[msheikh]

Originally Posted by hanizh

Mabrook (Congrats.) msheikh nice color

I guess there are a lot of 316 owners but not much in this forum

how much did it cost you ? I guess it is sports line .. what is the car specifications and options ?

Bro since the duties are insane here in Pakistan, the car cost me Euro 52,000/-. I know that's a ridiculous amount and elsewhere a full spec 335i can be bought with the same amount of money! Having owned an E90 330i before this, I do regret the significant loss in power but this car is miles ahead of the E90 in terms of handling, ride, and interior quality, among other things.

Specifications are as follows:

* Black Sensatec with Red Highlights (incl. interior trim finishers with black high-gloss & Coral Red matt trim)
* Glass Roof Electrical
* Roller sunblind for rear window
* Roller sunblind for rear side windows, mechanical
* Interior, Exterior & rear-view mirrors with auto anti-dazzle function
* Centre Armrest
* Fog lights
* Servotronic
* Arm rest front sliding
* Xenon Lights
* Cruise control (this is not standard here!)
* USB Hands free
* Hifi Loundspeaker System
* Sun protection glazing
and other standard options such as CBC, DTC, DSC, Dynamic Braking Lights, Engine design for Poor Quality Fuel, Hot Climate Version, Additional 12V Sockets etc.

The features/options that come with the Sports Line also vary region-wise. The ones that came with my car are:

Interior equipment features:
* Door sill finishers in aluminium with “BMW Sport” lettering
* Sport seats for driver and front passenger
* Sport leather steering wheel with red contrast stitching
* Black, high-gloss interior trim with accent trim
in Coral Red, matt
* Interior illumination with variable colour effects in
Orange-Red or White – selected via the iDrive Controller
* Speedometer and rev counter with red Chrono scales and
red contrasting ring
* Chrome trim on air conditioning and radio controls
* Driving Experience Control, with additional Sport+ mode
* Car key with Red trim

Exterior equipment features:
* 17" alloy wheels star-spoke 393
* Front and rear bumpers with specific features in
high-gloss Black
* BMW kidney grille with 8 slats in high-gloss Black
* Exterior mirror caps in high-gloss Black
* B-pillar and window uprights in Black, high-gloss
* “Sport” lettering along the side
* Tailpipe trim in Black, chrome-plated

and welcome to the forum

Pictures attached

[hanizh]

[QUOTE=msheikh;14069972][QUOTE]

Very Nice pictures! the car looks good in black and red trims, you will enjoy it

Here are the differences from mine:
- You paid 4,000 Euros more than me we both could get full option 335 in US ))
- Except of the Sport-Line VS. Modern Line highlights:
- Unlike me, you have been smart enough to get the Xennon lights, I didn't know it includes the angle eyes and it was part of a big package, now I regret it..
- You have the shading and stuff related to hot weather
- You have a Hi-Fi amplified system with tweeters in the side doors, I'm in the
process to upgrade my basic 6-speakers system.

In the other side:

I noticed that you do not have Auto-Lights sensors

Do you have basic or enhanced USB ?

[FVM3]

decent power

[msheikh]

Yes correct I do not have the auto lights sensors.

Like many people across the globe, I was told by the BMW dealer that the basic Bluetooth would be able to play the iPod/iPhone. Had I done a little research on this, I would have definitely opted for the enhanced Bluetooth and not the basic Bluetooth with limited features.

Does anyone know of a retrofit for enhanced Bluetooth because I don't think the Y-cable would play songs digitally therefore compromising on the quality of sound

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by msheikh

Yes correct I do not have the auto lights sensors.

Like many people across the globe, I was told by the BMW dealer that the basic Bluetooth would be able to play the iPod/iPhone. Had I done a little research on this, I would have definitely opted for the enhanced Bluetooth and not the basic Bluetooth with limited features.

Does anyone know of a retrofit for enhanced Bluetooth because I don't think the Y-cable would play songs digitally therefore compromising on the quality of sound

Don't even bother, get your music on a USB stick and arrange the files well, this is the best option

[jackaleyess]

My country just launched the 316i also which cost RM209,888. Translate to USD is probable around $66k. =) and this might not be the hot seller as most ppl here opted for 320i and 328i which cost from $78k - $94k. and some 335i at $154k. Talk about expensive, Thailand and Singapore cost more than us.

[B///MWGuy]

what is that iPhone dock thing??!

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by jackaleyess

My country just launched the 316i also which cost RM209,888. Translate to USD is probable around $66k. =) and this might not be the hot seller as most ppl here opted for 320i and 328i which cost from $78k - $94k. and some 335i at $154k. Talk about expensive, Thailand and Singapore cost more than us.

Well ! for me it was either the F30 316 or a VW Passat , which way you think I should go ?

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by fyun89

what is that iPhone dock thing??!

what ? is it that bad ??

[B///MWGuy]

Originally Posted by hanizh

what ? is it that bad ??

I want one.. what's the model number?? Is it BMW product? Where can I get it?

