[Su11y]

Hi all,

New member here. Name's Chris, from Australia.

I've just recently bought a nice 2012 E91 LCI 320i. Picture attached below...


Anyway, it's ex BMW Australia car, in black sapphire and has a bunch of extras, like M-Sport suspension, wheels, seats and steering wheel... I'll put the full options list at the end of the message, for those that are keen!

It's perfect second car for our family of three. The dog has been banned from going in this one, as the interior is way too clean! This is one seriously well maintained car. Hats off to the previous owners!
Being an ex-detailer, the first thing I did was a full detail, which was worth the effort!

Plans for the car... Not many.

First "mod" is at the request of my Missus... It apparently needs a reverse camera! So I'm update the screen to an 8.8 andriod unit and reverse camera.
It currently has the 6.5 inch business navi setup at the moment, which I don't mind, however if I'm going to the effort of installing a camera, I might as awell upgrade the screen too.
Plus want to get carplay back into action and it seems to be quite a simple install.
I considered going down the bimmer tech route, however found the prices once converted to AUD to be a little out of my budget and ordered the aftermarket screen replacement and camera for about a 3rd of the cost.

Other than that, I aim to keep it well maintained and immaculate, as I feel the E91's could be on the verge of being a future classic? Too soon?

So, pretty much something for me to keep in great, original condition.

Cheers! Chris

Here's the full options for anyone interested (most I understand, some I don't!):

Colour BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC (475)
Upholstery LEDER DAKOTA/BEIGE
Vehicle Options
L810A National version Australia
P337A M Sports package
P7KAA Navigation package Business
P7RSA Package Comfort
S161A Exhaust emissions standards EU5
S1CAA Selection of COP-relevant vehicles
S1CBA CO2 equipment
S1CDA Brake Energy Regeneration
S205A Automatic transmission
S216A HYDRO STEERING-SERVOTRONIC
S230A Extra package, EU-speciifc
S249A Multifunction f steering wheel
S258A Tyres with runflat properties
S2MEA BMW alloy wheel, M double spoke 194
S2PAA Locking wheel bolt
S2TMA Control, transmission type
S321A Exterior parts in vehicle colour
S3AAA Roof railing black
S3APA Windscreen with grey wedge
S402A Panorama glass roof
S418A Luggage compartment package
S428A Warning triangle and first aid kit
S431A Interior mirror with automatic-dip
S441A Smoker package
S481A Sports seat
S493A Storage compartment package
S4A3A Fine-wood trim walnut light
S4AEA Armrest front, retractable
S4UAA Partially electric seat adjustment
S502A Headlight cleaning system
S508A Park Distance Control (PDC)
S520A Fog lights
S521A Rain sensor
S522A Xenon Light
S534A Automatic air conditioning
S540A Cruise control
S548A Kilometre speedo
S563A Light package
S5ACA High-beam assistant
S606A Navigation system Business
S620A Voice control
S644A Preparation f mobile phone w Bluetooth
S6FLA USB/audio interface
S6VCA Control, Combox
S700A Area-Code 4 for DVD
S704A M Sports suspension
S710A M leather steering wheel
S715A M Aerodynamics package
S760A High gloss shadow line
S775A Headlining anthracite
S7CFA BMW Repair Inclusive
S818A Battery master switch
S825A Radio control Oceania
S845A Acoustic fasten seat belt reminder
S853A Language version, English
S876A Radio frequency 315 MHz
S880A On-board literature, English
S8S3A Automatic locking during starting
S8SMA Car ident. number visible from outside
S8SPA Control unit COP
S8SXA Providersteuerung Telematik
S8TGA Thiefproofing device
S8TNA Daytime driv.lights adjus.via light menu
S925A Dummy-SALAPA

[Socket]

Welcome to the forum Chris and congrats on the new E91.
Looks beautiful, well optioned and is already a collectors car imo
One thing I would do next time the tires are due for a change, is to ditch the run flats and put on regular radials.
The ride is so much better, trust me on this
Anyway welcome aboard, feel free to reach out if we can help with anything
Cheers
Socket

[Su11y]

Thanks Socket.

Yes, I’ll definitely be considering getting rid of the run flats when the current set are due for replacing.

Absolutely loving the car so far!

[shannon1]

Welcome to the group mate. Nice car. My E91 is has about the same specs as yours but mines prefaclift with full black interior, Aluminium Glacier Silver trim and the MSport Style 193 wheels.

[Su11y]

Originally Posted by shannon1

Welcome to the group mate. Nice car. My E91 is has about the same specs as yours but mines prefaclift with full black interior, Aluminium Glacier Silver trim and the MSport Style 193 wheels.

Thanks! I just went and had a look at some of the pics of your car. It looks pretty nice too!
I do like the 193 wheels...

[Wolf 335]

Congrats on the car and welcome to the forum. You’ll like it here.

Really like those oem wheels. They compliment e91 shape very well.

You should really consider converting to black interior. It will transform you car and driving experience.

Make friends with Socket. He’s been around the block and knows a thing or two about these cars. I don’t think there is a part that he hasn’t disassembled I’m one way or another. Plus he documents everything with diys. Needless to say he’s been a great help.

[Su11y]

Originally Posted by Wolf 335

Congrats on the car and welcome to the forum. You’ll like it here.

Really like those oem wheels. They compliment e91 shape very well.

You should really consider converting to black interior. It will transform you car and driving experience.

Make friends with Socket. He’s been around the block and knows a thing or two about these cars. I don’t think there is a part that he hasn’t disassembled I’m one way or another. Plus he documents everything with diys. Needless to say he’s been a great help.

Cheers! Ok I’ll make friends with Socket... nobody else though, ok? 😉

[Wolf 335]

Originally Posted by Su11y

Cheers! Ok I’ll make friends with Socket... nobody else though, ok? ��

This forum is full of people that make huge contributions.

I suggest Socket for you since he is Australia as well.

[Su11y]

Originally Posted by Wolf 335

This forum is full of people that make huge contributions.

I suggest Socket for you since he is Australia as well.

All good! Thanks again. I'm no stranger to the world of forums, so will definitely reach out with any questions. It's good to know we're working with a good bunch in this forum... Seen some pretty nasty stuff going on in some of the other car forums!

Have a good one. Chris