[Mikie]

I was thinking about the Mystic Blue, but it was being discontinued after September and replaced with Monaco Blue.

But I had thought it was going to be availible in Sept?

The biggest problem is I have to wait until after Sep for the comfort access, but I wanted Mystic Blue

Any one know for sure?

[llaroo]

I just got my monaco blue with a 30% tint on the windows. It's realy amazing. I want to drive it but totally paranoid now of idiot drivers around me! I'm sure I'll ease my anxiety!

[YYdoodle]

Originally Posted by Mikie

I was thinking about the Mystic Blue, but it was being discontinued after September and replaced with Monaco Blue.

But I had thought it was going to be availible in Sept?

The biggest problem is I have to wait until after Sep for the comfort access, but I wanted Mystic Blue

Any one know for sure?

What?? Maybe Italy is differnet (I doubt it)? Here in the US, Mystic Blue is coming out in September and Monaco Blue will stay.

llaroo, where the hell are the pics!?

[Hornet]

Monaco blue has been available from the beginning and mystic comes available in September.

[E90Fleet]

Mystic Blue is only starting production in September , it has never been offered anywhere on the E90 before

Monoco blue which is much darker will still be available

Sonora, Deep green and barrique red will also start in September

[lemon_dakota]

And Le Mans Blue is also a new colour for September production.

[YYimports]

Since the pics of the M-aerodynamic kit is Le Mans Blue, is this color only being offered for M-kit cars?

[stressdoc]

Any thoughts on when we might get official word on the availabilty of LeMans blue in the USA market?

[E90Fleet]

Where did you guy hear about LeMans Blue ?

Nothing about it in the BMW press release for september cars and the M sport pack

[lemon_dakota]

In the UK it is only available with M Sport models.

[stressdoc]

Right, it is a special color for the UK (all euro?) M Sport models. My thought is that if the USA gets a performance package (ZHP) or something even better (335i), it would make sense to provide a distinctive color(s). I would have to see it, but if it is 'free', I think it might be my first choice, with mystic blue and arctic silver as alternates. So any hints that the USA will be getting LeMans blue might be an indicator of great things... Maybe I'm grasping at straws in the current information void.

[noflash]

Stressdoc, what do you prescribe for stress???



Also, this is on Edmunds.com fyi:

BMW Foreshadows M Treatment for 1 and 3 Series
Date Posted 07-13-2005

MUNICH, Germany — BMW is inching closer to bringing to reality scorching M versions of its 1 Series and 3 Series models.

Although the existence of a 1 Series tweaked by BMW's famed M Division has been denied, the appearance of the new M Sportpacket says otherwise.

The new M Sportpacket styling kit, which is being offered for the X3 off-roader in addition to the 1 Series and 3 Series, adds some aggressive visual cues to the appearance of these models. The aerodynamic kit contains special suspension settings, enhanced interior with aluminum inserts and a leather-covered steering wheel. These add-ons can be ordered with any engine, but it is not mere coincidence that BMW announced a slew of new engines parallel to this new aerokit. The European-only 1 Series can now be ordered with a 265-horsepower inline six, and there are three new powertrains for the 3 Series — a 1.8-liter inline four that makes 129 hp, a 1.8-liter inline four-cylinder diesel with 121 hp and a 3.0-liter inline-six diesel with 231 hp and 410 pound-feet of torque.

What this means to you: Not much, until they bring a 1 Series to the U.S., anyway.


......................

It's not clear this is def bound for US.
Even if it is, it's not clear we'll get the clear front corners.
Also, I have seen a reply email from BMWNA that says there are no plans to bring the 335i to the US.

Sooooooo, I guess we really know nothing concrete about the future of high performance non-M bimmers coming to the US!! :mad:

[stressdoc]

Like cholesterols, there is good stress and bad stress. Good stress is 200+ kph on the autobahn in your new ED. Bad stress is when your anticipation of good stress is frustrated by the vogons.

I just cannot believe that BMW AG will sit back and let Audi and MB take over the sports niche in the USA. And that they are unwilling to create the diesel niche here. Look at the payoff to Toyota for taking a risk on the Prius!

On a different front: any sources on the "V" series (van)?

[F32Fleet]

Originally Posted by stressdoc

Like cholesterols, there is good stress and bad stress. Good stress is 200+ kph on the autobahn in your new ED. Bad stress is when your anticipation of good stress is frustrated by the vogons.

I just cannot believe that BMW AG will sit back and let Audi and MB take over the sports niche in the USA. And that they are unwilling to create the diesel niche here. Look at the payoff to Toyota for taking a risk on the Prius!

On a different front: any sources on the "V" series (van)?

BMW diesel engines require cleaner fuel to burn. US diesel will meet this requirement (low sulph) in a couple of years.

[stressdoc]

Socom notes: US diesel will meet this requirement (low sulph) in a couple of years.

The Vogons!!!

[E90Fleet]

Can someone give me a link to where it says the UK will get Lemans Blue for the sport kit ?

None of my connections have heard about that color being relesed for the E90

[PhilS]

Originally Posted by E90Fleet

Can someone give me a link to where it says the UK will get Lemans Blue for the sport kit ?

None of my connections have heard about that color being relesed for the E90

E90Fleet, there's a fairly detailed post on this on e90post.com:

http://www.e90forums.net/html/module...viewtopic&t=46

HTH,
Phil.

