Just Bought a 328i - Wind noise everywhere - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

penet31 · 11-04-2011, 08:41 AM

Hi folks,

I just bought a new 2011 328i yesterday. It runs like I expected and really like it. However, when I go over 55, I have wind noise from everywhere of the car. Particularly I receive it from the driver door (close to the driver seat), front windshield and from moonroof. Since I don't have a passenger with me, I don't know if there are other places in the passenger side or from back that also has noise. I don't think this is normal. I'll definitely take it to dealer but before doing that, can anyone share what can be the reason for that?

Thanks.

MrPig · 11-04-2011, 08:42 AM

Silly question, but did you make sure that all your windows and your sunroof are fully closed?

penet31 · 11-04-2011, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by MrPig

Silly question, but did you make sure that all your windows and your sunroof are fully closed?

Of course

MrPig · 11-04-2011, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by penet31

Of course

Hey man, you never know

JRJ1970 · 11-04-2011, 09:12 AM

Is it like REALLY loud wind noise? Some is normal.

wrickem · 11-04-2011, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrPig

Silly question, but did you make sure that all your windows and your sunroof are fully closed?

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Originally Posted by penet31

Of course

That was the first thing I thought of too, so MrPig, I was right there with you on that. I notice if a window or or the sunroof is not completely 100% closed because my car is VERY tight and quiet when they are closed, no matter what speed I am driving. OP, definitely not normal.

lkw15 · 11-04-2011, 09:23 AM

I actually get wind noise from the driver's side window in mine, too. I just haven't mentioned it to the dealer yet.

I imagine some noise is normal, but the issue does exist (particularly if search other threads here).

The best answer we can give is to note the issue and take it to the dealer the next chance you have. Perhaps they can address it.

tanginaglaz · 11-04-2011, 09:31 AM

Is this on a coupe? I get wind noise when I'm driving about 80 and its windy outside.

penet31 · 11-04-2011, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by jrjinsa

Is it like REALLY loud wind noise? Some is normal.

The noise is loud enough. Well it makes much more wind noise than my E46 which has more than 160K miles on it.

penet31 · 11-04-2011, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by tanginaglaz

Is this on a coupe? I get wind noise when I'm driving about 80 and its windy outside.

No this is a sedan and there was no wind outside.

bbbuzzy · 11-04-2011, 09:39 AM

Did you test drive it before you bought it and if so, is the noise more pronounced now than before?

penet31 · 11-04-2011, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bbbuzzy

Did you test drive it before you bought it and if so, is the noise more pronounced now than before?

This car was brought from another dealership. Therefore, I didn't test drive this. However, before buying it I test drove another one they had and I didn't notice any wind noise on that one.

tanginaglaz · 11-04-2011, 09:42 AM

I would definitely take it back to the dealer. When they tell you that they can't replicate the sound, take a drive with one of their techs.

MrPig · 11-04-2011, 09:44 AM

It's a 2011, so I'm assuming it's either a demo, a lot model the dealership ordered and never sold or at the very least a low mileage trade in. You just got it. I see no reason for you to not go back to your dealership and mention it to your SA to at least take a look at. Maybe even give him a ride as a demonstration.

Edit; Ninja'd!

FCBuff · 11-04-2011, 09:55 AM

My 11' 328I is very quiet. FWIW

penet31 · 11-04-2011, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrPig

It's a 2011, so I'm assuming it's either a demo, a lot model the dealership ordered and never sold or at the very least a low mileage trade in. You just got it. I see no reason for you to not go back to your dealership and mention it to your SA to at least take a look at. Maybe even give him a ride as a demonstration.

Edit; Ninja'd!

Thanks for the info MrPig. The car was a brand new which only have 44 miles on it (Production date 07/11). But definitely, I'll take it to dealer.

citizen_insane · 11-04-2011, 10:54 AM

I've got a 2007 and it's dead quiet on the highway at all speeds. I'd say take it in and have the dealer look at it.

Tom K. · 11-04-2011, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by citizen_insane

I've got a 2007 and it's dead quiet on the highway at all speeds. I'd say take it in and have the dealer look at it.

Same with my 2007 wagon - except for the a bit of wind noise from the huge sunroof when the internal cover panel is retracted. Apparently this is normal on the wagons because of the size of the sunroof, but the sedans should be quiet.

Tom

Clifton · 11-04-2011, 11:31 AM

It may sound silly, but you might want to try some Gummi Pflege on the seals. Really does a great job making seals supple, even on new cars.

Click for linky

jmscard · 11-04-2011, 11:34 AM

Did you look around the car making sure all doors have ALL their door seals? if the vehicle came from another lot or dealer you never know... I work at a dealership and if a customers car comes in and we don't have the part and they are a good customer (or brand new car) we often will "canabalize" a vehicle on our new car lot for a part... you never know the dealer could have robbed a door seal and "swapped" the car out without reinstalling it.. if its as loud as you say it is something could be MIA ... just a thought as things like this have def happened.

DesiRoc · 11-04-2011, 11:56 AM

Chill guys, this is a normal and really common problem. Just a design flaw. The driver side mirror hits the wind in such a way that it makes this annoying whistling sound. I posted about it as well.

If you put your hand over the mirror cover you won't hear the noise.

A simple remedy is to take some electrical tape and cover the little slit on the mirror cover, which is where the problem initially arises. However, it'll look sorta rice, lol.

