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Wiper Issues

Hello. I have a 2015 BMW X3 and it's wipers are not very good. They make a lot of noise and skip all the time. In addition, they do not give equal pressure throughout the blade and therefore whenever I spray my windshield when there is salt on it, spots are not touched by the blades. Anyone else having this issue?

$200,000 Turbo S goes up in flames

Guys new Turbo S catches on fire shortly after parking. Ironically while he is shopping in Costco.



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Resale Prices Tumble on Electric Cars

From the Wall Street Journal:



Resale Prices Tumble on Electric Cars



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I hate Squishy's epileptic dog

Like seriously, what is it doing? Motorboating some other dog's butt?



Makes my eyes hurt every time I see it in his sig. And unfortunately, Squishy posts often.



Can we vote to make Squishy's dog take a mandatory vacation from the forums? I'm ok with Squishy being back, maybe OT will become interesting again, but his dog needs to go.

2015 DTM Season: Spring Fever!

The 2015 DTM season is almost upon us and will be some of the best touring car racing on the planet! If you're like me, you are super excited to get the DTM rolling once more. In anticipation, I've tried to compile as much helpful information and links for you and I to refer to. Feel free to add anything here to this thread pertaining to the leadup to the new season!

IMPORTANT THREADS PERTAINING TO DTM AND '15

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2015 Schedule:

May 02-03 Hockenheimring, Germany

May 30-31 EuroSpeedway Lausitz, Germany

Jun 27-28 Norisring, Germany

Jul 11-12 Zandvoort, Netherlands

Aug 01-02 Red Bull Ring, Austria

Aug 29-30 Moscow Raceway, Russia

Sep 12-13 Oschersleben, Germany

Sep 26-27 Nurburgring, Germany

Oct 17-18 Hockenheimring, Germany





DTM Goes Back to 2-Race Format:

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It will be the first time since 2002 that the DTM will use a two-race format.

The calendar will feature nine events for a total of 18 races







2015 DTM entry list with their new PERMANENT numbers:

1 Marco Wittmann Germany RMG BMW

2 Gary Paffett Great Britain ART Mercedes

3 Paul di Resta GReat Britain HWA Mercedes

5 Mattias Ekstrom Sweden Abt Audi

6 Robert Wickens Canada HWA Mercedes

7 Bruno Spengler Canada MTEK BMW

8 Christian Vietoris Germany HWA Mercedes

10 Timo Scheider Germany Phoenix Audi

12 Daniel Juncadella Spain Mucke Mercedes

13 Antonio Felix da Costa Portugal Schnitzer BMW

16 Timo Glock Germany MTEK BMW

17 Miguel Molina Spain Abt Audi

18 Augusto Farfus Brazil RBM BMW

22 Lucas Auer Austria ART Mercedes

27 Adrien Tambay France Abt Audi

31 Tom Blomqvist Great Britain RBM BMW

36 Maxime Martin Belgium RMG BMW

48 Edoardo Mortara Italy Abt Audi

51 Nico Muller Switzerland Rosberg Audi

53 Jamie Green Great Britain Rosberg Audi

77 Martin Tomczyk Germany Schnitzer BMW

84 Maximilian Gotz Germany Mucke Mercedes

94 Pascal Wehrlein Germany HWA Mercedes

99 Mike Rockenfeller Germany Phoenix Audi



BMW Team Pairings:

Team RMG: Marco Wittmann, Maxime Martin

Team RBM: Augusto Farfus, Tom Blomqvist

Team MTEK: Bruno Spengler, Timo Glock

Schnitzer: Martin Tomczyk, Antonio Felix da Costa



Audi Team Pairings

Audi Team Abt Sportsline: Mattias Ekstrom, Miguel Molina, Edoardo Mortara and Adrien Tambay.

Audi Team Rosberg - Jamie Green and Nico Müller

Audi Team Phoenix - Timo Scheider and Mike Rockenfeller













Network TV Press ReleasesCBS Sports Network Announces 2015 Torque.TV Programming Schedule

Written By Amanda Kondolojy

February 10th, 2015



Via press release:





CBS SPORTS NETWORK ANNOUNCES 2015 TORQUE.TV



PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE







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CBS Sports Network’s 2015 Torque.TV motorsports event programming schedule features some of the best international and domestic two- and four-wheel racing action from North America and around the world. The schedule debuts on Saturday, March 14 with the Pirelli World Challenge from Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.





Throughout the year, CBS Sports Network will feature more than 130 hours of Torque.TV programming. Series featured include the Pirelli World Challenge; British Touring Car Championship; DTM Racing Series; Blancpain GT Championship; MotoAmerica; V8 Supercars; Bike Road Racing Series; SKUSA Superkarts; North American Endurocross; and Offshore Powerboat Grand Prix.





The Torque.TV schedule adds to CBS Sports Network’s already robust lineup of motorsports programming, which includes almost 400 hours of coverage throughout the year.





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RS5 DTM TO BE UNVEILED



The first new Audi RS 5 DTM, sporting the 2015 livery, will be unveiled by on March 19. The subsequent official DTM tests at Estoril, Portugal (March 25-27) will see the Green, Molina, Rockenfeller and Tambay on track. The tests at Oschersleben, Germany from April 14-16, will see the RS 5 DTM cars of Ekstrom, Mortara, Müller and Scheider on track.



