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BraveUlysses posted:Roof rack! You weren't kidding.    
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Huh, I guess I didn't look very hard when I was looking at getting an Mcoupe. Still kinda iffy about lifting 40lb tires over bodywork but it solves my main issue with using it as a track car.
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There was a guy with a miata that had some kind of mount to a hitch that had bars come up and he put the tires on that, that would sit just behind the car (or maybe over his trunk, I forget). Maybe something like that would be possible.
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Minimaul posted:There was a guy with a miata that had some kind of mount to a hitch that had bars come up and he put the tires on that, that would sit just behind the car (or maybe over his trunk, I forget). Maybe something like that would be possible. Yeah, google "TireTail": https://www.google.com/search?q=tir...ZHanOiwKP8IDoCQ
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HotCanadianChick posted:Good luck finding a Dice Mediabridge, as far as I can tell, Audiovox bought Dice and promptly discontinued the Mediabridge. I ended up just getting a USA-Spec iPod interface kit, since I couldn't find anyplace that still had mediabridges in stock and I really didn't care that much about the Bluetooth anyways. Holy poo poo, I didn't realize this. I got mine in July or August, after they were bought by Audiovox but before they were discontinued. So I have a mediabridge that's branded as an audiovox. I checked Bavarian Autosport, and they're all listed as "please call." That really sucks, I love my mediabridge.
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Shiiiiit I've been wanting to get a Mediabridge for a while and I just haven't gotten around to it. Are there any similar or better alternatives that don't resort to a whole new ugly headunit?
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Well now that the temperature is well above freezing again, that rumble/vibration I had a couple days ago has completely vanished. I guess ut was just the cold making something unhappy, which is still kind of odd, as I've driven the car in that kind of cold before without that vibration. I'm still going to give everything a good once over, as it could be a sign something is close to breaking.
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MrChips posted:Well now that the temperature is well above freezing again, that rumble/vibration I had a couple days ago has completely vanished... I've noticed flat spots on my tires from parking stay around much longer and are much more pronounced when it is really cold.
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http://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/3582669028.html Stock, except for all the mods. Also was repainted. I have a bad feeling about this.
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Jealous Cow posted:http://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/3582669028.html That's not too bad? 5k is entirely reasonable.
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craigslist posted:Notable things: ABS and SRS lights are on. Both just bad sensors - easy fix I love poo poo like this in craigslist ads, you see it all the time. If it's such an easy fix, why haven't you fixed it yet to make your sale significantly easier? Oh, because it's actually something much more serious...
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Moxie Omen posted:That's not too bad? 5k is entirely reasonable. Yea, I hate resprays though. The only time they're ever done right is when the person has no intention of selling the car and spends way too much.
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Jealous Cow posted:http://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/3582669028.html This car was worth $45k 18 years ago! Also, the leather looks beat to poo poo.
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I feel like a fat idiot. How come nobody ever told me you can get a 2010 BMW Wagon with a 6-speed manual? I'm amazed I didn't know anything about these at all. Looks like I may be buying a one-way ticket here soon though.
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KakerMix posted:I feel like a fat idiot. God dam that is one sexy wagon. I am curious about the M Sport package though... but god drat, the rims, the interior.... gently caress that is one amazing car.
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Speaking of wagons and Craigslist M3s, here's something from the CL thread:Crustashio posted:Price not so gold, but gently caress this is one rare car.
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Only took a few pictures because I was strapped for time.      Loving it so far. It's perfect for what I need (well, want) right now. It's very spry and snappy. I may end up with just some lowering springs, because it's pretty high up there. But that's it for mods. Can't imagine what it'd be like with one of those chips/flashes that bump it up like 40hp/tq. It's plenty for me. Stupid front plate.  I'm going to get some winter wheels/tires for it and a clear bra within the next couple weeks. Of course, the day I get it it is the day after it snows and then warms up to over 32 degrees! Rotates surprisingly well, and it's eager to do it. I'm used to the rear end sliding out, but not being pulled by the front wheels at the same time. It's neat. I mean, I'm following break-in procedures to the letter! *I'll get some profile pictures tomorrow or Saturday when it's light out. By the time I got out of class after picking up the car it was dark out.
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A five-series wagon must be goddamn enormous - did they ever make them in RWD?
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Some tuners decide to make an M version of the E89 Z4.  http://www.bimmer-mag.com/issues/104/articles/making-up-for-the-missing-m-car?page=1#.UQt3u79EF8E
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Guinness posted:Shiiiiit I've been wanting to get a Mediabridge for a while and I just haven't gotten around to it. Are there any similar or better alternatives that don't resort to a whole new ugly headunit? From what I can tell, you can pair a Parrot CK3000 Evolution with a Connects2 CTPPAR007 (17 pin) or CTPPAR008 (40 pin) steering wheel controls wiring harness. Basically this setup will get you A2DP for music streaming and steering wheel controls, so you can tell siri to call someone by pressing the talking face button. Install with this procedure. concise fucked around with this message at 17:38 on Feb 1, 2013 |
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I've seen that combo mentioned before but didn't realize it offers A2DP. If that's true I may have to consider it. Can you control the A2DP with the steering wheel next/back buttons?
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Argh. 6-spd E90 328 is having some starting / idling issues. Feels like vacuum / idle air valve type issues I had in Subarus, but I'd love another opinion from people who know the cars better. Here are the symptoms:
These symptoms started right after an oil change at the dealership. Any thoughts appreciated.
