question about 135i sport package

maui86 · 04-30-2008, 08:58 PM

Hey everyone! I test drove a 135i the other day and it was equipped with the sport package. The sales manager said the suspension is tuned different, yet the BMWUSA.com site doesn't mention anything about it. I like the way the car drives and if the suspension is the same between base and sport, i dont want to spend the extra money on the sport. Thank you!

yanks4285 · 04-30-2008, 09:07 PM

sport package only adds shadowline trim,m steering,m shift knob and sport seats.that is it.the car already comes with a tuned sport suspension.

larryn · 04-30-2008, 09:11 PM

...and the sport seats. :smile:

Lester · 04-30-2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by yanks8586

sport package only adds shadowline trim,m steering,m shift knob and sport seats.that is it.the car already comes with a tuned sport suspension.

In Canada we also get heated seats, 261M sport wheels, the M Sport door sills and anthracite headliner....but we also pay $8k more.

jeremyc74 · 04-30-2008, 09:19 PM

The seats and steering wheel are the big draws for the sport package.

It's well worth the $1k IMO. The seats are a lot better, more supportive. It's the one "must have" option on the car I think.

Lester · 04-30-2008, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by jeremyc74

The seats and steering wheel are the big draws for the sport package.

It's well worth the $1k IMO. The seats are a lot better, more supportive. It's the one "must have" option on the car I think.

Plus you get an increased speed limiter set to 155 instead of 135. IMHO you should get the sport package, absolutley.

blklacker · 04-30-2008, 09:32 PM

love the seats love the steering wheel

maui86 · 05-01-2008, 06:01 AM

thanks guys for the responses!...i remember the side bolsters holding me very well, but my worry is i love to eat and drink them green bottles(green tea):drinking:and man, if the day came i got bigger, it would not be comfortable at all haha. as it is right now, i fit perfectly in there; snug. Sport seats is not something i really opt for, my main thing was the suspension since i loved how it handled and rode. i figured the base seats would be more comfortable, no? the car i test drove was an auto, but im looking at getting a manual. just something weird about driving a sports car without a clutch. maybe its just me. as for the limiter goes, cops on maui are really really cracking down on speed and i just can't get arrested again for speeding and lose my license. plus the v3 will take away the speed limiter anyways. again, thanks for all your responses and opinions!!!

Teri

maui86 · 05-01-2008, 06:16 AM

also, i didn't get a chance to check out the difference between the two steering wheels. maybe tomorrow if i have the time i'll check it out.

Lester · 05-01-2008, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by maui86

also, i didn't get a chance to check out the difference between the two steering wheels. maybe tomorrow if i have the time i'll check it out.

You got to have the M Sport wheel!

JB135i · 05-01-2008, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by maui86

thanks guys for the responses!...i remember the side bolsters holding me very well, but my worry is i love to eat and drink them green bottles(green tea):drinking:and man, if the day came i got bigger, it would not be comfortable at all haha. as it is right now, i fit perfectly in there; snug. Sport seats is not something i really opt for, my main thing was the suspension since i loved how it handled and rode. i figured the base seats would be more comfortable, no? the car i test drove was an auto, but im looking at getting a manual. just something weird about driving a sports car without a clutch. maybe its just me. as for the limiter goes, cops on maui are really really cracking down on speed and i just can't get arrested again for speeding and lose my license. plus the v3 will take away the speed limiter anyways. again, thanks for all your responses and opinions!!!

Teri

I will be in Maui in October! The west Maui circle would be a real trip in a good car. I drove it in a bad rental Ford Explorer a few years ago.

We might do Hana this trip, still deciding....

Thud · 05-01-2008, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by maui86

Hey everyone! I test drove a 135i the other day and it was equipped with the sport package. The sales manager said the suspension is tuned different, yet the BMWUSA.com site doesn't mention anything about it. I like the way the car drives and if the suspension is the same between base and sport, i dont want to spend the extra money on the sport. Thank you!

135i already has the M-tuned sport suspension. The main difference is the seats and steering wheel.

IMO, the seats alone are worth the price. The standard seats are utter crap, but the sport seats are phenomenal.

TagMan · 05-01-2008, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by maui86

Hey everyone! I test drove a 135i the other day and it was equipped with the sport package. The sales manager said the suspension is tuned different, yet the BMWUSA.com site doesn't mention anything about it. I like the way the car drives and if the suspension is the same between base and sport, i dont want to spend the extra money on the sport. Thank you!