For the first time, teams are assembling the eight race cars for the 2015 season based on the 2014 monocoque and components at the new Competence Center Motorsport in Neuburg. It takes two weeks to complete an RS 5 DTM consisting of 4000 parts. Following the tests at Estoril and Oschersleben, teams will prepare cars in Kempten, Meuspath and Neustadt for the season opener at Hockenheim.



Mercedes-Benz approach 2015 DTM campaign with renewed vigour


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DTM to kick the new season off with a top-class event

From 30th April to 03rd May, DTM is going flat out, for the motor-racing enthusiasts, by providing them a very special event as season opener. The race meeting at the Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg will not only represent the debut of the new racing format for the 2015 season, featuring two championship rounds per race weekend but in addition, the DTM support programme also will comprise another spectacular highlight: a championship round of the spectacular race series ‘FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy’ (World RX). Following successful negotiations between WRX promoter IMG and DTM rights holder and promoter ITR, the FIA World Motor Sport Council opted for adding the Hockenheim DTM meeting to the World Rallycross Championship calendar.

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Six events as part of the DTM

24 cars, six events, twelve races*: These are the basic facts of the Audi Sport TT Cup that will enhance the DTM supporting program from 2015 on. The Audi Sport TT Cup will participate in a total of six DTM events in Germany and neighboring countries in 2015. Two 30-minute races are planned at each event. The driving time, including free practice and qualifying, will be more than two hours per weekend.





Audi Sport TT Cup 2015 calendar


May 01–03 Hockenheim (D)


Jun 26–28 Norisring (D)


Jul 31–Aug 02 Red Bull Ring (A)


Sep 11–13 Oschersleben (D)


Sep 25–27 Nürburgring (D)


Oct 16–18 Hockenheim (D)







Audi TT: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 7.5–4.2; Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 174–110; Audi TTS: Combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 7.5–6.9;

Combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 174–159

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WTF color is this?!?!

Ok so there is a debate going around on Buzzfeed right now about what color this dress is. I kid you not, some people see it as Black and Blue while others see it as Gold and White. Apparently it has something to do with the cones in our retinas adjusting to different colors/shades. I personally see it as black and blue, while my dad and a friend of mine see it as gold and white. Curious as to what colors you guys see?







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Word of caution...

If you are buying used camera equipment, be sure to check it out completely before you hand over the money. I bought a second Canon 1D MKIV several months ago, the body was in great shape with low shutter count. I shot some pics and they looked fine on the display, but once I got to using it I found that some of the pics had lines across the photos. It's now at Canon pro services and they say that the sensor is bad. It is going to cost 1500.00 to replace it. Just be aware that just because it looks good, sounds good, doesn't make it good. I paid good money for this body, it was not a bargain basement deal.

I have another MKIV that has twice as many clicks that runs great, so low clicks doesn't mean anything.

Need some info/advice

Can someone educate me on the quality of Miyota Quartz movement? I basically would like to know how it stacks up compared to other types of movements. Based on my research I found out that they're made by Citizen and used by them and other brands like Bulova. I couldn't anymore than that. Thanks.

What major world event happened during your birth year?

Ok. So you were just an infant and had no idea what was going on in the world at time you were born, but I’m sure your folks or relatives have some memories/stories they told you; photos, new paper clippings and time capsules; or things you learned from in history class or read about and picked up during the years.



For my birth year, 1969 was “Go fever” when the world watched the Apollo 11 moon landing and Neil Armstrong's "One giant leap for mankind" moon walk.

Alternative to QuickBooks for Small Businesses?

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Do you guys have any recommendations for an application or software that's an alternative to quickbooks? Something that has Sub-Categories for product input, creating orders/invoices, customer database, scheduling appointments, and if possible to keep track of expenses. Any input or ideas would be greatly appreciated.



Thanks. :D

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For sale is a fully functional 50mm 1.8 lens that I've been using with my Nikon DSLR.

PM me or text me anytime at (913)980-2108 if you're interested.

whats even cooler than the new Z06?

A whole effin' truckload :confused0068::party0030:







I'm a sales manager at a local Chevy store, and our first c7 Z06 was delivered today (retail sold, super nice guy, it's his dream car). We don't sell a ton of Vetts, it's not really our niche, and frankly it's one of the very rare times I get to be geeked out about cars at work, so naturally I drove it from the truck into the shop. It's an auto :( but it is still damned awesome, and sounded just unlike any corvette I have heard outside of watkins glen. I didn't rev it past 1500 rpm (again, it's not my car :respect: ) but again, the sound was just nuts.



It has Sport Cup 2s, I was surprised the car didn't need to be pushed in the light coating of packed snow in our lot.



I'll post a couple more pics in this thread after it is prepped if I get the chance.



I don't love the way they look, but what the hell, you don't see the outside too much when you are behind the wheel I guess. I can't wait to give these bastards point bys once they start showing up at the hpdes that I do.

*Official* Bimmerpost Photo Contest No.97 | "Automobile Photos"

I thought bringing the assignment back to something everyone on the forum has in common may bring more participation.



Any image where a car is the subject is eligible.





Submissions will close on Sunday, March 15th, 2015 at 11:59PM Pacific Standard Time (PST) (3 weekends)



1. Any interpretation of the theme that falls within Bimmerpost.com rules is welcome.

2. You must be the person that took the photo. Photos taken prior to the start of the contest are acceptable as long as you are the one that captured the image.

3. One submission per contest, and you cannot resubmit a photo that you've submitted before in a previous contest.

4. Images must be no larger than 1024 px in any direction. Links to larger images are allowed but you must have one that is no more than 1024 px for the poll.

