F30 BMW HEADLIGHT UPGRADE OPTIONS (XENON, HALOGEN & LCI LED'S)

[@shubhammakharia2348]

Bro, I have been having such a hard time catching up with your videos. But, hey hey all on a good note. You are so aggressive and expressive with your content, doing what you want to do, and just doing it, whew video every day! You have like 147 videos in about 7 months, consistent views, and thus a community. Appreciate it very much, you keep no secrets. Now, We need to see this DIY happening. Woot woot!

[@enigmo08]

From personal experience doing custom headlight installs on BMWs, I’d say that if you have a F30 with stock xenons you should wait till the rings burn out and then could upgrade to RGB boards for F30 sedans or go the Bavgruppe route and DIY the install of whichever ring style you like. The upgraded brown and rings would be under $600 in parts and if you’re willing to do the labor yourself, follow a tutorial and you could get it done in a day or two. The price will run you about the same in parts for F3x (f32, f31 etc.) and is far cheaper than doing the OEM upgrade. The benefit of doing a full OEM upgrade is you could probably flip your old housings to someone wanting to upgrade from stock halogens and it would be cheaper for them since you’d be selling them a used pair. Hope this helps!

[@ChristianFadel]

Just want to clarify. The DEPO retrofit doesn’t come with Xenon. The circles are LEDs (DRL) but the low beam and high beam keep the factory halogen bulbs. However, you can change them to HID ones if you wish. Otherwise, I’m personally waiting on the LED retrofit yet to be announced (one day) by depo... hopefully we will see it soon

[@ThicWhips]

You are correct, depo will not be xenon just upgraded bulb

[@MattWestonB]

11:22 Depo just released their LCI version! I just ordered mine. Upvote so ppl can see this 😁 happy modding!

[@SkaterChriz818]

I recommend you should get the adaptive LED Headlights from BMW. I know it might be too much, but honestly in my opinion I think those are the best. Not only that there original or good honestly nobody has a difference or installation video for that certain headlight change. My perspective would be that it would help bring more publicity and growth into your channel if you were to make a video like that. I’m a supporter for whatever you do it’s your channel, your decision, and mainly its what you want to do to have fun for all f30 owners like us cause we enjoy your videos, but everyone has their different taste when it comes to certain details about our f30. So I think that would be a great idea for you.

[@DameAndThatGame]

Absolute mad lad for this one, needed all this info

[@adonismorales9363]

Hey John! I recently get my hands on a 2013 BMW f30 328i xdrive. I love the car, but one thing I really don't like are the stock halogen headlights. I can barely see at night. I really want to upgrade and use Kies Motorsports Depo headlights, but am not sure I want to resuse the halogen lights. I'm afraid that if I do reuse the halogen bulbs i wouldn't see much of a visability improvement. Do you recommend getting the Kies Depo lights and just upgrading to H7 LED bulbs? This is all new to me so any information would help greatly. Thank you for reading this.

[@Mebirduwine]

dude when i bought my car and added all this crap, but thought all bmw's came with eagle eyes and i didnt notice mine didnt have them until like a month later when a friend asked why i didnt add the lighting package, hell i would have gotten that and skipped the Heads up window display, I was pissed, it looks so bad that i turned off the day time running lights and the visibility is terrible at night especially when it rains sheesh... to anyone looking at a bmw make sure it has the lighting package! Great video and info

[@ThicWhips]

Yeah the lighting package is a must

[@msix1836]

Mine is a '15 F30 n it came with xenon angel eye headlights but strangely using yellow halogen fog lights. This setup didn't provide me with sufficient lighting when driving home at night or going to places where there are no street lights. So I ordered a set of OEM 'Power xenon bulbs' as found in d local official BMW website, it claims to produce up to 50% more light. Costed me USD500 n have it installed at d dealer when arrived. It S U C K S..... in all fairness, I would say it gives me 15% brighter lighting AT THE VERY MOST. I was frustrated until I came across a local car shop which specializes in auto lighting, have them replace d original yellow halogen fog light with a set of LED white lights (they also installed this tiny kit which prevents warning code to display). The whole thing costed me USD250 and what a big difference in terms of providing sufficient lighting even on a pitch black road, of course I've to engage both headlights n fog lights. It's just awesome n I wish I could take pictures n send to u. If u use Wechat n I'll b happy to share pictures. I'm now a happy night time driver 🤓😉😎 Good luck pal ✌🏻😊

