License plate frame

Sxs1687 · 10-09-2021, 07:23 PM

This might be something stupid to most but for some reason I need this for my car to look complete. I'm debating the OEM license plate frames in black or brushed steel. Curious to know if anyone has either of these installed on their m550i. I'm leaning towards black because I think the brushed steel clashes with the m550i titanium or whatever color that is badge, but hoping someone has it installed for me to see 🤔

Btw, this is the frame I'm talking about: https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/6...SE-PLATE-FRAME

Or

https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/3...E-PLATE-FRAMES (black)

dscabra · 10-09-2021, 07:27 PM

I did a simple stainless steel frame with stainless hardware. No rust and no bling.

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Joe-BMW33 · 10-12-2021, 05:57 AM

I went with this one. OEM. Maybe a little too much "M///" badging?

Sxs1687 · 10-12-2021, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

I went with this one. OEM. Maybe a little too much "M///" badging?

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

maDjzo · 10-12-2021, 09:24 AM

I went with the Black OEM M Performance frame, simple and clean.

Joe-BMW33 · 10-12-2021, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Sxs1687

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

I went with this one. OEM. Maybe a little too much "M///" badging?

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Thanks. I got the m plate frame on eBay for around $50 bucks. It's OEM and came from a dealer. Got the banner on Amazon. Looked it up for you and it is not available at the moment. It's was $20 bucks.

I gotta lot of M going on in my garage!

DNYC1919 · 10-12-2021, 10:20 AM

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

Warp Ten · 10-12-2021, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

Joe-BMW33 · 10-12-2021, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

I went with a Sto N Sho for the front to leave my front bumper unmolested. This one works on my '18 with ACC even though it references 2021. Bolt on the bottom with existing bolts, no drilling.

2021 BMW M550i with adaptive cruise (SNS282a)

https://stonsho.com/2021-bmw-m550i-w...ruise-sns282a/

Joe-BMW33 · 10-12-2021, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

Sweet! A lift is on my list, but I first need to get a wall mounted garage door opener to create the head room. This will all be part of the 911 Turbo acquisition.

Sxs1687 · 10-12-2021, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

We do need a front plate in MD but I never installed it on this car, my last car or my wife's car haha. Keep hoping I won't get stopped!!

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Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

That's a cool collection of plates you have there!

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

I went with a Sto N Sho for the front to leave my front bumper unmolested. This one works on my '18 with ACC even though it references 2021. Bolt on the bottom with existing bolts, no drilling.

2021 BMW M550i with adaptive cruise (SNS282a)

https://stonsho.com/2021-bmw-m550i-w...ruise-sns282a/

Well this is interesting. Curious to know how this works...I couldn't seem to figure it out by the description

Sxs1687 · 10-12-2021, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

Sweet! A lift is on my list, but I first need to get a wall mounted garage door opener to create the head room. This will all be part of the 911 Turbo acquisition.

Haha you're on the same track I'm on. Wanting a lift for whenever I'm able to get a 911 turbo. I need to get the side opener as well first and maybe....just maybe open up the ceiling on the right side for more headroom. The right side of the garage has unfinished attic space above, so I could get a little creative. The left half of the garage is under the master bathroom...so that wouldn't work.

Thanks for checking on the flag. I'll keep an eye out on Amazon and eBay too. Just need to figure out where I can put it. I need to declutter some more... believe it or not, this pic is after I did a bunch of decluttering!!

Joe-BMW33 · 10-13-2021, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

We do need a front plate in MD but I never installed it on this car, my last car or my wife's car haha. Keep hoping I won't get stopped!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

That's a cool collection of plates you have there!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

I went with a Sto N Sho for the front to leave my front bumper unmolested. This one works on my '18 with ACC even though it references 2021. Bolt on the bottom with existing bolts, no drilling.