5. All contestants must host their own pictures (which includes hosting them on Bimmerpost).

6. All images must have a title.

7. While post processing in Photoshop is allowed, adding or removing parts of the picture is not. In the event a photo is suspected to be "photo-chopped," the contestant will be asked to provide the original picture.

8. If you participate in this contest you must be able to in a timely manner create the next contest, no excuses.

Going to Vegas for the 1st time - Any Advice?

So I am going to Las Vegas in less than two weeks for a mini vacation (4 days/nights) and was just wondering what some of the best things to do there are (besides the obvious shows/gambling) or if anyone knows of any hidden gems in the city because it's my first time there.



I don't have a lot of time there so obviously anything that takes a whole day to get to (like a national park) is out of the question.



Just for reference, I am 23 and I enjoy shooting craps.



Thanks guys

Going to Vegas for the 1st time - Any Advice?

So I am going to Las Vegas in less than two weeks for a mini vacation (4 days/nights) and was just wondering what some of the best things to do there are (besides the obvious shows/gambling) or if anyone knows of any hidden gems in the city because it's my first time there.



I don't have a lot of time there so obviously anything that takes a whole day to get to (like a national park) is out of the question.



Just for reference, I am 23 and I enjoy shooting craps.



Thanks guys

Audi's new 'Swarm' lighting?

I know that I'm posting a link from BroBible... but, what do you guys think of this tech??



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Loud "pang" noise from exhaust on startup

Just recently started noticing this noise once the temp dropped below 32F.



On cold startup, about 5-20 seconds in there is a very loud metallic "PANG" or "TINK" noise coming from the exhaust area. Very audible from the interior and my coworker said it was loud as hell from the outside. It only happens once very shortly after startup, doesn't matter if it is in Drive, Park, or Reverse.



Anyone else having this issue or know what might be causing it?

Renault Clio V6 club meets

Seems to be a lot of enthusiasm for these little cars over the pond, so thought I'd stick up some pics of some of the driving meets from last year, both in Scotland, and the Lake District, mine is the Mars red car with C1CDG on the plate.



































Looking forwards to this years meet ups! :)

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X3M spotted

Driving along Calabasas, saw a x3 camo with quads sounded just like the f80 m3. Never on these forums so don't know if this is new to you guys. Tried to snap a pic but he was gone by the time my light turned green

RR430 1st anniversary - latest pics and a longer VIDEO this time

Today is the first anniversary of RR430, I signed the Buyer's Order exactly a year ago, 24th Feb 2014. I'm celebrating by posting these.

The good stuff is after 3:24, the cops were very friendly btw, I didn't get any warning or ticket :)

Omega Motorsports in AZ in March

Thought I'd pass this information on to anyone in the Arizona/California area interested in checking out some amazing cars go head to head on an airstrip. Omega Motorsports No Fly Zone is coming in March. Looks like many modified and non modified cars including BMW's participate. Here is a link to their website:



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You can also see many of the event videos on YouTube as well

Annoying FM radio station reset issue

About 1 in every 10 times I start my car the FM radio station resets to 87.7 MHZ, which is the lowest frequency on the dial. It has done this since the car was new almost 3 years ago.



The dealer has looked at it many times but have not been able to replicate it so are not willing to try to even try and fix it. Finally a week ago they said that this is a known issue and BMW supplied them with a software patch. Unfortunately it's no better after the patch.



I once read on this forum about someone else having the same issue and I'm wondering how many people are experiencing this, and whether anyone has been able to have it fixed.

GoPro Hero vs Hero 2 vs Hero 3 vs Hero 3+ vs Hero 4?

I hope this is a good place for this, and I can get some help. I am looking for people who are very familiar with GoPros and the differences between each model.



I currently have a GoPro Hero (the original). I have had it for maybe 4 years? Picked it up used and shot some sport bike and a few car videos with it (mostly sport bike related). I am looking to add a newer GoPro to it, to shoot some car videos.



Here is the setup I want to obtain:



1 GoPro mounted to the front windshield for a front view, 1 GoPro mounted to the back window facing the rear for a rear view, and an external microphone running outside to the back bumper to catch the exhaust sound. This setup would be used for the track. I also want something for filming other types of automotive videos, mainly of group drives/cruises, and other videos of the sort (with the camera mounted outside the car).



That said, I planned to use my current GoPro as my "rear view" camera, and muting the sound (since the original Hero has horrible sound). That would leave me needing another GoPro for the windshield, one which would need to have an external mic input. This GoPro would be used for capturing the sound of any videos I shoot (most likely using an external mic 100% of the time). Since the original Hero doesn't have an external mic input, another Hero is out of the question. That leaves me with the Hero 2, 3, 3+ or 4.



Now my specific questions are:



1. I understand the Hero 3 White Edition has the same 5mp sensor as the Hero, everything after the Hero all have external mic inputs, the newer GoPro's have fancy features, and everything starting with the Hero 2 was upgraded (with the exception of the White Edition) to an 11mp sensor. Other than that, I don't know anything about the newer GoPro's. So, for what I want to do, what GoPro do you recommend? I am afraid the Hero 3, 3+ and 4 just have more features over the Hero 2 that I will never use, but are otherwise basically the same camera. Is there any reason for me to spend the extra money on the Hero 4, or even the Hero 3/3+, or would the Hero 2 work just fine for me?



