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But, I agree... horsepower is pretty far down the list..
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DL
An automatic BMW diesel! Yikes, I hope not.An automatic would kill performance and gas mileage. IMO that kind of defeats the purpose of buying a fuel saving BMW!
She got about 30 MPG vs stick at about 31 to 32 !!
The new auto trans are very efficient!
I actually spoke with a Bridgestone rep a couple of years ago and that question came up. He hemmed and hawed for a bit and said Bridgestone "does not recommend that a run flat tire be patched".
The major difference with run flat tires are that they have extra rubber in the sidewalls to support the load when they lose air. That tends to give them a stiffer ride.
Even though they are not recommended to be patched, I am aware of tire dealerships that will patch them.
Best Regards,
Shipo
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automatics are fine as long as there is a manual option! As 307Web noted, sales are important and most N. Americans like automatics.
My wife's 83 MB300D is automatic and I dont think manual will transform her vehicle into a racer.
Are there "winter tire run flats" or is a temporary spare an available option when run flats are not on the car ? Somehow, the "spare in a can" thought does not breed much confidence --- especially in the case of a longer trip.
Looks like I have you by four days (the 1st). Wow, what a price. Are you taking ED delivery, or are you getting the car for that price and taking delivery here? Yea, I ordered sight unseen, other than the ample (I hope) reviews read and pics seen in mags and internet. Good luck and happy fiftieth this Nov.
psyran
Hope this helps.
Oops! As you were! I placed my bet, and I just lost. I just checked the Michelin website, and guess what? The Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 is listed as being manufactured with two different speed ratings in the 225/45 R17 size in both conventional and RunFlat configurations, the standard tire is rated at 130 mph, and the "Z" rated tire is good for 149 mph. The reference to those tires can be found at: http://www.michelinman.com/assets/pdfs/doc_pilotalpinpa2.pdf
Hmmm, I'm still inclined to go for the conventional tires and "The Can" instead of opting for the RunFlats.
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Shipo
Of course since the E90 is being equipped with a tire pressure monitor, the driver will know exactly how long they were running under "RunFlat" mode.
Best Regards,
Shipo
To the best of my knowledge, the difference is mainly in the sidewalls and the price!
It would be interesting to know if BMW will still offer a spare tire as an option on Run Flat cars. Actually, I believe Bridgestone likes to refer to them as EMTs or Extended Mobility Tires.
I know that Sienna minivans equipped with EMTs also have a conventional space saver spare tire option.
I am getting that price, but, I am waiting to place my order until the cars actually hit the dealership. They may have one coming in for me with their initial allotment. I've already negotiated with two dealers, but, the one by my house is where I already bought our 7 and my friend's 6 and the price on the new 3 is my "commission" for getting them the other two sales where they made a few $$$.
Im also wondering since there is no conventional key, when your battery dies, how do you get in ? won't be having time to wait around for RSA every time, i get a flat, dead battery ect..
DL
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José
You should not be worried about iDrive in your car. All the fuss about it is coming mostly from magazine testers and other people who have not used iDrive properly, IMHO. Most iDrive users, as myself, found it is a useful convenience. iDrive is not for using it everyday. iDrive is only to preset the car for your preferences. Once done that, you do not have to use iDrive except for trip computing and a few other things. You might as well have a look to post 1019 at the Edmunds Luxury Performance Sedans Forum and to other scattered posts but coming from iDrive users.
Best regards,
José
1)Hatchbacks
2)Diesels
Being a contrarian myself, I would love to buy a BMW 130d hatchback(if it does exist).
Do they burn cleaner or is it the same dirty technology?
I hear the oil companies are developing clear diesel from natural gas which could be used on all existing diesel engines.
A cleaner version of diesel will be introduced in USA soon. How soon I dont know?
BTW, I was looking at inventory online at a KS Center and they list a 2006 330i. Has anyone's Center have cars available for test drives yet ?
