[FZI89]

Originally Posted by timesone

WOW!!! Is it a law there that cars and garages have to be spotless?

🤣 the garage isn’t as spotless as the photos would make you believe, but it’s quite clean tbf. SpaceSilver.X1 garage is cleaner

But the car…I wash it every 7-10 days in winter (it was washed earlier that day). I’ve also recently come across CarPro Elixir. This is hands down the easiest and quickest post-wash touch up that will enhance gloss and make the car feel slick and give it a wet look. Highly recommend

[FlashMonkey929]

Originally Posted by ranceny00

Has anyone actually bought and installed this front license plate mount? We opted not to drill into the front bumper but it’s just a matter of time before I get pulled over for no front plate in NY. Considering this as an option.

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/BO...LES-p110722372

That's my car in the post above. I personally did not like the way the Sly Bracket mounted, due to the odd shape of openings in the lower grill on the M Sport model. Also required too much work to measure for it, plus it mounts to the plastic grill, which means any flexing or vibrations may scratch/crack the grill (though that's probably not a huge concern). Not to mention it also somewhat blocks airflow to the lower grill, however little.

Tow hook mounts are mounted to the frame and don't touch any of the exterior bumper, much more sturdy and more solidly mounted. The mounts from Rho Plate are very well machined and super solid, unlike some of the cheap thin universal mounts available. Highly recommend them.

[FlashMonkey929]

Originally Posted by FZI89

The last piece of the puzzle is now installed! Front and rear spoilers and side skirts all from Maxton Design.

Looks good! If I were ever tempted to lower my X1 that would go great with it. I'm enjoying the ground clearance though, and don't plan on keeping the car when the lease is up.

[FZI89]

Originally Posted by FlashMonkey929

Looks good! If I were ever tempted to lower my X1 that would go great with it. I'm enjoying the ground clearance though, and don't plan on keeping the car when the lease is up.

Thanks!
I also enjoy the ground clearance, but love a lowered look. With these installed, the car is optically lowered without sacrificing too much on ground clearance (still have easy entry into and out of the garage, zero problems over speed bumps)

[FlashMonkey929]

Originally Posted by FZI89

Thanks!
I also enjoy the ground clearance, but love a lowered look. With these installed, the car is optically lowered without sacrificing too much on ground clearance (still have easy entry into and out of the garage, zero problems over speed bumps)

I honestly think the X1 would look pretty nice lowered till the wheels slightly tuck into the fender well, but it would be completely impractical for me lol.

[FZI89]

Originally Posted by FlashMonkey929

I honestly think the X1 would look pretty nice lowered till the wheels slightly tuck into the fender well, but it would be completely impractical for me lol.

It would look great like that. But I would probably ruin the car within a month 😅

[ranceny00]

Originally Posted by FlashMonkey929

That's my car in the post above. I personally did not like the way the Sly Bracket mounted, due to the odd shape of openings in the lower grill on the M Sport model. Also required too much work to measure for it, plus it mounts to the plastic grill, which means any flexing or vibrations may scratch/crack the grill (though that's probably not a huge concern). Not to mention it also somewhat blocks airflow to the lower grill, however little.

Tow hook mounts are mounted to the frame and don't touch any of the exterior bumper, much more sturdy and more solidly mounted. The mounts from Rho Plate are very well machined and super solid, unlike some of the cheap thin universal mounts available. Highly recommend them.

Thanks! That’s an extremely helpful comparison. I will probably go the tow hook route.