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mb135is · 01-07-2013, 04:26 PM

Isn't it relative to how much throttle input you're giving regardless of the mode? For instance, if you went th 3/4 throttle in normal, it wouldn't shift @ 2k, right?

Radical18 · 01-07-2013, 07:03 PM

I love the blue 135is on pg2!

jsmonet · 01-08-2013, 12:59 AM

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One thing I noticed immediately is that the regular (non-sport) DCT mode upshifts incredibly quickly--seems like at the first sniff of 2000 rpm. Makes the car feel like it has about 180 hp, which means I'm pretty much always either in sport or manual mode.

Is that just BMW playing with the ECU so that it can report vaguely respectable fuel economy ratings (ie how BMW claims the PPK2 doesn't impact fuel efficiency)? That's the only thing I can think of, because you'd have no clue how fast the car was if you just kept it in regular drive mode. The sport vs. regular mode difference is much more pronounced than on my old 135i w/step, but not sure if that's because all DCTs are that way or if it's because of how they set it up for the DCT + PPK2?

Press the gas harder.

HugoCostello · 01-08-2013, 03:47 PM

i got the same car <3

Guardian · 01-08-2013, 08:19 PM

Finally took delivery of the 135is at the Performance Center on Monday. Here are a few pics.

Got it home Monday night, and had tint installed today. Also installed matte grills this morning.

I am thinking of doing a write up on the PCD experience, since there isn't one on this forum, just the E90 forums. It is definitely an incredible and fun experience, and I recommend anyone ordering a new BMW to do Performance Center Delivery.

chrisko · 01-08-2013, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Guardian

Finally took delivery of the 135is at the Performance Center on Monday. Here are a few pics.

Got it home Monday night, and had tint installed today. Also installed matte grills this morning.

I am thinking of doing a write up on the PCD experience, since there isn't one on this forum, just the E90 forums. It is definitely an incredible and fun experience, and I recommend anyone ordering a new BMW to do Performance Center Delivery.

That place looks incredible, along with the car!

meg180 · 01-08-2013, 09:48 PM

guardian: Car looks great and the PCD experience is a lot of fun!

pinkertonpunk · 01-09-2013, 07:45 AM

My wife and I are planning on doing PCD sometime this year. Would love to hear a write up about it! Great looking car!

Guardian · 01-09-2013, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by pinkertonpunk

My wife and I are planning on doing PCD sometime this year. Would love to hear a write up about it! Great looking car!

Thanks. I will work on doing the write up, and you and your wife will love the PCD experience. If you go after April though, you probably won't be able to do the factory tour, as they will be tooling up for production on a new model, and don't want the public seeing it. Caught a glimpse of a wrapped, disguised, vehicle there. Everything, especially the M5 hot lap, are first rate and oh so fun

KingOfJericho · 01-09-2013, 06:01 PM

There are several write ups on PCD on here if you search around.

mb135is · 01-09-2013, 07:32 PM

Guardian - car looks amazing!

Guardian · 01-10-2013, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by KingOfJericho

There are several write ups on PCD on here if you search around.

Really?

Missed them then. When I searched, I saw the ones on the E90 forums and the M3 forums, but I did do the search across all boards, so the 1addicts write ups must have been down pretty far on the results list.

Well, that will save me some time and keystrokes...though I was kinda looking forward to posting up some gratuitous pics of M5's at the PCD

Guardian · 01-10-2013, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

Guardian - car looks amazing!

Thanks!

How's the break in on yours coming along?

KingOfJericho · 01-10-2013, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Guardian

Really?

Missed them then. When I searched, I saw the ones on the E90 forums and the M3 forums, but I did do the search across all boards, so the 1addicts write ups must have been down pretty far on the results list.

Well, that will save me some time and keystrokes...though I was kinda looking forward to posting up some gratuitous pics of M5's at the PCD

Here are a couple. I remember there being a very detailed one shortly after I bought my car back in 2009 but I can't seem to locate it. It may be worth while if you do feel like putting in the effort!
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...rience+writeup

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...ht=PCD+writeup

mb135is · 01-10-2013, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Guardian

Thanks!

How's the break in on yours coming along?

I'm almost there! Just have to make an appt. for service sometime in the next week and I'll be all set.

maxdriver · 01-10-2013, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Guardian

Finally took delivery of the 135is at the Performance Center on Monday. Here are a few pics.

Got it home Monday night, and had tint installed today. Also installed matte grills this morning.

I am thinking of doing a write up on the PCD experience, since there isn't one on this forum, just the E90 forums. It is definitely an incredible and fun experience, and I recommend anyone ordering a new BMW to do Performance Center Delivery.

Very NICE! Enjoy!

rr135is · 01-11-2013, 02:04 PM

I am getting new tires today: Michelin PSS! I can't wait to test the difference in handling! How does one upload pics from a phone without buying a computer connector? Thanks.

Sleeps · 01-11-2013, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

I'm almost there! Just have to make an appt. for service sometime in the next week and I'll be all set.

What are you getting serviced?

mb135is · 01-12-2013, 09:45 AM

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What are you getting serviced?

