Official Ottawa Members Thread (#2)

clairvoyant · 03-29-2011, 01:53 PM

Carbon grey metallic is the best colour for that Panamera.
I am actually very traumatized with a jet black colour because all paint imperfections show up and it's hard to clean them up.
Check this out:
http://www.astonmartin.com/eng/thecars/rapide

Quote:

Originally Posted by ns2000x

I think the Panamera looks a lot better in very dark colours, but I'm with excoupe, to me it isn't a good looking car. However I've had friends gush over the looks of the Panamera so obviously the beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

TheRox · 03-29-2011, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clairvoyant

Carbon grey metallic is the best colour for that Panamera.
I am actually very traumatized with a jet black colour because all paint imperfections show up and it's hard to clean them up.
Check this out:
http://www.astonmartin.com/eng/thecars/rapide

just drove the carbon grey metallic back home! was so relaxing after a 14 hour day, with the spoiler deployed

CdnE90 · 03-31-2011, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clairvoyant

Carbon grey metallic is the best colour for that Panamera.
I am actually very traumatized with a jet black colour because all paint imperfections show up and it's hard to clean them up.
Check this out:
http://www.astonmartin.com/eng/thecars/rapide

I hate to bring in a Top Gear reference here, but that show did a Rapide/Panamera/Quattroporte comparison, and I have to agree with them: The Quattroporte is heads and tails better in all facets then these other two.

http://www.maserati.us/maserati/us/e...port-GT-S.html

Now with a E90 question: Is there anywhere in Ottawa region that can install a Quaife LSD?

laser99 · 03-31-2011, 07:10 PM

Well, it seems this forum got some life lately. And, yes, let's set a date for the first official Ottawa BMW owners' 'get together' gathering. How about Saturday, May-14? I will take suggestions for a place. Anyone??

laser99 · 03-31-2011, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CdnE90

I hate to bring in a Top Gear reference here, but that show did a Rapide/Panamera/Quattroporte comparison, and I have to agree with them: The Quattroporte is heads and tails better in all facets then these other two.

http://www.maserati.us/maserati/us/e...port-GT-S.html

Now with a E90 question: Is there anywhere in Ottawa region that can install a Quaife LSD?

I have to agree with you (or Top Gear) - the Quattroporte is way better looking car than the other two, especially Panamera. I drove along one just recently and it was my first time to see it in 3D......I still have nightmares.

clairvoyant · 03-31-2011, 09:22 PM

No one in Ottawa.
Try: info@bimmershop.ca
450-206-0677

Tell Seb, I refer you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CdnE90

Now with a E90 question: Is there anywhere in Ottawa region that can install a Quaife LSD?

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May 14th sounds good.....just tell me when and where specifically.
I am thinking about somewhere quiet but accessible such as:
Tim Hortons @ 372 Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, ON K1V 1C1

CdnE90 · 04-01-2011, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by clairvoyant

No one in Ottawa.
Try: info@bimmershop.ca
450-206-0677

Tell Seb, I refer you.

I see that you installed a Wavetrac. Any reason that you went Wavetrac over Quaiffe? Where did you get yours?

Also, did you get the complete final drive, or did you get just the pumpkin? What other parts do you need to do the install (axle seal set, ect)?

clairvoyant · 04-01-2011, 03:42 PM

Wavetrac is cheaper.
I got mine from http://www.namotorsports.net.
I just got the pumpkin.
Axle seals and differential oil.

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Originally Posted by CdnE90

I see that you installed a Wavetrac. Any reason that you went Wavetrac over Quaiffe? Where did you get yours?

Also, did you get the complete final drive, or did you get just the pumpkin? What other parts do you need to do the install (axle seal set, ect)?

BDMBimmer · 04-01-2011, 07:41 PM

Anyone in Ottawa with a roof rack on an E90? Need some help.

laser99 · 04-01-2011, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clairvoyant

No one in Ottawa.
Try: info@bimmershop.ca
450-206-0677

Tell Seb, I refer you.

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May 14th sounds good.....just tell me when and where specifically.
I am thinking about somewhere quiet but accessible such as:
Tim Hortons @ 372 Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, ON K1V 1C1

I like your suggestion, it works for me. I will mark my calendar for May-14. Is 1pm good for everyone?

ns2000x · 04-01-2011, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by BDMBimmer

Anyone in Ottawa with a roof rack on an E90? Need some help.

Not yet. I had a close look at the BMW one today as my friend picked it up for his 328. What was your problem/question?

