Official Houston Thread (#2)

tee.tran · 05-18-2011, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Litos

They're all like 50+ year olds!!!!!! HAHAHAH.

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Originally Posted by dcho

tee, vigorous, hooy, nate, cossio. anyone want to get a caravan going?

I'll text them and ask.

Hooy · 05-18-2011, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by dcho

tee, vigorous, hooy, nate, cossio. anyone want to get a caravan going?

YES. But I'm out of town til Monday, then leaving town again Friday. I'll be available in June!

Dr. Nate · 05-18-2011, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by tee.tran

I'll text them and ask.

Let me know how that works out for ya. No on here has my phone number.

Is this thing free, is just like a street meet?

-Nate

Hooy · 05-18-2011, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Nate

Let me know how that works out for ya. No on here has my phone number.

Is this thing free, is just like a street meet?

-Nate

Just cruising somewhere together. Free!

Litos · 05-18-2011, 01:21 PM

yeah, bunch of oil/gas workers that just got off of work go in there to download......

i do it once a week or so....

Vigorous · 05-18-2011, 01:24 PM

Actually, they just changed a few things for this meet. It's $5 for reserved "premium" parking, which is like 100 front spots. Then all the other spots are free. Once that gets full and they block off entrances, you will have to park elsewhere. Security will not allow just roaming through the lanes over and over like before.

dcho · 05-18-2011, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Vigorous

Actually, they just changed a few things for this meet. It's $5 for reserved "premium" parking, which is like 100 front spots. Then all the other spots are free. Once that gets full and they block off entrances, you will have to park elsewhere. Security will not allow just roaming through the lanes over and over like before.

ya, seems like theyre enforcing that people are not allowed to drive with their doors or trunks open anymore.

no lambo doors on my bmw so hopefully that eliminates a demographic right there

Dr. Nate · 05-18-2011, 04:41 PM

You guys are starting to make this sound like place I probably shouldn't be bringing a car that costs more then $5,000 too.

-Nate

Litos · 05-18-2011, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Nate

You guys are starting to make this sound like place I probably shouldn't be bringing a car that costs more then $5,000 too.

-Nate

..........or German

Vigorous · 05-18-2011, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Nate

You guys are starting to make this sound like place I probably shouldn't be bringing a car that costs more then $5,000 too.

-Nate

To help you decide, here are pics from last month's meet:
http://www.houston-imports.com/forum...d.php?t=616291

thecossio · 05-18-2011, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Vigorous

To help you decide, here are pics from last month's meet:
http://www.houston-imports.com/forum...d.php?t=616291

Nothing but tools!

Vigorous · 05-18-2011, 08:53 PM

Well of course, its an open import car meet. There will be tools at every car related function. It's part of the culture. I enjoy a BMW only meet like all of us, but I also like to look at a variety of modded cars. If you don't like that scene, then I'll see ya at the next BMW meet.
MONTEGGGGOOOOOO!!!

Esco · 05-18-2011, 09:08 PM

Ok, so forgive this newbish question but those import pics prompted it... I sometimes get a questionable look from a G35er or 350zer on the road, almost as if they want to sprint down the street...I'm too paranoid of getting a ticket so I never react.

How does the power of my 335i compare to the typical G35 or 350z? I have no engine mods and have an automatic so I think that's why I'm so hesitant...

I'm in no way fully educated on the car's capabilities and just how much power I have but I defiantly feel it when I'm zipping around town.. I've never been big into speed much, as you can probably tell, but bought a 335i so I'd have it when I need it!

Sherwood · 05-18-2011, 09:29 PM

You would crush a na g35 or 350z. I had a g35 two cars ago and it was slow compared to my 335.

thecossio · 05-18-2011, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Vigorous

Well of course, its an open import car meet. There will be tools at every car related function. It's part of the culture. I enjoy a BMW only meet like all of us, but I also like to look at a variety of modded cars. If you don't like that scene, then I'll see ya at the next BMW meet.
MONTEGGGGOOOOOO!!!

I mean... brake dancing? really?

thecossio · 05-18-2011, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Esco

Ok, so forgive this newbish question but those import pics prompted it... I sometimes get a questionable look from a G35er or 350zer on the road, almost as if they want to sprint down the street...I'm too paranoid of getting a ticket so I never react.

How does the power of my 335i compare to the typical G35 or 350z? I have no engine mods and have an automatic so I think that's why I'm so hesitant...

I'm in no way fully educated on the car's capabilities and just how much power I have but I defiantly feel it when I'm zipping around town.. I've never been big into speed much, as you can probably tell, but bought a 335i so I'd have it when I need it!

http://www.insideline.com/bmw/3-seri...initi-g37.html

0-60 mph (sec.) 5.4 Infiniti
0-60 mph (sec.) 4.8 bmw

Hooy · 05-18-2011, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Esco

Ok, so forgive this newbish question but those import pics prompted it... I sometimes get a questionable look from a G35er or 350zer on the road, almost as if they want to sprint down the street...I'm too paranoid of getting a ticket so I never react.

How does the power of my 335i compare to the typical G35 or 350z? I have no engine mods and have an automatic so I think that's why I'm so hesitant...

I'm in no way fully educated on the car's capabilities and just how much power I have but I defiantly feel it when I'm zipping around town.. I've never been big into speed much, as you can probably tell, but bought a 335i so I'd have it when I need it!

335 will destroy a G or 350Z stock for stock.

thecossio · 05-18-2011, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Hooy

335 will destroy a G or 350Z stock for stock.

