11-04-2012, 07:46 PM | #89 |
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Does the sportline option on the Activehybrid3 have the sport suspension (lowered) or is it like the xdrive models? All of the pictures I've seen look "non-lowered" but I was curious as it doesn't seem like many have been delivered (at least on these boards)...
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11-05-2012, 12:12 PM | #91 |
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Well, I pulled the trigger and ordered the AH3. I test drove one that was a Luxury Line this morning. Obviously it didn't have the Dynamic Handling Package, so it wasn't quite as sporty as I wanted, but I'm ordering DHP for my car.
The car felt good, very "solid". I don't know if it was my imagination feeling the batteries in the trunk, or not. Yes, it felt like you had a little bit of something in the trunk. But it didn't feel heavy, so much as it did solid. Maybe the low center of gravity of the batteries? The implementation of the A.S.S. was pretty incredible. No shudder effect like you get with the N20, and much smoother than even with the N55. When you have it in Comfort mode, it typically turns off the engine just when you're coasting and applying the brakes. The start-up is imperceptible. You would not know it, except for the lack of noise. The intake and exhaust noise from the N55 was less than with the standard 335i. I can't really say how much, because I didn't drive them back to back. But the car was rather quiet. Probably about as quiet as a 535i. I like the torque! You really don't have to be concerned with what gear you're in. This thing launches you, at any speed. The torque was definitely more apparent than what I had in my '12 M3 The new Nav was great as well. I didn't play with it extensively, but the updated graphics seemed sharper than the current Nav. So, being that I was already "set" on a standard 335i, I used the $3500 Eco Credit, plus some more aggressive negotiating to get the AH3 down to ~1$K more than the regular 335i M-sport that I was ready to order. Interesting tidbit: there are a few options that are free on a AH3. The heated steering wheel (even with M-sport) is N/C. Also, Lane Departure Warning/Forward Collision Warning (5AD) and Speed Limit Info (8TH) are both N/C options. You have to order these separately, not part of Driver Assistance Plus package. The $0 charge for these shows up both on Build Your Own BMW site, as well as on my Vehicle Inquiry Report. That's a $700 savings. My final build came to: ActiveHybrid 3 Black Sapphire Metallic ZMM M-sport ZDH Driver Assistance Package ZPP Premium Package ZTP Technology Package 2TB Sport Auto 417/415 Sunshades 494 Heated Front Seats 5AC Auto High Beams 5AD Lane Departure 8TH Speed Limit Info 688 Harmon Kardon 400M 18" wheels $64,845 MSRP After Eco Credit/Loyalty/Holiday/USAA/negotiation, my MSRP was $55,095. I'm production week 46, but I suppose it could start building today. I'll be doing PCD in January, I wonder if they'll even have an AH3 for me to race around the track with? |
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11-05-2012, 02:20 PM | #92 | |
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...thats the part I haven't been able to verify yet...whether adding Adaptive M gives you the lower ride height...the only thing I've seen is that M-Sport and Sport Line do not give you lower ride height (as they do in non-AH3)...
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11-05-2012, 03:25 PM | #93 | |
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The reason you don't get 10mm lower on the AH3 with Sport/M-sport is because Sport Suspension is simply not available, period, on the AH3. Adding Adaptive M always seems to give you 10mm lower, no matter what. |
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11-05-2012, 04:55 PM | #94 |
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Aye. That has always been banded around on here as fact. The M Adapt does lower the X-Drive by 10mm
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I landed around $8k under you, with "just" a base 335i + Tech + Cold Weather + Premium, but I think the AH3 provides strong value for within city drivers (I do mostly highway so didn't make sense for me).
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11-07-2012, 11:39 AM | #97 | |
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My commute in the evening is very heavy stop-and-go, so I am anxious to see just how well the AH3 can do. In the mornings, and other times, I'm able to stretch it out a bit, so the power of the AH3 should be lots of fun. |
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11-07-2012, 10:35 PM | #98 | |
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11-08-2012, 03:46 PM | #99 |
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So I guess I am the first member here actually getting one of these? Well, I'm picking it up at PCD on Jan 18th, so you can expect pics and about 1100 miles of driving impressions shortly thereafter
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Congrats on the order! My AH3 just changed order status from 'finished production' to 'en route to US' yesterday... 28 days on the boat I am told... I can't wait to take delivery... There is a couple other guys on here who ordered like last summer so I imagine they must be getting them soon. |
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11-09-2012, 01:41 AM | #101 | |
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I'm heavily considering picking up an AH3. It is not the highest mpg option available but it's global warming score is fantastic. It is a great option for me since I don't like tinny, gutless feeling of the Prius but want luxury and sportiness of my M3 & X5 cars. I am going to check one out today.
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Just driving into work today in my daily Accord, I start realizing just how often the motor is running, at lights, coasting to lights, etc. Seems like 25% of the time, the motor is running with virtually need to propel the car forward. Just burnin' gas... Driving the AH3 just makes me realize how much of a smarter car it is, vs. traditional offerings. This kind of thing make so much sense, I'm sure it will start taking off, not only within BMW's range, but throughout affordable cars in the next 10 years. Definitely try to drive one. I'm not naive to think it's the right car for everyone. But it's definitely an interesting way to go about living with a "fun" car. |
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My current status is "vehicle has been released to the carrier and is awaiting Transportation to the port of exit". what's yours? btw, in order to get the holiday+loyalty credits, must you finance through bmwfs?
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I'm still at Status 112. However, PCD already sent me my confirmation email for January pick up. I'm guessing I'll hit 150 any day now. I've been really curious if they'll have an AH3 by the time I get there. Ultimately, I'll be satisfied if they have a 335i with Dynamic Handling package for me to drive. |
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It was a lot of fun, well worth the trip. Ripped some serious rubber off the Continental's they use on most of the cars at the PC. Literally! Twice had to change cars due to chunks of rubber coming off and exposing steel. Seems that Continental kinda sponsors it. We drove pretty much every model except the 1 series. My favorite drive and sounding car is the Z4 35is. That car was a beast and a blast to drive. Very predictable! Too bad my wife won't go for a 2 seater. |
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