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#224 of 276 Turned in my loaner by nyccarguy Feb 11, 2009 (8:47 pm)
So my wife's 2 weeks with an '09 328iA X drive (Why can't the just call it a 328Xi anymore?) coupe came to a close when our service advisor called this afternoon to tell my Dad that his '07 X5 was finished. Here's what I came away with after getting some good seat time. The interior of the 3 series coupe is gorgeous. I got in the car and immediately felt "at home." I really like the exterior too. Handling was very impressive, especially for a non sport suspension equipped car. The ride is rock solid, everything you'd expect from a German car company. Steering is excellent too.   The 230hp I6 definitely gets up to speed. Many times I blasted onto the highway and saw the needle sweep past the 90 mph mark. However, I got in our '07 X3 tonight after turning the coupe in and the X3 felt like it pulled harder. I always say the X3 isn't lightning fast, but when you drop the hammer, it hustles. So I guess more power could help (It always can).   You can definitely feel the weight of this bad boy when cornering.
#225 of 276 Re: "E90 anesthetized", I can relate to that... [jmaroun] by fedlawman Feb 11, 2009 (8:55 pm)
Replying to: jmaroun (Feb 11, 2009 7:46 pm) "unless you're able and willing to dish out P-Car money, the best you can do with today is to get a 335i ...or perhaps a 370Z."   The 335i is a great sedan, but it doesn't belong in the same sentence as a Porsche coupe or 370Z. The Porsche and 370Z are primarily sports cars - the BMW is primarily a compromise.   "Under 3000 lbs should be a goal for the next 3."   My goal is to work for NASA as a Space Shuttle pilot. Replies to this message: jmaroun (Feb 11, 2009 9:54 pm) fedlawman (Feb 12, 2009 7:10 pm)
#226 of 276 Re: "E90 anesthetized", I can relate to that... [fedlawman] by jmaroun Feb 11, 2009 (9:54 pm)
Replying to: fedlawman (Feb 11, 2009 8:55 pm) "My goal is to work for NASA as a Space Shuttle pilot." <-- lol..I guess, if I wanted to work for Nasa, I'd like the Z's space ship look too. by the way.. [1987-1990] E30 M3 2733 lbs <-- 21 years ago! Joseph San Diego Replies to this message: fedlawman (Feb 12, 2009 7:10 pm)
#227 of 276 Re: "E90 anesthetized", I can relate to that... [jmaroun] by fedlawman Feb 12, 2009 (7:10 pm)
Replying to: jmaroun (Feb 11, 2009 9:54 pm) Yes, my car is lightweight - thanks to a small body (it's smaller than a 1-series), small mesh wheels (15" was standard), a small engine (2.3L 4 cyl), and a lack of features that are standard on a Corolla today (airbags, power seats, traction control, etc.).   It is completely unacceptable as a sport/luxury car by today's standards. Even though it's a BMW, it has almost nothing in common with today's Bavarian Behemoths. They'll never build one like it again.   If you want to drive a Lotus Exige but need a backseat, it's the perfect car for you - if you can find one.
#228 of 276 bavarian behemoths by richardga73 Feb 12, 2009 (7:28 pm)
Bavarian bhemoths is right. Why did they increase content thus increasing weight? The only thing I notice is that maybe they are quieter which is a good thing but they handle maybe lousier with a loss of touch a little number Replies to this message: srs_49 (Feb 13, 2009 3:16 am)
#229 of 276 Re: bavarian behemoths [richardga73] by srs_49 Feb 13, 2009 (3:16 am)
Replying to: richardga73 (Feb 12, 2009 7:28 pm) Bavarian bhemoths is right. Why did they increase content thus increasing weight? The only thing I notice is that maybe they are quieter which is a good thing but they handle maybe lousier with a loss of touch a little number   From what I've read, BMW seems to be going away from their roots of designing small, nimble cars that are a blast to drive and throw around to well behaved highway cruisers. Maybe they feel a need to compete more directly against Lexus/Infinity/Acura.   Everything they add to a car adds weight. Whether it's power windows and seats, sun roofs, ABS, active suspensions, (you name it) - it all takes a toll on weight. Every pound adds up, 'ti' the low 3000 lb car of 20 years ago is now a high 3000 lb vehicle.
#230 of 276 Verizon phone by ad3series Feb 14, 2009 (7:58 am)
Can anyone recommend a Verizon phone that works well with a 2009 BMW Bluetooth system? Mine rarely works through the car. Thanks, Replies to this message: circlew (Feb 14, 2009 12:39 pm)
#231 of 276 Re: Verizon phone [ad3series] by circlew Feb 14, 2009 (12:39 pm)
Replying to: ad3series (Feb 14, 2009 7:58 am) Heck, my free phone 2 years ago worked flawlessly. Make sure you pair it correctly. I had 2 phones paired and they worked great. 2006 330xi   Regards, OW
#232 of 276 bmw135inxt by oceanblue1 Feb 14, 2009 (4:38 pm)
The compatibilitychart, (link attached) will show you the phones that Verizon has that will pair up with various vehicles...The blackberry Storm will work with most BMW's. Good luck.   http://support.vzw.com/how_to_use/bluetooth_car_kit.html#a1
#233 of 276 Re: 6FL [rv65] by rob34 Feb 15, 2009 (5:57 pm)
Replying to: rv65 (Jan 24, 2009 12:07 pm) My only issue with it is sometimes the music doesn't sound right and there sometimes is static. When I touch or move the cord there is a lot of static like the cord is already going bad. Maybe this is due to the cord being so bent under the storage lid. After moving the cord around I am usually able to get full sound static free.

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