I would not say destroy.
Beat is a better word

Dr. Nate · 05-19-2011, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Vigorous

Well of course, its an open import car meet. There will be tools at every car related function. It's part of the culture. I enjoy a BMW only meet like all of us, but I also like to look at a variety of modded cars. If you don't like that scene, then I'll see ya at the next BMW meet.
MONTEGGGGOOOOOO!!!

I agree, there will always be some clown in any group (except for us). I like to see what other people are interested in.

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Originally Posted by thecossio

I mean... brake dancing? really?

Yeah I don't understand that, the DJ, or the video games. Maybe I'm just too old school, but I'm more of the show up at a parking lot, check out each other's rides, and setup some fun runs afterwards at a discreet location. I don't mean to sound like a snob, but there is a big difference between a Scion tC and a BMW.

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Originally Posted by Hooy

335 will destroy a G or 350Z stock for stock.

My 328i sedan has no trouble pulling away from one. It is even more apparent from a role. The Z and G have been under powered and they are pretty expensive to make have anymore power beyond CAI and exhaust.

-Nate

NaNo_F1 · 05-19-2011, 08:35 AM

Hit the largest fucking bump coming out of IAH last night, I thought my car would fly off the ground, checked it today, no damage to anything...I love my 17" stockers! Anything else would have ripped in half for sure plus Im not running run-flats so a flat coming back from the airport would have made my night pretty miserable.
Anyway, just sharing my story, I was pretty fucking pissed at the time though.

Dr. Nate · 05-19-2011, 09:30 AM

Good morning everyone. Looks like I'm heading to Texas City and the Texas Medical Center today to meet clients.

-Nate

Litos · 05-19-2011, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by thecossio

I would not say destroy.
Beat is a better word

as far as a G35 and a 350Z - destroyed is the perfect choice of words.

now, if you're gonna run a G37 or a 370Z, you maaaybe be able to beat one.

p.s.
only vehicle capable of beating 335's is the ZR1.

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05-18-2011, 01:24 PM	#1062
Vigorous First Lieutenant 13 Rep 364 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (3)	Actually, they just changed a few things for this meet. It's $5 for reserved "premium" parking, which is like 100 front spots. Then all the other spots are free. Once that gets full and they block off entrances, you will have to park elsewhere. Security will not allow just roaming through the lanes over and over like before. __________________ 2007 Montego Blue 335i Coupe / VRSF Downpipes / ETS Intercooler / Injen Intake / Alufelgen SF-71 Hyperblack / Orion V4 Angel Eyes / Aero Lip / M3 Side Skirts / CSL Trunk / Roof Spoiler / HID 3000k Fogs / Painted Shadowline Trim / Lowering Perches
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05-18-2011, 04:41 PM	#1064
Dr. Nate Nate Dogg 8 Rep 437 Posts Drives: 2011 328i Saloon Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, Texas iTrader: (0)	You guys are starting to make this sound like place I probably shouldn't be bringing a car that costs more then $5,000 too. -Nate __________________ 2011 BMW 328i by weekend, various airplanes by week.
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05-18-2011, 08:53 PM	#1068
Vigorous First Lieutenant 13 Rep 364 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (3)	Well of course, its an open import car meet. There will be tools at every car related function. It's part of the culture. I enjoy a BMW only meet like all of us, but I also like to look at a variety of modded cars. If you don't like that scene, then I'll see ya at the next BMW meet. MONTEGGGGOOOOOO!!! __________________ 2007 Montego Blue 335i Coupe / VRSF Downpipes / ETS Intercooler / Injen Intake / Alufelgen SF-71 Hyperblack / Orion V4 Angel Eyes / Aero Lip / M3 Side Skirts / CSL Trunk / Roof Spoiler / HID 3000k Fogs / Painted Shadowline Trim / Lowering Perches
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05-18-2011, 09:08 PM	#1069
Esco Private First Class 14 Rep 114 Posts Drives: 2015 F30 335i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (2)	Ok, so forgive this newbish question but those import pics prompted it... I sometimes get a questionable look from a G35er or 350zer on the road, almost as if they want to sprint down the street...I'm too paranoid of getting a ticket so I never react. How does the power of my 335i compare to the typical G35 or 350z? I have no engine mods and have an automatic so I think that's why I'm so hesitant... I'm in no way fully educated on the car's capabilities and just how much power I have but I defiantly feel it when I'm zipping around town.. I've never been big into speed much, as you can probably tell, but bought a 335i so I'd have it when I need it! Last edited by Esco; 05-18-2011 at 09:34 PM..
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05-18-2011, 09:29 PM	#1070
Sherwood Second Lieutenant 5 Rep 230 Posts Drives: SMG 335i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Houston iTrader: (3)	You would crush a na g35 or 350z. I had a g35 two cars ago and it was slow compared to my 335.
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05-19-2011, 08:35 AM	#1076
NaNo_F1 Lieutenant 14 Rep 434 Posts Drives: 07 E90 328i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (9)	Hit the largest fucking bump coming out of IAH last night, I thought my car would fly off the ground, checked it today, no damage to anything...I love my 17" stockers! Anything else would have ripped in half for sure plus Im not running run-flats so a flat coming back from the airport would have made my night pretty miserable. Anyway, just sharing my story, I was pretty fucking pissed at the time though.
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05-19-2011, 09:30 AM	#1077
Dr. Nate Nate Dogg 8 Rep 437 Posts Drives: 2011 328i Saloon Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston, Texas iTrader: (0)	Good morning everyone. Looks like I'm heading to Texas City and the Texas Medical Center today to meet clients. -Nate __________________ 2011 BMW 328i by weekend, various airplanes by week.
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