New to BMW

jin · 04-22-2015, 07:02 PM

Hi everyone

Love the forum ive learnt so much reading. Previously I had a Merc C300 2009. My new ride is a E90 335i 2007.

My first impressions were the handling and power were simply awesome and would never go back to Merc again unless it was an AMG. Initially i preferred the interior of the C300 the controls seems to be a bit more ergo and easier to get around but i think it was just adjusting to the BMW layout.

I plan to keep it for a long time. Its a SGM colour, sunroof, Logic 7 stereo

yay!, 193 wheels, Msport package, comfort access, and no HPFP issues to date (fingers crossed it stays that way!). Mileeage is quite high 125,000km / 77K miles but it was a good deal.

Upgrades im planning are:

- JB 4
- DCI
- FMIC
- M3 front suspension refresh
- KW V3 coilovers or Eichbach springs / FSD shocks (see my other thread)
- Blackline tail lights
- Convert ashstray to sunglass holder with iphone hookup
- Tints

Ill post some pics as soon as I have detailed it. It was pretty grubby when I bought it.

Peace!

BeastMode335i · 04-22-2015, 07:51 PM

Pics or it didn't happen..

welcome

Tom Droze · 04-22-2015, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BeastMode335i

Pics or it didn't happen..

welcome

So said Bill Clinton!

But welcome!

Foxes · 04-22-2015, 10:40 PM

Hello there!

Like you, I just purchased an 07 335i albeit in the E92 chassis. Mileage was at 45k miles however there have been a few tired parts which had to be replaced. Water pump and vanos solenoids to name a few, along with a new battery. I have to agree on the power delivery though, it has been nothing short of excellent.

Welcome aboard!

pruettfan · 04-22-2015, 11:26 PM

Stay proactive on maintenance and repairs and it will serve you very well. Congrats

Tsujen · 04-23-2015, 06:53 AM

Welcome and congrats on the pick up! Definitely post some pics!

I would also look into a charge pipe with the mods you're doing, the stock one is pretty weak and can blow out with higher levels of boost.

cpie168 · 04-23-2015, 07:40 AM

Pics!!!

BMDoublYou · 04-23-2015, 07:44 AM

Mods are fun, but a car that runs right is even better! Make sure you are ready for a few hiccups, tuned the car likes to go through plugs rather quickly, stay on top of fluid changes and you should be golden, 125 000km is nothing! People have been getting 200k miles!

Welcome and enjoy!

Underground6t9 · 04-23-2015, 08:01 AM

I just checked my plugs and they look good, been running cobb stage 1+ tune for 20k miles. Im not sure what you mean about plugs going rather quickly.

BMDoublYou · 04-23-2015, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Underground6t9

I just checked my plugs and they look good, been running cobb stage 1+ tune for 20k miles. Im not sure what you mean about plugs going rather quickly.

BMW recommends changing them on all boosted cars every 45k miles, many people have reported with a tune, changing every 20/25k is advised to stay away from misfires. I'm glad your plugs still look good, there are always exceptions to every rule.

Source: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=631829

Underground6t9 · 04-23-2015, 10:30 AM

yeah i was just wondering what the mileage was on a tuned car.
Thanks

Underground6t9 · 04-23-2015, 10:31 AM

yeah i was just wondering what the mileage was on a tuned car.
Thanks

mike@x-ph.com · 04-23-2015, 01:25 PM

Welcome and congrats!!

Fundguy1 · 04-23-2015, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Underground6t9

yeah i was just wondering what the mileage was on a tuned car.
Thanks

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04-22-2015, 07:02 PM	#1
jin Second Lieutenant 74 Rep 252 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 335i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NZ iTrader: (2)	New to BMW - bought used E90 335i 2007 Hi everyone Love the forum ive learnt so much reading. Previously I had a Merc C300 2009. My new ride is a E90 335i 2007. My first impressions were the handling and power were simply awesome and would never go back to Merc again unless it was an AMG. Initially i preferred the interior of the C300 the controls seems to be a bit more ergo and easier to get around but i think it was just adjusting to the BMW layout. I plan to keep it for a long time. Its a SGM colour, sunroof, Logic 7 stereo yay!, 193 wheels, Msport package, comfort access, and no HPFP issues to date (fingers crossed it stays that way!). Mileeage is quite high 125,000km / 77K miles but it was a good deal. Upgrades im planning are: - JB 4 - DCI - FMIC - M3 front suspension refresh - KW V3 coilovers or Eichbach springs / FSD shocks (see my other thread) - Blackline tail lights - Convert ashstray to sunglass holder with iphone hookup - Tints Ill post some pics as soon as I have detailed it. It was pretty grubby when I bought it. Peace!
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Foxes Private 13 Rep 62 Posts Drives: 07' E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Georgetown, Penang iTrader: (0)	Hello there! Like you, I just purchased an 07 335i albeit in the E92 chassis. Mileage was at 45k miles however there have been a few tired parts which had to be replaced. Water pump and vanos solenoids to name a few, along with a new battery. I have to agree on the power delivery though, it has been nothing short of excellent. Welcome aboard!
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pruettfan Brigadier General 1622 Rep 3,402 Posts Drives: 2017 M2, LBB, DCT, Exec Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Chandler, AZ iTrader: (0)	Stay proactive on maintenance and repairs and it will serve you very well. Congrats
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Tsujen First Lieutenant 87 Rep 319 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Chicago iTrader: (1)	Welcome and congrats on the pick up! Definitely post some pics! I would also look into a charge pipe with the mods you're doing, the stock one is pretty weak and can blow out with higher levels of boost. __________________ 07' 335i Monaco Blue - Cobb V3 / vrsf 7" fmic / vrsf cp / bms dci
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BMDoublYou Captain 117 Rep 622 Posts Drives: 09 E90 335xi / 08 E82 128i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: True North iTrader: (1)	Mods are fun, but a car that runs right is even better! Make sure you are ready for a few hiccups, tuned the car likes to go through plugs rather quickly, stay on top of fluid changes and you should be golden, 125 000km is nothing! People have been getting 200k miles! Welcome and enjoy!
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Underground6t9 Lieutenant Colonel 317 Rep 1,735 Posts Drives: BMW 335xi, Lexus is250 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Eugene, OR iTrader: (2)	I just checked my plugs and they look good, been running cobb stage 1+ tune for 20k miles. Im not sure what you mean about plugs going rather quickly.
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Underground6t9 Lieutenant Colonel 317 Rep 1,735 Posts Drives: BMW 335xi, Lexus is250 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Eugene, OR iTrader: (2)	yeah i was just wondering what the mileage was on a tuned car. Thanks
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Underground6t9 Lieutenant Colonel 317 Rep 1,735 Posts Drives: BMW 335xi, Lexus is250 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Eugene, OR iTrader: (2)	yeah i was just wondering what the mileage was on a tuned car. Thanks
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