My new 335xi coupe!!

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 01:27 PM

I finally picked up my 335xi coupe! I'm very happy and impressed with the car overall!!!

Now, I know people post "worthless without pics"... and, since everyone posts the same pictures - I decided to post my 335 with its garage-mate.

Enjoy!

Sedan_Clan · 10-05-2007, 01:29 PM

Nice...and congrats.

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 01:29 PM

Here are a couple more... from the Ferrari point of view

abmw · 10-05-2007, 01:30 PM

Very nice! What options?

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by abmw

Very nice! What options?

I got:

Jet Black w/ brushed alum
Sports package
Comfort access
Heated seats
Park Distance control
HD Radio
iPod setup
BMW assist

japac1 · 10-05-2007, 01:45 PM

Gorgeous. (both of them). I really like the rims on the 08 xi. Nicer than my 07. Have fun!!

Turbomatic · 10-05-2007, 01:48 PM

Nice Ferrari. Congratulations on getting your xi coupe as well.

fizzle · 10-05-2007, 01:51 PM

beautiful! both the Ferrari and the BMW. Congrats!

Zirenz2006 · 10-05-2007, 01:54 PM

Nice!!

Potty_Pants · 10-05-2007, 01:56 PM

if the ferrari wasnt stock... its about time for a short shifter

magnum PI ride cool !

ppp

Josh49 · 10-05-2007, 02:17 PM

Congrats!! Incredible cars.. They look sharp next to each other..

The e92 looks like a monster next to the 308..

How do you like it so far?

lauer87 · 10-05-2007, 02:39 PM

Very nice looking! I like the brushed aluminum alot. Seeing pictures of your car makes me want mine so much more...only 4 more days.

raleedy · 10-05-2007, 03:16 PM

You must also have ZPP or leather seats, no?

daixloxbmw · 10-05-2007, 03:26 PM

nice plates on the 4RE.

klo · 10-05-2007, 03:30 PM

awesome, ive been searching all over to see some pics of the 335xi coupe - im assuming those are just the stock 17" wheels? It actually looks pretty sweet, the tire gap isnt bad at all! That was my main concern when I put an order down, but your car looks great... can you post some more pics?

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh49

Congrats!! Incredible cars.. They look sharp next to each other..

The e92 looks like a monster next to the 308..

How do you like it so far?

I'm incredibly pleased with the 335! Here are my initial impressions:

1. It's smooth (almost to the point of being boring). I've owned lots of sports cars - and the BMW is, by far, the most refined... but it sacrifices some of that "animal intensity" in that process.

2. I hate the clutch. I've been driving standards for 30 years... and I feel like a newbie with this one! It takes quite a bit of feathering and rev-matching to keep necks from snapping... I may be a candidate for the CDV mod I've seen on the boards.

3. This thing has an amazing power curve! Nice acceleration and almost zero turbo lag. It pulls strongly through all the gears and has a great exhaust note!

4. It handles nicely - although, honestly I haven't had a chance to push it yet - I suspect it will have the usual short-comings of most AWD cars... but, so far it feels tight, but I feel a bit disconnected from the road (as compared to the Ferrari)... the speed sensitive steering is a nice feature.

5. The stereo is really nice! It presents a crisp sound that I'm not accustomed to in a car system - the cabin really comes alive with the music and many of the subtleties of the music stand out!

6. Fit and finish of the car are wonderful. Nice solid engineering - none of the "plastic" feeling in the interior. Controls are logically placed and easy to navigate. Although, I'm not crazy about the turn signal + speed control... but, I'm sure I'll grow used to their placement and usage over time.

7. The PDC is a nice feature, although I would have preferred a visual to match the sound - to show actual proximity.

8. I love the headlights. Super bright and the adaptive feature is quite useful.

9. The sports seats are incredible! Now, I've read the debates about size and comfort... and I was a bit worried because I'm a big guy (6'0 and 220) - but I have to say these seats fit me perfectly! I'm very happy with them!

Those are my initial impressions... after only 100 miles. I'll post more after I've had a time to really get used to the car.

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Potty_Pants

if the ferrari wasnt stock... its about time for a short shifter

magnum PI ride cool !

ppp

The Ferrari only has 22k miles on it... and is nearly 100% original. Maybe once it reaches 60 or 70k I'll think about some mods...

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lauer87

Very nice looking! I like the brushed aluminum alot. Seeing pictures of your car makes me want mine so much more...only 4 more days.

Congratulations! You're going to LOVE it!

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by raleedy

You must also have ZPP or leather seats, no?

It has the leatherette interior. After reading the hundreds of posts debating the pros and cons of leather vs leatherette - I opted for the leatherette for the longevity and ease-of-ownership.

I've spent countless hours treating leather seats - and, quite frankly, I didn't want to have to rub cow hide on this car...

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by daixloxbmw

nice plates on the 4RE.

Thanks! I wanted to have WFH8SIT

but the state wouldn't allow H and 8 next to each other... go figure...

Mr. Nice Guy · 10-05-2007, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by klo

awesome, ive been searching all over to see some pics of the 335xi coupe - im assuming those are just the stock 17" wheels? It actually looks pretty sweet, the tire gap isnt bad at all! That was my main concern when I put an order down, but your car looks great... can you post some more pics?

Yes, stock 17's... I'm quite happy with the wheels! Tire gap is minimal w/o dropping the suspension...

I'll get some more pics tomorrow

M4TW · 10-05-2007, 05:35 PM

Can I drive your 'other' car while you're getting acquainted with the 335xi?

I think you'll be pleasantly surprised regarding the lack of expected shortcomings regarding the BMW AWD, but I'm anxious to read what you have to say once you get a chance to drive it faster/harder.

Lord knows these 335's, vixens that they are, like it hard and fast.

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