Maximum Martin · 11-04-2011, 12:01 PM

I have the same problem. 07 coupe.

11-04-2011, 08:41 AM	#1
penet31 New Member Drives: 2000 Bmw 323i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 25 iTrader: (0)	Just Bought a 328i - Wind noise everywhere Hi folks, I just bought a new 2011 328i yesterday. It runs like I expected and really like it. However, when I go over 55, I have wind noise from everywhere of the car. Particularly I receive it from the driver door (close to the driver seat), front windshield and from moonroof. Since I don't have a passenger with me, I don't know if there are other places in the passenger side or from back that also has noise. I don't think this is normal. I'll definitely take it to dealer but before doing that, can anyone share what can be the reason for that? Thanks.
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11-04-2011, 08:42 AM	#2
MrPig Lieutenant Drives: '11 335d M-Sport, '90 325iS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada Posts: 558 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1990 BMW 325is [5.00]	Silly question, but did you make sure that all your windows and your sunroof are fully closed? __________________

11-04-2011, 09:12 AM	#5
JRJ1970 Lieutenant Drives: 2011 328i E93-lci Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 577 iTrader: (0)	Is it like REALLY loud wind noise? Some is normal. __________________ Jay (in San Antonio, TX) 2011 328i hard top convertible (E93), titanium silver with black interior, bamboo anthracite trim, iDrive, Navigation, Comfort Access.

11-04-2011, 09:39 AM	#11
bbbuzzy First Lieutenant Drives: '06 330i ZSP,ZPP Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: north of Boston Posts: 346 iTrader: (0)	Did you test drive it before you bought it and if so, is the noise more pronounced now than before? __________________ '06 330i MT, sport,premium '05 XC70 (family truckster) '05 Sienna XLE LTD AWD (road tripper)

11-04-2011, 09:44 AM	#14
MrPig Lieutenant Drives: '11 335d M-Sport, '90 325iS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada Posts: 558 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1990 BMW 325is [5.00]	It's a 2011, so I'm assuming it's either a demo, a lot model the dealership ordered and never sold or at the very least a low mileage trade in. You just got it. I see no reason for you to not go back to your dealership and mention it to your SA to at least take a look at. Maybe even give him a ride as a demonstration. Edit; Ninja'd! __________________

11-04-2011, 09:23 AM	#7
lkw15 Captain Drives: 2011 e90 328i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 931 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 e90 328 [5.00] 2006 330i - Sold (M ... [0.00] 2001 e39 M5 - Sold ... [5.00] 2006 - Sold (April ... [0.00] 2006 - Sold (May 20 ... [0.00]	I actually get wind noise from the driver's side window in mine, too. I just haven't mentioned it to the dealer yet. I imagine some noise is normal, but the issue does exist (particularly if search other threads here). The best answer we can give is to note the issue and take it to the dealer the next chance you have. Perhaps they can address it.

11-04-2011, 09:31 AM	#8
tanginaglaz Captain Drives: 2007 e92 335i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SO CAL Posts: 759 iTrader: (10) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335i [5.00]	Is this on a coupe? I get wind noise when I'm driving about 80 and its windy outside.

11-04-2011, 09:42 AM	#13
tanginaglaz Captain Drives: 2007 e92 335i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SO CAL Posts: 759 iTrader: (10) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335i [5.00]	I would definitely take it back to the dealer. When they tell you that they can't replicate the sound, take a drive with one of their techs.

11-04-2011, 09:55 AM	#15
FCBuff Enthusiast Drives: 11' E91 328xi M sport, 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ft Collins Posts: 75 iTrader: (0)	My 11' 328I is very quiet. FWIW __________________ _______________________________________ '11 328xit M Sport '06 X5 3.0 '06 M3 CB ZCP

11-04-2011, 10:54 AM	#17
citizen_insane New Member Drives: 2007 328i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Iowa Posts: 11 iTrader: (0)	I've got a 2007 and it's dead quiet on the highway at all speeds. I'd say take it in and have the dealer look at it.

11-04-2011, 11:31 AM	#19
Clifton Second Lieutenant Drives: Cars with tires Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 210 iTrader: (0)	It may sound silly, but you might want to try some Gummi Pflege on the seals. Really does a great job making seals supple, even on new cars. Click for linky __________________ Regards, Clifton

11-04-2011, 11:34 AM	#20
jmscard Private Drives: 2006 E90 330i Dinan S1 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 81 iTrader: (0)	Did you look around the car making sure all doors have ALL their door seals? if the vehicle came from another lot or dealer you never know... I work at a dealership and if a customers car comes in and we don't have the part and they are a good customer (or brand new car) we often will "canabalize" a vehicle on our new car lot for a part... you never know the dealer could have robbed a door seal and "swapped" the car out without reinstalling it.. if its as loud as you say it is something could be MIA ... just a thought as things like this have def happened.

11-04-2011, 11:56 AM	#21
DesiRoc Kumar Drives: '09 328i AWD E90 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 620 iTrader: (2)	Chill guys, this is a normal and really common problem. Just a design flaw. The driver side mirror hits the wind in such a way that it makes this annoying whistling sound. I posted about it as well. If you put your hand over the mirror cover you won't hear the noise. A simple remedy is to take some electrical tape and cover the little slit on the mirror cover, which is where the problem initially arises. However, it'll look sorta rice, lol.

11-04-2011, 12:01 PM	#22
Maximum Martin Registered Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: West Lafayette Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	I have the same problem. 07 coupe.

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