airy noise in cabin at 80mph and faster

DEAN325i · 09-05-2005, 11:27 AM

As the topic says. I noticed it gets pretty loud like theres a leak in my sunroof or something. anybody else notice that? is it normal? let me know guys. thanks.

theclay · 09-05-2005, 11:31 AM

No, mine is tight.

chris · 09-05-2005, 12:57 PM

Yup, I get the wind noise here and there...it sounds like the noise (high pitch) is coming directly above the driver seat. I have a sunroof as well and I have tried to open and close it thinking that there was a leak but the sound really seems to come randomly. Other people were complaining about this in another thread. If you find out anything more about it, be sure to let us know!

Martinmaxx · 09-05-2005, 01:28 PM

Me too. I test drove an E90 330i some weeks ago over a whole weekend. Above 180 km/h it became pretty noisy inside (much more than my E46 330Ci). I also guess the wind noise was coming from the sun roof. I am glad I will be waiting for the E92. They´ll have time to fix most of the current bugs until then...

BellasBmw · 09-05-2005, 01:44 PM

Yup, i have the noise too. I kept opening and closing my sunroof about 2382x lol..... i thought it was broken. But nope?.. it just gets loud.

Martinmaxx · 09-05-2005, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BellasBmw

Yup, i have the noise too. I kept opening and closing my sunroof about 2382x lol..... i thought it was broken. But nope?.. it just gets loud.

Hahaha! I did the same on my test car! If they do not sort this bug out by the time I order my E92, I´ll do without it. Besides, almost every sunroof shade always tend to rattle over time. Less wind noise + less rattles =

Broken1 · 09-05-2005, 02:47 PM

My car has no wind noise...It's incredibly quiet inside! What's with these german built cars? Time for some N cars to reach your shores.

David328M-Sport · 09-05-2005, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Broken1

Time for some N cars to reach your shores.

You said it!!!!
The N cars are terrific. Thanks SA factory.

NaTuReB0Y · 09-05-2005, 07:43 PM

Very loud.....almost as loud as my SUV......

Can I purchase an air-tight cabin with low wind noise as an option?......hahaha!

Agni · 09-05-2005, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by David325Australia

You said it!!!!
The N cars are terrific. Thanks SA factory.

Whats an N car?

JVFan · 09-05-2005, 09:22 PM

N signifies SA built....it is the code in the VIN

lumberman · 09-06-2005, 10:02 AM

I have N car, and no noise as well, indeed very quiet!!

Agni · 09-06-2005, 10:55 AM

Did anyone take it to the dealer?
If so what did they say?

stressdoc · 09-06-2005, 02:21 PM

I would test the hypothesis that the noise is coming from turbulance over the edges of the windshield, and not the sunroof trim. Sounds to me like Bella tested the sunroof fit hypothesis as best as one could. The edge pieces on the front sides of the A pillars strike me as peculiar. Any variation at different speeds, wind angles, etc.? One explanation that was previously vetted was that the car is otherwise so quiet that stuff that previously would have been drowned out are now annoying -- I can buy that explanation for the seat belt tick, but not loud aero booming. Any aerodynamics folks on the list?

Spooner · 09-07-2005, 10:40 AM

In a previous thread I mentioned wind noise, with a few other problems. Mine starts around 90mph, and gets worse the faster I go. My dealer now says BMW are aware of the problem and there a few things?? they are going to try. I am booked in on 21st September so I'll let you know.

importsrhot · 10-25-2005, 09:43 AM

Have the dealer fixed ur wind noise problem? Please give us an update. I have bad wind noise problem in my E90 too.

Motofish · 10-25-2005, 10:02 AM

I have irritating wind noise above 100 kmph. No sunroof and believe my ride was SA built. Got the car in Jul and sent it back 5 times. Agent re-applied the seal at the edge of the windscreen, somewhat improved. Not 100% pleased but happier than before. Now driving with hi-fi at full blast when ever possible to drown out the wind noise.

