New Owner- 2016 328i

davewes · 11-03-2019, 06:40 PM

Hows it going? New owner joining the fold. I picked up a new to me 2016 Mediterranean Blue 328i with 22k miles on it. First BMW and absolutely loving it so far. Traded an ES350 in for it, so needless to say, its a night and day difference. Looking forward to learning more about the platform from you all!

PhizzurpF · 11-03-2019, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by davewes

Hows it going? New owner joining the fold. I picked up a new to me 2016 Mediterranean Blue 328i with 22k miles on it. First BMW and absolutely loving it so far. Traded an ES350 in for it, so needless to say, its a night and day difference. Looking forward to learning more about the platform from you all!

Welcome! 328 owner myself. Have fun

davewes · 11-04-2019, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by PhizzurpF

Welcome! 328 owner myself. Have fun

Thanks!

F30lolz · 11-04-2019, 02:40 AM

Welcome aboard. What options does it have and do you plan to leave it stock for the time being or any plans for modding?

Also, post pics!

amancuso · 11-04-2019, 08:04 AM

Welcome to BMW ownership!

davewes · 11-04-2019, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by F30lolz

Welcome aboard. What options does it have and do you plan to leave it stock for the time being or any plans for modding?

Also, post pics!

Thanks man. Pictures forthcoming. Just got off a 24 hour shift so I'm a zombie right now. Options wise-
Sport line
Technology package
Premium package
HK audio

I'm on the fence about modding it. I've modded previous cars pretty heavily, but this one feels "right" the way it is, if that makes sense. I'll probably relook that stance once I've used to the car lol.

davewes · 11-04-2019, 03:32 PM

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Welcome to BMW ownership!

Thanks! Loving it so far.

adhrp · 11-04-2019, 04:02 PM

Congrats and welcome! Just passed 100k on my 2012 328i and it has been rock solid reliable and a blast to drive. These are great cars!

Beek · 11-04-2019, 08:09 PM

Welcome! This is my first BMW as well and I will celebrate my fourth year of ownership next February. I've found the '16 model year to be pretty well sorted and it's few shortcomings addressed somewhere here on the Forum.

MmmmmM2 · 11-05-2019, 11:15 AM

Welcome!

Moupe · 11-05-2019, 12:49 PM

Welcome matey!

bimmer456 · 11-05-2019, 02:08 PM

The ES is a completely different car based on the Camry or Avalon.

davewes · 11-05-2019, 03:02 PM

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The ES is a completely different car based on the Camry or Avalon.

Couldn't agree more.

Thanks for the welcome everyone. Once I wash the car I'll post pics. Relaxing that Med Blue is gorgeous but a pain in the ass to keep looking clean.

zeyad.habeeb · 11-05-2019, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by davewes

Hows it going? New owner joining the fold. I picked up a new to me 2016 Mediterranean Blue 328i with 22k miles on it. First BMW and absolutely loving it so far. Traded an ES350 in for it, so needless to say, its a night and day difference. Looking forward to learning more about the platform from you all!

Welcome!!

ES350 is great car.

johnung · 11-05-2019, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by davewes

Hows it going? New owner joining the fold. I picked up a new to me 2016 Mediterranean Blue 328i with 22k miles on it. First BMW and absolutely loving it so far. Traded an ES350 in for it, so needless to say, its a night and day difference. Looking forward to learning more about the platform from you all!

Great resource for learning about this BMW platform is to watch videos from Kies Motorsports on YouTube.

vgore · 11-08-2019, 09:31 AM

Welcome to the forum. You got a rare beautiful color. Learn to code your car. That's the easiest way to start moding process.

Tommy-G · 11-08-2019, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by davewes

Hows it going? New owner joining the fold. I picked up a new to me 2016 Mediterranean Blue 328i with 22k miles on it. First BMW and absolutely loving it so far. Traded an ES350 in for it, so needless to say, its a night and day difference. Looking forward to learning more about the platform from you all!

Welcome, this is my 12th or 13th. Make sure to check this thread out. Got my new to me baby this week and the guys really helped with some cheap and easy changes
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1667044

Enjoy your new ride!

davewes · 11-08-2019, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by TommyG-inFlaNow

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Originally Posted by davewes

Hows it going? New owner joining the fold. I picked up a new to me 2016 Mediterranean Blue 328i with 22k miles on it. First BMW and absolutely loving it so far. Traded an ES350 in for it, so needless to say, its a night and day difference. Looking forward to learning more about the platform from you all!

Welcome, this is my 12th or 13th. Make sure to check this thread out. Got my new to me baby this week and the guys really helped with some cheap and easy changes
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1667044

Enjoy your new ride!

Thanks man. I'll check it out!

davewes · 11-08-2019, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by vgore

Welcome to the forum. You got a rare beautiful color. Learn to code your car. That's the easiest way to start moding process.

Thank you! She's getting tints and a wash tomorrow. I'll post pics afterwards!

mike@x-ph.com · 11-12-2019, 06:19 PM

Welcome

davewes · 11-14-2019, 09:03 AM

Finally got the car cleaned up a bit. Realizing that this color is going to require work to keep clean. Loving the 35% tints.

Yungsta · 11-14-2019, 10:41 AM

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Finally got the car cleaned up a bit. Realizing that this color is going to require work to keep clean. Loving the 35% tints.

Love the color man, welcome to the forum! Ive learned alot from the members here, especially on alot of DIY repairs/projects, opinions, and mod recommendations. Definitely the best resource for BMW owners anywhere on the web.

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