metallic or normal paint

fnu02 · 07-08-2006, 12:28 PM

what last longer in years to come?? metallic paint or the regular paint??

I'm still choosing between titanium silver or jet black? Does anyone have

any real life jet black pics???

another question is about the trim. I don't know if I want aluminum trim

or wood. I'm ordering black leather interior, so what do you guys think would

look the best???

Asiann · 07-08-2006, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by fnu02

what last longer in years to come?? metallic paint or the regular paint??

I'm still choosing between titanium silver or jet black? Does anyone have

any real life jet black pics???

another question is about the trim. I don't know if I want aluminum trim

or wood. I'm ordering black leather interior, so what do you guys think would

look the best???

Alum trim will scratch easier than the wood trim that is coated. Mw vote is for wood of course.

fnu02 · 07-08-2006, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Asiann

Alum trim will scratch easier than the wood trim that is coated. Mw vote is for wood of course.

what type of wood trim would you order with black leather??

Scarabeo · 07-08-2006, 01:23 PM

I just replaced my aluminum trim with wood....the aluminum scratches/dents easily.....

Caster · 07-08-2006, 01:29 PM

Get aluminum trim, it looks sooo NICE, and it matches perfect with the Titanium Silver.

rebelfocus · 07-08-2006, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by fnu02

what last longer in years to come?? metallic paint or the regular paint??

I'm still choosing between titanium silver or jet black? Does anyone have
any real life jet black pics???

Jet Black would look great but unless you really take care of it, will end up looking older than silver with swirl marks, scratches etc. The normal paintwork wear and tear wouldn't be as noticeable on silver.

Walnut looks good with black leather. If you want more contrast consider poplar which is lighter (some people think it looks cheap though). The aluminium looks very sporty and modern but will scratch more easily.

335I talian Stallion NJ · 07-08-2006, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Scarabeo

I just replaced my aluminum trim with wood....the aluminum scratches/dents easily.....

Di dov'è?

chicagolab · 07-08-2006, 01:36 PM

TiAg outside with black interior with alum trim is the option I have and I love it, feels sporty and contrasts well with silver exterior. If you want a sporty look get alum. if you want a more conservative look get wood. I've been careful so far not to scratch the alum(still no scratches), but that is a consideration if you are not careful with your interior.

Get the silver exterior!!!!! I had a dark color car (similar to monaco blue) prior to the silver car. It is so nice and easy to get the car looking spotless. I doubt I will ever get a dark colored car again

fnu02 · 07-08-2006, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 335I talian Stallion NJ

Di dov'è?

parla italiano???

fnu02 · 07-08-2006, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by chicagolab

TiAg outside with black interior with alum trim is the option I have and I love it, feels sporty and contrasts well with silver exterior. If you want a sporty look get alum. if you want a more conservative look get wood. I've been careful so far not to scratch the alum(still no scratches), but that is a consideration if you are not careful with your interior.

Get the silver exterior!!!!! I had a dark color car (similar to monaco blue) prior to the silver car. It is so nice and easy to get the car looking spotless. I doubt I will ever get a dark colored car again

could you post some pics of your car up close with the black interior in the

background.

As for the aluminum trim, I'm a neat freak. I don't allow people in the back

seat. So basically my 335i will be a two passenger car. I really don't have alot

of things in my car except for a laptop and a cell phone, so I don't think

I'd have a problem with scratches. How are these scratches usually caused??

fnu02 · 07-08-2006, 01:54 PM

This is the only pic I could find for the 335i coupe with black leather and aluminum. Does anyone know of any other pics of

black leather with different trims?? I would really appreciate it..

Asiann · 07-08-2006, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by fnu02

what type of wood trim would you order with black leather??

Well you only have 2 choices so pick one that you like the best. I have the poplar on AW and it looks pretty good. Have you checked out the CF trim that is for sale? Check it out. That might be an option for you.

BK · 07-08-2006, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by fnu02

This is the only pic I could find for the 335i coupe with black leather and aluminum. Does anyone know of any other pics of

black leather with different trims?? I would really appreciate it.

Man, that looks nice!

I'd recommend just going on the bmwusa.com site and configuring a 330i or something. You can see how the different trims look with the different leather interiors. The 335i has other color options, but at least this will give you some idea.

whippersnapper · 07-08-2006, 03:09 PM

Wood is for jaguars. The contrast between black leather and the aluminum trim is great and of course the sportiest look

Saintor · 07-08-2006, 03:19 PM

I prefer wood in this rather cold cockpit. BTW metallic paint is a pure rip-off and in my case, it would be white or red. I prefer white because it is less likely to fade although all recent paints has been very good for lasting.

Scarabeo · 07-08-2006, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 335I talian Stallion NJ

Di dov'è?

Salve IS - sono italo-americano - abito qui in Italia da un anno...vicino a Venezia!!

Scarabeo · 07-08-2006, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Asiann

Well you only have 2 choices so pick one that you like the best. I have the poplar on AW and it looks pretty good. Have you checked out the CF trim that is for sale? Check it out. That might be an option for you.

Carbon fiber is an excellent option...anyone have any pics?

335I talian Stallion NJ · 07-08-2006, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Scarabeo

Salve IS - sono italo-american - abito qui in Italia da un anno...vicino a Venezia!!

Ah, Venezia e bellissima!

:rocks:

scubajag · 07-08-2006, 06:37 PM

My car is jet black with the poplar wood trim. It looks really good. I disagree with anyone that says the jet black will fade. My other BMW is a 1998 328i, jet black, and its paint job is as good as new. It just depends if you take care of it. Good luck on your purchase.

whippersnapper · 07-08-2006, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Scarabeo

Carbon fiber is an excellent option...anyone have any pics?

Carbon fiber is the car equivalent of a tramp stamp

Nikki · 07-08-2006, 07:55 PM

I haven't had a problem with my aluminum trim scratching since I discovered the little plastic piece that holds the buckle high up so it doesn't hit it.

Jibber · 07-08-2006, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by fnu02

what type of wood trim would you order with black leather??

It depends on how fond you are of the "wood look." Personally I'm very fond of it so I went with poplar. But both look really good though.

Personally I think it's a bit of a waste to by a BMW and have fake aluminum trim inside. If I was into that scene I would at Asian cars more.

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