Beginning of the End
#1
Beginning of the End
After 14 years of faithful and trouble free driving my beloved '07 TL Type-S 6MT will soon be moving on to a new owner. It's covered a good bit of the US East of the Rockies on various driving vacations. North to Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, across the Midwest to Wyoming, and pretty much everywhere East of the Mississippi down to New Orleans.
I had been looking forward to replacing it with the new Type-S, but disappointment with it's lack of popular features, poor color combination choices and somewhat anemic performance by modern standards has caused me to move on to another brand. It's the first time since 1988 that we will be purchasing anything other than a Honda or Acura as a family car.
I had been looking forward to replacing it with the new Type-S, but disappointment with it's lack of popular features, poor color combination choices and somewhat anemic performance by modern standards has caused me to move on to another brand. It's the first time since 1988 that we will be purchasing anything other than a Honda or Acura as a family car.
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10-21-2021, 01:41 PM
[QUOTE=sockr1;16766115]
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how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
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It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
what color combo did you end up getting? and please put up pics when it comes! (or maybe some teasers from your build configurator...)
These are from the BMW Individual configurator:
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
(snip)
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
what color combo did you end up getting? and please put up pics when it comes! (or maybe some teasers from your build configurator...)
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
#3
Honda/Acura have a long tradition of comparatively anemic performance numbers, and low grade tech, but at a lower price point than the competition.
Your Type S wasn't a complete outlier to that statement in 2007. But look at how well its aged and how much you've loved it for its usability and engagement.
Acura's almost always turn out to be fantastic cars to actually drive.
I would go drive a new Type S before deciding it is disappointing. Most reviewers that have actually driven one say positive things about it.
Your Type S wasn't a complete outlier to that statement in 2007. But look at how well its aged and how much you've loved it for its usability and engagement.
Acura's almost always turn out to be fantastic cars to actually drive.
I would go drive a new Type S before deciding it is disappointing. Most reviewers that have actually driven one say positive things about it.
#5
I just received approval for my requests from the M Studio yesterday. In addition to the three weeks to send the request to Germany via BMWNA and get approval the car will be shipped from the Dingolfing plant to the M Studio for the Individual items and back to Dingolfing to finish up. That will take up to another month, so some patience will be required on my part.
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#6
Honda/Acura have a long tradition of comparatively anemic performance numbers, and low grade tech, but at a lower price point than the competition.
Your Type S wasn't a complete outlier to that statement in 2007. But look at how well its aged and how much you've loved it for its usability and engagement.
Acura's almost always turn out to be fantastic cars to actually drive.
I would go drive a new Type S before deciding it is disappointing. Most reviewers that have actually driven one say positive things about it.
Your Type S wasn't a complete outlier to that statement in 2007. But look at how well its aged and how much you've loved it for its usability and engagement.
Acura's almost always turn out to be fantastic cars to actually drive.
I would go drive a new Type S before deciding it is disappointing. Most reviewers that have actually driven one say positive things about it.
After all the performance bragging the actual HP numbers were low compared to what I expected for a 2021 performance sedan and the "butt dyno" feel was not what I had hoped for. But I was unprepared for its size and especially its weight, which eats up some of that new HP. The car is also a bit off at higher speeds. The ports are very small,, no doubt engineered that way to keep the Turbo spinning faster at lower rpms. Clearly that part works well, the torque curve is very flat, with the turbo kicking it immediately. But while it helps the 0-60 (but not enough to overcome the weight) it strangles the engine at the top.
But that wasn't the deal breaker. The limited color choices didn't appeal to me, ones that did appeal are on the regular TLX and Accords, but not the Type-S. It also lacks tech that is found on the regular TLX with the Advance package as well as the upper level Accords. No heated steering wheel or 360 camera, both of which are standard on the Canadian ones. (Yeah, I know the heated wheel is a dealer accessory, but go read the installation instructions. It requires a lot of disassembly, more than I want done to my brand new car. Plus the kit isn't inexpensive. No HUD, which in the TLX Advance pkg and higher level Accords (e.g. the Touriing)
All in all, I was disappointed. When I left the dealer in my '07 Type-S I drove straight to a local BMW dealer and drove a BMW for the first time, a 540ix, which is almost identical in size and weight. My wife and I were both impressed with the 5 series. We kicked the idea around for a few months and decided to buy a BMW M550ix. I actually ordered it the 28th of Sept. It's considerably more expensive, largely because I just couldn't resist the temptation of a powerful V-8 and 523HP.
