My 328i Coupe

[Radi0active Man]

I rarely create threads on this forum anymore, so this will be my one for the year. :gap: So, after 72 days of waiting (placed order on March 28th) I finally picked up my new car. I still have the Celica, which I plan on restoring to "like new" condition at which point I'll sell it away. Anyway, on to the new car:

2007 Montego Blue BMW 328i Coupe 6MT
-Black leatherette/Gray Poplar wood interior
-Sport Package
-Logic7 Premium Sound
-iPod USB integration
-Power rear sunshade

http://www.newcelica.org/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0599.jpg
http://www.newcelica.org/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0598.jpg
http://www.newcelica.org/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0597.jpg
http://www.newcelica.org/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0600.jpg

[GTsRasta]

Niceeeeeeeeeeeeee!!! Congrats!!!

[2way]

Nice color.
Enjoy!

[KrysyGT]

Congrats! Great color choice :-) Can't wait to see it in person!

[d3im05]

Congrats! real nice, bro! What do you plan on doing to it?

[S|Lv3rBu||et]

Nice Mark, very nice.... :thumbup:

[MiaCeli02]

NICE...The ultimate driving machine...I had a 323 E46. My favorite car by far of all that Ive had

[Radi0active Man]

Thanks guys, I'm absolutely loving it...but it's DAMN hard keeping it under 4kRPM for the break-in (redline is 7000)!

I guess I really am a bass-junkie, the premium sound system just isn't cutting it. Fortunately I have a JL Audio W7 & amp waiting for me inside the Celica... :thumbup:

[S|Lv3rBu||et]

I guess I really am a bass-junkie, the premium sound system just isn't cutting it. Fortunately I have a JL Audio W7 & amp waiting for me inside the Celica...


The challenge will be to integrate the sub into the BMW system so that it not only looks good, but sounds good.

[swyn]

very nice, good choice :)

[j.celica]

congrats on the new car!

[rotchcrocket04]

Beautiful car Mark, nice choice! :thumbup:

[Izzy2k]

how are the payments lookin? how much per month?

[TRD StreetRacing]

BIG sigh :sadpace:

[Radi0active Man]

how are the payments lookin? how much per month?
$9.99/mo
BIG sigh :sadpace:
I can still bring the Celica to Seaside if you want... :gap:

[twistedGTS]

nice :thumbup:

[TW00Si]

Looks nice. Would've gone with the same color too.

[TRD StreetRacing]

I can still bring the Celica to Seaside if you want... :gap:

you bring the celi and i'll bring my M5 ;)

http://www.newcelica.org/photopost/data/500/medium/full.jpg

[wtcnbrwndo4u]

Torque FTW! Nice upgrade.

[pnoygts]

clean

[emocrab]

Nice lookin Beemer!

[MiaCeli02]

The challenge will be to integrate the sub into the BMW system so that it not only looks good, but sounds good.


Trust me...Its no challenge at all. THey already fabricate a fiberglass subwoofer enclosure that sits nicely in the corner fot the car near the tail lights. They sell it at
www.bavauto.com Go there to get your free catalog.

[Radi0active Man]

Meh, I don't really care how the trunk looks. I was just gonna plop in this bad boy:

http://www.newcelica.org/photopost/data/500/medium/11977smIMG_0087.jpg

[speedeeGTS]

Very nice Mark! I say bring that to the meet. F the Celica!

[vin2490]

nice car....i dont know you but when u gnna let me test drive... :gap:

[TRD StreetRacing]

Very nice Mark! I say bring that to the meet. F the Celica!

now now matt......i'm the only 1 that can bash the celi :fawk:

[Tikked Again]

Speaking of BMWs I drove a 3.0i Z3 Wednesday.

Didn't enjoy it, particularly the drive by wire. However, I was amused by the fact it felt smaller than my Spyder.

[Radi0active Man]

However, I was amused by the fact it felt smaller than my Spyder.
That was the main reason I ruled out the Z4, it was just too small for me...

[Izzy2k]

how are the payments lookin? how much per month?
$9.99/mo
BIG sigh :sadpace:
I can still bring the Celica to Seaside if you want... :gap:


Whats with the stupid responses. Y make these threads if ur gonna be a prick. Enjoy ur car.