DL
www.sasolchevron.com/fuel_performance.htm
The reduction in particulate matter isn't as great as one might hope. Note that they refer to 2006 requirements for reduced emissions and the talk of after-treatment processes.
Those would probably hurt performance and fuel-consumption?
On another note I finally tracked my car down! http://www.sailwx.info/shiptrack/shipposition.phtml?call=3ERP5
DL
One step nearer to my being carbon neutral!
Anybody else hear that?
Best Regards,
Shipo
Regards,
chillnyc
One thing that I have really enjoyed about the 3-Series forums here in the TownHall is that for the most part, folks here write well and primarily use fairly classic English, which is a skill, discipline and even art form unto itself. Speaking strictly for myself, I'm hoping that the discussions here continue to soar above the sea of new vernacular.
Best Regards,
Shipo
Besides 298 mini-horses = 258 Clysdales. :P
Spoke with the dealer in Charlotte on Saturday, and their stock should be arriving later today or tonight (wednesday at the latest). From there, they are going to schedule some test drives (myself included in that lot), which will incorporate some sort of slalom course in order to show off the vehicle's handling and performance. That part sounds really cool, especially since it's going to rain tonight and it would be fun testing it on a wet track (i.e. get to test the theory of rear will drive vehicles running on run flats). One of the launch vehicles coming in will be a manual 330i with the Sports Package, which is the one that I'm leaning heavily on.
So I'll try to be as objective as possible in relaying my feedback. For those of you interested with the "spacing improvements" of the vehicle, that's one area that I will pay heavy attention to since I am of the not-so-petite variety.
I'm anxious to hear everyone else's feedback too. Looking forward to it. This forum has been an excellent source of information and at times, entertainment.
Luke
Let me just say that while it wasn't a necessity, I'm glad BMW has finally decided to do the in-dash changer for CDs rather than in the trunk of the car or in the case of MB C class, the glove box. If you're going to spend the money on a premium car, might as well have the same standard configuartion as other cars in its class. My additional 2 cents, which puts me up to 4 this morning.
Best Regards,
Shipo
I digress - here's a link to access the portal to get to that diagram:
http://www.bmwusa.com/BMW2003/Templates/MicroSiteHandlerNew3.aspx?NRMODE=Published&NRORIGI- - NALURL=%2fvehicles%2ffuturevehicles%2fnew3&NRNODEGUID=%7bF446C022-6564-4244-8D0C-C379EC26D- - 2A4%7d&NRCACHEHINT=Guest&bhcp=1
Once you click on the "Explore the New 3 series" link, a separate window should pop-up. On the left nav, click smarter, and once it finishes loading, click on Logic 7 System. The diagram of the speaker placement is on the right.
Speakers are not on the seat but below as by now probably already mentioned.
FYI - One more day until i finally get to see this 330i in person; 3 across america tour hits san francisco tomorrow.
Funny, cars are hitting the showroom 1 week after this tour, do you guys think it is worth it for a 3 hour round trip drive to see this car 1 week early? Or will I even get enough time to sit in this car and mess around with it.
Feedback please!
Some posters write volumes and include several of these abbreviations per post.
Just my opinion. Perhaps it doesn't bother anyone else.
Anyhow, the adrenaline is building up. Can't wait for us to drive the new 2006 330i sedan and post our impressions. Then we can take some volume away from the M35/45 board.
Just made my appointment to test drive the new 330i with ZSP, ZPP, and manual for today at 6:00 pm EST. Full report to come tomorrow.
Best Regards,
Shipo
IMHO -- In My Humble Opinion
FWIW -- For What It's Worth
IOW -- In Other Words
Hmmm, I think I'm going to attempt to start a new trend and write everything long hand from here on in. Errr, does that mean that I now have to write Three-Series?
Best Regards,
Shipo
My most urgent plea is for everyone within the sound of my keyboard to please make your appointments to drive the new 3 series(I believe that answers your query, Shipo )now and post your experiences forthwith.
Thank you.
hpowders
Shewwww.. I am tired... :P
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