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      09-12-2012, 02:59 AM   #199
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Had a very prompt and friendly reply, key paragraph as follows:

"First build date for our press cars in the UK was late July so they are only now just arriving. Our media have therefore not yet had the opportunity to drive the cars. This will be rectified at a press event we have planned in early October so, hopefully, you'll see some (positive) reviews from then."

Must get some work done now......
I got exactly the same worded reply Thats a STD letter being sent out well done BMW ingenious.
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I got exactly the same worded reply Thats a STD letter being sent out well done BMW ingenious.
But if you ask the same question, why wouldn't you expect the same reply ?
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      09-12-2012, 06:27 AM   #201
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Anyone else find this site refusing to load for most of yesterday ?

yep same here
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      09-12-2012, 07:22 AM   #202
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But if you ask the same question, why wouldn't you expect the same reply ?
It was the same "word for word" so automated
No personal contact, that to me makes a difference.
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That's an exccellent idea
I did email them yesterday with regards to the 335d. Didnt hear nothing back.
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whats your views now gents that you have had a chance to settle in ?
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      09-12-2012, 03:57 PM   #205
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The more I drive it the more amazed I am! Really is a very accomplished car - effortlessly blending luxury and a smooth ride with, quite frankly, scary performance should the mood take you!

I took it out on some country roads today and used the sport mode for the auto gear shifts coupled with 'sport' driving mode. I also discovered the full kick-down function on the accelerator (floor it until you feel resistance, then push a little further past the resistance point). This turned the car into a complete tyre shredding machine!! The TC light was flickering like nobody's business each time I floored it....
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Just pop by Castle Donington next time you're on the M1 and gizza go
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The more I drive it the more amazed I am! Really is a very accomplished car - effortlessly blending luxury and a smooth ride with, quite frankly, scary performance should the mood take you!

I took it out on some country roads today and used the sport mode for the auto gear shifts coupled with 'sport' driving mode. I also discovered the full kick-down function on the accelerator (floor it until you feel resistance, then push a little further past the resistance point). This turned the car into a complete tyre shredding machine!! The TC light was flickering like nobody's business each time I floored it....
Thanks for another blinding review but i wish i hadn't asked.

I now feel even more like a 5 year old on xmas eve.
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      09-13-2012, 05:58 AM   #208
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400 mile round trip

Did a 400 mile round trip to Henley yesterday with a colleague and the car loaded down with cameras and lighting rig, through sunshine and very heavy showers and the car performed very faultlessly.

Particularly enjoyed the A43 from the M1 to the M40 (past Silverstone) - it handled like it was on rails!

Lots of admiring glances at the motorway services too.
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I've emailed a few car magazines too asking about reviews for the 330d - but heard nothing yet.


They always seem to review the 320d - cos thats the one most people in the country will buy.
They have reviewed the 328i - probably because the novelty of it being a 4 cylinder 2.0 - but quick, low emissions and with good fuel economy.

Maybe they think the 330d is too much like the E9X 330d so have no reason to review it? I dunno.
That 328i is anything but economical, I got 28MPG for a days out of town use and I treated it kindly
It was sh*t economy wise.
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      09-13-2012, 11:27 AM   #211
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Is this the no-cost option Venetian Beige interior ?

If so, I'm relieved to see it looks ok in the flesh. I really wanted oyster/black, but can't get it in M-Sport without paying silly money for individual option. Not going to happen on a lease car.......
I have ordered the same combination with full panoramic sun roof, yours looks great.
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      09-13-2012, 02:51 PM   #212
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Whats your thoughts guys.

Current lease E60 going back tomorrow.
F30 not expected until december.

Do I:

1) Rent something new, small golf £400.00 per month.

2) Buy an old 7 series or S class for £600 to a£1000 with 6 months to a years MOT on it ? Then try and sell it with minmum loss.
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      09-14-2012, 09:46 AM   #213
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Update

Just a quick update for E60 330d owners making the switch to the F30 330d, now that I've had the car for a week.

First of all the better economy has not yet materialised - I'm only getting an average 2mpg more so far - that is in Comfort mode, so might need to try the economy setting.

Also build quality - in most respects the car is as well put together as the E60, but it does feel like a lighter car, not flimsy, but you do notice when you shut a door, not quite the same reassuring clunk. But don't panic - it is still head and shoulders above other marques.
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First of all the better economy has not yet materialised - I'm only getting an average 2mpg more so far - that is in Comfort mode, so might need to try the economy setting.
It's a new car ergo you've used more right pedal
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Diesels also take a few thou to loosen up....the economy will come good
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      09-17-2012, 05:46 PM   #216
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All gone quiet out there....!

Anyone else taken delivery yet?
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      09-21-2012, 03:06 AM   #218
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This time next week I should get a test drive in the 330D M Sport, one is due in to my dealers end of this month, mine not due till late October.
I will revue it.
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that's because there is a shortage of the 3 litre d units at the moment, and with deliveries to customers being delayed BMW dealers are reluctant to hold them as demonstrators. My dealer told me I was very lucky to get one this early as I ordered way back in July.
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