Facelift |
The E46 sedan FaceliftThe E46/4 sedan receive a facelift in September 2001. The outer appearance of both of these models differs significantly from the previous models. The redesigned “facelift” includes: The headlights and turn signals are redesigned with a new appearance. The accentuated sweeping lines compared with its predecessor and the transparent turn-signal flashers that are drawn upwards give the car a contemporary look and feel. The reshaped kidney grill, which is stretched in both directions to the front lamps and the modified contour of the hood powerdome, from the kidney grill to the A Pillar, reinforce the overall impression of the vehicle. The new styling does not alter the way in which the front headlights are installed and removed. Bi-Xenon head lamps are available as a option only. The hood’s hinges and locks have not been changed and the fresh air duct to the radiator has not been altered. The front bumper trim has significantly fewer horizontal lines and this result shows a flatter design. The front bumper protective strip has a new side connection and the bumper has been redesigned to improve the gap dimensions. Front Fenders. The front fenders are redesigned with wings that bulge further upwards over the bead in the area of the wheel arch. The additional turn signal lights are now wedge-shaped. The seals for the additional turn-signals lights have been redesigned but the mounting of the turn signals remains unchanged. Rear Bumper. Similar to the front bumper, the rear bumper trim has fewer horizontal lines resulting in a flatter design. Again the bumper is redesigned to improve the gap dimensions. The protective strip is modified to integrate the 4 PDC sensors. Rear Tail Lights. The shape of the rear lights has not changed but the light is sectioned in three parts.
The modified points in detail are: · Publicēju marchello
January 02 2012
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