[@Mebirduwine]

@@msix1836 it sucks because night driving is horrible, and back in the day on my Acura I use to use aftermarket hype white or blue bulbs and it would melt my connectors over time so I've been leery on buying aftermarket bulbs for a bmw

[@msix1836]

MeChan Mao-Ward Had similar types of awful experiences decades ago on my Celica GT, I conclude it in 2 reasons. One is at d time all d so called headlight conversion kit weren't good enough n could not sorted out problems of affecting other components, secondly is many garages weren't professional enough to deal with headlights conversion. I'm lucky because d auto shop that worked on d LED fog light of my car are real pros, even though they are just a local small shop but they only concentrate on headlights, nothing else! I've had d replacement done for nearly 10 months n never encounter any problems.

[@hifjurrahman5242]

Great informative video. Those LCI headlights are sooooo good. This video answers a lot of confusions and questions was going on into my mind.

[@Shmignas]

I'm on the same boat, every time i see an LCI drive by, i google the hell out of what options i have to get em cheaper than oem. another thing is that youll be able to sell your original xenons when you get the lci so the difference shouldnt be so big

[@abc.garage]

That apartment looks pretty sick! Headlight swaps are a must from stock!

[@weird_doings7]

Awesome video! Just picked up an F30. Love the channel. I be upgrading my lights asap!

[@naderabouhassan3875]

Hey man, all I can say is the LCI headlights are an absolute must, I know they are expensive but they are totally worth it!

[@ThicWhips]

I agree

[@naderabouhassan3875]

I have a 2016 bmw 328i m sport and if anyone is looking to buy an f30 the model year 2016 should be your starting point , come with the tail lights, headlights and m sport package. Got mine for $25,000 and 31,000 KM !

[@Yush44]

Thanks for answering my question with a video 😁 I am anxiously waiting to see what option you choose... I have a spare set of headlights sitting in my garage I may go the custom route.. Great video!!!

[@_Forever555]

What I love about the LCI is the light output...way more than xenons!

[@ThicWhips]

I agree

[@xHaRdStYleKiDx]

Once upgraded to the deposit headlights, what’s a good HID bulb or Strong LED bulb?

[@feersty]

Just picked up a F23, and I love lighting. Not sure I want to totally swap all the incandescents to LED.

[@JesusPerezOKC]

Great video! Thanks for the updates, current running the Depo’s but wouldn’t mind updating those for LCI.

[@Aman1818]

Oh man this is a perfect video again. Now a dummy like me can understand the difference lol 😂

[@MrZyLInD3r]

in germany you can get the lci LED headlight for 1560€ for one side from BMW

[@collinrausch1362]

Did you install these yourself? I bought new headlight to upgrade my ugly halogens and everything was going smooth until trying to get off the bottom two bolts. I’ve been working on it for about 5 hours now and can’t figure it out. Any chance you know anyone in the Charlotte area that could help? I feel lost and don’t wanna take it somewhere that’s going to charge so much just to take out the last two bolts out

[@brucevo4230]

Great Vid, I have an F30 with Halogen Bulbs, but do not have the money for a DEPO. Can I change to white bulbs instead? If so, where can I find the bulbs?

[@lukea9974]

Hey, I have Philip's diamond vision in mine and they are the best I've tried and I've tried 3 different h7 bulbs now. I got them of amazon

[@brucevo4230]

lukea9974 alright, i will check it out. Thanks alot

[@Jonfocus03]

VERY good video. Lays out all the options.

[@NickDaschevici]

Are the depo headlights upgrade for halogen adaptive or I would blind everyone with them?

[@quietatse]

I'm interested in finding out, I have halogens and currently exploring my options, any ideas?

[@ggeminii7788]

I have my 2015 bmw 328i for 5 years now. I have the ugly halogen headlights... i need an upgrade!! im still between xenon n lci

[@mrbrainchild7637]

What did you end up going with? Did the dealership install for you?

[@Isaac-zv7ze]

What kind of bulbs are you using for your car ? Do you need adapters ? With the depo headlights

[@pasmado00]

Thic F30, is there any other headlights you recommend? The ones from keysports have been sold out

[@MrBenny10101]

They're back in stock looks like

[@Newtorin]

Awsome video? Do you use any special lighting when filming videos?

