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04-13-2006, 04:56 AM
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Originally Posted by subterFUSE' post='268456' date='Apr 13 2006, 01:24 PM
In fact.... Darwin should have already weeded you out of the gene pool. 
04-13-2006, 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by niktee' post='268150' date='Apr 12 2006, 01:10 PM
I agree, Rudy, that change is often good, but in BMW's case, I often get the feeling that they enjoy creating solutions or "improvements" for challenges that don't exist. Ithink the eternal turn-signal is one prime example.
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04-13-2006, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by vern' post='268481' date='Apr 13 2006, 02:42 PM
If you are having that much trouble with the turn signals and your window goes up and down with out any problems use the very old method when you wanted to make a turn,THE HAND SIGNAL,problem solved.
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04-13-2006, 11:58 AM
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First "Bumwa" was a new 1971 2002. High performance 5s since 1987. Beamer motorcycles too, currently on an 07 BMW K1200 GT; also a Moto Guzzi 1000 SP III.
The new issue of Automobile Magazine is just out. They list their first impressions of the new 3 series and right at the top is their great displeasure with "directional and wipers stalks that return to neutral positions" after engagement.
So, we aren't alone. They'll probabaly notice the ashtray and gas filler flap eventually--the Microsoft genius of start to stop or push to pull...And then there is the software upgrade that inverts the preset arrow function on the steering wheel. Ya gotta love it.
Ray Hull
So, we aren't alone. They'll probabaly notice the ashtray and gas filler flap eventually--the Microsoft genius of start to stop or push to pull...And then there is the software upgrade that inverts the preset arrow function on the steering wheel. Ya gotta love it.
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04-13-2006, 02:20 PM
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It's natural selection not Darwinian selection dude...
I know.... I just think it sounds funnier that way.... its like I'm implying that Darwin has mystical powers and has come back from death to collect the souls of the weak and stupid.... and inept turnsignal users.
04-13-2006, 02:25 PM
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The new issue of Automobile Magazine is just out. They list their first impressions of the new 3 series and right at the top is their great displeasure with "directional and wipers stalks that return to neutral positions" after engagement.
See? These people need to get out of the gene pool.
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Only my right indicator is blocked by steering wheel. I can see just fine the left one.
04-13-2006, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Ray Hull' post='268691' date='Apr 13 2006, 10:58 PM
So, we aren't alone. They'll probabaly notice the ashtray and gas filler flap eventually--the Microsoft genius of start to stop or push to pull...And then there is the software upgrade that inverts the preset arrow function on the steering wheel. Ya gotta love it.
It seems normal to me how the ashtray or filler cap opens. Natural. Also why would you expect the arrow buttons to be any different then they are currently? Up is for up, down is for down.
I love them as they are. Would not change a bit.
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Originally Posted by big_ipaq' post='268772' date='Apr 13 2006, 06:56 PM
Nobody said you're alone. But nobody said this should be normal. Funny thing is I find all these settings as natural as they can be. Probably I am only in my mid 30s... So maybe I can adapt very quick.
It seems normal to me how the ashtray or filler cap opens. Natural. Also why would you expect the arrow buttons to be any different then they are currently? Up is for up, down is for down.
I love them as they are. Would not change a bit.
It seems normal to me how the ashtray or filler cap opens. Natural. Also why would you expect the arrow buttons to be any different then they are currently? Up is for up, down is for down.
I love them as they are. Would not change a bit.
When one has to "second-guess" turning off something as dumb as a turn signal, while driving, there is a problem--and that's obviously been recognized by the foremost auto testers/writers in the arena. But then maybe, you and subter have enough time with your driving style to "double-click" things that should have shut themselves off. I don't, and I don't think having to go back and correct for some goofy electro-gadget engineer validates the "ultimate driving machine" moniker.
And, further, if they are designed for easy bus-accessible programming, then why the hell aren't they re-programmable back to "normal" through iDrive? Some "bus"...
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04-13-2006, 05:15 PM
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When one has to "second-guess" turning off something as dumb as a turn signal, while driving, there is a problem
I don't see what has to be second-guessed? It is rather simple. Yes it is different than some other cars.... but that's a good thing. Now when I drive non-BMW cars, I miss the triple turn signal. I think it's a great feature.