M-sport Mud flaps

Bjornizz · 01-31-2014, 09:15 PM

Why do the dealers say that the mud flaps doesn't fit the M-sport?
I have seen a couple of threads here that shows pictures of them on M-sports, but still they won't mount them. They say that if I want them they can order them for me but I have to mount them myself.

DesertSmokeBBQ · 01-31-2014, 09:26 PM

Better question, why ruin the beautiful lines of the M-Sport with unnecessary addenda...?

Bjornizz · 01-31-2014, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by DesertSmokeBBQ

Better question, why ruin the beautiful lines of the M-Sport with unnecessary addenda...?

Well, the problem is that here in Norway the use salt, and lots of it on the roads when it snows. So it damages the paint under and on the sides of the car. I'd agree with you in the summer.

JJS · 01-31-2014, 09:57 PM

The mud flaps fit the rear valance, but not the front of my F31 M-Sport. The inner-most anchor point of the front flap ins't anywhere near metal under the car.

MrChang · 02-03-2014, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by JJS

The mud flaps fit the rear valance, but not the front of my F31 M-Sport. The inner-most anchor point of the front flap ins't anywhere near metal under the car.

Mud Flaps - Yes they DO fit an M-Sport:
http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=932562

They seems to fit fine!

Damn Dirty Ape · 02-03-2014, 05:48 PM

mine do.

Professor///M · 02-04-2014, 12:12 AM

3M clear protectant would probably be a better solution

JJS · 02-04-2014, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by MrChang

Mud Flaps - Yes they DO fit an M-Sport:
http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=932562

They seems to fit fine!

The mud flaps that I got from the dealership did not fit mine. What is the part number for the front flaps?

Polo08816 · 07-14-2014, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by JJS

The mud flaps that I got from the dealership did not fit mine. What is the part number for the front flaps?

Interested to see if there's a different part number (different mud flaps) as well.

E90Fleet · 07-14-2014, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Bjornizz

Why do the dealers say that the mud flaps doesn't fit the M-sport?
I have seen a couple of threads here that shows pictures of them on M-sports, but still they won't mount them. They say that if I want them they can order them for me but I have to mount them myself.

The BMW parts system specifically says they do not fit M-Sport cars, so thats why the dealers say so.

E90Fleet · 07-14-2014, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JJS

The mud flaps that I got from the dealership did not fit mine. What is the part number for the front flaps?

There is only 1 type listed for the F30

Front 82 16 2 218 983
Rear 82 16 2 218 984

JN1 · 07-14-2014, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by DesertSmokeBBQ

Better question, why ruin the beautiful lines of the M-Sport with unnecessary addenda...?

My thoughts exactly. I think the dealer meant they don't 'fit' the look of the M-Sport. LOL

mrich1353 · 07-14-2014, 06:01 PM

Mine were no problem. Installed myself - everything lined up perfectly.
Nice protection in the salt and cinder world of narrow interstates! The clear plastic coat applications will get sandblasted look shortly from my experience.

JJS · 07-15-2014, 06:17 AM

I'd be interested in an under-body photograph of the front flap to see how it is anchored in an M-Sport F30/31.

Jimminez · 07-15-2014, 09:42 AM

I'm looking at going with Rally Armor. Yes they are predominantly for the Subaru crowd but I'm not a fan of the BMW ones that wrap around the body. My fear is that with swapping out seasonally (as I'll only use them during winter) that the paint may get marred.

www.rallyarmor.com

canbmw · 07-17-2014, 12:44 AM

^ Great idea. I had these on my Legacy GT wagon and would consider them also for my F31 - maybe only seasonally. Let us know if you go that route.

Polo08816 · 07-24-2014, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by mrich1353

Mine were no problem. Installed myself - everything lined up perfectly.
Nice protection in the salt and cinder world of narrow interstates! The clear plastic coat applications will get sandblasted look shortly from my experience.