330Inewbie · 01-26-2006, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by chris

Yup, I get the wind noise here and there...it sounds like the noise (high pitch) is coming directly above the driver seat. I have a sunroof as well and I have tried to open and close it thinking that there was a leak but the sound really seems to come randomly. Other people were complaining about this in another thread. If you find out anything more about it, be sure to let us know!

Add me to the list. I have the exact same problem. Noticed it on the 3rd day after delivery. Usually starts up around 75+ mph. I kept checking the sunroof. Unfortunately, I never drove it this fast during the test drive, so didn't expect it. I wonder if it that theory that it is just the wind turbulence against the roof that is creating the noise and the sunroff is not actually leaking. I am slightly annoyed by this, not expecting this type of a problem from a BMW. Kinda embarassing to have passengers notice.

NaTuReB0Y · 01-26-2006, 08:21 PM

I usually drowned it out with music........but very loud indeed! It's a sports sedan....not a luxury sedan!

tctic · 01-26-2006, 09:17 PM

"N" is the factory code for south africa in the VIN number.

330Inewbie · 02-21-2006, 10:19 AM

Just a followup, dropped my car at dealer yesterday and got a call today. The wind noise from my sunroof is "normal". To reduce it, I am advised to close the sun shade. Well, at least I know for sure now and had it checked out. Time to crank up the stereo and shut the sun shade!

Bulldog66 · 10-09-2006, 10:53 AM

I have the same issue with my E91; it is quieter in vent mode than completely closed. Unacceptable.

It even leaked the other day in the car wash. Normally I have the shade closed when the sunroof is closed so I never have noticed the leak before.

Seems to me the rubber seal is not tight enough around the parameter on the sunroof.

I wonder if a rubber type strip around the edge attached to the metal would help? Maybe only a 2mm thick material. Increase interference and increase friction at the same time, should make a better seal. .

