BMW 3-Series 2005 and earlier

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  • jasonkureejiijasonkureejii Member Posts: 210
    I haven't heard any clicking noise in the column when I'm turning with the indicator on besides the indicator, nor have I felt any hesitation in the ignition. However, does the clicking occur without the indicators on turns? How about without turning? I would speculate that if you answered both "no", a turn signal solenoid of some sort (just a guess) in the steering column might be loud enough to cause the noise you hear. I'll have to really check mine, but you must really be concentrating on it, no? What region of the country are you in? It shouldn't matter, since it's mostly likely hot as you know what most everywhere this month. If it was cold, I would say you might have some hesitation in the morning. How much hesitation? You shouldn't have to turn the iginition for more than second, I would think. That may be of more concern, that is, your ignition system.
  • bmwagonmasterbmwagonmaster Member Posts: 150
    I noticed a similar problem last week while on vacation, plus a rougher idle. But it happened just after I had just filled the tank with gas at the place we had driven to. I used up that tank of gas on drive home, then filled up at my regular local station. After the local fill-up, both problems disappeared. Both places were "name brand" stations, and I used premium both times; but it was obviously the regional formulation of the gas that mattered. You might want to try some "new" gas and see if it helps you too.
  • jasonkureejiijasonkureejii Member Posts: 210
    Can anyone give me a guess as to how long these Continental 225s will last me. They seem pretty soft, but I guess that's what gives it more grip. The sales manager I mentioned previously who test drives for BMW, told me I'd be lucky to get 20-25K on them, but told me they're good performance tires that are even better on wet roads....also, my DSC light flickered today when I attempted to downshift right before I came upon a ridge in the road...guess it decided to kick in. Does anyone have this function turned off...is it necessarily inefficient to drive with it on under normal driving conditions (dry, hot A-to-B traffic)?

    bmwwagon,

    good point!
  • allanoallano Member Posts: 175
    Hi all,
    Got back yesterday from 7+ hours between Buffalo and Boston in 90+ degree heat on the NYS Thruway (two lanes each way). If it were not for the power of the 325 to pass drivers who think they own the left lane, I could have gotten very angry with 8 or 10 people. It is unbelievable how quickly even the wagon (wagon owners -- BMWNation calls it a "Touring" car) with AWD accelerates from 60 to 90 in 5th gear (sweet spot in the torque curve). I got about 30mpg on the road because of the extra weight this combination carries; get about 26mpg in the city.
    Well anyway, I would like to suggest that people who like to downshift try to set a rpm with the accelerator before engaging the clutch. The "blip" method works alright but is not quite as precise. Trying to set a rpm without looking at the tach takes some practice because you can't hear the engine but any change in petal position in the right direction will reward you in both upshifting and downshifting.
    Try this for starters. In a level, open stretch of road with no traffic, run at about 2000 rpm in 4th gear without changing speed, hold that accelerator position, press in the clutch (the engine should not change speed), press down the accelerator a small amount (glance at the tach.), hold this new accelerator position and then gently engage the clutch (with a little reverence for the car -- don't pop it). If you are anywhere near the target speed for 3rd (~2600), the car will not jerk back or forward. Practice this enough, have it become more automatic and your passengers will not know you have downshifted.
    Try this procedure in the opposite direction for _leisurely_ up-shifts. Don't take your foot completely off the accelerator but rather just bring it up a small amount and then re-engage the clutch (with a little reverence again). Smooth as silk after a while.

    A tip for first-time users of 5th gear. If you are not sure you are in 5th or 3rd, bring the clutch up slowly and glance down at the tach. If the tach needle starts to fly up quickly, you found 3rd gear and you will need to search for 5th again.
  • burrsrburrsr Member Posts: 255
    I also use the "partial throttle" shifting method all the time for leisurely cruising. Once you perfect it, shifts are as smooth as an auto -- passengers would not even notice a shift unless thay had been watching your right hand. This method is also creates much less wear-and-tear on the clutch (less slippage), engine mounts, and driveline components (less "buck", which put small amounts of stress on the driveline).

