Just to introduce myself! (Former E92 M3 Owner)

MrLeeM3 · 07-03-2013, 11:47 AM

Hello All!

Decided it was time to part with my M3 and go with something a bit more "practical" for my daily!

Ended up picking up a Estoril Blue II 328i xDrive (M Sport) and I could NOT be happier! I've had her for almost 1 week and have already done some work and have parts on order!

M Performance Exhaust (should be @ the dealer on Friday)
M Performance Front lip (painted to match except the lower splitter)
M Performance Brake Kit (Red Calipers) ETA... August
3M 1080 CF Vinyl on the trim (could not justify $1000+ for the M Performance kit)
LED DRL's
Still deciding on wheels
Upgraded Halogen Low Beams (waiting for Oneighty to release Style 1 headlights)

TRYING TO SOURCE H&R SPRINGS! BUT H&R currently has them on backorder with NO date

Anyways... here are some pictures

-Chris

My Old M

The NEW!!!!

(I transfered my license plate... I'll be getting a new vanity plate soon so please don't flame me

)

One more pic... the CF wrap I did... sorry for crap quality... I was in the basement of a parking garage and was using my cell phone... looks AMAZING in person

I'll have more pic's up after mods!

Ryan9095 · 07-03-2013, 12:20 PM

Welcome Chris! Both cars look amazing. Congrats on the new one...glad you're loving it!

KevRyd · 07-03-2013, 12:23 PM

Welcome!

Frank_NJ · 07-03-2013, 12:25 PM

Welcome and enjoy the new ride!

Jamesons Viggen · 07-03-2013, 12:35 PM

There is a group buy in the suspension section for the H&R Springs.

The MPerformance suede / CF dash kit is as low as $690 free shipping on eBay from a BMW dealer. Hell no would I pay $1000 for it.

Maximus_850csi · 07-03-2013, 01:26 PM

Congrats on the new ride, :cheers: for the plate

MrLeeM3 · 07-03-2013, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jamesons Viggen

There is a group buy in the suspension section for the H&R Springs.

The MPerformance suede / CF dash kit is as low as $690 free shipping on eBay from a BMW dealer. Hell no would I pay $1000 for it.

found the kit on eBay for $650... thanks for the heads up!

E92Jay · 07-03-2013, 10:32 PM

Do you miss the E92? I am coming from one into the F30 due to a recent addition to the family, and not wanting to fill up every 250mls... Any way, car looks great, can't wait for mine to hit the shore!

Presario · 07-03-2013, 10:40 PM

Congrats on the new addition. Estoril is a such a sweet color. Happy modding!

MrLeeM3 · 07-03-2013, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E92Jay

Do you miss the E92? I am coming from one into the F30 due to a recent addition to the family, and not wanting to fill up every 250mls... Any way, car looks great, can't wait for mine to hit the shore!

Yes and no, I miss the power and just having a M3 I suppose... but the F30 quickly reminds me why I made the choice to switch and I could not be happier!

E92Jay · 07-04-2013, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrLeeM3

Yes and no, I miss the power and just having a M3 I suppose... but the F30 quickly reminds me why I made the choice to switch and I could not be happier!

Good to hear, I just couldn't rationalize the same gas mileage in a sedan (E90 M3) and paying for a used one to boot. I think this F30 335i is going to do nicely, I appreciate the insight!

sevenmxf · 07-04-2013, 06:56 PM

Congrats!

Enilder · 07-04-2013, 08:25 PM

How about some pictures of your GTR?

Did you consider 335i xdrive or S4? Coming from M3&GTR ownerships, it must've been very tempting to get the most out of the practical 4door.

SamS · 07-04-2013, 09:16 PM

Very nice.

I came from an E92 M3 as well. I miss the motor and the dynamics on some twisty roads, but the F30 is a great car for everyday. I don't miss the M3 interior, creaks/rattles and yellow DRLs. I sure hope I don't get tempted by an F80.. might be the best of both worlds!

E92Jay · 07-04-2013, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SamS

Very nice.