#7
Congratulations, now you will find out that 1 quart of oil consumption of 1000 miles (sometimes 600 miles) is the norm according to the BMW factory specification, and it costs more than $ 6000 to replace the timing chain every 100-150 thousand miles. I also like BMWs, but unfortunately their modern resources are limited to 100К. miles.
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#8
OP totally understand your points. To me the TLX-S was a half ass design car, looks like someone trying to work on it and be like.... nah its good enough.
The weight is one and the fact that 10spd has a death spot at launch are stupid. Not to mention that 6200 RPM redline
Enjoy your new BMW.
@04WDPSeDaN looks
@sockr1 take some note...
The weight is one and the fact that 10spd has a death spot at launch are stupid. Not to mention that 6200 RPM redline
Enjoy your new BMW.
@04WDPSeDaN looks
@sockr1 take some note...
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#9
I did go drive one, since I had been waiting through a couple of years of breathless marketing hype and fully intended to purchase one. I drove the 2021 right after I drove my '07 to the dealer.
After all the performance bragging the actual HP numbers were low compared to what I expected for a 2021 performance sedan and the "butt dyno" feel was not what I had hoped for. But I was unprepared for its size and especially its weight, which eats up some of that new HP. The car is also a bit off at higher speeds. The ports are very small,, no doubt engineered that way to keep the Turbo spinning faster at lower rpms. Clearly that part works well, the torque curve is very flat, with the turbo kicking it immediately. But while it helps the 0-60 (but not enough to overcome the weight) it strangles the engine at the top.
But that wasn't the deal breaker. The limited color choices didn't appeal to me, ones that did appeal are on the regular TLX and Accords, but not the Type-S. It also lacks tech that is found on the regular TLX with the Advance package as well as the upper level Accords. No heated steering wheel or 360 camera, both of which are standard on the Canadian ones. (Yeah, I know the heated wheel is a dealer accessory, but go read the installation instructions. It requires a lot of disassembly, more than I want done to my brand new car. Plus the kit isn't inexpensive. No HUD, which in the TLX Advance pkg and higher level Accords (e.g. the Touriing)
All in all, I was disappointed. When I left the dealer in my '07 Type-S I drove straight to a local BMW dealer and drove a BMW for the first time, a 540ix, which is almost identical in size and weight. My wife and I were both impressed with the 5 series. We kicked the idea around for a few months and decided to buy a BMW M550ix. I actually ordered it the 28th of Sept. It's considerably more expensive, largely because I just couldn't resist the temptation of a powerful V-8 and 523HP.
After all the performance bragging the actual HP numbers were low compared to what I expected for a 2021 performance sedan and the "butt dyno" feel was not what I had hoped for. But I was unprepared for its size and especially its weight, which eats up some of that new HP. The car is also a bit off at higher speeds. The ports are very small,, no doubt engineered that way to keep the Turbo spinning faster at lower rpms. Clearly that part works well, the torque curve is very flat, with the turbo kicking it immediately. But while it helps the 0-60 (but not enough to overcome the weight) it strangles the engine at the top.
But that wasn't the deal breaker. The limited color choices didn't appeal to me, ones that did appeal are on the regular TLX and Accords, but not the Type-S. It also lacks tech that is found on the regular TLX with the Advance package as well as the upper level Accords. No heated steering wheel or 360 camera, both of which are standard on the Canadian ones. (Yeah, I know the heated wheel is a dealer accessory, but go read the installation instructions. It requires a lot of disassembly, more than I want done to my brand new car. Plus the kit isn't inexpensive. No HUD, which in the TLX Advance pkg and higher level Accords (e.g. the Touriing)
All in all, I was disappointed. When I left the dealer in my '07 Type-S I drove straight to a local BMW dealer and drove a BMW for the first time, a 540ix, which is almost identical in size and weight. My wife and I were both impressed with the 5 series. We kicked the idea around for a few months and decided to buy a BMW M550ix. I actually ordered it the 28th of Sept. It's considerably more expensive, largely because I just couldn't resist the temptation of a powerful V-8 and 523HP.
#10
Congratulations, now you will find out that 1 quart of oil consumption of 1000 miles (sometimes 600 miles) is the norm according to the BMW factory specification, and it costs more than $ 6000 to replace the timing chain every 100-150 thousand miles. I also like BMWs, but unfortunately their modern resources are limited to 100К. miles.
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#12
I ordered a BMW M550ix with some Individual choices. (If you don't like the standard paint or interior choices you can pick from a library of 100+ paints and many leather types and colors. If you don't like those choices and have a fat wallet they'll paint it any color your want and make just about any interior you can imagine.)
