Michigan 1 owners: This is your post-whore thread.

[bmwzone]

Dude - I am so likin the Tig!!!!! That was my first choice for a winter ride dude !!!!!

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by bmwzone

Dude - I am so likin the Tig!!!!! That was my first choice for a winter ride dude !!!!!

Thanks! Yeah, it was between this and a Subaru Forester XT Premium. I liked both of them pretty well, but the VW had a nicer interior and handled slightly better. Combined with the fact that the wife didn't care for the looks of the Subie, our decision was made.

Not sure if you're still interested in one, but I talked them wayyyy down on it too. $0 down (not even inception dues out-of-pocket), $420.00/month on the "Sign THEN Drive" program. Plus they paid our last Jeep payment of $317.37 AND the first lease payment on the Tiguan.

This one is a 2010 SE with 4Motion and the mat kit. 39 month lease with 10k miles/year. All standard options beyond that.

[bmwzone]

Which dealer? That's a great deal!

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by bmwzone

Which dealer? That's a great deal!

Fox in Rochester. Seriously the best VW dealer in town for both sales and service (and no, they're not paying me to say that! ). Let me know if you want me to give the sales girl we worked with a call. The "Sign THEN Drive" deal goes 'til month-end. I'm sure they'd hook up the same deal.

[bmwzone]

Yes please - Fox is the best ! I used to work for VDub Credit and can get friends and family discount as well. PM me please.

[EINS]

Hey fellow Michigan 1ers, how are you liking your car during this weather even with snow tires?

I really wish BMW would have given us a true limited slip diff and not limit it to just the "M" cars. -Jeff

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by EINS

Hey fellow Michigan 1ers, how are you liking your car during this weather even with snow tires?

I really wish BMW would have given us a true limited slip diff and not limit it to just the "M" cars. -Jeff

My disclaimer before the story and regarding your LSD statement: +1,000,000^10, seriously.

Here's why:

I got my "P3 Vent Integrated Boost Gauge" yesterday, installed it today and decided to go out for a few runs to check it out... Needless to say, with the traction control off, they were quite eventful.

Running stock boost, I could floor it to the point of "kickdown mode" <INSERT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION JOKE HERE> and it would barely hold on... The second it dumped a gear, it would break the tires loose for a second and then start to grip.

Same thing, but on Map 3 it would tear them loose for a second or two and then eventually grab.

Once again, but on Map 5, the car would simply shred the tires and go sideways... Which involved a little bit of that "driving" stuff. At this point, I didn't even bother with Map 7 (which is what I used to make some VERY impressive power on the Speed Industry dyno).

Mind you, all of this is going in a straight line! Add in a corner and the thing will decimate the tires on stock boost, let alone anything higher.

Don't get me wrong, this type of thing is a lot of fun... But not when you want to make winter tires last. Needless to say, my car will be running stock boost 'til spring... At which point I'll be adding an LSD!

For those that care, here's a pic of the boost gauge:

[EINS]

^ That's the best looking aftermarket gauge and location execution! ^

Edit: BTW, Jason, I like the way you have modded your 1, it is very tasteful but one serious diablo of a ride!

[bmwzone]

+1

[jtsherri]

Thanks, guys, I really appreciate it!

There are a few things that should be coming from cp-e prior to Spring that'll REALLY change things up with the car power-wise. If anyone wants to take a ride or drive it, let me know. You're welcome to it.

[EINS]

Have a most excellent Christmas and an even better 2010

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by EINS

Have a most excellent Christmas and an even better 2010

You too, man!

Merry X-mas, Michigan 1ers!

[jtsherri]

SOLD, SOLD, SOLD!

Happy New Year, everyone!

Just wanted to give the locals a heads-up that I'll be selling my current cp-e exhaust for a slightly different setup (still cp-e, but it'll be 'changed up' a bit). I thought I had a deal worked out where this was already sold, but unfortunately it fell through... So if anyone is interested, hit me up via PM.

For reference, my current setup has non-resonated midpipes with polished, straight-cut, staggered tips. Also, the entire axleback section has been sprayed and baked in high-temperature black coating (there are some light chips on it now, but not noticeable unless you get on the ground and look at it).

My reason for switching is all spelled out HERE.

For those that would want to check it out, I'd be willing to meet up someplace and take you for a ride both on and off the expressway. Availability would be within 30 days. Although, if someone's interested, I'd push to have it off of the car much sooner than that.

Here are a few pics for reference:


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[jtsherri]

Just added Kevin (1fastbmw) to the MI 1er Owners List. Welcome!

[otterdoc]

Originally Posted by jtsherri

Just added Kevin (1fastbmw) to the MI 1er Owners List. Welcome!

Welcome to the group!

I've had just about enough of the winter…starting to really pine for my summer rubber.

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by otterdoc

I've had just about enough of the winter…starting to really pine for my summer rubber.

If we were getting an appropriate Michigan winter (similarly to what DC just got), I'd have to disagree... But since we're not, I to am ready for the sticky tires to be mounted again!

[nmulax]

Hopefully some of you 1er guys can make it this weekend!
It's at Kart2Kart in Sterling Heights from roughly 8:30am - 11:30am on Saturday July 3rd.

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[jtsherri]

I'll be there - washed the car last night, so hopefully it holds up until Saturday AM!

[Scott Lawrence Mosher C/D]

Hey, guys: I'm new to the forums here. Have my 2011 Black 135i M Sport coupe on order. I can't use the PM system yet but, would love to be added to the Southeast MI group if possible.

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by Scott Lawrence Mosher C/D

Hey, guys: I'm new to the forums here. Have my 2011 Black 135i M Sport coupe on order. I can't use the PM system yet but, would love to be added to the Southeast MI group if possible.

Glad to have you, man! And congrats on the order! Which black did you get on the exterior? And what about interior and trim colors?

[slamako]

Hello fellow 1'ers,

It's been a long time contributing to the thread. I just want to share my track day experiences I had several weeks ago.

Here's the link.
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=420825

The automotive industry has kept me working too many long hours to participate in any events and this thread...I hope all is well!

Cheers,
Slamako

[jtsherri]

Originally Posted by slamako

Hello fellow 1'ers,

It's been a long time contributing to the thread. I just want to share my track day experiences I had several weeks ago.

Here's the link.
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=420825

The automotive industry has kept me working too many long hours to participate in any events and this thread...I hope all is well!

Cheers,
Slamako

Nice, man! Sounds like the auto industry is picking up a bit - glad you're benefiting!

Regarding rubbing: I'd definitely shoot to dial in more negative camber in the rear. The height looks fine and stiffening things up too much could make the car less compliant at times. Just my $.02