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Mineral White?
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- Lifer
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Mineral White?
Bit of a strange one, but one of my friends has said he’s thinking about a mineral White E89
Any particular issues with this paint finish?
I think it’s just a Pearl finish rather than a frosted finish, but thought I’d ask if any one has one or can shed any light?
Many thanks
Any particular issues with this paint finish?
I think it’s just a Pearl finish rather than a frosted finish, but thought I’d ask if any one has one or can shed any light?
Many thanks
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Mineral White?
It’s a nice metallic finish..so conventional paint with a clear coat lacquer on top..
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Mineral White?
I think Rob (Smartbears) car is mineral white, if so I am sure he will advise
I had a pearl 3008 in white and no issues with that at all.
I had a pearl 3008 in white and no issues with that at all.
M4 Vert in Yas Marina Blue
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
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- Lifer
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Mineral White?
Thanks gents, I’ll report back
Looks a lovely colour (in the sun) based on some pictures I’ve found
Looks a lovely colour (in the sun) based on some pictures I’ve found
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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Mineral White?
Think it is probably quite rare as well - why the hell did he not buy your VO one?
M4 Vert in Yas Marina Blue
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
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Mineral White?
He liked the VO in the sun, but felt it was a bit brown if it was overcast... it was a bit of an ‘’all or nothing’’ colour for himOle gits rule wrote: ↑Sun May 02, 2021 5:13 pmThink it is probably quite rare as well - why the hell did he not buy your VO one?
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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Mineral White?
Mineral White is a lovely colour. It isn’t a standard white but a white base coat followed by a Pearl coat over the top which gives it the beautiful fleck and then a lacquered coat.
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Mineral White?
He liked the VO in the sun, but felt it was a bit brown if it was overcast... it was a bit of an ‘’all or nothing’’ colour for him
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Strange as I think the latest 3 series orange (not certain if it is sakhir or sunset) looks very brown when its overcast but great when sunny, never thought VO was like that - alway looks more orange than copper.
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Strange as I think the latest 3 series orange (not certain if it is sakhir or sunset) looks very brown when its overcast but great when sunny, never thought VO was like that - alway looks more orange than copper.
M4 Vert in Yas Marina Blue
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
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Mineral White?
It does look nice, I liked it in the flesh when we were buying our G20 3 series, nice pearl effect, but in the end went with Mineral Grey.
Silver 05 3.0i SE
Mods inc - F/L Xenons Clear Ind Rear Lights M Sport Seats & Wheel Eibach/B4 3.64 DIFF (SOLD)
White E89 20i M Sport
Mods inc- B12 kit, M3 Arms, 18" Zito 935's with PS4's, Decat & Remap, Switchable Exhaust Flap (SOLD)
Mods inc - F/L Xenons Clear Ind Rear Lights M Sport Seats & Wheel Eibach/B4 3.64 DIFF (SOLD)
White E89 20i M Sport
Mods inc- B12 kit, M3 Arms, 18" Zito 935's with PS4's, Decat & Remap, Switchable Exhaust Flap (SOLD)
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Mineral White?
Strange as I think the latest 3 series orange (not certain if it is sakhir or sunset) looks very brown when its overcast but great when sunny, never thought VO was like that - alway looks more orange than copper.Ole gits rule wrote: ↑Sun May 02, 2021 5:29 pm He liked the VO in the sun, but felt it was a bit brown if it was overcast... it was a bit of an ‘’all or nothing’’ colour for him
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In certain lights it can look bit brownish... dusk/overcast etc. Really comes to life in bright sunshine, but can look quite different when it’s not bright sunshine.
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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Mineral White?
In certain lights it can look bit brownish... dusk/overcast etc. Really comes to life in bright sunshine, but can look quite different when it’s not bright sunshine.True-Blue wrote: ↑Sun May 02, 2021 5:48 pmStrange as I think the latest 3 series orange (not certain if it is sakhir or sunset) looks very brown when its overcast but great when sunny, never thought VO was like that - alway looks more orange than copper.Ole gits rule wrote: ↑Sun May 02, 2021 5:29 pm He liked the VO in the sun, but felt it was a bit brown if it was overcast... it was a bit of an ‘’all or nothing’’ colour for him
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Well, ir would not put me off - the colour is one of the best on an e89
M4 Vert in Yas Marina Blue
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
2011 23i M Sport Highline in Alpine White with Smart Top installed - Gone but not forgotten.
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Mineral White?
I had a mineral white 35is. Lovely colour but the consensus in the trade is that its a nightmare for smart repairs on small scratches etc.
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Mineral White?
Mineral white owner here. Absolutely love the colour. Repairs shouldn't be an issue with a quality bodyshop, but if you're looking for a cheap smart repair then forget it!
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Mineral White?
Owned my e89 over 4 years now & still like the colour, especially on a bright day
Robe89 Sdrive 20i, plenty of mumbo & good economy-the thinking bears z4
e89 Sdrive 30i, this ones busted, pass me another...
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- Lifer
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Mineral White?
Thanks Gents, I’ve reported back.
The car in question is on auto trader at just under £10,500... low spec though, no PDC, IDrive, or cruise, but does have heated seats & steering wheel.
It’s miles from us, not sure if he’s going to view it or not
The car in question is on auto trader at just under £10,500... low spec though, no PDC, IDrive, or cruise, but does have heated seats & steering wheel.
It’s miles from us, not sure if he’s going to view it or not
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i