07-12-2012, 11:57 AM | #1 |
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Manual Transmission on an F30 sedan
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I've definitely decided I must have an F30 sedan, that's done. But I really do NOT want an automatic. I'm located in North Mississippi and have searched every dealer in a 500 mile radius. 100% automatic. My first question is that while they definitely exist on the BMW website, has anyone actually seen one? And two, depending on question one, do you know WHERE there is one? I travel a ton for work, so finding a reason to get from one place to the next isn't a huge deal. Thanks! |
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07-12-2012, 12:27 PM | #4 |
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Just order one versus searching on a dealer lot. While you'll need to wait for the build and arrival, you'll get the exact configuration you want, which seems like a good trade-off to me.
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07-12-2012, 12:28 PM | #5 |
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Yes, I've seen one...I own one. :-)
Had to factory order it, there were no manual tranny cars anywhere near me. It's a shame demand is so low, it's no wonder they are gradually phasing it out. (328xi no longer available in MT at all) |
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07-12-2012, 12:59 PM | #7 |
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No, never seen one.
No, don't know where any are. I also could not find one locally. Didn't matter though, ordered a manual anyway. I know how manual BMWs drive and I am very much looking forward to the same experience on my F30. My only 'fact-checking' was reading on the forums to make sure there weren't any major changes/discrepancies.
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07-12-2012, 01:08 PM | #8 |
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Best bet is to order one. While there are a very few MT cars in the US, you would likely be stuck taking a configuration you don't prefer. I am really happy I got mine with MT and think you will really enjoy it!
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But then again, for the cost to ship/drive a car back from far away may not be worth it either. |
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Dealers don't order real cars anymore. Only house wife editions
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Great! Thanks a ton for all the replies. Yeah, I'm pretty much laser focused on MT and only MT, so I guess my work is cut out for me. I was really hoping to see one in person first, drive it some and work with the sales crew. I suppose ordering one means you're going to pull full retail no matter what. Not that there's much wiggle room these days...
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The dealership can I believe. I think they can also see what cars are coming over on boats too. |
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07-12-2012, 02:57 PM | #15 |
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There are two 328i's in Ft Worth with manuals:
http://www.autobahnbmwfortworth.com/...px?iid=8560778 |
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07-12-2012, 03:16 PM | #16 |
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The BMW Store in Cincinnati usually stocks a couple manuals, apparently enough enthusiasts working there that they always order a couple (according to the CA I talked to when i test drove a manual F30 328i in February).
btw- I didnt order through them, they always manage to piss me off somehow...not receptive to negotiation from ED msrp. |
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07-12-2012, 03:54 PM | #18 |
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i have an 6MT, and i believe this F30 would be a better match with an 8AT !!
for real ! I am a hardcore manual transmission, but after a few days... This car is so good, having a 6MT in it is actually holding it back... I haven't tasted the 8AT, but i think that would be the better transmission for the F30! it's just too much of a hassle to row your gears now.
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OP, your around 8 or 9 hours out of Spartanburg, SC right? You could always do a PDC delivery. You then could just work with one of the forum sponsor dealers on here.
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07-12-2012, 05:00 PM | #22 |
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I drove a 328i 6MT twice at Union Hill BMW in Wilmington, DE last week. They say that they get in manuals once in a while. They're going to call me if they get a 335i 6MT in, even though I think that I want the lighter car. If you call them, ask for Steve, he helped me a lot.
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