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335xi = AWD Re: Can't Wait [magilla895] by rayainsw
Aug 30, 2006 (12:33 pm)
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Replying to: magilla895 (Aug 30, 2006 10:48 am)

My understanding is that BMW has notified dealers that the Coupe 335xi = AWD will start production late this year & the Sedan 335xi AWD early next year.
- Ray
Just my understanding from various sources - I could be wrong...
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How does 330i (RWD) handle on icy roads ? by sdso
Aug 31, 2006 (1:25 pm)
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Hi,
 
Does anyone know how the 330i handles on icy / winter roads? I live in So Cali but may move to the east coast next year. Is the 330i handling safe? I'm deciding between 330i and the 330xi (AWD).
 
Also in general, how has people's experience been with the AWD 330xi? Better road feel?
 
Many thanks,
- Sa
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Re: How does 330i (RWD) handle on icy roads ? [sdso] by stl540
Aug 31, 2006 (7:04 pm)
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Replying to: sdso (Aug 31, 2006 1:25 pm)

RWD will go fine in the snow equipped with 4 snow tires. My exp w/ a 2002 540i in snow is very good with my snows on. Forgot about going anywhere in snow with summer tires, even as little as 1/2". I bought a separate wheel/snow tire set from Tire Rack so I can easily change out whenever I want (25 min using tools in trunk). I have been as deep as 7" of fresh snow without issue. I do not have exp with all-season tires on my 540i in the snow, but suspect they will be average. All-season tires do everything ok, but nothing great.
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Re: How does 330i (RWD) handle on icy roads ? [sdso] by mathew1
Sep 01, 2006 (5:42 am)
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Replying to: sdso (Aug 31, 2006 1:25 pm)

I would definitely recommend 330xi if you are planning to move East. If you are like me, obtaining good performance while having to worry about changing tires twice a year is too much for the incremental perf/price differential for an i. Also note that in MA at least some times it snows unexpectedly early in Nov and as late as April and it will be a bit of a chore to schedule the tire change and if you get hit with unexpected snow i is in definitel trouble even with minor slopes. Hope it helps your decision making.
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Re: How does 330i (RWD) handle on icy roads ? [sdso] by bobshiftright
Sep 01, 2006 (12:43 pm)
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Replying to: sdso (Aug 31, 2006 1:25 pm)

I live on the East Coast, and I'd go for 4 winter tires and 2WD long before AWD.
 
The AWD cars are heavier, slower and there's a lot more to break once the warranty expires. Just AWD will get you rolling in evil weather but it won't get you stopped any faster. If you want a real snowmobile, get the AWD with 4 winter tires. Just my $0.02.
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Re: How does 330i (RWD) handle on icy roads ? [mathew1] by kad153
Sep 03, 2006 (5:09 pm)
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Replying to: mathew1 (Sep 01, 2006 5:42 am)

Can someone please give me the new lease MFs and residuals (september) for a 330xi?
 
24month 10k, 12k, 15k
36month 10k, 12k 15k
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Re: How does 330i (RWD) handle on icy roads ? [kad153] by sam_cowhan
Sep 03, 2006 (6:20 pm)
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Replying to: kad153 (Sep 03, 2006 5:09 pm)

I'd also like the 36month residuals and MFs on the 2006 325xi and 2007 328xi sedan (if available). Thanks in advance.
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Re: Can't Wait [magilla895] by home6113
Sep 06, 2006 (9:12 am)
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Replying to: magilla895 (Aug 30, 2006 9:44 am)

hello magilla895,
first congratulation on the new 335i, it seem like a very good deal, where did you get this deal? because I am interested in the same deal..
thanks in advance
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Buying 2007 328CI by jayluf
Sep 07, 2006 (8:29 am)
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Hi all-
 
Very excited to join the BMW community! Wondering if you could all help me out with my offer price here.
 
I am going to buy a 2007 328CI from a NJ dealership with the following options:
 
PREM PKG, 6-SPD AT, HTD FRT STS, NAV SYST, VOICE ACTIVATION, SATEL RADIO
 
MSRP is $44,090.
 
I was thinking of coming in at 42,500. Is this too low for the '07's? How much negotiating room do I have with the fact that the 328's just hit in the past few weeks? Any help would be great, thanks!!
 
Jason
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BMW dealers not responding to e-mail request. by eds1300
Sep 07, 2006 (9:18 am)
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I've sent out 7 e-mails to various dealers in the San Francisco/Bay area BMW dealers, wanting lease breakdowns to include MSRP, sales price, money factor, down payment, residual, acqusition fee, and other back door fees. Only 2 have responded with monthly payment. None would include money factor with their internet quote.
 
BMW San Francisco - Sent out 3 e-mails and 2 phone calls for request and they completely ignored my request. I would never do business or recommend them to anyone.
 
Others have stated that in order to get BMW's current advertised base rate of .00225 you have to be a previous BMW customer (East Bay BMW). I've never heard of this logic before.
 
Weatherford BMW - Sales person tells me a money factor of .00195, then when I request it in writing over e-mail he changes to .00265, with at least $1,200 in back door fees.
 
Couple of Acura dealers are willing to sell a 06 TL at cost or $250.00 below, which includes 2.9% financing, or I may wait till when the new G35 and the C-class come into market, which will surely increase the competition and lower many of the BMW sale staffs ego.

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