Introduction from a new e90 M3 owner in Portland, OR

pdx_m3r · 01-04-2016, 10:07 AM

Hello all,

My 2013 328i lease was up, so I finally got my dream car this weekend. I picked up this clean '08 e90 MDCT from our local dealership. Being a previous 535i and 328i owner, I'm happy to join the elite club of M owners.

I've debated on getting a new F80, but thought I could save a few bucks while enjoying the last of the naturally aspirated M3's. I'm sure my M journey is just beginning. I've even had to watch many videos this weekend to help this newbie out!

In any case, it's pretty stock at the moment, but love to do a couple of small mods to make it my own car. Tint, software update, black grill, etc. Does anyone have a referral for a good tuning shop in Portland or SW Portland? Also, any suggestions from recent newbies would be appreciated as well.

Here's a few pics of my car. It sat in the garage all weekend because it snowed yesterday and I'm not ready to do donuts yet! For now, I'll be driving the wifeys DD to work.

PS, Forgive me for not posting all the details, but once I figure out how to update my signature, I'll do that!.

K_style · 01-04-2016, 10:24 AM

Welcome !!!

I can't wait to go back to PDX... tired of NY winter...

pdx_m3r · 01-04-2016, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by K_style

Welcome !!!

I can't wait to go back to PDX... tired of NY winter...

Thanks! I just moved from Boston, so I feel ya. However, you know that we have a colder December than you, right now!

p-lethal · 01-04-2016, 10:27 AM

Welcome! First mod should be snow shoes!

Helmsman · 01-04-2016, 10:36 AM

Welcome man, car looks great!

Sephiroth · 01-04-2016, 10:42 AM

Looks good! I hope its not too cold out there, im headed there this friday.

Only tip i have for you is keep an extra quart of oil in the car, especially if you are taking the car on a long trip.

Richsocal12 · 01-04-2016, 10:44 AM

awesome man! Congrats

pdx_m3r · 01-04-2016, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by p-lethal

Welcome! First mod should be snow shoes!

Touché. Any suggestions for wheel/tire size?

davesaddiction · 01-04-2016, 11:54 AM

Congrats! She looks just like mine. =)

InnerBlueSkies · 01-04-2016, 12:56 PM

Welcome to the Silverstone Silver II club.

buddalun · 01-04-2016, 12:59 PM

Welcome!

To answer your question about shops:

In Portland AR Auto does excellent work. They know E9X M3s VERY well. Only folks I trust with my car in the metro area.

K_style · 01-04-2016, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by buddalun

Welcome!

To answer your question about shops:

In Portland AR Auto does excellent work. They know E9X M3s VERY well. Only folks I trust with my car in the metro area.

Just avoid PSI.... unless you consider yourself as a high profile client.

buddalun · 01-04-2016, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by K_style

Just avoid PSI.... unless you consider yourself as a high profile client.

What is PSI? A shop?

PrimeBMW · 01-04-2016, 02:50 PM

Welcome! By far AR Auto Service is your best bet in Portland. Check out Hooked On Driving if you plan to go to the track. BMW CCA Oregon region and Portland Cars and Coffee if you like social events.
Greg

delirium330 · 01-04-2016, 03:48 PM

Looks good, I ended up with Space Grey but Silverstone was the only other color I was considering.

Your to do list:

1: Push that passenger seat headrest back down! Now that you're a member of the club you should know that the 23rd rule of the club is that the passenger and driver seat's must be identically set, i.e. distance back/forward, seat tilt and headrest height.

2: Yes on the black kidney grills and tint, but do not be talked into changing the front orange reflectors to color matching. At most just change them to clear/white.
3: Replace all fluids depending on year/mileage. Check intervals for spark plugs, belts and filters. PM me if you want my Excel based intervals log.
4: Check for missing ///M stickers on your wheels.

Also, that scarecrow is creepy.

E90beemerfan · 01-04-2016, 04:38 PM

Congratulations! Very nice looking car. I did a similar move from a 2013 328i MT to a 2011 E92 M3 and could not be happier. Enjoy the fantastic car!

pshep138 · 01-04-2016, 04:42 PM

Gorgeous car, congrats.

Helmsman · 01-04-2016, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by delirium330

Looks good, I ended up with Space Grey but Silverstone was the only other color I was considering.

Your to do list:

1: Push that passenger seat headrest back down! Now that you're a member of the club you should know that the 23rd rule of the club is that the passenger and driver seat's must be identically set, i.e. distance back/forward, seat tilt and headrest height.

2: Yes on the black kidney grills and tint, but do not be talked into changing the front orange reflectors to color matching. At most just change them to clear/white.
3: Replace all fluids depending on year/mileage. Check intervals for spark plugs, belts and filters. PM me if you want my Excel based intervals log.
4: Check for missing ///M stickers on your wheels.