I just received approval for my requests from the M Studio yesterday. In addition to the three weeks to send the request to Germany via BMWNA and get approval the car will be shipped from the Dingolfing plant to the M Studio for the Individual items and back to Dingolfing to finish up. That will take up to another month, so some patience will be required on my part.
I just received approval for my requests from the M Studio yesterday. In addition to the three weeks to send the request to Germany via BMWNA and get approval the car will be shipped from the Dingolfing plant to the M Studio for the Individual items and back to Dingolfing to finish up. That will take up to another month, so some patience will be required on my part.
congrats and enjoy it in great health!!!
when you do get it, dont forget to update us with pictures!!!!
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#14
and that is just the BASE version.
they aint going anywhere even if they did have to replace a few engines.. lol
#15
congrats!! that's such an amazing car and you've had your time with the type s so it's well deserved for sure. how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years? it's still hard for me to give up a manual after driving one for 22 years (truck was manual prior to my current type s). i agree with everythign you said about the new type s, it was a disappointment for me as well, if it's the type s it should have all the bells and whistles and be the top car like it was back in 2007-2008. i wish it had the 360 camera and the HUD as well. the back seat seemed a little small for me to fit 2 car seats in as well.
i've been heavily researching bmws to replace my 08 type s manual that i bought new back then, and the m550 at one time was on my radar. it's a phenomenal car and bmw has greatly changed it's reliability the last few years!! i am currently settled on replacing my type s with a manual 2017 m3 but the used car prices are insane right now so i'm fixing small items on my type s until the m3's come down to about 40/45 (currently 55-60). hopefully by late 2023 i can join you on the bmw side haha
what color combo did you end up getting? and please put up pics when it comes! (or maybe some teasers from your build configurator...)
i've been heavily researching bmws to replace my 08 type s manual that i bought new back then, and the m550 at one time was on my radar. it's a phenomenal car and bmw has greatly changed it's reliability the last few years!! i am currently settled on replacing my type s with a manual 2017 m3 but the used car prices are insane right now so i'm fixing small items on my type s until the m3's come down to about 40/45 (currently 55-60). hopefully by late 2023 i can join you on the bmw side haha
what color combo did you end up getting? and please put up pics when it comes! (or maybe some teasers from your build configurator...)
#16
At one quart per 1k miles why even changing oil? Just keep driving 5k miles equal 5 quarts that more than the entire oil change =X
#17
I'm just pointing out that Honda did a huge amount to fix their mistake around excess oil consumption. Obviously BMW wouldn't literallty go bankrupt. But I'm not sure what exactly they do about excess oil consumption.
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Congratulations, now you will find out that 1 quart of oil consumption of 1000 miles (sometimes 600 miles) is the norm according to the BMW factory specification, and it costs more than $ 6000 to replace the timing chain every 100-150 thousand miles. I also like BMWs, but unfortunately their modern resources are limited to 100К. miles.
Since the big disappointment in May I spent four months researching them since I had never previously owned or even driven one. Like most manufacturers, the timing chain is a "lifetime" item. According to the BMW mechanics on the top two BMW websites the only issue is very high mileage cars will sometimes stretch the chain enough to reach the limit of the tensioner. Only one reported an actual break and that was a result of over revving a "tuned" engine.
BMWs certainly have problems, like every other car manufacturer. The usual problems are related to the abundance of modern gadgets.
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[QUOTE=sockr1;16766115]
(snip)
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
what color combo did you end up getting? and please put up pics when it comes! (or maybe some teasers from your build configurator...)
These are from the BMW Individual configurator:
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
(snip)
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
what color combo did you end up getting? and please put up pics when it comes! (or maybe some teasers from your build configurator...)
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
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#26
great choice! Hope she brings you lots of joy! As you can see many can't live for the happiness of others have have to bring them down. My 760 goes through a quart every 1K miles after I've got about 5K on the oil. Either way not that big of a deal vs a quart every gas fill up!
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#28
Congratulations, now you will find out that 1 quart of oil consumption of 1000 miles (sometimes 600 miles) is the norm according to the BMW factory specification, and it costs more than $ 6000 to replace the timing chain every 100-150 thousand miles. I also like BMWs, but unfortunately their modern resources are limited to 100К. miles.
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#31
[QUOTE=mike03a3;16766174]
Congratulations again! you made a very fine choice. BMW's are such incredible vehicles. I own two of them. Hope you and your wife enjoy it!
