6000k Phillips bulbs aren't brighter that stock, infact they are probably not as bright compared to a fresh set of 4300k bulbs.

The 6000k Philips bulbs look bluer and hence more 'scene' if u like. Not sure I'd pay £200 for a pair though!

 

Ah, right to be skeptical then...

Think I've given up completely with aftermarket bulbs then, the last set of 'Cool Blue HID Matching' fillament sidelights I got where more yellow that stock too, they'll write anything to sell bulbs

Thanks for the heads up Matey!

In a bt,
Leon.

 

People wil shoot me down for saying this but I just grabbed myself some from HIDs direct they fir and work fine in 6000k. about 20 quid pair seem to be ok for about a year so far. However may try the Phillips ones next time...
Im sure R32Dave found them about 70 quid each??

 

Someone on here ages ago recommended a seller on ebay who was selling main headlight xenon bulbs. Try searching on here.

I bought 2 x 6000k for about £20-£30 (for the pair) and they have been faultless.

I will not scrimp and save when it comes to this car, but there is not a chance I am paying £100 for one bulb...

I guess £50 for the pair would be my top line.

Let us know what you find out...

 

I went to HIDs direct an got me some 8k bulbs an they do me just fine nice blue aswel

 

Are the bulbs quite simple to change? I've done the LED sidelights already.

 

Are the bulbs quite simple to change? I've done the LED sidelights already.

Yer they are pretty simple, they only go in one way. they just lock into place.
No fiddly cages to deal with i did mine under half hour for both...

 

Ive got some HID's on my Leon Mk1 and they are superb.. were only £40 off ebay..

Would highly recommend them, but not for an R32 with Xenons./..

 

i bought the cheap 30 quid 6k d2s bulbs, genuine xenon headlamp, ive found they lose that sparkle after 6-8 months of use