2021 BMW M550i with adaptive cruise (SNS282a)

https://stonsho.com/2021-bmw-m550i-w...ruise-sns282a/

Well this is interesting. Curious to know how this works...I couldn't seem to figure it out by the description

The receiver type plate with the two holes attaches under the bumper using two screws already holding down the rubber flap piece that runs along the bottom. The thing that scrapes first. Then the plate with the two long rods plugs in. There is a pull pin that releases it.

Sxs1687 · 10-13-2021, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

We do need a front plate in MD but I never installed it on this car, my last car or my wife's car haha. Keep hoping I won't get stopped!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

That's a cool collection of plates you have there!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

I went with a Sto N Sho for the front to leave my front bumper unmolested. This one works on my '18 with ACC even though it references 2021. Bolt on the bottom with existing bolts, no drilling.

2021 BMW M550i with adaptive cruise (SNS282a)

https://stonsho.com/2021-bmw-m550i-w...ruise-sns282a/

Well this is interesting. Curious to know how this works...I couldn't seem to figure it out by the description

The receiver type plate with the two holes attaches under the bumper using two screws already holding down the rubber flap piece that runs along the bottom. The thing that scrapes first. Then the plate with the two long rods plugs in. There is a pull pin that releases it.

Ahh ok, now it makes sense. I'll keep this in mind, if the popo gets me!

BTW, did you ever make a video of your euro spec tails? Would love to see how those turn signals light up. Hoping to do the conversion as well at some point. Such a difference!!

Joe-BMW33 · 10-13-2021, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

We do need a front plate in MD but I never installed it on this car, my last car or my wife's car haha. Keep hoping I won't get stopped!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

That's a cool collection of plates you have there!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

I went with a Sto N Sho for the front to leave my front bumper unmolested. This one works on my '18 with ACC even though it references 2021. Bolt on the bottom with existing bolts, no drilling.

2021 BMW M550i with adaptive cruise (SNS282a)

https://stonsho.com/2021-bmw-m550i-w...ruise-sns282a/

Well this is interesting. Curious to know how this works...I couldn't seem to figure it out by the description

The receiver type plate with the two holes attaches under the bumper using two screws already holding down the rubber flap piece that runs along the bottom. The thing that scrapes first. Then the plate with the two long rods plugs in. There is a pull pin that releases it.

Ahh ok, now it makes sense. I'll keep this in mind, if the popo gets me!

BTW, did you ever make a video of your euro spec tails? Would love to see how those turn signals light up. Hoping to do the conversion as well at some point. Such a difference!!

Shoot I totally forgot. I'd do it now for you but I took the E39 today. I'll make a note to self. I'll have to PM you for your email to send it. I don't have a YouTube account and I don't think this site will host a video.

Sxs1687 · 10-13-2021, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

We do need a front plate in MD but I never installed it on this car, my last car or my wife's car haha. Keep hoping I won't get stopped!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warp Ten

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sxs1687

Your car looks SUPER clean!...and I'm jealous of the LCI tails!

I considered the M plate you have as well, but it was 20 bucks more than the reg BMW ones, so I cheaped out and just got the black reg one.

I'm loving the flag in the background btw. Makes me want to try and make one fit somewhere in my garage

Ha! Your garage looks a lot like mine, although I added a lift for the Corvette. No BMW flag, although I do hang some of my old license plates on one wall. And I have to admit I still have the dealer license plate frame on both BMWs, although in my defense I did work there for seven years. --Bob

That's a cool collection of plates you have there!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNYC1919

If you need a front plate as I do in NY I would go with a bumper frame but a low profile one. It has helped me avoid some nasty scratches/dents a couple of times.

I went with a Sto N Sho for the front to leave my front bumper unmolested. This one works on my '18 with ACC even though it references 2021. Bolt on the bottom with existing bolts, no drilling.