I came from an E92 M3 as well. I miss the motor and the dynamics on some twisty roads, but the F30 is a great car for everyday. I don't miss the M3 interior, creaks/rattles and yellow DRLs. I sure hope I don't get tempted by an F80.. might be the best of both worlds!

I loved my yellow DRL's!

I hope the F80 is ugly as hell, that way I won't want one...

MrLeeM3 · 07-06-2013, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Enilder

How about some pictures of your GTR?

Did you consider 335i xdrive or S4? Coming from M3&GTR ownerships, it must've been very tempting to get the most out of the practical 4door.

Here are a few pics... I hate going through them because it just depresses the hell out of me

Day I got her:

Various Pics in my driveway:

My Friend Sunny Posing:

ENJOY! Makes me sad to see it

haha

MrLeeM3 · 07-06-2013, 01:32 PM

Also, I would have picked up a 335 but for economy sake I decided on the 328i... I'm considering a 4 series with the N55 motor... but it will be a while before I do anything... maybe a 911 turbo? I just wanted a sexy daily that had some decent power and living in MI the XDrive will help A LOT (for a daily)!

KK328 · 07-08-2013, 03:01 PM

I love those pics

enjoy the f30 u love it

Enilder · 07-08-2013, 09:17 PM

Thanks for sharing! Maybe, you should pick up M4 couple years down the road

Poohbore · 07-08-2013, 10:09 PM

The GTR is looking great and Sunny too !!

MrLeeM3 · 07-08-2013, 10:22 PM

yeah M4 is definitely on the "lets see how things go" list haha

thanks for the kind words!

mashimarho · 07-09-2013, 08:27 AM

Welcome good ol' friend!
When are we having a meet!?

07-03-2013, 11:47 AM	#1
MrLeeM3 Private 7 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 M Sport Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: East Lansing, MI iTrader: (0)	Just to introduce myself! (Former E92 M3 Owner) Hello All! Decided it was time to part with my M3 and go with something a bit more "practical" for my daily! Ended up picking up a Estoril Blue II 328i xDrive (M Sport) and I could NOT be happier! I've had her for almost 1 week and have already done some work and have parts on order! M Performance Exhaust (should be @ the dealer on Friday) M Performance Front lip (painted to match except the lower splitter) M Performance Brake Kit (Red Calipers) ETA... August 3M 1080 CF Vinyl on the trim (could not justify $1000+ for the M Performance kit) LED DRL's Still deciding on wheels Upgraded Halogen Low Beams (waiting for Oneighty to release Style 1 headlights) TRYING TO SOURCE H&R SPRINGS! BUT H&R currently has them on backorder with NO date Anyways... here are some pictures -Chris My Old M The NEW!!!! (I transfered my license plate... I'll be getting a new vanity plate soon so please don't flame me ) One more pic... the CF wrap I did... sorry for crap quality... I was in the basement of a parking garage and was using my cell phone... looks AMAZING in person I'll have more pic's up after mods! __________________ Current:F30 M Sport/ 12' X3 Past: 08' E92 AW M3, 08' GT-R, 08' 135i, 07' E92 335i, 08' E93 335i, 00' Integra Type-R #420, 00' S2000, 93' Supra TT
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MrLeeM3 Private 7 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 M Sport Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: East Lansing, MI iTrader: (0)	Also, I would have picked up a 335 but for economy sake I decided on the 328i... I'm considering a 4 series with the N55 motor... but it will be a while before I do anything... maybe a 911 turbo? I just wanted a sexy daily that had some decent power and living in MI the XDrive will help A LOT (for a daily)! __________________ Current:F30 M Sport/ 12' X3 Past: 08' E92 AW M3, 08' GT-R, 08' 135i, 07' E92 335i, 08' E93 335i, 00' Integra Type-R #420, 00' S2000, 93' Supra TT
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MrLeeM3 Private 7 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 M Sport Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: East Lansing, MI iTrader: (0)	yeah M4 is definitely on the "lets see how things go" list haha thanks for the kind words! __________________ Current:F30 M Sport/ 12' X3 Past: 08' E92 AW M3, 08' GT-R, 08' 135i, 07' E92 335i, 08' E93 335i, 00' Integra Type-R #420, 00' S2000, 93' Supra TT
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