Introducing me and my 2009 Space Grey 125i Coupe

GR3G · 04-15-2009, 04:27 AM

Hi everyone!

I’ve been watching this site for the last couple of months however life has been so busy that this is the first time I’ve had time to post.

I wanted to introduce myself and my new beast. Traded my 2004 Mazda 3 in for a 2009 125i Coupe five weeks ago yesterday and have been having an absolute blast driving her!

I’m too impatient and couldn’t wait for a new car built to specification so purchased a ‘demo’ from Kloster BMW in Newcastle which only had 100km on the clock. As you could imagine the drive up to collect her was the longest trip to Newcastle EVER! While the trip back to Sydney took no time at all

Taken this weekend, showing the tinted windows

Took her down to Jervis Bay over the long weekend and loved every KM travelled even though double demits were in force. Love the Kiama Bends

She’s now officially broken in - ticked over 2000km on the way home.

My initial thoughts

Love the colour!
Love the growl of the engine! I laughed when I fired her up for the first time at the dealer and never get sick of it
Drives like a dream on smooth roads and around corners though bounces around a bit when the roads are rubbish (common in Australia). I guess that is the trade-off with the stiff suspension and run flat tires.
iPod integration better than my FM transmitter I used in the Mazda though frustrating trying to turn the dial thousands of times to find a name that starts with ‘S’ for example. Wishes it recognises track splits in Podcasts
Voice activation isn’t very accurate and I usually resort to using the number pad on screen or my phone.
Maybe I’m too fussy but has anyone else had problems with the window tint around the dots on the door windows? It’s been 2 weeks and it’s inconsistent with white areas around some dots and not around others.
Other than that. Love it! Still smile whenever I see the beast or whenever driving.

Greg

123D-M · 04-15-2009, 04:32 AM

Very nice. Congrats. Am sure you can find some decent roads to drive it on. Blue Mountains etc. Enjoy!

Sprey · 04-15-2009, 04:34 AM

Welcome Spacegrey!

I can't help but think we're related...

Sprey

d3syd · 04-15-2009, 05:43 AM

Congrats spacegrey, VERY nice colour, looks beaut.

Sprey, nice shot of Illawong Bay. Great bit of road for the 1er, although Tassie bendy roads are better

Breville · 04-15-2009, 06:23 AM

Nice one mate, looks fantastic!!

bobbynoway · 04-15-2009, 06:37 AM

Nice photos of your space grey.
I also have space grey but it hasnt been to nice places like your car as yet. Will do when I have time.

wmj73 · 04-15-2009, 06:43 AM

Congrats, another 125i owner to add to the bunch. Car looks great in your colour, once again congrats and enjoy.

Zuzu · 04-15-2009, 06:51 AM

Congrats and welcome to the forum..

BMW_x5_Msport · 04-15-2009, 06:53 AM

congrats looks grate!

GR3G · 04-15-2009, 07:22 AM

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sprey

I can't help but think we're related...

Awesome pics Sprey!

~sarah~ · 04-15-2009, 07:36 AM

Yay, i dont feel like the new kid anymore.

Nice ride, welcome!!!

rawbert54 · 04-15-2009, 07:55 AM

Tints dont really stick to the black dots on any car. Some people have actually painted that area black.

Tj303 · 04-15-2009, 08:47 PM

Congrats, looks sweet -- i'm thinking of getting the midnight express also... does it cause any inteference to the radio reception?

GR3G · 04-16-2009, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tj303

Congrats, looks sweet -- i'm thinking of getting the midnight express also... does it cause any inteference to the radio reception?

Thanks Tj303! The midnight express was great value for money last month with their $100 cash off - came to $275. To be honest I have never listed to the radio so can't say whether it interferes sorry.

cozza · 04-16-2009, 04:48 PM

Looks great - lovely colour. Congratulations!

wmj73 · 04-16-2009, 06:49 PM

OT: Sprey, that first photo of your car looks absoulutely gorgeous, great angle

rori zahr · 04-17-2009, 08:04 AM

awesome driving machine.