    However, when going for all-out acceleration, I still use the clutch to "launch" the car during every upshift. I figure that averages nicely with the partial throttle shifts to yield "normal" wear-and-tear overall. :)
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    My 325i's engine starts immediately - there is absolutely no lag of any sort. This is one of the first things that impressed me about the car. My VR6 used to take about a second, the A4 takes maybe a split second but the 325 has absolutely no lag whatsoever. I think trying different type of gas is a good tip, as is trying it in various weather conditions. I would not worry about it too much but you may want to have the dealer look at it next time you bring the car in for service.
  • allanoallano Member Posts: 175
    Read the referenced article on the heel/toe method of (down) shifting and agree that you can't use both heel and toe on the current 325 series.
    However, the accelerator and brake petals of the 1972 BMW 2002 were set up to use both. When braking with the ball of your foot, the accelerator petal was the same level as the brake petal. Rotating your braking foot would bring your heel very nicely on top of the accelerator petal so that a bend of the ankle would raise engine speed. Works a whole lot better than using the ball of the foot for both.
  • jk26jk26 Member Posts: 27
    Thanks.....
  • patpat Member Posts: 10,421
    While you are waiting here for someone to address your specific leasing questions on a 325 or 330i, have you thought about looking into the discussions in our Finance, Warranty & Insurance Board? There are also several leasing discussions taking place on our Smart Shopper Board.

    Just a thought - hope it helps.

    Pat
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  • jasonkureejiijasonkureejii Member Posts: 210
    maybe you can answer my question on the treadlife of the tires, since I'm no tire expert either.....
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    Contis - between 20 and 30K miles depending on how you drive. If you like spinning the rears a lot, you'll be closer to 20. If you don't spin them as much, you'd get close to 30 even if you are often driving at the limits of adhesion. Overall, the Contis are quieter than the Turanzas and Pilots and also great performance tires.

    Heel and toe - it's more like toes without a heel with the 3 series, I agree. I try braking with the left part of my foot and then sliding it to the right where the accelerator is when diving into a corner.

    Downshifting - the clutch only wears out when riding it. If you downshift abruptly but pop the clutch out fast, you won't wear it out much. The drawback, of course, is that it's not smooth driving. When I don't have passengers in the car, I'm not very concerned about driving that smooth - I drop the clutch fast even when I downshift into high RPM's. Sometimes it needs a blip but it's not to protect the clutch as much as to drive smoother and faster. In reality, when I have passengers in the car, I tend to drive a lot less aggressive and therefore it is easier to be smoother. This is when I'd typically blip the accelerator when I need to or even release the clutch much slower so my passengers would be more comfortable. The key thing to remember is to adapt to driving conditions. If I'm driving on snow, for example, I won't be releasing the clutch nearly as fast, as I'd be jeopardizing the car's stability.
  • deepdarkbludeepdarkblu Member Posts: 33
    You must be very very happy. Just remember to take it easy for the first 1200 miles--nothing over 3500 RPM and 100 MPH.

    Also, a little spelling police here. Just FYI--pinnach should be spelled panache.
  • joer325xijoer325xi Member Posts: 10
    I wanted to second GuruMike's recommendation for Klasse. I've been using this product for the last 18 months on my 323i (Bright Red). It is a one step product from Germany that produced fantastic results. It cleans and polishes your paint and truely leaves a mirror finish that equals or betters the Zaino results I've seen posted. There is also a Klasse super coat that is optional. I've never used it. The finish with the base product has been more than enough. It's ridiculously easy to apply as long as you are in the shade. Great product that dosen't get the hype that Zaino does.
  • jasonkureejiijasonkureejii Member Posts: 210
    I'd find it pretty difficult to drive anywhere under 3500 =}... I tend to believe the sales manager who I was chatting with... he told me of course not to "redline it", that it isn't disastrous to spend a little time in the range of 4500 to 5000, and above all, to range my speed driving back (150 miles) and even hit 110MPH if I'm comfortable with it....and when I'm in the city, try to vary my driving conditions, that is, take it for spin on the highway every once in awhile....
  • bmwagonmasterbmwagonmaster Member Posts: 150
    My local BMW dealer is currently advertising a lease on a 2001 325 with Steptronic and premium package as follows:
    $399/month, $3800 down, $20,288 residual,
    36 months, 12k miles/year;
    I have no idea how this compares with other places or if it's a "good deal" (I'm not leasing), but I noticed you hadn't gotten any feedback from our usually helpful Board. Maybe some other posters/leasers can reply also, especially gurumike, who should be able to give you reliable advice.
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    In spite of suing me, I still think you're a good man :o)
  • hippo168hippo168 Member Posts: 115
    I couldn't find any info regarding the Klasse car polish from the Rocky Mountain MotorWorks or any other websites...

