Help Guys! The time is here!

Greeney · 06-20-2006, 07:26 PM

I just got the 90 day notice on our FX lease!

I think that means its about time to order my e90! I wish we could wait for the 335(Xi) but if thats not out until January, not an option...So what options do you think are a must have on the car.

My FX has- Bi Xenons,Radar Cruise,Nav,XM,CA type thing.

I dont particularly want to loose anything with the move to the 3, but ya know BMW

Thanks for the help

PS. Oh I forgot to add, I have my mind pretty much set on a terra interior,exterior is still a toss up between SG and BS!

-JG.

Refujeet · 06-20-2006, 07:39 PM

Why don't you try to extend the lease of the FX?

Greeney · 06-20-2006, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Refujeet

Why don't you try to extend the lease of the FX?

Becasue I cant stand 10mpg anymore.

10MPG

Asiann · 06-20-2006, 08:00 PM

They really get that bad of gas mileage?

Oz · 06-20-2006, 08:04 PM

ZSP, ZPP, IDrive

Greeney · 06-20-2006, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Asiann

They really get that bad of gas mileage?

Want me to take a picture of the trip computer thing? haha.

Oz · 06-20-2006, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Greeney

Becasue I cant stand 10mpg anymore.

10MPG

Wow, that bad? I thought the Hummers were bad...

Asiann · 06-20-2006, 08:07 PM

Thats ok! I thought it would be a little better than that. I see why you are so happy to get rid of it. Do you really drive it that much living in NY?

Greeney · 06-20-2006, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Asiann

Thats ok! I thought it would be a little better than that. I see why you are so happy to get rid of it. Do you really drive it that much living in NY?

I live about 20 miles out side of the city,so yea. We only took a 10,000 Mile a year lease on the car, I have driven about 15k of the total 25k miles this year

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Pedro · 06-20-2006, 08:26 PM

The one must have has to be Sport Pkg. To have something comparable also opt for the Premium Pkg, Nav (iDrive), CA, and Active Cruise. You will at least double your mpg with the E90. Happy shopping.
Im waiting for MY2007 official release, dont care if it is a 335i or 330i; prefer BMW bring direct injected NA 330i instead of twin turbo. Just my opinion.

BK · 06-20-2006, 08:59 PM

I'll put in a plug for black sapphire over sparkling graphite, but pretty much all the colors look good IMO. As for options, you want the sport package for sure, and after that it's up to you. If you want the radar cruise, it's "active cruise" on the Bimmer. It doesn't seem to be too popular, but those who have it like it. Comfort access, premium package if you are getting leather and Bluetooth anyway, and then consider if you want fold-down and heated seats. The seats don't fold down in the back unless you order that option. I originally was not going to order iDrive, but I tried it and liked it, so I ordered it. YMMV.

Greeney · 06-21-2006, 06:48 AM

Ok Guys thanks for the help so far! Heres what Im looking at!

330Xi With
Sports Package(ZSP)
Premium Package(ZPP)
18" Star Spoke Alloy Wheels (Styling 162)
On-Board Navigation System w/iDrive
Comfort Access
STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission
Heated Front Seats
Sirus

Im debating with the PDC and ACC right now. I have my mind pretty set on getting ACC but we will see what happens!

Now I need help with Colors.
Exterior- I love BS and SG, but I cant decide.

Interior- Terra/Aluminium or Terra/Burl damnit, why is it so hard.

PS. What kind of MPGs can I expect?

Mr. BMW · 06-21-2006, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Greeney

Ok Guys thanks for the help so far! Heres what Im looking at!

330Xi With
Sports Package(ZSP)
Premium Package(ZPP)
18" Star Spoke Alloy Wheels (Styling 162)
On-Board Navigation System w/iDrive
Comfort Access
STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission
Heated Front Seats
Sirus

Im debating with the PDC and ACC right now. I have my mind pretty set on getting ACC but we will see what happens!

Now I need help with Colors.
Exterior- I love BS and SG, but I cant decide.

Interior- Terra/Aluminium or Terra/Burl damnit, why is it so hard.

PS. What kind of MPGs can I expect?

Remember the XI is a little higher than the I, so there will be a little more space in the wheel wells. I've seen some pics on here of XI's with the 162 and did not like the look. Do you really need the XI?

Greeney · 06-21-2006, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. BMW

Remember the XI is a little higher than the I, so there will be a little more space in the wheel wells. I've seen some pics on here of XI's with the 162 and did not like the look. Do you really need the XI?

No one NEEDS the Xi,but its much more convinient for me to have the 4wd.

Gitta · 06-21-2006, 11:48 AM

I like the aluminum with the terra. As for the outside, how anal are you about keeping it clean at all times? SG would be easier to keep looking good but if you really like to spend the time, the BS would certainly look sharp.

Mr. BMW · 06-21-2006, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Greeney

No one NEEDS the Xi,but its much more convinient for me to have the 4wd.

I know what you mean. I live on a hill so the XI would have been nice for me too but I didn't want the extra weight, height and mpg that come with it. I just figure the amount of times that it snows around here I can just work at home or maybe I’ll get a beater.

I assume you know that you still need to get snow tires even with the XI.

gos · 06-21-2006, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Greeney

No one NEEDS the Xi,but its much more convinient for me to have the 4wd.

