Why do some bumpers have a bar in the center of the intakes?

Hellrot · 09-10-2016, 09:51 PM

Sorry if it has already been covered but why do some cars have this. I've only seen it in images.

Icy J · 09-10-2016, 10:00 PM

NA spec vs rest of world spec for M235i (NA doesn't have the thingy)

2seriesaddict · 09-10-2016, 11:23 PM

Mine had the thingy but now with M Package it doesn't have the thingy but has the fog 220i M Sport (Mex)

Hellrot · 09-11-2016, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Icy J

NA spec vs rest of world spec for M235i (NA doesn't have the thingy)

What is the point of having this difference, just a visual distinction?

Is there anywhere NA'ers can buy this part? I like the way it looks.

3.0L · 09-11-2016, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Hellrot

What is the point of having this difference, just a visual distinction?

It creates forum traffic.

Icy J · 09-11-2016, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Hellrot

What is the point of having this difference, just a visual distinction?

Is there anywhere NA'ers can buy this part? I like the way it looks.

the part numbers are:

51118055955
51118055956

However I would be careful as I believe you guys in NA have some extra radiators/coolers behind those grilles and the grilles with the thingy aren't open on both sides

hoppy6698 · 09-12-2016, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Icy J

However I would be careful as I believe you guys in NA have some extra radiators/coolers behind those grilles and the grilles with the thingy aren't open on both sides

This is the more odd part - there does not seem to be any rhyme or reason behind which M235s get both radiators and which do not. Make sure you double check with the dealer (if ordering) to ensure your model has both sides, otherwise one side will look like an intake, but it will be completely blocked off.

Hellrot · 09-12-2016, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Icy J

the part numbers are:

51118055955
51118055956

However I would be careful as I believe you guys in NA have some extra radiators/coolers behind those grilles and the grilles with the thingy aren't open on both sides

Thanks for the info, I had come to that realization too.

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Originally Posted by hoppy6698

This is the more odd part - there does not seem to be any rhyme or reason behind which M235s get both radiators and which do not. Make sure you double check with the dealer (if ordering) to ensure your model has both sides, otherwise one side will look like an intake, but it will be completely blocked off.

That is weird, I have two but I have seen pictures of M235s with only one side open.

mdputnam · 09-12-2016, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by hoppy6698

This is the more odd part - there does not seem to be any rhyme or reason behind which M235s get both radiators and which do not...

Although it still doesn't rhyme here is the reason.

Hellrot · 09-12-2016, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mdputnam

Although it still doesn't rhyme here is the reason.

OMG

WTF... lol

Can I put Euro spec Lower Front Grilles on my car without it exploding?

Xiaoxi · 09-13-2016, 12:09 AM

The splitters are now officially known as thingy.

NVHoo · 09-13-2016, 07:03 AM

They will increase front downforce to improve cornering, increase HP, reduce drag to increase top speed, and improve gas mileage by 50%. All for $599.95!

Hellrot · 09-13-2016, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by NVHoo

They will increase front downforce to improve cornering, increase HP, reduce drag to increase top speed, and improve gas mileage by 50%. All for $599.95!

Sold.

Hellrot · 09-13-2016, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Xiaoxi

The splitters are now officially known as thingy.

Well it's BMW so we need to be calling them "Dynamic Active Thingy"

Spydeputy · 09-14-2016, 05:08 AM

"DAT"Option! $599.00

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2seriesaddict Private 22 Rep 68 Posts Drives: 220i with m235 looks Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Mexico, DF iTrader: (0)	Mine had the thingy but now with M Package it doesn't have the thingy but has the fog 220i M Sport (Mex) __________________ :: Current :: Base 220i Sport, Aero package, Avery Blue Matte Metallic Wrap, AC Schnitzer Repro, Injen Intake Evo, Remus Exhaust x4, Performance Diffuser :: Pending :: AC Schnitzer AC-1 Wheels + Michelin PSS
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NVHoo Second Lieutenant 161 Rep 282 Posts Drives: 2011 128i red convertible Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (0)	Expect aftermarket thingy mods for NA soon They will increase front downforce to improve cornering, increase HP, reduce drag to increase top speed, and improve gas mileage by 50%. All for $599.95!
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