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Re: iPod Integration - 2008 328xi [mmenta] by davidd3
Mar 25, 2008 (12:38 pm)
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Replying to: mmenta (Mar 25, 2008 10:46 am)

I have a 2006 330i, and I have been using the auxiliary input for my mini-ipod. It works OK. I think the primary advantage of integration is that you can control your ipod through the car's audio system controls rather than through the ipod itself. I'd go for integration if you plan on listening to your ipod a lot in the car. I rarely use my ipod in the car. I mostly listen to sat radio instead.
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Lease End Up Experience by nearlydad
May 01, 2008 (1:26 pm)
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Could you share your experience when you returned a lease car and did not buy anything from the dealer? How much did you pay to return the car? My lease will end up in Jun. BMW Finance sent me a scarily article showing how much I may need to pay if I do not buy/lease the car or another BMW. The mail even said, I have to pay for a CD changer which has been never installed to the lease. Sales and Leasing Manager at my local dealer told me I may need to pay at least $1,000 for tires if I do not start a new lease. I will buy a Toyota minivan (it was a big decision after BMW.). I would like to know how much I really have to pay to return the car. The dealer does not tell exactly during pre-inspection. My BMW 325i 06 is at very good condition. Thaks,
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Re: Lease End Up Experience [nearlydad] by blueguydotcom
May 01, 2008 (2:18 pm)
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Replying to: nearlydad (May 01, 2008 1:26 pm)

The lease end materials are available online. You should check your tread-depth. If you are below their marker, then get on tirerack.com or get to costco/sams club and replace those tires! RFTs aren't cheap but you can find 16s/17s cheaper online.
 
Otherwise, 1 month before returning your car, schedule an appointment with ANY BMW dealer you like and let them know you want an estimate on possible problem areas for lease return. They will check your car and give you a list of possible areas that may cost you money (always cosmetic). They will do this if it's a decent dealership.
 
It sounds like your current dealer is a jerk. Check elsewhere. You can return your car to any dealership and really that could be the difference.
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Re: Lease End Up Experience [blueguydotcom] by nearlydad
May 01, 2008 (3:01 pm)
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Replying to: blueguydotcom (May 01, 2008 2:18 pm)

Thank you for your reply, Blueguydotcom. I looked at information the BMW provided and web site of BMW finance. I would like to know the real experience. Have you returned your lease car?
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Re: Lease End Up Experience [nearlydad] by blueguydotcom
May 01, 2008 (6:59 pm)
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Replying to: nearlydad (May 01, 2008 3:01 pm)

I have. I was speaking from experience.
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Re: Lease End Up Experience [nearlydad] by circlew
May 02, 2008 (8:50 am)
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Replying to: nearlydad (May 01, 2008 3:01 pm)

I will return my leased 330xi in December...I just bought new tires now for $780, Continental RFT, 225/45 R17. I will get about 9,000 miles on these babies before I rturn it in. The car feels like new again! The old tires had 23K on them but would not make it to December by my estimate.
 
I have some nicks and one slight ding which I need to get an estimate for.
 
Regards,
OW
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Re: More Problems and Bad Luck [davidd3] by kbhockey
May 08, 2008 (11:00 am)
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Replying to: davidd3 (Nov 12, 2007 1:55 pm)

Steering wheel lockup-
i have an 06 E90 325 and have experienced this 'steering wheel lockup' semi frequently, no pattern detected as yet.
 
put in key, hit start but steering wheel (yellow) indicator lights up and wheel locks, car wont start.
 
have to pull key out, wait a second, start process again, until car will start.
 
took car in for annual service today, dealer 'reprogrammed' computer--we'll see if that works-
 
if not, they indicated a replacement of steering component?
 
other than that, and of course, RFT, car is wonderful-
 
leaning towards GFT Michelin Pilot PS2 at Costco (price includes everything mit tax), seems quite competitive with Tire Rack prices-
 
Shipo, any advice on GFT (sport pkg) brand/model? I enjoy the grip ive had with the Bridgestone 050 RFT (140 treadwear), but im no autocrosser-just very normal driving style, no racing-
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Re: More Problems and Bad Luck [kbhockey] by blueguydotcom
May 08, 2008 (2:23 pm)
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Replying to: kbhockey (May 08, 2008 11:00 am)

Thought all cars do this? You move the wheel left or right a bit and it starts.
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Re: More Problems and Bad Luck [kbhockey] by davidd3
May 08, 2008 (3:41 pm)
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Replying to: kbhockey (May 08, 2008 11:00 am)

Reprogramming did the trick in my case. Hope the same goes for you.
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Re: More Problems and Bad Luck [blueguydotcom] by bdkinnh
May 09, 2008 (5:46 am)
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Replying to: blueguydotcom (May 08, 2008 2:23 pm)

Yeah, but most release the lock when you put the key in and turn it. Several E90/92's haven't been doing that.

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