stogie1020

No tires, no wiper fluid and no (some specifically odd suspension part). That's it.

stogie1020

I think my nav system plays DVDs!

Going to have to try this out soon...

Crazy Bimmer

It does but only when the car is parked.

stogie1020

Hmmmm.... Cool!


Getting tinted at the dealership right now... 35%/20%

stogie1020

2011 model year. Anyone know why a 2G iPod Nano would not connect to the iDrive system? Not opposed to getting a newer iPod just for the car, but I want to make sure I need to.

I am using the USB connector int he center armrest and nothing happens on the screen for external devices.

Waltah

iTrader: (3)

Here to admit i've been scouting 335i's lately.

I'm so incredibly bored with my TL-S. Aftermarket for this thing is a joke (my fault for not researching). I thought I could get over FWD but i'm starting to really dislike it (came from a G8 GT). The TL-S is a great car and has done me no wrong but i'm just bored out of my mind with it. It;s fun to drive and decently quick but i think im ready to step up to a 335i with a tune and bolt ons.

Seems like it is not uncommon for a 335 to push 350whp/400wtq with bolt ons and a tune. That nets a 4.5-4.8 0-60. sick.

anyone know what its like to own a certified pre-owned BMW? im happy with how im treated with my CPO acura, just curious how BMW is.

jim165

Talk to Scrib, he's got beaucoup miles (over 140K last time I remember) on his 335i and can give you an honest opinion on BMW service. His dealership and owner experiences should ring true for a CPO BMW....

Jaco

iTrader: (1)

I dont have a CPO 335, but i've been treated fine with the recalls on my 08. I would look for an 08+ for the Idrive updates if your going the nav direction.

With procede/Vishnu tune you should be able to make around 400 hp at the wheels with downpipes/exhaust and an intake. You should be able to run mid 12s with this kind of setup. The Cobb tune is $900, the BMS $480 and Vishnu $650

I had a 06 TL before the current car and it is a HUGE change. The torque difference is amazing.

charliemike

Scrib has 140k miles on his 335i? Really?

That's a lot of driving.

Scrib

What, huh?

I have 23K miles and non-CPO.

charliemike

I guess he was off by a bit

Waltah

iTrader: (3)

thanks folks, im waiting to hear back on a new career opportunity before i get too serious about one of these.

i was actually leaning to the coupe 335i until i hit up bimmer forums and saw some modded sedans. Now I'm torn between the two. I know the sedan will be easier to load my kid in and out of but she is forward facing so i dont think it would be a big deal with the coupe. Ive been lurking the bmw forums so ill post there to see about CPO service.

Waltah

iTrader: (3)

vwong

I thought the newer idrive started in 09.

Crazy Bimmer

it did.

Waltah

iTrader: (3)

>335i sedan with sport pack, manual, and idrive isn't exactly easy. i love the hunt though

cM3go

The old ipod (BMW oem) cable works on the old iPod nano iirc. Get a new nano

AS3.0CL

it isn't. i'm looking for all of that in a coupe with maybe the M-sport. i'm having a very hard time finding anything like it around me.

and 09 and above because of the idrive update....

stogie1020

Shit, I need THEIR cable? Was trying to connect with the apple dock-USB cable...

stogie1020

Just looked at my paperwork and it appears I paid for this already. Need to stop by the dealership tomorrow to see what is up...

charliemike

Logically, you'd think that would make sense. But then they couldn't charge you $200 for a $2 cable

stogie1020

It's only $70, but I paid for the iPod integration thing so I am pretty sure it was supposed to be included.

alex2364

I'm pretty sure you don't need BMW's cable if you have a September 2010 production or later.

stogie1020

2G nano doesn't do shyt when I connect it to the USB in the armrest...

Aux 3.5mm jack works but no control over the player or display of the tracks/playlists.

gr8ness97

iTrader: (5)

Anyone have experience with E36 M3s? I was curious on whether I should put this on my short list of cars under $10K.

charliemike

All I can say is the usual: Get an OBD2 ('96 or newer IIRC), check on the VANOS, and the usual stuff (timing, water pump, etc). That's what I've seen mentioned. Some folks might have other things to add.

stogie1020

Dealership said the same thing, tested it with a known good cable and it did not work, so they just gave me a cable.

Not sur eif it's that the nano is older or that the head unit in the car was produced before 9/10 despite the car being made in January. Dunno, don't really care.

Ipod does a few weird things when connected but overall I am happy.

tmnhs81

stogie1020

I should probably upgrade to a post cold war era ipod sometime...

charliemike

Not at all. You have an excellent MP3 player:

alex2364

Or just use a USB stick.

JBlueCLS6

iTrader: (2)

Have a dilemma

My 08 335 is on its last year of warranty. Now I know I can extend it to 7yr/100k for I think 4500-4800 as it has iDrive and its an XI which I think categorizes as a level C Car?

Now I'm thinking holy shit over $4,000!!!thats alot for 3 more years of warranty.

Is it worth it or should I roll that 4k, trade to a newer model like a 2010 so I have 3 years left and the service warranty, or maybe find a CPO. I'm even considering an M3.

My problem is it took me a while to find a fully loaded manual/red interior 335. I don't care about the AWD to be honest, I've got a winter beater.

Extend the warranty vs. newer model and extending payments.

And I never posted pics so here.

charliemike

I guess it depends ... You like the car and you know the condition it's in ... If you don't think you'll keep it for more than three years then maybe consider leasing the next one?

cjTL

iTrader: (2)

Not a chance in hell I'd buy the extended warranty for $4,000+. If you want to keep the car, save the $4K and spend whatever of that money on repairs if they are needed. Something would have to go catastrophically wrong for the car to need $4K in service done. It's a pretty new car still.

Just doesn't seem worth it at that price. Also, if you get the sudden itch for something else, you won't feel so obligated to keep your current 335 and will have money to put towards a new car.

Crazy Bimmer

Sure its 4k?! Thats more than the M3 warranty.

Or is that warranty and extended maintenance warranty?

Crazy Bimmer

Thoughts?

Thinking of dumping the HRE P40s and ordering these Works.

Thing is they are 2peice but cast. But WORK casting process is pretty damn good, right?




VS

Current HRE P40

charliemike

^ Dear God yes! Those P40s just don't fit that car.

Costco

I like those Works, but I don't love them. At any rate they're better than the P40s I've never liked those wheels and still don't. It's gotta have some sort of lip (step-lips, even better) or concavity (the more the better)

The thing about those Works is they look a little generic. I like the step lip, but the face design looks like any other mesh wheel out there.

TommySalami

HELL YEAH, do work, son

Crazy Bimmer

I always wanted a step lip with mesh design, its a style that i never have gotten tired of. Just most of the common ones were BBS LMR or LMs. Which i really cant see myself spending that much money on wheels anymore.

These Works just came out for 2011 and the price is MUCH cheaper than anything else i can think of. Only downside is it will take a LONG time to get made and shipped to the states. Blah.