|
|
|
|
|
|
BMW Garage | BMW Meets | Register | Search | Today's Posts | Mark Forums Read |
|
BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum
>
New Ride - 2011 328 M-Sport ... first 6MT
|
|
06-23-2011, 05:02 PM | #1 |
Major
119
Rep 1,051
Posts |
New Ride - 2011 328 M-Sport ... first 6MT
Big change for me. First a little background:
I am coming from a 2008 335xi (step) to a 2011 328i Msport 6MT. The 335 was totaled about 2 months ago (see pic below) and like most on here I there was not really a whole lot of question as to what I would get next, just a question of what BMW. Problem was I needed something fast, well that didnt happen. I looked at a couple of CPO'd 335s and some new cars at various dealers and I decided I just wanted to get exactly what I wanted so I ordered. I talked to Ryan at Steve Thomas and he was a huge help. There's no doubt I will be ordering from him next time around, but time and convenience were major factors this time around and I got my CA I leased the 2008 from to come close to matching Ryan's numbers (although not quite, and with a lot more headache). The last manual car I drove on a public road was an e46 M3 'vert back in 2004 (aside from BKR335's 335 a couple months ago, but that was just a parking lot), and before that the manual cars I have driven were not numerous ... but I knew that's what I wanted. Anyway, with zero practice I went to the dealer to take delivery late Tuesday. Still have a lot of work to do getting that 1st gear down, but in less than 2 days I know I made the right choice joining the 6MT club ... if a little late. Below are some quick pics of the old car, the demise of the old car and the new car (and a co-worker's car, I would obviously prefer). I have OEM Performance Grills ready to go on, tints are happening tomorrow and painted reflectors are next. Once I get used to the 6MT CDV delete and either AA or PBX are probably next. Interior is Chestnut/Light Burl. Its a great combo, the chestnut really brings out the red in the wood and it all ties together perfectly with the anthracite headliner. I will post more/better pics, plus interior pics once I get the Grills and tint, as well as some more detailed impressions. I can say right off the bat, the biggest thing I miss from my 2008 (other than the N54) is Comfort Access. I did not realize how convenient that was. I guess the new iDrive makes up for it though. |
06-23-2011, 07:04 PM | #2 |
Diamond Geezer
212
Rep 2,385
Posts
Drives: Jet Black 2007 328i Saloon
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Florida
|
it looks sharp. I like the wheels.
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-23-2011, 07:12 PM | #3 |
Private
7
Rep 59
Posts
Drives: 3 series M sports
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Dongducheon(CP CASEY)
|
Congrats on your new 328i. I am just curious, why did you decide on 328i after 335i. Most people would upgrade. 'Anyhow, I am my second E90 and happy with it. As with standard BMW, my first E90 was manual and it was easy to drive. Specially starting at uphill with 3 seconds delay. You don't have to worry hitting the car behind you.
__________________
[SIGPIC]2011 328i M sports package
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-23-2011, 10:46 PM | #5 |
First Lieutenant
26
Rep 303
Posts |
West German, nice. That's where I got my CPO. Who was your sales rep?
Also, how has the decrease in power felt? Does 6MT allow you extract enough power to make it feel somewhat close to a 335i A/T or is it not even close? |
Appreciate
0
|
06-23-2011, 11:10 PM | #6 |
Private
26
Rep 99
Posts |
So did you mean to put the focus on the M3 in the back ground. Lol. Damn I like the way the newer e90's look. Congrats on the new car. Glad your ok after the wreck.
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 06:56 AM | #8 |
Major
72
Rep 1,388
Posts |
Tint, grills, LUX
Rolling shots tomorrow afternoon?
__________________
E90 M3 Space/Fox/6MT
E92 335i BSM/Saddle/6MT - Sold |
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 07:00 AM | #9 |
Lieutenant General
1693
Rep 14,829
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 07:05 AM | #10 | |
Major
72
Rep 1,388
Posts |
Quote:
AWD auto transmission to RWD 6MT is a pretty big transition, although I know what you mean. I went from a bigwheel to the space shuttle endeavor, so, you know, my thread on that was pretty baller.
__________________
E90 M3 Space/Fox/6MT
E92 335i BSM/Saddle/6MT - Sold |
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 07:49 AM | #11 | ||||
Major
119
Rep 1,051
Posts |
Quote:
Quote:
Quote:
Quote:
Done and done (or maybe tomorrow) updated pics with tint and Performance Grills later tonight |
||||
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 09:44 AM | #12 |
Big Beaver Smile
2101
Rep 3,786
Posts |
Congratulations, it is beautiful!
For me, I don't consider it a "downgrade" at all like most people do. I'd easily be able to go back to a 328 6-speed if something happened to my 335. And I love that "West German" badge that your dealership puts on their cars. The first time I saw one, I thought it was for some kind of performance parts. I usually hate all badges, but I like that one.
__________________
______________________________________________
Current- '21 430 , '19 911, 07 M6 ,'17 Jeep Wrangler, "23 Bronco OBXluxsquatch |
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 10:17 AM | #13 |
Resident BMW Fanboy
259
Rep 866
Posts |
Congrats! You have an awesome car. Oh yeah, West German FTW!
