2016 F30 328i LCI M Sport delivered w/pics

nicknaz · 08-28-2015, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by fusion0389

Very good input! Thank you for the advice.

Don't get me wrong, I love the F80, but there is definitely a case to be made for a used track beater or an all out flashy sports car instead of a "jack of all trades" trackable commuter

fusion0389 · 08-28-2015, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by nicknaz

Don't get me wrong, I love the F80, but there is definitely a case to be made for a used track beater or an all out flashy sports car instead of a "jack of all trades" trackable commuter

I think that is the concept im starting to develop..

nürburgring · 08-29-2015, 11:58 PM

So the only exterior difference between the pre-LCI M-Sport and post-LCI M-Sport are the front and rear lights?

Pinkoboe · 08-30-2015, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by nürburgring

So the only exterior difference between the pre-LCI M-Sport and post-LCI M-Sport are the front and rear lights?

Correct, no other exterior changes although there are some new wheel options.

HoytBaxter · 09-04-2015, 11:32 PM

Gorgeous car, congratulations. And thanks for the thorough review, helps new guys like me a lot.

Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but are their any driving differences between the 2015 and 2016 for the 328i? I know the engines are the same, so I'm wondering if the steering and/or suspension have changed - one sales guy on phone said no, but he seemed uncertain (and he was trying to move '15s

)

There are deals on '15s and I'm trying to figure out if I would miss anything (beyond aesthetic differences).

I understand starting in '16 the Nav will be updated over the air, not sure if the graphics are improved.

Thanks!

bimmercar · 09-04-2015, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by HoytBaxter

Gorgeous car, congratulations. And thanks for the thorough review, helps new guys like me a lot.

Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but are their any driving differences between the 2015 and 2016 for the 328i? I know the engines are the same, so I'm wondering if the steering and/or suspension have changed - one sales guy on phone said no, but he seemed uncertain (and he was trying to move '15s

)

There are deals on '15s and I'm trying to figure out if I would miss anything (beyond aesthetic differences).

I understand starting in '16 the Nav will be updated over the air, not sure if the graphics are improved.

Thanks!

I am not sure if its okay to post link to another forum but you may reference this thread:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=868695

HoytBaxter · 09-05-2015, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by bimmercar

I am not sure if its okay to post link to another forum but you may reference this thread:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=868695

Thank you sir!

fusion0389 · 09-05-2015, 06:57 AM

a big difference in suspension is the 2016 is a 5 bolt strut design as opposed to the outgoing 3 bolt design. drive them back to back, if you can't feel a difference then go with a 2015, it'll save you some money. you should be able to easily get 10% off msrp on a 2015

HoytBaxter · 09-05-2015, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fusion0389

a big difference in suspension is the 2016 is a 5 bolt strut design as opposed to the outgoing 3 bolt design. drive them back to back, if you can't feel a difference then go with a 2015, it'll save you some money. you should be able to easily get 10% off msrp on a 2015

Thanks for the info and a great idea. Yeah, unless the I can notice a difference I would go with '15.

Tim@codemybimmer · 09-05-2015, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by fusion0389

a big difference in suspension is the 2016 is a 5 bolt strut design as opposed to the outgoing 3 bolt design.

They actually switched to the 5 bolt strut design starting with the January 2015 production models.

fusion0389 · 09-05-2015, 08:54 PM

I didn't know that, the 2015 i saw at the dealer didn't.

OUGrad05 · 09-05-2015, 09:53 PM

OP has got a fantastic looking car. From someone who just bought a 2015 335i a few months ago, I really don't think you made a bad decision.

I LOVE the 335i and the I6 is soooo smooth. But the 4 cyl still makes plenty of power, and it's smooth for a 4 pot and by the standards of nearly every other vehicle on the planet.

I also agree the 2.0 cars feel a bit more nimble, on initial turn in there just isn't quite as much lean over the front tires. Once taken a set there really isn't much in it but initial bit is a bit higher on the 2 liter cars IMO.

