First mod for every E89 should be a stubby antenna!! When i went to get my Z4 35i from the dealer i already had my stubby antenna with me and replaced it right there before even driving the car off the lot. :) Stock one is hideous. Like a toy car with remote control :D Second mod: Get rid of runflats and get some good tires. Third: Get carly or OBD cable and learn to code your car( digital speedometer, Roof activation up to 40km/h, DVD video in motion(with idrive), Folding mirrors when lock etc. DVD in motion is cool.. I ripped some music videos from youtube, wrote them on a DVD. 31 videos i was able to fit to a DVD. And now i drive around the city, roof down and music videos playing like a tv on the screen. Last one: If you cant open your roof from fob( no comfort access option + maybe US regulations) Get Smartop module. Hold fob button for 3 seconds and roof does its thing and you can walk away. :)
You know I actually like the floppy antenna, don’t know why. On my Mini Cooper S, I replaced it with a stubby one, but like it on the Z4. Definitely agree with getting rid of the run flats! Got my summer tires on and love it. I’m learning how to code, got the cable and playing with the software. Luckily my car has comfort access and I can already open the roof with the remote. Appreciate a really constructive comment!!
Thank you for sharing this video. We own also a deepseablue one. Really happy with it. Did some of the mods you showed, like the indicater and grill. We also 'unlocked' some featers you my find interesting: 1.by pressing the lock botton slightly longer the mirrors will fold in. 2.When you press the start/stop botton also a slighy longer to stop the engine the key will onlock. 3. In the dash is a digital speedometer added. 4. The alarmlight will blink to short times each time. 5. The alarm beep when you lock and unlock. Now we will change the antenna to a short one. I wonder what the hump is on you breaklight. Never seen before
It's a great color, isn't it!? I do like the features you unlocked on yours and I am currently learning to use some ISTA, INPA etc tools to see what else I can do. What tool did you use? I like the long antenna for some reason and don't want to change it, at least not yet. As far as the hump on the back, that's where the antennas are. To be more specific the bulge is there to house the Antenna for SDARS. Part number 65209224647.
@@SimpleCarGuy it's the best color, and we've got the same white/beige interior. Best combination. I went to a local wizzkid with a laptop to do the work for me so I don't know what he used. I'm also not really familiar with that. I can't remember i ever saw a hump like that before. Are you sure it isn't a US spec? Anyway, I will keep following your channel because I like it. And I will take a closer look at Z4 from here to see if I see the hump.
@@jeroenhamelinck8153 I'm trying to become that wizzkid with the laptop when it comes to BMWs. It fascinates me that you can unlock features like that. Yes, the hump is US spec for the digital radio and GPS. Appreciate you watching and your car looks fantastic with those rims! If you do more cool things with it, let me know!
thank you for this high quality video. I am actually looking to buy an E89 and your video convinced me to get it in deep sea blue:) can you please tell me how is the ride comfort on 19" wheels? And are they run flats? thank you
The original 17s are run-flats and the 19s are regular summer tires. Honestly, there isn't much difference as the 17s were fairly hard due to being run flats. I do feel a bit more accuracy in the steering and less body roll with the 19s; however, they can be rough on bad potholes. Overall, the comfort isn't really compromised. Of course if I got rid of the run flats on the 17s and put a good summer tire, it would be the most comfortable option. Thanks for watching!
@@SimpleCarGuy thank you for the reply. I plan installing 18" as a compromise between the two. A lot of people seem to agree with the choice online:) I only have a few months to wait. Fingers crossed. I plan to install some mods as well : automated folding mirrors, folding roof at higher speeds, stubby antenna and probably the Lci indicators. Do you have any idea if you can find the stock indicators with clear cover rather than foggy?
That would be a great mod! Too bad I don't have iDrive in my car as I would look into it and give it a go. The only option I have is to buy an aftermarket unit, but those run around $900 for a Chinese no-name one.