__________________
Current: '20 F82 M4cs SMB / '13 640i M-Sport Carbon Black
Past: F30 330xi Luxury Line / F22 M235i 6MT / E92 335i / E46 330ci / E36 328i 5MT |
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 10:45 AM | #14 |
Captain
9
Rep 964
Posts |
Nice ride. I have the Chestnut interior with Space Gray myself. They work very well together and I like that not a lot of people go with the Chestnut. Feels more luxurious and exclusive.
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 12:44 PM | #15 |
Major
78
Rep 1,073
Posts |
Blowing the minds of 335i owners by "Downgrading" your horsepower.
Sweet looking ride. Has anyone ever went "M" instead of Turbo? I thought of that very car for a e91 and doing a euro delivery. Good luck with it. Been a long time but have to have the wife buy in on it or its just another arguement waiting to happen. THe power on the 328i MT is pretty good. I would not have a 328i in Step as the torque convert does rob it of power, but 335i in step is pretty lame in my book. LIke playing a video game in "beginner" mode. When you get familiar with the 328i you can have a lot of fun with it. |
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 06:10 PM | #17 |
Brigadier General
1394
Rep 4,064
Posts
Drives: BMW M3
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Blue Bell, PA
|
Awesome ride, congratulations! And welcome to the 6MT club.
I was in a very similar boat ... got a 6MT car, went to the dealer with 2 hrs experience behind a 5 speed Chevy. Scared the shit out of me at first - I had to drive in a traffic jam with my new BMW for an hour on the way home, up a f*cking hill. 1st ... yeah it is tricky. I rev to 1500RPM, let off the clutch and pause briefly at the grab point, applying more gas as I let it out. Gets off smooth almost every time. Dunno how the 328 is, but I can no-gas launch really easily. Getting comfortable with no-gas launches really improved my launches. I rarely ever shift before 3500RPM w/ 1st + 2nd gears. Car seems to like that number for some reason (just the way the revs fall). /babbling Almost went to WG to get my BMW, but ended up going to Devon Hill because a co-worker knew people there. WG was very professional with me and I'd recommend them as well. Congrats again. I like your mod list. Edit: Oh and CDV delete is totally worth it. I just had mine done, so much easier to launch smoothly. Also no hesitation shifting at higher RPM.
__________________
2024 BMW M3 Sedan Frozen Pure Grey II/Fjord Blue, 6MT
Past: 2021 Z4 M40i Frozen Grey II/Black Alcantara | 2017 F30 340i Mineral Gray/Coral Red, 6MT | 2011 E92 335i Le Mans Blue/Black, 6MT Last edited by CJ421; 06-24-2011 at 09:22 PM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 06:11 PM | #18 |
Captain
167
Rep 838
Posts |
welcome to the M-Sport and 6mt club!
__________________
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 06:59 PM | #19 |
Vagabond
6
Rep 141
Posts
Drives: 2014 X6M
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Northern VA
|
Awesome car! Looks great. Welcome to the 6MT club -- in a while you'll never be able to go back.
__________________
Coming soon
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 08:26 PM | #20 |
Brigadier General
1394
Rep 4,064
Posts
Drives: BMW M3
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Blue Bell, PA
|
Hey man I think I just saw your ride ... were you just driving by Plymouth Elementary school? Saw you at the 4-way intersection just ahead of it.
__________________
2024 BMW M3 Sedan Frozen Pure Grey II/Fjord Blue, 6MT
Past: 2021 Z4 M40i Frozen Grey II/Black Alcantara | 2017 F30 340i Mineral Gray/Coral Red, 6MT | 2011 E92 335i Le Mans Blue/Black, 6MT |
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 09:18 PM | #21 | |
Freude am fahren
71
Rep 1,968
Posts
Drives: E90 N54
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Doylestown, PA
|
Congrats OP. I love those M sport wheels. I just went the other direction, up to a 335i and I couldn't see myself ever changing back. Don't get me wrong, I am not saying it is better or worse, just my 2 Lincolns. Hope you have better luck with this one!
Quote:
this is the thing I miss the most about my 328!!! I got more compliments on that combo...even from the salesmen at BMW dealerships!
__________________
Cobb E40 PROtune by Jake@PTF/RR catless DPs/aFe DCI/ETS 5" FMIC/ER CP/Forge DVs/Alpina B3 TCU flash/BMW Perf. Exhaust./BMW Performance Style 313s/M-Tech Rear
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-24-2011, 09:34 PM | #22 |
First Lieutenant
17
Rep 324
Posts |
Your color combo was my 2nd choice, but I wound up going with my 1st choise (AW/black) because white is cooler here in the sunny south. Yours will hide dirt better, though.
Although some don't like the M-sport package, it's one of the features that I really like about my car. I've received a lot of compliments about the wheels, the stance, and interior on my car in the few short weeks I've had it. As for picking a 328i vs. 335i, it's a matter of personal preference. As long as you went for a 6MT car with sport, it's a good combo. Enjoy!
__________________
'11 BMW 335i (Alpine White) M-Sport, Premium, Heated Seats, HK, 6MT, dealer-installed PPK, ER Charge Pipe, Euro Delivery 5/11/2011
'05 Lotus Elise (Arctic Silver) Sport, HT, Stage II, Odyssey PC925, Lotus Cup 240R Wheels '87 Nissan Pickup (Burgandy) King Cab '17 Audi A4 Ultra, Monsoon Grey, Wife's car |
Appreciate
0
|
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
|
|