Does your boot open automatically?

RichardM · 11-04-2007, 06:30 AM

In my e60 when I opened the boot from the keyfob the boot would open fully which was very handy, but in the E92 it just seems to release the latch and you then have to manually lift it open. Is that normal?

Also I've noticed I now need to unlock the car before the boot release will work, where as in the E60 I could open the boot from the keyfob without unlocking the car.

Thanks.

Paddles · 11-04-2007, 06:37 AM

I have an E90 and mine is the same, unlock car first then unlock boot. (but the struts don't lift the lid)

Micky Dee · 11-04-2007, 06:39 AM

Both my e60's had boots that popped open. I questioned the boot opening when I got my e92 and was told by the dealer that it has different hinges and isn't counterbalanced to open fully. Shame, when you've got your hands full it was convenient to have it open fully. I too, noticed the boot unlocking difference. You'd think all models would be the same?!?

These are only niggles tho'. I'd rather have my 335i than any 5 Series anyday! (well maybe I'd consider an M5!!!)

Hotcoupe · 11-04-2007, 08:46 AM

Yep Coupe is the same,you have to unlock the car and then the boot.
The boot does not auto open though.

It is an optional extra,just kidnap a Lithuanian and store him in the boot,when you pop the fob,he'll be dead glad to see the sunlight!

jwbmw · 11-04-2007, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by RichardM

In my e60 when I opened the boot from the keyfob the boot would open fully which was very handy, but in the E92 it just seems to release the latch and you then have to manually lift it open. Is that normal?

Also I've noticed I now need to unlock the car before the boot release will work, where as in the E60 I could open the boot from the keyfob without unlocking the car.

Thanks.

Yep mine is the same, but at least you can not open the boot accidently as with the E60 when your key is in your trouser pocket!

RichardM · 12-22-2007, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by RichardM

In my e60 when I opened the boot from the keyfob the boot would open fully which was very handy, but in the E92 it just seems to release the latch and you then have to manually lift it open. Is that normal?

This has started to annoy me now. As the car seems to be constantly filthy (despite me washing it regularly) I always have to get my hand/finger dirty opening the boot. On the E60 (and on my previous cars) it opened on its own and thus I never had to touch the dirty paintwork.

nagge · 12-22-2007, 11:41 AM

The rear of the car tends to get dirty very quickly especially during winter so it would have been nice to have the boot open fully.

vienna · 12-22-2007, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Hotcoupe

Yep Coupe is the same,you have to unlock the car and then the boot.
The boot does not auto open though.

It is an optional extra,just kidnap a Lithuanian and store him in the boot,when you pop the fob,he'll be dead glad to see the sunlight!

Congratulations, possibly the most ignorant comment I have ever read on this forum. Any more hilarious tales involving "pakis" and "wogs" as a finale?

Hotcoupe · 12-22-2007, 01:01 PM

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vienna Quote:
Congratulations, possibly the most ignorant comment I have ever read on this forum. Any more hilarious tales involving "pakis" and "wogs" as a finale?

It's a shame a sense of humour is not available as an optional extra!

Evil Diesel · 12-22-2007, 01:05 PM

Ooops.

That went down like a bucket of cold sick then.

beemerbird · 12-22-2007, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by vienna

Congratulations, possibly the most ignorant comment I have ever read on this forum. Any more hilarious tales involving "pakis" and "wogs" as a finale?

FFS. Get a grip.

No the boot doesn't open automatically.

vienna · 12-22-2007, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Hotcoupe

It's a shame a sense of humour is not available as an optional extra!

That suggests I'm missing the joke, explain to me why it was funny?

vienna · 12-22-2007, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by beemerbird

FFS. Get a grip.

Explain to me why that's acceptable and/or funny and I'll "Get a grip".

Exchange "Lithuanian" for "n*gger"

Still funny?

If not why?

I'm all ears.

DaveC · 12-22-2007, 01:28 PM

Because "Lithuanian" isn't a derogatory or racist term maybe, whereas the other one is?

Pretty simple really.

vienna · 12-22-2007, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by DaveC

Because "Lithuanian" isn't a derogatory or racist term maybe, whereas the other one is?

Pretty simple really.

Used in the context it was it clearly was derogatory, otherwise why specify the nationality?

Sorry, I'm probably over reacting, it just seemed a comment that was beyond crass, and the suggestion that it is my sense of humour that is lacking irks me.

