By Special Request: IND Black Chrome Grille Set

IND-Distribution · 07-13-2015, 02:31 PM

BMW’s Edition series was by far one of the most popular looks for the E9x M3 cars, offering a depth and complexity that was impossible with normal painted gloss black grilles.

The Edition grilles featured a “black chrome” appearance - glossy chrome sheen without the glare and dark enough in color to complement BMW's window trim and glazing.

BMW has not offered this finish for the newer chassis, so our paint technicians at IND have invested a considerable amount of time and effort in creating our own version of this beautiful finish. Our finish has been developed in-house with a proprietary process that has not been used previously, outside of IND.

Installed and comparison photos coming shortly

AlpineE92M3 · 07-13-2015, 02:33 PM

Those look perrrty. Would Def like to see comparison shots between gloss black.

psuwcc112 · 07-13-2015, 03:21 PM

Looks awesome. I loved my blacked chrome grill/gills on my previous E92 m3. I think its more durable against the rock chip than the painted black gloss in the new m performance. I hope it is also true in this finish.

saxon · 07-13-2015, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by psuwcc112

Looks awesome. I loved my blacked chrome grill/gills on my previous E92 m3. I think its more durable against the rock chip than the painted black gloss in the new m performance. I hope it is also true in this finish.

its paint, so no this wont be like the old finish with durability.

looks great but more of a graphite than a black chrome

AutoTalent · 07-13-2015, 04:50 PM

Looks great!

nicknaz · 07-13-2015, 06:14 PM

Cat, is it possible to get it with a double spoke grille without the logo, and side vent trim pieces with no logo ?

What is the cost?

Looks great.

Demxsr · 07-13-2015, 09:24 PM

I'd like to see what these look like on a MG car. Almost looks like it'd match the paint.

IND-Distribution · 07-14-2015, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by AlpineE92M3

Those look perrrty. Would Def like to see comparison shots between gloss black.

We'll have it installed on our M4 in the next couple days, and will be able to take some comparison photos versus the Gloss Black.

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Originally Posted by nicknaz

Cat, is it possible to get it with a double spoke grille without the logo, and side vent trim pieces with no logo ?

What is the cost?

Looks great.

Unfortunately we do not have a double slat option with no logo for F8x at this time.

catch · 07-14-2015, 10:34 AM

Love that you guys spent time thinking of new things for our cars!

its the small touches like this that make the biggest difference

Blindside_137 · 07-14-2015, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by psuwcc112

Looks awesome. I loved my blacked chrome grill/gills on my previous E92 m3. I think its more durable against the rock chip than the painted black gloss in the new m performance. I hope it is also true in this finish.

Agreed. I have it on my non M E93 and it has a great chameleon like effect in different lighting, from gloss black, to black chrome to a dark nickel finish. I love it!

Thanks for the new offering iND!

IND-Distribution · 07-15-2015, 09:49 AM

We had the chance to take some Black Chrome versus Gloss Black installed comparison shots late last night. What do you think?

Blindside_137 · 07-15-2015, 10:07 AM

Both look great.

I think it would be best on the black sapphire, providing just a bit of contrast.

Jockey · 07-16-2015, 12:26 AM

I like it more. I think it will look mucho better on a lighter color car, like mine.

nicknaz · 07-16-2015, 02:08 AM

Cat, would you sell the surrounds only?

What about the side pieces with no logo? (Are they available?)

brian30tw · 07-16-2015, 09:12 AM

I think they look better than the gloss black myself and will probably order them when my car gets here.

I have a weird request. Is it possible to get a picture of them next to the black chrome wheels, if you have any of those? I'd like to see if they match the black chrome wheels better than the gloss black grilles.

Thanks!
Brian

IND-Distribution · 07-16-2015, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by nicknaz

Cat, would you sell the surrounds only?

What about the side pieces with no logo? (Are they available?)

As much as we would love to provide the surrounds only, there is no way for us to the chrome rings separate of the full grille set from BMW.

Side markers with no logos are not an option at this time.

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Originally Posted by brian30tw

I think they look better than the gloss black myself and will probably order them when my car gets here.

I have a weird request. Is it possible to get a picture of them next to the black chrome wheels, if you have any of those? I'd like to see if they match the black chrome wheels better than the gloss black grilles.

Thanks!
Brian

Hi Brian, unfortunately we do not have any of our OEM wheels left here at IND. The grilles will not be as dark as the black 437, color should be a bit darker than the silver/grey 437 wheels.

brian30tw · 07-16-2015, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Cat@IND

... unfortunately we do not have any of our OEM wheels left here at IND...

Haha, silly me! Thanks for the description anyway. I may have to swing by the shop to see them in person before deciding.

potxoli · 07-16-2015, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Cat@IND

We had the chance to take some Black Chrome versus Gloss Black installed comparison shots late last night. What do you think?

Those look fantastic! I might have to pick up a set if my car ever leaves quality inspection.

IND-Distribution · 07-17-2015, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by brian30tw

Haha, silly me! Thanks for the description anyway. I may have to swing by the shop to see them in person before deciding.

Quote:

Originally Posted by potxoli

Those look fantastic! I might have to pick up a set if my car ever leaves quality inspection.

Thanks for the feedback! We should be able to post up additional installed photos within the next week or so.

element241 · 07-17-2015, 12:19 PM

Any chance we could get some pictures of the grilles and side markers on a Mineral Grey car?

lsturbointeg · 07-17-2015, 11:11 PM

Those look really sweet!

acechardukian · 07-19-2015, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by brian30tw

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cat@IND

... unfortunately we do not have any of our OEM wheels left here at IND...

Haha, silly me! Thanks for the description anyway. I may have to swing by the shop to see them in person before deciding.

Cat, my car is at the shop and I have the OEM wheels on it if you guys want to install the chrome grilles just to take some pics for reference.
-Austin

07-13-2015, 02:31 PM	#1
IND-Distribution BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 9587 Rep 10,878 Posts Drives: G82 M4 / G87 M2 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chicago iTrader: (3)	By Special Request: IND Black Chrome Grille Set BMW’s Edition series was by far one of the most popular looks for the E9x M3 cars, offering a depth and complexity that was impossible with normal painted gloss black grilles. The Edition grilles featured a “black chrome” appearance - glossy chrome sheen without the glare and dark enough in color to complement BMW's window trim and glazing. BMW has not offered this finish for the newer chassis, so our paint technicians at IND have invested a considerable amount of time and effort in creating our own version of this beautiful finish. Our finish has been developed in-house with a proprietary process that has not been used previously, outside of IND. Installed and comparison photos coming shortly __________________ IND DISTRIBUTION \| 866-963-4520 • INSTAGRAM • YOUTUBE • FACEBOOK • FLICKR
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catch Major General 668 Rep 7,148 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Thornhill iTrader: (27)	Love that you guys spent time thinking of new things for our cars! its the small touches like this that make the biggest difference __________________ 2016 F80 M3 Mineral White/Sakhir Orange 2013 BMW S1000RR Flat Silver <stolen> 2007 BMW E92 335i Jet Black/Jade Grey <sold>
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IND-Distribution BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 9587 Rep 10,878 Posts Drives: G82 M4 / G87 M2 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chicago iTrader: (3)	We had the chance to take some Black Chrome versus Gloss Black installed comparison shots late last night. What do you think? __________________ IND DISTRIBUTION \| 866-963-4520 • INSTAGRAM • YOUTUBE • FACEBOOK • FLICKR
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