Hey Maui86,

I lived in Maui for a few years on Keawakapu Beach, which I am certain you know about. When a south swell comes, "sidewalks" has some awesome waves, located midpoint between the two crescent sections of the beach. If you surf, and if you haven't tried this spot, check it out next time there is a south swell. You won't be disappointed.

The Maui speed limits, limited roads, and tourist traffic make highly spirited driving a rare event, as you know. I learned that the standard seats are lacking during hard driving, but are otherwise quite comfortable. If you can afford the $1K, get the Sport package anyway. But, if you don't get it you will be OK driving in Maui.

You are blessed to be there. I miss it terribly at times, so I visit frequently.

Best personal regards.

BMW Dreamer · 05-01-2008, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by blklacker

love the seats love the steering wheel

OH YAH:thumbup: Sport package is:w00t:

Plus IMO IMO the shadowline black exterior is a must with Alpine white IMO IMO.

MVF4Rrider · 05-01-2008, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Lester

Plus you get an increased speed limiter set to 155 instead of 135. IMHO you should get the sport package, absolutley.

He's in Hawaii. Rarely if ever reach triple digit speeds, unless you're running from the Dog.

lacrosse · 05-01-2008, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Balls

He's in Hawaii. Rarely if ever reach triple digit speeds, unless you're running from the Dog.

And even then only on the central Maui highway (I hit 140 mph in a rental F355). :headbang:

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maui86 Captain 37 Rep 738 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: paradise iTrader: (1)	question about 135i sport package Hey everyone! I test drove a 135i the other day and it was equipped with the sport package. The sales manager said the suspension is tuned different, yet the BMWUSA.com site doesn't mention anything about it. I like the way the car drives and if the suspension is the same between base and sport, i dont want to spend the extra money on the sport. Thank you!
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yanks4285 You Can Pay for School, But You Can't Buy Class!! 7 Rep 127 Posts Drives: e90 335i/E82 135I Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: southwest florida iTrader: (0)	sport package only adds shadowline trim,m steering,m shift knob and sport seats.that is it.the car already comes with a tuned sport suspension. __________________ production # 3893xxx vin- 8VF22xxx options: black leather bmw assist int trim aluminum ipod/usb nav power front seats premium hi-fi sport package
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larryn Lieutenant General 2148 Rep 10,176 Posts Drives: '97 332ti, '21 X5 45e, '16 GT4 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle iTrader: (2)	...and the sport seats. :smile:
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jeremyc74 Banned 76 Rep 5,970 Posts Drives: '08 135i Montego/Terra Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Evansville, IN iTrader: (0)	The seats and steering wheel are the big draws for the sport package. It's well worth the $1k IMO. The seats are a lot better, more supportive. It's the one "must have" option on the car I think.
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blklacker Captain 50 Rep 657 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: seattle iTrader: (0)	love the seats love the steering wheel __________________ -135i BSM, CRBL ,custom front lip/Indianapolis red fade, blacked out tail lights/corner headlights, golf tee, BMS Air intake, SSTT, CF spoiler,Powdered coated OEM rims gunmetal high gloss,custom Rear diffuser Black/Indianapolis red fade
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maui86 Captain 37 Rep 738 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: paradise iTrader: (1)	thanks guys for the responses!...i remember the side bolsters holding me very well, but my worry is i love to eat and drink them green bottles(green tea):drinking:and man, if the day came i got bigger, it would not be comfortable at all haha. as it is right now, i fit perfectly in there; snug. Sport seats is not something i really opt for, my main thing was the suspension since i loved how it handled and rode. i figured the base seats would be more comfortable, no? the car i test drove was an auto, but im looking at getting a manual. just something weird about driving a sports car without a clutch. maybe its just me. as for the limiter goes, cops on maui are really really cracking down on speed and i just can't get arrested again for speeding and lose my license. plus the v3 will take away the speed limiter anyways. again, thanks for all your responses and opinions!!! Teri
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maui86 Captain 37 Rep 738 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: paradise iTrader: (1)	also, i didn't get a chance to check out the difference between the two steering wheels. maybe tomorrow if i have the time i'll check it out.
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