[Matteo88]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

Yep; auto rev match removed a lot of the fun-factor on the 6MT for me...

yeah?? on every car that has this feature it reviews *so* well. i'm dying to try it myself and deathly curious as to whether or not i would leave it on because it's awesome or turn it off because it takes away from the true manual experience. i'm not a pro by any means but i take pride and pleasure in my ability to rev match on down shifts particularly in my current ride which has caca throttle response and a mooshy (i'm exaggerating) dual mass flywheel which i think takes some precision away. having the car do it for you means you nail it every time.. more efficient but that means i'd eventually lose the skill of being able to do that which makes me sad lol.

[MaximusJ]

Originally Posted by Matteo88

yeah?? on every car that has this feature it reviews *so* well. i'm dying to try it myself and deathly curious as to whether or not i would leave it on because it's awesome or turn it off because it takes away from the true manual experience. i'm not a pro by any means but i take pride and pleasure in my ability to rev match on down shifts particularly in my current ride which has caca throttle response and a mooshy (i'm exaggerating) dual mass flywheel which i think takes some precision away. having the car do it for you means you nail it every time.. more efficient but that means i'd eventually lose the skill of being able to do that which makes me sad lol.

Thats true, but you have to stay in sports+ all the time for it to be deactivated right?

[DrifterX]

Originally Posted by Matteo88

what killed me is the downshifts... if you closed your eyes you wouldn't know the car downshifted... no jerk, no engine braking. just seemed so light and effortless.

still want manual lol.

You can still get a jerk from downshifting if you re-engage clutch really quick and I engine brake all the time. I love the auto rev-match for my long commutes too.

[Matteo88]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

Thats true, but you have to stay in sports+ all the time for it to be deactivated right?

i think i'd be in sport+ all the time anyway. didn't find the ride too harsh at all and thought the throttle response, steering assistance and dampers were all too limp in comfort. having the choice is nice but glad the 3 is still sporty enough in its sportier setting.

[tristantumble]

Originally Posted by Matteo88

i think i'd be in sport+ all the time anyway. didn't find the ride too harsh at all and thought the throttle response, steering assistance and dampers were all too limp in comfort. having the choice is nice but glad the 3 is still sporty enough in it's sportier setting.

Rev match only deactivates when traction control is off. I tried sport+ and it still rev matched. I like it as my previous 335i didn't have it, but I do miss engine breaking.

[Matteo88]

Originally Posted by DrifterX

You can still get a jerk from downshifting if you re-engage clutch really quick and I engine brake all the time. I love the auto rev-match for my long commutes too.

so manual will engine brake as expected once the lower gear is engaged, eh?

[William452]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

As you know, I was in the same boat not too long ago. But i'm a proud new owner of a 2017 340XI for a week now. Everything has a price; including a manual transmission.

Found out my price was $7500 since I ended up signing for a 8AT 2017 for a $7500 rebate.

0.9% + $7500 rebate vs. 3.9% full price is the exact price, monthly, for my manual transmission. As much as I love MT, I realized that for $150 every two weeks, I could at least "try" to live without that third pedal.

We'll see in a couple months.

How does the $7500 rebate work? Do you just get that for free with no strings attached or something?

[MaximusJ]

Originally Posted by William452

How does the $7500 rebate work? Do you just get that for free with no strings attached or something?

Well that was a long and painful process... and I dont wish that to anybody lol.

August rebate was 2k on 2017 leases only but managed to get July's rebate for a good $3500 on my purchase for a starter. Then i asked the SA so he gives me his best shot, then I wont need to shop around, so we agreed on another 2k (5500 rebate so far). So I made a purchase offer on a car (a 6MT one ) that was in another dealership on friday night, but they sold it locally over the weekend.

So back to square one, but this time no manuals available with mpacks anymore. And the only 8AT ones had at least premium essentials; which I didnt want at first. So the sales director made amend about the first sale f*ck up and ended up sharing half of the cost of the package; for an additionnal 2k and I got the 18" with Michelin PS2's for free (so 8k rebate total really).

