DC Drive and Wine Event - 2/10/07

bavarian19 · 02-01-2007, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BK

My over/under: at your dealership on February 8th.

For tint, you may know that I went to LA Tint in Sterling. They were good but expensive. I was in and out in 90 minutes.

Damn... I didnt know they could do it that quickly... That is great news though. At Roadblock, I had to leave my car for the day to get tint and clearbra, and they didnt even touch my car the first time I left it. Second time, they apologized, and picked the car up from work on a flatbed, did the work on it, and brought it back.

If its an 'in and out' job, all the better. If you dont mind me asking, can you PM me what price you paid for the tint???

Thanks...

bavarian19 · 02-01-2007, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by sixspeedsam

Wait a minute ... didn't everyone break in their car with 4,500 RPM clutch drops WOT to redline?

That burning smell is your car breaking in

Honestly, kudos to those that can restrain themselves from dipping past 5K on every drive. I think I held out for a few hundred miles or so ... but then again, my car is leased!

I will probably have a highway trip in the first month, and that will take care of a decent amount of miles. I just keep varying rpms and speed as much as possible on the trip...

Im hoping to have mine broken in during the first month... It doesnt help that I live 7 minutes from work...

BK · 02-01-2007, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by bavarian19

If its an 'in and out' job, all the better. If you dont mind me asking, can you PM me what price you paid for the tint???

It is an "in and out" job, but you have to have an appointment. You can't just drive up. I did it in the summer, so I was lucky to get an appointment pretty quickly (someone else canceled), otherwise it was a wait of a few weeks. I imagine in the winter, you should have no problem setting up an appointment.

I don't mind saying how much I paid for the tint -- I've posted it here before. And maybe when others see how much I paid, they'll recommend some cheaper alternatives.

I forget the exact amount, but it was just under $400 (like $392 or $388 or something). Expensive, but the FormulaONE Pinnacle costs a lot. I think you're looking at at least $300 most places. And FWIW, I was not price sensitive at all because I was using a Visa gift card that I'd had forever and barely used, and was about to expire in like a week. The total cost to me was less than $20.

spark227 · 02-01-2007, 04:13 PM

I just had my windows done by LA Tint in Sterling last Monday. They did my previous two cars and I'd refer them to anyone. I can vouch for their 90 minute labor time. Bring something to entertain yourself with because there's no wifi access and the magazines are old.

I had 38% metallic tint done for $289, but ceramic tint is available at $349. Was told these prices are a winter promotion discount. Ceramic has a lil' more matte charcoal appearance, and interferes less with antenna reception (i.e. GPS, radio, XM, etc), but it shouldn't be an issue for 3-series with the roof-mounted sharkfin.

bavarian19 · 02-01-2007, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by spark227

I just had my windows done by LA Tint in Sterling last Monday. They did my previous two cars and I'd refer them to anyone. I can vouch for their 90 minute labor time. Bring something to entertain yourself with because there's no wifi access and the magazines are old.

I had 38% metallic tint done for $289, but ceramic tint is available at $349. Was told these prices are a winter promotion discount. Ceramic has a lil' more matte charcoal appearance, and interferes less with antenna reception (i.e. GPS, radio, XM, etc), but it shouldn't be an issue for 3-series with the roof-mounted sharkfin.

The ceramic tint is what I would be looking for. People with Comfort Access have had problems with metallic tint. Looks like I will be giving them a call to get my tint done ASAP...

spark227 · 02-01-2007, 05:01 PM

Yeah, I forgot about the proximity key feature. It's a good idea for those with Comfort Access to get ceramic then. It's one option I definitely miss from my Infiniti

cycler2 · 02-01-2007, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

I don't see the usual suspects on the list, yet...

Paging: sixspeedsam, ase2dais, FrankoQ, Shimshimhada, thd13, Yubimmer, BK, Cycler2, tman..etc etc

I'd love to take a spin with everyone, but none of the dates mentioned work for me. Have fun all and post lots of pictures.

Rich

Scottz71 · 02-05-2007, 08:46 AM

what's the status..? this still going on...??

ase2dais · 02-05-2007, 08:48 AM

sure hope so!

KL2DC · 02-05-2007, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Scottz71

what's the status..? this still going on...??

waiting for the word from bavarian19....he's the appointed ringleader for this outing

WxSquid · 02-05-2007, 08:59 AM

Well, I'll be going on the 18th, even if that means that I have to go on my own....

Gee, at some point I need to slow down (roughly 7300 mi the first 6 weeks!) - maybe a 20K lease wasn't enough miles.... (but what I've been averaging the last several years.)

BK · 02-05-2007, 09:07 AM

I still say AJ's E92 is T minus 3 days away, but maybe he'll get lucky and get it in a day or two. Will his car have summer tires on it? If he gets it by, say Wednesday, are you guys planning on going on Saturday? And if you go Saturday, are you still planning on going the following weekend?

BK · 02-05-2007, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by WxSquid

Gee, at some point I need to slow down (roughly 7300 mi the first 6 weeks!) - maybe a 20K lease wasn't enough miles.... (but what I've been averaging the last several years.)

7300 miles in 6 weeks is pretty crazy. But these cars make you want to drive and drive some more. I've said it before, but I've averaged ~250-300 miles/month the past couple of years. With my E90, I'm averaging 1000 miles/month.

WxSquid · 02-05-2007, 10:04 AM

Well, toss in that I left to see family in Florida, then Missouri with 2200 miles on the clock (btw - 5 trips from Norfolk to DCish is 480mi round trip); then 4000 miles-ish on that family run.