Also, that scarecrow is creepy.

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Denk · 01-04-2016, 05:32 PM

Congrats on the e90, great color! Which dealership did you find her? I highly recommend Highline Customs for your tinting. In addition to the black kidney's, maybe look into some IND painted reflectors...the stock exhaust has to go too, and...ok, it never ends.

izzyM2 · 01-04-2016, 08:01 PM

Beautiful just the way it is.

Chris_PDX · 01-04-2016, 09:58 PM

Congrats! Hope to see you around (It'll be dry and sunny this Saturday for C&C, hint hint).

I'll add my recommendation for AR Auto Service. Eddie and his crew will hook you up. For things like beyond mechanical maintenance/work (film, etc.) I recommend 503 Motoring.

pdx_m3r · 01-04-2016, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris_PDX

Congrats! Hope to see you around (It'll be dry and sunny this Saturday for C&C, hint hint).

I'll add my recommendation for AR Auto Service. Eddie and his crew will hook you up. For things like beyond mechanical maintenance/work (film, etc.) I recommend 503 Motoring.

Thanks for the recommendations. I'll be sure to check them out.

What's C&C? Lol

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pdx_m3r First Lieutenant 166 Rep 332 Posts Drives: 23 M2 G87 \| 08 E90 \| 16 F80 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Introduction from a new e90 M3 owner in Portland, OR Hello all, My 2013 328i lease was up, so I finally got my dream car this weekend. I picked up this clean '08 e90 MDCT from our local dealership. Being a previous 535i and 328i owner, I'm happy to join the elite club of M owners. I've debated on getting a new F80, but thought I could save a few bucks while enjoying the last of the naturally aspirated M3's. I'm sure my M journey is just beginning. I've even had to watch many videos this weekend to help this newbie out! In any case, it's pretty stock at the moment, but love to do a couple of small mods to make it my own car. Tint, software update, black grill, etc. Does anyone have a referral for a good tuning shop in Portland or SW Portland? Also, any suggestions from recent newbies would be appreciated as well. Here's a few pics of my car. It sat in the garage all weekend because it snowed yesterday and I'm not ready to do donuts yet! For now, I'll be driving the wifeys DD to work. PS, Forgive me for not posting all the details, but once I figure out how to update my signature, I'll do that!. Attached Images
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PrimeBMW Major 662 Rep 1,424 Posts Drives: E46 M3+S62, E92 M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Welcome! By far AR Auto Service is your best bet in Portland. Check out Hooked On Driving if you plan to go to the track. BMW CCA Oregon region and Portland Cars and Coffee if you like social events. Greg
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delirium330 First Lieutenant 205 Rep 330 Posts Drives: 2010 E92 M3 3 Pedals Join Date: May 2015 Location: West Coast iTrader: (0)	Looks good, I ended up with Space Grey but Silverstone was the only other color I was considering. Your to do list: 1: Push that passenger seat headrest back down! Now that you're a member of the club you should know that the 23rd rule of the club is that the passenger and driver seat's must be identically set, i.e. distance back/forward, seat tilt and headrest height. 2: Yes on the black kidney grills and tint, but do not be talked into changing the front orange reflectors to color matching. At most just change them to clear/white. 3: Replace all fluids depending on year/mileage. Check intervals for spark plugs, belts and filters. PM me if you want my Excel based intervals log. 4: Check for missing ///M stickers on your wheels. Also, that scarecrow is creepy. Last edited by delirium330; 01-04-2016 at 03:54 PM..
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E90beemerfan Private First Class 85 Rep 187 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 SY M3 DCT, 2020 X7 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Home iTrader: (0)	Congratulations! Very nice looking car. I did a similar move from a 2013 328i MT to a 2011 E92 M3 and could not be happier. Enjoy the fantastic car!
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Denk Brigadier General 1006 Rep 3,341 Posts Drives: 2021 X5M Join Date: May 2011 Location: PNW iTrader: (2)	Congrats on the e90, great color! Which dealership did you find her? I highly recommend Highline Customs for your tinting. In addition to the black kidney's, maybe look into some IND painted reflectors...the stock exhaust has to go too, and...ok, it never ends.
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Chris_PDX Lieutenant 337 Rep 407 Posts Drives: E92 M3, E46 M3, NA Miata Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0) Garage List 2002 BMW M3 [0.00] 2012 BMW M3 Coupe [0.00]	Congrats! Hope to see you around (It'll be dry and sunny this Saturday for C&C, hint hint). I'll add my recommendation for AR Auto Service. Eddie and his crew will hook you up. For things like beyond mechanical maintenance/work (film, etc.) I recommend 503 Motoring.
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