[Scottie65]

Possible new BMW owner:

How does this lease deal sound:


MSRP Options and Packages Dealer Options and Charges
2, 3 & 4 Fuel & Clean
8B73 - 340i xDrive Sedan
SP-BLD - No Charge Scheduled Maintenance 4yr/80k
Z4F - Premium Package Enhanced
- Alarm System
- Universal Remote Control
- Comfort Access
- Rear View Camera
- Electric Rear Sunshade
- Manual Side Sunshades
- Auto Dimming Exterior Mirrors
- Lumbar Support
- Heated Seats Rear
- Park Distance Control, Front and Rear
- High-Beam Assistant
- Active Blind Spot Detection
- Driving Assistant
- Surround View
- Head-Up Display
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio Tuner
- Harman/Kardon Sound System
- Speed Limit Info
- BMW ConnectedDrive Services Professional
Z5Z - M Performance Package
- M Sport Brake
- Adaptive M Suspension
- Variable Sport Steering
- High Speed Maximum w/ Perf. Tires
- Wheels: 21C or 23N
ZP2 - M Performance Package II
- M Performance Exhaust
- M Power Kit
ZTV - Smartphone Connectivity Package
- Wireless Charging w/ Extended Bluetooth and USB
- WiFi Hotspot
- Apple CarPlay Preparation
21C - 19inch M Light Alloy Wheel, Double-Spoke,
Bicolour Orbit Grey, Mixed RFT
475 - Black Sapphire Metallic
LCNL - Black Dakota Leather w/ Blue Contrast Stitching
Dealer Council Contribution
Platinum Security
Freight & PDI
Administration Fee
Tire Levy
Air Conditioning Tax

Interest Rate: O.9%
Payment Type: monthly
Term: 48 months
TOTAL KMs at Lease End: 48,000
Cash Downpayment: $0
Residual: (50%, 49%) $34,147.50

LEASE PAYMENT:
$579.56

PST:
$28.98

$46.36

TOTAL PAYMENT:
$654.90

UPFRONT PAYMENTS:

Trade as Downpayment:
$0.00

Bottom line - all in for $655/month.

[blue dragon]

That sounds like a helluva deal. How is the residual so high on the MY18?

[bobblehead]

Originally Posted by blue dragon

That sounds like a helluva deal. How is the residual so high on the MY18?

It's a MY17. Looks like he already owns it as stated on his profile

[Matteo88]

yeah that looks like a crazy deal. my latest quote on a MY18 340i RWD was $1076/month all in

residual on a 36mo/24000kms is only 52%. MB is at 59% on the C43. That makes a huge difference in the payment.

[bobblehead]

^ time to jump ship then (to MB) ?

[davegill]

That is an insane deal. Curious to know what % discount you got?

[William452]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

Well that was a long and painful process... and I dont wish that to anybody lol.

August rebate was 2k on 2017 leases only but managed to get July's rebate for a good $3500 on my purchase for a starter. Then i asked the SA so he gives me his best shot, then I wont need to shop around, so we agreed on another 2k (5500 rebate so far). So I made a purchase offer on a car (a 6MT one ) that was in another dealership on friday night, but they sold it locally over the weekend.

So back to square one, but this time no manuals available with mpacks anymore. And the only 8AT ones had at least premium essentials; which I didnt want at first. So the sales director made amend about the first sale f*ck up and ended up sharing half of the cost of the package; for an additionnal 2k and I got the 18" with Michelin PS2's for free (so 8k rebate total really).

Jeez, that's a fantastic deal. I'm going to keep an eye out and try to do the same thing in the next 6-18 months, I'm in the market for an M3/M4.

[MaximusJ]

Originally Posted by William452

Jeez, that's a fantastic deal. I'm going to keep an eye out and try to do the same thing in the next 6-18 months, I'm in the market for an M3/M4.

Just act like a pure MT-cunt like I did and they will most likely fail to deliver. Then, its game-on. I hope that MT will still be an option for M's in the future tho; that's another subject.

[Matteo88]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

Just act like a pure MT-cunt like I did and they will most likely fail to deliver. Then, its game-on. I hope that MT will still be an option for M's in the future tho; that's another subject.

how might one hone their MT-cunt skills?