CdnE90 · 04-02-2011, 04:05 AM

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Originally Posted by BDMBimmer

Anyone in Ottawa with a roof rack on an E90? Need some help.

Yep, I've got one and a BMW box too. Great for road trips with the fam.

TheRox · 04-02-2011, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by CdnE90

Yep, I've got one and a BMW box too. Great for road trips with the fam.

me too, its cheap if you buy from tischer

very very useful product

laser99 · 04-02-2011, 06:02 PM

My 335i should be here in about 3 weeks, I have just checked. First thing I would like to do is to get clear shield and get windows tinted. Here is my little dilemma; should I get full clear bra or just standard which includes lower part of the hood and mirrors. Goldwing quotes me $225 for standard and $500 for full bumper, hood (just a section) and mirrors. I it worth it? Does anyone know of 'clearshield' brand? How good (or bad) it is and how it compares to 3M. Is Goldwing the best place for this anyway?

TheRox · 04-02-2011, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by laser99

My 335i should be here in about 3 weeks, I have just checked. First thing I would like to do is to get clear shield and get windows tinted. Here is my little dilemma; should I get full clear bra or just standard which includes lower part of the hood and mirrors. Goldwing quotes me $225 for standard and $500 for full bumper, hood (just a section) and mirrors. I it worth it? Does anyone know of 'clearshield' brand? How good (or bad) it is and how it compares to 3M. Is Goldwing the best place for this anyway?

I had goldwing do mine, not a fan. they do a good job, but too expensive.

don't bother to go to them

ask clairvoyant for the hookup for clear bra in ottawa...he has guys that are more cost effective and use newer stuff. they did our Porsche.

clairvoyant · 04-02-2011, 08:38 PM

Yeap....
Trim-Line of Ottawa-outaouais
91 Descapucine
Gatineau, QC, J9A 1S8
Local (613) 223-4478

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRox

I had goldwing do mine, not a fan. they do a good job, but too expensive.

don't bother to go to them

ask clairvoyant for the hookup for clear bra in ottawa...he has guys that are more cost effective and use newer stuff. they did our Porsche.

ns2000x · 04-03-2011, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by laser99

My 335i should be here in about 3 weeks, I have just checked. First thing I would like to do is to get clear shield and get windows tinted. Here is my little dilemma; should I get full clear bra or just standard which includes lower part of the hood and mirrors. Goldwing quotes me $225 for standard and $500 for full bumper, hood (just a section) and mirrors. I it worth it? Does anyone know of 'clearshield' brand? How good (or bad) it is and how it compares to 3M. Is Goldwing the best place for this anyway?

My M3 should arrive then also. Is your car on the Faust?

I'm having Shades do my tint and clear bra (bumper, hood, fenders, mirrors). Relatively costly but he does excellent work.

TheRox · 04-03-2011, 09:01 AM

does anyone install formula one tints in ottawa? i had to go to toronto for my 335

TheRox · 04-03-2011, 04:59 PM

Jeez...is it just me or does every second person in Ottawa have a 323 or 328???

There are so many BMW 3 series in Ottawa now! And Benz C-Classes...everyone seems to have a C230.

Everyone thinks they're a baller in their 3 series now.

clairvoyant · 04-03-2011, 07:18 PM

Try Richmond, BC. That place is like Benz and Bimmer sanctuary.....but then again It's Hongcouver.
The French says "grosse Corvette, petite quéquette"

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On the other note:
Is anyone coming to Otto's BMW next Tuesday for that X1 launch????

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRox

Jeez...is it just me or does every second person in Ottawa have a 323 or 328???
There are so many BMW 3 series in Ottawa now! And Benz C-Classes...everyone seems to have a C230.
Everyone thinks they're a baller in their 3 series now.

laser99 · 04-03-2011, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clairvoyant

Yeap....
Trim-Line of Ottawa-outaouais
91 Descapucine
Gatineau, QC, J9A 1S8
Local (613) 223-4478

Thank you, guys. I'll check them out.

laser99 · 04-03-2011, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ns2000x

My M3 should arrive then also. Is your car on the Faust?

I'm having Shades do my tint and clear bra (bumper, hood, fenders, mirrors). Relatively costly but he does excellent work.

I do not know. How did you find out on which boat your M3 is? My is scheduled to arrive in Halifax on Apr-11.
I know of Shades. The guy did my Infinity QX4, back in 2002. Window tinting looks as good as on the day he installed it. Maybe we could work out a deal since a good friend of mine is looking at the same job on his E46 M3 he has just purchased.

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