LCI Headlight question

[TrevorM3]

I'm inching closer to obtaining my m5. But i'm a little confused on the headlight situation. I for some reason thought all 14+ models came with the new updated lights. But when i build my car online, under executive package it has the (full lci headlight options under it)


does this mean i HAVE to spend an extra 6k for the new lights??

To be quite honest, my m5 was going to be barebones. I don't need soft close etc. But i do want the new headlights. Suggestions?

edit*
I just looked at a bunch of listings, and i didn't see one 14 or 15 car with the old headlights.. so this has to mean the new ones are standard...?

[Grayblack]

The LED headlights were an option for my 14'. Not sure about 15's and 16's. Soft door close is definitely a luxury but I couldn't imagine living without it.

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by Grayblack

The LED headlights were an option for my 14'. Not sure about 15's and 16's. Soft door close is definitely a luxury but I couldn't imagine living without it.

how much was it? i don't see an individual headlight option on bmw.com




i'm 25, i definitely don't need soft close, stupid curtains, and hud display etc.

what i do need is under the hood.

[WJSM5]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

how much was it? i don't see an individual headlight option on bmw.com




i'm 25, i definitely don't need soft close, stupid curtains, and hud display etc.

what i do need is under the hood.

I would strongly advise getting the HUD. It may seem like a stupid option but I'm not sure I would buy a car without one, now that I've had one.

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by WJSM5

I would strongly advise getting the HUD. It may seem like a stupid option but I'm not sure I would buy a car without one, now that I've had one.

you are the perfect example!! your car is a 14 but has the older headlights?? according to your signature pic.

did you not get executive?

[SF_DCT]

LED lights are part of the exec package on the lci models. If you don't select the exec package, then you get the standard xenon lights which are a bit different than pre lci cars, but look very similar.

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by SF_DCT

LED lights are part of the exec package on the lci models. If you don't select the exec package, then you get the standard xenon lights which are a bit different than pre lci cars, but look very similar.

thank you! any idea where i can find comparison photos?? i looked all over, i guess the difference of the two lights are very subtle.

[SF_DCT]

This one has the lci standard xenons:

http://www.cnet.com/roadshow/auto/2015-bmw-m5/

This one has the older ones - actually lots of pics of 2013 M5s with the older ones:

http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ad-test-review

Yeah, the difference between pre lci and lci on the xenons is pretty subtle - go for the LEDs, they look amazing! And you get all the other goodies "for free"!

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by SF_DCT

This one has the lci standard xenons:

http://www.cnet.com/roadshow/auto/2015-bmw-m5/

This one has the older ones - actually lots of pics of 2013 M5s with the older ones:

http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ad-test-review

Yeah, the difference between pre lci and lci on the xenons is pretty subtle - go for the LEDs, they look amazing! And you get all the other goodies "for free"!

found this link http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/20...on-package/#/5

says LEDs are optional as you said, but where are the led's? on the angel eyes themselves? or?? lol sorry weird questions.

[WJSM5]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

you are the perfect example!! your car is a 14 but has the older headlights?? according to your signature pic.

did you not get executive?

I have executive, however the production date was on the "edge" before the LCI. Don't ask, it was a rough patch for me and my dealer.

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by WJSM5

I have executive, however the production date was on the "edge" before the LCI. Don't ask, it was a rough patch for me and my dealer.

i would seriously be LIVID! but whats done is done..

[E90potentialbuyer]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

I'm inching closer to obtaining my m5. But i'm a little confused on the headlight situation. I for some reason thought all 14+ models came with the new updated lights. But when i build my car online, under executive package it has the (full lci headlight options under it)


does this mean i HAVE to spend an extra 6k for the new lights??

To be quite honest, my m5 was going to be barebones. I don't need soft close etc. But i do want the new headlights. Suggestions?

edit*
I just looked at a bunch of listings, and i didn't see one 14 or 15 car with the old headlights.. so this has to mean the new ones are standard...?

Barebones M5? Are you going to use it as a taxi or limo service for clients who are in a rush? J/k.

I would say at least get the exec package. Barebones M5 just sounds wrong...

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by E90potentialbuyer

Barebones M5? Are you going to use it as a taxi or limo service for clients who are in a rush? J/k.

I would say at least get the exec package. Barebones M5 just sounds wrong...

we all have our preference. i'm not into gadgetry.

[TrevorM3]

ok guys, i think i finally "see" the actual difference.


http://www.ebay.com/bhp/bmw-f10-headlight


the first and third image demonstrate the difference. i hope i can get this full lights w/o having executive package... we'll see.

[apexlocator]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

we all have our preference. i'm not into gadgetry.

I have a mid 14 with only LED package, nothing else. To be honest I was looking for one with exec package, but this one won me with the longer warranty and lower miles, and correct color combo.

[RaTeD ///M]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

ok guys, i think i finally "see" the actual difference.


http://www.ebay.com/bhp/bmw-f10-headlight


the first and third image demonstrate the difference. i hope i can get this full lights w/o having executive package... we'll see.

If u don't get the LCI then to covert to those style headlights is a 5K cost. However, 180 sells a replica version which looks almost exactly like it. Cost 2K and bolts up to the existing harness without any modifications.

[TrevorM3]

thanks for posting apex. question, i don't see an individual option for "led package"

how much was it if you dont mind me asking?

[TrevorM3]

Originally Posted by RaTeD ///M

If u don't get the LCI then to covert to those style headlights is a 5K cost. However, 180 sells a replica version which looks almost exactly like it. Cost 2K and bolts up to the existing harness without any modifications.

have you done this? pics, thread?

from what i read, i thought the full LED lights needed new harnesess etc when swapping from xenon.

[apexlocator]

Originally Posted by TrevorM3

thanks for posting apex. question, i don't see an individual option for "led package"

how much was it if you dont mind me asking?

I am the 2nd owner....but during my research it was about $2k option.

It might be under "lighting package"....can't remember.

[TheHouseWon]

I was going to start a thread on this but noticed one had already been created. Can you confirm this is Pre-LCI:

[TrevorM3]

That is in fact pre LCI. No LED. And has honeycomb turn signal.

[Nikolov]

That's pre-LCI, yes.