Just come over from the dark side...

stevie_f_2004 · 02-10-2008, 02:53 PM

Picked up my E90 320d M-Sport titanium silver with autobox, bluetooth etc etc on Friday (4100 miles on teh clock).......originally looked at a 318D E91 but at the last minute changed my mind to the saloon based on the additional extras over teh touring's on sale....right choice, only time will tell.????

I've spent all afternoon claying and Zymoling the car (only managed the bonnet and and drivers side beforeit got dark) and the paint doesn't have bling when cleaned properly

I'm already looking at the tuning boxesI would prefer to have the car sitting at the 200bhp over stock although in stock it'sit can shift when teh turbo kicks in

I've got a soft spot for the VW/Audi range however I have always fancied the idea of rear wheel drive and now that I have drove the car about 60miles I must admit that BMW's wins in terms of driver appeal against the equivalent VW/Audi efforts i.e. A4 passat and unlikely to go back again to VW/Audi unless someone drops an RS4 on the driveway although for smile factor my Vr6 Corrado is still the dog's danglers

Snooky · 02-10-2008, 03:23 PM

Welcome Stevie!

I am about to make the same transition from a Mark V Golf GTi to an E92 BMW - there are plenty on here that have moved from VW/Audi to BMW - and a few more that are going back the other way - all good motors imo. I'm looking forward to the rear-wheel drive sensation - I really enjoyed my test drive!

Snooky

dazzapb · 02-10-2008, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by stevie_f_2004

unlikely to go back again to VW/Audi unless someone drops an RS4 on the driveway

Hey Mate.

How about a e92 m3 too? I was after an rs4 (had a bad experince with a TT which put me off audi for years) before I bought a new 335i m sport (what an amazing car), had a go in a e92 m3, and I want one so bad now! waiting for the DSG gear box and a lottery win would help

Welcome to this forum and the blue propeller!

stevie_f_2004 · 02-10-2008, 03:42 PM

It's quite funny there's a petrol head in my work and when I told him I'd got the BMW he said that the car park in work used to be like a "VW forecourt now it's like a Beemers". It's funny how peoples attitude and tastes change. I was tempted with another A6 but after Audi's last performance when they told me I'd need to wait 2 weeks before they could replace my old turbo I didn't even bother going in for a test drive this time around.....We'll see how the stealers of BMW perform

dazzapb · 02-10-2008, 03:53 PM

All beemers share the same DNA - driving plesure

i think top gear hit the nail on the head when they reviewed the e90 a number of years back. Todays society is now so image conscious and thats good news for BMW, merc, etc. it does mean that BMW and co are selling so much more its does detract from the brands exclusivity but not to its prestige IMO

Maybe with the cost of motoring and the credit cruch things will change - good news for ford, vauxhall etc

anyhow enough of my ramblings enjoy the motor!

booforty · 02-10-2008, 04:04 PM

Welcome! Congratulations on the new motor. You won't be disappointed with your choice, the E90 is a superb car. Hope you enjoy the forum...

dxb335d · 02-10-2008, 04:52 PM

Welcome budwah.

stevie_f_2004 · 02-11-2008, 02:41 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome........the car is stunning to drive.....I'll give it a good run tomorrow heading up the West coast of Scotland 200 mile plus drive(work related) so will be able to give it the beans!!!!!!

mjh93sa · 02-11-2008, 02:49 PM

Congratulations and welcome

Nice choice of colour

beemerbird · 02-11-2008, 02:57 PM

Welcome Stevie - enjoy

- Paul - · 02-11-2008, 05:24 PM

Welcome to the site - hope it proves of use or at least of entertainment to you!

dxb335d · 02-12-2008, 03:59 AM

what was the darkside? jap?

NFS · 02-12-2008, 04:50 AM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

what was the darkside? jap?

Have another go at reading the last paragraph of the first post Carlos

Budgie · 02-12-2008, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by needforspeed

Have another go at reading the last paragraph of the first post Carlos

Im sure he does it for the entertainment value lol...lighten my days up anyway.

