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276 messages, Last post on Aug 25, 2009 at 9:57 PM
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Replying to: jmaroun (Sep 08, 2008 4:09 pm) It is true a minority of BMWs may have suffered mechanical issues, but all manufacturers have this. Want a bullet proof car, don't buy one.
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Replying to: kdshapiro (Sep 09, 2008 4:21 am) Best regards, Shipo |
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As an engineer, I'm fully aware that no machine is perfect. Every design has its weakness. Some may reason to dismiss the concept of reliability as an idealistic and unlrealizable goal. To strive for reliability is a choice. It's clear that some manufacturers place a higher priority on the issue than others. Anyway, for the nobs here who cant seem to google search; here are some links as reference to the over-heat and fuel pump issue on the 335i. Some of which date quite recently. And there are many more sites. http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?s=c94747c5d1191149ce9be8d95cd380- - - 90&t=196046&page=28 http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/112_0708_infiniti_g37_bmw_335/test_dr- - - ive.html "Munich: we have a problem." lol http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/bmw-335i/TCKF8H96BBC5NS6LO/p2#lastPost I've taken all these reports, and many more, into consideration and STILL am very happy to purchase a 08 335i..which will be my second BMW! Joseph San Diego ------------------------ http://www.newton.dep.anl.gov/askasci/eng99/eng99494.htm It seems this assumption is wrong: "This is due to black's inherently superior infrared conductivity." I stand corrected. All the more reason to hope bmw fixed the 335i's over-heating issues then. fingers crossed. Joseph San Diego ------------------------------- Regarding exterior color paint, black, white, and blue suit my asthetic tastes equally. I decided therefore, to base my choice on utility. At first I thought the optimal choice was obvious. Everyone knows that white absorbs less light and thus would keep interior cabin temperature cooler than black. Alas, a white 08 335i sedan was unavailable in my favorite configuration: manual with sports package. A case of bad luck. I was forced to choose the very opposite color. Black! After some thought however, I've realized my luck wasn't as bad as I'd thought. Especially considering that a 335i's engine has a known tendency to run a "little" on the hot side. A black car, better than any other color, should actually help dissipate the most engine heat. This is due to black's inherently superior infrared conductivity.
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Replying to: jmaroun (Sep 09, 2008 6:56 am) |
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Replying to: jmaroun (Sep 09, 2008 6:56 am) I never would have guessed...  An EE, I'd bet. |
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Replying to: roadburner (Sep 08, 2008 4:54 pm) Regards, OW
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Replying to: circlew (Sep 09, 2008 2:13 pm)
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Replying to: roadburner (Sep 09, 2008 6:55 pm) To draw attention from a predator, I think color is important but movement speed is even more important.  Regards, Jose |
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| Are we discussing the '09 BMW 3 Series here? (LOL) | |
| I wish we could talk about the 09s. I have a 2006 coming off lease in Nov and i need to decide whether to wait for an 09 335 sedan or take an existing 2008. | |
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