Where to get the following mods

benyl · 12-04-2007, 10:11 AM

Since the border always causes issues, I want to ask where people got the following mods for their cars that caused the least amount of problems. Wondering if there are any Canadian retailers that are reasonable on price or if everyone just gets everything south of the border.

For instance, 6-10 business days via USPS has turned into 1 month for my wind deflector being sent up for my M3 Cab. Not that it is the shippers fault, but USPS was $40 for shipping and UPS (was a private sale) wanted $150.

I should have my car in a couple of weeks. It is in Halifax now, if I am not mistaken.

I want to get the following:
Painted reflectors for the front wheel arch http://www.**********s.com/product.a...lectors_e92_PR

Blacked out front grill
http://www.**********s.com/product.a...kout_Grills_BH

GP Thunder H3 and H8 bulbs
For Angel Eye and turning lights. What bulbs go in the fogs?

M Aero front lip (Has anyone tried the JLevi version?)
http://jlevistreetwerks.com/BMW-E90/...duct_info.html

M3 Lip spoiler
http://jlevistreetwerks.com/BMW-E90/...duct_info.html

Rear Fog light switch (Although I see that someone from TO ordered from Crown).
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26545

For wheels and chipping, I might wait until spring. Gives Vishnu time to catch up and to see what else might be on the market.

I have been searching through everything... but there is just soooo much to read.

Thanks for your help guys.

SGxi · 12-04-2007, 11:12 AM

You can source most of these parts local, except for the blacked out grill, spoiler and the painted reflectors.

Problem is that the larger the piece, the more expensive it gets. Factor in shipping, duties...etc, you may end up paying the same if not more for some of these things. The smaller parts you should be able to get them from the sources you listed with no problem with USPS. Keep in mind it's holiday season and there will definitely be a long delay with receiving your parcels over this time (esp. since a lot more people are buying from US these past few weeks).

The only two online supplier that I know ships to Canada is Crown and Tischer (have asked Circle but reply is very slow). I've dealt with both without problem. Only thing you have to worry about is duties and brokerage since they only ship UPS/Fed-ex.

benyl · 12-04-2007, 12:51 PM

Thanks, appreciate the response.

canucklion · 12-04-2007, 02:56 PM

Benyl, Check the neighbouring state for any mail depot places, you can have the items shipped there, and drive down to pick them up.

benyl · 12-04-2007, 02:59 PM

Haha. I thought about that. Montana is about 2.5 - 3 hours away. Makes for a day trip to do that. I would rather pay the extra shipping and brokerage than spend the time and $100 in gas it would cost.

It is a thought for some of the bigger items though.

OTK_KART · 12-04-2007, 03:47 PM

I wouldn't use UPS ground to ship anything except the winter tires/wheels from tirerack. The brokage can cost as much as 40% of the declare value on the custom forms that the sellers fill out.

If your car was on Otello, You should get your car in about 3 weeks. My car is on route to Calgary and it should arrived in the CN yard on Dec 13.

benyl · 12-04-2007, 05:28 PM

My car is on the Falstaff
Vessel: FALSTAFF
Voyage: ED747-FAL

The ship arrived in Halifax yesterday and left today. So I assume that the car is on the ground.

Not bad considering I ordered it on Nov 30th.

How?

The EXACT car I wanted was on its way to a TO dealer for stock inventory. My dealer intercepted it for me. Hope to get it before Christmas, but it looks like it might be after Christmas.

Mach@M-Force_Design · 12-04-2007, 11:57 PM

I'll be stocking parts soon, I'll let you know when I have any updates on the E92 products. M3 lip spoiler will be arriving soon.

ians · 12-05-2007, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Mach@M-Force_Design

I'll be stocking parts soon, I'll let you know when I have any updates on the E92 products. M3 lip spoiler will be arriving soon.

I am planning to get oem ssk, shift knob, m3 spoiler, aero front lip, angel eys, fogs, rear licence light upgrade too. So when you can have price list? I am in Toronto and my car will be arrive in Feb.

Tuner1 · 12-05-2007, 04:09 PM

Let me know when you are ready for more power or some coil-overs

Rob

Soni · 12-05-2007, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach@M-Force_Design

I'll be stocking parts soon, I'll let you know when I have any updates on the E92 products. M3 lip spoiler will be arriving soon.