[ogrady]

Thanks PhilS, here's what I saw

Official information about the new E90/E91 M Sport models from UK dealer:
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In addtion to the current line up of base, ES, SE models, we are pleased to announce the introduction of M Sport models on all new 3 Series models. This action takes place from production week 36 onwards.

These new models gain the following equipment in addition (or replacement) to the SE specification:

M Aerodynamics package
Sport suspension
17" M light allow Double spoke wheels styling 194M: front 8J x 17 225/45 R17 / rear: 8.5J x 17 255/40 R17 on four-cylinder models
18" M light allow Double spoke wheels styling 193M: front 8J x 18 225/40 R18 / rear: 8.5J x 18 255/35 R18 on six-cylinder models
High gloss shadow line exterior finishers
Sports seats in new "Blue Shadow" cloth/Alcantara combination
M Sport leather steering wheel with perforated aero leather
M Sport short shift gear lever with perforated aero leather
Handbrake lever with perforated aero leather
Brushed Aluminuim interior trim
M door sill finishers with M badge
Individual anthracite headlining


Pricing for these new models is as follows:

318d M Sport (Z3SH) = £25.905 OTR
318i M Sport (Z3SE) = £23,690 OTR
320d M Sport (Z3SJ) = £27,015 OTR
320i M Sport (Z3SI) = £25,180 OTR
325i M Sport (Z3SK) = £28,255 OTR
330d M Sport (Z3SN) = £32,120 OTR
330i M Sport (Z3SL) = £31,555 OTR


M Sport models are only available in the following existing exterior paint finishes:

Titanium Silver (354)
Black Sapphire (475)
Sparkling Graphite (A22)
Alpine White (300)
Electric Red (438)


We are also pleased to announce the release of the following addtional paint finish for M Sport models only:

Le Mans Blue (381)


A new upholstery is available for M Sport models. This is called Blue Shadow cloth/Alcantara combination (ordering code - ANAT) and is only available in black. This is standard on all M Sport models. Dakota leathers are also available at a reduced price of £995.00.

Full details of the standard and optional equipment levels on M Sport models will be available under Standard Equipment on the Product Knowledge section of the Dealer InfoNet by 21st July.

======

[bimmer4me]

Originally Posted by ogrady

Thanks PhilS, here's what I saw

Official information about the new E90/E91 M Sport models from UK dealer:
======

In addtion to the current line up of base, ES, SE models, we are pleased to announce the introduction of M Sport models on all new 3 Series models. This action takes place from production week 36 onwards. .....

Will this be available in the US after September?

[stressdoc]

Any pics of the "shadow blue cloth/alcantara interior?

[Mikie]

The dealer even called Munich and they told him only Monaco was availible.


I will stop back by. Dealers.....

[manish]

Originally Posted by ogrady

Thanks PhilS, here's what I saw

Official information about the new E90/E91 M Sport models from UK dealer:
======

In addtion to the current line up of base, ES, SE models, we are pleased to announce the introduction of M Sport models on all new 3 Series models. This action takes place from production week 36 onwards.

These new models gain the following equipment in addition (or replacement) to the SE specification:

M Aerodynamics package
Sport suspension
17" M light allow Double spoke wheels styling 194M: front 8J x 17 225/45 R17 / rear: 8.5J x 17 255/40 R17 on four-cylinder models
18" M light allow Double spoke wheels styling 193M: front 8J x 18 225/40 R18 / rear: 8.5J x 18 255/35 R18 on six-cylinder models
High gloss shadow line exterior finishers
Sports seats in new "Blue Shadow" cloth/Alcantara combination
M Sport leather steering wheel with perforated aero leather
M Sport short shift gear lever with perforated aero leather
Handbrake lever with perforated aero leather
Brushed Aluminuim interior trim
M door sill finishers with M badge
Individual anthracite headlining


Pricing for these new models is as follows:

318d M Sport (Z3SH) = £25.905 OTR
318i M Sport (Z3SE) = £23,690 OTR
320d M Sport (Z3SJ) = £27,015 OTR
320i M Sport (Z3SI) = £25,180 OTR
325i M Sport (Z3SK) = £28,255 OTR
330d M Sport (Z3SN) = £32,120 OTR
330i M Sport (Z3SL) = £31,555 OTR


M Sport models are only available in the following existing exterior paint finishes:

Titanium Silver (354)
Black Sapphire (475)
Sparkling Graphite (A22)
Alpine White (300)
Electric Red (438)


We are also pleased to announce the release of the following addtional paint finish for M Sport models only:

Le Mans Blue (381)


A new upholstery is available for M Sport models. This is called Blue Shadow cloth/Alcantara combination (ordering code - ANAT) and is only available in black. This is standard on all M Sport models. Dakota leathers are also available at a reduced price of £995.00.

Full details of the standard and optional equipment levels on M Sport models will be available under Standard Equipment on the Product Knowledge section of the Dealer InfoNet by 21st July.

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hi ogrady,
ive ordered a new sept 07 320d mpsort, and wanted to confirm the vehicle code, is for the new improved model.
i have my invoice and it shows the vehicle code as "Z3TS",

The only why i ask this is that ive been waiting a long time already for my car, and the dealer said he may be able to get an existing 320d (new) with the 163hp engine. i have said no to that as i want the 177hp one, but i don't know if this engine is the old one or the new one.
how can i find this out?

Manish