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sofullofhate posted:Argh. 6-spd E90 328 is having some starting / idling issues. Feels like vacuum / idle air valve type issues I had in Subarus, but I'd love another opinion from people who know the cars better. Here are the symptoms: Almost certainly vacuum issues, that describes pretty well what happened when I swapped my intake manifold and didn't have a vacuum house fully seated. Not very likely that they'd knock something loose with an oil change, but that's the most reasonable answer.
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sofullofhate posted:Argh. 6-spd E90 328 is having some starting / idling issues. Feels like vacuum / idle air valve type issues
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Guinness posted:I've seen that combo mentioned before but didn't realize it offers A2DP. If that's true I may have to consider it. Can you control the A2DP with the steering wheel next/back buttons? I can't quite tell what the people at E46fanatics and bimmerforums are talking about now that you mention it, some people mention music compatibility, others don't. I'll keep researching and try to figure it out. concise fucked around with this message at 21:32 on Feb 1, 2013 |
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sofullofhate posted:Argh. 6-spd E90 328 is having some starting / idling issues. Feels like vacuum / idle air valve type issues I had in Subarus, but I'd love another opinion from people who know the cars better. Here are the symptoms: Did you check that the oil fill cap was fully tightened?
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Hog Obituary posted:I think you should buy a testarossa. I can't wait to be posting frantically on ferrarichat with subjects like "loving PIECE OF poo poo LEFT ME ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AGAIN CAN SOMEBODY LEND ME $25K". mungtor posted:Did you check that the oil fill cap was fully tightened? I did but I'll check it again, thanks.
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oddspelling posted:Some tuners decide to make an M version of the E89 Z4. gently caress yase.
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Finally got around to installing that UUC cupholder today at work. 
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That's the same cupholder we sell at work for boats. They are neat and work well, but be careful because those little arms will break eventually.
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If you guys were ordering an M3 what would you chose for the transmission? Manual or DCT? I've always been a manual guy but I drove an M5 recently with SMG III and it was pretty nice. I hear the DCT is even better.
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Jealous Cow posted:If you guys were ordering an M3 what would you chose for the transmission? Manual or DCT? I've always been a manual guy but I drove an M5 recently with SMG III and it was pretty nice. I hear the DCT is even better. That's a pretty tough call. At speed, odds are that the dual clutch is better and faster than you are. The weakness of the DCT is some odd behavior at low speeds (parallel parking can be a pain in the rear end) and higher maintenance costs. You have to decide if you use "fun" and "involvement" to describe a manual transmission, and if that's worth it to you.
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I had a DSG in my VW Golf TDI, and a DCT in my M3 ('09 Convertible). I like it, because I can paddle shift it if I want more control (and more fun), or I can just leave it in automatic if I am just driving around in traffic or whatever.
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For an M3 I'd take a manual, because I'd assume that would be spiritedly driven or autocrossed. If it was just a daily driver or casual car the DCT (or any auto) would be just fine. For me, at least. In a similar vein. I got the 8AT (non-sport) in my 328xi and it's pretty solid. I haven't driven an auto in about 8 years, but it's fun when I need it to be and for 95% of my other driving it's great because I can just sit back and drive... or sit back and relax in traffic. I guess it just depends on your driving style, where/how you'll be driving and if you want to deal with a clutch in traffic. Either system is only going to be as good as the driver.
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Minimaul posted:For an M3 I'd take a manual, because I'd assume that would be spiritedly driven or autocrossed. If it was just a daily driver or casual car the DCT (or any auto) would be just fine. For me, at least. Racing teams have moved to DCT because it's more efficient than any human could possibly hope to be, so from a technical and performance perspective it's a winner hands down. The only thing I'd miss is the "involvement" factor of being so connected to the car.
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Jealous Cow posted:Racing teams have moved to DCT because it's more efficient than any human could possibly hope to be, so from a technical and performance perspective it's a winner hands down. The only thing I'd miss is the "involvement" factor of being so connected to the car. Yeah, true. For me there's also the "involvement" factor for the manuals.
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I'm currently in the process of buying a 2006 BMW 325xi with about 88k miles for $16,500 after taxes and fees, and wanted to share some pictures and gather some thoughts.  I got to drive it for a bit and the steering wheel squeaks - this is apparently somewhat common and not too hard to fix. Apparently it can be done by liberally spraying one of the bearings in the steering column with some kind of lubricant, which is supposedly doable from over the hood or through a panel in the foot-well. Other issues were just minor cosmetic things - a couple of small dents in the passenger door where someone else likely opened their door into it, and some minor, hard to notice scratches on the fender above the front right wheel. So that's my future maroon saloon. What sort of problems should I be wary of? The E90s seem to be pretty reliable outside of the steering wheel locking [which was fixed after '06], though I feel like if that were going to be a problem it would've already happened.
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What is it with 2009 335i sedans that make it impossible to find them in manual. It seems like a decent enough car it just seems like all the used ones were driven by people who werent aware that they were driving a performance car and not a grocery getter..
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coolskillrex remix posted:What is it with 2009 335i sedans that make it impossible to find them in manual. It seems like a decent enough car it just seems like all the used ones were driven by people who werent aware that they were driving a performance car and not a grocery getter.. I would wager that a lot of people that bought it as a performance vehicle also got it as an auto since it's faster than the manual.
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Stealth Like posted:I would wager that a lot of people that bought it as a performance vehicle also got it as an auto since it's faster than the manual. I think the people who bought it as a performance vehicle are the minority who got it as a manual. The majority pick the car based on the bigger numbers rather than appreciating it as a mini-M3, and are probably more likely to prefer the ease of an auto. It does probably helps having an auto that's technically faster than a manual.
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