[framebaer]

I find it annoying that one can't order certain options on certain models.

When I ordered my 335iGT, I could not order a full track package with the uprated brakes.
Neither were the LED lights available. The list goes on.

I think BMW should follow Porsche in that virtually any option is available on any model.

Just because I'm not ordering a 7 series doesn't mean I might not want some the goodies on my 3 series!

[Billfitz]

Supply and demand. If not enough people demand it BMW won't supply it.

[sushkr]

Originally Posted by Billfitz

Supply and demand. If not enough people demand it BMW won't supply it.

That seems right. GT is not in demand, so they want to minimize the added cost of making those changes to their manufacturing line. For 3-series, only the GT got left out.

http://www.bmwblog.com/2015/12/24/bm...-in-july-2016/

This just makes me feel the GT model is far from successful. Hope it won't go away anytime soon.

[Billfitz]

Originally Posted by sushkr

This just makes me feel the GT model is far from successful. Hope it won't go away anytime soon.

It's not very successful in the US, as frankly most US drivers aren't wise enough to see its worth. They either go for coupes, sedans or SUVs. It does much better in Europe. Check out the build options on the UK or German BMW sites, they're far more extensive.

[doomsday runner]

My dealership told me the reason they could offer me such a good deal on my GT, is because BMW are trying to get 5000 GT's on the road in the UK!

[rapid64k]

I got the sliding cup holder cover on my GT which I got in October.

[framebaer]

I know it's not a popular USA model but still. How much trouble to offer the M engine bits, M brakes, LED lights, & even the M exhaust? Except for the exhaust, I would guess the other parts are common over a range of models. Furthermore although GT's are relatively uncommon at my dealer, they go through a lot more of them than Z4's and some other very modest sellers that BMW seems to support better.

[framebaer]

Originally Posted by rapid64k

I got the sliding cup holder cover on my GT which I got in October.

Yup my 2016 has that as well.

[Billfitz]

Originally Posted by framebaer

I know it's not a popular USA model but still. How much trouble to offer the M engine bits, M brakes, LED lights, & even the M exhaust?

I doubt that BMW would pass on the opportunity to sell those items if they thought they'd do enough to make it profitable.

[10beers]

Shoot. I'm just happy the GT has real cup holders vs the retractable ones.

[doomsday runner]

Originally Posted by framebaer

I know it's not a popular USA model but still. How much trouble to offer the M engine bits, M brakes, LED lights, & even the M exhaust? Except for the exhaust, I would guess the other parts are common over a range of models. Furthermore although GT's are relatively uncommon at my dealer, they go through a lot more of them than Z4's and some other very modest sellers that BMW seems to support better.

M Brakes are offered on UK cars, I have them ordered on mine (M Sport Plus Pack)

[pardus]

Or buy it in Canada, you get a 30% discount and import to the states.

[Zirenz2006]

Originally Posted by framebaer

I find it annoying that one can't order certain options on certain models.

When I ordered my 335iGT, I could not order a full track package with the uprated brakes.
Neither were the LED lights available. The list goes on.

I think BMW should follow Porsche in that virtually any option is available on any model.

Just because I'm not ordering a 7 series doesn't mean I might not want some the goodies on my 3 series!

When the GT gets it's LCI this year it will probably get the same treatment the F30 sedan got for it's LCI.

LED's have already been spotted on the GT LCI caught testing. I'd also expect the Dynamic Handling Package will go away as it did on the F30 and be replaced by the Track Package.

I'm looking at the GT or another sedan to replace my current one. At this point though I will wait for the GT LCI before I decide which way I go.



http://www.autoblog.com/2015/11/04/b...-gt-spy-shots/

[Crashnbrn5]

I'm excited for the future of the GT. It's going to get much more sportier and sleeker. For the 2018 model that comes out. I think they are going to give the 3 GT a 2nd chance, and a good one at that.

But it was stupid of them to remove the M Brakes from the 2016 models, when the 2015 and 2014 models had them available.

I'm very happy with my car. It's fast too, even with the extra weight. My daughter says to me" can you lower the radio, I wanna hear the engine", lol can't make this sh*t up.

[sushkr]

Originally Posted by Crashnbrn5

I'm excited for the future of the GT. It's going to get much more sportier and sleeker. For the 2018 model that comes out. I think they are going to give the 3 GT a 2nd chance, and a good one at that.

But it was stupid of them to remove the M Brakes from the 2016 models, when the 2015 and 2014 models had them available.

I'm very happy with my car. It's fast too, even with the extra weight. My daughter says to me" can you lower the radio, I wanna hear the engine", lol can't make this sh*t up.

Excellent job on the videos. Particularly liked the drifting video. Where in NJ do you do this?

[Crashnbrn5]

Originally Posted by sushkr

Excellent job on the videos. Particularly liked the drifting video. Where in NJ do you do this?

This was at Floyd Bennett field in Brooklyn. My goto spot for lots of vids. Thank you very much for the compliment. I put some effort into all my work.

[bmw-again]

This is one of the main reasons why I will be going back to a sedan. When I ordered my 14 you could not get anything on it. I had to trial and error aftermarket wheels and tires and take tons of measurements. Places like discount tire and tirerack had no recommendations. Good thing we have a lift. Will be ordering f36 soon. Wheels will be for sale soon

[Billfitz]

Originally Posted by bmw-again

This is one of the main reasons why I will be going back to a sedan. When I ordered my 14 you could not get anything on it.

When shopping for my GT anything that made sense on a practical family car was available. If a practical family car isn't what you want then the GT is probably not for you.

[Wiot]

I just leased a 2016 428i Gran Coupe. When shopping around I did see a the 3-series GT, but immediately favored the 428i GC. I liked the styling much more.

I'm still rather new to BMW's, but maybe it's possible buyers like me are favoring the 4-series GC over the 3-series GT and so it doesn't get much love?

[Billfitz]

Originally Posted by Wiot

When shopping around I did see a the 3-series GT, but immediately favored the 428i GC. I liked the styling much more.

So did I, until I sat in the back seat and opened the trunk. I opted for practicality and comfort over style. To each their own.

[bmw-again]

I definitely favor the gc. Its styling is wonderful. GT I let my wife order with bmwna but not this time. I wanted panamera let her pick gt but it doesn't even feel like a bmw. This is my fourth bmw and I would like to go tesla but just cant pull trigger yet. Maybe when this lease is up.

[sushkr]

Originally Posted by bmw-again

I definitely favor the gc. Its styling is wonderful. GT I let my wife order with bmwna but not this time. I wanted panamera let her pick gt but it doesn't even feel like a bmw. This is my fourth bmw and I would like to go tesla but just cant pull trigger yet. Maybe when this lease is up.

While I own the 3GT, I agree that 4GC looks awesome. See below, I don't think 3GT could ever match these looks:

http://www.bmwblog.com/2015/11/01/bm...r-v803-wheels/

I test drove the 4GC before buying and it was clearly better. I found it almost exactly similar to a 3-sedan (F30). In fact I wonder why people would buy a sedan when 4GC exists? I think it looks as good if not better and it's good infinitely better storage due to the hatch.

With that said, I think 3GT knocks one out of the park due to its rear seat space, so no regrets.