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theclay Lieutenant 20 Rep 510 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles, Ca. iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	No, mine is tight. __________________ Jet Black, Black Leather, Aluminum Trim, Sport, Premium, Steptronic, 35% tint
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chris Second Lieutenant 5 Rep 281 Posts Drives: Jet Black e90 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	Yup, I get the wind noise here and there...it sounds like the noise (high pitch) is coming directly above the driver seat. I have a sunroof as well and I have tried to open and close it thinking that there was a leak but the sound really seems to come randomly. Other people were complaining about this in another thread. If you find out anything more about it, be sure to let us know!
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09-05-2005, 01:28 PM	#4
Martinmaxx Private First Class 3 Rep 188 Posts Drives: E39/E46/E87/E92 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Argentina iTrader: (0)	Me too. I test drove an E90 330i some weeks ago over a whole weekend. Above 180 km/h it became pretty noisy inside (much more than my E46 330Ci). I also guess the wind noise was coming from the sun roof. I am glad I will be waiting for the E92. They´ll have time to fix most of the current bugs until then...
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BellasBmw If love is the answer,please rephrase the question 315 Rep 1,731 Posts Drives: Tit Silver 325i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Diego, Ca iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Yup, i have the noise too. I kept opening and closing my sunroof about 2382x lol..... i thought it was broken. But nope?.. it just gets loud. __________________ ~~BellasBmw~~ Proud mama to 325i/TiAg/Black lette/Pwr seats/Sirius/Sport/Walnut/Step/Xenons/Chrome exhaust/20% tint
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Broken1 Addict 203 Rep 2,074 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 40i M-Sport Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	My car has no wind noise...It's incredibly quiet inside! What's with these german built cars? Time for some N cars to reach your shores.
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NaTuReB0Y Powered By 36DD 337 Rep 7,369 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Inland Empire iTrader: (12)	Very loud.....almost as loud as my SUV...... Can I purchase an air-tight cabin with low wind noise as an option?......hahaha! __________________ 2006 E90 330i Jet Black \| 20" WORK VS-XX \| FK452 \| H&R Sport on Koni Yellow \| REMUS QUAD
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JVFan Lieutenant 36 Rep 515 Posts Drives: Very Well Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lloydminster, AB CANADA iTrader: (1)	N signifies SA built....it is the code in the VIN __________________ 2012 328i White Luxury/ Saddle Brown
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09-06-2005, 10:02 AM	#12
lumberman Private First Class 15 Rep 195 Posts Drives: BMW F10 M5 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Macau iTrader: (0)	I have N car, and no noise as well, indeed very quiet!!
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Agni First Lieutenant 116 Rep 372 Posts Drives: F36 435i M Gran Coupe Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 335xi [0.00] 2006 325i [0.00]	Did anyone take it to the dealer? If so what did they say?
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	I would test the hypothesis that the noise is coming from turbulance over the edges of the windshield, and not the sunroof trim. Sounds to me like Bella tested the sunroof fit hypothesis as best as one could. The edge pieces on the front sides of the A pillars strike me as peculiar. Any variation at different speeds, wind angles, etc.? One explanation that was previously vetted was that the car is otherwise so quiet that stuff that previously would have been drowned out are now annoying -- I can buy that explanation for the seat belt tick, but not loud aero booming. Any aerodynamics folks on the list?
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09-07-2005, 10:40 AM	#15
Spooner New Member 2 Rep 15 Posts Drives: E90 330 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: England iTrader: (0)	In a previous thread I mentioned wind noise, with a few other problems. Mine starts around 90mph, and gets worse the faster I go. My dealer now says BMW are aware of the problem and there a few things?? they are going to try. I am booked in on 21st September so I'll let you know.
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10-25-2005, 09:43 AM	#16
importsrhot Private 3 Rep 85 Posts Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Have the dealer fixed ur wind noise problem? Please give us an update. I have bad wind noise problem in my E90 too.
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Motofish New Member 2 Rep 17 Posts Drives: E90 320i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Singapore iTrader: (0)	I have irritating wind noise above 100 kmph. No sunroof and believe my ride was SA built. Got the car in Jul and sent it back 5 times. Agent re-applied the seal at the edge of the windscreen, somewhat improved. Not 100% pleased but happier than before. Now driving with hi-fi at full blast when ever possible to drown out the wind noise.
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NaTuReB0Y Powered By 36DD 337 Rep 7,369 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Inland Empire iTrader: (12)	I usually drowned it out with music........but very loud indeed! It's a sports sedan....not a luxury sedan! __________________ 2006 E90 330i Jet Black \| 20" WORK VS-XX \| FK452 \| H&R Sport on Koni Yellow \| REMUS QUAD
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tctic Major 38 Rep 1,238 Posts Drives: BMW E90 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	"N" is the factory code for south africa in the VIN number.
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330Inewbie Private 7 Rep 62 Posts Drives: 06 330i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: arlington, va iTrader: (0)	Just a followup, dropped my car at dealer yesterday and got a call today. The wind noise from my sunroof is "normal". To reduce it, I am advised to close the sun shade. Well, at least I know for sure now and had it checked out. Time to crank up the stereo and shut the sun shade! __________________ 06 330i, saph black, beige, auto, comfort access, bmw assist/bluetooth, fold down rear seats, sat prep, picked up 1/21/06.
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10-09-2006, 10:53 AM	#22
Bulldog66 Enlisted Member 2 Rep 42 Posts Drives: e91 325xit Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I have the same issue with my E91; it is quieter in vent mode than completely closed. Unacceptable. It even leaked the other day in the car wash. Normally I have the shade closed when the sunroof is closed so I never have noticed the leak before. Seems to me the rubber seal is not tight enough around the parameter on the sunroof. I wonder if a rubber type strip around the edge attached to the metal would help? Maybe only a 2mm thick material. Increase interference and increase friction at the same time, should make a better seal. . __________________ 325xiT, Manual, Titanium Silver, Black with Alum Interior, Premium Package, Sport Package, Winter Package, Xenon Adaptive Headlights, 18" 196 Wheels, ACS Springs, Tinted Windows, Chrome tips, UUC Shadow Shift knob, BMW Alum Pedal set, BMW strut brace ]
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