[buckeyesi]

Just came back from the dealer. They had both the 28i and 35i for test drives. Sorry, no pics.

Like a couple other reviews here, the ride is firm, yet very comfortable and smooth. I played with the suspension settings and even on Sport+ the ride is well damped. The demo had the 18" wheels so with 19's it'll be a touch firmer but compared to my M3 I think it'll still be more comfortable than the Comfort setting. The 8-speed transmission is smooth and shifts are pretty quick. Manual shifts with the paddles are quick both up and down. The cabin is pretty quiet. I wouldn't mind more exhaust note inside but I guess I'm used to my M3.

I placed my order and will be picking up at the Performance Center probably in mid-February; a nice Valentine's and birthday present for my wife. I negotiated $700 off, not ideal but not bad considering it's a new model that hasn't even been "officially" released yet.

xDrive35i

Alpine White
Black Nevada Leather
Brushed Aluminum Trim
Convenience Pkg
Dynamic Handling Pkg
Sport Activity Pkg
Technology Pkg
Premium Pkg
19" 309 alloys
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel
Smartphone Integration
Premium Hi-fi
MSRP: $54,690