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Old Jan 31, 2020 | 11:51 AM
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My first stab at modding

I really should call it accessorizing.... My 2015 F55 is all black with black interior. I do like the classic black looks, but felt it needed a little something. So, I just ordered Black Jack mirror covers, cup holder coasters, valve stem caps and the rear view mirror cover. Who knew they even have Black Jack covers for where the windshield wipers attach to the hood. I think this small upgrade will make me smile. Is there anything I missed , as far as Black Jack accessories? I will post pics when I receive and install my new gear.

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Old Feb 2, 2020 | 03:43 PM
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I just looked up the stuff you described. Cool! I think you're right. A personal touch to give you a smile.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2020 | 09:11 AM
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Side Scuttles/Markers?
 
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Old Feb 3, 2020 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Juice84
Side Scuttles/Markers?
Yes, I think I will order them, too. 😊
 
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Old Feb 3, 2020 | 11:16 PM
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I did order the Black Jack side scuttle inserts. I think they will look great with the matching mirror caps.
Now, I am trying to decide if I want Bonnet stripes. If I do order them, I want something a little more subtle than the white, on my all black MC. Gray might look good.

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Old Feb 4, 2020 | 05:16 AM
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Where did you order that from?
 
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Old Feb 4, 2020 | 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by BrianDavid0523
Where did you order that from?
The valve stem caps are coming from eBay. Mirror caps are from madhornets.com. The coasters for the cup holders, which have arrived, are from Amazon, and are quite nice. The side scuttle inserts are also from Amazon. To finish it off, I may also order the Black Jack wheel inserts, from eBay. All of these small touches should make my all black MC look that much cooler. I will post pics, after I install it all.

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Old Feb 4, 2020 | 10:44 AM
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Customization is the way to go! While a clean look can be great, I like when MINIs are customized.
I'm a big fan of stripes on MINIs so I'd advocate them. For how you are describing your car, I'd say gray stripes or black stripes with gray or white outlines would match the Black Jack theme.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2020 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Scypio
Customization is the way to go! While a clean look can be great, I like when MINIs are customized.
I'm a big fan of stripes on MINIs so I'd advocate them. For how you are describing your car, I'd say gray stripes or black stripes with gray or white outlines would match the Black Jack theme.
Yes, I think I am leaning toward black hood stripes with gray outline. I saw a pic of a black car with those stripes, and it looked great. I did order the Black Jack wheel center caps, as well. Windshield wiper nozzle caps are next....😊

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