[hinckley]

Originally Posted by 335is2011

The 440i side vent is now FAKE!!! It is apparently to commemorate someone at BMW's melanoma wart. I hope they all grow one in the same ugly shape on their foreheads!!

No LED foglights either, even though when ordering it shows in the picture and is listed as being part of the specs!!

Mirrors do not fold with the key-fob the way the 2017 440i at the dealership did!!

No roof-handles either!!

They also removed the small panel (I would've stored my wallet in) under the headlight switch!!

On top of it, the HUD is not visible with polarized sunglasses.

Wow, a little tough dude.

Side vent - I don't think they are functional on any 3/4 Series other than the Ms.

Fog lights - I presume that you have the Track Pack. Foglights are eliminated for additional cooling with that package. It is well documented in the order guide.

Mirror folding - I think auto-folding has always been a coding thing for US BMWs.

Roof handles - Again, never on the 4er.

Small panel - Always replaced with switches for options that you now have on the 4er that you must not have had on the 3er (i.e. HUD).

HUD - No HUD on any vehicle is visible with polarized sunglasses. This has been understand by most of us for a long time, certainly since my first BMW HUD way back in 2004.

[kern417]

the only thing I agree with is the vent. from my understanding, the function was to create an air curtain and help with gas mileage. it makes more sense on the //m since it's up by the side mirrors, but the regular 4 series vents did seem kind of low for that sort of function. regardless, it looks better with an actual hole. nobody likes fake vents, and they actually changed to a fake vent for the LCI. I can't imagine why it would make sense to go through new tooling and manufacturing to change that. Maybe from people complaining about stuff getting stuck in it.

[335is2011]

Originally Posted by drexplode

Anyone have a chance to drive the 440i LCI coupe? What do you think of the suspension/handling updates?

It drives excellent. I opted for the Adaptive M Suspension and find it to be awesome. I had the 2013 335is (E92) and the suspension was always hard. In this when I approach a speed bump I select "Comfort" setting and it goes over it like a Cadillac (a bit of an exaggeration). In Sport/Sport+ the handling is tight and complaint and great exhaust sound (with MPPSK option). The handling is great and it is fun to drive (it is a manual - 6 sp), compare to the 335is (which was twin-clutch).

[335is2011]

Originally Posted by hinckley

Wow, a little tough dude.

Side vent - I don't think they are functional on any 3/4 Series other than the Ms.

Fog lights - I presume that you have the Track Pack. Foglights are eliminated for additional cooling with that package. It is well documented in the order guide.

Mirror folding - I think auto-folding has always been a coding thing for US BMWs.

Roof handles - Again, never on the 4er.

Small panel - Always replaced with switches for options that you now have on the 4er that you must not have had on the 3er (i.e. HUD).

HUD - No HUD on any vehicle is visible with polarized sunglasses. This has been understand by most of us for a long time, certainly since my first BMW HUD way back in 2004.

Thank you for the clarification.
I guess I was hoping for the same options and then some, so it is a bit of a let down. I guess due to the weaker Euro they had to cut cost in order to make a profit.

[Versipellis]

Is it just me, or is the only real upgrade on the LCI 440 GC the LED tail-lights?

[ShahiniBmw]

are the reverse lights led too ?

[beto_L.A.]

Originally Posted by ShahiniBmw

are the reverse lights led too ?

yes

[SilverGrey]

Originally Posted by Versipellis

Is it just me, or is the only real upgrade on the LCI 440 GC the LED tail-lights?

The handling and suspension has been retuned; LED headlights; stitching on the dashboard; new paint colours; new leather colours; latest version of iDrive; some different dashboard trims; some different options available.

I agree though, mostly subtle changes.

[Tijo]

Have there been any more insights by how much the suspension and steering improved from the 2017 to the 2018 LCI RWD each with M Sport?
I am in the market for a CPO and there are many more 2017 models available which are better specced and about five grand less. I am wondering if the differences are rather minimal or would justify the 20% premium.

[Randy Johnson]

Originally Posted by prguy

I already posted this photo before on another thread, but thought I should also put it up here (hey, I am excited). It arrived today at the dealer and I should be picking it up on Friday morning. It is a 430i Carbon Blue.

Is this the 4x4 version?

[JrCidR1]

Originally Posted by jpm5150

Today was car delivery day, woot! I'm told I was the first 440xi coupe in the Pacific Northwest. On my first drive, I can feel a solid difference in steering and performance compared to my 2014 435xi. Even better, the M Power and Sound Kit along with all the carbon interior and exterior options sets this car on a whole new level. If you're thinking of getting a 4-series, you won't regret it.
I'll post better pictures and a video of the exhaust note soon.
IMG_0857 by Jeff Miller, on Flickr
IMG_0849 by Jeff Miller, on Flickr
IMG_0866 by Jeff Miller, on Flickr
IMG_0864 by Jeff Miller, on Flickr
IMG_0867 by Jeff Miller, on Flickr

Beautiful exhaust

[ZoranTerzic]

Originally Posted by Tijo

Have there been any more insights by how much the suspension and steering improved from the 2017 to the 2018 LCI RWD each with M Sport?
I am in the market for a CPO and there are many more 2017 models available which are better specced and about five grand less. I am wondering if the differences are rather minimal or would justify the 20% premium.

Hi mate
I had a 2013 435i coupe for 2 years before upgrading to a 2018 440i LCI coupe.
I can definitely say the suspension is more compliant on rougher roads and feels smoother on the highway.
It's not a night and day difference, but noticeable.
I can't say what the differences would be like on track as I've never tracked either. But the ride is definitely better.
B58 is a gem too!

[JC1994]

Nice

[dominikadrosiczek]

Originally Posted by JrCidR1

Beautiful exhaust

Beautiful car, but i think you should take custom exhaust

[magames]

Beautiful car!

[Harbbyc]

I love mine!

[gnjak47]

Beautiful car, but i think you should take custom exhaust