    Seems like it will achieve similar results from that of Zaino, but with less work/time. Do you have any more info? Thanks.
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    In spite of suing me, I still think you're a good man :o)
  • bmwagonmasterbmwagonmaster Member Posts: 150
    OK, I'm a sucker for a compliment. I'm withdrawing the lawsuit and you can have your car back. But I better not get a bill from denright...(;>}
  • bmwagonmasterbmwagonmaster Member Posts: 150
    In honor of brave's kind words about me, I present:


    http://www.autogeek.net/klasse.html

  • reubencahnreubencahn Member Posts: 102
    I have a friend who uses it and swears by it. I almost used this rather than Zaino but someone on the Zaino board here said they had tried both and Zaino was easier and lasted longer. But I'd be really interested to hear from someone else who had tried both. I'm always looking for an easier way.
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    Thank you for your kindness. I can't promise you the bill part, though - that you never know :o)

    BTW, you're displaying a remarkable knowledge of "geeky" web sites. Wondering if it's related to the wagon ownership in any way. Who knows, the next discussion might be called "The Wagon Thing" :o)
  • allanoallano Member Posts: 175
    In support of a fellow wagon owner, I might suggest it be called "The Touring Thing" ;-}
  • resipsa32resipsa32 Member Posts: 3
    I'm contemplating purchasing BMW's car phone w/voice recognition software as an option at the time I buy my BMW 325ci, but its a little on the pricey side, i.e. $1600 msrp. The phone package offers voice recognition/hands free and integration through the steering column. I like hands free option, which is the real motivation for buying the phone, but I think I can get it cheaper buy having a non-BMW phone installed elsewhere. The salesman claims that any other installation won't work or will void my warranty. I'm not too sure about this. Any thoughts?
  • bmwagonmasterbmwagonmaster Member Posts: 150
    To borrow a line attributed to Ginger Rogers:
    "Remember that I did everything Fred Astaire did, but backwards while wearing high heels." Now think Sedan=Fred & Wagon=Ginger. (;>]
  • genie1genie1 Member Posts: 398
    For those of us who don't mind making passengers clamber into the back seat. I've yet to see anyone manage that maneuver with panache/pinnache/spinach.

    :)
    (sorry, couldn't resist temptation)
  • rpadillarpadilla Member Posts: 53
    Just picked up my 3301 (TiSilver, black leather, SP, PP, CD, Xenons), and I have a question for BMW owners -- I live in the upper midwest, and, snow will be coming soon, so, I probably will want to buy some winter tires. Tire Rack says that I should buy a set of wheels with snow tires, that it is not recommended to put snow tires on the M wheels. Does anyone have any guidance for a newby BMW owner?
  • genie1genie1 Member Posts: 398
    My understanding is that buying a set of steel rims is recommended so you don't ruin your M wheels if you opt for the snow tires. (just hearsay, I don't know anything about this) As you have the SP its probably a v. good idea to get snows esp. in Indiana.

    I lived in Bloomington for a couple of years. They never cleaned the roads as much as they should have. Toronto does a much better job of cleaning the roads which is why I am debating the snows/all seasons for my car. (But I don't have the SP either.)

    Congrats on your new purchase. I'm sure you will be very happy. (the road from Bloomington to Nashville would be perfect to practice handling twisties, eh?)
  • rpadillarpadilla Member Posts: 53
    Just picked up my 3301 (TiSilver, black leather, SP, PP, CD, Xenons), and I have a question for BMW owners -- I live in the upper midwest, and, snow will be coming soon, so, I probably will want to buy some winter tires. Tire Rack says that I should buy a set of wheels with snow tires, that it is not recommended to put snow tires on the M wheels. Does anyone have any guidance for a newby BMW owner?
  • kominskykominsky Member Posts: 850
    While I agree with genie1 on getting steel wheels, I highly doubt you'll find 17" steel wheels that will fit your car (16" won't fit over a 330's disks).

    I intend to get a 17" wheel and winter tire package (probably from TireRack) to swap on/off every year.

    As far as using your 'M' wheels and putting snows on them, it wouldn't take too many years of paying for mounting and balancing (not to mention potential damage to them while this is being done and winter road hazards, salt, etc) to make up the price of the extra wheels.
  • genie1genie1 Member Posts: 398
    If you use the M (alloy in my case) wheels with snows, you have to get them mounted and balanced 2x a year. Right?