DaveC · 12-22-2007, 01:41 PM

I can tell you are irked, don't let it get to you - it's christmas

The joke would have been better if it had read "kidnap someone" I'll admit but it's not enough to get worked up over.

...zen

vienna · 12-22-2007, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by DaveC

I can tell you are irked, don't let it get to you - it's christmas

The joke would have been better if it had read "kidnap someone" I'll admit but it's not enough to get worked up over.

...zen

A Lithuanian or two might disagree but I take your point and my intention wasn't to construct an unnecessary yuletide soapbox, just merely to highlight that it was a pretty stupid comment.

Serjames · 12-22-2007, 01:52 PM

Ok you got the joke, good, I didn't need to do the welsh joke then

SJ

DaveC · 12-22-2007, 01:52 PM

Oh come now, you'd never fit two in the boot!

vienna · 12-22-2007, 01:58 PM

[QUOTE=Serjames;1860215]Ok you got the joke, good, I didn't need to do the welsh joke then

SJ[/

Half Welsh so you're more than welcome!!

Hotcoupe · 12-22-2007, 02:02 PM

Vienna, why bring derogatory terms into it, you exchanged a clearly racist name for a nationality.
You imply I'm racist, when racist terms come from you.

OK, you failed to see what was funny, in what was nothing more then a flippant remark, based on the amount of illegal immigrants in the country.
A problem which has all too often been highlighted in the media.

If my remark upset you, then I apologise, DON'T turn it into something that it was not, thankyou.

Happy Christmas.

vienna · 12-22-2007, 02:14 PM

I didn't think it was funny, you did, end of story.

The point of using derogatory terms was intended to show that I felt the divide between such terms and your post were narrow.

Happy Christmas to you also.

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Hotcoupe Major General 197 Rep 6,110 Posts Drives: Don't know yet! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (2) Garage List November 2008 335D ... [8.34] 2007 335D [0.00]	Yep Coupe is the same,you have to unlock the car and then the boot. The boot does not auto open though. It is an optional extra,just kidnap a Lithuanian and store him in the boot,when you pop the fob,he'll be dead glad to see the sunlight! __________________ ================================= Never argue with an idiot on the internet. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with experience.
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nagge Swedish user 2 Rep 267 Posts Drives: 06' E90 330dA Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	The rear of the car tends to get dirty very quickly especially during winter so it would have been nice to have the boot open fully. __________________ E90 330dA \| SG \| Remapped \| Blacklines \| Matte black kidney grill \| M3 Steering wheel \| Ümnitza Predator ICE LED Angel eyes \| 18" M5 reps \| ESS Tuning
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DaveC Captain 16 Rep 645 Posts Drives: 330 Touring Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Because "Lithuanian" isn't a derogatory or racist term maybe, whereas the other one is? Pretty simple really.
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DaveC Captain 16 Rep 645 Posts Drives: 330 Touring Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I can tell you are irked, don't let it get to you - it's christmas The joke would have been better if it had read "kidnap someone" I'll admit but it's not enough to get worked up over. ...zen
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Serjames Colonel 129 Rep 2,426 Posts Drives: E93 335i M-sport Join Date: May 2007 Location: Surrey - UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E93 335i M Spo ... [0.00] 2003 Nissan Primera S [0.00]	Ok you got the joke, good, I didn't need to do the welsh joke then SJ __________________
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vienna Enlisted Member 0 Rep 37 Posts Drives: e90 m sport Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: leics iTrader: (0)	[QUOTE=Serjames;1860215]Ok you got the joke, good, I didn't need to do the welsh joke then SJ[/ Half Welsh so you're more than welcome!!
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Hotcoupe Major General 197 Rep 6,110 Posts Drives: Don't know yet! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (2) Garage List November 2008 335D ... [8.34] 2007 335D [0.00]	Vienna, why bring derogatory terms into it, you exchanged a clearly racist name for a nationality. You imply I'm racist, when racist terms come from you. OK, you failed to see what was funny, in what was nothing more then a flippant remark, based on the amount of illegal immigrants in the country. A problem which has all too often been highlighted in the media. If my remark upset you, then I apologise, DON'T turn it into something that it was not, thankyou. Happy Christmas. __________________ ================================= Never argue with an idiot on the internet. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with experience.
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vienna Enlisted Member 0 Rep 37 Posts Drives: e90 m sport Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: leics iTrader: (0)	I didn't think it was funny, you did, end of story. The point of using derogatory terms was intended to show that I felt the divide between such terms and your post were narrow. Happy Christmas to you also.
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