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828 messages, Last post on Oct 03, 2009 at 9:40 PM
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Replying to: quattroporte12 (Oct 23, 2008 7:08 pm) I would buy the 330i and simply order a set of winter wheels and tires from Tire Rack. I've never had any trouble getting around in snow/ice with a RWD BMW so equipped. I do the changeover myself; it takes all of  30-45 minutes. Audis are fine cars but I prefer RWD.
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Replying to: quattroporte12 (Oct 23, 2008 7:08 pm) For me, it came down to those 2 and the 330i. But, like you, I decided I wanted AWD. That made the Infiniti and Volvo much cheaper than the comparable bimmer. Audi wasn't on my list because I don't trust their reliability. Volvo won my personal driving comparisons (even against the 330i), but I wound up buying a G35X purely for practical reasons (cheaper, lower maintenance, better reported reliability, better resale value). I don't regret it one bit.
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Replying to: roadburner (Oct 24, 2008 9:10 am)
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Replying to: qbrozen (Oct 24, 2008 9:14 am)
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Replying to: quattroporte12 (Nov 01, 2008 8:43 pm) Great choice! By the way though, how do you do the changeover yourself do you have a lift? I dont want to have to take it up to the gas station every time i want to take the wheels off and on I use a Snap-on aluminum jack and stands. I just change one wheel at a time, and it still takes less than an hour. Mark the location of each tire LF, RF, etc., so you can put them on the same corner when you reinstall them. Also, put some anti-seize on each hub before you put put the wheel on and always use a torque wrench to ensure that the lug bolts are properly tightened. |
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Replying to: quattroporte12 (Nov 01, 2008 8:47 pm) Oh, I'd have to agree. I mean, there is no free lunch. The G is considerably cheaper for a reason. Congrats on your choice. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
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Replying to: qbrozen (Nov 04, 2008 8:54 am)
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Replying to: ateixeira (Nov 05, 2008 1:17 pm)
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Replying to: qbrozen (Nov 05, 2008 1:34 pm) 
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We received at least 16" of snow this weekend. I brushed the snow off my 328xi and 335xi and drove them both out of my 75' driveway. No hesitation, no protest, ZERO wheelspin. I am completely satisfied. My next car? Hello BMW AWD? Just make sure it's turbocharged. Any questions?
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