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07-03-2009, 02:31 AM | #1 |
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I am totally new here and this is my first post. I ordered my 125i on the 14th June 09 and can only expect to get it on the 15th September 09! So needless to say I am climbing the walls and 1ADDICTS has been my haven for the last few days to keep me sane. I have been reading the posts extensively and it has all been so helpful. This really is an amazing group of passionate people!! Oh my order! I have ordered my car as follows: 125i Coupe Sedona Red Boston Black Exclusive Model Automatic Transmission with Steptronic Shift paddles on Sports steering wheel Chrome-line exterior Glass Sunroof, electric with sliding and vent function Sun protection glazing Interior trim finishers, Black high-gloss Headlamp washer system Xenon headlights Air-conditioner with microfilter Navigation System, Professional Voice control Bluetooth compatible cellphone preparation Hi-Fi loudspeaker LOGIC 7 System Area code 2 for DVD USB-/Audio Interface Acoustic seat belt warning Multifunction for steering wheel Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror Park Distance Control (PDC),front and rear Rain sensor and automatic headlight control Cruise Control On Stalk-switch Extended Light Package I debated long and hard with all the options and trust me, no choice was made without deep thought. I know it is stacked with options, but I chose the 125i due to the large price difference here in SA between it and the 135i. I am sure the 125i is enough for me. (haven't test driven a 135i and plan to keep it that way) I actually was originally looking at the 120d, but after all the options I want, they both ended up virtually the same price!! So the song of the inline 6 it was for me!! I have scoured the forums extensively, and have some questions I hope you can help me with. 1. It seems unclear as to how much of the iDrive's HDD space is dedicated to music. is it 12gb or 8gb? 2. Sun protection glazing, is this a clear film or it this Window tinting? 3. Does the acoustic sealt belt warning make a difference? Look forward to being part of this community. You are all a great help during my long wait... Sorry for such a long post. Thanks! |
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Good to have another South African on here. Welcome.
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You got body guard? Insurance must be expensive there......... I never been there and it sound like a special place..............
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wmo168: Johannesburg, like any city, has its bad areas and share of problems. It's the economic hub of Africa and is home to many news cars and toys. Unless you classify yourself as a VIP, having a bodyguard is just plain ridiculous. Look to South America for that kind of excitement. From personal experience, insurance on my coupe isn't too bad. Its 'rarity' reduces premiums.
VanillaRush: Congratulations on the 125i order! The coupe really is a special beast and your options list looks top notch. I've only seen one example of Sedona red and it looks gorgeous! Quote:
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No body guard at all... actually don't know of anyone that does... except for the president. Insurance isn't expensive. It is a special place... wouldn't want to go anywhere else. Gets a bad reputation from the media... but people only focus on the 5% bad rather than the 95% GOOD. South Africa is, and will always be my home... |
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07-13-2009, 03:16 AM | #10 | |
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Appreciate it, can't wait for it to arrive! Thanks for your help on the questions. Do you know if the tint is clear or not? PS: How terrible is the world perception of our Jozi? |
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Wow the perception is bad! Bear in mind South Africa does get black amg's, special edition lambo's (lp's, superlaggeras) ferraris(scuderia, modenas) etc. so yea. Its safe to drive a new bimmer We even have a few zondas and koenigseggs thanks to lolly jackson and some loaded indian guy Bmw and mercedes ect are less likely to get stolen when compared to VW Mazda etc..
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Welcome here VanillaRush.
We need a few more 1ers on our roads, makes the environment look a whole lot better. You a have good list of options. Sun protection glazing keeps an already cool looking car, even cooler inside and has the same UV reduction effect as the stick on Sun protection / smash-n-grab films. Xenon lights, well once you have had them, you will never go back. How are you going to see the waitng period out ?, well consider it character building. |
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Thanks M3X3Z3!
I hear you about more 1ers!... but I quite like the exclusivity at the moment... Thanks for the info on the glazing! Appreciate it! Oh character building it will be!! still 60 days to go!!!!! Oh well... all good things!!! |
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What must I wait for? My order is completed and I merely waiting for it to arrive. My complete order is stated at the top of the thread. |
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07-22-2009, 04:13 AM | #17 |
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Hi..with regard to the size of HDD for Music files... I read somewhere that the HDD is 80Gb with 12Gb for files ..I think. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong. That could be a UK spec only, of course.
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