2021 BMW M550i with adaptive cruise (SNS282a)

https://stonsho.com/2021-bmw-m550i-w...ruise-sns282a/

Well this is interesting. Curious to know how this works...I couldn't seem to figure it out by the description

The receiver type plate with the two holes attaches under the bumper using two screws already holding down the rubber flap piece that runs along the bottom. The thing that scrapes first. Then the plate with the two long rods plugs in. There is a pull pin that releases it.

Ahh ok, now it makes sense. I'll keep this in mind, if the popo gets me!

BTW, did you ever make a video of your euro spec tails? Would love to see how those turn signals light up. Hoping to do the conversion as well at some point. Such a difference!!

Shoot I totally forgot. I'd do it now for you but I took the E39 today. I'll make a note to self. I'll have to PM you for your email to send it. I don't have a YouTube account and I don't think this site will host a video.

No rush, whenever you have a moment. Thanks!

blewcheese · 10-15-2021, 04:18 PM

I got a silicone one, which makes more sense to me, there is no rattling and no rusting.

Joe-BMW33 · 10-15-2021, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by blewcheese

I got a silicone one, which makes more sense to me, there is no rattling and no rusting.

Silicone what? Link or pic?

maDjzo · 10-16-2021, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by blewcheese

I got a silicone one, which makes more sense to me, there is no rattling and no rusting.

Silicone what? Link or pic?

Aujen Silicone License Plate Frames 2 PCS for US Standard Car, 100% Street Legal License Plate Cover, Rattle-Proof and Easy Installation License Plate Holder (Black)… https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0824WPBGF...BVBN5PFP?psc=1

Joe-BMW33 · 10-17-2021, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by maDjzo

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

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Originally Posted by blewcheese

I got a silicone one, which makes more sense to me, there is no rattling and no rusting.

Silicone what? Link or pic?

Aujen Silicone License Plate Frames 2 PCS for US Standard Car, 100% Street Legal License Plate Cover, Rattle-Proof and Easy Installation License Plate Holder (Black)… https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0824WPBGF...BVBN5PFP?psc=1

Ahhh….thanks….I thought this was in reference to a whole mount solution with no drilling like the Sto n Sho

Sxs1687 · 10-17-2021, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by maDjzo

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

Quote:

Originally Posted by blewcheese

I got a silicone one, which makes more sense to me, there is no rattling and no rusting.

Silicone what? Link or pic?

Aujen Silicone License Plate Frames 2 PCS for US Standard Car, 100% Street Legal License Plate Cover, Rattle-Proof and Easy Installation License Plate Holder (Black)… https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0824WPBGF...BVBN5PFP?psc=1

This is interesting. Didn't even know these exist.

blewcheese · 10-18-2021, 11:24 AM

Yeah it's basically like having a smartphone case on the license plate. I don't think there is a significant difference between any of ones on Amazon. I don't even remember the brand I went with it.

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Sxs1687 Second Lieutenant 177 Rep 281 Posts Drives: BMW M550i Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	License plate frame This might be something stupid to most but for some reason I need this for my car to look complete. I'm debating the OEM license plate frames in black or brushed steel. Curious to know if anyone has either of these installed on their m550i. I'm leaning towards black because I think the brushed steel clashes with the m550i titanium or whatever color that is badge, but hoping someone has it installed for me to see 🤔 Btw, this is the frame I'm talking about: https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/6...SE-PLATE-FRAME Or https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/3...E-PLATE-FRAMES (black)
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blewcheese Private 8 Rep 63 Posts Drives: 17 540i xDrive M Sport Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Missouri iTrader: (0)	I got a silicone one, which makes more sense to me, there is no rattling and no rusting. __________________ 2017 M Sport 540i in Graphite
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blewcheese Private 8 Rep 63 Posts Drives: 17 540i xDrive M Sport Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Missouri iTrader: (0)	Yeah it's basically like having a smartphone case on the license plate. I don't think there is a significant difference between any of ones on Amazon. I don't even remember the brand I went with it. __________________ 2017 M Sport 540i in Graphite
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