Finally picked her up- 428i GC Champagne Quartz

UK_ · 03-13-2016, 08:31 AM

So we finally picked her up yesterday. Dealer was asked not to clean the car and they duly obliged (although found it strange). I spent 3 hours with the snow foam and detailing clay and am happy with the results. A few minor paint blemishes that the dealer said they will rectify so we will see what this week brings but not going to let it spoil the overall experience.

First impressions:
1. I love the 428 engine, I know it is only a 4 cyl and in no way compares to a straight 6, but it really has some punch and a lovely noise
2. Glad I want for adaptive dampers, I was cringing about driving over potholes that shakes that the M4 just doesn't like, the 428 though was very smooth on uneven surfaces. (I suspect the standard suspension set up is pretty good too)
3. Sliding cup holder - why did it take you so long BMW?
4. Full leather dash / seats are lovely
5. Comfort Access party trick with closing the boot with a foot swipe - not necessary in anyway but highly amusing.
6. Finally - the colour - whilst it can seem a bit beige if no sun around, the paint flecks and colour depth are incredible.

Overall, a lovely car and I can see why there are so many fans of the 4GC.

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TB_330i · 03-13-2016, 08:49 AM

Looks great! The colour is brill, definitely looks better in photos / in person compared to configurator. Congrats!

UK_ · 03-13-2016, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by TB_330i

Looks great! The colour is brill, definitely looks better in photos / in person compared to configurator. Congrats!

Thank you. My opinion on the configurator is that they really need some real
pics of cars and colours on there, I think this forum could help
them!

TB_330i · 03-13-2016, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by UK_

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Originally Posted by TB_330i

Looks great! The colour is brill, definitely looks better in photos / in person compared to configurator. Congrats!

Thank you. My opinion on the configurator is that they really need some real
pics of cars and colours on there, I think this forum could help
them!

Yep there's the pdf knocking about with all the individual options with real world car pictures. Tbh, best to pick a colour and Google it but obviously most casual buyers not that fussed.

Felt the configurator made your colour look more brown than it is and also didn't communicate the depth and contrast you get in the sun. Looks stunning! Here's hoping TB is as good in the sun

Ham1 · 03-13-2016, 08:57 AM

What a nice colour combination! I am really taking a liking to the champagne quartz, it's such a unique colour that it's difficult to describe what colour it actually is. If I had to reorder my 435d I would go for the quartz no doubt!

UK_ · 03-13-2016, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Ham1

What a nice colour combination! I am really taking a liking to the champagne quartz, it's such a unique colour that it's difficult to describe what colour it actually is. If I had to reorder my 435d I would go for the quartz no doubt!

The DVLA call it beige - how rude!

JustChris · 03-13-2016, 09:53 AM

Beautiful car and finish, not my colour for a sporty car, but I can see the appeal of the shade is to your liking. Very very well spec'd car congrats!!

zooberoo · 03-13-2016, 10:10 AM

Nice colour combination. It looks much better in your photos that it does on the configurator.

The blue car in the garage is rather nice too.

Postcab · 03-13-2016, 10:11 AM

Lovely looking car - congrats.

I saw this colour at the Geneva Motor Show on Friday - it was stunning under the strong lighting, so it will look even better in the sun.

BMW seemed to have a lot of their Individual colours on show, so they must be trying to promote them.

AdmiralGant · 03-13-2016, 10:26 AM

Looks great - nice wheels too

philiper1 · 03-13-2016, 10:31 AM

Congratulations once again, beautiful combo

Dadwhitey · 03-13-2016, 10:58 AM

Love the interior colour , even the lower dash .
Must be one of few who quite like the dash like that

Wills2 · 03-13-2016, 11:11 AM

Looks lovely inside and out, love the dash.

UK_ · 03-13-2016, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Dadwhitey

Love the interior colour , even the lower dash .
Must be one of few who quite like the dash like that

I like it too:-)

Thanks for all your positive comments. Also liking the Online Entertainemt, I was a bit sceptical it would a waste of money but the wife can find all her questionable favourite songs - oh dear.

S1NGH · 03-13-2016, 11:29 AM

Great colour on a nice car, enjoy it.