Once I go back to work it will slow down...

.... maybe!

KL2DC · 02-05-2007, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by WxSquid

Well, toss in that I left to see family in Florida, then Missouri with 2200 miles on the clock (btw - 5 trips from Norfolk to DCish is 480mi round trip); then 4000 miles-ish on that family run.

Once I go back to work it will slow down...

.... maybe!

wow that's a lot of driving...how're the tires holding up?

bavarian19 · 02-05-2007, 12:29 PM

So far the event is a go for this weekend. Unfortunately, I have had a family member take a turn for the worst health wise. So I might be driving up to Pittsburgh for this weekend.

Im hoping all turns out well, but as of right now, Im heading up there for the weekend. I still should be able to do the following weekend.

Just because Im not there, doesnt mean it cant happen...

WxSquid · 02-05-2007, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

wow that's a lot of driving...how're the tires holding up?

Tires are fine, although it allowed me to get them rotated at Passport when I got back. I can tell the difference in them between the 65-80deg weather when I left and in FL from the sub-freezing weather in MO and here. The colder weather they don't feel nearly as connected, although I haven't had any traction issues.

edit: if the above by you was tongue in cheek, then feel free to dis(regard, or just dis in general) the above remark.

KL2DC · 02-05-2007, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by WxSquid

edit: if the above by you was tongue in cheek, then feel free to dis(regard, or just dis in general) the above remark.

you're overanalyzing me, it was a genuine question.

WxSquid · 02-05-2007, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

you're overanalyzing me, it was a genuine question.

Sorry, it kinda goes with my job. If you analyze properly, weather is actually simple.

Scottz71 · 02-05-2007, 02:23 PM

I'm in for both weekends...

bavarian19 · 02-05-2007, 03:29 PM

Car is currently being PDI'ed, and ipod adaptor kit being installed. I will most likely be taking delivery tomorrow!!!

I saw the car, and she is a B-E-A-UTIFUL car

So Im hoping all works out well, and I dont need to head up to pgh this weekend...

T-minus 24 hours

bavarian19 · 02-05-2007, 03:39 PM

By the way... my CA was dead on about the 72 hours ordeal. He said the car arrived Saturday night, which was within that deadline...

I walked the lot Sunday when I got back into town, and did not see it. But it was back in the corner of their to be delivered cars.

... I can not wait!!!!

02-01-2007, 04:13 PM	#70
spark227 Private First Class 11 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 335 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	I just had my windows done by LA Tint in Sterling last Monday. They did my previous two cars and I'd refer them to anyone. I can vouch for their 90 minute labor time. Bring something to entertain yourself with because there's no wifi access and the magazines are old. I had 38% metallic tint done for $289, but ceramic tint is available at $349. Was told these prices are a winter promotion discount. Ceramic has a lil' more matte charcoal appearance, and interferes less with antenna reception (i.e. GPS, radio, XM, etc), but it shouldn't be an issue for 3-series with the roof-mounted sharkfin.
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spark227 Private First Class 11 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 335 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	Yeah, I forgot about the proximity key feature. It's a good idea for those with Comfort Access to get ceramic then. It's one option I definitely miss from my Infiniti
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WxSquid Ask The Chief! 11 Rep 270 Posts Drives: '07 335i Sedan Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: I-270 Traffic iTrader: (0)	Well, I'll be going on the 18th, even if that means that I have to go on my own.... Gee, at some point I need to slow down (roughly 7300 mi the first 6 weeks!) - maybe a 20K lease wasn't enough miles.... (but what I've been averaging the last several years.) __________________ 2007 Jet Black 335i Sedan Prem / Sport / Cold / Sirius / Step Retired: Stella - 06 MINI MCS (Tuned) Eleanor - 04 MINI MCS (JC Works mod) To Come: E90 M3 or 135i?
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WxSquid Ask The Chief! 11 Rep 270 Posts Drives: '07 335i Sedan Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: I-270 Traffic iTrader: (0)	Well, toss in that I left to see family in Florida, then Missouri with 2200 miles on the clock (btw - 5 trips from Norfolk to DCish is 480mi round trip); then 4000 miles-ish on that family run. Once I go back to work it will slow down... .... maybe! __________________ 2007 Jet Black 335i Sedan Prem / Sport / Cold / Sirius / Step Retired: Stella - 06 MINI MCS (Tuned) Eleanor - 04 MINI MCS (JC Works mod) To Come: E90 M3 or 135i?
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02-05-2007, 12:29 PM	#82
bavarian19 General 517 Rep 18,858 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	So far the event is a go for this weekend. Unfortunately, I have had a family member take a turn for the worst health wise. So I might be driving up to Pittsburgh for this weekend. Im hoping all turns out well, but as of right now, Im heading up there for the weekend. I still should be able to do the following weekend. Just because Im not there, doesnt mean it cant happen...
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bavarian19 General 517 Rep 18,858 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	Car is currently being PDI'ed, and ipod adaptor kit being installed. I will most likely be taking delivery tomorrow!!! I saw the car, and she is a B-E-A-UTIFUL car So Im hoping all works out well, and I dont need to head up to pgh this weekend... T-minus 24 hours
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bavarian19 General 517 Rep 18,858 Posts Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: VA iTrader: (23)	By the way... my CA was dead on about the 72 hours ordeal. He said the car arrived Saturday night, which was within that deadline... I walked the lot Sunday when I got back into town, and did not see it. But it was back in the corner of their to be delivered cars. ... I can not wait!!!!
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