[@Romikiller007]

i've got the oem bi+xenon directional headlights and i really don't see the purpose on upgrading to the led's, that's just my opinion. If you want to do it, i will surely look how good it comes out on your car tho ;)

[@davecomish6534]

I have the halogen headlights on mine. If I was to upgrade would I have to get them mapped to my car? I was told I'd have to

[@erkutkaynar3321]

Hi just wondering would I be able convert my full halogen headlights to LCI?

[@kef158]

Looks like the Depot headlights do not include bulbs and still use the halogen H7 bulbs. So it is a halogen projector headlight assembly?... Instead of HID Xenon projector from what I understand.

[@willphillips9506]

Got to be OEM dude! go for the LCI LED if you can find all the parts, work out the coding and if it’s not going to be silly money get the Adaptive LEDs I have them on my F31 and they are just pure awesome.

[@Kaptain.Obvious]

I have crappy halogens on my 2015 F30. Do you think DEPO will restock their setup? Sold out everywhere. I can’t afford real BMW OEM’S. BTW: Stay way from so called OEM on eBay. My buddy got burned. Great vi, learned a lot. Thanks.

[@jaredherrera7281]

Nice video. What about the M style headlights for an F30? This are called LCI II i believe...

[@nelq8186]

Yeah most aftermarket lights are more for halogen ones. Guess it’s easier to make cuz it’s just plug and play. Even the E90 models with xénon don’t have much aftermarket headlights as well, especially the LCI ones since the design is bad and we can’t upgrade it. Unless custom. It’s probably gonna be the same, most for halogens for aftermarket for the F30.

[@anthonydabawmcoc9235]

I have a 2017 f30 does this still apply? All i can find is 12-15 and every other model besides my 330i. Helpppp

[@demigxd5854]

17 330i Did u figure it out looks like the 2017 is getting neglected

[@chrislavish6031]

hey man i have a 2016 328i with halogens will those depo 2012-15 fit my car?i can’t find anything that fits 2016 and up expect the cheap amazon headlights i also do not have the M sport bumper. hope you see this thanks for the vids 🙏🏼

[@gustavomaratao]

long shot that ill get an answer but keis website says their depo option does not fit 2017 330i. would i have an upgrade option? i dont care if its not the lci led's but please just something thats better than the halogens i have now.

[@johnnymac7634]

Can you change the halo ring in the depo headlights. Just got a 2014 328i xdrive. I haveHalogen

[@AeroxNorway]

Where are you on the LCI Headlights?

[@carlhudz]

Could fitting an aftermarket HID conversion kit cause the FEM module to blow on a F30?

[@giuseppemicciari5747]

I currently have the halos for my 2026 f30 but can I just replace the bulbs with a xenon bulb?

[@noxisavage5516]

Damn thanks for this video man.. unfortunately, I have halogens on my f30 but really want to upgrade to the Depo. Graduate in December so by then I’ll finally be able to buy shit for my car #collegestruggle

[@jayj1268]

Sameeee. I have 2 years to go 💆🏽‍♂️ lol

[@SavageTurk14]

I have the depos on my car and only thing I regret from it is the bulb they had available when I had bought them, doesn’t have the xenon lightbulb look but other than that it’s changed my car soo much and the halos are sooo worthy

[@lindachor50]

Savage Turk Are you referring to the super white halogen bulbs?

[@SavageTurk14]

Linda Chor yes they were not available when I purchased my pair

[@onewetgiraffe1412]

Nice video. Can’t beat depo’s though

[@solux1732]

I have a 2012 Bmw 328i xdrive with xenon lights, to be specific they are the Marelli Headlights, however I wanted to upgrade to F30 style Headlights, would that be possibly ? And if so how would I go about doing that.

[@mohammedlantos6139]

If I upgrade to led lci from a halogen set up for me to run the lci I need to have the harness ? Can some one help

[@vilikarac6776]

Hey John, Are you aware of any companies making just the lens for the F30, mine are somewhat stone chipped and foggy a bit..?

[@Barbocz100]

Big thanks!

[@dee_boogieee]

what if you have a 2016 f30 with halogen lights because the depos say 2016 or newer don’t work

[@jesusguerrero6385]

Love the vid!! Can u make one on the different types of light bulbs there are for the Xenon lights and the pros and cons? Thnx!!