(snip)
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
These are from the BMW Individual configurator:
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
These are from the BMW Individual configurator:
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
#32
Congratulations, now you will find out that 1 quart of oil consumption of 1000 miles (sometimes 600 miles) is the norm according to the BMW factory specification, and it costs more than $ 6000 to replace the timing chain every 100-150 thousand miles. I also like BMWs, but unfortunately their modern resources are limited to 100К. miles.
BMW N63 vs N63TU vs N63TU2 vs N63TU3
Posted by: Zach Mayock / Updated on: October 4, 2021BMW is showing their commitment to the N63. The N63 was released in 2008 and remains in production as of 2020. However, the N63 is almost a completely different engine compared to 12 years ago. Really, the only thing that hasn't changed is the 4.4L twin turbo V8 design. Let's dive in and examine the differences between the various N63 engines.Pin
BMW N63 Engine Codes
To avoid any confusion, the breakdown of N63 engines is as follows:- N63B44O0 - (N63)
- N63B44O1 - (N63TU)
- N63B44O2 - (N63TU2)
- N63B44M3 - (N63TU3)
- N63B44T3 - (N63TU3)
- S - Super
- T - Top
- O - Upper (Obere)
- M - Medium (Mittel)
- U - Lower (Unterste)
- K - Reduced (Kleiner)
- 0 = original design
- 1 = technical update 1 (TU)
- 2 = technical update 2 (TU2)
- So on
BMW N63B44O0 - Original N63 DesignN63B44O0 Horsepower: 402 hp (300kW)
N63B44O0 Torque: 443 lb-ft (600 N-m)
Years: 2009-2013
Many are probably familiar with the original N63. It's almost a horror story. Actually, it is a horror story. The original N63 may be one of, if not, the least reliable BMW engines in history. BMW went as far to offer a "customer care package" for N63 owners. The N63 customer care package had dealerships look into the following issues on ALL N63B44O0 engines:
- Timing chain
- Fuel injectors
- Mass air flow sensors
- Crankcase vent lines
- Battery
- Vacuum pump
- Low pressure fuel sensor
There isn't much else to say here. Many of the original N63's on the road should be 'cured' by now. Nonetheless, be cautious if you're looking to buy an N63B44O0.
BMW N63B44O1 - N63TU Technical UpdateN63B44O1 Horsepower: 444 hp (331kW)
N63B44O1 Torque: 479 lb-ft (650 N-m)
Years: 2013-2019
Following the disastrous start, BMW began producing the N63TU in 2012. Though still an N63, the N63TU is almost an entirely different engine. It remains a 4.4L twin turbo V8 but sees a 42 horsepower increase. However, the power gain seems to be mostly on paper. Dyno testing has shown the N63 and N63TU put down similar numbers to the wheels. The N63TU engine does show a nice boost in torque, though. Aside from the power differences, other notable changes include:
- Updated VANOS, adopted from N55
- New valve cover with updated crankcase ventilation
- Pistons updated
- Forged rods and crank
- Timing chain updated
- Oil spray nozzles for piston crown cooling
- Intake manifold updated
- MAP and charge air temperature sensors updated, adopted from N20
- Low pressure fuel sensor deleted
- New fuel injectors and HPFP
- Second coolant pump added
- Vacuum pump updated
- New turbochargers
- Addition of Valvetronic
Despite the similar power numbers from the factory, the N63TU should be better suited to mods and increased boost. Additionally, this was a massive reliability improvement over the N63. The N63TU is not an unreliable engine with tons of common problems. Still expect the standard BMW problems such as gasket oil leaks, cooling system, etc, especially as the N63TU ages. However, the N63TU is a pretty reliable engine overall.
BMW N63B44O2 - N63TU2 Technical Update 2
N63B44O2 Horsepower: 444 hp (331kW)N63B44O2 Torque: 479 lb-ft (650 N-m)
Years: 2016-2019
Given the N63TU was a drastic improvement, the N63TU2 did not have too much to improve upon. Peak power and torque remain the same, however the N63TU2 benefits from a wider power band. This is primarily due to the switch to efficient twin-scroll turbochargers. A few of the updates include:
- Twin-scroll turbochargers
- Exhaust optimized for minimal back-pressure
- Oil/Coolant heat exchanged moved to "V" of the engine
- Partial integration of intake and cylinder head (weight savings)
- VANOS taken over from modular B series engines
The N63TU2 takes another step in the right direction when it comes to modding, tuning, and increasing boost. When modded, the efficient twin-scroll turbos should add a bit of peak power with a more impressive power band. Overall, the N63TU2 is an excellent engine.