I just installed the BMW OEM Mudflaps onto a 2014 335i M-Sport RWD. It fit perfectly. The ONLY issue I had is the push-pins for the top hole of the fronts always bent! Looks like I'll either be buying those pins and trying again or going to Autozone for a small assortment with screw-push pins. I don't understand why BMW couldn't have just used screw-push pins.

snowghost · 07-24-2014, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Polo08816

I just installed the BMW OEM Mudflaps onto a 2014 335i M-Sport RWD. It fit perfectly. The ONLY issue I had is the push-pins for the top hole of the fronts always bent! Looks like I'll either be buying those pins and trying again or going to Autozone for a small assortment with screw-push pins. I don't understand why BMW couldn't have just used screw-push pins.

Any need to remove the wheels?

G30 B58 · 07-24-2014, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by snowghost

Any need to remove the wheels?

no

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Originally Posted by IoWfan

I know opinions are very divided as to whether mud flaps are quite the thing on an M-Sport but, hey, it's my car & I like them!

Anyways, even tho' my dealer said they wouldn't fit and opinions around the web seemed to vary I opted to take a chance and buy some.

I am pleased to report that both front & rears fit perfectly and I didn't even need to remove the wheels! - Full lock for front wheels gave enough access & with rears I had just sufficient room to remove/refit the pre-existing 3 bolts (not screws) using an 8mm socket on a small ratchet.

Fitting was easy on the rears; fronts need a bit of pressure to make the holes line up but still only took 20 minutes a side.

my car is an F31 by the way but I can't see any reason why the saloon should be any different.

So for any of you who perhaps fancied mud flaps but thought they wouldn't fit I can assure you they do!

Polo08816 · 07-25-2014, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by snowghost

Any need to remove the wheels?

Well, I work on a military installation where they let you rent a lift bay per hour. With that equipment, I thought it was much easier to just remove the wheels.

I think it's definitely possible to install mud-flaps without removing the wheels or lifting the vehicle.

obzen · 09-27-2020, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Polo08816

I just installed the BMW OEM Mudflaps onto a 2014 335i M-Sport RWD. It fit perfectly. The ONLY issue I had is the push-pins for the top hole of the fronts always bent! Looks like I'll either be buying those pins and trying again or going to Autozone for a small assortment with screw-push pins. I don't understand why BMW couldn't have just used screw-push pins.

Do you have picture of the mud flaps installed ? Also can you provide links to buy them? I wanna get them for my 440i, as winter is approaching I don’t want shit flinging up my fenders.

Derek Mc · 09-28-2020, 03:17 AM

I was able to modify the rear F30 mud flaps to fit the f36 however the fronts are so totally different that only the aftermarket ones like Rally Armor, would be a possible.

I didn't want to ruin the lines but living in Scotland the roads are filthy and stone laden you vcery quickly chip up the paint so feel these are very much an essential now.

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JJS Lieutenant 123 Rep 441 Posts Drives: BMW F31 335i 6MT M-Sport Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wellington, NZ iTrader: (0)	I'd be interested in an under-body photograph of the front flap to see how it is anchored in an M-Sport F30/31. __________________ EBII 335i Touring M-Sport (Munich built July 2013) \| 6 Speed Manual \| 2VF Adaptive M Suspension \| 2VL Variable Sports Steering \| 403M wheels \| M-Sport brakes \| 688 Harman Kardon \| 494 Heated Seats \| 610 HUD \| 322 Comfort Access \| 5AC High-Beam Assist \| 609 Navigation Professional \|
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Jimminez Captain 180 Rep 713 Posts Drives: 2014 F31 M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Ottawa, Canada iTrader: (1)	I'm looking at going with Rally Armor. Yes they are predominantly for the Subaru crowd but I'm not a fan of the BMW ones that wrap around the body. My fear is that with swapping out seasonally (as I'll only use them during winter) that the paint may get marred. www.rallyarmor.com __________________ Martin Past - F31 M Sport Estoril Blue - Thread - Pic Current - 2021 Audi RS6 Avant
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