[@jlindo1332]

Thank John bro 🤙🏽

[@saq4851]

Great videos bro.. where did you get your bmw key fob cover ?

[@markagresta9134]

For the stock halogen lights, if i upgrade to LED bulbs can i clear the codes through bimmercode? or do i need to buy the error decoder?

[@christopherjefferson3561]

You must use bim mer code to turnoff the factory and cold read settings -

[@ibefast]

Do they come in sets? Or do you have to select quantity 2

[@ShumileSwift]

The best option is the OEM LCI LED by far, I was gonna do it but then part out boiz, lol, and also money bro

[@rafaeldiaz2147]

Why is the option for it to come with the lights not available?

[@zied8910]

Please, Can i upgrade from hallogen to LCI on f30 330e?

[@omergokce5971]

I have the same model with horrible halogen headlights . I will do a upgrade . i also want to upgrade halogen but i don't know if that fit for lci f30. I saw many comments that it works from stock halogen to DEPO headlights. If anyone knows for sure tell me

[@who_else_but_dee2821]

Another thing people have to look out for is what year the aftermarket head light fit on alot of of those head light say 2012-15 It sucks because I have a 2017 f30 with halogens and I have been told my only option is to pet LED bulbs because those aftermarket ones either don't fit or have different connectors

[@lukea9974]

I have the same issue bro.. it sucks :( I have the f30 lci with hallogens with the dual led drl's

[@who_else_but_dee2821]

@@lukea9974 yeah I does man I can't stand these headlight

[@VarinderKumar-o1l]

I want to put Oem xenon headlight on my 320i 2013 model currently have halogen. Anyone here know about wiring please help me out .

[@TheJraze18]

I just hit the like be4 watching the video.

[@tarinfarokh6351]

Hey John any updates I want to upgrade my xenon’s

[@Kahlid86]

Finally first! Greats vids by the way learning tons on how I want to mod my beemer.

[@mindaugasgedvygas295]

Hey, does light package S563 give you xenons on f30?

[@anthonyrico1092]

So I did the Depo headlight upgrade but the projectors are till halogen. Has anyone been able to find LEDs for the Depo headlights?

[@DerHalbeEuro]

Is it possible to upgrade from xenon to led-lci?

[@ryantoohardi]

Hey did you already buy those headlights? I got some LCI for $800 a pair! I make them myself let me know what you think.

[@ThicWhips]

Shoot me an email: [e-mail] I’m interested

[@tilerf308]

Does anyone know if the DEPO headlights fit a 2016 F30?

[@gsxrpharaoh2127]

Tiler F30 same here can’t find anything for the 2016. The only set on the market r the black ugly ebay lights

[@calebcardain]

Tiler F30 Do they fit? I’m in the same boat

[@camai75]

Anyone know if the Depo headlights will fit a 2014 228i with M sport package, halogen lights?

[@drean3807]

bmw f34 halogen headlight, can i buy Lci headlight and replace them ? same way as F30 ?

[@steevynovirus_f3099]

When are you with the lci headlight??

[@mo2artk211]

I got the one on ebay and now I am so regretting that I did not get the depo! The led lights does not feel connecting to each others

[@abzthegooner4083]

Good video bud. When you say Zeon do you mean Xenon? 😂

[@ThicWhips]

Yes

[@darrenfoo8269]

I don't get why Aussie Bimmers have reflector headlights and halogens, even the poverty spec 316i in Malaysia gets bi-xenon. (Edit: Bi-xenon as standard) Same story for the W204 C200. Had a headache when shopping for cars here in Qld upon knowing that importers in Australia down spec their cars.

[@ajiyra1188]

Could you go to a junkyard and pull a pair of headlights off a wrecked lci

[@ThicWhips]

Probably, if yo could find one

[@jaybigx2156]

How can I fix or reset the "Low Beam Malfunction" ? It pops up every time I turn the car on and while driving. I got a 2015 F30

[@Scoobyxxxsnax]

bimmercode

[@brianperez7240]

2021 and still waiting on the lci led depo lights

[@DerHalbeEuro]

Is it possible to upgrade from xenon to led-lci?

[@armandogomez2109]

What is you have the adaptive ones will you lose that if you get the lci depo LEDs ?

[@ThicWhips]

No idea, depo hasn’t released any info on depo lci lights.

[@Devil-024]

Do LCI fit on the pre ?

