BMW 330ci
09-20-2004, 03:23 AM
#22
3.0 BAR
Join Date: Oct 2003
Posts: 3,254
Re:BMW 330ci
dinan doesn't void the warranty, but niether does the other ----, as long as they can't prove that the equipment is at fualt they are not allowed to void the warranty because of it. (the chip however will void the warranty) you'd be an idiot to leave any ---- on your car if you are taking it in for warranty anyway.
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09-20-2004, 01:33 PM
#29
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Join Date: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,190
Re:BMW 330ci
B16drag, here it goes,
buying a BMW has less to do with the car itself than the dealership you buy it from. Some are ------- awesome, some suck ***** (like Sandia BMW in Albuquerque, NM cough cough). My in-laws have purchased 4 new BMWS in the last 7 years. 1997 Z3, 1997 740iL, 1997 M3 and a 2001 X5. The Z3 had complete engine failure within the first 4 months of ownership (first year manufactured, I guess i'll give them the benefit of the doubt). The 740iL had a bunch of problems with the engine also, but more minor. The M3 has been pretty fricking perfect, no major mechanical problems whatsoever, and the X5 has had a few recalls and problems with the auto-leveling system, abs, and things like that. It seems like the cars that were manufactured in Germany (VIN starts with a W) are much higher quality, while cars made in the US (VIN starts with a 1, 2, or 4) have more problems. But the service at any BMW dealership will surpass most other dealerships, with the exception of Porsche/Mercedes etc. so as long as you get a good dealership they will take care of you, if you get a shitty service department then good luck to you. As far as driving experience goes, if you like to DRIVE the car as opposed to be impressed by the quality of the leather and all the wood trim, then BMW is for you. If you care more for luxury and don't care about the driving experience, get a Mercedes of a Jag.
The ergonomics in BMWs are very good, and they drive better than anything else i've driven. Especially the M3. 
buying a BMW has less to do with the car itself than the dealership you buy it from. Some are ------- awesome, some suck ***** (like Sandia BMW in Albuquerque, NM cough cough). My in-laws have purchased 4 new BMWS in the last 7 years. 1997 Z3, 1997 740iL, 1997 M3 and a 2001 X5. The Z3 had complete engine failure within the first 4 months of ownership (first year manufactured, I guess i'll give them the benefit of the doubt). The 740iL had a bunch of problems with the engine also, but more minor. The M3 has been pretty fricking perfect, no major mechanical problems whatsoever, and the X5 has had a few recalls and problems with the auto-leveling system, abs, and things like that. It seems like the cars that were manufactured in Germany (VIN starts with a W) are much higher quality, while cars made in the US (VIN starts with a 1, 2, or 4) have more problems. But the service at any BMW dealership will surpass most other dealerships, with the exception of Porsche/Mercedes etc. so as long as you get a good dealership they will take care of you, if you get a shitty service department then good luck to you. As far as driving experience goes, if you like to DRIVE the car as opposed to be impressed by the quality of the leather and all the wood trim, then BMW is for you. If you care more for luxury and don't care about the driving experience, get a Mercedes of a Jag.
The ergonomics in BMWs are very good, and they drive better than anything else i've driven. Especially the M3.
09-20-2004, 03:03 PM
#30
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 9,203
Re:BMW 330ci
BMW 330ci = badass .period.
I wanted to get one of those in a manuel, but I found a better lover
I love the body style on that car and the 330 is just better. I would never buy a 323, or 325 (well maybe I would if it was cheap) cause the 330 is just better :P I think there is a significant difference in the suspension between the 330 and the 32x. Bambi can correct me if I'm wrong, I'm trying to recall research from over a year ago, and it's hard especially when you don't remember stuff from yesterday
But yeah, if you could get a good price, get it. I love those cars just plain sexy.
I wanted to get one of those in a manuel, but I found a better lover
I love the body style on that car and the 330 is just better. I would never buy a 323, or 325 (well maybe I would if it was cheap) cause the 330 is just better :P I think there is a significant difference in the suspension between the 330 and the 32x. Bambi can correct me if I'm wrong, I'm trying to recall research from over a year ago, and it's hard especially when you don't remember stuff from yesterday
But yeah, if you could get a good price, get it. I love those cars just plain sexy.
