Not sure about Aero front bumper.

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ErrErrminator

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My car came to me with a Aero front bumper fitted, but I’m just not totally convinced about the aesthetics. There seems to be plenty of love on the forums for the aero kit, but I’m starting to think I prefer the more subtle original front end, rather than the more aggressive aero look. I might also revert back to chrome edged grills (the all black were on the car as bought too).

What are your opinions on the matter?

Anyone with a Stirling grey standard front considering an aero swap?

Pic of my car as it is:

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You really need Aero skirts to complete the look.

The rear bumper add on and spoiler do nothing for me, but the front and sides do look great together.
 
I'd be up for a swap if you're not too far away. Where are you based?
 
I agree with what you are saying and it does look a little odd, however they are very desirable so I think you'll have no problem with a swap. I like the grills all black and suit the SG very well. Great looking Zed by the way :thumbsup:
 
greg81 said:
I'd be up for a swap if you're not too far away. Where are you based?
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Just spotted you're in Taunton. Too far for me I'm afraid :(
 
Lynchy said:
I agree with what you are saying and it does look a little odd, however they are very desirable so I think you'll have no problem with a swap. I like the grills all black and suit the SG very well. Great looking Zed by the way :thumbsup:
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Yes, I think ‘trade’ would have been a better word, ie cash my way. :roll:
 
I’m sure the skirts might balance out the look, but I can’t help thinking the front is a bit Jimmy Hill. Maybe the perspective in that photo exagerates it a bit.
 
[ref]ErrErrminator[/ref] it might've been you I saw on the M5 south a couple of days ago. I was in my Audi so I doubt you'd remember my car. I think the Aero bumper looks pretty good myself :thumbsup:
 
Much prefer the standard spoiler to the aero tbh.
Aero spoiler is sadly ott and remind me of the rather garish spoiler my dad put on his capri 2.8i when i was a nipper :lol:

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Looks front heavy to my eyes. Either needs aero side skirts or a standard bumper, to balance the look. :)
 
ErrErrminator said:
My car came to me with a Aero front bumper fitted, but I’m just not totally convinced about the aesthetics. There seems to be plenty of love on the forums for the aero kit, but I’m starting to think I prefer the more subtle original front end, rather than the more aggressive aero look. I might also revert back to chrome edged grills (the all black were on the car as bought too).

What are your opinions on the matter?

Anyone with a Stirling grey standard front considering an aero swap?

Pic of my car as it is:

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I don't think its the aero bumper. I think it's wheels. What size are they?
 
Agree with you the standard pre facelift E85 is a stunning car and best left that way the black grills look OK with the black headlights.

The only thing I would do with mine if I was keeping her for life would change both bumpers for standard bumpers with no parking sensors and no headlight washer jets for a cleaner look.
 
Z4 COUPSTER said:
I don't think its the aero bumper. I think it's wheels. What size are they?
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I’m happy with the wheels. They are 18s on standard 225/40 and 255/35 rubber. I think the iPhone photos and my crap photography are partly to blame. I guess I’ve used a bit of a wide angle in these shots which kid of stretches, or foreshortens the images making the proportions look a little odd.

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I think the aero looks OK and can't see an issue with it. If you don't like it, get a standard one and sell the aero....simple
The stubby on the other hand :poke:
 
Not for me either the front aero bumper I'm afraid. I think bmw got it just right with the original front bumper. If I was changing it would have to be the M one. I know some folks love them and each to their own and all that. But the aero doesn't look right to me at all, it seems to date the car and is very maxpower/aftermarket body kit. Sorry but you did ask!
 
Yup, I did ask, so no problem with that. I appreciate people’s honesty.

So it does divide opinion a bit. Not sure if it bothers me enough to go through the hassle of changing it and potentially having to get a replacement sprayed etc. Although I might just float the idea of a trade/exchange on the sales forum to see if anything comes of it.
 
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