BMW N63B44M3 - N63TU3 Technical Update 3N63B44M3 Horsepower: 456 hp (340kW)
N63B44M3 Torque: 479 lb-ft (650 N-m)
Years: 2018-present
Looking at the middle output version of the third technical update, the N63TU3 receives a few performance and emission related updates. The middle output version features the same twin-scroll turbos from the N63TU2. However, it receives an "over-boost" function. This is basically BMW's way of saying the ECU is "tuned" for an increase in boost pressure. As such, the N63TU3 sees a minor bump in power. Other notable updates include:
- New higher-pressure fuel system
- Improved thermal shielding
- Valve stem seals updated
- Forged rods carried over from S63TU2
Although power sees a bump, expect mods to have similar effects as with the N63TU2. The higher-pressure fuel system may support a bit of additional power. However, the new fuel system is mostly geared towards emissions benefits.
BMW N63B44T3 - N63TU3 Technical Update 3
N63B44T3 Horsepower: 523 hp (390kW)N63B44T3 Torque: 553 lb-ft (750 N-m)Years: 2018-present
The top tier version of the N63TU3 is quite impressive. It produces a staggering 523 horsepower and 553 torque. Notice, this is the same torque output as the impressive S63 M engines. Updates are similar to the middle output version. Although, the upper output version gets some stronger, beefier components to support the power. Updates include:
**Also includes above TU3 updates, but we do not mention them here to avoid duplicates
- Electric arc wire sprayed cylinder walls
- Piston skirt coating
- Crankshaft re-balanced with new main bearing shells
- Forged rods from S63TU4
- Larger turbochargers with electrical blow-off valves
- Updated ignition system, taken from modular B series engines
As evidenced, this update is almost all to do with power. New, larger turbos produce impressive numbers. The N63TU3 is mod happy and is a strong engine designed to handle the power and torque. Excellent update and beautiful engine.
BMW N63 Final Thoughts
From one of the least reliable BMW engines to one of the most underrated BMW engines. BMW experienced early issues with the original N63. Fortunately, customer care packages dampen the troubles. Furthermore, issues were resolved with the release of the N63TU. This engine was basically a complete re-design of the N63. The N63TU2 takes another step forward with the change to efficient twin-scroll turbos.Finally, the newest N63 is an all around excellent engine that doesn't get the respect is deserves. The top output version makes highly impressive power with the strength to back it up. We're surprised BMW didn't put the N63 name in its past after the tragic start. Original N63's and updated N63's share few parts. However, BMW has shown their commitment to the N63. Today, it is one of the most impressive, underrated BMW engines.
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#35
I think I've you both (and most here on AZine) beat.
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#37
Congrats on the M550Xi order, post pics when you take delivery.
Nice color combination
[QUOTE=mike03a3;16766174]
Nice color combination
[QUOTE=mike03a3;16766174]
(snip)
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
These are from the BMW Individual configurator:
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
how do you feel overall about switching from manual to auto after all these years?
[/QUOTE/
It'll certainly be a life change. My first car was a '59 MGA and every car since has been a manual. My daily driver before the '07 Type-S 6MT was an '88 Jaguar XJ-S V-12 convertible. It came with a GM TH400, a dreadful choice for that car. I replaced it with a Tremec 5speed and swapped the 2:88 rear gears for a 4:54 set. These days with all the transmissions and engines interoperating electronically that level of hotrodding is no longer feasible.
(snip)
These are from the BMW Individual configurator:
Aventurine Red
Full Carmel Merino leather
#38
As to BMW oil consumption here's my very brief experience. Rented a relatively new (~500 miles) 2013 F01/N55 740i in Miami.
After ~1k miles and a week of driving the maintenance/infotainment display indicated it needed a quart of oil.
I did like the online electronic owners manual , but was annoyed there's no manual dipstick to check level.
So that's one sample, YMMV
My brother's has/had 6 BMW's, so curious how his 2015 Alpina B6 will hold up (those two turbo's in the back of the V), BMW reliability has gotten alot better from the 2000's and early 2010's
After ~1k miles and a week of driving the maintenance/infotainment display indicated it needed a quart of oil.
I did like the online electronic owners manual , but was annoyed there's no manual dipstick to check level.
So that's one sample, YMMV
My brother's has/had 6 BMW's, so curious how his 2015 Alpina B6 will hold up (those two turbo's in the back of the V), BMW reliability has gotten alot better from the 2000's and early 2010's
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#40
Also, Max Verstappen’s F1 had an Acura sticker on the rear wing at the Texas GP, not BMW.
Case closed!
JK! Op, nice car, enjoy it for many years!