[mpaone23]

First of all I have a 2006 e90 325xi pre-lci, and I recently hit a raccoon screwing up my front bumper pretty badly.

I am going to purchase an m3 rep bumper (most likely this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/05-08-BMW-E9...4ad6bb&vxp=mtr ) and was wondering if I will still be able to run the stock pre-lci underbody panels (I believe its the belly pan), or do I have to get one meant for an m3 bumper assuming that it would still fit properly. Also is it completely necessary to run them or is it just a safety precaution?

Any help/info would be great, thanks!

[shadow191]

Stock one works, the reps are designed for use with stock panels. On my E92, no need to drill extra holes or anything.

I would keep them, I've gone a few weeks on my other car without running it while I was working on some stuff and if you drive in the rain at all the engine gets messy.

[mpaone23]

Originally Posted by shadow191

Stock one works, the reps are designed for use with stock panels. On my E92, no need to drill extra holes or anything.

I would keep them, I've gone a few weeks on my other car without running it while I was working on some stuff and if you drive in the rain at all the engine gets messy.

I have to buy a new one anyway cause my was torn apart when the bumper buckled in, so im driving without it for a few weeks until i get a new one. I just wanted to make sure that i wasnt buying a new one for nothing