Those are genuine wheels from an M4. I didn't have to adjust anything just get skinnier tires. Love the look and they drive really well on this car. I have a video if you want more info. Thanks for watching!
@@SimpleCarGuy Much much better! I'm thinking of getting a Z4 E89 myself. Quick question for you. Have you ever had a situation when the roof got stuck when opening or closing? What to do then?
Watching these videos make me miss my Blue Z4. I had an '11 35is in Deep Sea Blue that was run over by a cement truck with me in it. After almost three years, I'm almost back to "normal"? Deep Sea Blue is the best color for a Z4 IMO. My daughter in San Diego has an orange '14 Z4 35is that she found about a 1-1/2 years ago that I am going out to pickup hopefully in August. Looking for some good mods to do for it.
I've removed the two lower grilles on my 2011 E89 and sprayed them gloss black to match the main grill. The centre bar comes off first before the outer pieces. Totally different look.
@@wipersdirectau A short video which shows this and more. th-cam.com/video/Fn3jpRe2-5A/w-d-xo.html. Since then I added some led strips into the cross piece. Tony.
Do you have a video on creating the removable front license plate holder or can I buy one? Love the rims. You have convinced me to replace the rims on my 2009 Z4. 😀
I sure do! Removable License Plate Bracket DIY - No Hole Drilling th-cam.com/video/44MQ4Bre4NE/w-d-xo.html The rims were by far my favorite change on the car!! Thanks for watching.
I have a z4 with the full business and entertainment package.... There is no bulge on the boot lid. I've never seen this in the Z4 forum cars either ever. What on earth is it? It's not standard. Did you do that?
I’m trying to find the right LED halos, I seen your other video had the novasight ones for $55 but in this one u recommend other ones for $30. Amazon says it won’t fit the Z4 though. Any huge difference in quality between the price? Please let me know thanks!
I got the cheaper ones first and they were decent; especially, for the price. I then got the Novsight and they are much brighter and fill the entire ring better. Both are good, but I'm using the Novsight ones and would recommend them.
I like your channel. Thank you...Helped convince me to buy a 2011 Z4 E89/3.0...Any leads on where to find smoke or clear front side reflectors for this car?
Glad I had something to do with it! I love these cars and nice choice! As far as clear or smoked side reflectors.. I never found any so I painted mine body color.
i have z4 2016 . run flat tires want to change . any advise . i live in fla . should i get a summer tire or another option is a performance grand touring . i am a Cruiser usually 5or 10miles above speed limit .
I love my summer tires, so much more grip AND comfort over run flats. Corners are smoother and you feel more confident, so I would totally go for summer tires especially if you are in Florida.
Great to see all the mods together and the car sitting in the sunshine .. I can't find fault in any of your chosen mods... The car is looking great... Agree that the handling is where you should target first... A package of bushes, control arms, anti roll bars, trailing arms etc.. How the Z4 points and turns in to corners is definitely the weakest point..
It does look great in the sun and I just wait for sunny days to go for a ride, especially in this situation. I was looking into some suspension components and it looks like certain components are shared with e82, e90, e92, just need to figure what I need exactly.
SimpleCarGuy . I installed 2x90 mm F&F rear exhaust with custom design and loudness with more bass. with chassis optimization and lowering a good package. I think you definitely like that 👌
I haven’t done much as far as paint work. This is something I want to learn in the near future. Get it waxed and coated etc. luckily the car came in good shape when I bought it as far as paint.
I always got terrible fuel mileage in this car and saw no difference between these wheels and the original ones. If you check out the video on that, I weighed them and there was only about 2 pounds difference. I get about 19 mpg
SimpleCarGuy I got a set from Amazon and my outer halo looks like a light green. The inner one looks white. I hate the inconsistent look, so I ordered another set from Weisslicht. Four times more than I paid on Amazon and I’m waiting for them to ship. Hopefully I’ll be satisfied and both halos will look good. Also got side markers like yours. I do want to install a DarwinPro carbon fiber trunk spoiler. Just waiting on a price.
