Finally Pick it up tommorow (Pic)!

jmcphillips1 · 07-09-2011, 08:16 PM

I seem to be in the minority on this forum but I absolutely HATE white cars.

PyratOne · 07-09-2011, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by crumb

Well, that brings up an interesting question. Does a white 1M somehow look better than other white cars? Most white cars are boring IMO.

Couldnt agree more. I never liked white cars, just my preference.

Im trying to order an AW - on this car it just looks so cherry.

Another funny thing. Ive been watching unveil of multiple 1M on the board here. They are all exactly the same (as in stock 1M's) - yet its not getting old. Keep'em coming

Dee Pee · 07-09-2011, 09:31 PM

That was a really nice touch from the dealer. I hope mine does the same as it may be the only one they get. They asked if they could put it on the showroom for a few days (locked and behind a velvet friggin' rope according to my CA), so in return, I hope to get a fruit-basket and a very cool paper certificate.

I was originally going to go with BSM but changed to AW at the last possible moment. I've never owned a white or a black car. All my rides have been a rather pedestrian silver or charcoal. My interior color choices are even more uninspired--black. In college, my reddish-orange VW Rabbit Cabrio was cop-bait and ultimately accident-bait (rear-ended and then hit off-center by distracted drivers).

I specifically chose AW because it seemed to highlight the exterior features of the car a bit more than VO or BSM. I think all three are fantastic colors, however.

Limited numbers and colors do nothing to harm long-term value, IMO.

In the end, I think that the color is subordinate to how the car makes one feel, and how it performs. Any Lambo driver will probably dispute this, but my daddy doesn't own an oil-field so I'll never be able to drive one of those, nor ensconce myself in Gucci products from head-to-toe.

But I digress...

Congrats on the new car. It looks fantastic. And in the parlance of the intertubez...MOAR FOTOEZ PLEEZ!

ChrisBuer · 07-10-2011, 02:57 AM

Kevin that looks absolutely stunning!!

I too have ordered from a Cooper dealership and an AW car as well. In fact, I've already asked them to fit the black kidney grills as part of my PDI, so our cars will look very similar.

I'm sure you're really enjoying the car already and I look forward to hearing any updates you have regarding ownership. It's little stories and thoughts like these that help those of us who are still waiting

Look forward to seeing some more photos as well, especially as it's a UK car. Did you notice my attention from other road users? I have to say that with the Exige you do get starred at a lot!

kmpowell · 07-10-2011, 02:11 PM

Thanks for the feedback guys, I've been out in it again for most of today and I can honestly say that I haven't had this much of a grin on my face since I owned the TVR! The noise, the power. the presence, and the comfort is just immense!

I gave her a proper wash today, and I'm still staggered as to menacing and wide it looks! I took some pics to try and demonstrate it further...

MrRoboto · 07-10-2011, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by kmpowell

Thanks for the feedback guys, I've been out in it again for most of today and I can honestly say that I haven't had this much of a grin on my face since I owned the TVR! The noise, the power. the presence, and the comfort is just immense!

I gave her a proper wash today, and I'm still staggered as to menacing and wide it looks! I took some pics to try and demonstrate it further...

Great pic! Really shows the size of those front fenders.

kmpowell · 07-11-2011, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisBuer

Did you notice my attention from other road users?

Pointing, staring, double takes, being stopped 4 times in a single visit to the petrol station by people wanting to talk to me about the car...

So in answer to your question, yes!

Aussie_in_London · 07-11-2011, 10:24 AM

Congrats mate, looks bloody great ..........

///1M · 07-11-2011, 12:37 PM

Very nice composition on the photos.

as7920 · 07-11-2011, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisBuer

Did you notice my attention from other road users?

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Originally Posted by kmpowell

Pointing, staring, double takes, being stopped 4 times in a single visit to the petrol station by people wanting to talk to me about the car...

So in answer to your question, yes!

Not sure I've noticed anyone give mine a second glance!

Just how I want it!

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jmcphillips1 Captain 60 Rep 667 Posts Drives: 2012 128 Coupe Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama iTrader: (1) Garage List 2012 BMW 128i Coupe [0.00]	I seem to be in the minority on this forum but I absolutely HATE white cars. __________________ Current Daily Driver: 2015 X4 35i Retired: 2012 128i Coupe M-Sport Retired: 2009 X6 35i Retired: 2003 X5 4.6is Retired: 2006 330i Post September
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Dee Pee Captain 176 Rep 795 Posts Drives: '11 AW 1M, ‘24 718 GTS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	That was a really nice touch from the dealer. I hope mine does the same as it may be the only one they get. They asked if they could put it on the showroom for a few days (locked and behind a velvet friggin' rope according to my CA), so in return, I hope to get a fruit-basket and a very cool paper certificate. I was originally going to go with BSM but changed to AW at the last possible moment. I've never owned a white or a black car. All my rides have been a rather pedestrian silver or charcoal. My interior color choices are even more uninspired--black. In college, my reddish-orange VW Rabbit Cabrio was cop-bait and ultimately accident-bait (rear-ended and then hit off-center by distracted drivers). I specifically chose AW because it seemed to highlight the exterior features of the car a bit more than VO or BSM. I think all three are fantastic colors, however. Limited numbers and colors do nothing to harm long-term value, IMO. In the end, I think that the color is subordinate to how the car makes one feel, and how it performs. Any Lambo driver will probably dispute this, but my daddy doesn't own an oil-field so I'll never be able to drive one of those, nor ensconce myself in Gucci products from head-to-toe. But I digress... Congrats on the new car. It looks fantastic. And in the parlance of the intertubez...MOAR FOTOEZ PLEEZ!
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ChrisBuer Captain 69 Rep 632 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Kevin that looks absolutely stunning!! I too have ordered from a Cooper dealership and an AW car as well. In fact, I've already asked them to fit the black kidney grills as part of my PDI, so our cars will look very similar. I'm sure you're really enjoying the car already and I look forward to hearing any updates you have regarding ownership. It's little stories and thoughts like these that help those of us who are still waiting Look forward to seeing some more photos as well, especially as it's a UK car. Did you notice my attention from other road users? I have to say that with the Exige you do get starred at a lot!
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kmpowell Private First Class 20 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: May 2010 Location: England (UK) iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the feedback guys, I've been out in it again for most of today and I can honestly say that I haven't had this much of a grin on my face since I owned the TVR! The noise, the power. the presence, and the comfort is just immense! I gave her a proper wash today, and I'm still staggered as to menacing and wide it looks! I took some pics to try and demonstrate it further... __________________ May '11 - Nov '11 - 1M Coupe. Gone but not forgotten. Alpine White, Black Boston leather with Kyalami Orange stitching, Bluetooth, BMWP Kidney Grilles, BMWP Racing pedals
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///1M Captain 25 Rep 612 Posts Drives: On a good day, AW 1M coupe Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: between Indiana and the alley iTrader: (0)	Very nice composition on the photos.
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