BMWRX · 08-06-2009, 07:47 PM

Thanks Spacegrey. You've answered a question I've been struggling with the last couple days. I've ordered my car in space grey, but had never actually seen one in the 125i, so I was very close to changing to black sapphire metallic. However, after seeing the photos of your car I was blown away. I HAVE to get the space grey now. That looks H.A.W.T. hawt!!!

Now, the question remains - do I stick with the standard M Sports 17" wheels, or get the 261's?

1HungryMan · 08-06-2009, 07:55 PM

Congrats! The shit-eating grin doesn't go away, so get ready for sore grin muscles.

The growl still gets to me a year later.

What's amazing about this car is that whether you're energized or tired, it rewards you.

BMWRX · 08-06-2009, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tj303

Congrats, looks sweet -- i'm thinking of getting the midnight express also... does it cause any inteference to the radio reception?

Having used Midnight Express of another (one with the aerial in the rear windscreen glass), it doesn't affect your FM reception. However, it plays havoc if you're an AM listener (thankfully, I only listen to AM when the cricket is on, which is rare, as I'm usually plonked in front of the TV when the matches are on).

'fatboy' · 08-06-2009, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BMWRX

Thanks Spacegrey. You've answered a question I've been struggling with the last couple days. I've ordered my car in space grey, but had never actually seen one in the 125i, so I was very close to changing to black sapphire metallic. However, after seeing the photos of your car I was blown away. I HAVE to get the space grey now. That looks H.A.W.T. hawt!!!

Now, the question remains - do I stick with the standard M Sports 17" wheels, or get the 261's?

I ordered my space grey without even seeing pictures of one back in Nov 2008. Trust me, it looks even better in real life

takahashi · 08-06-2009, 11:23 PM

What an upgrade from a Mazda 3! Did you have an SP23?

I think the steering on this thing will be heavier. My wife used to have a silver SP23 sedan.

It is way more luxury and more refine in a 125i me think.

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GR3G Private 30 Rep 70 Posts Drives: '12 BMW M135i \| Apr 15: AY M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW M135i [0.00]	Introducing me and my 2009 Space Grey 125i Coupe Hi everyone! I’ve been watching this site for the last couple of months however life has been so busy that this is the first time I’ve had time to post. I wanted to introduce myself and my new beast. Traded my 2004 Mazda 3 in for a 2009 125i Coupe five weeks ago yesterday and have been having an absolute blast driving her! I’m too impatient and couldn’t wait for a new car built to specification so purchased a ‘demo’ from Kloster BMW in Newcastle which only had 100km on the clock. As you could imagine the drive up to collect her was the longest trip to Newcastle EVER! While the trip back to Sydney took no time at all Specs: '09 BMW 125i Coupe \| Auto \| Space Grey Metallic \| Black Leather \| M Sport Kit \| Sunroof \| 18" Double Spoke 261 \| iPod \| Tint-A-Car Midnight Express Tint 1 Week old: Taken this weekend, showing the tinted windows Took her down to Jervis Bay over the long weekend and loved every KM travelled even though double demits were in force. Love the Kiama Bends She’s now officially broken in - ticked over 2000km on the way home. My initial thoughts Love the colour! Love the growl of the engine! I laughed when I fired her up for the first time at the dealer and never get sick of it Drives like a dream on smooth roads and around corners though bounces around a bit when the roads are rubbish (common in Australia). I guess that is the trade-off with the stiff suspension and run flat tires. iPod integration better than my FM transmitter I used in the Mazda though frustrating trying to turn the dial thousands of times to find a name that starts with ‘S’ for example. Wishes it recognises track splits in Podcasts Voice activation isn’t very accurate and I usually resort to using the number pad on screen or my phone. Maybe I’m too fussy but has anyone else had problems with the window tint around the dots on the door windows? It’s been 2 weeks and it’s inconsistent with white areas around some dots and not around others. Other than that. Love it! Still smile whenever I see the beast or whenever driving. Greg __________________ Next: '15 BMW M3 \| Austin Yellow \| Black Full Merino \| Black 19" \| MP Black Grill \| MP CF Spoiler \| LEDs \| HUD \| Driving Assistant \| Parking Assistant \| ConnectedDrive Lifestyle \| Real Time Traffic Now: '12 BMW M135i \| Estoril Blue Then: '09 BMW 125i \| Space Grey
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