Under bonnet insulator for E90

waynechai

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Hi folks,

Anybody has any idea where we can get the under bonnet insulator for E90?
Any idea abt cost?

Also, would this somehow void the PML warranty?
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Saw some bonnet insulator in Stamford for $28 with adhesive.
As for the original BMW insulator, have to order from PML. I think close to $90.
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

They have original one?
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

thought so.. its frm PML.? Let me confirm with them again.
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Hi all,

Just curious. If it is original, why doesn't it come with the car and you have to buy it instead?!
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

GP, it all boils down to cost cutting measures. When it comes to reducing the OMV of the car, dealers will try to spec the car down to as cheal as possible. Look even the 3 series dun come with cruise control even. Usually the buggers will cut here cut there....
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Thanks Rodney. Now I see the light! But hor, the insulator isn't that expensive rite? Cruise control I can understand but insulator?! But I guess every cent adds up...
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

if got possibility, they will import the car with steel rims and fit alloys over here. Spare Parts does not attract and additional ARF and so their profit margins are higher. The bad thing is that none of these addons goes into you paper value and hence when you sell, got very little residual value.
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

drivemax said:
Yes. Just checked with them.

Just confirm, they have it for 330i... understand it can be also fit the 320i...
Cost around $80.00 plus... excluding installation...
Will be getting one soon...

Cheers
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

install it elsewhere. Labour at PML is way too ex.
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

yendor said:
GP, it all boils down to cost cutting measures. When it comes to reducing the OMV of the car, dealers will try to spec the car down to as cheal as possible. Look even the 3 series dun come with cruise control even. Usually the buggers will cut here cut there....

Hi ! Yendor.

Totally agreed that they are trying to spec the E90 as cheap as possible.

They even don't have the BMW Round Logo Badge at the Engine Bay :(
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Hi guys,

Sounds like just the thing i need!! I have been noticing that my new E90 seems to hot up very quickly over the bonnet. Was initially afraid that my engine was overheating!#*!

If not from PML, where can we buy it and get it installed?

BYB
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Heat over the bonnet means that it is dissipating heat away from the engine.

By installing the insulator, you will be retaining heat. Isn't that a bad?
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Ok guys, got mine done at PML Alexander today at $85.50 incl the clips.
Simple job, you can do it by yourself.

Just one piece and it cost so much. :(
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

If dissipating heat is good, why have insulators under the bonnet?

Then, do most other cars have insulators under the bonnet?
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

drivemax said:
Ok guys, got mine done at PML Alexander today at $85.50 incl the clips.
Simple job, you can do it by yourself.

Just one piece and it cost so much. :(

Does the price include installation charges or just the material?

Cheers
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

BMW said:
Does the price include installation charges or just the material?

Cheers

Just the material.

Anyway, my car was park outside and he (parts dept guy) was very helpful to bring the part out and
fixed for me. Btw, its only a 1 minute job, no problem installing it. :)
 
Re: Under bonnet insulator for E90

Thanks, will get it done tomorrow...

Cheers
 

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