Roundel question

CedarZ4 · 06-04-2013, 11:13 PM

Looking to change out all my roundels and getting the black/white color scheme ones. The center caps are simple, as is the hood (same as every BMW). Is it possible to switch out the ones on the side (next to the blinker) and more importantly, the trunk one, as it actually serves a function?

If so, what "style" roundel (in terms of the rear) would I be looking for. If I have to use overlays, might just keep them as is.

jparnes1 · 06-05-2013, 05:36 AM

I was thinking about the same thing regarding the trunk roundel. I went with decals as it was far simpler, but longevity is def in question.

juhap · 06-05-2013, 05:58 AM

Some info here: http://e89.zpost.com/forums/showpost...15&postcount=3

jparnes1 · 06-05-2013, 10:19 AM

Yeah, I looked carefully at the trunk roundel and I think it's a thin covering that's glued on to the latch. I can't imagine it would be easy finding an after market roundel that would fit. I'm sticking with the CF decals - it's too easy.

CedarZ4 · 06-05-2013, 02:54 PM

Looks like overlays would have to be my only option then...

Jparnes - How are the decals in terms of aesthetics? Can you tell they are stickers or do they look like it came that way (CF in your case).

jparnes1 · 06-05-2013, 09:31 PM

Appearance is excellent. You have to be careful with the placement so that they cover the blue quite evenly, but if you do they look great. I'll try to post a pic tmow to show you. Important - I got them from bimmian.com and they make no distinction for different models of cars. They set of decals I received covered everything but I didn't have enough of the right size to do the 4th wheel. I called and they were nice enough to send me another set. Very pleased with the look. I got the glossy carbon fiber decal.

Z4-35i · 06-06-2013, 04:07 PM

I've replaced all the roundels on our Z4 with carbon/silver roundels.

The boot roundel is the most difficult one, as you need to carefully remove the factory roundel from the latch.

Here's a picture of the new roundel fitted

I have some pictures of the steps required, I'll see if I can get some time over the weekend to put together a short write up.

BMWZ4RIDER · 06-06-2013, 07:21 PM

I went with Black CF overlays. Repast, inexpensive, replaceable, reversible, looks great

BMWZ4RIDER · 06-07-2013, 01:21 PM

Here are some pics of my hood, side and trunk roundels and my wheel overlays in black CF.
I am missing the steering wheel CF overlays- Anyone know where to get these in the small size?

CedarZ4 · 06-07-2013, 09:15 PM

Looks good! Might just be what I will be doing then instead of actually replacing them all.

CF or Matte Black on Atacama Yellow? Have Matte Black wheels...

What happened to your old center caps? They look awfully beat up.

jparnes1 · 06-07-2013, 09:27 PM

Like I said I ordered the set from bimmian.com but you can't just get the steering wheel size. You need to get the whole set. I don't know but maybe there's another vendor out there. Where did you get yours?

BMWZ4RIDER · 06-08-2013, 06:14 AM

I got my kit at www.metrostyling.com
They have all vinyl products. My kit covered all 4 wheels, hood, side and trunk roundels, but did not include the steering wheel Roundel.
I have extra CF vinyl and will just make my own.

My old center caps were original for the 1st owner and the outer edges deteriorated under the clear cover.

BMW Badge Roundel Emblem Vinyl Decal Overaly Kit
List Price: $34.99
Our Price: $19.99
Sale Price: $9.99
You save $25.00!

Vinyl roundel overlays are the perfect way to change your roundel color. Perfectly fit, non permanent, installs in minutes and are very inexpensive.

BMW M Series Emblem Sticker Overaly Kit
List Price: $34.99
Our Price: $29.99
You save $5.00!

The ultimate way to Restyle your rims and wheels! MetroRestyling Wheel Stripe kits are a adhesive-backed vinyl that adds a custom look to tour ride with out the cost or headache of painting.

CedarZ4 · 06-10-2013, 04:26 PM

Links dead

Seems to be cheaper than Bimmian too.

BMWZ4RIDER · 06-11-2013, 08:07 AM

http://www.metrorestyling.com/

google Metrostyling vinyl if this link does not work.

jparnes1 · 06-11-2013, 10:37 AM

I looked at the website and it says they include steering wheel decals, but they don't talk about providing for the side roundels on the front fender.

hiltonfa · 06-13-2013, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z4-35i

I've replaced all the roundels on our Z4 with carbon/silver roundels.

The boot roundel is the most difficult one, as you need to carefully remove the factory roundel from the latch.