I'd strongly consider the cold-weather package instead of just heated seats. It's cheaper on the XI because the headlight washers are standard, and you'll get the fold-down rear seats + ski bag.

Fold-down seats are invaluable for carrying larger items when necessary.

If you're keeping a truck it may not be an issue, but for me it's essential.

--gos

Greeney · 06-21-2006, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by gos

I'd strongly consider the cold-weather package instead of just heated seats. It's cheaper on the XI because the headlight washers are standard, and you'll get the fold-down rear seats + ski bag.

Fold-down seats are invaluable for carrying larger items when necessary.

If you're keeping a truck it may not be an issue, but for me it's essential.

--gos

400 bucks for a ski bag though? hmm.

gos · 06-21-2006, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Greeney

400 bucks for a ski bag though? hmm.

400 for the fold down seats, the ski bag is free =P

BKsBimmer · 06-21-2006, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greeney

Ok Guys thanks for the help so far! Heres what Im looking at!

330Xi With
Sports Package(ZSP)
Premium Package(ZPP)
18" Star Spoke Alloy Wheels (Styling 162)
On-Board Navigation System w/iDrive
Comfort Access
STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission
Heated Front Seats
Sirus

Im debating with the PDC and ACC right now. I have my mind pretty set on getting ACC but we will see what happens!

Now I need help with Colors.
Exterior- I love BS and SG, but I cant decide.

Interior- Terra/Aluminium or Terra/Burl damnit, why is it so hard.

PS. What kind of MPGs can I expect?

I've got a very similar setup to what you're ordering but I got 6MT instead of step. Trust me the ride height and weight are not the issue people make it out to be. The car is plenty quick and handles just the way you expect a BMW to handle.

My CA talked me out of the the ACC at the last minute. I could kick him for that, wish I had gotten it. Get the PDC it's only $300 and well worth it. I do mostly short commutes in city.

I'm averaging between 17mpg and 19mpg. Much better of course on the highway.

Greeney · 06-21-2006, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BKsBimmer

I've got a very similar setup to what you're ordering but I got 6MT instead of step. Trust me the ride height and weight are not the issue people make it out to be. The car is plenty quick and handles just the way you expect a BMW to handle.

My CA talked me out of the the ACC at the last minute. I could kick him for that, wish I had gotten it. Get the PDC it's only $300 and well worth it. I do mostly short commutes in city.

I'm averaging between 17mpg and 19mpg. Much better of course on the highway.

So deffinatly get ACC and PDC? I think to me PDC will be very useful, I tell you the Back up Camera in the FX saved my ass a couple dozen times!.

BKsBimmer · 06-21-2006, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Greeney

So deffinatly get ACC and PDC? I think to me PDC will be very useful, I tell you the Back up Camera in the FX saved my ass a couple dozen times!.

The ACC is not a popular option with E90 buyers, probably because it's so expensive. But I say yes, get it, especially if you enjoyed it in the FX.

You will not have a back up cam with PDC, but you will get a computerized visual display of your rear bumper showing your distance from even the smallest objects including animals and people. You also have an audible signal that get's louder the closer you are to an object. It's very cool and surpisingly useful. Get that too, you won't regret it.

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Pedro Enlisted Member 0 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 2003 530iA Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The South iTrader: (0)	The one must have has to be Sport Pkg. To have something comparable also opt for the Premium Pkg, Nav (iDrive), CA, and Active Cruise. You will at least double your mpg with the E90. Happy shopping. Im waiting for MY2007 official release, dont care if it is a 335i or 330i; prefer BMW bring direct injected NA 330i instead of twin turbo. Just my opinion.
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BK Smiling politely 165 Rep 7,931 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [9.00]	I'll put in a plug for black sapphire over sparkling graphite, but pretty much all the colors look good IMO. As for options, you want the sport package for sure, and after that it's up to you. If you want the radar cruise, it's "active cruise" on the Bimmer. It doesn't seem to be too popular, but those who have it like it. Comfort access, premium package if you are getting leather and Bluetooth anyway, and then consider if you want fold-down and heated seats. The seats don't fold down in the back unless you order that option. I originally was not going to order iDrive, but I tried it and liked it, so I ordered it. YMMV. __________________ E90 330i Black Sapphire 6MT \| 991.1 C4 Platinum Silver 7MT
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Greeney Brigadier General 213 Rep 3,835 Posts Drives: Jerez E90 M3 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Westchester, NY / Fort Lauderdale, FL iTrader: (4)	Ok Guys thanks for the help so far! Heres what Im looking at! 330Xi With Sports Package(ZSP) Premium Package(ZPP) 18" Star Spoke Alloy Wheels (Styling 162) On-Board Navigation System w/iDrive Comfort Access STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission Heated Front Seats Sirus Im debating with the PDC and ACC right now. I have my mind pretty set on getting ACC but we will see what happens! Now I need help with Colors. Exterior- I love BS and SG, but I cant decide. Interior- Terra/Aluminium or Terra/Burl damnit, why is it so hard. PS. What kind of MPGs can I expect? __________________ 11' E90 M3 6MT \| Jerez Black \| Black Ext./Carbon \| ZCP \| ZCW \| ZPP \| ZTP \| 302 \| 403 \| 507 \| 5AC \| 655 \| 6FL \| 752 \| 15' F80 M3 6MT \| Black Saphire \| Black Full \| ZEC \| ZLP \| 2VF \| 2VZ \| 5DL \| 688 \|
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