[AiredaleDad]

Originally Posted by arturos

Nice sunshade AiredaleDad
Could you please share the website of the sailer?

Amazon.com I did a search for BMW G60 Sun Shade and several come up. I like this one because it folds into a small pouch that fits under the seat. The others roll, or accordion fold into a longer package that there is no place to store except the trunk.

[SJCFlyer]

Originally Posted by Scrapula

I have those. Found them on Amazon.

Share link? I've searched all of Amazon and can't find any that match those...

[Scrapula]

Originally Posted by SJCFlyer

Share link? I've searched all of Amazon and can't find any that match those...

Looks like they are out of solid black. These have a grey rim. https://www.amazon.com/Holder-Coaste...s%2C321&sr=8-4

[nacs]

Originally Posted by AiredaleDad

Amazon.com I did a search for BMW G60 Sun Shade and several come up. I like this one because it folds into a small pouch that fits under the seat. The others roll, or accordion fold into a longer package that there is no place to store except the trunk.

I ordered the roll one. Will report how it fits when I get my car.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by SJCFlyer

Share link? I've searched all of Amazon and can't find any that match those...

I’ve also discovered these on eBay. They’re “bolder” than the black ones so might be a bit to much for some people:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/22495361253...mis&media=COPY

[Blue Sky]

Originally Posted by AiredaleDad

Ok so the sun shade works great! Fits perfectly and folds into a small package that fits under the rear seat. The door pockets work great in the front. But like the rest, the rear ones don't fit right. So I left them out.

How does this shade work? It looks like maybe it has a wire frame since it look taut in the picture. How do you scrunch it up into a small package?

[SkykingUSA]

Originally Posted by Blue Sky

How does this shade work? It looks like maybe it has a wire frame since it look taut in the picture. How do you scrunch it up into a small package?

Probably something like this:

We used to have one like that in our older car and it was cool the way it folded down.

[AiredaleDad]

Originally Posted by Scrapula

Looks like they are out of solid black. These have a grey rim. https://www.amazon.com/Holder-Coaste...s%2C321&sr=8-4

Thanks. I just ordered these..

[AiredaleDad]

Originally Posted by Blue Sky

How does this shade work? It looks like maybe it has a wire frame since it look taut in the picture. How do you scrunch it up into a small package?

It does have a wire frame that holds it taut, and a Velcro strip you use to clasp it shut around the mirror. You fold it in the middle where there is no wire, then you twist and fold the frame over itself. Just like the one SkykingUSA showed. There is an elastic strip to hold it all together and it slips into a nylon bag (Included) Then I just slip it under the front seat from the back.

[SkykingUSA]

Originally Posted by SkykingUSA

If mine fails, I'll try to remember to post that information here. I think generally speaking, buyer beware with these tiny slow drives.

A quick update on the tiny drive I've been using for music in the car. I think it's been about a week or two now since I put it in the car. It still works, but two times I went to the car and the drive was not recognized. I had to unplug it, then plug it back in and it was instantly recognized and continued playing my music within seconds. That never happened once with my old one, hmmm.

If that happens on a regular basis, I may replace it, but for now I'm keeping it.

[SkykingUSA]

Here is an update on three of the products I purchased.

1. The crystal controls look great and the iDrive controller knob feels especially weighty and substantial. I have no pictures because I had to give that one to the wife so she can wrap it as a holiday gift. I am eager to get those items installed after Christmas.

2. The carbon fiber door handle inserts arrived and it's the same as the door compartment inserts - the rear ones don't fit, they are too long. I'm convinced that the rear doors are longer (or just different sized) on the extended wheelbase version of the G60 made for the Chinese market, because this is the second thing I purchased from AliExpress that doesn't fit in the rear doors. I am keeping them anyway because the front doors fit and I may try cutting the rear ones myself (or I'll just not use them). Pictures below show before and after shots of the front door, and a shot of the rear door with the insert near the handle to show size difference. They look more subdued in real life than the pictures show. They don't look so "flashy" like in the pictures. The red backing just peels off and they stick in place.

