[cosmicheretic]

Hi

After driving an 06 325xi and not liking the handling I am interested in a getting a used 06' RWD 325i, 330i or 07' 328i model with a sport suspension. What does the 'sport package' option add specifically in terms of suspension and wheel upgrades, etc?

Thanks

[stickypaws]

I just typed in "2006 sports package 3-series BMW" and "2007 sports packages 3-series BMW" in Google, and got all the info

[Brunotheboxer]

Originally Posted by cosmicheretic

Hi

After driving an 06 325xi and not liking the handling I am interested in a getting a used 06' RWD 325i, 330i or 07' 328i model with a sport suspension. What does the 'sport package' option add specifically in terms of suspension and wheel upgrades, etc?

Thanks

donkey balls.

[lipek]

[DenverJayhawk]

many threads on sport package

[chaz58]

Keep in mind you can't get the sports suspension with AWD - sounds like you figured that out already.

[attorneyscott]

are you nuts? get the goddamn sport package. also, get a car with the N54. quit BSing around.

[KkSc]

Originally Posted by attorneyscott

are you nuts? get the goddamn sport package. also, get a car with the N54. quit BSing around.

[Civ95]

I, for one, think the sport package is not for everybody and not for me. The suspension is very harsh and is very annoying on bad pavement. Definitely try it before purchasing it.

[MontegoblueE92]

I, on the other hand, think a person who gets a sports sedan without a sports package is retarded. If you just want the car for the roundel, then by all means, forget the sport package. But you get the sport seats and better wheels (IMO) as well, which are each worth the cost alone.

[cosmicheretic]

Originally Posted by MontegoblueE92

I, on the other hand, think a person who gets a sports sedan without a sports package is retarded. If you just want the car for the roundel, then by all means, forget the sport package. But you get the sport seats and better wheels (IMO) as well, which are each worth the cost alone.

Harsh delivery but point taken. I know I will pay through the ass for one in Canada but maybe when the 09's drop there will be some trade-in's available at better prices.

[simp0man]

If you've got crappy roads, then don't get good looking rims. Get ugly ones, oh and if you get ugly ones, you should have gotten an ugly car in the first place.

Peformance and luxury is always a trade off, you can't completely have both at the same time.

[mfstout]

With all due respect, if you're getting a BMW, the sport package should be a no-brainer. I thought about it for like 5 seconds, and a friend of mine looked at me and said, 'You are getting a BMW, aren't you?' That was all I needed to remind myself of. Good luck.

[simp0man]

For a grand, you get sports suspension, sports seats, and upgraded rims. A grand for all that? Think about it.

[PaulBailey@ltbmw]

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

donkey balls.

hahahaahhahaah

[cosmicheretic]

Originally Posted by simp0man

For a grand, you get sports suspension, sports seats, and upgraded rims. A grand for all that? Think about it.

Found this in a review. Does anyone have comments on the lack of active-steering difference in the sport package?. The xi I drove felt over assisted.

"What's the best 325i spec for those who love to drive?
My test car was loaded with both the Premium and Sport Packages topping out at $48,385. That's still cheaper than a 2005 330i, but this year's 325i comes feature-laden to begin with, so sticking with the $2,800 Sport Package would be the enthusiast's way to go. You get a more buttoned-down suspension, 17-inch alloys with 225/45 rubber up front and 255/40 out back. Extremely grippy and supportive front sport seats with thigh and bolster adjustments, and a fatter steering wheel are included as well. And here's an interesting bit: the Sport Package ditches BMW's active-steering system."

[chaz58]

Originally Posted by Civ95

I, for one, think the sport package is not for everybody and not for me. The suspension is very harsh and is very annoying on bad pavement. Definitely try it before purchasing it.

I agree its not for everyone, but you drive an XI, right? I hear people compaining all the time about the harsh suspension on the XI, but don't hear people carping about the sports package. But yeah - 16" wheels are the way to go if you want ride over handling.

[Michael Schott]

Originally Posted by MontegoblueE92

I, on the other hand, think a person who gets a sports sedan without a sports package is retarded. If you just want the car for the roundel, then by all means, forget the sport package. But you get the sport seats and better wheels (IMO) as well, which are each worth the cost alone.

My favorite insensitive e90 forum post. I love it when people think a stock BMW doesn't handle well without the sport package. Well let me tell you it does, just not as crisply. I also don't need to buy an extra set of tires and rims. I also couldn't afford the ZSP and extra set of tires.

Next, I didn't buy the car to show off that I own a BMW pal. I bought it because it's the best sport sedan I could afford. It's a great car with and without the sport package.

Thanks, Mike.

[Prissy]

Originally Posted by simp0man

For a grand, you get sports suspension, sports seats, and upgraded rims. A grand for all that? Think about it.

haha +1

[nicknaz]

OP, your best bet is to drive a car with sport package and see for yourself. There is a bit more harshness (just going from 16" to 17" wheels/tires will do that) and different people have different definition of 'acceptable harsh'.

Personally, I think the RWD 6MT car with sport package is fantastic, steering is very direct and gives a lot of feedback (but not as raw as a full on sporty car like WRX/Evo)

[blake480]

SPORT PACKAGE!!!! no brainer

[Civ95]

Originally Posted by chaz58

I agree its not for everyone, but you drive an XI, right? I hear people compaining all the time about the harsh suspension on the XI, but don't hear people carping about the sports package. But yeah - 16" wheels are the way to go if you want ride over handling.

I do drive an XI and the sport suspension is not available on the XI. However, the XI's suspension IMO is a lot softer than the sport suspension on the sedan (but leagues stiffer than my old E-series Mercedes).

I still chose a BMW for its overall driving dynamics, certainly not for its luxury (my prior car was way more luxurious). If I'd have a comment to make to improve the sportiness of the XI, I'd first give it a shorter manual shifter and a slightly less assisted steering.