Vancouver, BC anyone?

Bringinthewolf · 12-21-2008, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by deeb

That's pretty good, mini's would be fun to rip around in.

I haven't looked at the roof rack yet, I had one on my last car and didn't really like it to much, lots of drag and hassle dealing with scratches and driving into underground parkades. (Won't do that again..) Does it scratch the back at all???

No not at all. The receiver is tucked well under the car but the arm on the Yakima is very long. I have had road bikes, xc mtn bikes, cross bikes and downhill bikes on the back and nothing comes anywhere near the bumper.

jmr_70 · 12-22-2008, 12:01 PM

Hi from Surrey everyone and Merry Christmas!
- Monaco Blue 1er

skykanta · 12-23-2008, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Cooldaddygroove

What color is your car? I drive a white 135 with the BMW Performance body kit and CF goodies on it as well.....New West

Mine is alpine white!
I live in Burnaby near SFU
I'm supposed to pick it up tomorrow...but look at the weather
I don't think it's possible

deeb · 12-23-2008, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by skykanta

Mine is alpine white!
I live in Burnaby near SFU
I'm supposed to pick it up tomorrow...but look at the weather
I don't think it's possible

Nice!

Burnaby represent. Have only ever seen one 1 in burnaby.

skykanta · 12-27-2008, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by deeb

Nice!

Burnaby represent. Have only ever seen one 1 in burnaby.

Yeah~ I haven't seen a lot of them in metro vancouver region
I still haven't picked it up
Cuz the weather has been so bad...and I haven't got snow tires yet
I was looking at tire rack online
Their price is decent
But the only hassel is that I have to pick it up across the border to save the delivery and brokerage fee
Since I have the performance brakes..I can't use 17" rims...I have to buy 18" rims
What brand of tires do you guys suggest?

5354 · 12-28-2008, 12:37 PM

I am near Brentwood mall in burnaby too, so bound to see you sooner later. There has been so much so snow I haven't driven my 1er in two weeks.

I saw a AW 128 about two weeks ago but that is about it.

deeb · 12-28-2008, 03:01 PM

Right on!

Ya the snow is getting ridiculous, I honestly cant take it anymore.

My 1er has been in the shop for a week with a broken window and its amazing how much I miss her... anyone else gone through that???

As for Skykanta, I just ordered a set of goodyear winter tires from tirerack and they should be on my car by tomorrow on the stock 18's. I'd be happy to report back to you and let you know how they are. Especially with burnaby and the lower mainland being sold out of winter tires... I paid $1080 cdn shipped to my door for the 4 tires.

skykanta · 12-28-2008, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 5354

I am near Brentwood mall in burnaby too, so bound to see you sooner later. There has been so much so snow I haven't driven my 1er in two weeks.

I saw a AW 128 about two weeks ago but that is about it.

We're pretty close!
Yeah!..I'm looking to pick it up on dec 30th tuesday
But it seems like jan 2nd friday it will snow again in Burnaby...
So I can't make up my mind whether I should wait a bit longer...
What do you suggest?

skykanta · 12-28-2008, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by deeb

Right on!

Ya the snow is getting ridiculous, I honestly cant take it anymore.

My 1er has been in the shop for a week with a broken window and its amazing how much I miss her... anyone else gone through that???

As for Skykanta, I just ordered a set of goodyear winter tires from tirerack and they should be on my car by tomorrow on the stock 18's. I'd be happy to report back to you and let you know how they are. Especially with burnaby and the lower mainland being sold out of winter tires... I paid $1080 cdn shipped to my door for the 4 tires.

I feel my arm sore from shovelling the snow...
I have to shovel at home...also at work...!!!
But today...I finally saw some sunshine around noon...
Now it's raining hopefully that'll help with melting the snow off

I can't wait to pick it up hahaha...I feel you!
But I just don't wanna rush it and having the new car gone thru the crazy snow condition...
I have full time school and work...so I have to drive everyday...

Please let me know how the snow tires are on the snow!
and also on the wet road as well~
Thanks a lot!!!
By the way...
Did you just use your stock rims?
But the front and rear are different sizes
Did you buy different size tires for the front and rear on tire rack?

5354 · 12-28-2008, 08:17 PM

I am so tempted to order a set of blizzaks from tire rack but as a typical Vancouverite, I never anticpate so much snow. I drove my '02 320i for 6 years on all seasons taking the occasional public transit when it snows.

Skykanta, I would wait to pick it up, I am sure you are a good driver but its those other crazies on the road I would worry about.

deeb · 12-28-2008, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by skykanta

I feel my arm sore from shovelling the snow...
I have to shovel at home...also at work...!!!
But today...I finally saw some sunshine around noon...
Now it's raining hopefully that'll help with melting the snow off

I can't wait to pick it up hahaha...I feel you!
But I just don't wanna rush it and having the new car gone thru the crazy snow condition...
I have full time school and work...so I have to drive everyday...

