1993 Convertible - front grill, something rare?

[RaabsIn513]

the gold edition is really cool in that 80's kind of way....but you may notice that the instruction label doesn't say bmw anywhere.....i really don't think the gold is factory. i'm about 99% sure it is not. maybe it was a dealer add on would be my guess. personally, i would remove the gold parts and set them aside, replacing them with standard chrome. i would also replace the "whited out" trim with standard black parts. this is just my opinion though. its your car so you do you.

it looks like a really nice car. being a 93 it is really very rare. as stated above, around 300 built. i don't think the price was a steal, but i think the car appears to be well bought.

My thoughts as well. I'm sure it's a dealer add on. I will return the grill and trim back to black as soon as i have time.

[mr2peak]

Based on the mileage, condition and the fact that, plastic bumper-facelift tail lights-convertibles are more rare than an E30 M3.....it is definitely desired and a nice find.

How many facelift tails did they make?

[Aleman]

Mine came off the production line just a few cars later. I have a black 5-speed vert, VIN EC07067. 1992-12-08 I think you got your car for a great price. Mileage is low!

[robrez]

Congrats on your purchase. Now to dig in on bringing it back up to par. Get the euro black grills and ask the seller to send back some money.... car fax didn't state the issue with the front end damage. The separation at the fender and valance means there was an issue that wasn't properly repaired.

Are you talking about the gap between the driver side fender and the front bumper? This is not in and of itself proof of damage, the bumper may just need to be re-aligned.

OP, I think you did good. Congrats.

[IronJoe]

Wow, what a cool find. I vaguely remember this look on '80s-90s Mercedes, BMW, etc.

If it were my car, I'd keep the whiteout & gold stuff and rock it as a period-correct modded BMW. Get some gold BBS wheels and you're in business.