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also effects Sportwagons?
The salesperson I'm working with tells me that
there are some Sportwagon XIs on the way to the
dealership. When I ask for details on what's
coming he tells me his manager won't tell him
(policy?). So I won't commit to an unknown. If
the car's not commited for then it sounds like
an AWD will not be built, based on that bulletin.
This seems like an odd way to run a business. He
tells me if he can sneak a peek he'll call me.
Sounds like a dealership setup for insisting
on full MSRP.
As far as turning them on or off, with mine at least, if I leave mine on (Rain Sensors), they will NOT automatically activate if it starts raining. My guess is that this is a safety feature so that you do not drive into a car wash on a sunny day and destoy the wiper arms. All I have to do if it starts raining is change the setting and the wipers will activate and stay activated until I turn the car off again.
Oddly enough, I seem to remember from the video that came with my car that they should ALWAYS activate (unless the switch is in the "Off" position) when moisture is on the windscreen. If mine is broken, I want it to stay broken. I have a very early production E46, so it might be that this was a production change and the video was out of sync with my car.
For those of you who have the Rain Sensors, how do yours work?
Best Regards,
Shipo
If it was a direct conversion, I'd be driving an Aspire
Did he REALLY tell you he wouldn't tell you what equipment is on the inbound cars ????!!!!!!???!!! I'm stunned !! If that's really what the sales manager said, I'd be extremely nervous to spend/waste any more time at that store. Sounds more like some Pontiac/Chevy dealer from the 70s or a movie! Is there another dealer in your vicinity? That's quite a shame that the backward manager at that store is so cloak and dagger. I can't see what he thinks he could achieve (apart from control, in his mind, and beeping you off!).
Also, any projections on time spent at VPC, etc. before its ready for pick up would be appreciated.
- MCC
BMWNA says it will take about a month to get it to port, load it on a ship, get it to the east coast, and into my greedy, grubby paws.
Does this sounds right? Sounds reasonable to me I suppose. One week to get it on a ship, 2 weeks to make it to the US, and another week to make it to my dealership and get prepped.
Regards,
DL
oh, brave where did u hear about the CD being standard ?
I love the "M" wheels, I know some thinks it looks to busy, but they really make the car look more aggresive. Tires really do make the car,IMO, and they look great on the 330i.
The HK is a must, much, much better than without, but not as good as the Bose I had in my Audi.
Having the Xeones lights is cool, but I dont see the difference. Prem pack is good, I like the wood with the grey leather.
Having the A6 for two years, gurumike said it all. If you want a big car with lots of trunk space, perfect interior, good ride - take the A6 with the current lease program. ($499+tax, due up front 499 + tax, title lic. - on a $43,000 car)
However, if you want car thats fun to drive, handles like a charm and gets you in and out of traffic take the 3'er.
leatherette, metalic paint, steptronic and in-dash CD (no other options): $29,000
BTW, there were a large number of 325's on the dealer lot, so I would think they'd want to move 'em out for allocation.
Mountain Bikes: I appreciate everyone's comments so far. I think I will go with an established bike maker. Do you think I can fit a bike into the trunk of a 330? If not, can anyone recommend, a not so expensive bike carrier rack?
I use the Thule system on my cars. For the E46 (or most other BMWs for that matter) Thule makes an all purpose rack to which you can mount all kinds of stuff.
For a bike rack:
#753 -- $175.00 -- BMW Specialty Carrier
#589 -- $190.00 -- 2 Velo Vise Fork Mount ($95.00 each)
This system actually bolts into the 4 receivers hidden behind those plastic plates in the rain gutters. The beauty is that nothing actually touches the finish of your car.