I have a good relationship with Circle BMW in NJ. They did great work on my ZHP and never, ever treated me like a moron or tried to tack on services I knew I didn't need. Plus, they give me loaners even though I don't purchase from them, which is not their normal policy.

Edit - sorry I obviously didn't read your question haha.

I'm having the oil/filter changed, transmission fluid changed, and diff. fluid changed. Also seeing if they can get rid of auto wipers. No service indicator reset, NO WASH!

Diver21 · 01-12-2013, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

I'm having the oil/filter changed, transmission fluid changed, and diff. fluid changed. Also seeing if they can get rid of auto wipers. No service indicator reset, NO WASH!

Hmm, I thought I was the only one that always told the dealer not to give my car the free wash.

I don't want someone else polishing swirls into my paint ...

Sleeps · 01-12-2013, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by mb135is

I have a good relationship with Circle BMW in NJ. They did great work on my ZHP and never, ever treated me like a moron or tried to tack on services I knew I didn't need. Plus, they give me loaners even though I don't purchase from them, which is not their normal policy.

Edit - sorry I obviously didn't read your question haha.

I'm having the oil/filter changed, transmission fluid changed, and diff. fluid changed. Also seeing if they can get rid of auto wipers. No service indicator reset, NO WASH!

Are you getting this work done under warranty? I spoke to my SA and he stated that they do not do early service on our cars since it is not a M. I would love to have all this changed on my IS just not sure if it will be out of pocket. Keep me informed.

mb135is · 01-12-2013, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Diver21

Hmm, I thought I was the only one that always told the dealer not to give my car the free wash.

I don't want someone else polishing swirls into my paint ...

haha Yes, the dealership actually has a specified key ring for my car which reminds them NEVER to wash it. They washed my ZHP one time and I went berserk. First world problems.

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Originally Posted by Sleeps

Are you getting this work done under warranty? I spoke to my SA and he stated that they do not do early service on our cars since it is not a M. I would love to have all this changed on my IS just not sure if it will be out of pocket. Keep me informed.

No, not under warranty - all out of pocket. People will debate the merits of this service ad nauseum; that's the cool thing about your own car, you can service and take care of it as you see fit. I tend to go along with Mike Miller (of Roundel and Bimmer Mag) and his Old School Maintenance Schedule.

BMW will only pay for your maintenance at the indicated intervals (between 10 and 15k or so), so if you intend on doing any intermediary oil changes (7.5k), they're out of pocket, too.

01-07-2013, 04:26 PM	#199
mb135is First Lieutenant Drives: '13 135is Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 373 iTrader: (0)	Isn't it relative to how much throttle input you're giving regardless of the mode? For instance, if you went th 3/4 throttle in normal, it wouldn't shift @ 2k, right? __________________ E82 '13 135is - Space Gray/Coral Red, 6 MT, Heated Seats, 50% tint, clear bra, BMW Perf. Grilles

01-08-2013, 08:19 PM	#203
Guardian Private Drives: 2013 135is, AW and Coral Red Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 88 iTrader: (1)	Finally took delivery of the 135is at the Performance Center on Monday. Here are a few pics. Got it home Monday night, and had tint installed today. Also installed matte grills this morning. I am thinking of doing a write up on the PCD experience, since there isn't one on this forum, just the E90 forums. It is definitely an incredible and fun experience, and I recommend anyone ordering a new BMW to do Performance Center Delivery. Last edited by Guardian; 01-08-2013 at 08:25 PM.

01-08-2013, 09:48 PM	#205
meg180 Lieutenant Drives: Jet Black 135is Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 413 iTrader: (0)	guardian: Car looks great and the PCD experience is a lot of fun! __________________ 2013 135is/Jet black/debadged 2010 135/Jet black/ M-sport/ debadged (retired) Ring school thread : http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=532926

01-09-2013, 06:01 PM	#208
KingOfJericho Brigadier General Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 4,227 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [4.50]	There are several write ups on PCD on here if you search around. __________________ The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Bimmerpost. 2010 S4 Current \| 2010 BMW 135i GONE \| 2008 VW GTI SOLD \| 2006 Lotus Exige SOLD

01-09-2013, 07:32 PM	#209
mb135is First Lieutenant Drives: '13 135is Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 373 iTrader: (0)	Guardian - car looks amazing! __________________ E82 '13 135is - Space Gray/Coral Red, 6 MT, Heated Seats, 50% tint, clear bra, BMW Perf. Grilles

01-07-2013, 07:03 PM	#200
Radical18 Registered Drives: Looking for a 135i Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Tri-State Area Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	I love the blue 135is on pg2!

01-08-2013, 03:47 PM	#202
HugoCostello Enlisted Member Drives: 135is Alpine White Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 49 iTrader: (0)	i got the same car <3

01-09-2013, 07:45 AM	#206
pinkertonpunk New Member Drives: 2008 Honda S2000 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Pewaukee, WI Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	My wife and I are planning on doing PCD sometime this year. Would love to hear a write up about it! Great looking car!

01-11-2013, 02:04 PM	#215
rr135is New Member Drives: 2013 135is Le Mans Blue Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 9 iTrader: (0)	New tires I am getting new tires today: Michelin PSS! I can't wait to test the difference in handling! How does one upload pics from a phone without buying a computer connector? Thanks.

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