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Front number plate mount removal
- Peter-E36
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Front number plate mount removal
I was looking for a front plate solution too and in the end opted for a vinyl plate
Fully road legal (in Ireland) as it's the same size, font, and has a reflective backing (as well as EU flag etc)
Fully road legal (in Ireland) as it's the same size, font, and has a reflective backing (as well as EU flag etc)
E85 3.0i
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- Lifer
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OK most surfaces, there's not any unsmooth surfaces on a bumper where you'd put a numberplate is theresrhutch wrote: ↑Wed Apr 11, 2018 10:52 pmNot according the the manufacturer they don’t. Also not recommended for everyday use, and they aren’t road legal.jamie_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 11, 2018 10:16 pmyou don't even need magnets anymore - these stick to any surface
https://www.staticplates.com/
18 Z4s owned to date.
Current: 2.5i Titan silver
Daily driver: 480bhp M140i Shadow edition.
Current: 2.5i Titan silver
Daily driver: 480bhp M140i Shadow edition.
- kis
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Remove and get magnetic plates (well more of a DIY really...)
My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
- srhutch
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Front number plate mount removal
From their website.jamie_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 11, 2018 11:23 pmOK most surfaces, there's not any unsmooth surfaces on a bumper where you'd put a numberplate is theresrhutch wrote: ↑Wed Apr 11, 2018 10:52 pmNot according the the manufacturer they don’t. Also not recommended for everyday use, and they aren’t road legal.jamie_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Apr 11, 2018 10:16 pm you don't even need magnets anymore - these stick to any surface
https://www.staticplates.com/
This product is not suitable for ceramic coatings, as the coating is designed to not allow anything to adhere to the surface.
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Front number plate mount removal
What did you do for the MOT? Would it not need to be attached for that? I'm considering the magnet option.....I'd be too worried about not having one on the front! Any reason to be pulled over around these parts....
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- dhobbs
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Front number plate mount removal
Are stick on ones (self adhesive types) ok and legal?
By that I mean the sticker types rather than normal plastic with double sided tape.
This is on my list of mods when time allows.
By that I mean the sticker types rather than normal plastic with double sided tape.
This is on my list of mods when time allows.
3.0si roadster. Requisite stubby. Sound gen mod. LED numberplate lights. LED boot strip. Interior lights LED too. ZHP gearknob. Daily drive
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Motor in boot. Bilstein B8 dampers. New radio, much better sounds
- bmwaddict
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As long as they are reflective, have the name and postcode of where they were issued below the reg, and BS number in the right hand corner.
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'07 Mugello Blue Audi B7 RS4 Saloon with added goodies
'94 Black/Silver/Green Honda CBR400RR
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- Russ59
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Just got back from MOT and I asked about stick on number plates and they said they are a NO NO.
Only legal on pre 1975.
2005, 3.0l Toledo Blue, sports seats, sports suspension, ZHP, MFSW,4 clear spot rear lights, clear side repeaters and third brake light , 19" AXE EX14 wheels, DIY carbon badges, interior parts gloss black wrapped, rear spoiler
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Front number plate mount removal
whilst technically true, I think it's one of those grey area's where most police officers won't bother with you if you aren't/they aren't being an idiot.Russ59 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 13, 2018 10:52 am
Just got back from MOT and I asked about stick on number plates and they said they are a NO NO.
Only legal on pre 1975.
I see plenty of mis-spaced reg plates, even some where the police car has been directly behind the vehicle with the dodgy plate, yet they don't seem to bother pulling them for it. I suppose they have more important things to be doing with their time.
A friend used to have a classic subarea impreza with a stick on front reg, situated on his bonnet. Never had problems with it. It's one of those 'do at your own risk' sort of things.
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- Russ59
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Do you have trouble getting on ramps with your front lip and skirt extensions?
I thought about fitting some but I can only just get on ramps as it is, it is lowered.
2005, 3.0l Toledo Blue, sports seats, sports suspension, ZHP, MFSW,4 clear spot rear lights, clear side repeaters and third brake light , 19" AXE EX14 wheels, DIY carbon badges, interior parts gloss black wrapped, rear spoiler
- Phoenixboy
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you certainly would not get down my road at that height.
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space grey
Carbon interior trim
19" Veeman FS 25`s
cruise control
m sport seats
stubby
led halo bulbs
z4 forum sticker, for added power.
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Gone, E85 Ruby Black.
space grey
Carbon interior trim
19" Veeman FS 25`s
cruise control
m sport seats
stubby
led halo bulbs
z4 forum sticker, for added power.
OEM wind deflector
Gone, E85 Ruby Black.
- Peter-E36
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Front number plate mount removal
I changed back to stock suspension (not that different at the front actually) and it’s still an absolute nightmare. The only problem is the front splitter, it’s the lowest point in the car, and I have to come to a complete stop to get through most bumps.
I just can’t bring myself to remove the kit... it looks so good!
E85 3.0i
- kis
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Front number plate mount removal
All depends on where you are what sort of person sees the car. I was driving in North London and got pulled for not having the separation space in the number plate. Guess I was unlucky and the guy was on a power trip...
My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
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- Lifer
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Front number plate mount removal
Oh yea definatley. I live in a very rural area and have done about 800 miles in the last year so not exactly on the road much!
18 Z4s owned to date.
Current: 2.5i Titan silver
Daily driver: 480bhp M140i Shadow edition.
Current: 2.5i Titan silver
Daily driver: 480bhp M140i Shadow edition.