Please let me know how the snow tires are on the snow!
and also on the wet road as well~
Thanks a lot!!!
By the way...
Did you just use your stock rims?
But the front and rear are different sizes
Did you buy different size tires for the front and rear on tire rack?

Nope, the stock 18's will fit 225's fine, I got all 4 in that size.

I believe the stock rims can take up to 225/40 front and 255/35 rear with no problems.

I'll let you know asap with the tires!

skykanta · 12-28-2008, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 5354

I am so tempted to order a set of blizzaks from tire rack but as a typical Vancouverite, I never anticpate so much snow. I drove my '02 320i for 6 years on all seasons taking the occasional public transit when it snows.

Skykanta, I would wait to pick it up, I am sure you are a good driver but its those other crazies on the road I would worry about.

This is the worst snow ever since I moved to Canada!
I think I'll get a set of snow tires cuz the 18" M sport package performance tires will give hella lots of troubles on the snow
I don't wanna risk the car~

Thanks for your suggestion!
I was hoping to pick it up before the end of the year...just to celebrate the upcoming 2009
But now..I guess I gotta HOLD TIGHT !

skykanta · 12-28-2008, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by deeb

Nope, the stock 18's will fit 225's fine, I got all 4 in that size.

I believe the stock rims can take up to 225/40 front and 255/35 rear with no problems.

I'll let you know asap with the tires!

Thanks man!

Are you switching the tires off the stock rims yourself? Or you're having tire shops do the mounting for you?

KVMan50 · 12-31-2008, 10:52 PM

Hi everyone. My wife Shannon and I just bought a new 2008 Jet Black 128i from Auto West in Richmond. I just drove it home yesterday and with the sport package, 18" summer run flats, it may be sitting idle for a few days. We hope if it is OK weather New Year's day, we'll take it out for a spin. My drive home yesterday was fun... the car goes quite well. I am coming from a Mazda 3 Sport GT, lowered, full exhaust system, air intake, drilled slotted rotors, etc and the BMW feels great. I got back into the Mazda 3 today and it still feels fine... I hope that once I get to really drive the 128, I'll really appreciate the rear wheel drive. Yesterday, it wasn't that noticeable. But it shore is purty! I'll let everyone know if I can get out tomorrow...
Happy New Year!
David.

Cooldaddygroove · 01-01-2009, 11:31 AM

I doubt you will be going anywhere today my Friend. Take a look outside. DUMP!

VFX · 01-01-2009, 11:37 AM

I just been out in it this morning before the snow plows came out...

! ! ! F U N ! ! !

oh & Happy New Year Everybody!

.

warmtoes · 01-01-2009, 12:43 PM

KVMan50, welcome on board. A note though, if you have the summer run flats I wouldn't drive it around at these temperatures even without snow. At 0 degrees those tires have very much less grip. Get some snows pretty quick.

sixpack · 01-01-2009, 10:41 PM

I haven't driven mine for 2 weeks! Every once in a while I back her out of the garage for a few minutes then pull it back in! Just looked out the window...Snowing again

Yobuster · 01-02-2009, 06:36 PM

Yeah my 135 has been in the garage for coming to 3 weeks. There's just too much snow around and even if the main roads are cleared, the side streets are still a killer. Right now for the side streets, if you don't have clearance you're outta luck.

Also for those fellow boardies who are driving on their summer tires, if I recall correctly, if you get into an accident and you are not on all-seasons or winters during the winter, ICBC can choose not to cover you. You should probably check with your agent just to be safe.

PhAzE · 01-02-2009, 10:09 PM

I wish this snow would finally just go away and never come back. The snowfall on New Years Eve had me walking home for 45 minutes and now its very slick on the roads. To whoever is still on summers, be very careful!

5354 · 01-03-2009, 12:10 AM

This snow sucks. I snuck it out for about two hours on Wednesday. Had the top down when it was sunny and 6 degrees. Someone shouted from their pick up as I was driving down Commercial drive, "its too cold!".

Not worry, rain on the way for next week and we can drive again.

ToXiC · 01-03-2009, 12:15 AM

Tried moving the car outside not even 20 feet out of our driveway and it was almost stuck, needless to say it hasnt been driven in weeks.

