Sunburst Gold F80 M3 ED Journal (+ Newly Remodeled Welt VIP Lounge Review)

[calicolorado]

That is one great looking car. Sunburst yellow should have been offered as a standard color instead of Austin yellow. There is a nice 2002 color called Ceylon that is somewhat similar.

[Powerbeast]

Let's see this thing nodded

[Analog Imports]

Normally I wait until I see the finished product, but I'm officially giving you the "10/10, would bang" stamp of approval. Can't wait to see this thing modded.

[Wills2]

I think the colour is superb, can't wait to see the finished article, congrats.

[1Northcar]

Thanks for the photos showing the updates to the Premium Lounge. Looking forward to seeing photos of your car once it gets out in the sun. The way you describe it sounds like the color will really pop once outside and away from the artificial lights.

[1Northcar]

Originally Posted by Curt2000

All Photo credit goes to my friend and talented photographer Jimmy Crook of Crooks Life Shots who accompanied me on this journey!
Background
With fond memories of the Santorini Blue European delivery in the spring of 2013 I found myself traveling to Munich for the second time. Just as before I had spent months milling over individual paint options with BMW David and Steve Thomas BMW. Scouring internet forums and old stock photos of every automotive paint color imaginable I would submit ideas to David weekly. David would then send my requests to BMW individual to see if the colors were available. Some were rejected, some were approved with significant extra cost, and others were approved at the standard $5,000 premium. My final options were Purple Silk Metallic, Telesto Grigio, and Sunburst Gold Metallic. Purple Silk Metallic was BMW’s consolation to the fact that they refused to paint the car Techno Violet and was a color which had already been ordered on other cars. Telesto Grigio, a Lamborghini color, had been ordered several times as well. Which left me with the risky option of Sunburst Gold Metallic which had found its way onto one 2013 E92 individual order which was posted online but seemed to slip into obscurity.

Here is the located and found link to the 2013 E92 individual order complete with photos that arguably show even better the Sunburst Gold Metallic - a post that you referenced as having "seemed to slip into obscurity."

FWIW there appears to be more sunlight coming through the windows in the photos of the E92 giving the Sunburst Gold Metallic more of a brighter gold hue than the somewhat more brownish dulled orange tint seen in the photos inside the Welt.

(By the way, having taken a look at Purple Silk Metallic and Telesto Grigio, your other finalists, I think you did well going with the Sunburst Gold Metallic. IMHO the Purple Silk Metallic could just as well have well been termed "Pimp Purple" and the standard color Mineral Grey Metallic is a much better looking color than the somewhat flat looking grey Telesto Grigio.) Now the individual color that I think we would all like to see would be Ferrari Red.

Anyway, here is the link to the 2013 E92 in Sunburst Gold Metallic:

http://www.bmwblog.com/2013/09/17/e9...gold-metallic/

[Curt2000]

Originally Posted by hoyasaxa

Camera and lens(es)?

Canon 7d 24-70mm IIL and 17-55mm and sony action cam.

Originally Posted by BMWDavid

Curt I knew it would look great, but these pics are insane! I can't wait to see it in person. The wait for your delivery was a little longer than most because of the renovations to the Welt and discussing the Individual colors, but as we can all see now, definitely worth it.

It's fantastic working with you. Part of your excitement with each order (and mine) is the anticipation in sharing with the BMW community your enthusiasm for the brand. This time it's showcased in a stunning Sunburst Gold M3. Bravo!

I am thrilled for you and wish you many miles of M Power!

Thanks dave you're the best!

Originally Posted by Vallyshy

I feel like this was posted to make most of us realize how pale our lives are in comparison..

You too can enjoy such an experience! Give BMWDavid a shout, its more affordable than you may think.

Originally Posted by Mineral5

Looking Congrats!!!

Originally Posted by dd1981

I actually really like the color. I bet in person it looks stunning. Congratulations on your 2nd ED trip. Many pleasant miles.

Thanks! It is very cool in person but Jimmy did a pretty good job of capturing it!

Originally Posted by SMV_M4

That color is simply stunning. Gorgeous. No other way to put it.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by termigni

Individual color, Manual transmission, and Cloth seats. checked all the right boxes.

Would have it no other way!

Originally Posted by Ragged Edge

Gorgeous car!

Originally Posted by Jeffe

Congrats, she looks amazing!! Love the color and I know it'd be even better in person. Nice choice of options as well!