M3 Lip spoiler

OEM? How much? Please PM me!!

giddyup69 · 12-06-2007, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soni

M3 Lip spoiler

OEM? How much? Please PM me!!

fyi: i was quoted 275+tax/shipping from lewis @ mw design.

Mach@M-Force_Design · 12-06-2007, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by giddyup69

fyi: i was quoted 275+tax/shipping from lewis @ mw design.

We will offer a painted price and primed price. The paint will be a BMW OEM paint so there will be no imperfections and it will include a high quality clear coat.
When we have further updates on the products I will get back to you all.

giddyup69 · 12-06-2007, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mach@M-Force_Design

We will offer a painted price and primed price. The paint will be a BMW OEM paint so there will be no imperfections and it will include a high quality clear coat.
When we have further updates on the products I will get back to you all.

that would be a great option !

MIC328i · 12-06-2007, 10:27 PM

I'll be all over the M3 spoiler too .. hey benyl that looks like my mod list too and i have a white coupe heh

Mach@M-Force_Design · 12-07-2007, 11:49 PM

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=100096

Lookie here! Theres the pricing, if you have any questions and inquires pm me.

-Mach

benyl · 12-08-2007, 02:08 AM

How much is shipping to Calgary?

SSD · 12-08-2007, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by benyl

Rear Fog light switch (Although I see that someone from TO ordered from Crown).
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26545

Just did my rear fog mod today with the US/CAD switch today....works great....unless you really need the icon on the switch..otherwise, it's a free mod with our US/CAD switch. (My second 'white piece' is made by a 1.5" screw on a rubber =) )

