Would you take your Beamer to university?

WhyCry · 11-24-2012, 10:29 PM

I'm going to transfer to a university out of my city so im going to become a res student. I'm not sure whether or not to bring my 335i with me. I was hoping some of you fellas could give me your opinion on the subject

1NS0MN1A · 11-24-2012, 10:37 PM

Its a bmw not a ferrari. Lol I don't understand this forum. I brought mine to the shittiest streets and im on lowered springs, 19s, and modded.

efdiesel3s · 11-24-2012, 10:41 PM

depends on what city you are going to live in and if having a car is a necessity or luxury. If you are going to a university in a place such as Los Angeles yes you should have a car. But If you are going to school in a metropolis type setting like New York, Chicago, or San Fran where parking is hella expensive and challenging, then no.

Tim M · 11-24-2012, 10:42 PM

Streets of Malibu, dawg! Straight up! Word!

hickoryE92 · 11-24-2012, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 1NS0MN1A

Its a bmw not a ferrari. Lol I don't understand this forum. I brought mine to the shittiest streets and im on lowered springs, 19s, and modded.

Well to some, it may be like a ferrari in their head. It isn't a cheap car and what is so wrong with caring about a car?

To the OP, I took my 335i to university and I can't say I regret it but it is difficult to take care of... more so due to other people than yourself. I clean it every weekend. But it is much harder to find time during school to clean it; however, virtually every week i manage to find time. You just have to be very careful with where you park and must be willing to walk if necessary to have it in a safe spot. I rarely park between spots. Always try to find an end spot or if its parallel parking then the first or last.

Thats my two cents.

spiike32 · 11-24-2012, 10:47 PM

I had my e36 in college and it was fine. Most people will respect your property but there are people that will get jealous. I remember a local frat took a 300 lbs boulder and hurled it onto the windshield of a parked jag.

jvsxn · 11-24-2012, 10:47 PM

I agree with a lot of their other members here. It's simply a car and yes I'd be pissed if anything happened to it but I drive it so that I can attend school which hopefully in turn will pay for a nicer car. Plus that's what insurance is for. If anyone knows De Anza College (Cupertino, CA), you must understand my fear.

Bicepus Maximus · 11-24-2012, 11:11 PM

Just like HellaFlush said, take the whip with you and try and fight off all the freshman vagina! Just don't be an idiot with it so it doesn't get beat up.

TheBingoBalls · 11-24-2012, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DZhengHellaFlush

Forgot to add that ive seen ferrari and lamborghini gtr driven by chinese students around campus...shyte daddy and mommy gotta have mad guap.

Yup. This year I've seen a GT-R, E60 M5 and a Porsche 911. Guess they gotta make it to class on time...

cuiter23 · 11-24-2012, 11:34 PM

Everyone in my school either drives a BMW, Audi, or Mercedes. Astons, Lambos and Ferraris are in abundance as well.

Back to your question, I live on residence and live about an hour away commute to school. Parking is expensive on campus but I find it a lot more convenient having a car rather than to have to take transit. Also, it would suck to have a 335i just to park it at home.

cuiter23 · 11-24-2012, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DZhengHellaFlush

Forgot to add that ive seen ferrari and lamborghini gtr driven by chinese students around campus...shyte daddy and mommy gotta have mad guap.

+1000

mashimarho · 11-25-2012, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by DZhengHellaFlush

Forgot to add that ive seen ferrari and lamborghini gtr driven by chinese students around campus...shyte daddy and mommy gotta have mad guap.

Try coming to East Lansing's MSU.
Top 10 best cars on college campus. This is where you will want to slap every international kid you see with an X6M as a winter beater.

kiwi29 · 11-25-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 1NS0MN1A

Its a bmw not a ferrari. Lol I don't understand this forum. I brought mine to the shittiest streets and im on lowered springs, 19s, and modded.

Lol right? Its all about knowing where you are. I've been thru what most people would call "the ghetto" and not a damn thing happen to me nor my car. Now imagine how much safer it is when they have security/ police patrolling the entire time... just park within their route and avoid being in the back of lots and tops of structures and you're perfect. Most people are too chicken shit to touch your car anyways.

AndreyT · 11-25-2012, 01:00 AM

Apparently in some universities they don't teach students to spell "beemer" properly...

reeltime · 11-25-2012, 01:56 AM

I take my car to school. Just don't park near shitboxes and you're good man!

mashimarho · 11-25-2012, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by AndreyT

Apparently in some universities they don't teach students to spell "beemer" properly...

Right. BECAUSE, it is spelled "Bimmer."

KwlAznKid · 11-25-2012, 09:11 AM

i drove all the cars ive had when i was in college at some point (except my 335i and 328i) no big deal, like someone said earlier it's not a huge deal, just park further if you're concerned

Eric335 · 11-25-2012, 09:46 AM

Does a bear shit in the woods?

catherineanh · 11-25-2012, 10:23 AM

yes, drove it last year every day!

R608 · 11-25-2012, 10:24 AM

I think you have to factor in the area and what kinds of cars others are driving at the school you're going to. If it's the kind of school where there are lots of students with nice cars, it's probably no big deal. If you're headed to a school like I went to that's in a small, humble town, and the students all drive pretty modest cars, a nice late-model Bimmer may be a vandalism magnet, especially if you keep it clean and park it out away from other cars to avoid door dings.

Other factors I'd consider would be whether or not there's a BMW dealer or good indy shop who will be able to service the car near where you'll be living, and whether you're okay with it sitting out in the elements all the time, probably only being washed at whatever car washes are available in the area.

