1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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Ripton
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1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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Car recently came back from paint, very happy with how it turned out. Paint and body were very good before, but clear coat failed.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/jy6qeASQvpY1nMAo7

I went with Coco Mats, which I really debated more than I should have, overall, I really like the look. I still have the OEM, in nice shape, but starting to get a little old.
austin8753
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Re: 1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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sharp looking car. thanks for sharing.
muleskinner
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Re: 1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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Looks super clean inside and out. I've always liked the Style 32 wheels on the e28 (and, on my 73 Bav before that).
Etip
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Re: 1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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Holy smokes your car looks great!!
I'm thinking of getting coco mats too. They look great.
leadphut
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Re: 1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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:rockon: :rockon:

Looks really sharp. Very nice
Foonfer
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Re: 1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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Looks super clean, congratulations.

Since we aren't too far from each other, could you share who/which shop did the work for you (if you are happy with it, which you seem to be)? I keep thinking we should keep a running list of mechanic/body/fabrication shops with which folks have had good experience... it's always good to have names handy.

Enjoy!
Ripton
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Re: 1988 535is Diamantschwarz Metallic

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I was very happy with the work. Kraken Automotive, in Ronkonkoma. They are a friend of the family, they do not commonly take on classic cars, but they are all enthusiasts. This is not a 15k paint job, but they took their time, and did a great job.
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