BMW Z4 Full Speaker and Subwoofer Upgrade DIY: th-cam.com/video/1lbLSEAbvQY/w-d-xo.html
First mod for every E89 should be a stubby antenna!! When i went to get my Z4 35i from the dealer i already had my stubby antenna with me and replaced it right there before even driving the car off the lot. :) Stock one is hideous. Like a toy car with remote control :D
Second mod: Get rid of runflats and get some good tires.
Third: Get carly or OBD cable and learn to code your car( digital speedometer, Roof activation up to 40km/h, DVD video in motion(with idrive), Folding mirrors when lock etc.
DVD in motion is cool.. I ripped some music videos from youtube, wrote them on a DVD. 31 videos i was able to fit to a DVD. And now i drive around the city, roof down and music videos playing like a tv on the screen.
Last one: If you cant open your roof from fob( no comfort access option + maybe US regulations) Get Smartop module. Hold fob button for 3 seconds and roof does its thing and you can walk away. :)
You know I actually like the floppy antenna, don’t know why. On my Mini Cooper S, I replaced it with a stubby one, but like it on the Z4.
Definitely agree with getting rid of the run flats! Got my summer tires on and love it.
I’m learning how to code, got the cable and playing with the software.
Luckily my car has comfort access and I can already open the roof with the remote.
Appreciate a really constructive comment!!
Thank you for sharing this video. We own also a deepseablue one. Really happy with it. Did some of the mods you showed, like the indicater and grill. We also 'unlocked' some featers you my find interesting: 1.by pressing the lock botton slightly longer the mirrors will fold in. 2.When you press the start/stop botton also a slighy longer to stop the engine the key will onlock. 3. In the dash is a digital speedometer added. 4. The alarmlight will blink to short times each time. 5. The alarm beep when you lock and unlock. Now we will change the antenna to a short one. I wonder what the hump is on you breaklight. Never seen before
It's a great color, isn't it!?
I do like the features you unlocked on yours and I am currently learning to use some ISTA, INPA etc tools to see what else I can do. What tool did you use?
I like the long antenna for some reason and don't want to change it, at least not yet.
As far as the hump on the back, that's where the antennas are. To be more specific the bulge is there to house the Antenna for SDARS. Part number 65209224647.
@@SimpleCarGuy it's the best color, and we've got the same white/beige interior. Best combination. I went to a local wizzkid with a laptop to do the work for me so I don't know what he used. I'm also not really familiar with that. I can't remember i ever saw a hump like that before. Are you sure it isn't a US spec? Anyway, I will keep following your channel because I like it. And I will take a closer look at Z4 from here to see if I see the hump.
@@jeroenhamelinck8153 I'm trying to become that wizzkid with the laptop when it comes to BMWs. It fascinates me that you can unlock features like that.
Yes, the hump is US spec for the digital radio and GPS.
Appreciate you watching and your car looks fantastic with those rims! If you do more cool things with it, let me know!
Looking at your brake rotors I would recommend you replace the rotors and Pads as your rotors are looking pretty grooved.
Yea they’re really bad
Great video !! keep it up
thank you for this high quality video. I am actually looking to buy an E89 and your video convinced me to get it in deep sea blue:) can you please tell me how is the ride comfort on 19" wheels? And are they run flats? thank you
The original 17s are run-flats and the 19s are regular summer tires. Honestly, there isn't much difference as the 17s were fairly hard due to being run flats. I do feel a bit more accuracy in the steering and less body roll with the 19s; however, they can be rough on bad potholes. Overall, the comfort isn't really compromised. Of course if I got rid of the run flats on the 17s and put a good summer tire, it would be the most comfortable option.
Thanks for watching!
@@SimpleCarGuy thank you for the reply. I plan installing 18" as a compromise between the two. A lot of people seem to agree with the choice online:) I only have a few months to wait. Fingers crossed. I plan to install some mods as well : automated folding mirrors, folding roof at higher speeds, stubby antenna and probably the Lci indicators. Do you have any idea if you can find the stock indicators with clear cover rather than foggy?