[absolut impreza]

Whats with the stupid responses. Y make these threads if ur gonna be a prick. Enjoy ur car.

I don't think he's being a prick, I think it's rude when people ask, "What'd ya pay for that?"
Are you making the payments? No? Then I guess it's not your business.

Nice ride man, I haven't seen too many coupes runnin around, just sedans.

[matadorgts]

$9.99/mo
BIG sigh :sadpace:
I can still bring the Celica to Seaside if you want... :gap:


Whats with the stupid responses. Y make these threads if ur gonna be a prick. Enjoy ur car.



Obviously you don't know Mark very well..lol. Nice ride Mark, I can't wait to see it.

[Radi0active Man]

Whats with the stupid responses. Y make these threads if ur gonna be a prick. Enjoy ur car.
:faint:
I don't think he's being a prick, I think it's rude when people ask, "What'd ya pay for that?"
Are you making the payments? No? Then I guess it's not your business.

Nice ride man, I haven't seen too many coupes runnin around, just sedans.
Thank you!
Obviously you don't know Mark very well..lol. Nice ride Mark, I can't wait to see it.
:fawk:

It's just a warm-up of what will soon be in your driveway... ;)

[matadorgts]

It's just a warm-up of what will soon be in your driveway... ;)


Man I can't wait, I'm trying to save as much as I can for the down payment.

[GTsRasta]

Man I can't wait, I'm trying to save as much as I can for the down payment.

SHOT FIRST RIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[Izzy2k]

Whats with the stupid responses. Y make these threads if ur gonna be a prick. Enjoy ur car.

I don't think he's being a prick, I think it's rude when people ask, "What'd ya pay for that?"
Are you making the payments? No? Then I guess it's not your business.

Nice ride man, I haven't seen too many coupes runnin around, just sedans.

STFU. I didnt ask how much he paid. I asked for specific monthly payments. Normal question on a car forum. Reason being because I was calculating that when I was actually interested in the coupe and contemplating keeping my celica.

[MiaCeli02]

However, I was amused by the fact it felt smaller than my Spyder.
That was the main reason I ruled out the Z4, it was just too small for me...


Mark, Yeah the Z4 would be no good for you. My ex drove a Z3 and it was too tight for me. Id always bang my head on the top when getting in and out of the car. And being inside it felt too cramped and Im only 5'11". I did love how nimble it was in comparison to the 3 series I had.




I don't think he's being a prick, I think it's rude when people ask, "What'd ya pay for that?"
Are you making the payments? No? Then I guess it's not your business.

Nice ride man, I haven't seen too many coupes runnin around, just sedans.

STFU. I didnt ask how much he paid. I asked for specific monthly payments. Normal question on a car forum. Reason being because I was calculating that when I was actually interested in the coupe and contemplating keeping my celica.


Simmer down Izzy. Im born and raised in Hoboken (your sig says where your from), your making us look bad. Im OG here if you need some help getting along here let me know. I'll be glad to help you out. :gap:

[nyoneway]

It's probably around or less than $500 to lease a 328i coupe. I'm ordering the 2008 335i, with European delivery. Unfortunately, I'd be getting the sedan for pratical reasons.

[Izzy2k]

It's probably around or less than $500 to lease a 328i coupe. I'm ordering the 2008 335i, with European delivery. Unfortunately, I'd be getting the sedan for pratical reasons.

that car is so sexy. hardtop convy!...cant get great financing for that one tho. BMW and its damn stringent 750+ credit requirement. I'm at 720.

[matadorgts]

It's probably around or less than $500 to lease a 328i coupe. I'm ordering the 2008 335i, with European delivery. Unfortunately, I'd be getting the sedan for pratical reasons.


Welcome to the soon-to-have-euro-car club bro.

[Radi0active Man]

It's probably around or less than $500 to lease a 328i coupe. I'm ordering the 2008 335i, with European delivery. Unfortunately, I'd be getting the sedan for pratical reasons.
ED is awesome, had I not been to Munich just last year I would've opted for it. I'll definitely consider doing it next time (if there is one).
that car is so sexy. hardtop convy!...cant get great financing for that one tho. BMW and its damn stringent 750+ credit requirement. I'm at 720.
The sedan isn't offered in a hardtop convy.

