Bumpers, bumpers, bumpers!

[3toedshewie]

makin this thread even longer, vert bumper question

hey every body

need to replace the front and rear bumpers on my 92 vert 325i, will the plastic bumpers from any 88 and forward e30 fit it?
325i coupe bumpers fit ?
325is coupe bumpers fit ?
318is coupe bumpers fit?

[jackjroadster]

^^ you have the later model US valence, which is one piece with the bit that runs under the grilles. Earlier ones are two-piece, and the early euro one you have is two-piece also.

I ran into the same problem when I did mine. I ended up just cutting off my US valence's top bar thing and leaving it on the car when I put my euro valence on.

Hi,can I see a picture of this,if you have one. I'm planning to do this but having second thoughts.

Stock engine,modified driver.
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bmw bumpers

[blyguy]

I have an 91 E30 M3.

My front bumber is completely cracked / broken all the way through from hitting a truck tire that was in my lane when I lived in California.

The bumper stays together so my question is when I bring it to a body shop can they fiberglass and repair that section?
:???:

Yes - my bumper was in rougher shape than yours and was put back together. It beats the $1500 cost of a new BMW front cover.

Bryant

[JTDay]

Is there a better way to mount the stock 87 is airdam? Like most, the mounting bracket for mine is broken/missing. Getting my car back from the shop in a few days and plan on tucking the bumper first. Thanks

[Lakis]

Cracked e30 m3

I have an 91 E30 M3.

My front bumber is completely cracked / broken all the way through from hitting a truck tire that was in my lane when I lived in California.

The bumper stays together so my question is when I bring it to a body shop can they fiberglass and repair that section?
:???:

[mrdane]

Anyone have the width dimensions on the E30 plastic bumpers? I'm looking for options for an E28 project I have.

Width would need to be around 59"-60".
Distance to edge of rear wheel arch is around 27".
Distance to edge of front wheel arch is around 16".

Just thought I'd post in this older bumper thread and see if anyone can help me out. Thanks.

[LiquidSkillz]

wait, what works with the shrouds gritty finish? paint fills it in?


i've been using flat black on the parts ive been replacing


on that note, i've already bough new plastic front and rears

[flipwils11]

I see #7 on the linked page you posted.

Doh, I need my eyes checked.

[kronus]

You can get that part used. Early US e30s have it. (pre-'86 I think)

[Van Westervelt]

I see #7 on the linked page you posted.

[flipwils11]

Shit. Well, that sucks. What about just getting the piece I am missing and getting it painted?

edit:

So I need #7 in this drawing apparently but it isn't listed in the parts list on this page. WTF?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=1111&mospid=47263&btnr=41_0133&hg=41&fg=10

I've looked in the vehicle trim/grille area and bumpers and can't find it in either.

[kronus]

^^ you have the later model US valence, which is one piece with the bit that runs under the grilles. Earlier ones are two-piece, and the early euro one you have is two-piece also.

I ran into the same problem when I did mine. I ended up just cutting off my US valence's top bar thing and leaving it on the car when I put my euro valence on.

[flipwils11]

Alright, removed the front US-spec iS airdam and DB bumper today. I'm a bit confused here. Is this euro valence supposed to replace the US one that's still on the car in this picture? I see where it comes off of the front of the fender via that one screw bolt, but if I remove the rest of it, then the metal ridge that runs along the underside of the grilles will be gone from what I see. Or am I missing something?

The euro valence isn't supposed to lay OVER the lower piece still on the car in these pics right?

[tomkate28]

The front bumper is super easy to install. Go to realoem.com to check if you have everything before you start.

[flipwils11]

Maybe I missed it (have tried searching on different terms) but is there a good front euro bumper install thread like this one for the rear bumper?

http://r3vlimited.net/board/showthread.php?t=112187&highlight=euro+bumper

Following this one for the rear bumper helped me a lot. Now I have the valence, brackets, bumper, and misc fasteners to do the front but was hoping for something step by step with pics (and part #'s) to make sure I have what I need before taking the plunge.