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M Performance released the first exterior carbon fiber parts for the G80 M3. They are produced by BMW with perfect OEM fitment. The quality of the weave and finish is superb, matching the original carbon fiber accents from the factory nicely. While the products themselves are great, the package as a whole is a bit obnoxious IMO. The canards and spoiler are a swings and a misses while the center-mounted exhaust is a humiliating strikeout.

The M Carbon Exterior Package from factory offers a more aggressive look and some beautiful details, but I found myself wanting more to complete the stock look and complement the M Carbon Bucket Seats. The black plastic side rocker panels and rear winglets felt like a budget conscious decision and safe alternative over carbon fiber for BMW. I do not think the black plastic OEM pieces are ugly or take away from the car by any means; however, I opted to jump on the first parts available to help complete the carbon fiber look with more accent details around the exterior.

The awful red and orange reflectors are required on all US cars and not an intentional design detail from the factory. Like me, most people cannot stand the distraction they create from the overall appearance so I opted for the painted pieces from IND to achieve a more clean look similar to the European models.

Attached images include the installation of the painted front and rear reflectors as well as select M Performance parts, including:

1. M Performance Carbon Front Lip
2. M Performance Carbon Rocker Blades
3. M Performance Carbon Rear Winglets