I believe there is a bumper paint that gives the same texture as the original. Doru (member here) mentioned to me he bought this special paint from somewhere. I will let him know if he can post more info. I will need to get this as well.

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4.8is 2004 imola red
4.8is 2005 Black on Black - DINAN/2 sold
4.4 2004 X5
2003 330xi
2008 328xi - sold
4.4 2000 X5 - sold