    Or one can buy wheels (rims) and tires and just change the whole thing themselves in their garage?

    I'm new to this snow tire thing. No one I know in TO has them.

    What other kind of wheels can you use for the snows (other than steel)?
  • kominskykominsky Member Posts: 850
    "If you use the M (alloy in my case) wheels with snows, you have to get them mounted and balanced 2x a year. Right? Or one can buy wheels (rims) and tires and just change the whole thing themselves in their garage?"


    Both statements are correct.


    "What other kind of wheels can you use for the snows (other than steel)?"


    alloy (aluminum, mag., etc). When I read "steel wheels", I instantly thought of the plain black steel wheels you would normally put hubcaps on. I guess to be fair, many aftermarket wheels use a decent amount of stainless steel so calling them steel wheels may not be as inaccurate as I had implied.


    for what it's worth, I think I'll be getting a package with AT-italia TYPE 5 wheels. They're copies of the E36 M3 wheels...


    http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/at_italia/at_italia.htm

  • j330ij330i Member Posts: 27
    I think I am going to try to use Klasse over the Zaino. Does anyone have any reccomendations on a car wash??? Anyone who has experience with the Klasse, did you wash your car with Dawn first or use a clay bar? or did you simply wash it using a car wash and then apply the Klasse all in one? Any comments would be appreciated.
  • dundedunde Member Posts: 32
    The clicking sound only happens when I m turning the steering wheel and when the left/right indicator is ON. This is besides the indicator tic-toc sound. I live in Albany NY and for the last 2-3 weeks it has never been below 70 degrees. So its not cold here at all and I wonder why the engine startup is like that. I always fill Mobil 93 Octane. I will try Exxon and see. Hmmmm !!! it seems like no one is having these 2 problems ... I guess time to go to the Dealer and get these checked. BTW Braveheart / Jason / bmwwagonmaster what gas are u guys filling ?
  • genie1genie1 Member Posts: 398
  • tcn2ktcn2k Member Posts: 277
    The hard starts sounds like a fuel pump problem. The seal that keeps the fluid inside the chamber after you turn off your car is bad. The chamber should hold the fuel so that at next start-up, it can turn the engine right off instead of trying to pump the fuel. Had the same problem last week with my Jeep Grnd Chr. It gotten worse till where it took me 2 times to started the engine. Usually if you leave the engine sitting for more then 15 min. trying starting it. They replaced the pump and the seal.
  • jasonkureejiijasonkureejii Member Posts: 210
    I just received my car this last Saturday, so my vehicle may not be the best representation for one broken in a bit (it has currently ~400 miles). In fact, on the way home for lunch, I concentrated (no music/AC) on the steering column when I took a turn left with the indicator on. I could not hear anything besides the ticking of the indicator, which I must say is a loud enough as it is! I have not read any posts for either occurance, so this is new to me. I would have to say that the clicking noise must be loud enough to distinquish from the indicator. That seems to be minor, but I understand your concern.

    The ignition however is definitely worth mentioning to the service dpt. I just gassed up at a Mobil, 91 Octane. The sales manager told me that Exxon has been his choice, since their fuel has a good cleaning agent of some sort. I would have to say that this is the first car I had to worry about where I get my gas. On the second tank, I haven't had any problems with the Mobil (I tried to find a nearby Exxon but couldn't on the way home from work), and seems to be starting and performing just as well, I guess. Maybe you did get some "bad" gas...maybe when you run it low, you could find some kind of decent fuel cleaner and gas up some place else. Otherwise, I would still mention this to the dealer, because the vehicle's ignition should start up immediately. Sorry if I wasn't much help...
  • rpadillarpadilla Member Posts: 53
    Thanks for the great info! I will surf tire rack and probably order something in the mid-fall -- you don't happen to know where I can get some 325i sport wheel 7-spoke knockoffs? If not, the Type 5s will do.

    BTW, I absolutely love my 330i, and I am not quite sure how I was able to live without it! (I did love my Land Rover Disco, too, but, the 330i is pure ecstacy).