6000+ posts lol...

creepy coupe · 02-12-2008, 05:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snooky

Welcome Stevie!

I am about to make the same transition from a Mark V Golf GTi to an E92 BMW - there are plenty on here that have moved from VW/Audi to BMW - and a few more that are going back the other way - all good motors imo. I'm looking forward to the rear-wheel drive sensation - I really enjoyed my test drive!

Snooky

I did the same, although had an R32 for about 5 months in between and have to say the Gti was the best car I've ever owned, bang for buck it was just incredible.

dxb335d · 02-12-2008, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by needforspeed

Have another go at reading the last paragraph of the first post Carlos

oh yeah.....

Quote:

Originally Posted by Budgie

Im sure he does it for the entertainment value lol...lighten my days up anyway.

6000+ posts lol...

I dont think i pay enough attention LOL

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stevie_f_2004 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: BMW 320D Saloon Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0) Garage List 1994 corrado vr6 [0.00] 2007 E90 [0.00]	Just come over from the dark side... Picked up my E90 320d M-Sport titanium silver with autobox, bluetooth etc etc on Friday (4100 miles on teh clock).......originally looked at a 318D E91 but at the last minute changed my mind to the saloon based on the additional extras over teh touring's on sale....right choice, only time will tell.???? I've spent all afternoon claying and Zymoling the car (only managed the bonnet and and drivers side beforeit got dark) and the paint doesn't have bling when cleaned properly I'm already looking at the tuning boxesI would prefer to have the car sitting at the 200bhp over stock although in stock it'sit can shift when teh turbo kicks in I've got a soft spot for the VW/Audi range however I have always fancied the idea of rear wheel drive and now that I have drove the car about 60miles I must admit that BMW's wins in terms of driver appeal against the equivalent VW/Audi efforts i.e. A4 passat and unlikely to go back again to VW/Audi unless someone drops an RS4 on the driveway although for smile factor my Vr6 Corrado is still the dog's danglers Last edited by stevie_f_2004; 02-10-2008 at 03:13 PM..
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Snooky Major 41 Rep 1,167 Posts Drives: Audi RS5 Sportback Carbon Blac Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Livingston, Scotland iTrader: (0)	Welcome Stevie! I am about to make the same transition from a Mark V Golf GTi to an E92 BMW - there are plenty on here that have moved from VW/Audi to BMW - and a few more that are going back the other way - all good motors imo. I'm looking forward to the rear-wheel drive sensation - I really enjoyed my test drive! Snooky
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stevie_f_2004 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: BMW 320D Saloon Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0) Garage List 1994 corrado vr6 [0.00] 2007 E90 [0.00]	It's quite funny there's a petrol head in my work and when I told him I'd got the BMW he said that the car park in work used to be like a "VW forecourt now it's like a Beemers". It's funny how peoples attitude and tastes change. I was tempted with another A6 but after Audi's last performance when they told me I'd need to wait 2 weeks before they could replace my old turbo I didn't even bother going in for a test drive this time around.....We'll see how the stealers of BMW perform
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dazzapb Brigadier General 1059 Rep 3,170 Posts Drives: 2019 X3M Comp Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: SW London iTrader: (0)	All beemers share the same DNA - driving plesure i think top gear hit the nail on the head when they reviewed the e90 a number of years back. Todays society is now so image conscious and thats good news for BMW, merc, etc. it does mean that BMW and co are selling so much more its does detract from the brands exclusivity but not to its prestige IMO Maybe with the cost of motoring and the credit cruch things will change - good news for ford, vauxhall etc anyhow enough of my ramblings enjoy the motor!
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stevie_f_2004 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: BMW 320D Saloon Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0) Garage List 1994 corrado vr6 [0.00] 2007 E90 [0.00]	Thanks for the warm welcome........the car is stunning to drive.....I'll give it a good run tomorrow heading up the West coast of Scotland 200 mile plus drive(work related) so will be able to give it the beans!!!!!!
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