Got my first BMW ::cheer::

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 11:14 AM

Howdy folks! I recently purchased my first BMW and have been frequenting these forums for assistance and guidance in learning all about it. Unfortunately, when I got the car, it wasn't washed so it's taken me a week or so to get out here and post

(pssh who wants to see a pic of a dirty car?!) So here is what I got:

2007 335i E90 Auto/Steptronic
32K Miles @ $22,800
no nav

I put the price I paid just to get a feel for what you guys think regarding the deal. From what I've researched, it seemed to be quite a deal, but would love your input

..now onto the pics!

So, for my mod-wish list, I'm thinking: smoked blacklines, full hid/led swap, down pipe of some sort, CAI, JB4 (or other ECU mod if convinced by someone with experience

)

Further down the road wishlist: Wheels, body kit (need to replace front bumper as theres some pretty bad road rash on the bottom lip - or maybe just get new lip??)

Oh also, I'm in The Colony, TX and plan on going to next month's cars and coffee, maybe I'll see some of you there!

antiks · 02-28-2011, 11:45 AM

welcome!

Advan · 02-28-2011, 12:41 PM

Looks good!! and great buy.. I need to get my car washed right now lol

michael1284 · 02-28-2011, 01:58 PM

welcome...jeez e90's are getting dirt cheap!

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 02:04 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome guys!

Oh hey Michael, The Colony too eh? Maybe i'll see you around town

I got lucky on my buy as my boss is being relocated to Bermuda and just offered his car up on what he owed on it - lucky me!

youngnastyman · 02-28-2011, 02:34 PM

nice ride!!! let me know if you need any help installing any of those mods on your car. JB4 or a Procede will make awesome gains on your car and not too hard to install.

Litos · 02-28-2011, 02:35 PM

dude, get a MTech spoiler from JBSpeed.

then wait for the Cobb to release their tunes for the 2007's.

then get a FMIC - then some staggered 19's.

/mods

ZRsaad · 02-28-2011, 02:39 PM

Welcome! I just picked up another 335i.. I had to sell my previous e92 335i when We decided to move from Ft. Lauderdale to Dallas.. needed the money to buy a house... a year later I'm back in another 335i Coupe... Previous one was AW/CR 6spd... this one is Montego Blue with Black.. not as beautiful as my previous one but for the price I paid for it I can learn to love her.. here is a pic! oh and I hope to make it out to the next DFW meet...

P.S. I live in Frisco and work in Irving...

michael1284 · 02-28-2011, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe

Thanks for the warm welcome guys!

Oh hey Michael, The Colony too eh? Maybe i'll see you around town

I got lucky on my buy as my boss is being relocated to Bermuda and just offered his car up on what he owed on it - lucky me!

Yep I'm sure you will see me around. I'm on the very edge of The Colony...off Morningstar and 121.

Wookie420 · 02-28-2011, 03:02 PM

Welcome and congrats on the car! I'll be setting up our meet for March next week.

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 04:55 PM

Sweet Michael, I'm off Blair Oaks and Pemberton.

Thanks for the help offer Young!

..and Lito I definitely have been thinking about a spoiler as well, just something about a dog with it's tail between it's legs look that doesn't look good to me

Been thinking between the Cobb and JB4 as well.

Nice color on your E93 ZR!

Thanks again for the welcome guys! Can't wait for the next meet

Wookie420 · 02-28-2011, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Litos

then wait for the Cobb to release their tunes for the 2007's.

This.

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 05:12 PM

I should prlly post this in another forum but figured since I have your attention, how difficult is it to add some subs in the trunk? I have the premium sound in this car, with the subs, but they just don't offer the thump I'm accustomed to. Does the stock deck come with any pre-outs or would it be an adapter I'd have to purchase?

Also, got an Injen CAI and Magnaflow catback for a 3G eclipse I'm looking to sell if anyone knows anyone in the area that would be interested

Litos · 02-28-2011, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe

..and Lito I definitely have been thinking about a spoiler as well, just something about a dog with it's tail between it's legs look that doesn't look good to me

Wookie420 · 02-28-2011, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe

I should prlly post this in another forum but figured since I have your attention, how difficult is it to add some subs in the trunk? I have the premium sound in this car, with the subs, but they just don't offer the thump I'm accustomed to. Does the stock deck come with any pre-outs or would it be an adapter I'd have to purchase?

Also, got an Injen CAI and Magnaflow catback for a 3G eclipse I'm looking to sell if anyone knows anyone in the area that would be interested

I'm in the process of upgrading my base audio system and subs are going in the trunk. Imperator is the guy who really knows the details though, send him a PM. I'm pretty sure there are no pre-outs and you'll need to get a JL Audio CleanSweep (or similar product) to get make the install as hassle-free as possible.

youngnastyman · 02-28-2011, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe

I should prlly post this in another forum but figured since I have your attention, how difficult is it to add some subs in the trunk? I have the premium sound in this car, with the subs, but they just don't offer the thump I'm accustomed to. Does the stock deck come with any pre-outs or would it be an adapter I'd have to purchase?

Also, got an Injen CAI and Magnaflow catback for a 3G eclipse I'm looking to sell if anyone knows anyone in the area that would be interested

you shorre can!! you can buy a harness from technic that plugs into the stock amplifier and has a hi-lo converter on it with RCA outs as well as the remote wire (cost about $85). Very high quality harness. After that its just a matter of running your cables (which actually isn't that bad considering everything is in the trunk)

I just installed this setup in my trunk a few days ago and its freakin tits!!!

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 06:07 PM

VN Lito! Wanna sell it?

Yeah, Wookie, I figured as much, but I can always hope, right? lol.

