Took delivery of my 335i e92 (with full aero kit) the other day

bmargolis · 02-04-2007, 11:36 AM

Some initial impressions -

The car is very smooth and fast. I'm following the book for break in, so no revs over 4500 for me for now. The power feels completely different from my S54 M Roadster, or any of the M3's that I have driven. The exhaust note is wonderful. A very nice growl coming from the back that turns people's heads. The shifts are buttery smooth with the 6sp manual. My only complaint is that the gear engagement, especially into first is kind of rubbery. Not that kind of "snick, snick, snick" that I have come to expect from BMW. The engagement of the clutch in 1st is also not ideal. I now understand why people are replacing the clutch delay valve.

Overall fit and finish is excellent, I did notice a little more room between the hood and fenders than I thought there would be. The dealer did a nice job installing the Aero kit. I think it looks great on the car, and certainly distinguishes it from other 3 series out there.

The iDrive is a little clunky to use, although I don't really know how it could be improved, without adding controls on the dash. It does everything that the driver needs, just sometimes takes a few menu's to get there. Bluetooth has been challenging, although I may have solved that problem for now. More testing required later.

The interior is beautiful. I love the contrast between the cream leather and the dark poplar wood. Really quite stunning. The controls are all where one would expect them and work with perfect function. I'm getting used the "rain sensing" function of the wipers, and they started up at the gas station yesterday as I washed the windshield

I have noticed that there is very little space in the car to store things like cell phone, sun glasses, etc. With the iDrive controller taking up the space on the center console, there's nothing else to store "stuff" in. The door panels that pivot out are nice, but even my Oakley's in their case won't fit in there.

Comfort access is just plain sexy. What else is there to say?

I took a few quick shots in the driveway after a wash in 16 degree weather this morning. It was tough to get it clean, as the water froze as soon as it hit the metal. Oh well, it needed to be done.

anu335i · 02-04-2007, 11:58 AM

Lookin' good! The aero kit is really growing on me...

zamboni · 02-04-2007, 11:59 AM

Great review and nice color combo.

valeram · 02-04-2007, 01:39 PM

You got a great car. Oh, I also have one. Enjoy it.

DocRoss · 02-04-2007, 02:13 PM

nice nipples in the front. looks like your dealer decided to do some drilling?

alex911s · 02-04-2007, 02:20 PM

Great color, beautiful car!! enjoy

LEDZEP · 02-04-2007, 02:51 PM

Sweet ride! Enjoy!

E86M · 02-04-2007, 02:52 PM

very niceeeeeeeeeee

Walked U · 02-04-2007, 02:54 PM

Damn you guys with your aero kits!

Hahha looks good

EHDEN · 02-04-2007, 03:40 PM

front lip looks GREAT!!!!!!! not feeling the rear spoiler at all. The rear aero bumper looks the best on your car so far...

BTW: The pedals...did you get them changed from the Dealer?

ironic · 02-04-2007, 03:43 PM

the aero is growing on me, front rear and rear spoiler

bmargolis · 02-04-2007, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DocRoss

nice nipples in the front. looks like your dealer decided to do some drilling?

Unfortunately, the body shop installed the front plate bracket, even after the SA had told them not to. They will be capping those holes with better caps than what's on there now.

bmargolis · 02-04-2007, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EHDEN

front lip looks GREAT!!!!!!! not feeling the rear spoiler at all. The rear aero bumper looks the best on your car so far...

BTW: The pedals...did you get them changed from the Dealer?

The pedals are OEM accessories. The dealer put them on, but I would have done it myself. I thought they would just sell them to me, but they installed them.

s4iscool · 02-04-2007, 04:30 PM

love it all but the spoiler. congrats

Ninjaneer · 02-04-2007, 04:33 PM

Very nice

uhaulball · 02-04-2007, 04:51 PM

tell them to give you a new front bumper. plate hole covers look nasty, otherwise, a sick car!

nine4surfah · 02-04-2007, 04:51 PM

Sex on Wheels! Hot!!

Couch · 02-04-2007, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anu335i

Lookin' good! The aero kit is really growing on me...

+1

Looking great!:rocks:

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bmargolis Second Lieutenant 23 Rep 201 Posts Drives: 2009 M3 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Central CT & Newport, RI iTrader: (1)	Took delivery of my 335i e92 (with full aero kit) the other day Some initial impressions - The car is very smooth and fast. I'm following the book for break in, so no revs over 4500 for me for now. The power feels completely different from my S54 M Roadster, or any of the M3's that I have driven. The exhaust note is wonderful. A very nice growl coming from the back that turns people's heads. The shifts are buttery smooth with the 6sp manual. My only complaint is that the gear engagement, especially into first is kind of rubbery. Not that kind of "snick, snick, snick" that I have come to expect from BMW. The engagement of the clutch in 1st is also not ideal. I now understand why people are replacing the clutch delay valve. Overall fit and finish is excellent, I did notice a little more room between the hood and fenders than I thought there would be. The dealer did a nice job installing the Aero kit. I think it looks great on the car, and certainly distinguishes it from other 3 series out there. The iDrive is a little clunky to use, although I don't really know how it could be improved, without adding controls on the dash. It does everything that the driver needs, just sometimes takes a few menu's to get there. Bluetooth has been challenging, although I may have solved that problem for now. More testing required later. The interior is beautiful. I love the contrast between the cream leather and the dark poplar wood. Really quite stunning. The controls are all where one would expect them and work with perfect function. I'm getting used the "rain sensing" function of the wipers, and they started up at the gas station yesterday as I washed the windshield I have noticed that there is very little space in the car to store things like cell phone, sun glasses, etc. With the iDrive controller taking up the space on the center console, there's nothing else to store "stuff" in. The door panels that pivot out are nice, but even my Oakley's in their case won't fit in there. Comfort access is just plain sexy. What else is there to say? I took a few quick shots in the driveway after a wash in 16 degree weather this morning. It was tough to get it clean, as the water froze as soon as it hit the metal. Oh well, it needed to be done. Attached Images __________________ Bob ///Margolis 2013 335i xDrive – 6-speed, AW, M Sport Line, Cold Weather, Dymanic Handling, Premium, Technology, 403M, Black Grills, Carbon Caps, Performance Exhaust
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