12-22-2008, 12:01 PM	#134
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12-28-2008, 12:37 PM	#138
5354 numbers 0 Rep 40 Posts Drives: 135i cabriolet BSM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Burnaby, BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	I am near Brentwood mall in burnaby too, so bound to see you sooner later. There has been so much so snow I haven't driven my 1er in two weeks. I saw a AW 128 about two weeks ago but that is about it.
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12-28-2008, 03:01 PM	#139
deeb boss. 19 Rep 216 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (0)	Right on! Ya the snow is getting ridiculous, I honestly cant take it anymore. My 1er has been in the shop for a week with a broken window and its amazing how much I miss her... anyone else gone through that??? As for Skykanta, I just ordered a set of goodyear winter tires from tirerack and they should be on my car by tomorrow on the stock 18's. I'd be happy to report back to you and let you know how they are. Especially with burnaby and the lower mainland being sold out of winter tires... I paid $1080 cdn shipped to my door for the 4 tires. __________________ .:08::black::135i::6speed::stick:.
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12-28-2008, 08:17 PM	#142
5354 numbers 0 Rep 40 Posts Drives: 135i cabriolet BSM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Burnaby, BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	I am so tempted to order a set of blizzaks from tire rack but as a typical Vancouverite, I never anticpate so much snow. I drove my '02 320i for 6 years on all seasons taking the occasional public transit when it snows. Skykanta, I would wait to pick it up, I am sure you are a good driver but its those other crazies on the road I would worry about.
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12-31-2008, 10:52 PM	#146
KVMan50 Enlisted Member 6 Rep 31 Posts Drives: Jet Black BMW 128i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Port Coquitlam, BC iTrader: (0)	New 128i owner in Port Coquitlam... Hi everyone. My wife Shannon and I just bought a new 2008 Jet Black 128i from Auto West in Richmond. I just drove it home yesterday and with the sport package, 18" summer run flats, it may be sitting idle for a few days. We hope if it is OK weather New Year's day, we'll take it out for a spin. My drive home yesterday was fun... the car goes quite well. I am coming from a Mazda 3 Sport GT, lowered, full exhaust system, air intake, drilled slotted rotors, etc and the BMW feels great. I got back into the Mazda 3 today and it still feels fine... I hope that once I get to really drive the 128, I'll really appreciate the rear wheel drive. Yesterday, it wasn't that noticeable. But it shore is purty! I'll let everyone know if I can get out tomorrow... Happy New Year! David.
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01-01-2009, 11:31 AM	#147
Cooldaddygroove First Lieutenant 12 Rep 308 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2008 iTrader: (0)	I doubt you will be going anywhere today my Friend. Take a look outside. DUMP!
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01-01-2009, 11:37 AM	#148
VFX First Lieutenant 34 Rep 386 Posts Drives: 128i Coupe Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 Porsche Cayenne S [0.00] 2008 BMW 128i Coupe [0.00] 2005 Porsche 987 Bo ... [0.00]	I just been out in it this morning before the snow plows came out... ! ! ! F U N ! ! ! oh & Happy New Year Everybody! .
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01-01-2009, 12:43 PM	#149
warmtoes Lieutenant Colonel 31 Rep 1,917 Posts Drives: EBII 435i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (1)	KVMan50, welcome on board. A note though, if you have the summer run flats I wouldn't drive it around at these temperatures even without snow. At 0 degrees those tires have very much less grip. Get some snows pretty quick. __________________ *2014 EBII 435i xDrive M-sport* Gone: 2011 TiAg F25 X3 xDrive35i M-sport Gone: 2008 TiAg w/Coral Red E88 135i Cab M-sport
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01-01-2009, 10:41 PM	#150
sixpack Enlisted Member 1 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada iTrader: (0)	Lots of snow in Calgary I haven't driven mine for 2 weeks! Every once in a while I back her out of the garage for a few minutes then pull it back in! Just looked out the window...Snowing again Attached Images __________________ 2009 128i Sedona Red\|Black Leather\| Premium Package\| Nav\| Premium Sound\| Comfort Package\| Park Distance Control\| Build 10/08
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01-02-2009, 06:36 PM	#151
Yobuster Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: BMW 135i Sedona Red Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Yeah my 135 has been in the garage for coming to 3 weeks. There's just too much snow around and even if the main roads are cleared, the side streets are still a killer. Right now for the side streets, if you don't have clearance you're outta luck. Also for those fellow boardies who are driving on their summer tires, if I recall correctly, if you get into an accident and you are not on all-seasons or winters during the winter, ICBC can choose not to cover you. You should probably check with your agent just to be safe.
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01-02-2009, 10:09 PM	#152
PhAzE Second Lieutenant 29 Rep 226 Posts Drives: AW 1m (soon) Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Vancouver, B.C. iTrader: (0)	I wish this snow would finally just go away and never come back. The snowfall on New Years Eve had me walking home for 45 minutes and now its very slick on the roads. To whoever is still on summers, be very careful!
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01-03-2009, 12:10 AM	#153
5354 numbers 0 Rep 40 Posts Drives: 135i cabriolet BSM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Burnaby, BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	This snow sucks. I snuck it out for about two hours on Wednesday. Had the top down when it was sunny and 6 degrees. Someone shouted from their pick up as I was driving down Commercial drive, "its too cold!". Not worry, rain on the way for next week and we can drive again.
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01-03-2009, 12:15 AM	#154
ToXiC Private 5 Rep 53 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Tried moving the car outside not even 20 feet out of our driveway and it was almost stuck, needless to say it hasnt been driven in weeks.
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