Build Journal: Special Series

The closest thing to the original.

In this new Special Series, I document the greatest lip design ever by BMW M and my experiences sourcing various replica lips across Europe.

This has ultimately lead to the development and production of a new 1:1 GTS lip kit that was introduced Summer '23.

Enjoy,
Matt / @m3_epoustouflant

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Spec your GTS lip

HMS-GTS-001-BLK

GTS 1:1 Front Lip

Made in Bulgaria

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Specifications:

Made in Bulgaria

1 piece upper lip made from woven fiberglass
5 pieces kit includes:

Upper lip
Metal chassis & splitter brackets
Adjustable lower splitter made from plastic

Finishes:

Standard single stage black
Optional 2 component black satin clear coat

3x pieces mounting bracket kit

Made from high-strength aluminum

Hardware and 3M double sided tape not included.

"This is the way"

As a trailer to a new build journal entry, I install the prototype upper lip.

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Installation Notes

In this entry, we fit the prototype fiberglass upper GTS lip to the Stripper and take a step back. I document the little things that make the install easier and improve fitment.

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Unboxing Impressions

In this entry, I finally receive the prototype upper lip from Bulgaria. I document my unboxing impressions and compare to my previously repaired, discontinued lip from Germany.

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