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      07-26-2023, 10:31 AM   #1
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BMW DIY Guy 'Nimona' G87 build out thread

Well all.. so it begins with the new G87 M2, and the start of what no doubt will be an epic build out thread. I will keep a running log of the build as she progresses here, and track the changes, updates and more. The crazy thing is, as of right now (july 2023) I already have 4+ projects lined up for a car that hasnt even been built yet. Crazy huh?

I will keep this going as the build progresses to match what was done with the F32 and the F87 no doubt. Not much to show right now, but the next few months before the car gets here will be busy with planning and lining up projects, then going to hit it HARD in October.

I am excited to share this journey with you!

latest update - 11/24 Added items, changed out a few pieces.


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Ordered: 1/23
Current build state: Complete!
Delivery: 9/9/23


Dyno stats:
Stock: unknown at this time, 450ish whp according to BMW


Factory options:
Toronto Red Metallic
Black Vernasca leather with M color highlight
Adaptive LED lights with automatic high beams
Extended Shadowline Trim
M Shadowline lights
Carbon Fiber trim
Heated Steering Wheel
Live Cockpit Pro
Parking Assistant
Personal eSIM 5G
Wireless Charging


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Coding changes:
Startup warning off - 9/23
B&O audio options enabled - 9/23


Interior modifications:
BMW OEM alcantara arm rest - 9/23
BMW OEM M Performance door sills - 9/23
BMW OEM M Performance floor mats - 9/23
Bimmertech Alpha One speakers 11/23
Bimmertech Alpha One subs 11/23
Studie screen protector 2/24
CANchecked digital touch display - 3/24
Soundskins Stage 1 sound matting 4/24
Soundskins Stage 2 sound matting - 5/24
canDO Plus module - 5/24
Ceramic window tint by Kimballs Detailing - 7/24
Ceramic Cquartz interior coating by Kimballs Detailing - 7/24
Kies CF seat backs - 8-24
Bimmertech Alpha One amplifier - 8/24
Infinite Autowerks OEM+ LCI steering wheel - 10/24


Exterior modifications:
BMW Heritage floating wheel caps - 9/23 (on the OEM wheels now)
BMW OEM Heritage front and rear roundels - 9/23
BMW OEM Heritage door projectors - 9/23
BMW OEM Heritage valve stem caps - 9/23
CarPro DLUX ceramic wheel coating (OEM and BBS wheels) - 10/23
CarPro DLUX ceramic coating brake calipers - 11/23
BBS Unlimited 19/20 staggered pale gold wheel set - 11/23
19x9.5 ET: 9.5 using 35mm adapter
20x10.5 ET:11 using 35mm adapter
BBS floating center caps - 11/23
IND painted front grill v1 - 11/23
IND painted front and rear reflectors - 11/23
Zunsport grill screens - 12/23
Zunsport oil cooler screen - 12/23
IND yellow DRLs - 2/24
Dahler Exhaust Valve controller - 3/24
Mashimarho Goldenwrench full cap kit - 6/24
IND gloss black badging (pending)
Downstar red titanium engine bay bolt kit - 7/24
Full Dquartz diamond ceramic coating - 7/24
Kies CF high step trunk spoiler 9/24
Kies Mishimoto skid plate - 11/24
Dinan CF engine cover - 11/24
Dinan CF engine brace (pending)
Dinan CF intakes (pending)
Kies CF radiator brace cover (pending)
Kies CF DME cover (pending)




Performance modifications:
PTF Bootmod3 license - 12/23
Active Autowerke EL midpipe - 1/24
PTF Flex fuel sensor kit - 3/24
Kies Motorsports Mishimoto hot side charge pipes 4/24
Kies Motorsports Mishimoto S58 intercooler - 4/24
Kies Motorsports CSF heat exchanger - 4/24
Active Autowerke valved axle-back exhaust - 6-24
MAD 3.5'' Fat Boy catless downpipes - 10/24
Kies Moton coilover kit 11/24
Mashimarho rear brake upgrade (pending)
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Was good to meet you at Kies! Can't wait to see the build.
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Thanks yall.. not much to show yet but if my F87 build is an example, many things are coming.

I have lots and lots of possible items on the radar, but won't add them to the build plan until confirmed.

For now.. still stage 3 of the build process.
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Ah yeah!! Nimona has jumped forward 3 steps to 6 of 12! She is through the paint booth and is on the production line!!!
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Build is done!!
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Updating with confirmed projects and parts inbound.. I cannot WAIT to get started!

Though I hear custom plates in WA are 1-2 YEARS delayed.. WTF
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Yes!!! She just jumped forward 3 stages and is in transport to the dealership!
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Wow, that was pretty quick.
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She is here!! Literally just off the truck!
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Congrat! Did you pick up the car already? By the way, Did BMW Seattle sold their M4 CSL?
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Congrat! Did you pick up the car already? By the way, Did BMW Seattle sold their M4 CSL?
Not sure on the CSL and will pick up in a few days, so I can get ready for delivery.
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She is here!! Literally just off the truck!
Can you check the Vin to make sure that's not mine. I also ordered TR, Manual, Black rims with a sunroof
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She is here and home.. several more projects arrived with more on the way. I will update the build list with all the new things coming.

Initial impressions are very very positive, other than the audio system. The HKs really aren't great with very little richness to the full sound range. I cannot wait to tear them out for a full set of Bimmertech Aplha Ones with speakers, subs and amp.
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Huge updates to the build list with a number of new items completed, and the pending list filled out.

TONS of new content coming soon, and will have a whole series of DIYs on all of the content.
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It's dawned on me what BMW has done with the G87. The biggest shock was the shift from the F87, and the change was jarring.

The G87 has flat door handles, horizontal kidneys and front grill accents, and a more boxy sharp edged design.

Tell me the G87 isn't a modern homage to the classic E30 M3? The similarities are striking once I realized it.

Throw on some gold BBS wheels and suddenly it's an updated E30!

Well done BMW, and all the reservations I had about the G87 evaporated!

Hmmm... gold BBS wheels.. I wonder what might be coming in BBS boxes?


PONDER..
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That's what I thought also. And it seems the squared off designs may be coming back. The new Mustang and Nissan Z as examples.
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