Also, your credit is still pretty good. If you can't get a decent finance rate through BMW financial try your bank or a 3rd party lender.
Welcome to the soon-to-have-euro-car club bro.
Might as well call it the soon-to-be-E9X car club... :gap:

[nyoneway]

that car is so sexy. hardtop convy!...cant get great financing for that one tho. BMW and its damn stringent 750+ credit requirement. I'm at 720.

My credit score is 710 and I'm top teir. BMW uses Equifax. Where did you hear 750+?

[Izzy2k]

that car is so sexy. hardtop convy!...cant get great financing for that one tho. BMW and its damn stringent 750+ credit requirement. I'm at 720.

My credit score is 710 and I'm top teir. BMW uses Equifax. Where did you hear 750+?

I was at the dealer and took the 328i coupe for a test drive. According to the rep, the lowest apr offered through BMW tier 1 is 750+. I thought it was bull**** but I then looked carefully at the BMW memorial day ads in the paper, in little fine prints it says BMW tier 1 credit of 750 qualifies. I went there under the impression that my credit was good enough only to be told that I didnt qualify for the financing deal being offered. With $4,385 down and 0% apr for first year, i was sold.

[Izzy2k]

335i hardtop convy is pretty roomy in the backseat. why opt for the sedan?

[MFChop]

Nice looks exactly like my brothers 335 he just picked up

[portopotti]

that car is so sexy. hardtop convy!...cant get great financing for that one tho. BMW and its damn stringent 750+ credit requirement. I'm at 720.

You need a 650 to be approved by BMW. I'll ask my sister in law what the top tier level is but if I remember correctly, she said that BMW lowered their standards and it's now at 700. I'll double check for you if you want.

[nyoneway]

I was at the dealer and took the 328i coupe for a test drive. According to the rep, the lowest apr offered through BMW tier 1 is 750+. I thought it was bull**** but I then looked carefully at the BMW memorial day ads in the paper, in little fine prints it says BMW tier 1 credit of 750 qualifies. I went there under the impression that my credit was good enough only to be told that I didnt qualify for the financing deal being offered. With $4,385 down and 0% apr for first year, i was sold.

Sometimes dealer run specials and make it exceptionally hard to get it by raising the mininum credit score to something rediculous as evident by your experience. Marketing tactics that borderline false advertising.

[TRD StreetRacing]

Welcome to the soon-to-have-euro-car club bro.

i've been in this club for the past 5yrs :faint:

i'm the founder of this club ;)

[absolut impreza]

STFU. I didnt ask how much he paid. I asked for specific monthly payments. Normal question on a car forum. Reason being because I was calculating that when I was actually interested in the coupe and contemplating keeping my celica.

uhhhh, chill dude...Maybe you should have PM'd him explaining why you want to know his monthly payments? Either way I got more important things to worry about...

[Izzy2k]

STFU. I didnt ask how much he paid. I asked for specific monthly payments. Normal question on a car forum. Reason being because I was calculating that when I was actually interested in the coupe and contemplating keeping my celica.

uhhhh, chill dude...Maybe you should have PM'd him explaining why you want to know his monthly payments? Either way I got more important things to worry about...

stop being gay. stop it right now!!! we've all moved on. dont u say another word mister! stop it right now!

[absolut impreza]

stop being gay. stop it right now!!! we've all moved on. dont u say another word mister! stop it right now!
I have moved on jackass....

[Tikked Again]

stop being gay. stop it right now!!! we've all moved on. dont u say another word mister! stop it right now!
I have moved on jackass....


That show's still on? :rimshot:

[Izzy2k]

Y is this guy tryin to ruin the thread. I was annoyed over Radioactguy not takin my question seriously but i guess it wasnt even necessary as everyone seems to consider him a chill guy and he was jus horsing around. This guy absoluteimpreza has no comments for the thread other than to jump on me.

Im takin a ride to the dealer today. Lets see what we can do. I hope i get the same guy that shot me that 750 markup nonsense.

[absolut impreza]

Y is this guy tryin to ruin the thread. I was annoyed over Radioactguy not takin my question seriously but i guess it wasnt even necessary as everyone seems to consider him a chill guy and he was jus horsing around. This guy absoluteimpreza has no comments for the thread other than to jump on me.