Here's a picture of the new roundel fitted

I have some pictures of the steps required, I'll see if I can get some time over the weekend to put together a short write up.

Really would like to know how to replace this roundel

STR3T · 04-27-2014, 06:07 PM

Looking to swap out the roundel on my trunk lid. Assume any 82mm trunk roundel will work on an '09?

Hujan · 05-01-2014, 12:00 AM

Timely thread. I'm looking to swap out the roundels with custom painted ones from Luftkraft Fabrication.

How sure are we that the trunk roundel is stuck to the trunk latch with adhesive? I had the inner liner off this weekend to investigate and unbolting the trunk latch from the inside is going to be a major PITA because the space is too tight to get a socket in there with a torx bit. Being able to peel the roundel off from the outside would be a big help.

Also, any confirmation whether the roundels on the sides of the car pop out like the one on the hood?

06-04-2013, 11:13 PM	#1
CedarZ4 Captain 63 Rep 715 Posts Drives: G05 M50i, Tesla M3P Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SoFL iTrader: (2)	Roundel question - Trunk + Side Looking to change out all my roundels and getting the black/white color scheme ones. The center caps are simple, as is the hood (same as every BMW). Is it possible to switch out the ones on the side (next to the blinker) and more importantly, the trunk one, as it actually serves a function? If so, what "style" roundel (in terms of the rear) would I be looking for. If I have to use overlays, might just keep them as is.
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06-05-2013, 05:36 AM	#2
jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	I was thinking about the same thing regarding the trunk roundel. I went with decals as it was far simpler, but longevity is def in question. __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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06-05-2013, 05:58 AM	#3
juhap Lieutenant 14 Rep 530 Posts Drives: sDrive35i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Finland iTrader: (0)	Some info here: http://e89.zpost.com/forums/showpost...15&postcount=3
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06-05-2013, 10:19 AM	#4
jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Yeah, I looked carefully at the trunk roundel and I think it's a thin covering that's glued on to the latch. I can't imagine it would be easy finding an after market roundel that would fit. I'm sticking with the CF decals - it's too easy. __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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06-05-2013, 02:54 PM	#5
CedarZ4 Captain 63 Rep 715 Posts Drives: G05 M50i, Tesla M3P Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SoFL iTrader: (2)	Looks like overlays would have to be my only option then... Jparnes - How are the decals in terms of aesthetics? Can you tell they are stickers or do they look like it came that way (CF in your case).
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06-05-2013, 09:31 PM	#6
jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Appearance is excellent. You have to be careful with the placement so that they cover the blue quite evenly, but if you do they look great. I'll try to post a pic tmow to show you. Important - I got them from bimmian.com and they make no distinction for different models of cars. They set of decals I received covered everything but I didn't have enough of the right size to do the 4th wheel. I called and they were nice enough to send me another set. Very pleased with the look. I got the glossy carbon fiber decal. __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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06-06-2013, 04:07 PM	#7
Z4-35i Enlisted Member 0 Rep 48 Posts Drives: Z4 35i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I've replaced all the roundels on our Z4 with carbon/silver roundels. The boot roundel is the most difficult one, as you need to carefully remove the factory roundel from the latch. Here's a picture of the new roundel fitted I have some pictures of the steps required, I'll see if I can get some time over the weekend to put together a short write up. __________________ Z4 35i Black Sapphire with Coral Red Leather : Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Eibachs, ESS, LUX Angel Eyes, Carbon Roundels
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06-06-2013, 07:21 PM	#8
BMWZ4RIDER BMWZ4Rider 68 Rep 801 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 35i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cape Cod, MA iTrader: (0)	I went with Black CF overlays. Repast, inexpensive, replaceable, reversible, looks great __________________ 2009 BMW Z4 35i/SMG/DCT/Premium,Cold, Sound PK/Com Acc/Ash/PDC/Wind Deflector/Smoked Reflectors/Red Calipers/Cl Mask/M Series Grill/6000K LED's/De-Badged/M Pedals/CF Mirrors-Engine Cover/Stubby/20% Tint/H8 LED's/LCI Side Markers/Sniper Sprint Spoiler/VMR V710/H&R Sport Springs/KN.
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06-07-2013, 01:21 PM	#9
