Going to order tonight - any last minute advice?

iiotoko · 02-28-2006, 12:38 PM

You will be sorry if you don't get Comfort Access and I-Drive. I also think that the Popler wood trim is nicer than the darker.

kobechrome · 02-28-2006, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by vladinecko

craigslist is actually the only place where i advertised my car. I got a few responses but they all turned out to be just 1000 questions and answers emails and after we set a date and time to meet, they never showed up nor did they reply to my emails anymore. i try not to be pushy so i only respond, never ask. oh well...

Maybe it was the difference between and old Honda and an old BMW. Old Hondas are cheaper to maintain...

kobechrome · 02-28-2006, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by iiotoko

You will be sorry if you don't get Comfort Access and I-Drive. I also think that the Popler wood trim is nicer than the darker.

I agree - the poplar on black looks very nice.

Idrive - don't have it and can't say I'm sorry either... but for those that love it now - that's great

MrsDash · 02-28-2006, 02:25 PM

Definitely get the CA. I love the Nav, too. Piece of cake to master.

Compos Mentis · 02-28-2006, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MrsDash

Definitely get the CA. I love the Nav, too. Piece of cake to master.

I wouldn't call it a piece of cake to master, but I do like it, and it's getting easier to use with practice. I like the keyboard destination entry in my wife's Toyota, but the voice entry in the BMW is way cool. A "dash top" aftermarket nav is cheaper, but I think it looks kind of dorky perched on the dash like a Virgin Mary statue.

Mr. BMW · 02-28-2006, 06:53 PM

I took the plung. Getting F'ed on my trade so I will try to sell it on my own.

Saw a Monaco blue side by side with the Mystic. Both are nice but the Mystic looks too much like Topaz which I have now, so I'm going with the Monaco.
The long wait begins...........

Ethirtynine · 02-28-2006, 09:52 PM

Make sure to test out every option before ordering. The sport package and Comfort Access sound great, but they're not for everyone.

DonnyGirl · 03-01-2006, 06:43 AM

What exactly is Comfort Access option ? We don't have that in the UK, or its called something different. Somethig to do with car locking/ fobs ?

Car Theft does not seem to be a problem in the US. Don't you guys other ther worry about car theft ? In the UK we have Alrms fitted as standard. ( I think we have legistation that all cars are alrm fitted) - I am ordering Tracker system as well as the Alarm, which informs Tracker HQ and local police that Car has been moved/ in motion without owners consent.

hotsand5 · 03-01-2006, 09:55 AM

It comes out to 50,000 for the car becuase you figure sticker just over 42k and plus I have a 9% tax, and don't forget the finance charges over 5 years (which is like 6k or something close to that)and you are looking over 50k... YIKES!

ksfrogman · 03-01-2006, 10:11 AM

COMFORT ACCESS!

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Originally Posted by DonnyGirl

What exactly is Comfort Access option ? We don't have that in the UK, or its called something different. Somethig to do with car locking/ fobs ?

Car Theft does not seem to be a problem in the US. Don't you guys other ther worry about car theft ? In the UK we have Alrms fitted as standard. ( I think we have legistation that all cars are alrm fitted) - I am ordering Tracker system as well as the Alarm, which informs Tracker HQ and local police that Car has been moved/ in motion without owners consent.

With CA (Comfort Access) a small transmitter in your key fob allows your car to sense when you are near the front doors, trunk, or ignition. You can use your key fob the old fashioned way, but you don't have to. The moment you slide your hand between the door and handle, the door unlocks and mirrors retract (if they are folded in). When you get into your car, you can just push the start button without inserting your key. To open your trunk, simply lift up on the button handle on the trunk. When you leave your car, CA will NOT allow you to lock your keys in the car. Once you and your fob are outside, simply touch the ridges on the door handle, and your car locks. Hold it down and your mirrors retract, windows and sunroof close.

IMO, this is by far the coolest option I have ever had in a car.

p.s. when you get the OEM factory alarm, CA activates and deactivates the alarm seemlessly. One piezoelectric tone for lock/activate, two tones for unlock/deactivate.

Bimmer_2 · 03-01-2006, 10:36 AM

My preference is SP, PP and CA. Don't care about iDrive and Nav. If I want Nav, I will get a portable one (like Magellan whick sold for $500 in Costco).

e90rocks · 03-01-2006, 12:17 PM

Last minute advice?

To thine own self be true...

If you get Satellite radio, make sure you either test it or get it set up in front of you...and look under the hood...some guy found a rag and an undone open oil cap under the hood after his engine blew on the way home.

oilbelcher · 03-01-2006, 12:31 PM

wait for the 335 like me

mwilli · 03-01-2006, 12:45 PM

Heh, I am also waiting but it is so hard not to go down and get a 330i right now, but in the end I know I am going to be happier with the extra power...

mwilli · 03-01-2006, 12:46 PM

BTW, my SA showed me the paperwork for the new 328i and 335i production slots that should start in September. He thinks I can put my order in sometime in early August.