Im takin a ride to the dealer today. Lets see what we can do. I hope i get the same guy that shot me that 750 markup nonsense.

I'm not trying to ruin anything man, I'm just sick of internet tough guys like you that think it's all right to tell ppl to STFU and call me gay. It's hard to tell whether you're kidding around or what, maybe you are and if that's the case, my bad dude.

Moving on, what are you going to look at when you go to the dealer? The 328i?

[HiOctane]

2.8 liter motor not bad

[Radi0active Man]

2.8 liter motor not bad
3.0L, so is the 335i. I know, doesn't follow the old formula, but it is what it is...

[wtcnbrwndo4u]

3.0L, so is the 335i. I know, doesn't follow the old formula, but it is what it is...
Yeah, it's the 3.0L inline-six. The 335i just get's the twin chargers. It's still got decent power... 230hp is it?

[nyoneway]

230 SAE HP is nothing to be ashamed of. Remember the 95-99 M3 have only 240hp which is almost the same as 230 SAE HP of todays, and the M3 was a considered quick in it's days.

[wtcnbrwndo4u]

230 SAE HP is nothing to be ashamed of. Remember the 95-99 M3 have only 240hp which is almost the same as 230 SAE HP of todays, and the M3 was a considered quick in it's days.
Yup, still fast. I've got nothing to complain about with that engine.

[evil eye]

I love this car. I'm glad to see you finally got it, Mark. :)

[SilverBullet GTS]

It's probably around or less than $500 to lease a 328i coupe. I'm ordering the 2008 335i, with European delivery. Unfortunately, I'd be getting the sedan for pratical reasons.

The 335 is closer to $500 a month lease than the 328. The 328 is closer to $400.

[marc]

I absolutely hated the BMW 3 series I test drove (drove both the 328 and 335)

my observations
-numb steering/no feedback
-obscene markup on options
-fantastic engines with flat power delivery
-interior quality was cheaper than I expect in a $32,000 + car
-interior was too large for both of us and there was no M-Sport seat option (which I have on my Z4 and fits me perfectly) - the seats also lacked side bolstering, however, if you're not 5'6" like I am, you probably fit into it ok (but I can fit into RX-7s, S2000s and Miatas with no problem as I'm the size of the average Japanese man!)

We both preferred the Audi A4 even though it didn't perform as well because it had more driver involvement and a vastly superior interior - don't get me wrong, the 3-series is a potent performer but it is too isolated and numb for my personal preference - its not fun to drive in my opinion

go to the "other cars" forum to read about it

also - most critics except Car and Driver are upset/disappointed by the new E92 M3

[LightningRod]

Nice color.

[marc]

Nice color.


I'll definitely agree with that

[nyoneway]

I absolutely hated the BMW 3 series I test drove (drove both the 328 and 335)

my observations
-numb steering/no feedback
-obscene markup on options
-fantastic engines with flat power delivery
-interior quality was cheaper than I expect in a $32,000 + car
-interior was too large for both of us and there was no M-Sport seat option (which I have on my Z4 and fits me perfectly) - the seats also lacked side bolstering, however, if you're not 5'6" like I am, you probably fit into it ok (but I can fit into RX-7s, S2000s and Miatas with no problem as I'm the size of the average Japanese man!)

We both preferred the Audi A4 even though it didn't perform as well because it had more driver involvement and a vastly superior interior - don't get me wrong, the 3-series is a potent performer but it is too isolated and numb for my personal preference - its not fun to drive in my opinion

go to the "other cars" forum to read about it

also - most critics except Car and Driver are upset/disappointed by the new E92 M3

Quality of materials aside, I personally feel the A4's interior is boring. I like the looks of the BMW interior better.