2. How about the quality of the external mic input on the Hero 2? Is it inferior compared to the newer GoPros? I want to make sure whatever external mic I plug into it will be able to relay good sound quality to the camera. If the external mic input on the Hero 2 is garbage, that is a good reason for me to consider the Hero 3 or 4.



Any advice you guys can give is appreciated. I know this was a long post, just trying to get an idea of whether the Hero 2 will work for me and I can save a few bucks, or if I should absolutely (for whatever reason) go for the Hero 3 or 4.

Mercedes C63 AMG and C450 AMG Sport First Drive

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C450 AMG Sport:

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EDIT: Not sure how I missed it but it looks like I made a report. Mods, please delete.

M Sport Suspension

Does the m-sport suspension lower the ride height or just fit stiffer springs? Just my m-sport has the suspension deletion option and its a very smooth ride on 19's with runflats.



Admittedly I did come from a MK2 Focus RS on 235/35/19's and eibach springs. But even so with all the talk of hard rides on RFT's I was expecting a lot worse. Guess its just what you are used to.



Thanks

Simon

MH370 Conspiracy?

Great article... The guy has a decent theory



How Crazy Am I to Think I Actually Know Where That Malaysia Airlines Plane Is?



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W8 anyone?

Anyone have any experience with VW's W8? Buddy is selling his wagon, and I'm trying hard not to give in and buy it. Brain says to stay away, but AWD W8 wagon wants me to say yes! From what I've read and understand, when things go wrong they get really expensive really fast. But W8 wagon.

Glove Compartment Fuse Box

Has anyone tried accessing the fuse box in the glove compartment of (at least) the 2015 X3? I believe on my former 2012 X3, it was a drop down shelf in the compartment (or was in my 2009 X3). Regardless, the fuse box is so recessed that I am wondering how people access it.



You take the small cover off the rear panel of the compartment, and the box is recessed behind some wires. My hand barely fits through that opening and I'd be afraid of dropping a fuse in there and not knowing where it would go. Anyway, I was looking at this in anticipation of tapping into the box for power for a dash cam.



I read that there were some tweezers in the rear fuse box, so perhaps that would be how you'd access the front fuse box but still, there's so much in the way. I didn't get a chance to find the rear box, but I assume it's behind the passenger side well in the rear compartment.



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BMW recommends having them add the fluid during scheduled maintenance. Being in Germany with a US Spec BMW the service agreement is not part of the deal, so I have to pay from day one. I just found out that BMW is charging 6 times the amount for the fluid of what it costs at an auto parts stores.



BMW is reluctant to confirm that I can do it myself and always say in an "emergency" I can add it, but it needs to be done with the scheduled maintenance when possible. Anyone have any experience with adding it yourself?

Forced BMW financing?

I went to my local dealer to buy a new X3, ready to pay in full with a personal check and a preapproved loan draft from my credit union. After agreeing to buy the car, both the SA and the Finance Manager said I had to also agree to a credit check so they could set me up for backup financing with BMW Financial Services in case my checks didn't go through. They said this is standard practice, even if paying full cash.



As we went through the paperwork I realized they did a hard credit inquiry and were asking me to sign a number of forms for this unwanted loan which would kick in if they didnt get funding from my credit union in a few days.



Both my bank and credit union vouched fully for both checks with them by phone. Am I to believe one is unable to buy a new BMW nowadays without getting backup BMW financing?



My credit score has now dropped because of the back to back car loan inquiries. BMW is sending their post sale survey soon and I am not happy. Thoughts?

LCI w/ black kidney grilles

Can someone kindly post pictures? I'm trying to decide if I want this mod. Thanks!

To go big turbo or not to go big turbo...

First, let me say that I sold my C6 in 2013 and want to get back into a Corvette. C6 Z06, C6 ZR1 or Non-Z C7. :word:



As far as the matter at hand, my current toy is a Mazdaspeed6. I love these cars. This is my 2nd one. Bought my 1st new in 2007 & should have kept it! :bellyroll



Anyway, I'm at the point where it's either leave it alone w/the bolt-ons it has or go big turbo along w/upgrade the downpipe while it's down.



Could I just pocket this money and put it in Vette fund or use it for something else? Of course! However, a couple grand really won't have any bearing on getting back into a Vette. I estimate that I'm not getting back into a Vette until at least a year or more from now regardless. :mad0259:



If I go with the BNR Stage 3 turbo, I'm looking at around 340 AWHP on 93 octane. Now comes the more money part...If I add meth, I can get more HP out of her, but then I need a fail safe and probably what is called a Guardian Angel to protect the motor from going BOOM should the meth malfunction. :bulge:



My original plan was make around 375 AWHP as that is about what the stock block can typically handle. That would put the car in the 11s with a good launch. Now that I need meth to get close, I'm a little annoyed that this may get more pricey than I wanted. Damn parasitic loss thanks to AWD. Still glad it's not a FWD Speed3, though. :D



Now I'm on the fence about dropping the money on the car due to this.

There's also the fact that, apparently, all the stock K04 turbos in these cars eventually start to smoke & then it's downhill from there. Mine has no issues now. Knock on wood! :happyanim:

What does E90P think I should do? :help:



As of right now, it's not my daily driver. I sold my beater & relegated my Miata back to daily duty. However, once I get back into a Vette, the Miata will get sold & the MS6 will go back to daily duty. Unless I pick up another beater at the time which is very possible. :lol:

What do you sacrafice for your BMW?