Young, you have links or a model number with what you are using? Also, I can't remember if the deck has it, but if it does - will the deck's sub dB controls work with the aftermarket considering they are basically jumpering off of the stock outs? (at least it sounds that way)

Litos · 02-28-2011, 06:46 PM

i just got the thing installed on Friday and you want me to sell it !??! HAHA !!!!

i listened to nastyman's 10" after he installed my jb4, dci and spoiler and it sounded amazing for such a tiny speaker.

now that i heard his, i want one.....

Litos · 02-28-2011, 06:46 PM

p.s.
my spoiler is for sale for $950.....................................

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 06:47 PM

LOL!

Yeah I'm missing my old setup from my eclipse... the stock system sounds great, but I can't FEEL it lol

TXe92 · 02-28-2011, 06:50 PM

Good deal..... Where did you buy it at? I'm in Keller not too far away, so welcome.

PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe · 02-28-2011, 07:03 PM

Young, after more perusing, I realized you meant 'Technic' as a forums member, and not the old school manufacturer

I have emailed him and hope to get this setup soon. Did the harness actually bypass your stock amp/subs or allow you to pass-thru and add the additional sub?

TXe92 - I'm assuming you meant your post to me

I got it from the individual reseller that was working with my boss to sell it. He's actually a friend of my buddy, so I'm sure that factored into the cost somewhat.

Litos - $950? I thought I saw those spoilers going for $185 painted on jbspeed? Of course, yours appears to be CF. /sarcasm maybe?

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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	Got my first BMW ::cheer:: Howdy folks! I recently purchased my first BMW and have been frequenting these forums for assistance and guidance in learning all about it. Unfortunately, when I got the car, it wasn't washed so it's taken me a week or so to get out here and post (pssh who wants to see a pic of a dirty car?!) So here is what I got: 2007 335i E90 Auto/Steptronic 32K Miles @ $22,800 no nav I put the price I paid just to get a feel for what you guys think regarding the deal. From what I've researched, it seemed to be quite a deal, but would love your input ..now onto the pics! So, for my mod-wish list, I'm thinking: smoked blacklines, full hid/led swap, down pipe of some sort, CAI, JB4 (or other ECU mod if convinced by someone with experience ) Further down the road wishlist: Wheels, body kit (need to replace front bumper as theres some pretty bad road rash on the bottom lip - or maybe just get new lip??) Oh also, I'm in The Colony, TX and plan on going to next month's cars and coffee, maybe I'll see some of you there! Last edited by PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe; 02-28-2011 at 02:07 PM..
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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	Thanks for the warm welcome guys! Oh hey Michael, The Colony too eh? Maybe i'll see you around town I got lucky on my buy as my boss is being relocated to Bermuda and just offered his car up on what he owed on it - lucky me!
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youngnastyman Major 223 Rep 1,420 Posts Drives: F83 M4 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (13)	nice ride!!! let me know if you need any help installing any of those mods on your car. JB4 or a Procede will make awesome gains on your car and not too hard to install.
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Litos Banned 222 Rep 2,991 Posts Drives: 2012 Challenger RT Junk Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston/Pearland iTrader: (1)	dude, get a MTech spoiler from JBSpeed. then wait for the Cobb to release their tunes for the 2007's. then get a FMIC - then some staggered 19's. /mods
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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	Sweet Michael, I'm off Blair Oaks and Pemberton. Thanks for the help offer Young! ..and Lito I definitely have been thinking about a spoiler as well, just something about a dog with it's tail between it's legs look that doesn't look good to me Been thinking between the Cobb and JB4 as well. Nice color on your E93 ZR! Thanks again for the welcome guys! Can't wait for the next meet Last edited by PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe; 02-28-2011 at 05:08 PM..
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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	I should prlly post this in another forum but figured since I have your attention, how difficult is it to add some subs in the trunk? I have the premium sound in this car, with the subs, but they just don't offer the thump I'm accustomed to. Does the stock deck come with any pre-outs or would it be an adapter I'd have to purchase? Also, got an Injen CAI and Magnaflow catback for a 3G eclipse I'm looking to sell if anyone knows anyone in the area that would be interested
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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	VN Lito! Wanna sell it? Yeah, Wookie, I figured as much, but I can always hope, right? lol. Young, you have links or a model number with what you are using? Also, I can't remember if the deck has it, but if it does - will the deck's sub dB controls work with the aftermarket considering they are basically jumpering off of the stock outs? (at least it sounds that way)
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Litos Banned 222 Rep 2,991 Posts Drives: 2012 Challenger RT Junk Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston/Pearland iTrader: (1)	i just got the thing installed on Friday and you want me to sell it !??! HAHA !!!! i listened to nastyman's 10" after he installed my jb4, dci and spoiler and it sounded amazing for such a tiny speaker. now that i heard his, i want one.....
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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	LOL! Yeah I'm missing my old setup from my eclipse... the stock system sounds great, but I can't FEEL it lol
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PaiNFuLSeDaTiVe Banned 10 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2008 BMS E90 335i AT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Temple, TX iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 e90 335i [0.00]	Young, after more perusing, I realized you meant 'Technic' as a forums member, and not the old school manufacturer I have emailed him and hope to get this setup soon. Did the harness actually bypass your stock amp/subs or allow you to pass-thru and add the additional sub? TXe92 - I'm assuming you meant your post to me I got it from the individual reseller that was working with my boss to sell it. He's actually a friend of my buddy, so I'm sure that factored into the cost somewhat. Litos - $950? I thought I saw those spoilers going for $185 painted on jbspeed? Of course, yours appears to be CF. /sarcasm maybe?
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