BMWZ4RIDER BMWZ4Rider 68 Rep 801 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 35i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cape Cod, MA iTrader: (0)	Here are some pics of my hood, side and trunk roundels and my wheel overlays in black CF. I am missing the steering wheel CF overlays- Anyone know where to get these in the small size? Attached Images __________________ 2009 BMW Z4 35i/SMG/DCT/Premium,Cold, Sound PK/Com Acc/Ash/PDC/Wind Deflector/Smoked Reflectors/Red Calipers/Cl Mask/M Series Grill/6000K LED's/De-Badged/M Pedals/CF Mirrors-Engine Cover/Stubby/20% Tint/H8 LED's/LCI Side Markers/Sniper Sprint Spoiler/VMR V710/H&R Sport Springs/KN.
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06-07-2013, 09:15 PM	#10
CedarZ4 Captain 63 Rep 715 Posts Drives: G05 M50i, Tesla M3P Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SoFL iTrader: (2)	Looks good! Might just be what I will be doing then instead of actually replacing them all. CF or Matte Black on Atacama Yellow? Have Matte Black wheels... What happened to your old center caps? They look awfully beat up.
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06-07-2013, 09:27 PM	#11
jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Like I said I ordered the set from bimmian.com but you can't just get the steering wheel size. You need to get the whole set. I don't know but maybe there's another vendor out there. Where did you get yours? __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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06-08-2013, 06:14 AM	#12
BMWZ4RIDER BMWZ4Rider 68 Rep 801 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 35i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cape Cod, MA iTrader: (0)	I got my kit at www.metrostyling.com They have all vinyl products. My kit covered all 4 wheels, hood, side and trunk roundels, but did not include the steering wheel Roundel. I have extra CF vinyl and will just make my own. My old center caps were original for the 1st owner and the outer edges deteriorated under the clear cover. BMW Badge Roundel Emblem Vinyl Decal Overaly Kit List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $9.99 You save $25.00! Vinyl roundel overlays are the perfect way to change your roundel color. Perfectly fit, non permanent, installs in minutes and are very inexpensive. BMW M Series Emblem Sticker Overaly Kit List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $29.99 You save $5.00! The ultimate way to Restyle your rims and wheels! MetroRestyling Wheel Stripe kits are a adhesive-backed vinyl that adds a custom look to tour ride with out the cost or headache of painting. __________________ 2009 BMW Z4 35i/SMG/DCT/Premium,Cold, Sound PK/Com Acc/Ash/PDC/Wind Deflector/Smoked Reflectors/Red Calipers/Cl Mask/M Series Grill/6000K LED's/De-Badged/M Pedals/CF Mirrors-Engine Cover/Stubby/20% Tint/H8 LED's/LCI Side Markers/Sniper Sprint Spoiler/VMR V710/H&R Sport Springs/KN.
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06-10-2013, 04:26 PM	#13
CedarZ4 Captain 63 Rep 715 Posts Drives: G05 M50i, Tesla M3P Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SoFL iTrader: (2)	Links dead Seems to be cheaper than Bimmian too.
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06-11-2013, 08:07 AM	#14
BMWZ4RIDER BMWZ4Rider 68 Rep 801 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 35i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cape Cod, MA iTrader: (0)	http://www.metrorestyling.com/ google Metrostyling vinyl if this link does not work. __________________ 2009 BMW Z4 35i/SMG/DCT/Premium,Cold, Sound PK/Com Acc/Ash/PDC/Wind Deflector/Smoked Reflectors/Red Calipers/Cl Mask/M Series Grill/6000K LED's/De-Badged/M Pedals/CF Mirrors-Engine Cover/Stubby/20% Tint/H8 LED's/LCI Side Markers/Sniper Sprint Spoiler/VMR V710/H&R Sport Springs/KN.
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06-11-2013, 10:37 AM	#15
jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	I looked at the website and it says they include steering wheel decals, but they don't talk about providing for the side roundels on the front fender. __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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04-27-2014, 06:07 PM	#17
STR3T Private First Class 40 Rep 197 Posts Drives: 2020 Z4 sDrive30i Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: ~St. Louis iTrader: (0)	Looking to swap out the roundel on my trunk lid. Assume any 82mm trunk roundel will work on an '09?
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05-01-2014, 12:00 AM	#18
Hujan Brigadier General 569 Rep 3,742 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: . iTrader: (16)	Timely thread. I'm looking to swap out the roundels with custom painted ones from Luftkraft Fabrication. How sure are we that the trunk roundel is stuck to the trunk latch with adhesive? I had the inner liner off this weekend to investigate and unbolting the trunk latch from the inside is going to be a major PITA because the space is too tight to get a socket in there with a torx bit. Being able to peel the roundel off from the outside would be a big help. Also, any confirmation whether the roundels on the sides of the car pop out like the one on the hood?
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