Rear spoiler

Nkc · 02-09-2014, 09:26 PM

I quite like my AC rear spoiler. Subtle and flows with the car.

Dont have a pic right now but grabbed one from google.

Longboard · 02-11-2014, 11:18 PM

Here are a couple more pics of my ebay lip.

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tranquility · 02-12-2014, 05:20 AM

Thx for the pix, Longboard. No prbs washing the car w/ the spoiler? Fit is flush? Easy to remove if get tired of it w/o damage?

Kinda tempted, always thought that our rears need some spicing up.

jparnes1 · 02-12-2014, 08:18 AM

Thanks longboard. That really looks great. I'm going for it - as soon as I get my Z out of storage, that is!

Fripp64 · 02-12-2014, 08:55 AM

Just ordered mine about 10 minutes ago- Thank you for the link!

Lurcher · 02-12-2014, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tranquility

Thx for the pix, Longboard. No prbs washing the car w/ the spoiler? Fit is flush? Easy to remove if get tired of it w/o damage?

Kinda tempted, always thought that our rears need some spicing up.

On my e38 - only issue i had was once and a while a car wash brush bristle (the things that spin) would get caught and I'd pull out - no big deal.

And yea, I'm lazy and run this one through a car was as well - it is, after all - just a car (flame on)

jparnes1 · 02-12-2014, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lurcher

On my e38 - only issue i had was once and a while a car wash brush bristle (the things that spin) would get caught and I'd pull out - no big deal.

And yea, I'm lazy and run this one through a car was as well - it is, after all - just a car (flame on)

Hujan · 02-12-2014, 05:36 PM

That does look pretty good, I must admit. And definitely no issues for the third brake light. I like.

Longboard · 02-12-2014, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tranquility

Thx for the pix, Longboard. No prbs washing the car w/ the spoiler? Fit is flush? Easy to remove if get tired of it w/o damage?

Kinda tempted, always thought that our rears need some spicing up.

No problems washing the car. That said I do not nor ever will take it through a car wash unless its a hand wash.

Yes, it fits flush.

Don't really know because i've never taken it off but a heat gun and some nylon fishing wire. I learned this trick years ago for taking off badges like I did here. No Z4, no 35i SDrive. Just the BMW emblems. Nice and clean.

Longboard

tranquility · 02-13-2014, 01:38 AM

Silly question: does it come w/ mounting instructions? Also, can there be some leeway on how 'forward'(less lip going over the edge) or 'backwards'(more lip going over the edge) the spoiler can be mounted relative to the edge of the trunk? Thx.

I have AW and kinda debating whether to color-match or go for the striking difference and get black. For you guys getting this spoiler, are you all pretty much color-matching? Anyone going outside the box like I'm thinking?

army_men · 02-13-2014, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tranquility

Silly question: does it come w/ mounting instructions? Also, can there be some leeway on how 'forward'(less lip going over the edge) or 'backwards'(more lip going over the edge) the spoiler can be mounted relative to the edge of the trunk? Thx.

I have AW and kinda debating whether to color-match or go for the striking difference and get black. For you guys getting this spoiler, are you all pretty much color-matching? Anyone going outside the box like I'm thinking?

i ordered black cf. i figured if i got tired of it i could always paint it to body color later.

but it looks fine with cf right now since i have the diffusor and black rims to match.

tranquility · 02-13-2014, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by army_men

i ordered black cf. i figured if i got tired of it i could always paint it to body color later.

but it looks fine with cf right now since i have the diffusor and black rims to match.

Sweet, pls take pix if you have a chance.

Mine's bone stock, not sure if a black spoiler would look as good on mine or awkwardly stand out too much.

BMWZ4RIDER · 02-13-2014, 06:42 AM

Looks very nice. I like it. I too want something very subtle and this looks like it. I ordered a rear window spoiler for my former ride, Acura TL Type S, from this company with paint match and it was very nice. Great price like this, great paint match, same 3M double side tape for install and was very happy. The material was semi soft and bendable/ply-able material that allowed it to be mounted to one side of the rear wind and bend to meet the concour of the window as it was installed. Photos to follow

Lurcher · 02-13-2014, 02:16 PM

Just a few hints for mounting these:

place the spoiler in the sun or a warm location to make it plyable

Goes without saying, but trial fit it. Make sure the ends are were you want as well as the placement front to back.