Very Sharp
Great video, I own same color and spec car. The rear strip looks cool, I might do the same
That and wheels are my favorite additions I've done to the car. I've also just installed full cat back exhaust, check it out!
Hi what size are your tyres on your 437M alloys.?
Hi, I have a Z4 2013 28i with iDrive. Do you know if we can upgrade and add Apple CarPlay? That would be a great mod!
That would be a great mod! Too bad I don't have iDrive in my car as I would look into it and give it a go. The only option I have is to buy an aftermarket unit, but those run around $900 for a Chinese no-name one.
LOVE the wheels, Bro! Are they OEM Style 437m's or replicas? Did you have to adjust the offset in any way?
Those are genuine wheels from an M4. I didn't have to adjust anything just get skinnier tires. Love the look and they drive really well on this car. I have a video if you want more info. Thanks for watching!
Very cool! Great work and the wheel nut extension give the Ben Hur chariot look I fear! But they are practical for a track car I’m sure.
All the best👍
Thanks! I’ve never heard that comparison, but I’ll take it!
SimpleCarGuy The film Ben Hur has a scene in it that chariots race around a oval track....spectacular but very gruesome.
do you have a video of glass tint mod
Yep! Here you go: BMW Z4 Window Tint th-cam.com/video/9lzNPhp45GI/w-d-xo.html
Wheels look great, but that grill is trash. Just paint or replace it to all black.
Just for you :
Most Requested Mod on my BMWs th-cam.com/video/ykjclhxd1MI/w-d-xo.html
@@SimpleCarGuy Much much better! I'm thinking of getting a Z4 E89 myself. Quick question for you. Have you ever had a situation when the roof got stuck when opening or closing? What to do then?
The M grill is stupid on a car that's not a M
I agree to an extent. I may change it out this summer.
Nice Car! But I better like the wheels type 313 m Performance bicolor they are the nicest.
Spoiler. No downforce. Will make it go a little faster at high speeds-- theoretically.
Where can I buy the side marker light?
Watching these videos make me miss my Blue Z4. I had an '11 35is in Deep Sea Blue that was run over by a cement truck with me in it. After almost three years, I'm almost back to "normal"? Deep Sea Blue is the best color for a Z4 IMO. My daughter in San Diego has an orange '14 Z4 35is that she found about a 1-1/2 years ago that I am going out to pickup hopefully in August. Looking for some good mods to do for it.
Omg that’s bad. How are you now?
I've removed the two lower grilles on my 2011 E89 and sprayed them gloss black to match the main grill. The centre bar comes off first before the outer pieces. Totally different look.
Do you have a photo of how this looks?
@@wipersdirectau A short video which shows this and more. th-cam.com/video/Fn3jpRe2-5A/w-d-xo.html. Since then I added some led strips into the cross piece. Tony.
I like the titanium color grille
Do you have a video on creating the removable front license plate holder or can I buy one?
Love the rims. You have convinced me to replace the rims on my 2009 Z4. 😀
I sure do! Removable License Plate Bracket DIY - No Hole Drilling th-cam.com/video/44MQ4Bre4NE/w-d-xo.html
The rims were by far my favorite change on the car!!
Thanks for watching.
lousy mod... u dont even change that ugly long antenna to stubby type...
I like the long antenna and don’t want to change age it to a stubby one.
Does your z4 speedometer show correctly?
Yes, it does.
Anyone had the bmw connection app for post 2016 z4? Just wondering whether it’s worth paying for
I had it on my 550i, not really worth it in my opinion, but I guess it depends on what features you would use.
I’m needing to up date my 2004 Z4 we’re do get a up date front end bumper
What is that bump on top of the third brake light?
That’s actually the antennas! Radio, satellite etc.