I was doing some thinking today about my expensive hobby/sickness (depending on who you talk to) of modifying cars and started to wonder if there were others like me out there. The thread title suggests that we all have to sacrifice something to own/modify our cars weather it be money, time, or relationships. For me its been a little bit of all those things over the years.



When I first started modding in College (Honda S2000), it came at great impact on my monthly budget, to the tune of probably 25-50% or more of my money. The priority was rent, car parts, girl friend, beer, food. Needless to say I ate a lot of ramen in those days. Luckily for me I had a surplus of time to spend working on cars and going to meets/events or just taking a few hours to go out and drive for no other reason than enjoying the experience. It was all worth it because my car was an expression of my identity and driving/working on her was like therapy and one of my favorite things to do.



After college when I started making a lot more money, I began dropping a lot more cash on my cars in the form of purchasing BMWs and their parts, now being forced to pay that pesky BMW tax. My budget was easily able to maintain a nice standard of living but the car payment and parts ate up pretty much everything I should have been saving for retirement. With less time/energy due to a demanding career, I found myself attending fewer and fewer meets which were now populated with people who seemed to just get younger and younger to me. So my attendance at small night time meets waned in favor of HPDEs and large weekend shows/events. Of course with a Fiancé who didn't quite appreciate all day sitting around in a parking lot or watching cars go around a track I had to split my time between woman and car.



Now that I've reached a more mature stage in life I am able to meet retirement goals as well as purchase high end parts for my cars but the real constraint is time. With a wife and children my availability to go to local night time meets is pretty much non existent with the opportunity to steal away for a weekend few and far between and the source of much negotiation! I often think about what I would do with the extra cash and cant really think of anything besides stowing it away for a rainy day.



Compared to other hobbies like Golf, Guns, Traveling I believe that cars is actually inexpensive considering that you can usually see about 60% of your investment back on car parts via selling them on the used market, even more if you buy used to begin with. A car is required for daily use and serves a practical purpose as opposed to any other of the above listed hobbies as well. So all in all my rational is, compared to other things I could be doing for enjoyment, my cars are actually a pretty good investment!



In Summary, I suppose the sacrifices we make are dependent on our stage of life.



College age and below: Money

Young Professional: Time and Money

Established w/family: Time



Thoughts?

Non-functioning parking sensors

My parking sensors - front and rear- have stopped working.



My dealer is 60 km away, new to BMW and busy - any tip?



Since it is both front and rear I guess it is a software problem.



M sport.

Testing Poll

Poll

End bulk; start cut

It's been almost 8 months since I've been on my first bulk ever (July 1, 2014 - February 21, 2015). Cut starts tomorrow.



Lifts in 1RM went up from:



Deadlift: 265 - 405#

Squat: 190 - 265#

Military Press: 130 - 165#

I don't do flat bench press, but focus on incline dumbbell press. Didn't record starting weight.



Measurements:



Body weight: 168 - 222#

Legs (from highest point on quads): 21.5 - 24"

Arms (not flexed):13.75 - 15.25"

Chest: 38.5 - 42.75"

Waist: 30 - 35.5" :(



Started bulking with 3,000 calories, ended up nearing 3,600 calories. Started getting a little fat with this many.



Will be cutting for 10 weeks at 2,300 calories (and cardio thrown in).





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After:

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More polling :dance:

A new poll

here is a new poll

Bmw technical manual

I was looking for a technical manual on how install an retrofit backup camera, I found this site that contain a lot of document... Did not found what i was looking for but maybe it could be usefull to someone,



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Becoming a Sponsor.

Can someone please point me toward how to become a forum sponsor and the cost? Thanks!

Poll test

testing a poll

Private Banking

I have been a Chase customer for years and have been approached several times about becoming a Chase Private Client.



I have a meeting tomorrow morning with the bank manager to see if it's worth it. I have a checking and savings account with chase and other investments with a CPA on the outside.



Is anyone else a private client, is it a good deal?



What kind of deals are we talking?

Any perks worth it?



Any other banks with higher interest rates or offers seem better?



In this economy the interest rates are so low that even with high amounts of money it doesn't seem that the interest really is worth all that in the end.

2015 X3 prices paid and buying/negotiating experience

Hi guys,



I am going to be looking to buy a new X3 Xdrive28d or Xdrive28i by end of this month and wanted to get a feel for what community members have paid for theirs and what kind of discount you were able to get on your X3.



These are the options I am looking to add:

Premium package

Cold Weather package

Drivers assistance package

Navigation system



I am looking to buy an instock vehicle so there is more room for negotiation. Can you please help me out so I know how much room there is for negotiation?



My wife drives a Q5 and my dealer can give me the same deal on another Q5 (12% off MSRP) with same features as I want on X3 (pano roof, leather, keyless, nav, back up cam, heated seats etc.)



If this has been talked about elsewhere please point me to that link.



Thanks for reading and wish me luck.



T

318ti turbo for sale, impressive

Not me or anyone I know. Just saw this and thought wow! A lot of bang for the buck.



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Quote:

-Lowest boost,14psi It puts down 491whp. Not graphed. -16.5psi boost setting It puts down 571whp. -20psi boost setting It puts down 601whp.

Trunk Cargo Liner

Has anyone used this or recommend a different oem mat?



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Thanks

Run Flat Tires

Hi, Went to the Local BMW dealer to see about trading in my 2005 X3 but was

surprised to see it only comes with RFT tires, no spare or jack. I would have to

buy regular all season tires and a kit with the spare wheel and tire and it would

not fit underneath the rear compartment and would take up almost all my space.