Remove the protective tape film from one side - only a few inches. Once you stick it - you are committed. Stick just the end down and angle the protective cover away and start laying/pulling the film off. Use your finger and the trunk edge to space the spoiler as you move.

So, pull tape, push down a few inches, pull tape, pull down....

Go back over the complete spoiler when done pressing with your full weight, it takes a few minutes for a complete bond to happen. If you have to pull it up -plan on going and buying some more tape.

Take your time though - you don't want to have to do this twice

jparnes1 · 02-13-2014, 02:33 PM

Thanks Lurcher. Just ordered one, but I'll have to wait until April to install it.

BMWZ4RIDER · 02-13-2014, 03:05 PM

Thanks Lurcher. Nice find. I too just ordered one. I too will have to wait until April to install it. For $36.99 painted you cannot go wrong.

Rjscharer · 02-13-2014, 04:02 PM

Also bought on of these for my Safire black 35is. Easy to put on but remember to wipe down the area it goes on with alcohol to remove all traces of wax to help it stick better.

ant1path · 02-13-2014, 04:30 PM

excellent finding!

I too, just ordered an alpine white one

Thanks!

pete_z89 · 02-13-2014, 10:15 PM

Just ordered my sapphire black!

jparnes1 · 02-13-2014, 10:38 PM

Damn! I hope this guy has inventory.

Longboard · 02-13-2014, 11:02 PM

All great tips but I will add another option.

I measured and made a mark on dead center of the lip with a pencil. I then did the same on the trunk.

I started in the center of the trunk. I cut the tape in the center then pulled back 4" in both directions leaving the tape at an angle. I then lined up the line I made on the lip with the line on the trunk using my finger to space the placement with the trunk edge.

Once you have the center set you can then slowly pull and stick one side at a time. Take your time!! no reason to hurry.

Both ways will work so use what seems best for you.

Like the others said, make sure you clean the area with some alcohol so the tape has a clean surface.

Longboard

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lurcher

Just a few hints for mounting these:

place the spoiler in the sun or a warm location to make it plyable

Goes without saying, but trial fit it. Make sure the ends are were you want as well as the placement front to back.

Remove the protective tape film from one side - only a few inches. Once you stick it - you are committed. Stick just the end down and angle the protective cover away and start laying/pulling the film off. Use your finger and the trunk edge to space the spoiler as you move.

So, pull tape, push down a few inches, pull tape, pull down....

Go back over the complete spoiler when done pressing with your full weight, it takes a few minutes for a complete bond to happen. If you have to pull it up -plan on going and buying some more tape.

Take your time though - you don't want to have to do this twice

tranquility · 02-14-2014, 12:19 AM

Thx for the mounting tips, guys. I may buy closer to Spring. In the meantime, if anyone is getting one that is *not* color-matching, lemme know!

