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      08-04-2012, 03:04 PM   #89
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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.
BMW is not known for ice cold a/c. Black leather in a hot state is a bad idea.
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      08-13-2012, 03:27 PM   #90
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Went with beige interior for the very reason of heat. Black looks nice but the Texas heat is just unreal.

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.
I do not have the variable steering. I'm getting used to it though... I just came from a car that had much tighter steering than this on Comfort Mode.

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BMW is not known for ice cold a/c. Black leather in a hot state is a bad idea.
My car is Melbourne Red... I just HAD to have it with the black interior & red stitching. I got the leather seats cause they are supposed to breathe a little better than the leatherette, but it definitely takes longer than I would want to cool down the cabin if it was parked in the sun.
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      08-19-2012, 12:40 AM   #91
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improved rare seat space
people asking (at first glance) whether its 5 or 3 series
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compartments/storage space
USB/AUX connections position
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      08-20-2012, 11:26 PM   #92
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I miss the heated seats (had in my old BMW, not in this one), and surprisingly the cup holders that swing out. I do love the navigation, the exterior design, and the roomier back seat leg room.

I HATE the fact that when I start my car it sounds like a diesel. Already took it to the dealership, for the sound and also the goop on my headlights. Both issues deemed not a problem, but I miss my old 323i which sounded way better.

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      08-21-2012, 02:18 PM   #93
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Best : HUD,8 speed auto, headlights

Worst: USB/ AUX connection position, auto start/stop
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      08-22-2012, 10:45 AM   #94
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Best: 6MT, rwd handling, locomotive torque just off idle, looks

Worst: lack of memory for sport seat side bolsters, steering wheel position (not even electric), stop/start setting (until tomorrow), DDC setting
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      08-24-2012, 09:09 PM   #95
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Best: Everything else!
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      12-11-2012, 07:41 PM   #96
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How about a quick reply thread. Now a few of us have had our f30s for a little while. What is the best and worst feature of your new ride.

Mine is,

BEST: The car's performance and acceleration in sports mode

WORST: The engine sound at idle, particularly when cold
Now after 6 months of ownership my Best & Worst has changed:

BEST: The sports seats are so supportive and comfortable on long drives

WORST: My interior mirror drops slowly and has to be adjusted every few days
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      12-11-2012, 08:31 PM   #97
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Best: Sports mode and heads up display along with being only 1 of few in my whole city around with an f30
Xenon lights

Worst: Pressing the start stop button to disable every time I turn on the car
I'm in the silver 335i. Driving next to you..woowoo
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      12-11-2012, 09:49 PM   #98
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Cons: ASS- sucks...
No storage/compartment space
SMS/Email/Office doesn't work as described/hoped

Overall..95%+++ is incredible.
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      12-11-2012, 10:29 PM   #99
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Best: Pressing the unlock button in the morning to work and the Halo's light up looking straight at you.. Its been two months but I still smile everytime they light up..

Worst: having to put the car in park and leaving it to go live your life.. i do really love my car..
Ditto.
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      12-11-2012, 11:28 PM   #100
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I'm in the silver 335i. Driving next to you..woowoo
Yea I've been seeing a bunch around now.
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      12-13-2012, 08:45 AM   #101
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Best: Overall design (interior and exterior) Major improvement from my E92.
Worst: The paint! Jet Black is nearly impossible to keep clean; I find that my E92 (same color) is easier to maintain/has higher quality paint.
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      12-13-2012, 08:56 AM   #102
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No need to fight with me, but I do like the automatic on/off
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      12-13-2012, 12:37 PM   #103
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No need to fight with me, but I do like the automatic on/off
I kind a like it too!
But I don't like the name, ASS.
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      12-13-2012, 01:56 PM   #104
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Best: Reading all the good stuff about F30 on this forum.

Worst: My car hasn't arrived yet!
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