BMW-related ABBREVIATIONS thread

cobradac · 08-27-2006, 08:07 PM

Here are a few updates to the list.

OC Guy · 06-07-2007, 05:58 PM

Paint code for Space Gray is A52. It is not on the OP.

ksfrogman · 06-09-2007, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OC 335i

Paint code for Space Gray is A52. It is not on the OP.

Thank you, list updated.

phoenixbmwlife · 09-30-2007, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maq

M = Motorsport is incorrect. BMW M GmbH is not BMW Motorsport. The 2 entities used to be one department under the name Motorsport GmbH prior to 1995. Today BMW M GmbH is a seperate company from BMW AG, its responsibilities are M road cars, the Individual and the driver training program. BMW Motorsport is under BMW Sport, responsible for all motor vehicle (including bikes) racing programs.

Everyone knows "M" stands for Motorsport

bimmernupe · 10-14-2008, 10:31 AM

A39 = Barbera Red Metallic

Gotadime · 04-03-2010, 01:01 PM

Didn't already find this on the list. Think it could be useful.

HPFP - High-Pressure Fuel Pump

SleepyWeasel · 05-10-2012, 10:24 AM

Have run into a few acroymns on the site. Some I've figured out, others not.

DP=Down Pipe
FMIC=?
DCI=?

Ammonia · 05-11-2012, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SleepyWeasel

Have run into a few acroymns on the site. Some I've figured out, others not.

DP=Down Pipe
FMIC=?
DCI=?

Front-Mounted-InterCooler

Dual - Cone - Intake

SleepyWeasel · 05-11-2012, 07:10 PM

Thanks!

8nskate · 06-26-2012, 04:41 PM

Hello everyone, I am new to the forum and a soon to be BMW 335is owner. There are a few acronyms I have seen on this forum that I did not see on this thread. Also, can someone explain the difference between an E90-91-92-93 3 series?

And what does LCI stand for? Thanks. Trying to learn about the car before I purchase it.

ibarry92 · 07-15-2012, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 8nskate

Hello everyone, I am new to the forum and a soon to be BMW 335is owner. There are a few acronyms I have seen on this forum that I did not see on this thread. Also, can someone explain the difference between an E90-91-92-93 3 series?

And what does LCI stand for? Thanks. Trying to learn about the car before I purchase it.

BMW E90 - 3 Series Sedan (4 Doors)
BMW E91 - 3 Series Wagon Sedan (5 Doors)
BMW E92 - 3 Series Coupe (2 Doors)
BMW E93 - 3 Series Convertible Coupe (2 Doors)

LCI - Life Cycle Impulse; Every few years, the car manufactures update the interior/exterior of the car. (E.g. the 2006-2008 3 series are Pre-LCI and the 2009-2011 3 Series are LCI. The LCI models have new lines added to the hood, updated I-Drive, new rims, new interior/exterior colors, LED tail lights and head lights, upgraded front bumper, etc...)

8nskate · 08-06-2012, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibarry92

BMW E90 - 3 Series Sedan (4 Doors)
BMW E91 - 3 Series Wagon Sedan (5 Doors)
BMW E92 - 3 Series Coupe (2 Doors)
BMW E93 - 3 Series Convertible Coupe (2 Doors)

LCI - Life Cycle Impulse; Every few years, the car manufactures update the interior/exterior of the car. (E.g. the 2006-2008 3 series are Pre-LCI and the 2009-2011 3 Series are LCI. The LCI models have new lines added to the hood, updated I-Drive, new rims, new interior/exterior colors, LED tail lights and head lights, upgraded front bumper, etc...)

Thanks ibarry! Finally made the move and purchased a 2010 550i. Picking it up on Friday!!

ChrisForPresident · 10-14-2014, 03:59 PM

Gotta ask a dumb question and since this is the abbreviations post, I am hoping that I will keep me from getting flamed (and I'm at work or I would have looked it up on Urban Dictionary)

What does FBO mean?

thanks, a gratetful n00b

7786 · 10-15-2014, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisForPresident

Gotta ask a dumb question and since this is the abbreviations post, I am hoping that I will keep me from getting flamed (and I'm at work or I would have looked it up on Urban Dictionary)

What does FBO mean?

thanks, a gratetful n00b

Full bolt ons, usually in reference to mods

ChrisForPresident · 10-16-2014, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7786

Full bolt ons, usually in reference to mods

Thanks!

ShowerBabies · 12-23-2014, 10:47 PM

BUMP from doing research! Does anyone know why this is NOT a Sticky??

TOreDEFINE · 02-25-2015, 06:07 PM

"MOFSET" ?

uniqueMR · 01-15-2018, 06:17 AM

ZCP = Zee Competition Package

06-07-2007, 05:58 PM	#46
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05-10-2012, 10:24 AM	#51
SleepyWeasel New Member 3 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 2010 335i Join Date: May 2012 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	Have run into a few acroymns on the site. Some I've figured out, others not. DP=Down Pipe FMIC=? DCI=? __________________ Be Polite. Be Professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet.
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05-11-2012, 07:10 PM	#53
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06-26-2012, 04:41 PM	#54
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10-14-2014, 03:59 PM	#57
ChrisForPresident Private 9 Rep 67 Posts Drives: TiAg 335i Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Jacksonville, Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Gotta ask a dumb question and since this is the abbreviations post, I am hoping that I will keep me from getting flamed (and I'm at work or I would have looked it up on Urban Dictionary) What does FBO mean? thanks, a gratetful n00b
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12-23-2014, 10:47 PM	#60
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02-25-2015, 06:07 PM	#61
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