@@SimpleCarGuy Suspected as much but never seen that before, thx
I have a z4 with the full business and entertainment package.... There is no bulge on the boot lid. I've never seen this in the Z4 forum cars either ever. What on earth is it? It's not standard. Did you do that?
Alright, so I got curious and looked it up. The bulge is there to house the Antenna for SDARS. Part number 65209224647.
Don’t know if you can see my other comment, I got curious and looked it up. It’s the Antenna for SDARS with this part number: 65209224647
I’m trying to find the right LED halos, I seen your other video had the novasight ones for $55 but in this one u recommend other ones for $30. Amazon says it won’t fit the Z4 though. Any huge difference in quality between the price? Please let me know thanks!
I got the cheaper ones first and they were decent; especially, for the price. I then got the Novsight and they are much brighter and fill the entire ring better. Both are good, but I'm using the Novsight ones and would recommend them.
I like the grill! I have The same on my bmw
I like your channel. Thank you...Helped convince me to buy a 2011 Z4 E89/3.0...Any leads on where to find smoke or clear front side reflectors for this car?
Glad I had something to do with it! I love these cars and nice choice! As far as clear or smoked side reflectors.. I never found any so I painted mine body color.
i have z4 2016 . run flat tires want to change . any advise . i live in fla . should i get a summer tire or another option is a performance grand touring . i am a Cruiser usually 5or 10miles above speed limit .
I love my summer tires, so much more grip AND comfort over run flats. Corners are smoother and you feel more confident, so I would totally go for summer tires especially if you are in Florida.
Great to see all the mods together and the car sitting in the sunshine ..
I can't find fault in any of your chosen mods... The car is looking great...
Agree that the handling is where you should target first... A package of bushes, control arms, anti roll bars, trailing arms etc..
How the Z4 points and turns in to corners is definitely the weakest point..
It does look great in the sun and I just wait for sunny days to go for a ride, especially in this situation. I was looking into some suspension components and it looks like certain components are shared with e82, e90, e92, just need to figure what I need exactly.
have you already considered another exhaust maybe two 90 mm pipes
Any suggestions? That would be a great update as long as I get better sound as well.
SimpleCarGuy . I installed 2x90 mm F&F rear exhaust with custom design and loudness with more bass. with chassis optimization and lowering a good package. I think you definitely like that 👌
That paint.looks in great shape! Have you done any paint correction or wax/ceramic coating?
I haven’t done much as far as paint work. This is something I want to learn in the near future. Get it waxed and coated etc. luckily the car came in good shape when I bought it as far as paint.
Hello bro, how much your car fuel used with this rim
I always got terrible fuel mileage in this car and saw no difference between these wheels and the original ones. If you check out the video on that, I weighed them and there was only about 2 pounds difference. I get about 19 mpg
Thanks for sharing. Where did you get the headlight bulbs - mind sharing the source?
Just on amazon, if you want really good ones get Lux. Both links in TH-cam video description!
SimpleCarGuy I got a set from Amazon and my outer halo looks like a light green. The inner one looks white. I hate the inconsistent look, so I ordered another set from Weisslicht. Four times more than I paid on Amazon and I’m waiting for them to ship. Hopefully I’ll be satisfied and both halos will look good. Also got side markers like yours. I do want to install a DarwinPro carbon fiber trunk spoiler. Just waiting on a price.
how did you do the headlights?
Here are the headlights I used: th-cam.com/video/aHwQud-J5hs/w-d-xo.html
The tag holder for the front is nice , where can i get one
They don’t sell them, I made it myself: Removable License Plate Bracket DIY - No Hole Drilling th-cam.com/video/44MQ4Bre4NE/w-d-xo.html
@@SimpleCarGuy Don't know how i missed that - thanks
you got to get a drop
Do you mean lowering it? I would, but I drive this car almost every day and the roads here in Chicago are crap.
very good. You can lower the car. It looks very high a bit like an SUV.
Thanks for the tip, I will look into suspension mods next!
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