Best Regards,
Shipo
I take delivery of my 325 next Thurs so I still have time to shop around for a better rate
Thanks
Invoice MSRP
Standard Equipment $24,450 $26,990
Every 2001 BMW 3-Series includes some standard equipment
Optional Equipment
· METALLIC PAINT (-METAL) $405 $475
· LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (K4__) $0 $0
· 5-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (205) $1,210 $1,275
· REAR WHEEL DRIVE (-RWD) $0 $0
· AM/FM STEREO W/CD PLAYER (650) $170 $200
· MOONROOF NOT DESIRED (-NORF) $0 $0
Total Options $1,785 $1,950
Destination Charge $645 $645
Advertising Fee $336 (included)
Total Options and Fees $2,766 $2,595
TOTAL $27,216 $29,585
Thanks
Drew
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One more question for you: you had mentioned that you guys rented out Range Rovers to some of the BBall players. Does your dealership run a rental fleet or these are demo vehicles that are also used for special occasions like, say Shaq going out on the town?
And by the way, put another quarter in the jukebox and lets lift one last round to John Lee.
MB C-class vs BMW 3 series vs Lexus IS300
forum where Vtech and Silverlex were bashing around.... 0-60 times of 325s vs IS
It's great to be back home!
Need to smack some of the ISers around.
M3 Frank
Under 3 series, you can choose between 330i, 330i SE and 330i Sport Sedan. What made you think you couldn't get a 330i there?
Worth mentioning, winner of 5 stars in Autocar magazine (only 5 or 6 cars a year get that) The 330d, with 185 hp and, most relevantly, a MASSIVE 280 lbs/ft torque almost all the way across the rev range. Thats more than the M3.
Go to www.bmw.uk.co then select the "3" at the top (just like the US site), you'll immediately see the 330i sedan option (it may say "saloon", that's English for Sedan).
That is correct, you need both parts to make it work. However, the "BMW Specialty Carrier" portion is reusable for the likes of Bikes, Skis, Snowboards, Surfboards, Windsurfers, Canoes, Kayaks, Boxes and Baskets. In my case, I have two of the Velo Vise Fork Mounts which work for both road and mountain bikes.
Frank,
Isn't our ex-buddy v_tech a piece of work?
Best Regards,
Shipo
This is to address the comments about the people who've decided to keep off the comparison boards (eg. MB vs BMW vs IS) - stick it out there and address some concerns of potential buyers, because a lot of people only hang out at comparison boards and base their decisions on the loudest voices there :-(
FWIW, I've test-driven a bunch of cars in this class (325ix, 325i, Acura TL, TL Type S, Volvo S40, S60, Lexus IS300, Audi A4 1.8T and 2.8 with Quattro, Saab 9-5 and 9-3). Honestly, the only ones that are really fun to drive and at the top of MY list as potential buys are the 325 (non x) and Lexus IS300. The S40 is a blast to drive too, for a FWD machine, but reliability ratings are deep in the gutter!
Congratulations on such a lively and fun board, by the way.
Oh - and perhaps the only advantage of staying out of the comparison boards is a selfish desire to see less BMW 3's on the road, eh?
-ashu
ps: brave1heart has got to be the most prolific (non-flame) posting member at Edmunds!
gurumike - I, also, would like to know more about cloth seats. When your car arrives, please let me know about the texture of the cloth.
One thing that IS owners don't realize is that their car is really a BMW wannabe. I'm not trying to bash the IS (even though it looks like a little kids car with the ugly clears), but it is really a BMW wannabe and they built it with BMW in mind. I'm not saying the Mercedes C series is trying to be a BMW, but the IS, ughhhhh......it really tries to be.
I can tell you one thing.....if the Lexus IS300 were the exact same price as the 325 or 330, I bet 95% of the people out there would choose the BMW hands down. I can guarantee this.
M3 Frank
M3 Frank
No moon roof - Stoked !! Finally my own 3 series where I can sit in my most ideal driving position with out having my hair brush against the roof (a frustration from both of my previous 3ers). I prefer a higher, very upright driving positions (a client once asked me why I had a "womans" driving position, as if all guys should be "laid back").
Brave1heart - (and others!) look for some links later today which will include STUNNING shots illustrating how much nicer white looks with your favorite, that's right, clears !!!!!!
And also - the electric rear sun shade is the bomb!! I can't believe it's offered in places like England, but not over here! It fits super well and spreads the width of the back window, unlike in the new C class Benz which almost looks silly as there are about 15 inch gaps on each side of the shade when it's up.