Possibly an F10 in my near future
03-28-2012, 10:18 AM
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My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
Yes they are 18" wheels. My beast hasn't been out of my garage yet because it's been raining here the day after I picked her up. 
It's a Space Gray Metallic, Black Dakota Leather and Bamboo Anthracite Trim. Options are: Premium, Technology, and Comfort Access.
So far the only observation I've noticed is that I need to "slam" the doors just to shut it.
It's a Space Gray Metallic, Black Dakota Leather and Bamboo Anthracite Trim. Options are: Premium, Technology, and Comfort Access.
So far the only observation I've noticed is that I need to "slam" the doors just to shut it.
After some +2,000 miles you'll really understand what a piece of nice machinery you got!
Post me about this then...
And... some inside pics, please.
03-29-2012, 04:11 PM
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Thanks guys! I'll take a few shots of the interior when I have some time.
For now I have a question though. I was (at work) playing around with the Build Your Own 535i and I noticed that with the power trunk opener, there's a sensor beneath the bumper which will open the trunk without you having to push the button on the key fob or the door itself. Has anyone confirmed this and if so, what part of the bumper has the sensor? Also does the person who triggers the sensor need to have the key in their pocket or will the trunk open regardless as long as the car is unlocked?
For now I have a question though. I was (at work) playing around with the Build Your Own 535i and I noticed that with the power trunk opener, there's a sensor beneath the bumper which will open the trunk without you having to push the button on the key fob or the door itself. Has anyone confirmed this and if so, what part of the bumper has the sensor? Also does the person who triggers the sensor need to have the key in their pocket or will the trunk open regardless as long as the car is unlocked?
04-02-2012, 11:05 PM
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Thanks guys! I'll take a few shots of the interior when I have some time.
For now I have a question though. I was (at work) playing around with the Build Your Own 535i and I noticed that with the power trunk opener, there's a sensor beneath the bumper which will open the trunk without you having to push the button on the key fob or the door itself. Has anyone confirmed this and if so, what part of the bumper has the sensor? Also does the person who triggers the sensor need to have the key in their pocket or will the trunk open regardless as long as the car is unlocked?
For now I have a question though. I was (at work) playing around with the Build Your Own 535i and I noticed that with the power trunk opener, there's a sensor beneath the bumper which will open the trunk without you having to push the button on the key fob or the door itself. Has anyone confirmed this and if so, what part of the bumper has the sensor? Also does the person who triggers the sensor need to have the key in their pocket or will the trunk open regardless as long as the car is unlocked?
From what I have heard/read, this is a feature that comes with comfort access. Supposedly my car can do this, and I witnessed my salesman perform it once - I, however, have not been able to reproduce the results myself (although I haven't tried that hard). If you look under the rear of your car you will see what appears to be the end of a fiber optic (or some other type of sensor) in a circular indentation. This is what I assume is the trigger for this function, and yes - you will need to have your key near the vehicle to do it (so I assume).
04-06-2012, 03:49 PM
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Ok sorry for the delay... Busy busy schedule. I'm gonna put my comments here based on the order that the pictures were uploaded..
2nd: I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the LED AEs.
3rd: Trunk space seems to feel the same as the E60
4th: Aside from the trunk opener, you can also LOCK the car from the trunk door
6th: No more hand brake (which I miss greatly)... Electronic emergency break with Auto Hold feature
7th: Standard (on 2012+) suspension selector between soft, sport, and eco
8th: The floor mats came from my E60. Not bad for trying to make it fit.
9th: When you open the door, that small LCD area lights up... Have to get used to it because it feels asymmetrical with the gauges
10th: You can tell I've driven the car quite a bit already lol
11th: Aside from a (standard) keyless entry and start, all 2012s now have the Auto Start/Stop feature... It feels like a hybrid when the engine keeps cutting off and turning on when at a stoplight. Either I have to get used to it or I'll just turn it off.
12th: It's fancy to be able to automatically open and close the shade, but it's annoying that you need the power on to close it in case you forgot to close the shade
13th: The new Auto Start/Stop feature
14th: No need for the expensive BMW ipod cable. You can now use just a regular apple cord that you use on your home computer
15th: On the E60 I hated how you needed the car to be turned ON to just charge your cellphone. Now the plugs are conneceted to the battery so even if the car is off and locked it will still charge your cellphone/devices
16th: Hop scotch anyone? Lol. JK. The new "guidance" lines with the backup camera. I love the way BMW put the PDC (parking distance control) on the side of the backup camera image. Different from my LS460 because the parking sensors in my LS show up as a small symbol on the top right of the screen.
19th: Parking aid lines can be turned off
21st: YES! There's an option to play music thru bluetooth
2nd: I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the LED AEs.
3rd: Trunk space seems to feel the same as the E60
4th: Aside from the trunk opener, you can also LOCK the car from the trunk door
6th: No more hand brake (which I miss greatly)... Electronic emergency break with Auto Hold feature
7th: Standard (on 2012+) suspension selector between soft, sport, and eco
8th: The floor mats came from my E60. Not bad for trying to make it fit.
9th: When you open the door, that small LCD area lights up... Have to get used to it because it feels asymmetrical with the gauges
10th: You can tell I've driven the car quite a bit already lol
11th: Aside from a (standard) keyless entry and start, all 2012s now have the Auto Start/Stop feature... It feels like a hybrid when the engine keeps cutting off and turning on when at a stoplight. Either I have to get used to it or I'll just turn it off.
12th: It's fancy to be able to automatically open and close the shade, but it's annoying that you need the power on to close it in case you forgot to close the shade
13th: The new Auto Start/Stop feature
14th: No need for the expensive BMW ipod cable. You can now use just a regular apple cord that you use on your home computer
15th: On the E60 I hated how you needed the car to be turned ON to just charge your cellphone. Now the plugs are conneceted to the battery so even if the car is off and locked it will still charge your cellphone/devices
16th: Hop scotch anyone? Lol. JK. The new "guidance" lines with the backup camera. I love the way BMW put the PDC (parking distance control) on the side of the backup camera image. Different from my LS460 because the parking sensors in my LS show up as a small symbol on the top right of the screen.
19th: Parking aid lines can be turned off
21st: YES! There's an option to play music thru bluetooth
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