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      02-26-2014, 12:53 PM   #23
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The door unlock button in the middle of the dash
That's changing for IQS
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      02-26-2014, 12:58 PM   #24
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-No 'ALL' or 'SYNC' buttons in the AC
-AC always starts when starting the car, which is really annoying especially in good weather
-Very rough idle, the entire car (even the seats!) vibrates when the car is in standstill
-Several rattle sounds inside the car when accelerating hard (pedal to the metal), which is one of the main reasons I bought the car.
The AC turning on by itself is really annoying +1
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      02-26-2014, 01:17 PM   #25
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only 1 cigarette plug available in my 335 which i attached it with my escort passport 9500ix all the time. Wish i have an extra plug to charge my phones.
Which are you using? There's one under the dash under the glove box sort of to the left of it.
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      02-26-2014, 01:18 PM   #26
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ELECTRIC STEERING. I HATE THE ELECTRIC STEERING IN THESE CARS NOW... only thing I am going to miss getting out of my E90 for and there's no way in hell I'm gonna get an X1 (no offense to you X1 lovers out there).
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      02-26-2014, 01:42 PM   #27
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A few things.

- electric steering
- lack of road feel
- no "all" or "sync" buttons for the climate control
- body roll
- no manual option for n20 powered f30/32 equipped with xDrive
- lack of storage in center console
- headlights touching the grills
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      02-26-2014, 01:56 PM   #28
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Lack of steering feel and a suspension that is too soft are my most significant gripes.
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      02-26-2014, 02:11 PM   #29
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Lack of straightforward iPod/iPhone integration (unless you have EBT, Pro Nav etc).

Poor quality leather.

No option for digital speed readout in the instrument cluster - had this on my old A3 and it was great.

Tray cover for cup holders - annoying design means you can nearly rip your fingernails off trying to get it out. And then... oh wait I have to stash in unceremoniously in the glove box. Stupid.
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      02-26-2014, 02:21 PM   #30
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Hello guys,

Just borrowing this concept from my previous car forum as it worked out tremendously well and was a great tool for new buyers to research quickly and for existing owners to share and discuss what they DONT LIKE about the car.

Simply list as many as you can think of in point forms and discuss away! If possible, offer solutions if you have fixed the problem you once had.

Please also do check out the other thread of things that WE DO LIKE about the 3/4 Series to round out the perspective!

Thanks guys!

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I don't like how the 3 series will now be referred to the 3/4 series. It sounds like you will never be made whole---only 75% there.
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      02-26-2014, 03:54 PM   #31
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Don't care for the door unlock button on dash. Windshield defroster doesn't seem all that good for melting ice off windshield. Uses a ton of washer fluid with cold weather package. When lights are on and you use washers it will spray the headlights and you are out of fluid quickly.

Hate how easily the paint chips. Already had 3 or 4 when clear bra was applied at 700 miles.

Launch control needs too many steps. Simplify it.

Nav screen should fold down or disappear into dash.

Should be able to order Msport brakes with 18" all seasons.

Wheels seem to crack like spring ice and tires blow easily and run flats you have no spare. Stupid design if the point is NOT to strand you on the side of the road.

Map pocket in door intrudes and door pull is awkward.
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      02-26-2014, 04:07 PM   #32
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I found it easiest to not use my Nav hard drive and just leave an iPod in the center USB. The iPod stays on random even though I scroll through songs.
My wife's got our last working ipod for her honda because it won't read memory sticks so that options is right out
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- the stupid cover over the cupholders detach
- the buttons for drive modes (sport+, sport, comfort) should be easier to get to like on the steering wheel
- right now the driver's side armrest (on the door) is just flat...there should be a depression there you can grab on to like a handle that's further back on the door that makes it easier to swing the long doors of the coupe shut as well as grab on to when you swing the door open...the long vertical handle that's there right now is too far forward.
- weird that 'Auto' on the climate control still allows you to change fan speed? it should also allow you to sync left and right climate zones
- iPhone keeps disconnecting from Bluetooth when i try to play podcasts...i don't think iDrive fully supports iOS7 just yet...it only works sometimes (plays everything else though)
- not a huge fan of the rotary track selector on the wheel...that would have been better used as volume control and the volume buttons as forward and back buttons
- it's non-intuitive to be able to select tracks using the iDrive on the center console but then have to reach elsewhere to control the volume
- touchpad is a joke
- not a fan of how when you reverse, sometimes you have to change the view between top view and reverse view...it really should just show you both views on that widescreen iDrive screen
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Lots of comments so far about the technology, iDrive menu and controls, plasticky interior. Not much about the steering, handling, road feel or powertrain. BMW sure is attracting a new type of consumer. Their new marketing strategy at work.
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Electric power steering
Handling