    Also, do you guys service your cars at the same place you bought them? The local BMW dealer (the ONLY BMW in IN) will be servicing my car, and, I know the salesman has taken it personally that I didn't buy from him....any thoughts?
  • rpadillarpadilla Member Posts: 53
    BTW, genie1, I am originally from Toronto (born there, raised in Chicago). Have you driven your 3-series without any problems in the snow/ice on the OEM wheels/tires?
  • ricci1ricci1 Member Posts: 2
    You will find that price for the phone can vary from $1600 to $2400 depending on exactly what you get if your being quoted installation etc etc, as far as voiding the warranty it is possible that the warranty would be void if, after an installation of a non-bmw phone, you have problems with the electrical system. If you go to a reputable carphone installation centre then you should be fine, and if something goes wrong as did with one of my customers when she had a remote start fitted, you can either take them to court for damaging your car or get them to fix whatever is wrong
  • hippo168hippo168 Member Posts: 115
    The place I live prevent me from efficiently doing a car wash myself. The most I can do is to clean the interior, the wheels, and maybe put the polish on. All these still need to have some significant work to transfer buckets of water back and forth... I think I'll go to the auto car wash.

    But I have the same question as j330i: Can I just apply the Klasse polish afterwards?
  • denrightdenright Member Posts: 285
    I am not sure that this will help, but I can tell you EXACTLY why I bought a BMW.

    I recently turned 30. I am an attorney with a healthy income, a wife, and 2 labradors. I expect to start having kids within the next year or two.

    I love to drive. Fast. I live in an urban area (DC) and I deal with a lot of traffic. I also take a lot of medium length (3-5 hour) road trips.

    I have always driven manual transmissions, and I am not willing to switch to automatics, because they bore me and make me feel like a passenger even when I am behind the wheel.

    DC does get winter weather, including lots of ice storms, and maybe 20 inches of snow per year.

    In light of all the above, I wanted a sport sedan with 6 cylinders, sub-7 second 0-60 times, superb handling, and a large enough interior for 4 people. I wanted it small enough for easy city lane changing and paralel parking. It had to have a manual transmission, and it had to be good looking.

    I also wanted some prestige. I deal with older attorneys and wealthy clients on a day to day basis. Projecting an image of maturity and success is important to me for my career. You may call this concern shallow, but it is very real.

    In light of the above, I had very limited options. Interestingly, there is not a single high performance American sport sedan available with a manual transmission.

    [NOTE: it has since been pointed out tome that the Lincoln LS 3.0M does, in fact, come with a manual tranny available, but I didn't know that at the time of my purchase, and I doubt today that it would have altered by decision.]

    I gave serious consideration to the Jetta GLX, the A4 1.8T, the A4 2.8 Quattro. I did not initially consider a BMW, because even with traction control, I am paranoid about driving RWD cars in ice and snow.

    As I shopped around, I gradually started to look past the Jetta because they are ubiquitous in and around DC. Every 20-something Hill Rat and intern has a Jetta. I simply did not want to be confused with that crowd. Again, you are free to call me shallow.

    The Audis are NICE. Even the 1.8T FWD was surprisingly quick with the 170 HP 4 cylinder. The 2.8 quattro was not much faster, but the AWD offers nice stability and safety. Neither blew my doors off, but were both at least minimally acceptable in acceleration and handling.

    At some point, I heard about BMW's new AWD system. I read several reviews, and heard nothing but positives. At that point a 325xi entered the realm of possibilities. I went out and test drove a 325xi sportwagon (because no sedans were available to test drive).

    I was disappointed in the acceleration of this vehicle, but impressed with its handling and cornering ability. It was also competitive with the A4 2.8's price at about $34K loaded. I also considered the fact that the sportwagon is a couple hundred pounds heavier than the sedan, so a sedan would be faster than the car I tested.

    Some 6 months passed while I was shopping around and considering my options. As this time went on, my financial situation was improving due to positive developments at work, and my price range in this car purchase rose as a consequence.

    So, being somewhat disappointed in the acceleration in both the A4 and the 325xi, I decided to check out the 330xi and the Audi S4.

    I test drove the 330xi first, and I was blown away. The first time I pulled out on the highway in first gear, the acceleration pasted a dopey grin on my mug, and the handling and interior comforts made sure it stayed there the entire time I was behind the wheel. I have posted at length in the past exactly what I think of the handling, acceleration and interior appointments of this vehicle, so if you are looking for more detail, look back a bit.

