[JustChris]

Originally Posted by JNW1

Got a feeling that at one stage the paddles came as part of a sport automatic option. The cost was tiny in the grand scheme of things (from memory only around £100) and hence almost all auto cars had it fitted; can only assume the AUC you saw was one of the exceptions where that option wasn't ticked!

ETA: Sport automatic is now standard on the 440i but not sure how long that's been the case or if it ever became standard on the 435i.

This is correct.

Automatic Vs Sport Auto

Paddles and slightly quicker shifting for the £100/£150 well spent. Seems odd anyone or any dealer order car would not spec it. Of course not everyone would see the £100 value in what I've outlined above.

[Mrklaw]

Originally Posted by JustChris

This is correct.

Automatic Vs Sport Auto

Paddles and slightly quicker shifting for the £100/£150 well spent. Seems odd anyone or any dealer order car would not spec it. Of course not everyone would see the £100 value in what I've outlined above.

Didn’t spec sport auto on my current car. It’s standard on my upcoming 4GC. I don’t like the paddle layout anymore - I think the E46 M3 had push/pull paddles so they felt more in line with how the manual shifting worked (push gear down, pull gear up). Now it’s left/right and I didn’t like the change

Maybe only £100 but why spend it if you’ll never use it?

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by Mrklaw

Didn’t spec sport auto on my current car. It’s standard on my upcoming 4GC. I don’t like the paddle layout anymore - I think the E46 M3 had push/pull paddles so they felt more in line with how the manual shifting worked (push gear down, pull gear up). Now it’s left/right and I didn’t like the change

Maybe only £100 but why spend it if you’ll never use it?

Agreed if it's not what you want. My thoughts even if I didn't need it might be for resale value but again that might be 10 years away etc so who cares. Enjoy the new car

[pdk42]

Originally Posted by blueislander

Just picking back up on this. Did see a decent one AUC, a 435i. Made an enquiry and it had the auto box but no paddles? I didn't even know that was a thing... Assumed they all came with them for auto boxes.

My 335i came without paddles and also with the "non-sport" shifter. I retro-fitted them both. Neither is hard to do.

[blueislander]

Originally Posted by pdk42

My 335i came without paddles and also with the "non-sport" shifter. I retro-fitted them both. Neither is hard to do.

So not a different gearbox or anything? Just paddles that feed in. Thanks, I was worried it was a totally different box. I'm not pursuing that one as it is v low in options anyways but good info thanks.

[Jeff123]

Originally Posted by ZeroFx

Its insane when you are spending 45k on a 4 series. You can drive it 22 miles per day on 8k a year. So you can spend 20 minutes a day at 60mph or 40 mins at 30 mph

£635 in Depreciation
£130 a month in fuel if you are lucky
£42 a month in VED
£50 a month to insure it
£35 a month in tyres and servicing etc

So you are looking at around £850-£900 a month to drive a car for 20-40 mins per day and you are locked in to these costs for 48 months.

And you think these costs are not insane?

Correct IMO.

[isleaiw1]

Originally Posted by ZeroFx

Its insane when you are spending 45k on a 4 series. You can drive it 22 miles per day on 8k a year. So you can spend 20 minutes a day at 60mph or 40 mins at 30 mph

£635 in Depreciation
£130 a month in fuel if you are lucky
£42 a month in VED
£50 a month to insure it
£35 a month in tyres and servicing etc

So you are looking at around £850-£900 a month to drive a car for 20-40 mins per day and you are locked in to these costs for 48 months.

And you think these costs are not insane?

Depends on your priorities. I find the costs of golfing exorbitant. I find some of the fancy overseas holidays a ridiculous waste. If you can afford it and you want it, it’s your money to spend how you feel.

Just like you are free to do with yours whatever you want. I am sure we wouldn’t all on here agree with that as the best way to live life....

[dopper99]

Originally Posted by JustChris

Yep but I assume it's loaded. Top spec M4s now are high £70s into £80s crazy stuff.

Still revelling in my £51k all options I wanted M3

Hey Chris, have you got the M3 yet? Not sure if a missed a collection thread.

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by dopper99

Hey Chris, have you got the M3 yet? Not sure if a missed a collection thread.

Indeed and completed the RIS in Friday. . Loving the winter sun on the paintwork.

Silverstone interior has survived 2 football matches so far too. What a machine the CP is with the MPE. I was really in the fence about the volume but he'll yeah. It's awesome!

Azurite Black M3 CP MPE collected https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1539862

[Isow]

Originally Posted by FillUpAtTheBlackPump

I've just done this on a 6 GT. Provided the pre-reg car is less than 3 months old then it still qualifies for new car finance offers.

Got 0% apr and £25k off list on mine 😊

The 6 GT has fantastic sports seats.
So comfortable .

[FillUpAtTheBlackPump]

Originally Posted by Isow

The 6 GT has fantastic sports seats.
So comfortable .

Indeed they do! Mine actually has the optional comfort seats and the Nappa leather. It's an exceptionally nice place to spend time

[isleaiw1]

Originally Posted by FillUpAtTheBlackPump

Indeed they do! Mine actually has the optional comfort seats and the Nappa leather. It's an exceptionally nice place to spend time

Any pics / spec to post - I am one of the minority that really like them!