London320d · 03-01-2006, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by DonnyGirl

What exactly is Comfort Access option ? We don't have that in the UK, or its called something different. Somethig to do with car locking/ fobs ?......

It IS a UK option as well - Option 322 "Comfort access system" (requires option 321 "Exterior parts in body colour")

Nice idea, but I weighed it up and decided to keep the £430....

It is as described in the preceding posts..

02-28-2006, 12:38 PM	#23
iiotoko New Member 1 Rep 12 Posts Drives: E90 - 330i (S/P) Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	You will be sorry if you don't get Comfort Access and I-Drive. I also think that the Popler wood trim is nicer than the darker. __________________ iiotoko MY 06 E90 - ED (Nov 05), Alpin Weiss, Tera, Sport / Premimum, Navigation, Comfort Access,
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02-28-2006, 02:25 PM	#26
MrsDash New Member 2 Rep 11 Posts Drives: 2006 330i TiAg Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Huntsville, AL iTrader: (0)	Definitely get the CA. I love the Nav, too. Piece of cake to master. __________________
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02-28-2006, 06:53 PM	#28
Mr. BMW Major 262 Rep 1,389 Posts Drives: 2012 E92 M3 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: MA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 M3 [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00] 2018 Jeep Grand Che ... [0.00]	Soon to be proud new owner! I took the plung. Getting F'ed on my trade so I will try to sell it on my own. Saw a Monaco blue side by side with the Mystic. Both are nice but the Mystic looks too much like Topaz which I have now, so I'm going with the Monaco. The long wait begins...........
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02-28-2006, 09:52 PM	#29
Ethirtynine Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 223 Posts Drives: 2004 Honda S2000 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Colorado iTrader: (4)	Make sure to test out every option before ordering. The sport package and Comfort Access sound great, but they're not for everyone.
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DonnyGirl Private First Class 23 Rep 112 Posts Drives: 325 SE + sports susp SG Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sutton UK iTrader: (0)	What exactly is Comfort Access option ? We don't have that in the UK, or its called something different. Somethig to do with car locking/ fobs ? Car Theft does not seem to be a problem in the US. Don't you guys other ther worry about car theft ? In the UK we have Alrms fitted as standard. ( I think we have legistation that all cars are alrm fitted) - I am ordering Tracker system as well as the Alarm, which informs Tracker HQ and local police that Car has been moved/ in motion without owners consent.
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03-01-2006, 09:55 AM	#31
hotsand5 hotsand5 49 Rep 806 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i 6spd Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: chicago iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	It comes out to 50,000 for the car becuase you figure sticker just over 42k and plus I have a 9% tax, and don't forget the finance charges over 5 years (which is like 6k or something close to that)and you are looking over 50k... YIKES! __________________ -2006 BMW 330i-Sapphire Black- Tera Leather-Aluminum trim- 6spd manual- Sport- Premium- Cold- Navigation- Euro. delivery -2005 Yamaha Warrior 1700 102cu"
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03-01-2006, 10:36 AM	#33
Bimmer_2 Private 3 Rep 74 Posts Drives: BMW 330i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	My preference is SP, PP and CA. Don't care about iDrive and Nav. If I want Nav, I will get a portable one (like Magellan whick sold for $500 in Costco).
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03-01-2006, 12:17 PM	#34
e90rocks Myrmidon 17 Rep 236 Posts Drives: Entwicklung 90 - 325 Xi Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325 xi [0.00]	Last minute advice Last minute advice? To thine own self be true... If you get Satellite radio, make sure you either test it or get it set up in front of you...and look under the hood...some guy found a rag and an undone open oil cap under the hood after his engine blew on the way home.
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03-01-2006, 12:31 PM	#35
oilbelcher Private 3 Rep 90 Posts Drives: 320 td (diesel) Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Geneva Switzerland & Peoria Illinois iTrader: (0)	wait for the 335 like me
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03-01-2006, 12:45 PM	#36
mwilli Private First Class 2 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, TiAg of course Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Seattle WA iTrader: (0)	Heh, I am also waiting but it is so hard not to go down and get a 330i right now, but in the end I know I am going to be happier with the extra power...
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03-01-2006, 12:46 PM	#37
mwilli Private First Class 2 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, TiAg of course Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Seattle WA iTrader: (0)	BTW, my SA showed me the paperwork for the new 328i and 335i production slots that should start in September. He thinks I can put my order in sometime in early August.
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