2013 135is owners discussion and photos thread!

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by gregthegr8

Eh, just saw this. Too much furry stuff I think. Looks weird to me.

agree. i like the way it is now....plus that photo has all sorts of wack stuff going on there!!

[Chunner]

Originally Posted by gregthegr8

Eh, just saw this. Too much furry stuff I think. Looks weird to me.

I like that AWRON gauge but just can not justify spending a grand on it.

[gregthegr8]

Originally Posted by Chunner

I like that AWRON gauge but just can not justify spending a grand on it.

I like the gauge, but would NEVER give up my A/C vent. the a/c system in our cars already sucks donkey dick. I guess the electronic performance wheel makes more sense in that regard. Performance wheel + awron gauge in one!

[3002 tii]

I really wanted the performance steering wheel in alcantara with the blue strip, but I could never get a straight answer as to whether or not it would work with the DCT.

The P3 gauge that goes on the passenger left side is pretty nifty, but really pricey. Gotta stop spending money on this car LOL.

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by 3002 tii

I really wanted the performance steering wheel in alcantara with the blue strip, but I could never get a straight answer as to whether or not it would work with the DCT.

The P3 gauge that goes on the passenger left side is pretty nifty, but really pricey. Gotta stop spending money on this car LOL.

there is a DCT version of it on the Getbmwparts site right? IIRC

[IEDEI]

you peeps in California probably have tons of these spots...but it was sooooo satisfying parking I this spot today!

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

there is a DCT version of it on the Getbmwparts site right? IIRC

Yea but every other BMW dealer online site says it's for Steptronic only. Tischer seems to be the only site that claims it works for DCT. So I then tried to look up who's installed this on a DCT and I couldn't find anyone. Only thing I found was installation DCT M3 but I've read the DCT on the E9x M3 is not the same as non-M DCT.

[CAVU]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

this guy! lol

and yes that is a massive hand sanitizer pump in my side tray! lol

Where did you find this guy? A rest area off the interstate?

Seriously, looks like he did a great job! My only reservation is concern for trying to keep it clean. How did he integrate with the stitching?

[Chunner]

Finally got my Dinan S2 serialized plaque. Stuck it front and center in the engine bay.... Next step, M3 rear subframe bushings. They are on order.

[mb135is]

Never realized how much of a difference those 1M side mirrors made. So much better than the stock mirrors.

[Worra]

Originally Posted by mb135is

Never realized how much of a difference those 1M side mirrors made. So much better than the stock mirrors.

Yeah, I'm really pleased with the outcome. My sideskirts are just sitting in my garage waiting to be installed. Maybe I'll get to it today.

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

there is a DCT version of it on the Getbmwparts site right? IIRC

Well whattya know....

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21554

(Yes in my free time I was day dreaming about $5000 seats and came across this thread lol)

[Worra]

Originally Posted by 3002 tii

Well whattya know....

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21554

(Yes in my free time I was day dreaming about $5000 seats and came across this thread lol)

Those seats are amazing looking, but because I opted for the blue stitching, I'm really hesitant to change my seats ever.

Part of me wants to keep the car "stock+" and try not to change anything that was especially unique to the "is" (seats, PE, PPK2, shadow trim, badging even)

But those seats....hnnnnnggggg

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by Worra

Those seats are amazing looking, but because I opted for the blue stitching, I'm really hesitant to change my seats ever.

Part of me wants to keep the car "stock+" and try not to change anything that was especially unique to the "is" (seats, PE, PPK2, shadow trim, badging even)

But those seats....hnnnnnggggg

Eh, luckily the price tag makes it an easy decision for me... NO lol. Agreed as subtle as the blue stitching is, it's still a nice touch. Plan to keep the car as is, the only 2 big mods left I would consider doing are Quaife + Dinan tune but for a commuter doesn't seem worth it.

If I wreck my Z4 on track and get paid out from insurance, then maybe the LSD & tune would be in the cards lol.

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by 3002 tii

Well whattya know....

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21554

(Yes in my free time I was day dreaming about $5000 seats and came across this thread lol)

you should definitely get the steering wheel, man!!! it feels SO GREAT.....i recommend it to everyone. It will require a bit of maintenance but is so worth it.

[motorchimp]

Originally Posted by 3002 tii

Well whattya know....

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21554

(Yes in my free time I was day dreaming about $5000 seats and came across this thread lol)

Those seats are beautiful! But yes +1 on the blue stitch, it was the main reason I reconsidered my car after browsing past it (black on black) a few times, hadn't noticed the blue stitches until later and once I noticed it in a close up shot I then knew I had to have it.

[3002 tii]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

you should definitely get the steering wheel, man!!! it feels SO GREAT.....i recommend it to everyone. It will require a bit of maintenance but is so worth it.

With my 22k/yr I put on the car, it'll be require a LOT of maintenance lol. I'm pretty much done for the car now, extremely happy with how it handles and looks. This car is going to be a keeper for a while, only thing that could possibly change that is if the RS3 makes it to the states and priced below $50k.

[gregthegr8]

Originally Posted by 3002 tii

With my 22k/yr I put on the car, it'll be require a LOT of maintenance lol. I'm pretty much done for the car now, extremely happy with how it handles and looks. This car is going to be a keeper for a while, only thing that could possibly change that is if the RS3 makes it to the states and priced below $50k.

Have they said whether they'll actually bring an RS3 here? S3 supposed to start at $42k and that TTS/TTRS might potentially tempt me, but we shall see.

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by gregthegr8

Have they said whether they'll actually bring an RS3 here? S3 supposed to start at $42k and that TTS/TTRS might potentially tempt me, but we shall see.

i'm 90% sure the RS3 is coming.....especially since the A3 is selling like hotcakes right now. Not sure why as the new A3 is pretty poor if you ask me. The S3 is just coming out shortly and i wouldn't be surprised if the RS3 introduction corresponds to the M2 introduction.

I'm not interested in either, but i'm pretty sure the RS3 will be VERY in demand when it makes it here. The 'Audiphiles' have been waiting for a Sedan/Wagon with a 5-cylinder in the US market for like 20 years now......with that 5-cylinder turbo it should be quite desirable; maybe even more so than the M2.

[motorchimp]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

i'm 90% sure the RS3 is coming.....especially since the A3 is selling like hotcakes right now. Not sure why as the new A3 is pretty poor if you ask me. The S3 is just coming out shortly and i wouldn't be surprised if the RS3 introduction corresponds to the M2 introduction.

I'm not interested in either, but i'm pretty sure the RS3 will be VERY in demand when it makes it here. The 'Audiphiles' have been waiting for a Sedan/Wagon with a 5-cylinder for like 20 years now......with that 5-cylinder turbo it should be quite desirable; maybe even more so than the M2.

Didn't know it was a 5 cyl. How would that work? I guess inline... They should pair it up with 3 tail pipes, only then would it make sense.

[IEDEI]

Originally Posted by motorchimp

Didn't know it was a 5 cyl. How would that work? I guess inline... They should pair it up with 3 tail pipes, only then would it make sense.

inline 5! just like that last-generation TT-RS. Audi has a long history of inline-5 cylinders and were made famous by them during their use in the original Ur quattro rally cars.

[motorchimp]

Originally Posted by IEDEI

inline 5! just like that last-generation TT-RS. Audi has a long history of inline-5 cylinders and were made famous by them during their use in the original Ur quattro rally cars.

Sheesh I'm ashamed to admit I did not know that.