[jackaleyess]

Originally Posted by hanizh

Well ! for me it was either the F30 316 or a VW Passat , which way you think I should go ?

BMW 316i is the way to go.

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by fyun89

I want one.. what's the model number?? Is it BMW product? Where can I get it?

I had it installed locally here in Israel, the installer was not welling to tell any details where he got the parts
All I know that it is two separate parts, the base is specially for F30 and the holder is specially for IPhone.
Sure it is not BMW parts

[maldad80]

hi, i'm in Perú (South America)

this is my configuration, it will arrive in October:

316i M Sport Estoril Blue MY2014

Local Premium Package:
205 8AT
216 Servotronic
249 MFSW with speed limit
258 Runflat
493 compartment package
507 Rear PDC
520 Fog lights
521 lights and rain sensor
522 Xenon
563 Lighting package
575 12v sockets
5AC highway lights assistant
6NH standard bluetooth & usb

M Sport Package:
M steering wheel
400M wheels 8J-8.5Jx18”
Front tires 225/45R18
Rear tires 255/40R18
Sport seats with alcantara
M Sport Suspension
M Footrest
Fog Ligths
Chrome exhaust tip
Hexagon with blue trim
anthracite roof
exterior shadow line
front grill glossy Schwarz

Options:
431 Autodimming rear view mirror
497 Rear armrest
6WA extended cluster
676 HIFI audio system
2NH M Sport Brakes

Price: USD$ 47,000

my actual car is an VW Jetta 2.0l 8V 5MT 115hp MY2012
i tested drive an 316i Base before, it feels way better and faster than my VW, so plus with M Sport i think will be a big upgrade for me

[DrivenByE30]

Whether it's a 6cyl or 4 cyl, you guys still get the pleasure and the joy to drive a BMW.

I can tell from the photos that you all get the same quality cars, just with more environmental friendly engines.

Enjoy your F30s guys!

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by maldad80

hi, i'm in Perú (South America)

this is my configuration, it will arrive in October:

316i M Sport Estoril Blue MY2014

Local Premium Package:
205 8AT
216 Servotronic
249 MFSW with speed limit
258 Runflat
493 compartment package
507 Rear PDC
520 Fog lights
521 lights and rain sensor
522 Xenon
563 Lighting package
575 12v sockets
5AC highway lights assistant
6NH standard bluetooth & usb

M Sport Package:
M steering wheel
400M wheels 8J-8.5Jx18”
Front tires 225/45R18
Rear tires 255/40R18
Sport seats with alcantara
M Sport Suspension
M Footrest
Fog Ligths
Chrome exhaust tip
Hexagon with blue trim
anthracite roof
exterior shadow line
front grill glossy Schwarz

Options:
431 Autodimming rear view mirror
497 Rear armrest
6WA extended cluster
676 HIFI audio system
2NH M Sport Brakes

Price: USD$ 47,000

my actual car is an VW Jetta 2.0l 8V 5MT 115hp MY2012
i tested drive an 316i Base before, it feels way better and faster than my VW, so plus with M Sport i think will be a big upgrade for me

Congrats man! that is a quite respectfull setup!
we are waiting for the photos to be posted

I'm sure you will enjoy it very much!

[canbmw]

Looking great you guys. What is the engine in the 316i?

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by canbmw

Looking great you guys. What is the engine in the 316i?

It's 1.6 twin turbo - 136 HP,
Originally, this engine is from Mini , enhanced by BMW and added the twin turbo..

[.BMW.]

Originally Posted by hanizh

It's 1.6 twin turbo - 136 HP,
Originally, this engine is from Mini , enhanced by BMW and added the twin turbo..

It's not a twin-turbo, but a twin-scroll turbo. BMW uses twin-scroll technology also in many of the larger engines.

316i:
4 cylinders
1.6L
136HP

[ezy18]

Hi,

Fellow F30 316i owner chipping in. Got my ride in early August this year. Made a few small mods: tinted windows, swapped the 17in RFT with 18in Michelin PS3 and Msport rims (I think M5?). Pictures as attached:

Appreciate your thoughts and possible next stage of modifications.

[DesertSmokeBBQ]

Originally Posted by Anodite10

Looks great! Good choice with the wood trim. It's the ONLY one I've ever liked.

Quite surprising to hear that the 316i costs $60000! That's insane!
You could get a stock 335i in my country for that price, jeeeez!

I just got a loaded '14 335 m-sport for $50k US!!!!

[Meeeotch]

I had no idea. Very interesting

[hanizh]

Originally Posted by ezy18

Hi,

Fellow F30 316i owner chipping in. Got my ride in early August this year. Made a few small mods: tinted windows, swapped the 17in RFT with 18in Michelin PS3 and Msport rims (I think M5?). Pictures as attached:

Appreciate your thoughts and possible next stage of modifications.

Congrats for your new F30, it is very nice and seems to be pretty equiped! what is your car specifications ? how much did you pay for it?