325 Hood Medallion

[maddog88]

I have a 2004 3 series. The hood medallion's paint peeled off. Any one have one to sell or have any suggestions on where I can buy a new one w/o having to spend a fortune at a dealer?

Anyone install one? Is it 1 or 2 screws through the hood?

 

[Big Daddy]

No screws, there are two grommets that little spikes in the back of the Roundel protrude through. Most people use dental floss to remove the Roundel. You can buy them at Arizona AutoHaus, one of our sponsors for less than $17.00, or from Pelican Parts as well as a host of other places. Do not forget to buy new grommets. Here is an FYI on replacing Roundels.

 

[maddog88]

Thanks for the info!!

 

[selavia]

Ebay tends to be cheaper as well. I got one shipped for under $10, but it did not include the grommets.

But, I will admit, it is easier to deal with Arizona or Pelican. Especially Arizona Autohaus. They do a really great job. I'm sure other here will probably say the same.

 

[maddog88]

OK, so for $17 I got one from AzAutoHaus. How is the old one removed and new one installed? Is the old one pried off and new one snapped in?? I thought there'd be access from below but there isn't.....

Thanks, again.

 

[Big Daddy]

I provided a link above to the actual process, yes it is pried off or some members have used dental floss. Did you remember to get the grommets. Be very careful not to scratch or dent your Bimmer.

 

[maddog88]

I provided a link above to the actual process, yes it is pried off or some members have used dental floss. Did you remember to get the grommets. Be very careful not to scratch or dent your Bimmer.

Thanks for the installation link. Seems pretty easy. YES I did order the grommets. I believe they were a whopping 42 cents each...