had a few of our "tutorial" or "complete guide to" articles featured on the site in the past.

You know, we're enthusiasts, too

i just got owned.

ThanhC · 07-30-2010, 08:31 PM

i want some! but was kinda confuse on how to order them for my car...

TiAgTouring · 07-30-2010, 09:20 PM

Do you have rear CF roundels for the Touring?

_Shark · 07-30-2010, 09:39 PM

that white/silver roundel looks smooooooth

haplo_84 · 07-31-2010, 01:05 AM

I have the blue and white ones on my car, i love the way they look!

zsp · 07-31-2010, 03:40 AM

What's up with the price?

Ebay ones are $10 tops.

Do these include the grommets?

Owtlaw333 · 07-31-2010, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zsp

What's up with the price?

Ebay ones are $10 tops.

Do these include the grommets?

Overhead... ebay doesn't have any.

pinoybmr3 · 08-02-2010, 03:25 PM

just replaced mine, cf white and blue emblem from khoalty..its nice

yezzsir · 08-02-2010, 09:09 PM

i once saw a roundel all (black) with a while outline of the german eagle. The one the army wears. It was in an issue of BMW performance magazine.

anyways, would buy one in a heartbeat, looks ill. does anyone know about them, im assuming it was one of a kind.....

AJs_325Ci · 08-03-2010, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alwaysbored786

i just got owned.

lol!

Baddd 330ci · 08-03-2010, 12:26 PM

Ooohhh that's how they come off. lol

Thanks guys

DontWriteGraff · 08-04-2010, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alwaysbored786

i just got owned.

lmao.

G-Hots · 08-05-2010, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tim330i

An aftermarket logo can be more affordable than a replacement BMW emblem from the dealership, while still maintaining the original fit and finish of an OE part.

I just ordered an oem one for a customer of mine for $26 from a local dealer. these are $24 and probably half the quality...

Quote:

Originally Posted by tim330i

And, at a more affordable price than an OEM BMW Roundel, this is one upgrade that won't break the bank.

Yeah if you are trying to save 2 bucks on a different looking emblem go for it. Otherwise, please keep your BMW "un-riced". There are enough Civics and Integras running around all riced out

bmw330ice · 08-05-2010, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by G-Hots

Yeah if you are trying to save 2 bucks on a different looking emblem go for it. Otherwise, please keep your BMW "un-riced". There are enough Civics and Integras running around all riced out

"un-riced" really man? Changing your emblems does not make you a "rice-er".....now its when you add those really over done spoilers and exhaust pipes the size of a basketball

i.e. if you are going with a red and black theme, a red and white roundel would look good...or the blacked out theme. A CF black and white roundel would be a great addition. just changing your emblems can only add an appeal to the car.

BimmerFerret · 08-06-2010, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alwaysbored786

i just got owned.

LOL. Nice job manning up and admitting it. Happened to me a few times too

Jlevi SW · 08-06-2010, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alwaysbored786

i just got owned.

Still friends?

shahbaz99 · 08-13-2010, 12:08 AM

do you have a plain oem hood emblem?

07-30-2010, 03:12 PM	#1
BMW Roundel Replacement from JleviSW tim330i Owner/Admin Join Date: Dec 1969 Location: Boston Posts: 10,548 Advertisement <a href='http://bmw.performanceix.com/www/delivery/ck.php?n=a63628c7&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE' target='_blank'><img src='http://bmw.performanceix.com/www/delivery/avw.php?zoneid=46&cb=INSERT_RANDOM_NUMBER_HERE&n=a63628c7' border='0' alt='' /></a> posted by tim330i Why Replace Your BMW Roundel? First and foremost, your BMW Roundel is front-and-center when you drive, and therefore often chips or dents from rocks and freeway debris. Once this happens, the entire roundel can easily peel, leaving the chrome beneath to shine in the sun. This is common, but can be frustrating, as it is so blatantly noticeable. An aftermarket logo can be more affordable than a replacement BMW emblem from the dealership, while still maintaining the original fit and finish of an OE part. Furthermore, when customizing your BMW, you may have chosen to go with a carbon fiber theme, or to "blackout" your car's amber and red lights, creating a unique monochromatic look. For this reason, it may be appropriate to change the color of your BMW emblem. While some view this as adulterating a classic and prestigious crest, the vast majority see it as an intriguing metaphor; The modified BMW logo represents the aftermarket upgrades you've installed on your BMW. Examples of Roundel Customization Carbon Fiber BMW Emblems \| Monochrome Black & White BMW Roundels \| Vinyl BMW Roundel Overlays How to Replace Your BMW Roundel The video below will walk you through the relatively simple installation procedure for replacing your BMW emblem. However you choose to upgrade your BMW Roundel, your car will stand out and let people know that you've put in the time and effort to make your BMW a unique and personalized work of art. And, at a more affordable price than an OEM BMW Roundel, this is one upgrade that won't break the bank.
This article has been viewed 17874 times.

07-30-2010, 08:31 PM	#5
ThanhC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Bay Area/ ALAMEDA Posts: 15 My Ride: 325i o1 View My Garage	i want some! but was kinda confuse on how to order them for my car... __________________

07-30-2010, 09:20 PM	#6
TiAgTouring Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Athens OH Posts: 1,573 My Ride: has a D-Pillar View My Garage	Do you have rear CF roundels for the Touring? __________________ 323iT 5MT ZSP/ M54B30 Manifold Swap/ F1 Headers + Full ZHP Exhaust/ UUC SSK + DSSR/ CF ACS Mirrors/ M3 Steering Wheel + ZHP Shift Knob

07-31-2010, 01:05 AM	#8
haplo_84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: WARNER ROBINS, GA Posts: 181 My Ride: 328Ci View My Garage	I have the blue and white ones on my car, i love the way they look! __________________ I still have a ways to go to get it where I want.

08-02-2010, 03:25 PM	#11
pinoybmr3 Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Riverstone Posts: 3,832 My Ride: low and slow View My Garage	just replaced mine, cf white and blue emblem from khoalty..its nice __________________ Mods: Vmr VB3 staggered wheels, H&R sport cup kit, P46 with Orion V2 with Canbus xenon, Magnaflow exhaust, Aluminum pedals. Roque RSM, Interior xenon lights, Oem alarms, M3 steering wheel, carbon fiber wrap interior, K&N intake, Mtec II bumper, Kenwood with Pandora and 2x12's sub and amp, RCR tails, OEM clear sides and front, black kidneys and roof spoiler.

07-31-2010, 03:40 AM	#9
zsp Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Norcal Posts: 186 My Ride: 328 View My Garage	What's up with the price? Ebay ones are $10 tops. Do these include the grommets?

08-02-2010, 09:09 PM	#12
yezzsir Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: sauga Posts: 16 My Ride: 330i View My Garage	i once saw a roundel all (black) with a while outline of the german eagle. The one the army wears. It was in an issue of BMW performance magazine. anyways, would buy one in a heartbeat, looks ill. does anyone know about them, im assuming it was one of a kind.....

08-03-2010, 12:26 PM	#14
Baddd 330ci Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 91 My Ride: 2003 M3 6MT View My Garage	Ooohhh that's how they come off. lol Thanks guys __________________ 2003 Alpine White/Cinnamon M3 ~ No more 330ci Dinan Proud supporter of our site sponsors: ///F1 Autohaus ///Tischer BMW Parts ///ECS Tuning ///Khoalty

08-13-2010, 12:08 AM	#20
shahbaz99 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Toronto,On Posts: 236 My Ride: Clean 330ci View My Garage	do you have a plain oem hood emblem? __________________

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes	Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode	Rate This Thread: