New Member Introduction - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Bravecat · 12-14-2006, 12:17 PM

Hi All, I recently traded in my 04 530d E60 for my E90 330d M Sport. This is my 3rd BMW and the best i have yet owned.

There is lots of great info on this site and i like reading all the treads, so i thought i should introduce myself. I live in Nortampton in the UK and also own 2 motorcycles, an 06 Honda CBR1000RR and a Kawasaki 750 Zephyr.

Thanks and look forward to reading many more topics.

oneshare325 · 12-14-2006, 12:34 PM

Welcome the the forum and congrats on the ride! Looks great!! Enjoy your new baby!

- Paul - · 12-14-2006, 12:39 PM

Welcome to the club mate - a friendly bunch in here. You should have bought this:-

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...17#description

booforty · 12-14-2006, 01:27 PM

Welcome to the forum! Keep an eye out for the next UK E90/E91/E92 meet, usually in the Derby area!

booforty · 12-14-2006, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

Welcome to the club mate - a friendly bunch in here. You should have bought this:-

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...17#description

Paul, its so you...

mjh93sa · 12-14-2006, 01:55 PM

Welcome to the forum! Nice looking car.

As Paul says, the meets are usually in the pretty local to you. We could do with a 330d showing up to show these 330i guys what torque is all about!

vivekk · 12-14-2006, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beauforty

Paul, its so you...

I wasn't going to say it....nice one MF!

Welcome to the UK section, Bravecat.

It would be good to see you at the next meet- you could end up as a third TiAg in a great shot like these, courtesy of Matt (mjh93sa):

BTW- what were you upto in that second shot MF- did your short shifter fall apart, or what?

Viv

- Paul - · 12-14-2006, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beauforty

Paul, its so you...

If that was for sale - I'd be all over it!

ES-Jet · 12-14-2006, 04:05 PM

Welcome to the site. Nice car

red355 · 12-14-2006, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bravecat

I live in Nortampton

Nice wheels..wish I could have spec'd them on my coupe

I travel to work in Brackmills each day so I might see you on the road....
....didn't want to say bump into you

Micky Dee · 12-14-2006, 04:58 PM

Lovely looking motor. Welcome to the forum!

MarkA · 12-14-2006, 06:29 PM

Welcome! nice car!

Bravecat · 12-15-2006, 04:53 AM

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome... I'll look out for the next meet!

NFS · 12-15-2006, 06:17 AM

Welcome - nice car !

I also swapped from an 04 530d.

How are you finding the e90 compares to the e60?

Bravecat · 12-15-2006, 07:46 AM

I considered lots before I changed, I did like the 5, but my annual mileage (thus my requirements) changed so I had been thinking about going back to a 3 for some time, here are some initial thoughts.

I think both are fantastic cars, but I like the E90 more, it feels more taught and planted on the road, the cabin is more compact that I feel more in touch with the car, which is what I like in a car. Both cars are good, the 5 was the Solid Edge, and had a more executive feel, while the 3 is pure sports saloon, with great ‘round town’ manners.

The ride is not as smooth with the 3, but I expected that getting the M sport version with stiffer suspension.

The 3 has the updated 3 liter diesel engine which has more power than the 5 had. Although the 5 had plenty of grunts, the 3 is a lot more urgent and sporty, I attribute this to the more powerful engine, sports suspension and a lighter car.

3 years ago I would not have dreamt of owning a diesel or an auto, but the engines in the 3/530d's mated to an excellent 6 speed auto have completely changed my mind. The torque is tremendous and feels never ending and I usually never notice the gear changes.

I also miss the space of the 5 on occasions, like family trips or transporting my golf kit. Boot space is not as good as the 5, I miss being able to throw all my golf kit and trolley in there without having to take a lot of care, or even having to put golf clubs on the rear seat, but I came live with that.

MPG is far better in the 3, (37.7) mpg compared to (32.4mpg) in the 5. On a run I can see 45mpg + in the 3, I never saw more than 37mpg 9 (Still Good though!) in the 5, and at £4.50+ ($7.50+) per gallon ity all counts :-) Because the 3 has a smaller tank the range seams about the same.

Although my 5 had more extras and toys, I don’t miss many of them. I like the Aux In for the stereo, I can play MP3 in all the disc drives and the professional Nav system in the 3 is a lot better than the business nav of the 5.

NFS · 12-15-2006, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bravecat

I think both are fantastic cars, but I like the E90 more, it feels more taught and planted on the road, the cabin is more compact that I feel more in touch with the car, which is what I like in a car. Both cars are good, the 5 was the Solid Edge, and had a more executive feel, while the 3 is pure sports saloon, with great ‘round town’ manners.

I agree. My e60 was the first 5 series I've had and I felt a little dissapointed. It was a great car, but not as focused as all my previous 3 series (i've had a few).

The only thing I feel you lose is the space, but the e90 is so much more involving, direct and nimble that you don't much care.

I also found the build quality much more like BMW of old and the seats much more comfy.

Unlike you I switched to petrol (heart ruling head) so my MPG is ridiculous - ah but what a noise !

Good luck with your new car.

12-14-2006, 12:17 PM	#1
Bravecat Enlisted Member Drives: 330d Msport, Titainium Silver Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Northampton, UK Posts: 40 iTrader: (0)	New Member Introduction Hi All, I recently traded in my 04 530d E60 for my E90 330d M Sport. This is my 3rd BMW and the best i have yet owned. There is lots of great info on this site and i like reading all the treads, so i thought i should introduce myself. I live in Nortampton in the UK and also own 2 motorcycles, an 06 Honda CBR1000RR and a Kawasaki 750 Zephyr. Thanks and look forward to reading many more topics. Attached Images
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12-14-2006, 12:34 PM	#2
oneshare325 Brigadier General Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Virginia, NoVA Posts: 4,164 iTrader: (11) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Welcome the the forum and congrats on the ride! Looks great!! Enjoy your new baby! __________________ Arctic/Gray/Alum/Step/ZPP/ZCW/Xenon Mods: Interior Xenon/Xenesis Fogs/330 Chrome Exhaust Tips/Rear fog light switch/Blacklines/Charcoal filter removal/K&N Drop in Filter/Smoked Vinyl Overlays/Blackout grill/Pearlescent Hand-Brake/Happy Robot Mod/CF Door Pillars/OEM style Trunk spoiler/CF Splitters/Smoked LED Turn Signal

12-14-2006, 12:39 PM	#3
- Paul - Major General Drives: see above. Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Yorkshire, UK Posts: 7,206 iTrader: (5) Garage List 2005 320D SE [5.00] 2005 645 [4.50]	Welcome to the club mate - a friendly bunch in here. You should have bought this:- http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...17#description __________________ My Photos

12-14-2006, 01:55 PM	#6
mjh93sa Major General Drives: M135i Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 5,074 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW M135i [5.00] 2011 Mini Countryma ... [2.75]	Welcome to the forum! Nice looking car. As Paul says, the meets are usually in the pretty local to you. We could do with a 330d showing up to show these 330i guys what torque is all about! __________________ Gone: Fiesta - Focus - E46 320dSE - E91 330dMSport - E82 135iMSport - R55 JCW Clubman Now: M135i with lots of toys

12-14-2006, 04:05 PM	#9
ES-Jet Second Lieutenant Drives: 320d ES Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 227 iTrader: (0)	Welcome to the site. Nice car __________________ 320d ES - SG - 156 alloys, sunroof, PDC -GONE 320D SE on order

12-14-2006, 01:27 PM	#4
booforty Major General Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: London, UK Posts: 8,813 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [0.00]	Welcome to the forum! Keep an eye out for the next UK E90/E91/E92 meet, usually in the Derby area!

12-14-2006, 04:58 PM	#11
Micky Dee Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW sdrive 3.0i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 247 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 Z4 sDrive 3.0i [0.00] 2008 BMW 320d M Sport [0.00] 2006 335i [0.00] 2005 525d M Sport [0.00]	Hi Lovely looking motor. Welcome to the forum!

12-14-2006, 06:29 PM	#12
MarkA Resident Nürburgring Junkie Drives: 320Si Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 195 iTrader: (0)	Welcome! nice car! __________________ 2006 320Si 6MT, Titansilber, M-Sport Pack, 18'' Si Wheels, Anthracite headlining, Blue shadow Alcantara, Shadowline Exterior Trim, Si Alum Interior Trim, PDC, Voice Control, Pro Nav, iDrive, Blacklines, Light/Rain Sensor, Auto Aircon, iPod Integration, Bluetooth integration, BMW Alarm.

12-15-2006, 04:53 AM	#13
Bravecat Enlisted Member Drives: 330d Msport, Titainium Silver Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Northampton, UK Posts: 40 iTrader: (0)	Thanks everyone for the warm welcome... I'll look out for the next meet!

12-15-2006, 06:17 AM	#14
NFS Major General Drives: 335i m-sport LCI Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: UK Posts: 9,211 iTrader: (0)	Welcome - nice car ! I also swapped from an 04 530d. How are you finding the e90 compares to the e60? __________________

12-15-2006, 07:46 AM	#15
Bravecat Enlisted Member Drives: 330d Msport, Titainium Silver Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Northampton, UK Posts: 40 iTrader: (0)	I considered lots before I changed, I did like the 5, but my annual mileage (thus my requirements) changed so I had been thinking about going back to a 3 for some time, here are some initial thoughts. I think both are fantastic cars, but I like the E90 more, it feels more taught and planted on the road, the cabin is more compact that I feel more in touch with the car, which is what I like in a car. Both cars are good, the 5 was the Solid Edge, and had a more executive feel, while the 3 is pure sports saloon, with great ‘round town’ manners. The ride is not as smooth with the 3, but I expected that getting the M sport version with stiffer suspension. The 3 has the updated 3 liter diesel engine which has more power than the 5 had. Although the 5 had plenty of grunts, the 3 is a lot more urgent and sporty, I attribute this to the more powerful engine, sports suspension and a lighter car. 3 years ago I would not have dreamt of owning a diesel or an auto, but the engines in the 3/530d's mated to an excellent 6 speed auto have completely changed my mind. The torque is tremendous and feels never ending and I usually never notice the gear changes. I also miss the space of the 5 on occasions, like family trips or transporting my golf kit. Boot space is not as good as the 5, I miss being able to throw all my golf kit and trolley in there without having to take a lot of care, or even having to put golf clubs on the rear seat, but I came live with that. MPG is far better in the 3, (37.7) mpg compared to (32.4mpg) in the 5. On a run I can see 45mpg + in the 3, I never saw more than 37mpg 9 (Still Good though!) in the 5, and at £4.50+ ($7.50+) per gallon ity all counts :-) Because the 3 has a smaller tank the range seams about the same. Although my 5 had more extras and toys, I don’t miss many of them. I like the Aux In for the stereo, I can play MP3 in all the disc drives and the professional Nav system in the 3 is a lot better than the business nav of the 5.

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