There is much more I like about this car than don't like. Hate to say this, but it is growing on me. I was not happy at all at first. I'm coming around and warming up to the f3x's more and more now.
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      02-26-2014, 04:49 PM   #36
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Lots of comments so far about the technology, iDrive menu and controls, plasticky interior. Not much about the steering, handling, road feel or powertrain. BMW sure is attracting a new type of consumer. Their new marketing strategy at work.
Sad isn't it? The only thing I mentioned I didn't like was the steering. iDrive is iDrive and everyone complains about it yet imitates BMW on it. I think the road feel isn't that bad, but all stems from the Electric Steering. :-/
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      02-26-2014, 04:54 PM   #38
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Lots of comments so far about the technology, iDrive menu and controls, plasticky interior. Not much about the steering, handling, road feel or powertrain. BMW sure is attracting a new type of consumer. Their new marketing strategy at work.
I was thinking the same thing...
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      02-26-2014, 05:01 PM   #39
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The way I setup my seat, I cannot see my speedometer at all as the steering wheel blocks it ...good thing I have a HUD.

no lumbar support standard..Im always readjusting myself to get comfortable.
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Thumbs down Navigation system is attrocious

Most of my complaints with my new F34 have already been mentioned, but let me specifically call out the disaster that is the navigation system.
  • Poor routing; actually make that really poor routing
  • Lack of advance warning of multiple actions (i.e. turn right, then bear left)
  • Painful interface for entering addresses (and "send to car" functionality that may or may not work at a given moment from a given device)
  • Telling you what side of the street your destination is on after you've arrived
The last one is probably the most annoying. It's like the developers of the software are deliberately spitting in your face 50% of the time.
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      02-26-2014, 05:29 PM   #41
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Most of my complaints with my new F34 have already been mentioned, but let me specifically call out the disaster that is the navigation system.
  • Poor routing; actually make that really poor routing
  • Lack of advance warning of multiple actions (i.e. turn right, then bear left)
  • Painful interface for entering addresses (and "send to car" functionality that may or may not work at a given moment from a given device)
  • Telling you what side of the street your destination is on after you've arrived
The last one is probably the most annoying. It's like the developers of the software are deliberately spitting in your face 50% of the time.
I've experienced actually the exact opposite...

- Routing is excellent - I've compared the directions to Google Maps on my smartphone, and the routing is similar.
- Advance warning of multiple actions - gives you plenty of notice to take action. The directions are clear and concise.
- Interface - this I agree with. I use Google Maps/Send to Car app to send directions to the system. This is so much easier than entering an address using the iDrive system. However, I've used systems in other cars, and it's always hit or miss.
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Most of my complaints with my new F34 have already been mentioned, but let me specifically call out the disaster that is the navigation system.
  • Poor routing; actually make that really poor routing
  • Lack of advance warning of multiple actions (i.e. turn right, then bear left)
  • Painful interface for entering addresses (and "send to car" functionality that may or may not work at a given moment from a given device)
  • Telling you what side of the street your destination is on after you've arrived
The last one is probably the most annoying. It's like the developers of the software are deliberately spitting in your face 50% of the time.
Check which route you have selected - ie fastest, shortest, most economic... that changes the routes drastically. Factory setting is eco I believe. I changed mine and have no issues (then again I am not getting it in my order because I already have a $60k car on order, I have nav on my phone)...
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Check which route you have selected - ie fastest, shortest, most economic... that changes the routes drastically. Factory setting is eco I believe. I changed mine and have no issues (then again I am not getting it in my order because I already have a $60k car on order, I have nav on my phone)...
Yep - make sure to check these settings. Mine defaulted to Eco, and I also remember changing during the first few days of ownership.
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Yep - make sure to check these settings. Mine defaulted to Eco, and I also remember changing during the first few days of ownership.
Yeah he has the GT as well so he's got the updated Map Version too which has considerably more streets, poi, etc. The only thing I don't personally care for on the new navi is the iDrive controller being a touch pad as well. Who honestly uses that?! lol much easier to do voice commands or scroll and press.
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