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j_marinelli · 08-28-2012, 08:43 PM

First off let me start by stating that I hope I'm placing this thread in the right topic. If not, I'm sure I deserve a lifetime ban for my ignorance

I have been on a fence for owning a 1 series (or even 3 series) for some time now and actually settled on a different car about 7 months. Then last week one popped up for sale that I couldn't pass down.

I technically haven't made the purchase official but it will be official on Thrusday when I drive down to Houston to pick her up. I look forward to reading reviews, input, and more importantly the random useless humor that can only be found in great forums!

ken1137 · 08-28-2012, 08:49 PM

JK...welcome and post some pics when you get home.

BimmerEnthusiast99 · 08-28-2012, 11:00 PM

Welcome. SA---lived there for a couple of years myself, love it. Cha Cha's on Babcock is my favorite TexMex.

Good choice on the car if you get it.

j_marinelli · 08-29-2012, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by BimmerEnthusiast99

Welcome. SA---lived there for a couple of years myself, love it. Cha Cha's on Babcock is my favorite TexMex.

Good choice on the car if you get it.

Thanks for all the welcome guys!

Food here is always good and it seems like there is a good tex mex every few blocks.

I will try and post pictures on Friday though as soon as I get done with work, I will be heading to Rockport for the holiday weekend

j_marinelli · 08-29-2012, 08:52 PM

Here is a teaser shot from the dealers stock picture from their for sale ad:

Ahhhh I cant sleep... Cant wait to go pick her up!!!! Wish I didnt have to endure an 8 hour work day before I have to drive 3+ hours to get her either

j_marinelli · 09-05-2012, 10:13 AM

Got the car and I love her!!!!! Few little things that need some attention (tint on passenger window is coming off and I need to fix the headlight control knob that isnt snapped in)

I plan on taking some pictures of her saturday monring since the weather should be good and cool down here.

Also, I already ordered a Berk Street Perfromance exhaust for my first mod and that is coming in on Friday!!!

iNAN3 SOLDi3R · 09-05-2012, 03:01 PM

Post up some more pics! Looks like you got yourself quite the ride there. And Welcome

j_marinelli · 09-05-2012, 04:31 PM

Here is a quick pic from my phone.... more to come this weekend hopefully!

Isdaako · 09-05-2012, 04:34 PM

Sweet!

j_marinelli · 09-07-2012, 08:20 PM

Look what the mod fairy left under my pillow....

iNAN3 SOLDi3R · 09-08-2012, 03:01 AM

Nice! I want me some Berk exhaust one of these days.

j_marinelli · 09-08-2012, 10:39 AM

Couple pics I took this morning:

Ammonia · 09-08-2012, 10:47 AM

Nice! Came with the wheels? If so, lucky!

New21er · 09-08-2012, 01:29 PM

Now go try your new freeway! 85MPH and legal!!

j_marinelli · 09-08-2012, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Ammonia

Nice! Came with the wheels? If so, lucky!

Yes it did.

Quote:

Originally Posted by New21er

Now go try your new freeway! 85MPH and legal!!

Bmwbreed · 09-08-2012, 07:50 PM

Looks good man and BTW the pic with the exhaust in the box thats totally something id do/say. I always get excited when i order things.

MarkRat · 09-09-2012, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by j_marinelli

Couple pics I took this morning:

Very nice car!

Mark

j_marinelli · 09-09-2012, 06:52 PM

Thank y'all for the compliments! Now I just gotta figure out what is next on my mod list

PapaB · 09-09-2012, 08:27 PM

Sweet ride, welcome. have you considered blackline tail lights? they would look great against that color.

Black Flagged · 09-10-2012, 09:01 AM

welcome and congrats... nice color combo... enjoy your new fun project...

JTBMW1 · 09-12-2012, 06:53 AM

Nice, is the Berk exhaust a CAT back bolt on? Does it require any re-programming to avoid codes? Is there a performance increase, change in sound, deeper, louder, etc? The stock exhaust does not seem too bad to me, it has a deep mellow tone. And I am comparing it to other sports cars that make no sound at all that I had to change exhaust on right away- 2010 Subaru WRX and a 2010 Mazda Miata.

j_marinelli · 09-12-2012, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by JTBMW1

Nice, is the Berk exhaust a CAT back bolt on? Does it require any re-programming to avoid codes? Is there a performance increase, change in sound, deeper, louder, etc? The stock exhaust does not seem too bad to me, it has a deep mellow tone. And I am comparing it to other sports cars that make no sound at all that I had to change exhaust on right away- 2010 Subaru WRX and a 2010 Mazda Miata.

-Yes Bolt on
-No additional reprogamming
-There is slight increase in power but its hard to notice on the butt dyno
-Sound is louder, deeper with a hint of exotic higher note on high RPMs (if that makes sense)

08-28-2012, 08:43 PM	#1
j_marinelli Private First Class 508 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2015 Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Spring Branch, TX. iTrader: (2)	New To Forum First off let me start by stating that I hope I'm placing this thread in the right topic. If not, I'm sure I deserve a lifetime ban for my ignorance I have been on a fence for owning a 1 series (or even 3 series) for some time now and actually settled on a different car about 7 months. Then last week one popped up for sale that I couldn't pass down. I technically haven't made the purchase official but it will be official on Thrusday when I drive down to Houston to pick her up. I look forward to reading reviews, input, and more importantly the random useless humor that can only be found in great forums!
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08-29-2012, 08:52 PM	#5
j_marinelli Private First Class 508 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2015 Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Spring Branch, TX. iTrader: (2)	Here is a teaser shot from the dealers stock picture from their for sale ad: Ahhhh I cant sleep... Cant wait to go pick her up!!!! Wish I didnt have to endure an 8 hour work day before I have to drive 3+ hours to get her either
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09-05-2012, 10:13 AM	#6
j_marinelli Private First Class 508 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2015 Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Spring Branch, TX. iTrader: (2)	Got the car and I love her!!!!! Few little things that need some attention (tint on passenger window is coming off and I need to fix the headlight control knob that isnt snapped in) I plan on taking some pictures of her saturday monring since the weather should be good and cool down here. Also, I already ordered a Berk Street Perfromance exhaust for my first mod and that is coming in on Friday!!!
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09-08-2012, 10:39 AM	#12
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j_marinelli Private First Class 508 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2015 Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Spring Branch, TX. iTrader: (2)	Thank y'all for the compliments! Now I just gotta figure out what is next on my mod list
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JTBMW1 Private 3 Rep 63 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 128i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Naples, FL iTrader: (0)	Nice, is the Berk exhaust a CAT back bolt on? Does it require any re-programming to avoid codes? Is there a performance increase, change in sound, deeper, louder, etc? The stock exhaust does not seem too bad to me, it has a deep mellow tone. And I am comparing it to other sports cars that make no sound at all that I had to change exhaust on right away- 2010 Subaru WRX and a 2010 Mazda Miata.
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