NY Road test with 328Xi-good idea?

rp_07bmw328xi · 01-12-2018, 12:57 PM

Guys, I have a road test coming up and wanted to bring my own car for the test.
Is it a good idea to bring 328Xi for the road test? I'm 5'6'' and looking over my shoulders on both sides doesn't seem to be an issue since I check my mirrors in conjunction (not the mirror only).

I passed my test in CA on 2nd attempt and wasn't as much concerned as I am for NY road test. Any specifics, someone want to share?

PichaDis11 · 01-12-2018, 01:09 PM

No We don't have anything to share! You get to fail on the first try like the rest of us lol. I'm joking.

Honestly they are looking at your ability to drive the car. Hands on 10 & 3. Practice your 3 point Turns (This is automatic fail) Maintain your speed limits. Oh and yes Parallel Park, practice that.

Good luck!

BimmerNugget · 01-12-2018, 03:50 PM

I drove a 2004 Mercedes ML350 (1st gen) for my road test in NYC. That was a few years ago, still feels like it was yesterday. You'll be fine in a 328i.

M3nic · 01-12-2018, 11:52 PM

You'll be fine good luck

Alloyed · 01-13-2018, 12:14 AM

If you are used to driving it, you should be fine with your 328i xDrive.

My only advice is just make sure it's running safe and good, and get a good nights sleep before hand.

BimmerNugget · 01-13-2018, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Alloyed

If you are used to driving it, you should be fine with your 328i xDrive.

My only advice is just make sure it's running safe and good, and get a good nights sleep before hand.

My advice is to jack off the night before so you don't have the urge to do it during the road test.

CTinline-six · 01-13-2018, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Alloyed

If you are used to driving it, you should be fine with your 328i xDrive.

My only advice is just make sure it's running safe and good, and get a good nights sleep before hand.

This. It is much easier to take the test in a car you are used to driving.

I went to driver's ed before getting my license. We used one car for all of the driving lessons. When I got to the test, they had a completely different car I had never driven or seen before. It wasn't too much of an issue, but I probably looked a bit dumb fumbling around for the mirror and seat adjustments.

rp_07bmw328xi · 01-14-2018, 08:05 PM

Awesome boys !! This has made me feel me so much better. I'm pretty used to driving my 328 Xi and would take it for the test !!
Will keep you all posted

BimmerNugget · 01-14-2018, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by rp_07bmw328xi

Awesome boys !! This has made me feel me so much better. I'm pretty used to driving my 328 Xi and would take it for the test !!
Will keep you all posted

Make sure you follow me advice...Good luck son.

rp_07bmw328xi · 01-15-2018, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BimmerNugget

Make sure you follow me advice...Good luck son.

Roger that lieutenant

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PichaDis11 Colonel 295 Rep 2,202 Posts Drives: E90 N52 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (3)	No We don't have anything to share! You get to fail on the first try like the rest of us lol. I'm joking. Honestly they are looking at your ability to drive the car. Hands on 10 & 3. Practice your 3 point Turns (This is automatic fail) Maintain your speed limits. Oh and yes Parallel Park, practice that. Good luck! __________________ Retrofits: 322, 609, 6FL, 6NR, 6VC, 2TB.. Upgrades: Bilstein B8 Eibach Spring kit
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BimmerNugget Crazy Frog 543 Rep 1,211 Posts Drives: L.L.Bean Bootmobile Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: 560 State Street iTrader: (0)	I drove a 2004 Mercedes ML350 (1st gen) for my road test in NYC. That was a few years ago, still feels like it was yesterday. You'll be fine in a 328i. __________________ www.youtube.com/watch?v=k85mRPqvMbE
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Alloyed Enlisted Member 15 Rep 30 Posts Drives: E90 N55 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	If you are used to driving it, you should be fine with your 328i xDrive. My only advice is just make sure it's running safe and good, and get a good nights sleep before hand.
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rp_07bmw328xi Private 6 Rep 94 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 328xi Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (0)	Awesome boys !! This has made me feel me so much better. I'm pretty used to driving my 328 Xi and would take it for the test !! Will keep you all posted
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