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Totally agree with you. Even if I haven't received my car yet , I'am quite worried to be driving driving without a spare tire. I have a feeling that I will be less confident to go long distance trips to " empty" areas .... |
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08-01-2012, 09:43 AM | #69 | |
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The kit includes a 12V air compressor and a can of tire sealant to inject into a flat tire. No way would I drive into remote areas without this kit. |
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08-01-2012, 10:12 AM | #70 | |
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Problem is, I couldn't tell you why it's not good for it apart from extra starter motor wear! Just goes against common sense. The "Mike Myers" way of thinking someone once said.
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08-01-2012, 10:23 AM | #71 |
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Agreed !
BMW made a retrograde decision to not include LED turn signals in the F30. Last edited by DerekS; 08-01-2012 at 10:39 AM.. |
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08-01-2012, 10:48 AM | #73 |
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It isn't as intuitive. For a manual, at a lengthy stop, you'll shove it in N so ASS will work nicely. Because the ASS timer is at 4s and it can't analyse the road and conditions, leaving the AT in D (which you do) has it going off an on in traffic or junctions which is annoying!
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08-01-2012, 02:58 PM | #75 |
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Can I add the large key fob to the list.
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08-01-2012, 03:06 PM | #76 |
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08-01-2012, 03:12 PM | #77 |
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Is that a BMW key fob in your pocket, or ...
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08-03-2012, 12:41 AM | #78 |
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Drives/handles great Tech stuff cool Hk sound system Cons Leatherette looks ok but hot as hell In neighborhood surrounded by m's and fancy 5's 7's my black base without xenonAEs looks kinda cheap (there is an undeniable status-symbol element to this whole bimmer thing) Worst of all, in city with traffic and worlds worst drivers.... What's the point of having this thing.... Might just go back to Honda three yrs from now. Bought the car for the driving experience and not the look. Where I live only the look seems to matter more and racing to the next red light does not require the "ultimate driving machine." Car is somewhat of a bust |
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08-03-2012, 09:19 AM | #79 | |
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I've seen a few base line F30's on the road (black, silver, no Xenons, 17's...) and they definitely don't turn my head like I would hope a new BMW would. Still, you have an F30 and I don't. I'd rather have a plain F30 than a Honda anyday. |
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08-03-2012, 09:34 AM | #80 | |
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I got the 335i and I am having loads of fun. I live on the beach where the most common cars are Bentley, Lambos and Ferrari's and I still catch people staring at my car. Valet who parks a wide range of high end cars comes to me and says wow your car is really nice. The point of this car in traffic filled city is to be able maneuver around bad drivers and through traffic.
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: rattling noise inside, steering wheel vibration, faulty alarm signals, unfriendly navigator system.
otherwise all good.
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Pros The ride quality is exactly what I want. Smoother than my old Audi however I still have a great sense of the road. Acceleration is great. Though traffic blows, when I need to push by someone it is often quite easy, even in the upper gears (high end torque right?). If I down shift (6mt) it is even quicker. Sound system is great, though having a great system in a car filled with road and vent noise is debatable. Heads up display handy. Customizability of idrive. I found the car's opinion on shift points kinda annoying (tell me when to shift? The audacity) so I just turn this feature off. Cons nav system. The head up display shows the street name, but the voice-prompts just gives you the distance.... " turn right in 400ft." The audi MMI would say, "In 400ft turn right on main st." Small thing but does make a difference if you really are unfamiliar with the area. The nav on my htc phone actually is better. Clutch is a little high. Smooth, but high. I don't want it too low but right in the middle of the peddle would be best for ease of use and quick changes Placement of nav screen, perfect for line of sight however in bright sunshine there can be some glare. Otherwise, I've been on motorcycle riding websites looking for good open road and fun drives around the area. No luck yet. Next step would be paying for track time. |
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Another con: it's ridiculous that Sirius favorites don't audibly alert you. You have to be watching the display screen to be notified.
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I hope that when BMW releases the F31 wagon in the US that all these issues will be resolved! |
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I already posted on this thread, but I thought I'd add some more things I don't see others talking about:
Pros: 1. Trunk opens completely when pushing the button. 2. Steering feel in Sport & Sport + 3. Double tap latch system to open the hood. I just think its cool. 4. My 2 year old son prefers my car over my wife's "old" 2010 car, so I win at something at home. 5. Quiet ride. Cons: 1. Very tiny mirrors on the driver and passenger visors. 2. Just ok A/C struggles with my black leather interior and 105F Texas summer. 3. Steering feel in Comfort & ECO Pro 4. Horn doesn't beep when double clicking the locks on the key fob. 5. Ride is a little too quiet for me (328i). I'll need to get an intake and exhaust to give it a little more of a rumble in full throttle. |
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Noise - I actually prefer the quiter ride, this car has just enough. Steering - do you have the variable steering? I find that it does feel nicely tight at higher speeds and quick/easy at lower speeds. I do not have the sport susp and thus more body roll than yourself (regardless of drive setting) but the variable steering still seems to offer nice control/response. |
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