First BMW

pimp4cheddar · 08-15-2011, 09:13 AM

Hey folks,

Just wanted to swing in and say hello...

I recently traded in my 2008 VW Passat for a 2009 BMW 335i Coupe...and I'm loving it.

I found a smoking deal on this car as it only had 16k on the speedo. It a 6speed and has the sports pack, convenience pack, comfort access pack, logic 7 and 19inch wheels (which I'll probably be selling as I want 18's).

It's only been a few days...but the itch to mod has begun!

I'm just happy to join the family...

Only pic I have so far:

EDIT: New Pics I snapped today:

DdotRoq · 08-15-2011, 09:52 AM

Must-have mod: JB4 or Cobb Accessport!

pimp4cheddar · 08-15-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by DdotRoq

Must-have mod: JB4 or Cobb Accessport!

LOL...I'm already planning.

I will probably end up buying a GIAC chip...as a friend of mine has a shop that carries that software.

I'm actually debating if I should keep the 19's or sell them with tires and pick up a pair of 18's.

I remember reading that there was a pretty large group of e90'ers near UCF...

Coming from a VW...this car is completely different and will require a lot more learning!

ianbiz · 08-15-2011, 10:49 AM

Congrats! Welcome to the forums!

E90PAT · 08-15-2011, 10:50 AM

welcome brotha

tphaeng · 08-15-2011, 12:13 PM

welcome!

F06msportmia · 08-15-2011, 02:02 PM

Welcome to the "C L U B"!

TomBMW · 08-15-2011, 02:33 PM

Are you sayin he's black?

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90PAT

welcome brotha

nOshi · 08-15-2011, 06:04 PM

welcome nice ride !

IFX · 08-15-2011, 06:52 PM

lol nice pic with the past and the future.

enjoy it.

LimeMike · 08-15-2011, 07:04 PM

very nice bro.. welcome!

sean8c4 · 08-15-2011, 07:26 PM

what does a chip do to the car interested in learning something new?

pimp4cheddar · 08-16-2011, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by sean8c4

what does a chip do to the car interested in learning something new?

Remaps your car. Typically affecting your turbos and fuel. Might want to do a quick search on it...

Thanks for the warm welcome folks!

JStang · 08-16-2011, 07:52 AM

Sparkling Graphite in it's virgin form. No de-virginize that thing!

benzo23 · 08-16-2011, 09:01 AM

The 19's you have on there are sick id keep them, not like the roads are that bad over there in the O

pimp4cheddar · 08-16-2011, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JStang

Sparkling Graphite in it's virgin form. No de-virginize that thing!

No Graphite over here...

It's Mojave Metallic!

I've been looking for a 335i for about 8 months now...and this is the first Mojave E92 I've seen in Florida! Lucky everything worked out as once I saw the car in person...I was hooked!

I actually haven't seen one modded on here either...so this should be fun! I've looked through all the Official Color Threads...and I couldn't find anyone with one.

It's a great color. Looks like a dark champagne mixed with brown mixed with purple. It's extremely hard to capture the color on my cell...so the picture is deceiving.

Better picture of the color:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ghlight=mojave

pimp4cheddar · 08-16-2011, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by benzo23

The 19's you have on there are sick id keep them, not like the roads are that bad over there in the O

Thanks dude.

I love the wheels...but I tend to hit all the bumps when I drive and I figured I'll end up cracking a wheel.

Also...I want to drop it...so I'm still deciding between springs vs coils.

Also...have you seen the price for wheels!!!

Tirerack.com wants $1,500 for wheels and I'm guessing the dealership wants over $2k for a set! My wife is going to flip when she finds out!

I mean...my Passat was lowered on 17's so I was spending $600 for a nice set of wheels! LOL.

benzo23 · 08-16-2011, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by pimp4cheddar

Thanks dude.

I love the wheels...but I tend to hit all the bumps when I drive and I figured I'll end up cracking a wheel.

Also...I want to drop it...so I'm still deciding between springs vs coils.

Also...have you seen the price for wheels!!!

Tirerack.com wants $1,500 for wheels and I'm guessing the dealership wants over $2k for a set! My wife is going to flip when she finds out!

I mean...my Passat was lowered on 17's so I was spending $600 for a nice set of wheels! LOL.

VW is a poor mans excuse for a german car my friend lol...if you plan on having the car for the long haul id suggest coil overs and a nice set of 18's since you dont seem comfortable with the 19's which is understandable...Ive got a clean set of 189's with brand new rear tires but no TPMS on my car now if youd ever want to think about swapping over, 19s dont bother me a bit plus i dont drive that much anyways. Also have a set of 17's too but i dont think youd have a need for those

JStang · 08-16-2011, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pimp4cheddar

No Graphite over here...

It's Mojave Metallic!

I've been looking for a 335i for about 8 months now...and this is the first Mojave E92 I've seen in Florida! Lucky everything worked out as once I saw the car in person...I was hooked!

I actually haven't seen one modded on here either...so this should be fun! I've looked through all the Official Color Threads...and I couldn't find anyone with one.

It's a great color. Looks like a dark champagne mixed with brown mixed with purple. It's extremely hard to capture the color on my cell...so the picture is deceiving.

Better picture of the color:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ghlight=mojave

Definitely a unique color.

werke-t · 08-16-2011, 11:03 AM

Looks like a great car,

but from your pics it looks like you have OEM 189s. which are 18's not 19's

Enjoy it!

GET A TUNE!

pimp4cheddar · 08-16-2011, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by werke-t

Looks like a great car,

but from your pics it looks like you have OEM 189s. which are 18's not 19's

Enjoy it!

GET A TUNE!

They're actually Style 230 (5 starspoke).

I'll post some pics in a little showing more of the car!

GIAC chip is coming! Thanks dude!

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werke-t Captain 47 Rep 731 Posts Drives: 2020 X3M Competition Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sarasota, FL iTrader: (5)	Looks like a great car, but from your pics it looks like you have OEM 189s. which are 18's not 19's Enjoy it! GET A TUNE!
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