    Equipped the way I wanted it, the 330xi was about $4K more than the 325xi (in part because the HK sound system was standard on the 330, and leather comes with the premium package, instead of being an additional option). I thought it was worth it.

    I never even made it to the Audi dealership to test drive an S4, largely because I heard that the 2002 A4 and S4 were going to be redesigned, so the 2001 model year was going to appear dated and obsolete in less than 6 months.

    I have had my steel gray metallic 330xi (PP, CWP, CD, gray leather) for a month now, and I love it. I am very, very happy with my decision.

    So, that's how I got sucked into the BMW Thing. If this post is at all illuminating, I am glad. If not, at least I enjoyed writing it.

    Cheers!
  • tchootchoo Member Posts: 93
    I don't know where in MA you are, but when I'm too lazy to wash it myself I usually stop by Scrub a Dub (http://www.scrubadub.com). They have several locations through eastern MA. They also have self wash bays in Brookline. Its a brushless auto wash so its not as harsh, but it leaves lots of streaks and spots, esp. on Jet Black! I'll probably use them a lot in winter.
  • hippo168hippo168 Member Posts: 115
    I went to Scrub a Dub a few times, when I still had my old beat-up Accord, for undercarriage wash. I think it is pretty good. But what do you mean "streaks and spots"? From the dried out soap water?

    The only concern I have is whether they use anything that will damage the clear coat. If not I think I can just apply the Klasse polish after the wash?
  • mfeldmanmfeldman Member Posts: 140
    Brave,

    My 330 is set for the retro next week. Lots of noise on the e46 board now, and it's not all positive. Please post us with your usual detailed and insightful comments on your retro.

    Anyone else,

    I've asked before,but with my retro approaching I'll try again. My steering is heavier to the right than to the left. It's not the alignment b/c the car tracks straight. What could it be? Can it be fixed w/o replacing the rack.

    Thanks.
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    I am picking it up tomorrow morning. I think most of the noise on the other board (the other red meat) is due to the fact that some 325 owners are not able to get the retrofit.
    I spoke with a service rep today - the Shtroumpf is all set. They did the retro and the aux fan, they replaced the coin holder, were not able to duplicate the xenons and seat belt problems even with the service bulletin numbers I gave them, and told me they need to order the brake buffer and will mail it to me. Not bad but it could be much better than that. I feel like I have to chase my service rep - she's impossible to get in touch with live and it takes her a while to return my calls. Giving me a Saturn certainly has not helped my first service experience but hopefully the steering retro will be all worth it.
  • mfeldmanmfeldman Member Posts: 140
    I will await your report.
  • kominskykominsky Member Posts: 850
    Discount Tire has them. If you go to http://www.discounttire.com/dtc/right_wheel.jsp and put in 2001 325i and look at 17" wheels, it lists them as one of your choices (about 2/3 - 3/4 of the way down the page). You can also see them if you put in 330i as your model, but when you try to click on the link for a better photo/description, it just sends you to a page that tells you they're not available in your size.
  • brave1heartbrave1heart Member Posts: 2,698
    I am picking it up tomorrow morning. I think most of the noise on the other board (the other red meat) is due to the fact that some 325 owners are not able to get the retrofit.
    I spoke with a service rep today - the Shtroumpf is all set. They did the retro and the aux fan, they replaced the coin holder, were not able to duplicate the xenons and seat belt problems even with the service bulletin numbers I gave them, and told me they need to order the brake buffer and will mail it to me. Not bad but it could be much better than that. I feel like I have to chase my service rep - she's impossible to get in touch with live and it takes her a while to return my calls. Giving me a Saturn certainly has not helped my first service experience but hopefully the steering retro will be all worth it.
  • kominskykominsky Member Posts: 850
    I had my car in to the service dept today to get a couple of things done. When they were driving it into the garage, the mechanic noticed the notchy gas pedal (I forgot to mention it to them). When I picked the car up, the work I had requested was done AND a new pedal assembly was in place. I asked if they were replacing them with the same part and I'd be back in 3 months or if the part was improved. They told me that BMW found the problem with the previous assembly and it has been rectified in the new assemblies. Although I didn't think the problem was too bad, the difference is night and day.

    Between the steering retro (mfeldman, DO IT!!!) and now the pedal assembly, I believe BMW in general and Daniels BMW in particular have found a customer for some time to come.

    By the way, even with the blown sub replaced, I still wish the H-K system was better.
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