Hey everyone!
I’ve been a proud member of this forum since 2011, and throughout the years, I’ve had the pleasure of owning two E92 M3s (2008 Space Gray & 2013 Mineral White) and an F82 M4 (Mineral White). Now, I’m back in an Alpine White G80 M3, and let me tell you, this one is on another level of fun!
After a little over a year of enjoying this beast, I decided its finally time to share the journey. So, here’s the official build thread for my G80 M3. Expect regular updates and plenty of pics as the mods keep rolling in. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this.
Let’s rewind a bit: I placed the order on August 22nd, 2022, and took delivery on July 31st, 2023. The wait was excruciatingly long—almost a full year! The original dealership played hardball, constantly pushing me back in line and even suggested I pay a $10k markup to get bumped up. I wasn’t about to drop that kind of cash on an Alpine White M3—maybe for an Individual color, but not this one. So, I canceled the order after months of waiting and, through a buddy in the business, connected with a local dealership. Shoutout to Konrad for making the magic happen and taking care of me!
Build Spec:
2023 G80 M3 Competition
Alpine White
Fiona Red Full Merino Leather
Executive Package
Driving Assistance Package
Parking Assistance Package
LED Laserlight Headlights – A must!
19/20 826M Black Wheels
Carbon Fiber Interior Trim
Drive Recorder
Wireless Charging
Being in the wheel industry, I’ve always been drawn to BMWs—not just for their performance, but also for the way they look and drive. This M3 needed to stand out, not just with its aggressive stance but also with a custom wheel setup that truly reflects its character.
The mods were planned and ready to go before the car even arrived. I didn’t waste any time getting this build underway.
Exterior:
CRBN Industries Carbon Fiber Grill
CRBN Industries Carbon Fiber Air Ducts
CRBN Industries CS Spoiler
CRBN Industries Carbon Fiber Mirrors
CRBN Industries Carbon Fiber Antenna Cover
Stradale Design GTS Carbon Fiber Front Lip
50th Anniversary Roundels
IND Alpine White Painted Front Reflectors
IND Yellow DRLs
70% Ceramic Tint on all windows
Wheels & Suspension:
Strasse SV10-RS Ultralight Carbon in 20×10 & 20×11
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S in 275/30/20 and 295/30/20
AST HAS Lowering Kit
Engine Mods:
MAD Fat Boy Catless Downpipes
MAD Single Midpipe
MAD Axle Back Exhaust w/ Silver Tips
MAD Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake
Alpine White Painted Engine Cover
Gloss Red Powder Coated Strut Brace
Interior Mods:
Carbon Fiber Steering Wheel with Black Perforated Leather and ///M Stripe
I’m beyond excited to share more updates as they come. This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to see where this build goes. Feel free to ask any questions or share your thoughts—I’m here for it!
A typical rainy day in Miami didn’t dampen the excitement. My buddy made sure the M3 was delivered to me, making the whole process smooth and easy. After the full intro and walk-through of the M3’s features, I was even more pumped to finally get behind the wheel. Here she is, right next to my brother’s 740i M Sport.
I’m not a fan of dark tinted windows, so I opted for 70% Ceramic tint all around. It’s almost clear but does an excellent job of keeping the Miami heat at bay. Now, the cabin stays cool no matter how hot it gets outside.
While waiting for the wheels to be made, I received the first set of mods: the AST HAS lowering kit, Yellow DRLs, Alpine White painted front reflectors, and the Carbon Antenna cover.