[JNW1]

Originally Posted by isleaiw1

Any pics / spec to post - I am one of the minority that really like them!

The 6 GT? Time you paid Specsavers a visit!

[FillUpAtTheBlackPump]

Originally Posted by isleaiw1

Any pics / spec to post - I am one of the minority that really like them!

I love it, but appreciate it is something of a marmite car. The looks have really grown on me!

630d GT M-Sport S-Drive

Mineral White
Black Nappa leather with contrast stitching
Piano black trim
Sensatec instrument panel

Display key
HUD
Enhanced Bluetooth
Gesture control
Wifi hotspot
20" 648M
M Sport brakes
Sun Protection Glass
Comfort seats
Active cruise with stop-go
Parking assistant plus
Harman Kardon surround sound
Apple Carplay

Plus the 6GT comes with pano roof, folding mirrors, Icon LED adaptive headlights, digital cockpit etc as standard.

Crappy dealer pic (I'm not much of a photographer!)

[MashinBenzin]

Originally Posted by FillUpAtTheBlackPump

I love it, but appreciate it is something of a marmite car. The looks have really grown on me!

630d GT M-Sport S-Drive

Mineral White
Black Nappa leather with contrast stitching
Piano black trim
Sensatec instrument panel

Display key
HUD
Enhanced Bluetooth
Gesture control
Wifi hotspot
20" 648M
M Sport brakes
Sun Protection Glass
Comfort seats
Active cruise with stop-go
Parking assistant plus
Harman Kardon surround sound
Apple Carplay

Plus the 6GT comes with pano roof, folding mirrors, Icon LED adaptive headlights, digital cockpit etc as standard.

Crappy dealer pic (I'm not much of a photographer!)

Excellent, I am another that really likes them. In many ways, a logical upgrade from my 4GC in the hunt for more practicality. Just prefer the more upright boot of the big SUVs.

[isleaiw1]

Originally Posted by JNW1

The 6 GT? Time you paid Specsavers a visit!

Wouldn’t do for us all to be the same - we could all be like Lobb...

[isleaiw1]

Originally Posted by MashinBenzin

Excellent, I am another that really likes them. In many ways, a logical upgrade from my 4GC in the hunt for more practicality. Just prefer the more upright boot of the big SUVs.

Whereas I have a SUV (an Audi..) and would be looking for something more car like with some practicality and a raised driving position...

[goodbyalfa]

Originally Posted by FillUpAtTheBlackPump

I love it, but appreciate it is something of a marmite car. The looks have really grown on me!

630d GT M-Sport S-Drive

Mineral White
Black Nappa leather with contrast stitching
Piano black trim
Sensatec instrument panel

Display key
HUD
Enhanced Bluetooth
Gesture control
Wifi hotspot
20" 648M
M Sport brakes
Sun Protection Glass
Comfort seats
Active cruise with stop-go
Parking assistant plus
Harman Kardon surround sound
Apple Carplay

Plus the 6GT comes with pano roof, folding mirrors, Icon LED adaptive headlights, digital cockpit etc as standard.

Crappy dealer pic (I'm not much of a photographer!)

Hell of a car just too big, well, for the uk...

[isleaiw1]

Originally Posted by FillUpAtTheBlackPump

I love it, but appreciate it is something of a marmite car. The looks have really grown on me!

630d GT M-Sport S-Drive

Mineral White
Black Nappa leather with contrast stitching
Piano black trim
Sensatec instrument panel

Display key
HUD
Enhanced Bluetooth
Gesture control
Wifi hotspot
20" 648M
M Sport brakes
Sun Protection Glass
Comfort seats
Active cruise with stop-go
Parking assistant plus
Harman Kardon surround sound
Apple Carplay

Plus the 6GT comes with pano roof, folding mirrors, Icon LED adaptive headlights, digital cockpit etc as standard.

Crappy dealer pic (I'm not much of a photographer!)

Looks very smart, it actually seems to suit lighter colours.

A lot of spec on yours that the Luddite in me wouldn’t be bothered about - but I would probably go 640i xdrive...in silver with black nappa, comfort seats, hud, big wheels, m sport plus pack, upgraded hi fi, and some other bits and bobs...

[blueislander]

Originally Posted by isleaiw1

Looks very smart, it actually seems to suit lighter colours.

A lot of spec on yours that the Luddite in me wouldn’t be bothered about - but I would probably go 640i xdrive...in silver with black nappa, comfort seats, hud, big wheels, m sport plus pack, upgraded hi fi, and some other bits and bobs...

I agree, one of the few cars that looks better in white than gunmetal etc. I quite like that, it's sort of bravely obtuse. So big you have to give it a nod. I'd have one and not give a monkeys given the chance!

[blueislander]

Booked to drive a 340i demonstrator next week. Am assuming it's near as dammit identical to the 440i coupe.

Lot of 3 series stock getting cleared on good deals which is due to the new model I assume?

[FillUpAtTheBlackPump]

Originally Posted by isleaiw1

Whereas I have a SUV (an Audi..) and would be looking for something more car like with some practicality and a raised driving position...

I was actually surprised how deep the boot is, they initially supplied an x3 boot mat by mistake and it was lost in there!

Obviously does lack height though, so wouldn't be good for carrying a big dog etc.

Ps if anyone wants an F25/26 genuine boot mat make me an offer!