My E90 325i (For the Weekend)

HRC · 05-20-2006, 01:30 PM

I took my car in for the recall this morning and I got another e90 325i as a loaner. I really wish I purchased the ZPP, I love the back support and the auto-dim rear view mirror.

The Step is the best auto tranny I have driven to date, it feels very wierd though coming from a manual. I like the DS mode, I use it in town and to get on the highway, then I change back to normal for highway use.

I find the non zsp seats to be "big" as I have lots of room to move around in them. The steering wheel feels wire-thin compared to my M-wheel.

The standard stereo is lacking IMO. I never really appreaciated the Logic 7 until today when I plugged in my Ipod.

The ride is soft compared to what I remember of the ZSP and compared to my current setup. I suspect the huge sidewalls of the 16" tires helps alot in this regard.

Overall, I am again impressed by BMW. Although this setup is not what I would've chosen, it's still a great car.

Danny

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HRC · 05-20-2006, 01:32 PM

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Someone actually smoked in this car!! :mad:

Danny

iczz · 05-20-2006, 01:49 PM

[QUOTE=HRC]
The standard stereo is lacking IMO. I never really appreaciated the Logic 7 until today when I plugged in my Ipod.
QUOTE]
Yeah....i agreed....i should buy logic 7..... :mad:

canucklion · 05-20-2006, 02:19 PM

it actually says "loaner" on the car haha

shragon · 05-20-2006, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by canucklion

it actually says "loaner" on the car haha

hahaha i was gonna comment on that too!

bavarian19 · 05-20-2006, 04:31 PM

I had a similar experience when I got a loaner... My car is a 325 and so was the loaner, but it was in auto without the sports package...

Its a good car, but again, not what I would have chosen... I also appreciate the premium package more now... I would die without bluetooth...

06E90Rostik · 05-20-2006, 04:40 PM

I have same girly 156s

canucklion · 05-20-2006, 06:43 PM

it's okay. You've got a beautiful and blonde girlfriend to make up for it.

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I have same girly 156s

climkt · 05-21-2006, 09:17 PM

hi HRC, your loan vehicle's rims are identical to my stock 320i, must be 16inch right? surprised that u find the step good, maybe i am the odd manual guy, but the 6 speed manual in your 218 horse car will be tonnes better to drive. i usually get put off when i see an auto box. it just does not inspire me to hop into the car to drive it. i test drove the lexus is250 on friday with 6 speed paddle shift. did not quite entertain me despite having a 6 cylinder engine.

markE90 · 05-21-2006, 09:52 PM

Danny, emission recall is what you did?

HRC · 05-21-2006, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by climkt

hi HRC, your loan vehicle's rims are identical to my stock 320i, must be 16inch right? surprised that u find the step good, maybe i am the odd manual guy, but the 6 speed manual in your 218 horse car will be tonnes better to drive. i usually get put off when i see an auto box. it just does not inspire me to hop into the car to drive it. i test drove the lexus is250 on friday with 6 speed paddle shift. did not quite entertain me despite having a 6 cylinder engine.

For an automatic, this is the best auto I have driven. Better than my manual? Not for me!

Danny

HRC · 05-21-2006, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by marcus

Danny, emission recall is what you did?

Yes, just the emission recall. Nothing exciting!

Danny

markE90 · 05-21-2006, 10:20 PM

haha i think ill do that..you dont need any letter that they sent or something right? just tell them about that recall?

mark

HRC · 05-21-2006, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by marcus

haha i think ill do that..you dont need any letter that they sent or something right? just tell them about that recall?

mark

Yea, I just called and set an appointment up. I said I needed the emissions recall. I didn't need my letter to get the service done, but I had it just in case.

Danny

markE90 · 05-21-2006, 10:23 PM

ayt! have fun with the 325i...you'll love your car more when you get it back!

mark

05-20-2006, 01:30 PM	#1
HRC MAUI BUILT 485 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	My E90 325i (For the Weekend) I took my car in for the recall this morning and I got another e90 325i as a loaner. I really wish I purchased the ZPP, I love the back support and the auto-dim rear view mirror. The Step is the best auto tranny I have driven to date, it feels very wierd though coming from a manual. I like the DS mode, I use it in town and to get on the highway, then I change back to normal for highway use. I find the non zsp seats to be "big" as I have lots of room to move around in them. The steering wheel feels wire-thin compared to my M-wheel. The standard stereo is lacking IMO. I never really appreaciated the Logic 7 until today when I plugged in my Ipod. The ride is soft compared to what I remember of the ZSP and compared to my current setup. I suspect the huge sidewalls of the 16" tires helps alot in this regard. Overall, I am again impressed by BMW. Although this setup is not what I would've chosen, it's still a great car. Danny Pics: Attached Images __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
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HRC MAUI BUILT 485 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	More: Someone actually smoked in this car!! :mad: Danny Attached Images __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
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iczz Lieutenant Colonel 75 Rep 1,754 Posts Drives: E90 / F10 / F80 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (23)	[QUOTE=HRC] The standard stereo is lacking IMO. I never really appreaciated the Logic 7 until today when I plugged in my Ipod. QUOTE] Yeah....i agreed....i should buy logic 7..... :mad:
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bavarian19 General 517 Rep 18,858 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	I had a similar experience when I got a loaner... My car is a 325 and so was the loaner, but it was in auto without the sports package... Its a good car, but again, not what I would have chosen... I also appreciate the premium package more now... I would die without bluetooth...
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06E90Rostik 2006 join date crew 182 Rep 1,482 Posts Drives: 2006 325i, 2011 335i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: CA, Sacramento iTrader: (10) Garage List 2011 335i [10.00] 2006 325i [0.00]	I have same girly 156s
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climkt Bimmer Manual all the way 66 Rep 1,811 Posts Drives: e90 320i manual Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: singapore iTrader: (0)	hi HRC, your loan vehicle's rims are identical to my stock 320i, must be 16inch right? surprised that u find the step good, maybe i am the odd manual guy, but the 6 speed manual in your 218 horse car will be tonnes better to drive. i usually get put off when i see an auto box. it just does not inspire me to hop into the car to drive it. i test drove the lexus is250 on friday with 6 speed paddle shift. did not quite entertain me despite having a 6 cylinder engine.
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markE90 Major 74 Rep 1,440 Posts Drives: AW X5 35d Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (23)	Danny, emission recall is what you did?
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markE90 Major 74 Rep 1,440 Posts Drives: AW X5 35d Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (23)	haha i think ill do that..you dont need any letter that they sent or something right? just tell them about that recall? mark
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markE90 Major 74 Rep 1,440 Posts Drives: AW X5 35d Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (23)	ayt! have fun with the 325i...you'll love your car more when you get it back! mark
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