[@vamshidharreddy7218]

Can we expect a DIY tutorial from you on how to change the headlights?

[@ThicWhips]

If I buy new headlights yes

[@irfo1987]

What bulb are depo rings ?

[@rcybergaming]

I agree never buy a halogen f30. Choi has the 180 lights. Idk if I just heard you wrong, but often you say zeon instead of xenon. Otherwise great Vid.

[@josephlewis6526]

RcyberGaming I was the one who stupidly bought the halogen. It was just a good price and had the red interior I wanted. I have to buy USR headlights soon to get angel eyes

[@rcybergaming]

@@josephlewis6526 great to hear you are getting the upgraded lights.

[@itzahstickup]

Will the depos fit in my 16 f30?

[@marlonfarquharson1903]

a got some LCI any help on coding them

[@Jared33385]

Kies Motorsports (DISCONTINUED) DEPO 2012-2018 BMW F30 / F31 3 Series 4D Sedan / 5D Wagon LCI Style Angel Eye Halo Rings Full LED Headlight If anyone knows where I can get these please let me know. I wanted to buy them and now I can’t

[@paulholla]

Are the depo lights just install, plug and play???

[@mrbrainchild7637]

It seems like they are? Apparently because they use the halogen 87 for the regular headlight bulb.

[@mysnellog]

Im buying a used 2013 f30 320i online. From the features i see it says HID Headlights. Are HID headlights same as the Xenon headlights in this video? Im new to this. Pardon.

[@ThicWhips]

Yup, just make sure the car has the lighting package and you are good. Sometimes online advertisements are not accurate

[@mysnellog]

Thic F30 thanks

[@pouyaparsaie]

I need RHD led one does anyone knows where can I get one?

[@ghostl337]

Why can't Halogen get LCI though?

[@demigxd5854]

No love for the 2017 330i 😑🤔

[@Nirotceh1]

I know this is a F30 channel but can you please do a E46 video?😁👍🏻

[@MrRussB]

If anyone has a connect to some Depos, let me know. I’m in the market for a pair. Can’t seem to fit a pair anywhere

[@rowan9413]

Mr. Russ B have you found a pair yet?

[@MrRussB]

Arlette Pena not yet. You have a pair?

[@jachoi105]

Be sure to get the adaptive LED headlights.

[@samwayne9000]

Jimmy you need sensors on your windscreen for the adaptive lights to work

[@jachoi105]

Sam Wayne Only if you wanted auto high-beam, etc. It is possible to have adaptive without KAFAS camera for just vertical movement of the lights with steering

[@samwayne9000]

Jimmy and it's possible to configure it using bimmer code?

[@jachoi105]

Sam Wayne Negative. Different hardware.

[@lucavanthiel8341]

Are u changing your navi screen?

[@ThicWhips]

I am

[@lucavanthiel8341]

Thic F30 when is the vid coming?

[@drean3807]

what about BMW F34 Lci headlight T_T

[@Prod117]

Dont cheap out on headlights.

[@zeyadhussein7244]

Can i go from xenon to depo?

[@dm4728]

Why, xenon's look great!

[@Kaptain.Obvious]

Update. 5 Months and still cannot find DEPO in stock anywhere reputable.

[@ThicWhips]

www.uniquestyleracings.com/store/2012-2015-bmw-f30-f31-3-series-4-door-sedan-5-door-wagon-depo-black-led-angel-eyes-halo-rings-projector-headlight-hlb3f3013dpproled-2030505305

[@Kaptain.Obvious]

John Thanks for the quick reply.Greatly appreciated. I actually ordered a set from USR, front& rear bu they only accept PayPal. PatPal cancelled the order and refunded my money; as an UNSAFE transaction. This was just yesterday. USR SA\\says I can do a wire transfer but now I’m a bit paranoid. Although I can’t find a bad review. Have you dealt with USR? BTW: Thanks for your vids. 99% of MY ideas are really yours.

[@ThicWhips]

Usr makes the depo headlights. I deal with them all the time

[@Kaptain.Obvious]

Thanks again.! I’ll try again today.

[@mrbrainchild7637]

11:38 vagg? Do you mean vague?🤔lol

[@ThicWhips]

Vagina

[@mrbrainchild7637]

@@ThicWhips lmao 🤣😂

[@JaredHerrera]

The promo code THIC5 is not working

[@ThicWhips]

Correct, it is expired now.