If you're unsure about taking the car there, is it an option to go without the car for a while and see (a)if you feel like you even need it there, and (b)whether or not you feel comfortable having it there as you get to know the school, the area, etc.?

signman · 11-25-2012, 10:39 AM

I guess it depends on where you can park it, since you probably wont use it everyday. Then where can you wash it and all that. Weather issues depending on where you are. But why go home on a bus when you can get back home is your BMW. Choice made!

chaz_master · 11-25-2012, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by DZhengHellaFlush

agree

They love flaunting it. Check out the Moncler Audi guy is wearing.

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1NS0MN1A Lieutenant 50 Rep 573 Posts Drives: IS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Location iTrader: (7)	Its a bmw not a ferrari. Lol I don't understand this forum. I brought mine to the shittiest streets and im on lowered springs, 19s, and modded.
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efdiesel3s Halle Berry or Hallelujah 1 Rep 57 Posts Drives: '11 335d, '93 fd3s, '90 e30 m3 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	depends on what city you are going to live in and if having a car is a necessity or luxury. If you are going to a university in a place such as Los Angeles yes you should have a car. But If you are going to school in a metropolis type setting like New York, Chicago, or San Fran where parking is hella expensive and challenging, then no.
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Tim M Just a regular guy. 60 Rep 514 Posts Drives: Alpine White M3 Sedan Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: CA iTrader: (2)	Streets of Malibu, dawg! Straight up! Word!
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spiike32 Major 78 Rep 1,127 Posts Drives: Mineral White F80 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: IL iTrader: (9)	I had my e36 in college and it was fine. Most people will respect your property but there are people that will get jealous. I remember a local frat took a 300 lbs boulder and hurled it onto the windshield of a parked jag. __________________ Current: Tesla Model 3 Performance Retired: F80 M3, FBO 335i, 318ti, C7 Stingray
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jvsxn Lieutenant Colonel 101 Rep 1,727 Posts Drives: e-ninety Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (8)	I agree with a lot of their other members here. It's simply a car and yes I'd be pissed if anything happened to it but I drive it so that I can attend school which hopefully in turn will pay for a nicer car. Plus that's what insurance is for. If anyone knows De Anza College (Cupertino, CA), you must understand my fear. __________________ Hiatus
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Bicepus Maximus Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: e92 335i xdrive Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Edmonton iTrader: (0)	Just like HellaFlush said, take the whip with you and try and fight off all the freshman vagina! Just don't be an idiot with it so it doesn't get beat up.
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cuiter23 Major 81 Rep 1,094 Posts Drives: 2023 G87 M2 6Spd Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Canada iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 328i [6.00]	Everyone in my school either drives a BMW, Audi, or Mercedes. Astons, Lambos and Ferraris are in abundance as well. Back to your question, I live on residence and live about an hour away commute to school. Parking is expensive on campus but I find it a lot more convenient having a car rather than to have to take transit. Also, it would suck to have a 335i just to park it at home. __________________ [SOLD] 2007 E90 328i - Titanium Metallic l 19" VMR V710 l H&R Trak+ Spacers l M-Sport Rear Bumper l Mtech Rear Lip Spoiler l Hamann Front Lip l Eibach Sportline l AA N52 Signature Exhaust l OEM Blacklines l MTEC V3 AE l 6000K HID l Nokya 7000K Fogs l MTEC License Plate LED l Interior LED l 15% Tint l BlackVue DR380G-HD + PMP 2023 G87 M2 6Spd - HEA Package \| OEM M Performance Carbon Wing
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AndreyT Major 57 Rep 1,038 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Sedan, Sport Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Northern California iTrader: (0)	Apparently in some universities they don't teach students to spell "beemer" properly...
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reeltime Captain 68 Rep 738 Posts Drives: 2015 M4 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: MA iTrader: (3)	I take my car to school. Just don't park near shitboxes and you're good man! __________________ 2015 AW/SO 6MT F82 M4
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KwlAznKid Brigadier General 352 Rep 3,036 Posts Drives: BMW/MERCEDES/PORSCHE Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Los Angeles/Fremont USC/UCSD Alum iTrader: (6)	i drove all the cars ive had when i was in college at some point (except my 335i and 328i) no big deal, like someone said earlier it's not a huge deal, just park further if you're concerned __________________ BMW E93 M3 / Mercedes Benz W209 CLK500 BMW E64 650I(sold) / BMW E92 328I(sold) / BMW E46 M3(sold) / BMW E92 335I(sold) Porsche 996 911 C2(sold) / BMW E46 325CI(totaled)
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Eric335 Colonel 130 Rep 2,490 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 SG 335i 6MT Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SW Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [7.66]	Does a bear shit in the woods? __________________
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R608 Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 284 Posts Drives: 2011 328i M-Sport (RWD/6MT) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: WNY iTrader: (0)	I think you have to factor in the area and what kinds of cars others are driving at the school you're going to. If it's the kind of school where there are lots of students with nice cars, it's probably no big deal. If you're headed to a school like I went to that's in a small, humble town, and the students all drive pretty modest cars, a nice late-model Bimmer may be a vandalism magnet, especially if you keep it clean and park it out away from other cars to avoid door dings. Other factors I'd consider would be whether or not there's a BMW dealer or good indy shop who will be able to service the car near where you'll be living, and whether you're okay with it sitting out in the elements all the time, probably only being washed at whatever car washes are available in the area. If you're unsure about taking the car there, is it an option to go without the car for a while and see (a)if you feel like you even need it there, and (b)whether or not you feel comfortable having it there as you get to know the school, the area, etc.?
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signman Private 0 Rep 60 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: westchester county ny iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 BMW 330i [0.00]	I guess it depends on where you can park it, since you probably wont use it everyday. Then where can you wash it and all that. Weather issues depending on where you are. But why go home on a bus when you can get back home is your BMW. Choice made! __________________
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