[autopal]

Originally Posted by Scottie65

Possible new BMW owner:

How does this lease deal sound:


MSRP Options and Packages Dealer Options and Charges
2, 3 & 4 Fuel & Clean
8B73 - 340i xDrive Sedan
SP-BLD - No Charge Scheduled Maintenance 4yr/80k
Z4F - Premium Package Enhanced
- Alarm System
- Universal Remote Control
- Comfort Access
- Rear View Camera
- Electric Rear Sunshade
- Manual Side Sunshades
- Auto Dimming Exterior Mirrors
- Lumbar Support
- Heated Seats Rear
- Park Distance Control, Front and Rear
- High-Beam Assistant
- Active Blind Spot Detection
- Driving Assistant
- Surround View
- Head-Up Display
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio Tuner
- Harman/Kardon Sound System
- Speed Limit Info
- BMW ConnectedDrive Services Professional
Z5Z - M Performance Package
- M Sport Brake
- Adaptive M Suspension
- Variable Sport Steering
- High Speed Maximum w/ Perf. Tires
- Wheels: 21C or 23N
ZP2 - M Performance Package II
- M Performance Exhaust
- M Power Kit
ZTV - Smartphone Connectivity Package
- Wireless Charging w/ Extended Bluetooth and USB
- WiFi Hotspot
- Apple CarPlay Preparation
21C - 19inch M Light Alloy Wheel, Double-Spoke,
Bicolour Orbit Grey, Mixed RFT
475 - Black Sapphire Metallic
LCNL - Black Dakota Leather w/ Blue Contrast Stitching
Dealer Council Contribution
Platinum Security
Freight & PDI
Administration Fee
Tire Levy
Air Conditioning Tax

Interest Rate: O.9%
Payment Type: monthly
Term: 48 months
TOTAL KMs at Lease End: 48,000
Cash Downpayment: $0
Residual: (50%, 49%) $34,147.50

LEASE PAYMENT:
$579.56

PST:
$28.98

$46.36

TOTAL PAYMENT:
$654.90

UPFRONT PAYMENTS:

Trade as Downpayment:
$0.00

Bottom line - all in for $655/month.

I'm not saying your deal is bad, but I never understand the rational for leasing for 4 years. I always lease because I get bored easily, and want the new and greatest. I just leased a 2017 340 Xdrive with M performance 2 (MPPSK) and premium essential. (the MPPSK is fantastic). My lease is for 24 months with 20,000 KMS per year and $780 out the door with zero down. So, my lease will expire just in time to get into the new G20, if I like it. 4 year lease on the out going model, I could not do it.

[DrifterX]

Originally Posted by Matteo88

how might one hone their MT-cunt skills?

Involves standing your ground no matter what they try to throw at you.

Worked for me when my 428i GC 6MT got recalled and they couldn't order me another same spec vehicle because BMW Canada didn't offer it anymore... took a month or so until they agreed to put me in a 340i 6MT for no additional cost to me except for the 4 month wait for a production slot and delivery here lol.

[Matteo88]

Originally Posted by DrifterX

Involves standing your ground no matter what they try to throw at you.

Worked for me when my 428i GC 6MT got recalled and they couldn't order me another same spec vehicle because BMW Canada didn't offer it anymore... took a month or so until they agreed to put me in a 340i 6MT for no additional cost to me except for the 4 month wait for a production slot and delivery here lol.

good boy. way to set the example. i'm starting to think i'll just hang on until april-june... i figure once the G20 announces they'll be more prone to giving away the MY2018s...

[Kwando]

Bump to hear if other people have gotten any good 340 deals. December is around the corner and I'm hoping there will be some good incentives.

Sidebar - BMW Canada's website is absolute garbage for not updating the config with the 2018 340.

[dseven]

Originally Posted by Kwando

Bump to hear if other people have gotten any good 340 deals. December is around the corner and I'm hoping there will be some good incentives.

Sidebar - BMW Canada's website is absolute garbage for not updating the config with the 2018 340.

I am as well waiting to see what deals will be in December, in October the best i could find was around 810 tax in a month for lease,with options i want. November got nothing for 340i. Agreed on BMW.CA being absolute garbage, we are here towards the end of November and still cant build and price 2018 .