It is amazing that BMW has done this. I will be loloking at the Mercedes Benz GLA250 instead. Totally frustrated, Regards

Norman2:mad0260:

BMW Factoids

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New Owner and A/C Question

Picked my nearly new pre LCI 30d up last Saturday and am really loving the whole experience so far. I've got to grips with most things but am a little concerned about my A/C.



Its fine when its cold as nice and warm when set on auto and left at 22c. But on tuesday when we had a warmer day in the UK I was trying to get it cooler. Normally if I turn climate control down (or even up) 2-3 degrees I would expect it to blow a little harder to get to the required temp. This didn't seem to be the case until I went down to 16.0c and then it was fine. Turn it up to just 16.5c and it immediately stops blowing like it thinks its at the correct temp when to me it still feels warm.



I will try it out again at the weekend but does it sound like something is wrong thermostat wise?



Also I assume when left on auto the fan speed indicator only stays on the bottom light (far left) - I was expecting it to rise and fall with the speed of the fans?



Thanks

Simon

Dinan

Hey I just found out about the X3/X4 stage 1. I was about to move forward with a Macan and may reconsider! This brings up to 360hp plus 392 torque!

Alex07M3 vs the World Thread

Ok, for those folks from F80post, here is a thread where Alex07M3 can tell us everything he wants to tell us about his car, why he doesn't like the f80, why it is sad, why we are fanboys, why we have no intelligence, why we have no manners, and he can just do it over and over and over again.



mkoesel and ybbiz34 , I would be happy to have all of my conversations with Alex moved over here, as, I 'm sure, would Damasconian , KennyPowers , dmk08 , CanAutM3 and the rest of us who (despite our better judgment) get sucked into Alex's nonsense all of the time.



Have at 'er Alex. A whole world unto yourself.

Next car - truck/SUV help

I have an 08 e92 and am considering buying another car. I'm looking into either a truck or SUV for the winter as I commute a lot (nearly 150 miles per day) and as you all may know the e92 absolutely can not handle snow/sleet/ice. Originally I was thinking I want a big truck, like a Chevy 2500HD diesel. I would put a 4" lift on it and add 35" tires and be set. Now I'm thinking maybe a truck is too much and not professional enough (I'm in real estate investment) so I'm thinking about an SUV, maybe a Chevy Tahoe. Can any of you recommend an SUV/truck and explain your reasoning? I'd like to spend somewhere around $40,000ish and don't want to buy anything with more than 35,000 miles. I'd love an x5 but they are out of my price range so I'm thinking something a little lesser.

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could give the new Cayman GT4 a big run for it's money

Fuel door frozen

I couldn't open the fuel door when I wanted to fill up yesterday. After gently blowing hot air from an air dryer and trying to push it several times, it finally opened. Then I found ice in the fuel cap compartment and also around the fuel door seal. The car was touchless washed on Sat. but since Sun. it is extremely cold here in south Ontario. However, I was wondering why lots of water got into the compartment. After taking a close look, I found the fuel door not completely flush with the body, mainly the lower portion. As my x3 is black, it is not very noticeable. but I think this was where the water went in.



Has anyone experienced the same issue? Is it worthwhile to take it to the dealer? Thanks,

Herb Meyer - Ex CIA

Ran across this man, Herb Meyer and find his articles to be very interesting. His credentials are insane! I recommend everyone to take a look, no matter what your political stance is...



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lights must be on to control windows WTF!!!

So my gf's 2005 x3 has to have the headlights switched to the parking light or on position to be able to use the drivers side window module. Every person I talk to at bmw here in Utah has no idea what is going on and has never heard of this before. I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen before and what they did to fix it before I spend the money to take it to bmw for them to try to find the problem.



I checked the normal problems, there were no pinched wires between the door and even replaced the module itself because it was really nasty looking and needed to be replaced anyways for looks.

Drunk Driving and Illegal? No Problem. Thanks, Obama!

Borders wide open? Check.



Border Patrol hamstrung? Check.



Catch-and-release? Check.



Invitation in Central American newspapers to send their kids to America? Check.



Release illegal criminals from jail, into the US? Check.



Executive Order on Immigration? Check.



Bypass Congress on Immigration? Check.



Give illegals a check for $1,000 per child from the IRS, for kids not even living in the US? (Maybe not even kids that exist, as there is no verification) Check.



Let's go ahead and release illegals in the US when they are caught driving drunk:



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Thousands of US citizens are victims of crimes by illegals - now our law enforcement is being instructed to release illegal immigrant drunk drivers on the US population. It's a matter of time til this affects each of us individually.



Thanks Obama!

Whoa first week with X3 35i 25L/100km (9.4m/gallon)

Wow did not expect that, I used the x3 primary in the city, it was frosty cold here in quebec around -30 all week computer tell me I did an average of 25L/100km. (9.4m/galon)



Stop / start is always shut off at this temp

I did smooth drive without to much acceleration

I Let the car runs 5-10 min each morning to let it warm up a little bit (extreme cold)



Is it normal ? I drove 2013 x3 35i (bought it used last week)



Thanks !

How not to tow a truck.

This is just hilarious. Go to 1:24 :lol:

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instagram page...

whats up guys follow me on instagram I Just started a page for strictly cars..



Search: TOMMYDIESELM4



I will be posting pictures on a regular basis of nice cars and obviously plenty of m3s and m4s along with mine!!



thanks :thumbsup:

BMW Tire Selection

Im really disappointed in the tires that came with my 2015 X3 msport, Eagle LS2. :thumbdown



i check their rating on this tire its horrible for such an expensive vehicle. Why couldnt they stick with Cint P7 grand touring all seasons.





