[jdub000]

Finally! After talking to Day Laborer he put me through to a local person here in VA who has got me an allocation and production # that I have entered into bmwusa.com so I can track the status!

Pretty excited and wanted to give a big thanks to Day Laborer once again. Loving the community!

[jdub000]

Also if anyone has any mods or ideas that I should or could be doing to the M when it gets here Id greatly appreciate it, thanks!

Like PPF, exhaust etc

[CMW33]

Welcome and congrats! Honestly, the car doesn't need anything right off the bat. Except maybe lower ride height in the front. I don't drive my car enough to warrant PPF or ceramic but some people feel like it's a requirement.

BTW we have an amazing BMW shop not far from us: Speed & Tech Motoring, Luc@Speed&Tech. That's the ONLY place I'll take my car for aftermarket stuff.

[nosbocaj]

Originally Posted by jdub000

Also if anyone has any mods or ideas that I should or could be doing to the M when it gets here Id greatly appreciate it, thanks!

Like PPF, exhaust etc

Congrats! Securing an allocation is a great feel. Course, now you have to wait!

1. Frontal PPF if you DD and a tint.

2. EL Midpipe + Valve Controller will give you a much improved sound and valve customization.

3. Better brake pads for less dust/squeal. You'll quickly realize that it's impossible to keep your wheels clean and not sound like a garbage truck when stopping (unless you got CCB's).

4. Various cosmetics (front grill and air inlets are a must for me).

I haven't touched the suspension or wheels, but I know that's a big thing for a lot of folks. The stock suspension is like a monster truck, but I have a super steep garage so I'm keeping mine as is until I move.

[KR36]

congratulations. Hans is the "MAN". Glad he was able to get you a spot.../

[jdub000]

Thanks appreciate the comments, and yes Hans is def the man. Nice and easy!

[slow_g82]

Originally Posted by jdub000

Finally! After talking to Day Laborer he put me through to a local person here in VA who has got me an allocation and production # that I have entered into bmwusa.com so I can track the status!

Pretty excited and wanted to give a big thanks to Day Laborer once again. Loving the community!

If you DM me your IG handle, I can get you with the rest of the Nova crew of G8x's.

[MADBMWX5MC]

Super, pics are a must once it arrives.

[jdub000]

No problem there, I will def be posting pics for the group!

[Mp3Supply]

I also worked with Day Labor to get mine a few years back. BLUF; I had an allocation 3 days later for the exact spec coming over in a boat.

In terms of mods, a large majority of us go to Speed & Tech as mentioned. Outside of the required break in service, I take my car to Speed & Tech for oil and other items too. I don't need the deal causing me any issues.

Welcome!

[BenitoBlanco]

Congrats from Richmond! Took delivery of mine in February and just dropped off for break-in service today. Feel like I'm finally about to ACTUALLY take delivery now that I'll be able to really drive the car.

The only mods I have done so far are:

- Full PPF and ceramic exterior and interior
- Ceramic tint all around including windshield (I finally have my registration and inspection straight with the windshield but it was a bitch so I wouldn't say it's a must, but it is nice)
- Oil cooler stainless steel mesh guard. I drove a M340i before this and hit one of our many massive potholes here in Richmond, didn't think twice about it, drove home and the following morning my car was sitting in a pool of oil. Pothole put a huge hole in the exposed oil cooler that's directly behind the bumper. I was turning that lease in soon after and insurance covered the repair (and there was no noticeable damage to the engine) but seeing how I bought this one, I am not taking that risk again. A $150-200 part is well worth the piece of mind.

What I want to do:

- Something to exhaust, probably mid with valve controller
- Lower front ride height a little so wheel gaps match with back
- Possibly a front lip; there are a lot of them that look awesome especially with the CF exterior package

Speaking of the CF exterior package, if you didn't do that I would definitely recommend getting aftermarket inlets. IMO it improves on the already striking front end 10x. Looking at my car with the CF exterior inlets, I can't help but feel like the G8xs with the black hexagon mesh instead look so much worse in comparison.