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12-08-2013, 04:06 AM | #1 |
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So long 335i
So after 18 very enjoyable months I have parted with my 335i. The car was a joy to own and my first BMW. The car was a 2008 so was out of warranty. A few months ago I had a problem with the car having no boost which ended up being down to be ruptured actuator pressure converters. Before it was diagnosed, I thought my turbos had gone. Once repaired, I decided I wanted a car with warranty again.
Christmas came early for me yesterday and I collected my new car. A BMW M135i. Spec 3dr 8 speed ZF semi auto Estoril Blue Black leather Sun protection Pack Harmon kardon HiFi Black panel display I've still got to wait for the engine to loosen up so I've not pushed it hard but the engine feels very eager and revvy compared to my 335i. The gearbox is amazing and far superior to the auto box I had in my non DCT 335i. It sounds a lot better too. Some of the interior materials feel a bit cheap compared to my previous 3 series but all the bits that matter like the engine, suspension, running gear etc... Feel great. Very pleased with it so far and I was given a very good deal too. Heres some quick phone snaps from the services on the way home. |
12-08-2013, 05:44 AM | #6 |
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Definitely the best colour to get.
Enjoy.
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12-08-2013, 06:38 AM | #7 |
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Lovely little car this. As above looks great in that colour. When my 335d went I nearly decided to lease one of these as the deals are so good at the minute.
Bet it's a flying machine. |
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12-08-2013, 06:59 AM | #9 | |
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12-08-2013, 09:49 AM | #10 | |
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Thanks guys. Estoril blue is a great and really suits the M135i
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I had a 9.5hr round trip to collect it yesterday. Manchester to Royal Tunbridge Wells. The photo was taken moments after I'd been sat in the seat for about 3hrs. The leather is nice and supple but thankfully it's not dented from my fat arse anymore. |
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12-08-2013, 12:09 PM | #11 |
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How r u finding the space behind the steering Dan, u had some concerns previously ?
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Compared to the E92, it is more snug. It's big enough for most but I have a torn muscle in my chest. I drive with my elbows placed wider apart than normal so the steering wheel is positioned closer to the door than I would ideally like. The first test drive I had, I didn't realise you could tilt the seat. I thought you could only adjust it up/down and forward/back. Tilting the seat back allows me to position my elbow away from the area of the door card my elbow was fouling on so everything is ok now. My left leg is fine and doesn't rub on the centre console. |
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12-10-2013, 03:01 AM | #15 |
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Nice one Dan. Hope you enjoy ownership.You just wait until you can wring it out a bit more.
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3 months in and still very impressed with the little M light. I treated her to a BMW M Performance exhaust last week. The chrome tailpipes stand out more against the dark diffuser than the original black tips and she sounds a bit more fruity too. Here's a start up video clip taken today in the sunshine. She pops and bangs a lot more on a cold morning.
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03-12-2014, 01:18 PM | #17 |
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N54 335i is the Legend! N55 435i Now: 718 Cayman GTS / F83 M4 |
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03-12-2014, 02:38 PM | #18 |
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One of these drove past me on the M1 today.... Bloody fast!!! The middle aged woman driving it left me for dust lol
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03-12-2014, 04:55 PM | #19 |
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Amazing car, brilliant gearbox and can get almost 30mpg on M-way cruise in Eco-pro mode.
My fan is very loud though once going through traffic in London, but then that might be due to stop/start and engine running in. Love the exhaust you have there! Amazing noise! |
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Looks like a nice move OP and one that I keep considering. That exhaust note is lovely, very similar to the old BMW PE system. |
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The video clip doesn't do the exhaust justice tbh. It sound great on gear changes too. Test drive one if your considering a change. It's a hoot to drive. |
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