:thumbdown

Parking

Still can't get used to press P button for parking. It goes there automatically after switching off the engine. Is it possible to damage something doing it this way? Thanks!

What Your Watch Says About You

Found this on Chrono24 Magazine, thought I'd share.

MSV80.1 in INPA and coding related issues

Has anyone with an N52 X3 gotten EDIABAS to communicate with their DME (MSV80.1)? Since I used INPA/NCS/NFS the first time, I have never been able to access this, but all the other modules communicate fine. I receive "EDIABAS error 100: SYS-0010: INITIALIZATION ERROR." The description/solution for this error is no help at all. I have tried v53, v49, and v46 sp-daten's, all producing the same result. (Before anyone suggests/asks, it is not the cable.)



I was able to ignore this issue until now. I decided to update my transmission software via WinKFP, and received the message indicated programming was successful. I now get the yellow ABS, red BRAKE, and yellow 4x4 lights on the instrument cluster, along with the airbag light. DTC's (from INPA) indicate "transfer case clutch position unknown." This is corresponding to the "trio" of drivetrain lights. Basically, my X3 is driving perfectly fine, but in full RWD only with no ABS. I am hoping the airbag light will resolve itself as i resolve this, more pressing, matter, but if not I will fix that after. I was not receiving the "trio" of lights intermittently prior to updating my transmission, and I do not/have never heard the grinding noise associated with the transfer case gear worn down by the worm gear, so I do not think that is the issue. I believe that if I cleared learned values and re-calibrated the transfer case, I could resolve this issue, but I have yet to see a way to do this with INPA/NCS/NFS. I am currently attempting to get a working DIS or ISTA installation so that I can try this, but if anyone has any input here, it is welcomed.



'08 E83 X3 prod 09/07

Updated Lexus IS-F faster than M3 around a track?

Brother in law is looking to get into something fast, 4 door and sporty after selling his Z4. He has 1 kid so the Z4 would not work anymore.



He wanted a new 335i, but I told him for the price he could pick up a used C63, CTS-V, E90 M3 or IS-F. CTS-V is automatically ruled out since he doesn't do GM.



After trolling the Lexus forums, it seems like the updated 2011 and up Lexus IS-F are seriously fast around the track.



Car and Driver lighting lap has the 2011 IS-F at 3:05.4 which is faster than both the E92 M3 coupe (3:05.6) and C63 AMG Coupe (3:06.3). An E92 M3 coupe running Michelin Pilot Sport Cup Plus tires would only tie (3:05.4) the 2011+ IS-F which is running on regular summer tires.



So my question is... since the IS-F is seriously under tired from the factory, 225F/255R on a 400+ hp car, and it tied an E92 M3 coupe running on 245F/265R track tires. What if they were on level playing fields and they were both running Pilot Sport Cup Plus tires, would the IS-F destroy it the M3?



We're discussing the newer updated 2011+ IS-F here, as everybody already knows the early IS-F's were pretty mediocre around a track.



Thoughts guys? Can anybody track knowledgeable please share their opinions on this?

This Isn't Working

Dumb moderators. I warned you before…



I will always post, I am always here. I will always come back. You will never be able to shut down the real Napster. I make my MT is greater than DCT and hookers in the trunk posts, purposefully, just to watch how long it takes your dumb asses to get wise :lol:



Banning my IP address won’t work either...I have unlimited IP addresses. I reckon it’s either mkossel, Moderator or Dackelone. I know it’s one of you fairies in OT …that I have confirmed.



Now taste some sausage. You will never know when the gay snack is coming…so prepare.



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Tool Tray

We just picked up a 2015 X3 3.5; curious as to where the tools are stowed away (screwdriver, tow hook, etc) thanks in advance for help.

Ford Dealership staff take customer's car for a drive

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Fade into the night







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Friday Night Bridge Lights



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Skyscrapers



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HELP!! car struggles to start

wow, one of my worst day ever!

crazy cold here in Toronto. -35 degrees



Stupidly made many short trips today and then parked at a mall for a long time.



Just got home after getting towed. TD Auto Club, so at least I didn't have to pay for it. frozen hand and feet though...



the problem..

car starts for a second, RPM goes to 2000 to 3000rpm then goes back to 0rpm. when rpm goes up, we tried to press the gas, rpm goes back down again.





jump start did not help.



car seems to crank for a second with the rpm going up then dies to 0 rpm...

F10 535i vs 2009 X6 50i

I am hoping you guys can give me some pointers on a possible move.



Had a 2011 535i for the last year. Fully equipped minus the sport package. Picked up this car for it's interior comfort and drive ability. The original plan was to have this for 2-3 years them move to a x6.



Car is space grey and the wife has always wanted a different color. So with taxes and bonus coming up we are considering a gloss white wrap and tires are about done so switching to some new wheels and non run flat tires (they suck haha)



Wife was looking around on the internets and found an 09 x6 50ix with 41k on the clock. We both really love the car but it's got the N63 4.4 and I have always heard that they are trouble. Can anyone speak in depth about such a swap.



The big advantage I am seeing is I would pick up about 6k in collateral value by swapping my 5 for the x6.



Any advice would be greatly appreciated.



Thanks.

Possible sub-forum in the Technical Topics for.....

Autox/Track and Drag racing threads!?



