Officially Announced: 2011 BMW 335i Sedan Performance Edition. Retrofit Also For 135i

[SD ///M4]

I just remembered:

When I turned in my car at LogInOut at the Munich Airport on 5/25 I met a couple from Chicago turning in an M3 that were also on our flight. She told me she worked for BMW and gave me a card which showed her title as "Accessories Sales manager, Central Region" for BMW NA in Schaumburg, IL. She mentioned that some new performance product would be coming out "in a couple of months". This must be it and probably has nothing to do with an existing BMW Performance product.

I'm going to e-mail her for some details and hopefully she'll reply tomorrow morning.

[datbimmerdoe]

[rudyv1]

Just got this in an email from my dealer:

STAGE 1 PERFORMANCE POWER KIT: $1195
BMW Performance Power Kit A powerful engine is all part of ultimate driving pleasure. Boost your engine performance and get more out of your BMW. The BMW Stage 1 Powerkit has been developed by BMW engine specialists, and has been tested and refined in accordance with stringent BMW requirements.

Kit can be fitted to 135i, 335i, and 335i xDrive vehicles
Available for N54 (twin-turbo) vehicles produced as of 03/08 and N55 (single turbo) produced from 03/10 onward
Horsepower increase from 300 to 320
Torque increase from 300 to 317 ft-lbs (manual transmission)
Torque increase from 300 to 332 ft-lbs (automatic transmission)
Retails the original BMW limited warranty

[Professor///M]

Originally Posted by rudyv1

Just got this in an email from my dealer:

STAGE 1 PERFORMANCE POWER KIT: $1195
BMW Performance Power Kit A powerful engine is all part of ultimate driving pleasure. Boost your engine performance and get more out of your BMW. The BMW Stage 1 Powerkit has been developed by BMW engine specialists, and has been tested and refined in accordance with stringent BMW requirements.

Kit can be fitted to 135i, 335i, and 335i xDrive vehicles
Available for N54 (twin-turbo) vehicles produced as of 03/08 and N55 (single turbo) produced from 03/10 onward
Horsepower increase from 300 to 320
Torque increase from 300 to 317 ft-lbs (manual transmission)
Torque increase from 300 to 332 ft-lbs (automatic transmission)
Retails the original BMW limited warranty

Please forward to others!

[gavery12]

Ordered mine today!

[bigj505]

damn 1200 for 20 hp and 32lb torq?
i guess it makes no difference since i have an 07 anyways lol

[deepblonde]

Originally Posted by gavery12

Ordered mine today!

Congratulations, can't wait to see it!

[lux.sh]

Originally Posted by gavery12

Ordered mine today!

Keep us updated.

[mcacciola]

Any updates???

[Maineiac]

I just heard from my dealer as I had placed a deposit for the software only upgrade. We have been waiting a week or two now and here is what he just received from BMW:

"The Stage 1 Power Kit (software only) will be available in mid-August. Note: A special introductory price will be offered for the Stage 1 kit when it first becomes available. Keep an eye out for an Aftersales bulletin within the next week or two announcing pricing details."

When I hear more, I'll let others know.

[Rustler]

Originally Posted by Maineiac

I just heard from my dealer as I had placed a deposit for the software only upgrade. We have been waiting a week or two now and here is what he just received from BMW:

"The Stage 1 Power Kit (software only) will be available in mid-August. Note: A special introductory price will be offered for the Stage 1 kit when it first becomes available. Keep an eye out for an Aftersales bulletin within the next week or two announcing pricing details."

When I hear more, I'll let others know.

Rudyv1 is reporting a price of ~$1,200? How does one dealer have a price and the other have a bulletin saying pricing won't be released for a few weeks?

[Maineiac]

A fair question on pricing. See attached link that was posted on June 16...

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=545673.

[Rustler]

Originally Posted by Maineiac

A fair question on pricing. See attached link that was posted on June 16...

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=545673.

Thanks, I hadn't seen that link. Looks like it's consistent with rudyv1's report on pricing.

Although I think we all suspected that the retro-fit was going to be more than the $550 figure in for the option when new in the OP, I was (perhaps foolishly) hoping for something a little cheaper than this.

I have a couple questions: Why does the manual get a lower bump in tourque (is there a concern that it can't handle the added oomph of 32 more lb ft)?

Also, I'd be interested in hearing from people with a 335is or the original BMW Performance Power Kit about what the gains really feel like. By my math this is only ~7% bump in power. Can you really feel a difference?

[rudyv1]

here's the online link from my local dealer:

http://www.bmwwaterloo.com/special-o...formance-power

[Rustler]

Originally Posted by rudyv1

here's the online link from my local dealer:

http://www.bmwwaterloo.com/special-o...formance-power

Just noticed that both posts are from Canadian dealers. This package isn't on my local dealer's websites, and nothing on BMWusa website. Wonder if there'll be a difference in Canadian v. US pricing (exchange rate is pretty close to 1 to 1 these days, right?)

[ollie]

Originally Posted by Rustler

Just noticed that both posts are from Canadian dealers. This package isn't on my local dealer's websites, and nothing on BMWusa website. Wonder if there'll be a difference in Canadian v. US pricing (exchange rate is pretty close to 1 to 1 these days, right?)

We get wildly bent over in Canada so even though the currency exchange is relatively flat I'd guess our pricing will be at minimum 20% premium over US pricing.

[Jason]

The retrofit kit will also work for 135i.

[NYC6]

Originally Posted by Rustler

Thanks, I hadn't seen that link. Looks like it's consistent with rudyv1's report on pricing.

Although I think we all suspected that the retro-fit was going to be more than the $550 figure in for the option when new in the OP, I was (perhaps foolishly) hoping for something a little cheaper than this.

I have a couple questions: Why does the manual get a lower bump in tourque (is there a concern that it can't handle the added oomph of 32 more lb ft)?Also, I'd be interested in hearing from people with a 335is or the original BMW Performance Power Kit about what the gains really feel like. By my math this is only ~7% bump in power. Can you really feel a difference?

I was wondering myself. Anyone?

[GeorgeJ.]

I posted the following elsewhere on the forum:

I just had the Power Kit installed on my 2012 135i and it was closer to $3k. I am happy with the result, which I am guessing is close to the same output as the 1M but no M3 suspension, brakes, LSD, and cool gearbox/clutch/flywheel which really matter as well as the neat cosmetic and interior bits that are fun. I still have a fun and to me a good value car though as you can see I am a more loyal BMW owner than most. Best, GJ

The total parts was $1,988.34/tax 164.05 and labor was $810 for a total of $2,962.39 or $148.12 per horsepower. On the face of it this seems like a rip but I really like it and for $478 per month plus tax it is a great car, whats another $83 per month for a bunch of grins when I drive it. Plus no worries about warranty, screwing up the lease, etc. The increase in power feels like allot more than what it advertised so I would do it again in a heartbeat. Cheers, GJ

[Sylon]

I would definitely be in on this as long as I dont have to sell a kidney to be able to afford it. I already have the black kidney grills though.

[GeorgeJ.]

Originally Posted by Sylon

I would definitely be in on this as long as I dont have to sell a kidney to be able to afford it. I already have the black kidney grills though.

Your photo looks exactly like my car except with my new found power I might just be seeing it in my rear view mirror. The extra power is a real kick in the pants. I've got to spoil myself on a few things. - GJ

[Diver]

Anyone know the US price and availability?