Come see it at Bimmerfest!

[1Northcar]

Originally Posted by Curt2000

Canon 7d 24-70mm IIL and 17-55mm and sony action cam.




Come see it at Bimmerfest!

Great!

[1Northcar]

Originally Posted by 1Northcar

Here is the located and found link to the 2013 E92 individual order complete with photos that arguably show even better the Sunburst Gold Metallic - a post that you referenced as having "seemed to slip into obscurity."

FWIW there appears to be more sunlight coming through the windows in the photos of the E92 giving the Sunburst Gold Metallic more of a brighter gold hue than the somewhat more brownish dulled orange tint seen in the photos inside the Welt.

(By the way, having taken a look at Purple Silk Metallic and Telesto Grigio, your other finalists, I think you did well going with the Sunburst Gold Metallic. IMHO the Purple Silk Metallic could just as well have well been termed "Pimp Purple" and the standard color Mineral Grey Metallic is a much better looking color than the somewhat flat looking grey Telesto Grigio.) Now the individual color that I think we would all like to see would be Ferrari Red.

Anyway, here is the link to the 2013 E92 in Sunburst Gold Metallic:

http://www.bmwblog.com/2013/09/17/e9...gold-metallic/

Just found an M in Ferrari Red!

[2swift]

Color looks amazing/stunning! Congrats on the pick-up!

Your car was at the exact turn table where I first picked my car up. Definitely a sight to remember/great experience walking down those steps right toward your new baby!

[jjcools]

I would love to see this thing when done. Nice work!

[cotmfk]

Love the cloth!!

[Curt2000]

Originally Posted by Jay-K

crazy color,will look good modded!

Cant wait to get started on her!

Originally Posted by mar778c

That is pure money. Absolutely, beautiful.

Great job OP

Originally Posted by shivaswrath

Next level $hit OP!

Originally Posted by DarrenL_007

What a great looking car with an amazing engine!
Enjoy!

Its going to be even better with the ESS Tuning Tune!

Originally Posted by psuibmw

That's one gorgeous ride

[Curt2000]

Originally Posted by rr006rbc

Manual with cloth seats. SICK!!!

Originally Posted by BklynNYBMW

Congrats on the color choice. Will certainly stand out (in a good way). A special car like that needs a special color. Enjoy it in good health

Thank you very much, I will!

Originally Posted by kengunnlee

Absolutely brilliant color, and tasteful choice of options. The speedcloth option is my favorite as well. Something about it reminds me of the old Alpina cloth Recaros in the E21. It has a very classic, utilitarian look.

I would have chosen no-nav if it was an option! No need for that on the track.

Originally Posted by _Mbition

FINALLY.... It looks absolutely stunning in Sunburst. And your ED was epic. Can't wait to see the one year old mods on the car!! Lol

Thanks, it has been a painfully long wait!

Originally Posted by inFamousKicks

This now might be my second favorite color behind the Ferrari Red. Excellent choice.

Ferrari Red is outstanding, I agree!

Originally Posted by RingMeister01

So sick. Always enjoy your builds.

Originally Posted by professor_yo

Holy Moses!!! That color is phenomenal!!!

[TTG]

Now THAT is an individual color. Not another shade of boring gray or blue for $5K

Congratulations!

[M Vier]

Congrats!

[Curt2000]

Originally Posted by ZIV3R

One word. Wünderbar! The color is perfect. The cloth interior is amazing. I hope you enjoy the car for many years to come.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Rouchdy335i

Very nice color. Did you also order special wheels and tires? it doesn't look stock.

Nope those are the stock 18" with Michelin Pilot Supersports!

Originally Posted by WCH

Awesome color. I'm sure it will look great with satin black and carbon parts but even looks good to me with the chrome.

Agreed!

Originally Posted by SamS

Great pics, and I dig your car color!

Funny.. when I did my second ED this past October, I thought to myself, "the premium lounge is starting to look a bit worn", as it was identical to my trip 4 years prior. Good to know BMW is putting that 2% reduction in ED discount to some good use

It smelled of rich mahogany

Originally Posted by DrivenByE30

Congrats on your second ED!
Awesome choice of MT.

Although i like the color, but especially with the shot looking down from the balcony, it is kinda weird as the color is fooling my eyes in seeing a Nissan, because this is a Z car color...

Its not the Nissan sunset orange, the paint code is actually unique to BMW...and its a real pain to match for reflectors!