Rich9600 · 03-13-2016, 11:36 AM

A great looking motor all round. Very classy.

Enjoy.

gtsussex · 03-13-2016, 11:41 AM

Have to say that just absolutely works. Suits the car perfectly and your selection of interior is superb. I honestly never thought I'd say that about that colour.

As has been said, it's very classy indeed.

UK_ · 03-13-2016, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by gtsussex

Have to say that just absolutely works. Suits the car perfectly and your selection of interior is superb. I honestly never thought I'd say that about that colour.

As has been said, it's very classy indeed.

Thanks Guy, how is your car going? Have you got the M3 yet?

Andrewthefirst · 03-13-2016, 11:57 AM

Great pics, op.

Congrats.

edz_f06 · 03-13-2016, 12:00 PM

Looks fab, enjoy

gtsussex · 03-13-2016, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by UK_

Thanks Guy, how is your car going? Have you got the M3 yet?

April 18th apparently. Goes into build tomorrow. Thought individual delayed things but nothing compared to individual AND competition package

UK_ · 03-13-2016, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by gtsussex

April 18th apparently. Goes into build tomorrow. Thought individual delayed things but nothing compared to individual AND competition package

Nice, what colour did you go for? I am not sure about the comp pack wheels so will be interested in your pics.

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UK_ Captain 194 Rep 656 Posts Drives: 911 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Finally picked her up- 428i GC Champagne Quartz So we finally picked her up yesterday. Dealer was asked not to clean the car and they duly obliged (although found it strange). I spent 3 hours with the snow foam and detailing clay and am happy with the results. A few minor paint blemishes that the dealer said they will rectify so we will see what this week brings but not going to let it spoil the overall experience. First impressions: 1. I love the 428 engine, I know it is only a 4 cyl and in no way compares to a straight 6, but it really has some punch and a lovely noise 2. Glad I want for adaptive dampers, I was cringing about driving over potholes that shakes that the M4 just doesn't like, the 428 though was very smooth on uneven surfaces. (I suspect the standard suspension set up is pretty good too) 3. Sliding cup holder - why did it take you so long BMW? 4. Full leather dash / seats are lovely 5. Comfort Access party trick with closing the boot with a foot swipe - not necessary in anyway but highly amusing. 6. Finally - the colour - whilst it can seem a bit beige if no sun around, the paint flecks and colour depth are incredible. Overall, a lovely car and I can see why there are so many fans of the 4GC. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] __________________ Current - 991 C4S; X3 M40i, '94 UK Supra auto and ‘93 UK suora Manual; ‘99 840ci Sport Gone but not forgotten - 320i xdrive Msport; M4 Convertible; 991 C2S
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TB_330i Private First Class 24 Rep 168 Posts Drives: '16 F30 330i Tanzanite Blue Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Looks great! The colour is brill, definitely looks better in photos / in person compared to configurator. Congrats!
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Ham1 Private First Class 27 Rep 107 Posts Drives: N/a Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Cardiff iTrader: (0)	What a nice colour combination! I am really taking a liking to the champagne quartz, it's such a unique colour that it's difficult to describe what colour it actually is. If I had to reorder my 435d I would go for the quartz no doubt!
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JustChris General 17488 Rep 25,115 Posts Drives: Tesla MYRWD Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Beautiful car and finish, not my colour for a sporty car, but I can see the appeal of the shade is to your liking. Very very well spec'd car congrats!! __________________ My car made front page of Bimmerpost
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zooberoo Lieutenant 169 Rep 446 Posts Drives: F87 M2C HS Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Cotswolds iTrader: (0)	Nice colour combination. It looks much better in your photos that it does on the configurator. The blue car in the garage is rather nice too. __________________ Current: '71 Tesla M3P. Previous: F87 M2 Comp, F80 M4.
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Postcab Lieutenant 121 Rep 419 Posts Drives: Jag XE Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Lovely looking car - congrats. I saw this colour at the Geneva Motor Show on Friday - it was stunning under the strong lighting, so it will look even better in the sun. BMW seemed to have a lot of their Individual colours on show, so they must be trying to promote them.
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