02-09-2014, 09:26 PM	#23
Nkc NOOB 1601 Rep 1,356 Posts Drives: Cars Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: @BMWclassicdivision iTrader: (0)	I quite like my AC rear spoiler. Subtle and flows with the car. Dont have a pic right now but grabbed one from google. __________________ @BMWclassicdivision
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02-11-2014, 11:18 PM	#24
Longboard New Member 0 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2009 Z4 sDrive35i Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	Here are a couple more pics of my ebay lip. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] Longboard
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02-12-2014, 05:20 AM	#25
tranquility sportscars only 3244 Rep 3,195 Posts Drives: 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montréal iTrader: (0)	Thx for the pix, Longboard. No prbs washing the car w/ the spoiler? Fit is flush? Easy to remove if get tired of it w/o damage? Kinda tempted, always thought that our rears need some spicing up.
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02-12-2014, 08:18 AM	#26
jparnes1 Colonel 245 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Thanks longboard. That really looks great. I'm going for it - as soon as I get my Z out of storage, that is! __________________ 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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02-12-2014, 08:55 AM	#27
Fripp64 If in doubt...go flat out 2 Rep 54 Posts Drives: 2011 Space Grey Z4 3.0 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: AlaBimmer (Alabama, USA) iTrader: (0)	Just ordered mine about 10 minutes ago- Thank you for the link!
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02-12-2014, 05:36 PM	#30
Hujan Brigadier General 569 Rep 3,742 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: . iTrader: (16)	That does look pretty good, I must admit. And definitely no issues for the third brake light. I like.
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02-13-2014, 01:38 AM	#32
tranquility sportscars only 3244 Rep 3,195 Posts Drives: 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montréal iTrader: (0)	Silly question: does it come w/ mounting instructions? Also, can there be some leeway on how 'forward'(less lip going over the edge) or 'backwards'(more lip going over the edge) the spoiler can be mounted relative to the edge of the trunk? Thx. I have AW and kinda debating whether to color-match or go for the striking difference and get black. For you guys getting this spoiler, are you all pretty much color-matching? Anyone going outside the box like I'm thinking?
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02-13-2014, 06:42 AM	#35
BMWZ4RIDER BMWZ4Rider 69 Rep 801 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 35i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cape Cod, MA iTrader: (0)	Looks very nice. I like it. I too want something very subtle and this looks like it. I ordered a rear window spoiler for my former ride, Acura TL Type S, from this company with paint match and it was very nice. Great price like this, great paint match, same 3M double side tape for install and was very happy. The material was semi soft and bendable/ply-able material that allowed it to be mounted to one side of the rear wind and bend to meet the concour of the window as it was installed. Photos to follow __________________ 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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02-13-2014, 02:16 PM	#36
Lurcher Captain 75 Rep 679 Posts Drives: 2012 z4 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Buford, GA (right side of ATL) iTrader: (0)	Just a few hints for mounting these: place the spoiler in the sun or a warm location to make it plyable Goes without saying, but trial fit it. Make sure the ends are were you want as well as the placement front to back. Remove the protective tape film from one side - only a few inches. Once you stick it - you are committed. Stick just the end down and angle the protective cover away and start laying/pulling the film off. Use your finger and the trunk edge to space the spoiler as you move. So, pull tape, push down a few inches, pull tape, pull down.... Go back over the complete spoiler when done pressing with your full weight, it takes a few minutes for a complete bond to happen. If you have to pull it up -plan on going and buying some more tape. Take your time though - you don't want to have to do this twice
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02-13-2014, 02:33 PM	#37
jparnes1 Colonel 245 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Thanks Lurcher. Just ordered one, but I'll have to wait until April to install it. __________________ 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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02-13-2014, 03:05 PM	#38
BMWZ4RIDER BMWZ4Rider 69 Rep 801 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 35i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cape Cod, MA iTrader: (0)	Thanks Lurcher. Nice find. I too just ordered one. I too will have to wait until April to install it. For $36.99 painted you cannot go wrong. __________________ 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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02-13-2014, 04:02 PM	#39
Rjscharer Private 8 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2013 z435is Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: St augustine Florida USA iTrader: (0)	Rear spoiler Also bought on of these for my Safire black 35is. Easy to put on but remember to wipe down the area it goes on with alcohol to remove all traces of wax to help it stick better.
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02-13-2014, 04:30 PM	#40
ant1path New Member 1 Rep 21 Posts Drives: 2009 bmw z4 e89 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: markham iTrader: (0)	excellent finding! I too, just ordered an alpine white one Thanks!
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02-13-2014, 10:15 PM	#41
pete_z89 Private First Class 5 Rep 131 Posts Drives: 2011 sdrive35i sound/sport/nav Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Texas iTrader: (1)	Just ordered my sapphire black!
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02-13-2014, 10:38 PM	#42
jparnes1 Colonel 245 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Damn! I hope this guy has inventory. __________________ 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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02-14-2014, 12:19 AM	#44
tranquility sportscars only 3244 Rep 3,195 Posts Drives: 2011 Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montréal iTrader: (0)	Thx for the mounting tips, guys. I may buy closer to Spring. In the meantime, if anyone is getting one that is not color-matching, lemme know!
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