12-04-2007, 10:11 AM	#1
benyl Lieutenant 6 Rep 408 Posts Drives: '08 335i, '10 W204 w/m156 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Where to get the following mods Since the border always causes issues, I want to ask where people got the following mods for their cars that caused the least amount of problems. Wondering if there are any Canadian retailers that are reasonable on price or if everyone just gets everything south of the border. For instance, 6-10 business days via USPS has turned into 1 month for my wind deflector being sent up for my M3 Cab. Not that it is the shippers fault, but USPS was $40 for shipping and UPS (was a private sale) wanted $150. I should have my car in a couple of weeks. It is in Halifax now, if I am not mistaken. I want to get the following: Painted reflectors for the front wheel arch http://www.********s.com/product.a...lectors_e92_PR Blacked out front grill http://www.********s.com/product.a...kout_Grills_BH GP Thunder H3 and H8 bulbs For Angel Eye and turning lights. What bulbs go in the fogs? M Aero front lip (Has anyone tried the JLevi version?) http://jlevistreetwerks.com/BMW-E90/...duct_info.html M3 Lip spoiler http://jlevistreetwerks.com/BMW-E90/...duct_info.html Rear Fog light switch (Although I see that someone from TO ordered from Crown). http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26545 For wheels and chipping, I might wait until spring. Gives Vishnu time to catch up and to see what else might be on the market. I have been searching through everything... but there is just soooo much to read. Thanks for your help guys. __________________ E92 335iA, AW on BLK, Al trim, Premium, Nav, 6FL, CA, Sport, PDC, Paddles... W204 C63, OBS on BLK, Carbon Trim, Premium, Performance, Rev Cam, and stock exhaust...
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12-04-2007, 11:12 AM	#2
SGxi Major General 158 Rep 6,805 Posts Drives: E90 328xi Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Toronto iTrader: (17) Garage List 2007 328xi [0.00]	You can source most of these parts local, except for the blacked out grill, spoiler and the painted reflectors. Problem is that the larger the piece, the more expensive it gets. Factor in shipping, duties...etc, you may end up paying the same if not more for some of these things. The smaller parts you should be able to get them from the sources you listed with no problem with USPS. Keep in mind it's holiday season and there will definitely be a long delay with receiving your parcels over this time (esp. since a lot more people are buying from US these past few weeks). The only two online supplier that I know ships to Canada is Crown and Tischer (have asked Circle but reply is very slow). I've dealt with both without problem. Only thing you have to worry about is duties and brokerage since they only ship UPS/Fed-ex. __________________ MY07 A22 E90 N52Nxi
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12-04-2007, 12:51 PM	#3
benyl Lieutenant 6 Rep 408 Posts Drives: '08 335i, '10 W204 w/m156 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Thanks, appreciate the response. __________________ E92 335iA, AW on BLK, Al trim, Premium, Nav, 6FL, CA, Sport, PDC, Paddles... W204 C63, OBS on BLK, Carbon Trim, Premium, Performance, Rev Cam, and stock exhaust...
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12-04-2007, 02:56 PM	#4
canucklion pull my finger to get your kinder® surprise 148 Rep 10,455 Posts Drives: circles around you Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (9)	Benyl, Check the neighbouring state for any mail depot places, you can have the items shipped there, and drive down to pick them up. __________________
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12-04-2007, 02:59 PM	#5
benyl Lieutenant 6 Rep 408 Posts Drives: '08 335i, '10 W204 w/m156 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Haha. I thought about that. Montana is about 2.5 - 3 hours away. Makes for a day trip to do that. I would rather pay the extra shipping and brokerage than spend the time and $100 in gas it would cost. It is a thought for some of the bigger items though. __________________ E92 335iA, AW on BLK, Al trim, Premium, Nav, 6FL, CA, Sport, PDC, Paddles... W204 C63, OBS on BLK, Carbon Trim, Premium, Performance, Rev Cam, and stock exhaust...
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12-04-2007, 03:47 PM	#6
OTK_KART Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 283 Posts Drives: cars with 4 wheels Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alberta iTrader: (1)	I wouldn't use UPS ground to ship anything except the winter tires/wheels from tirerack. The brokage can cost as much as 40% of the declare value on the custom forms that the sellers fill out. If your car was on Otello, You should get your car in about 3 weeks. My car is on route to Calgary and it should arrived in the CN yard on Dec 13.
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12-04-2007, 05:28 PM	#7
benyl Lieutenant 6 Rep 408 Posts Drives: '08 335i, '10 W204 w/m156 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	My car is on the Falstaff Vessel: FALSTAFF Voyage: ED747-FAL The ship arrived in Halifax yesterday and left today. So I assume that the car is on the ground. Not bad considering I ordered it on Nov 30th. How? The EXACT car I wanted was on its way to a TO dealer for stock inventory. My dealer intercepted it for me. Hope to get it before Christmas, but it looks like it might be after Christmas. __________________ E92 335iA, AW on BLK, Al trim, Premium, Nav, 6FL, CA, Sport, PDC, Paddles... W204 C63, OBS on BLK, Carbon Trim, Premium, Performance, Rev Cam, and stock exhaust...
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12-04-2007, 11:57 PM	#8
Mach@M-Force_Design Lieutenant Colonel 91 Rep 1,601 Posts Drives: TiAg E90 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario iTrader: (13)	I'll be stocking parts soon, I'll let you know when I have any updates on the E92 products. M3 lip spoiler will be arriving soon.
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12-05-2007, 04:09 PM	#10
Tuner1 First Lieutenant 99 Rep 382 Posts Drives: F80>G80>F90 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Calgary, AB iTrader: (9)	Let me know when you are ready for more power or some coil-overs Rob
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12-06-2007, 10:27 PM	#15
MIC328i Captain 41 Rep 782 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Markham iTrader: (18)	I'll be all over the M3 spoiler too .. hey benyl that looks like my mod list too and i have a white coupe heh
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12-07-2007, 11:49 PM	#16
Mach@M-Force_Design Lieutenant Colonel 91 Rep 1,601 Posts Drives: TiAg E90 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario iTrader: (13)	http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=100096 Lookie here! Theres the pricing, if you have any questions and inquires pm me. -Mach
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12-08-2007, 02:08 AM	#17
benyl Lieutenant 6 Rep 408 Posts Drives: '08 335i, '10 W204 w/m156 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	How much is shipping to Calgary? __________________ E92 335iA, AW on BLK, Al trim, Premium, Nav, 6FL, CA, Sport, PDC, Paddles... W204 C63, OBS on BLK, Carbon Trim, Premium, Performance, Rev Cam, and stock exhaust...
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