Collected my M3 this morning

13eastie · 11-08-2007, 06:44 AM

I picked up my car from the dealer this morning - update to follow...

///MWA · 11-08-2007, 06:48 AM

aerisolphaln · 11-08-2007, 07:03 AM

Can't wait to see and read....

mkoesel · 11-08-2007, 07:21 AM

Congrats Beastie!

lucid · 11-08-2007, 07:22 AM

Knock yourself out Eastie!

If I remember correctly, you ordered Jerez/Black. I'd be interested in hearing another opinion on how the roof goes with Jerez.

savage.ulm1 · 11-08-2007, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucid

Knock yourself out Eastie!

If I remember correctly, you ordered Jerez/Black. I'd be interested in hearing another opinion on how the roof goes with Jerez.

He can't reply now....too busy to drive her....

Epacy · 11-08-2007, 08:42 AM

The torture!!

2002 Tii · 11-08-2007, 08:46 AM

Congatulation, drive fast and safe!

AidenL · 11-08-2007, 09:13 AM

Congrats and good luck with it

paulyd · 11-08-2007, 10:02 AM

Awww what a tease!! :sad0147:

squeezebm · 11-08-2007, 10:29 AM

you can't just leave us like that!!! FFS

mkoesel · 11-08-2007, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucid

Knock yourself out Eastie!

Eastie? I always assumed he was using the 13 for a leet-speak "B"?

NavNurs · 11-08-2007, 10:41 AM

Drive fast and take chances. Remember, it is better to burn out than to fade away!

phoenixbmwlife · 11-08-2007, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///MWA

lol Give the guy a break. Let him enjoy his car first

We're waiting for an update with details and pictures and video if all possible. Congrats!

Mx3 · 11-08-2007, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Epacy

The torture!!

+1

UltimateBMW · 11-08-2007, 02:48 PM

Can't wait to see the pics/review. You should call in sick tomorrow and give yourself a nice long weekend to break her in and enjoy the moment of being a new owner. Congrats!

1198r · 11-08-2007, 03:30 PM

enjoy cause I AM!

gadget · 11-08-2007, 03:34 PM

now all we need is for you to post lots of

for us to enjoy

Phoenix 21st · 11-09-2007, 06:22 AM

congrats!, do i still get that ride you promised? Please!

Gadgetman · 11-09-2007, 08:04 AM

Congratulations!

Yes do post some pictures and what options you opted for.

13eastie · 11-09-2007, 02:31 PM

I've posted a few photos here

Apologies for the delay in updating you - I was preoccupied yesterday...

Although the borough council kindly resurfaced the road outside my apartment especially for my new car, yesterday was pretty frustrating. I didn't get a chance to drive out of town. It was a bit like taking a boistrous dog for a walk and not letting him off the lead. It also pissed it down with rain before I could take any photos, so you'll probably never get to see how clean it was...

I had to get a tracker fitted this morning, but I got a good drive in this afternoon after a detour to Richmond Park to take some pics.

I'll post a proper report when I've collected my thoughts, but for the time being:

1) Aesthetics - It's not a stunner (I cannot stand the hideous powerdome, which seems to occupy half the driver's view), but I'm delighted (after having serious doubts) with Jerez Black, which despite being completely un-photogenic, looks great in the flesh - the colour changes in the light from being an almost jet black in the sun to a rich indigo under fluorescent lights: it's awesome. The car looks very aggressive compared to the other M-cars parked in my building - a matter of taste, really.

2) Driving Impressions - The car has not yielded any real surprises. It delights in the areas we expected and I also feel there is more than a grain of truth in some of the criticisms we've heard levvied at it. I've done 250 miles today (urban, countryside and motorway) and have noticed the gear-shift ease up considerably. It's been very difficult to stick to my own policy of taking it easy while running it in - the engine is an absolute gem and its noise, while not up to supercar volume levels, is both seductive and addictive. Suffice is to say I've already tested virtually all the settings and electronic driver aids and I'll give you a proper account in due course. No problems at all and (if the guage is to be believed) all the oil they gave me is still in the car.

3) Owner Tips - Take your credit card everywhere you go. It's very thirsty!

ILC32 · 11-09-2007, 02:35 PM

Congratulations! Enjoy it in good health!

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13eastie Lieutenant 35 Rep 563 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: London iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 M3 Coupé S ... [0.00]	Update and Photos: I've posted a few photos here Apologies for the delay in updating you - I was preoccupied yesterday... Although the borough council kindly resurfaced the road outside my apartment especially for my new car, yesterday was pretty frustrating. I didn't get a chance to drive out of town. It was a bit like taking a boistrous dog for a walk and not letting him off the lead. It also pissed it down with rain before I could take any photos, so you'll probably never get to see how clean it was... I had to get a tracker fitted this morning, but I got a good drive in this afternoon after a detour to Richmond Park to take some pics. I'll post a proper report when I've collected my thoughts, but for the time being: 1) Aesthetics - It's not a stunner (I cannot stand the hideous powerdome, which seems to occupy half the driver's view), but I'm delighted (after having serious doubts) with Jerez Black, which despite being completely un-photogenic, looks great in the flesh - the colour changes in the light from being an almost jet black in the sun to a rich indigo under fluorescent lights: it's awesome. The car looks very aggressive compared to the other M-cars parked in my building - a matter of taste, really. 2) Driving Impressions - The car has not yielded any real surprises. It delights in the areas we expected and I also feel there is more than a grain of truth in some of the criticisms we've heard levvied at it. I've done 250 miles today (urban, countryside and motorway) and have noticed the gear-shift ease up considerably. It's been very difficult to stick to my own policy of taking it easy while running it in - the engine is an absolute gem and its noise, while not up to supercar volume levels, is both seductive and addictive. Suffice is to say I've already tested virtually all the settings and electronic driver aids and I'll give you a proper account in due course. No problems at all and (if the guage is to be believed) all the oil they gave me is still in the car. 3) Owner Tips - Take your credit card everywhere you go. It's very thirsty! Attached Images
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