I know the population isn't too big yet but it can be more focused instead of cluttering up the tire/engine/suspension threads with autox/track discussions.

Anyone use another oil other than 5W30?

I was wondering whether if anyone on here is using a different oil viscosity other than a 5w30.



Was thinking of switching to 5w40.



'07 x3 3.0si N52B30



TIA

Not My BMW, Macau and Hong Kong

February, 2015, Macau

From this group of 8 B&W photos: http://ift.tt/1AaHS8n



I travel a lot, but photograph through a street photographer's eyes. A lot of forum members have visited my blog, but if you have not, you might find it entertaining. It is ad free and nothing is for sale there.



This link is to the entire Hong Kong an Macau gallery: http://ift.tt/19ku81Y

Steering wheel clicking noise!

Just picked up my X3 2 weeks ago. Currently at less than 400 miles, and the steering wheel is having some weird clicking noise when I turn the wheels. It happens mostly when I make a left turn at 6PM part of the rotation, and sounds like when you turn the dial on the Chronograph watch. Here's the video I took. The sound is louder in the video because as you can here, the background noise is pretty loud too.



Anybody had the same issue?

Potential plans...photoshop please?

Hiya guys,



I am toying with a few ideas and I was wondering if someone could photoshop me the following using the pictures posted below:

• Car with black gloss (same as grills) wing mirrors


• Car with my wheels in black


• Car with some MV3's in black


• Car with some MV3's in grey

I know it's quite an ask, I just know there are some people pretty good with photoshop on here and I'd like some idea before I spend on implementing the plans.



Thankyou :)

Did I get a good lease deal?

2015 X3 x28:



xLine

mineral white

prem package

tech package

lighting package

cold weather package

Driver assist

Driver assist plus

Rear window shades



$0 down

Car price=$52,300 (MSRP=$54,800)

Starting MF= .0015, then used 7 MSD's to lower MF.



===

$806/month





Best, good, or bad deal? Thanks.

Cold Transmission Slow Shifting

My sister has a 2004 X3 2.5 with an automatic, 140,000 miles. The last two winters the transmission shifts very slow upon initial engine start and the transmission is cold (below 30 deg. F). I'm thinking about rebuilding the control module with new solenoids and pressure switches.



Has anyone had a similar problem and what was the fix?



Thanks in advance.

So What Did You Get for Your Valentines...

Sent flowers to my flower at her office:







And today I asked if she could get some stuff I forgot in my trunk:

Canine Custom Rear Seat Cover

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Had this for about 6 months. Used it primarily to keep the rear seats safe from baby stuff (cherrios, spilled stuff, etc).



Fortunately none of those things ever happened except the occasional loose cheerio so the cover is in excellent condition.



It's designed really for pets but serves either purpose well. It is extremely well made (they are cut to order) and fit very good. I think personally it's one of the best quality ones that you can buy that actually are made to fit. They material is water repellant on top and nylon on the bottom. You can even machine wash it.



Should fit 2011-2015 no problem (I will double check but I am pretty sure it's compatible with 40/20/40 configurations).



Will send you pics if serious.



Will accept local pick up or ship to you in the US.

Badge Delete

Anyone here de-badge their X3; pics?

FS: 2012 Alpine White BMW X6M (35xxx miles) $54,500

Hi Guys,



I have a 2012 BMW X6M with 35xxx miles and the following specs:



- Color: Alpine White exterior / Shakir Orange interior (FULL EXTENDED LEATHER)

- Options: Every options besides the Rear entertainment system.

1. Heated steering wheel

2. Rear Air Conditioning

3. Front and Rear Heated Seats

4. Keyless Entry

5. Head Up Display

6. Front and Rear with Surround View

- Semi-glossed Blacked Out original Wheels

- Rear Carbon Fiber lid

- Active Autowerke tune with Simon Tool ($1100 value)



FOR SALE for ONLY $54,500 (price incl. CF lid and AA tune !!).



The following are some mods that I can sell with or without the car (prefferably with the car):

- Vorsteiner Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser ($1800 w/car OR $2000 by it self)

- Einsenmann RACE Exhaust ($2000 w/car OR $2800 by it self)



The car is in pristine condition, the paint is still very shinny (regularly detailed), Runs smoothly, Leather is in GREAT condition, Very minimal / almost showing no tear & wear.



KBB value is $55,214. Please email me if interested (ryanbudiman@gmail.com) and I will send you the pictures of the car. LOCAL PICK UP (LOS ANGELES)! CASH / CASHIER'S CHECK ONLY! SERIOUS BUYER ONLY!



Pictures of car are coming. Vehicle is currently at the dealership for maintenance. Will upload pictures ASAP.

Duck Hunt

Duck Hunt is 2 player???



Whaaaa





I never knew the 2nd controller controls the ducks while P1 shoots them.





mind = blown

And I thought German cars depriciated the most

Wow, interesting list, only two real German cars (the Smart isn't a car, it's a deathtrap go-kart) and they aren't even near the top. No Audis or BMWs made the top ten period.





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Aston Martin Vulcan

What is it? Whatever it is, it's arriving soon







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Why are all cars starting to look the same?

It seems that almost every new car on the road looks the same. The same bland, bloated design with high bulky hood lines. I can barely tell any models apart in a make's lineup...example:







And then most of those designs are nearly identical to other makes









I remember around 2000 to 2008 that were all kinds of unique designs even in the sedan and SUV area. That seemed to be the peak of car design when it came to variety. After 2009 it started to go downhill.



Any idea?