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      06-08-2022, 06:19 PM   #1
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G30 to g30 LCI conversion it's possible?

Hello I have the g30 prefacelift it's possible to converted to LCI? I have see this kit of m5 lci bodykit https://toptune.eu/en/g30-2017/459-b...rsion-body-kit and I'm ask what other part I need except headlight to make the change ? And if anyone has a list of part numbers thanks
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      06-08-2022, 11:21 PM   #2
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Looks like you're looking for an M5 conversion, not an LCI.
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Looks like you're looking for an M5 conversion, not an LCI.
Yes M5 but LCI M5
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The LCI tail swap is the easiest part of the project, many have done it including me. If you are looking to swap in the LCI headlights, this is more challenging. Since you seem to be looking to go M5 look, if you want the M5 OEM front bumper, you will have to change the fenders. There are aftermarket M5 front bumpers though that are made to fit the G30 without swapping in new fenders and the LCI headlights will fit it.

My $0.02 cents, just get an LCI M5 or and LCI G30. It's a major project and investment that is not worth the effort or the money. Put that money towards what you want from the factory.
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The LCI tail swap is the easiest part of the project, many have done it including me. If you are looking to swap in the LCI headlights, this is more challenging. Since you seem to be looking to go M5 look, if you want the M5 OEM front bumper, you will have to change the fenders. There are aftermarket M5 front bumpers though that are made to fit the G30 without swapping in new fenders and the LCI headlights will fit it.

My $0.02 cents, just get an LCI M5 or and LCI G30. It's a major project and investment that is not worth the effort or the money. Put that money towards what you want from the factory.
This is my thought. If I start trying to make my car look like a different model, then I need to get a new car. If I can't afford that car, I need to practice some acceptance. Haha.
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Also if you were to go ahead with this, all those costs would be lost when you come in to trade in, in fact the car could be worth less than usual as it's non standard. It would put off many ( I doubt a bmw dealership would touch it)

Yeh go and buy a LCI if that's what you want
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I really do like the LCI Tail lights. I have a 2017 G30, is that conversion worth the price and any good DIY instructions on it? Thank you
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I really do like the LCI Tail lights. I have a 2017 G30, is that conversion worth the price and any good DIY instructions on it? Thank you
https://f90.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1804297
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I really do like the LCI Tail lights. I have a 2017 G30, is that conversion worth the price and any good DIY instructions on it? Thank you
https://f90.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1804297
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This is my thought. If I start trying to make my car look like a different model, then I need to get a new car. If I can't afford that car, I need to practice some acceptance. Haha.
Not always that straight forward. With chip shortages extending 2 years now, it's really hard to find the exact spec car. Even today you still can't factory order a technology plus pack in UK.
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issues after install on an f90 front bumper on a 2020 g30 prelci

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so this is my first post! today I and my brother was done putting on the bumper we made transfer all of the components from the m sport original bumper. now after we plugged in everything all of the parking sensors works at expected. But i get this Pedestrian Alert system error on my Idrive. and also its greyed out. Any idea? this is my first major modification and i am already scared. is there a way to code it out? or will it go to normal by itself?
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Hi guys!
so this is my first post! today I and my brother was done putting on the bumper we made transfer all of the components from the m sport original bumper. now after we plugged in everything all of the parking sensors works at expected. But i get this Pedestrian Alert system error on my Idrive. and also its greyed out. Any idea? this is my first major modification and i am already scared. is there a way to code it out? or will it go to normal by itself?
DUDE!!!!!!! You don't need to post this in every thread!
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