I go days without going WOT in my 335i, having the 4 cyl for most of my commute would make no real difference, in fact the pro's, better fuel economy, slightly more nimble feel, might outweigh the benefits of the I6? I dunno...I don't regret my choice and you shouldn't regret yours. What a great car in a great color. Congratulations.

fusion0389 · 09-18-2015, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by OUGrad05

OP has got a fantastic looking car. From someone who just bought a 2015 335i a few months ago, I really don't think you made a bad decision.

I LOVE the 335i and the I6 is soooo smooth. But the 4 cyl still makes plenty of power, and it's smooth for a 4 pot and by the standards of nearly every other vehicle on the planet.

I also agree the 2.0 cars feel a bit more nimble, on initial turn in there just isn't quite as much lean over the front tires. Once taken a set there really isn't much in it but initial bit is a bit higher on the 2 liter cars IMO.

I go days without going WOT in my 335i, having the 4 cyl for most of my commute would make no real difference, in fact the pro's, better fuel economy, slightly more nimble feel, might outweigh the benefits of the I6? I dunno...I don't regret my choice and you shouldn't regret yours. What a great car in a great color. Congratulations.

Thank you! My thoughts exactly, heck i think i enjoy it more and more as time goes on. I made the right decision

Damocell · 09-21-2015, 02:28 PM

Gorgeous car

exedba · 11-21-2015, 05:51 PM

AW - Coral Red

RWD & MT

Packages - Drivers Assistance & Cold Weather
=============================

Delivery is expected around Christmas 2016.

Decided keep as much as vanilla flavor than adding bunch of packages. I know it's 2016, even I decided to go with halogen over new white LED.

Never attracted to any navigations in any car. I am a super tech guy, none of the inbuilt car gadgets/software have attracted / impressed me to date. It's just me I guess.

Planning to drive for 50K miles and sell it.. Just wanted to play with MT & RWD.

carzaddict · 11-23-2015, 12:21 PM

congrats! great car

keylime503 · 11-23-2015, 03:50 PM

Where did you buy the 442Ms from?

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HoytBaxter Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	2016 vs 2015 BMW Gorgeous car, congratulations. And thanks for the thorough review, helps new guys like me a lot. Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but are their any driving differences between the 2015 and 2016 for the 328i? I know the engines are the same, so I'm wondering if the steering and/or suspension have changed - one sales guy on phone said no, but he seemed uncertain (and he was trying to move '15s ) There are deals on '15s and I'm trying to figure out if I would miss anything (beyond aesthetic differences). I understand starting in '16 the Nav will be updated over the air, not sure if the graphics are improved. Thanks!
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fusion0389 Second Lieutenant 141 Rep 288 Posts Drives: 2016 328i xDrive M Sport Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Magical Land of Peaches, USA iTrader: (0)	a big difference in suspension is the 2016 is a 5 bolt strut design as opposed to the outgoing 3 bolt design. drive them back to back, if you can't feel a difference then go with a 2015, it'll save you some money. you should be able to easily get 10% off msrp on a 2015
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OUGrad05 Captain 527 Rep 860 Posts Drives: 2023 i4 and 2022 Acura MDX Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	OP has got a fantastic looking car. From someone who just bought a 2015 335i a few months ago, I really don't think you made a bad decision. I LOVE the 335i and the I6 is soooo smooth. But the 4 cyl still makes plenty of power, and it's smooth for a 4 pot and by the standards of nearly every other vehicle on the planet. I also agree the 2.0 cars feel a bit more nimble, on initial turn in there just isn't quite as much lean over the front tires. Once taken a set there really isn't much in it but initial bit is a bit higher on the 2 liter cars IMO. I go days without going WOT in my 335i, having the 4 cyl for most of my commute would make no real difference, in fact the pro's, better fuel economy, slightly more nimble feel, might outweigh the benefits of the I6? I dunno...I don't regret my choice and you shouldn't regret yours. What a great car in a great color. Congratulations. __________________ 2023 i4 eDrive40 2022 Acura MDX
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09-21-2015, 02:28 PM	#168
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