E46's are like buses - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

mjh93sa · 08-16-2006, 01:58 PM

Joined the M5 for the cruise home tonight and tucked in behind a Silver Grey 330d. We cruised for a while until coming up behind a Silver Grey 320d, who then sped up to join formation.

It was almost like a mini UK1, but with three Silver Grey E46's in close formation.

I almost wanted to keep going when I reached my junction

vivekk · 08-16-2006, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by OilBurner

Joined the M5 for the cruise home tonight and tucked in behind a Silver Grey 330d. We cruised for a while until coming up behind a Silver Grey 320d, who then sped up to join formation.

It was almost like a mini UK1, but with three Silver Grey E46's in close formation.

I almost wanted to keep going when I reached my junction

I know the feeling Matt!

There's a TiAg e90 that I sometimes see on my way to & from work, but I still haven't found out where it's from.

There's a lot more e90s & e91s I see along the A1 & A19 around Teesside.
The 'convoy' feeling is great!

Viv

ES-Jet · 08-17-2006, 03:29 AM

When I had my jet black E46, I used to see exactly the same model coming the other way every day. Many times I thought about giving the driver a wave, but he would probably think I was a bit of a berk. So many BMW drivers aren't interested in the car per se, just the badge.

Obviously that doesn't apply to anyone on here (as this is an enthusiast's site!)

BTW - Viv - sorry if I appear thick but what is a "TiAg" E90?

Cheers
Phil

isleaiw · 08-17-2006, 03:31 AM

Glad you asked that question - was beginning to feel very thick. I thought the Ti might be abbreviation for Titanium (as in silver!) but struggle with the Ag!

Ian

- Paul - · 08-17-2006, 04:24 AM

Titanium Silver

http://www.webelements.com/webelemen...xt/Ag/key.html

isleaiw · 08-17-2006, 07:48 AM

Better stop calloing mine silver then and go for the official wording!

Anything else that us new boys need to know to make our cars sound even better than they already are???

Ian

- Paul - · 08-17-2006, 07:53 AM

You had a look through this thread ?

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11465

Snake Pliskin · 08-17-2006, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

You had a look through this thread ?

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11465

Crikey, a link for everything ... nice

Snake Pliskin · 08-17-2006, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ES-Jet

When I had my jet black E46, I used to see exactly the same model coming the other way every day. Many times I thought about giving the driver a wave, but he would probably think I was a bit of a berk. So many BMW drivers aren't interested in the car per se, just the badge.

Obviously that doesn't apply to anyone on here (as this is an enthusiast's site!)

BTW - Viv - sorry if I appear thick but what is a "TiAg" E90?

Cheers
Phil

You are quite right.

It is very refreshing to know there are fellow BMW ethusiasts out there who truly appreciate the car.

There is a lot of stigma out there regarding "some" BMW drivers and I am already getting stick, before I've even got the car ...

I need to learn to cut people up
Get really close behind other cars bumpers
NOT to wave people out of junctions etc ahead of me
Speed down the fast last on motorways

ha ha ha

I just laugh it off

ES-Jet · 08-17-2006, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Snake Pliskin

You are quite right.

It is very refreshing to know there are fellow BMW ethusiasts out there who truly appreciate the car.

There is a lot of stigma out there regarding "some" BMW drivers and I am already getting stick, before I've even got the car ...

I need to learn to cut people up
Get really close behind other cars bumpers
NOT to wave people out of junctions etc ahead of me
Speed down the fast last on motorways

ha ha ha

I just laugh it off

That's the best way I guess. In my 14 months of my old E46 to be honest I didn't notice I was being treated any different to any other driver on the road. However, odd thing is, when I had a Saab for 4 months, people almost fell over themselves to let me out at junctions, and even my 50 yr female neighbour commented on it.

The typical BMW driver myth is just that - a myth. I feel that quite often they are now driven by proper enthusiasts who like well engineered, well performing, well handling cars. Sure the brand name has kudos too, but if you're into brand only, you'll probably end up in an Audi, Merc or maybe even a Saab(?).