Originally Posted by hyperboost

holy gold! nice car

Originally Posted by GMe90

That looks sooooo much better than AY! Awesome color!

AY looks like a sunburst car that was left outdoors for 15 years.

Originally Posted by roastbeef

the remodel looks great. that gold is a great color for the f80, it wears it well. love the pics next to the racecar.

Originally Posted by DarkstarZero

Your license plate is going to have to say GOLD FNGR

Haha, nice, I'll consider it.

Originally Posted by vladberca

Amazing Individual colour!
Big congrats for your lovely choice!

Originally Posted by .BMW.

Looks great!

Beautiful photos, thanks for sharing.

You're welcome!

Originally Posted by scheneider

congrats!! looks awesome

[Curt2000]

Originally Posted by 1230vani

B e a u t i f u l as well as stunning color. Photos are also awesome! As i am living in Europe now i do not have the incentive to do delivery at the welt. I would actually have to pay about 1k to BMW to have the experience, so i never did it, your photos should suffice until i do it myself. Congrats!

i didn't know they charged european customers for the experience, thats crazy!

Originally Posted by Falafel Combo

I like it a lot! But then again, the 6MT + cloth already told me everything I needed to know.

Originally Posted by Thrillbilly

Gorgeous car and very well spec'd, down to the 18s, which are so underrated.

They do look nice, they will make good track wheels

Originally Posted by SouthernBoy

So it was $5,000 for this color you picked? My dealer told me it doesn't matter what color I picked and it would always be $5,000.

Sometimes they charge more, especially if they have to 'research' the paint code i.e. its never been done before.

Originally Posted by paliknight

That looks like a great experience! Gorgeous car too!

How do they put the front plate on? Hopefully not screwed on!

nope its just double sided tape

Originally Posted by paliknight

If it has been done previously on your model its 5k, if it hasnt then its something around 7k.

Yep, when you do the factory tour you realize how big of a pain it is to stop the line and spray the car with a non standard batch color...$5000 really is a deal because their production figures probably drop drastically the day that the individual cars go through.

Originally Posted by Wing Co

Fab - reminded me of one of the colours of the 1970's Mk 1 Capri - obviously better, but at the time very bold and also a mighty fine desirable car.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by hlmiii

Wonderful picture.
Intentional or not - it's quite an eye-catching and artistic shot.

Thanks, that was an impromptu iPhone pic while we were in the limo.

[SouthernBoy]

I see the Sunburst Gold color option is on the new BMW Individual Color Ordering Guide. I wonder how many will get it? I like it!

[Curt2000]

Originally Posted by hlmiii

Wonderful picture.
Intentional or not - it's quite an eye-catching and artistic shot.

:thump: it was actually on the move too.

Originally Posted by raysspl

What a great color choice. I'm jelly!

Thanks!

Originally Posted by XsltAnalyst

Congrats!

Honestly, I was expecting some cheesy colour (like those gold chrome wraps) when I read the title but once I saw the pics, I was like WOW! This look pulls off being flashy yet classy at the same time, bravo!

I'm glad you like it!

Originally Posted by ano0oj

gorgeous combination

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Must be an amazing experience

The only way to take delivery of a BMW, I can't wait to make this an excuse to pick up a 328xi wagon and take a 2 week family euro vacation!

Originally Posted by M3ichael

Excellent Pics!

Originally Posted by clubsport

Great Color.



Exactly what I'm thinking doing. PTS, Cloth, Manual, 18's.


Looks like I have a reason to go to SEMA again.

I think this car will make it into a booth at SEMA this year, we'll see!

Originally Posted by Luv2

That is a great colour !!
Would love to see it in person, but you know there will be very few around, if any.
Nice !! Congrats again, enjoy it.

We'll be at Bimmerfest, HRE open house, Speed district, Oktoberfest and SEMA to name a few! Hope you can come see it at one of them!

Originally Posted by RaceCarDriver

Nice color, glad to see its a stick shift

6MT FTW until they no longer offer it!

Originally Posted by Powerbeast

Congrats dude!

Thanks man, can't wait to see what you have planned for your next build!

Originally Posted by MParallel

Bold choice, but paid off!

Love the 18" wheels and black interior. Enjoy.

I hate to just take them off immediately for my HREs! Maybe I'll make them my track wheels.

[MParallel]

Noooo please no HRE wheels! Almost as bad as Rotiform.

[dailym3]

Fantastic color!