3. I also received the protective film for the center console buttons and knob. Unfortunately, I am returning it. I was expecting a "film", but instead they are thick rubbery plastic things. They must be at least 2 mm thick, maybe more, and I don't think they will enhance the look or feel of the console. They look cheap to my eye, and I don't like the feel of them either. I was expecting a thin PPF-type film which would hardly be noticeable, but that's not what this is. The pictures below show the three packs, with a close up of the knob top, just for a better idea of how thick they are.

I hope this helps anyone else looking at accessories and thinking about getting them.

In the new year, I'll post my reviews of the two items my wife is "giving me for Christmas": the carbon fiber door sills and the crystal controls for the center console.

[geneatals]

IND paint matched reflector delete.
Gloss black Vinyl wrapped kidney grill for chrome delete.

[nacs]

geneatals Where did you get the reflector deletes? I have individual paint but definitely thinking this would be worthy.

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by nacs

geneatals Where did you get the reflector deletes? I have individual paint but definitely thinking this would be worthy.

There’s a company called “IND” that manufactures sells them.

https://ind-distribution.com

[ToddRGuy]

I was trying to decide if I wanted to get the IND Reflector deletes for my G60. I went ahead and pulled the trigger today. I would rather get them on there immediately after I bring it home, and prior to when it gets ceramic coated and PPF on the front bumper.

[geneatals]

Originally Posted by ToddRGuy

I was trying to decide if I wanted to get the IND Reflector deletes for my G60. I went ahead and pulled the trigger today. I would rather get them on there immediately after I bring it home, and prior to when it gets ceramic coated and PPF on the front bumper.

Nice, I posted about the install here:

https://g60.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2153200

[geneatals]

Originally Posted by nacs

geneatals Where did you get the reflector deletes? I have individual paint but definitely thinking this would be worthy.

IND as posted above, and even with an individual color they should be able to help you out, just might need to contact them directly.

[AiredaleDad]

I don't get the whole reflector delete thing. I can understand if you want a clean look and go to a body shop where they will remove the reflector, and professionally fill the spot so it looks like nothing was ever there. But when you replace the reflector with a plastic body color insert that is painted to be almost (99.9%) the same body color, but in the clear outline shape of the removed reflector, it just looks to me like you could have had something there, but did not get for the option. Like my E36 325i had fog lights. But if it didn't, it would have had an insert in the front bumper that was a fog light shaped piece of plastic that matched the bumper color. But that's just me. I like what I like, and you like what you like.

[Bill 310]

Just out of curiousity would removing the reflectors put individuals in contravention of this reg?

https://www.nhtsa.gov/interpretations/gf007569-2

Originally Posted by AiredaleDad

I don't get the whole reflector delete thing. I can understand if you want a clean look and go to a body shop where they will remove the reflector, and professionally fill the spot so it looks like nothing was ever there. But when you replace the reflector with a plastic body color insert that is painted to be almost (99.9%) the same body color, but in the clear outline shape of the removed reflector, it just looks to me like you could have had something there, but did not get for the option. Like my E36 325i had fog lights. But if it didn't, it would have had an insert in the front bumper that was a fog light shaped piece of plastic that matched the bumper color. But that's just me. I like what I like, and you like what you like.

[Blue Sky]

I’ve been wondering about that since this mod came up. I doubt anything would happen in California because there’s no money to enforce anything like that, but in states that have a vehicle safety inspection, I wonder if it might get noticed.

[Sisyrx]

I’ve been running side reflector deletes on my F22 in CA for 7 years.

Yes, it is a legal violation and I’d lump it into the same vain of tinting taillights or running without a front plate.

Calculated risk for sure, but it absolutely cleans up the look!

[ToddRGuy]

Originally Posted by Bill 310

Just out of curiousity would removing the reflectors put individuals in contravention of this reg?

https://www.nhtsa.gov/interpretations/gf007569-2

From a purely technical perspective, I would say yes.

It’s funny because I watch a YouTube channel called “Just Rolled In” where customers bring vehicles to mechanics for repair. They document the mind blowing condition of some of the cars that come in off the street.

I’ve seen suspension systems held together with wood screws, brake calipers bound in wire and nuts & bolts from Ace Hardware.

In the the grander scheme of American highway safety, an orange reflector should be the least of their concerns, but your point is definitely valid. It’s a safety risk, just like installing tint that’s below a State’s minimum guideline