The aspirational types who gave the brand a bad name, now drive Audi TT's!!

NFS · 08-17-2006, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Snake Pliskin

I need to learn to cut people up
Get really close behind other cars bumpers
NOT to wave people out of junctions etc ahead of me
Speed down the fast last on motorways

It's alright - it'll be second nature to you in no time

Snake Pliskin · 08-17-2006, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by needforspeed

It's alright - it'll be second nature to you in no time

.. ha ha ha !!

vivekk · 08-17-2006, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake Pliskin

...I need to learn to cut people up
Get really close behind other cars bumpers
NOT to wave people out of junctions etc ahead of me
Speed down the fast last on motorways

ha ha ha

I just laugh it off

If you join a convoy down to Donington, Snake, we'll show you how to do all of that & more!

If paddywac comes to the meet, I'm sure he'll provide an in-depth masterclass of 'BMW etiquette'!

Blocking 3 lanes of the M1 with e90s is a nice sight to see!

Viv

Snake Pliskin · 08-18-2006, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by vivekk

If you join a convoy down to Donington, Snake, we'll show you how to do all of that & more!

If paddywac comes to the meet, I'm sure he'll provide an in-depth masterclass of 'BMW etiquette'!

Blocking 3 lanes of the M1 with e90s is a nice sight to see!

Viv

Hey that sounds cool

isleaiw · 08-18-2006, 10:33 AM

I might be able to spare time to watch that go buy when you pass Chesterfield - a sight for sore eyes, no less.

SoYank · 08-18-2006, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by vivekk

If you join a convoy down to Donington, Snake, we'll show you how to do all of that & more!

If paddywac comes to the meet, I'm sure he'll provide an in-depth masterclass of 'BMW etiquette'!

Blocking 3 lanes of the M1 with e90s is a nice sight to see!

Viv

I've convoyed with vivekk and he does practice what he preaches.

vivekk · 08-18-2006, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by SoYank

I've convoyed with vivekk and he does practice what he preaches.

Thanks for that Floyd!

For the last meet, myself, Floyd, Paul (1stnewcar) & Craig (Flyingdwarf) all convoyed down to Donington, along the A1 & M1, stopped off at one of the services & carried on.

I think we all had a great time driving along together.
Seeing other e90s & being part of the moving convoy was a great feeling.
I'm looking forward to doing it again.

If anyone else wants to join us, then feel free.

Viv

08-16-2006, 01:58 PM	#1
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08-17-2006, 04:24 AM	#5
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08-17-2006, 03:29 AM	#3
ES-Jet Second Lieutenant Drives: 320d ES Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 227 iTrader: (0)	When I had my jet black E46, I used to see exactly the same model coming the other way every day. Many times I thought about giving the driver a wave, but he would probably think I was a bit of a berk. So many BMW drivers aren't interested in the car per se, just the badge. Obviously that doesn't apply to anyone on here (as this is an enthusiast's site!) BTW - Viv - sorry if I appear thick but what is a "TiAg" E90? Cheers Phil

08-17-2006, 03:31 AM	#4
isleaiw Private First Class Drives: 330d SE, silver with black lea Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: UK - Derbyshire Posts: 66 iTrader: (0)	Glad you asked that question - was beginning to feel very thick. I thought the Ti might be abbreviation for Titanium (as in silver!) but struggle with the Ag! Ian

08-17-2006, 07:48 AM	#6
isleaiw Private First Class Drives: 330d SE, silver with black lea Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: UK - Derbyshire Posts: 66 iTrader: (0)	Better stop calloing mine silver then and go for the official wording! Anything else that us new boys need to know to make our cars sound even better than they already are??? Ian

08-18-2006, 10:33 AM	#15
isleaiw Private First Class Drives: 330d SE, silver with black lea Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: UK - Derbyshire Posts: 66 iTrader: (0)	I might be able to spare time to watch that go buy when you pass Chesterfield - a sight for sore eyes, no less.