[Radi0active Man]

I love this car. I'm glad to see you finally got it, Mark. :)
Thread revival! :ban:
The 335 is closer to $500 a month lease than the 328. The 328 is closer to $400.
Wow, if you're talking about the sedans then maybe for a bone stock version, but not even close for the coupes. Add about $100/mo to each unless you're putting a rediculous amount on the down payment, which is basically throwing away money. Trust me, I researched this car for months before I even placed my order.
I absolutely hated the BMW 3 series I test drove (drove both the 328 and 335)

also - most critics except Car and Driver are upset/disappointed by the new E92 M3
I saw your review on the 328i right after you posted it. You're MUCH more of a driving enthusiast than I am, there for I can see you having higher standards in terms of what you look for in a car. I guess I got old (26), but the aggressive-looking, high HP cars just don't do anything for me. I wanted a car that was classy, but still had some sport appeal to it. Also, I refuse to drive anything with more than 2 doors until I'm married! The only other cars I was considering were an Infiniti G35 (I REALLY didn't like driving that thing) and the Audi A5 (didn't feel like waiting that long). I have no regrets in purchasing this car, I absolutely love the smooth power delivery and the I think the E92's are one of the nicest looking coupes available. :thumbup:

[marc]

I love this car. I'm glad to see you finally got it, Mark. :)
Thread revival! :ban:
The 335 is closer to $500 a month lease than the 328. The 328 is closer to $400.
Wow, if you're talking about the sedans then maybe for a bone stock version, but not even close for the coupes. Add about $100/mo to each unless you're putting a rediculous amount on the down payment, which is basically throwing away money. Trust me, I researched this car for months before I even placed my order.
I absolutely hated the BMW 3 series I test drove (drove both the 328 and 335)

also - most critics except Car and Driver are upset/disappointed by the new E92 M3
I saw your review on the 328i right after you posted it. You're MUCH more of a driving enthusiast than I am, there for I can see you having higher standards in terms of what you look for in a car. I guess I got old (26), but the aggressive-looking, high HP cars just don't do anything for me. I wanted a car that was classy, but still had some sport appeal to it. Also, I refuse to drive anything with more than 2 doors until I'm married! The only other cars I was considering were an Infiniti G35 (I REALLY didn't like driving that thing) and the Audi A5 (didn't feel like waiting that long). I have no regrets in purchasing this car, I absolutely love the smooth power delivery and the I think the E92's are one of the nicest looking coupes available. :thumbup:


Based on your criteria the 328i is the perfect car for you.

The G35 is a little rough around the edges
The G37 is a beasty but weighs way too much to make it fun

I'm dying to see the new A5, but I'm pissed they didn't put the 2.0T in there - chipped 2.0Ts make as much or more power than the 3.2 V6, but weigh about 150-200 lbs less.

[Radi0active Man]

-interior was too large for both of us and there was no M-Sport seat option (which I have on my Z4 and fits me perfectly) - the seats also lacked side bolstering, however, if you're not 5'6" like I am, you probably fit into it ok (but I can fit into RX-7s, S2000s and Miatas with no problem as I'm the size of the average Japanese man!)
The sport package includes the "sport" seats with side bolstering. I test drove one with normal seats and I can understand your lack of enthusiasm for them (though I'm 6'0, so I didn't encounter the same problem as you). The extra $1k for the package was worth it for the seats alone.

I forgot to mention I also test drove the Lexus IS250 which I REALLY liked. I read your review on that car as well and it seems you pretty much agree. I know it's stupid, but I just couldn't get over the extra 2 doors... :chuckles:

[speedeeGTS]

I just couldn't get over the extra 2 doors... :chuckles:


Whats wrong with 4 doors? ;)

[marc]

-interior was too large for both of us and there was no M-Sport seat option (which I have on my Z4 and fits me perfectly) - the seats also lacked side bolstering, however, if you're not 5'6" like I am, you probably fit into it ok (but I can fit into RX-7s, S2000s and Miatas with no problem as I'm the size of the average Japanese man!)
The sport package includes the "sport" seats with side bolstering. I test drove one with normal seats and I can understand your lack of enthusiasm for them (though I'm 6'0, so I didn't encounter the same problem as you). The extra $1k for the package was worth it for the seats alone.

I forgot to mention I also test drove the Lexus IS250 which I REALLY liked. I read your review on that car as well and it seems you pretty much agree. I know it's stupid, but I just couldn't get over the extra 2 doors... :chuckles:


the sport seats still aren't supportive enough for me, especially compared to the M-Sports, which aren't even an option on the 3-series unless you get the M3