2001 BMW 3 Series Consumer Discussions Page 9

BMW 335i 2007+

Re: New E90 335i owner [nkeen]

Written by: habitat1 on Jan 30, 2007 03:51 AM

"The US market car with ZSP is limited to 150 mph, rather than 155 mph/250 kph for the European car (UK SE trim)......My point is that BMW and others ought to stop shortchanging US market buyers. But in a culture where some people will go running to a lawyer to redress any perceived grievance, the manufacturers' cynicism is understandable." What isn't understandable, ... Read More...

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

Re: sedan statistics game [designman]

Written by: habitat1 on Jan 12, 2007 01:42 PM

"If you really want a good feel for what has become of this, try a 996 911 with 17s, then a 997 911 that is bling laden with 19s, both with and without the electronic damping they call PASM." Bling laden? :surprise: Those are fighting words! :mad: Seriously though, my (bling-less) 2005 911S w/ 19" wheels and 295/30 series rear tires does not ride much harsher (with ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series Maintenance and Repair

Re: NEARLY FLAWLESS, BUT TOTALLY FRUSTRATING! [vinnyny]

Written by: ahmadm on Jan 11, 2007 11:40 AM

Vinnyny, I also own a 2004 CiC and so far have not been able to get the VOB of Rockville, Maryland fix the squeeling noise problem when putting the car in gear after a cold start (overnight or if the car has not been driven for few days). Another one that they said they fixed but remains a problem is a rattle that I hear when the soft top is up. I also own a 2001 MB 320, and I ... Read More...

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

Re: Chips. readerreader......... [joe131]

Written by: blueguydotcom on Jan 01, 2007 03:33 PM

And then after that new M3 comes out with the V-10, some chip company will come out with a chip to increase its horsepower too, right?And then I'll pose the same question: Why didn't BMW just put the higher performance chip into it in the first place if increased performance is so easy? Emissions, an ability to offer more performance easily later on, a decision not ... Read More...

BMW 3-Series: FAQ

Re: 2001 BMW 325i pre-wired cellphone connection [Mr_Shiftright]

Written by: bmw_123 on Dec 30, 2006 00:08 PM

Thanks, will do. -Sam. Read More...

Re: 2001 BMW 325i pre-wired cellphone connection [bmw_123]

Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Dec 29, 2006 08:30 AM

I think you need some kind of transmitter kit. I'd call the BMW parts department on this one. Read More...

2001 BMW 325i pre-wired cellphone connection

Written by: bmw_123 on Dec 28, 2006 10:50 PM

Hello, I would like to find out how i can couple my cell phone (motorola with bluetooth) with my 2001 BMW 325i, I see that it has arrangements to do so (pre-wiring), but im not sure if it needs anything extra also to make it work. Any input would be much appriciated. Thanks, Sam. Read More...

BMW 3-Series Run Flat Tires

New Tire Aging Test - NHTSA

Written by: circlew on Dec 25, 2006 06:58 AM

Here is an excerpt from an article describing a new aging standard for tires next year: Tire durability has been a matter of intense scrutiny since the widespread failures of Firestone tires on Ford Explorers that came to light in 2000. The widely-publicized tire recalls in 2000 and 2001 were sparked by a spate of rollover accidents that killed an estimated 270 ... Read More...

Audi A4 Avant vs. BMW 3-Series Wagon vs. Mercedes C-Class Wagon

Re: Audi A4 Avant vs. BMW 3-Series Wagon vs. Mercedes C - Class Wagon [bruc

Written by: nevcool on Dec 11, 2006 03:39 PM

I'm also in the market to trade in my 2001 330xi for either a 2007 328xit or a 2007 X3. i have a 4yr old and a 7 month old. I also put in some fairly long drives visiting clients for work. Does anyone have any thoughts? My pro's and cons for each are as follows. 328xit Pro - better Navigation system with Traffic Updates - Easier to Park - Sportier, less body roll Con - Lousy ... Read More...

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

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Written by: plekto on Dec 05, 2006 07:20 AM

Well, this I know. ;) A 2004 RX-8 is closer to $12K if you shop around, but first year cars are problematic. $15K can be had with some haggling on a 2005, though. Los Angeles is great that way - most everything sells for low trade-in(but dealers give you auction for trade-in as a result) I searched nationwide on three databases and found *one* S500 Coupe from the mid ... Read More...