Bye Bye 335d... Hello New M3 CP

swiffywagbags · 06-14-2018, 03:37 PM

So I was tempted by the current deals being offered by BMW dealerships across the UK and took delivery of a shiny new motor the week before last.

M3 Competition Package
Black Sapphire
Black extended merino leather
Steering wheel heating
DCT transmission
Sun Protection Glass
Carbon Fibre interior trim
High Beam Assist
M Head up display
Harmon Kardon
Speed Limit Display

What an absolute animal. I can't believe the difference in how this thing looks and drives compared to the 335D. Don't get me wrong the 335 is quick but this just has such a sense of occasion.

The only thing I am tempted to do is the carbon exterior pack at some point, but that can wait for a little while.

Anyway, let me know what you think. A few pics if you click the link below.

Thanks for looking.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/158963971@N07/C53yx2

73henny · 06-14-2018, 03:45 PM

Look great. Congrats

Lorcan · 06-14-2018, 04:13 PM

We can make it badderer

teaston · 06-14-2018, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lorcan

We can make it badderer

You mean worse

philiper1 · 06-14-2018, 04:53 PM

Very nice, enjoy

swiffywagbags · 06-14-2018, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lorcan

We can make it badderer

Haha. I took the spacers off the 335 before I handed it back but left the springs on.

I guess the spacers I have don’t fit the M3?

If not I’ll probably put them up for sale on here..

stefan4 · 06-14-2018, 05:05 PM

nice! think a fair few of us are moving from x40i / 335d with the deals on offer.

nice ride! these cars are astonishing

too hot · 06-14-2018, 05:43 PM

Nice car

Junebug85 · 06-14-2018, 05:44 PM

Looks great!

Will you be getting the rear lights tinted again...

evdok · 06-14-2018, 05:52 PM

Happy motoring

Rukka · 06-15-2018, 03:35 AM

Looking good OP. Welcome to the M club

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simon. · 06-15-2018, 04:30 AM

Very nice OP & a great spec.

swiffywagbags · 06-15-2018, 06:16 AM

Thanks everyone. I am really pleased with the car and the deals were really good I felt.

lethbridge · 06-15-2018, 09:44 AM

Congratulations - I'll be following suit shortly, my YMB M3CP is in the country now having Carbon & MPE fitted - but not sure when I'll pick it up yet... I think there are quite a few moving from x35d to M3. As 35d cars are usually driven by high mileage drivers... how many miles will you be doing/have circumstances changed? I used to do 30k but have dropped to 20k as has my need for the space the GT gives which all feels manageable now in the F80... Looking forward to the performance, the sound track & not having to slip on a glove to refuel after 15 years of various 6 cylinder BMW diesels... I have thoroughly enjoyed all my 35ds - they are incredibly effective machines for high mileage drivers...

swiffywagbags · 06-15-2018, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lethbridge

Congratulations - I'll be following suit shortly, my YMB M3CP is in the country now having Carbon & MPE fitted - but not sure when I'll pick it up yet... I think there are quite a few moving from x35d to M3. As 35d cars are usually driven by high mileage drivers... how many miles will you be doing/have circumstances changed? I used to do 30k but have dropped to 20k as has my need for the space the GT gives which all feels manageable now in the F80... Looking forward to the performance, the sound track & not having to slip on a glove to refuel after 15 years of various 6 cylinder BMW diesels... I have thoroughly enjoyed all my 35ds - they are incredibly effective machines for high mileage drivers...

Thanks.. Wow, YMB with carbon is bound to look amazing. I was torn between the black sapphire and YMB as they had 2 cars available but the black had slightly better spec hence I went for that. Out of interest what are the dealers charging to fit the carbon pack. Im not too fussed about the exhaust as the one it comes with standard (which I think is different on the CP anyway??) sounds pretty damn good. The cold starts are the best!!!

Im doing about 12 to 15k a year tops so can justify the green pump. I havent done silly mileage for a few years but bought the 335d as I couldnt justify an M back then... and then I did some man maths and justified it to myself ha... still working on the Mrs though.

Have to agree with you the 335ds are a great bit of kit and get you serious performance for the money. Very capable machine and quite easily 50mpg on a run... but it's not an M and doesnt set your pulse racing every time you drive it.

Bet you can't wait to take delivery of yours. Can't be long now if they are fitting the kit to it. Within the next week surely..

lethbridge · 06-15-2018, 10:54 AM

I just went for the carbon packs (ZZC & ZZM) in the price list as part of the factory order/deal & 0% PCP so that is factory fitted (no extra fitting charge) although it turns out they fit the carbon kit when it arrives in country but before it goes to the dealer apparently. In theory it arrives at the dealer w/c 25th June to be prepped & have the MPE fitted but as I'm on holiday at the end of that week I'm in no hurry - though I expect the dealer will be in order to land it in this qtrs figures so I sense a further negotiation opportunity

I agree that good though 35d/40i are - and they are very good - there is just no comparison with an M3/4, so yes I'm looking forward to it

MackM4Comp · 06-15-2018, 12:21 PM

Congratulations, fabulous cars, as you say every time you get in it’s an occasion very different from the old oil burner!! I absolutely love my TZB M4 CP

Enjoy your M Motoring

Hammer Werke · 06-15-2018, 12:43 PM

Looks really mean. I love the wheels, seats and also that it has real gauges. Congrats!!

swiffywagbags · 06-15-2018, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LobB

You do realise that this link takes you to the photos that you paid me to take of your wife being serviced by Winston?

If you want my come back... its all over your wife's face

swiffywagbags · 06-15-2018, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Junebug85

Looks great!

Will you be getting the rear lights tinted again...

Not sure.. I think I will leave them.

I have been offered a pair of M performance ones for next to nothing but I dont really like them. Think they look cheap IMO.

Derrymilk · 06-16-2018, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swiffywagbags

So I was tempted by the current deals being offered by BMW dealerships across the UK and took delivery of a shiny new motor the week before last.

M3 Competition Package
Black Sapphire
Black extended merino leather
Steering wheel heating
DCT transmission
Sun Protection Glass
Carbon Fibre interior trim
High Beam Assist
M Head up display
Harmon Kardon
Speed Limit Display

What an absolute animal. I can't believe the difference in how this thing looks and drives compared to the 335D. Don't get me wrong the 335 is quick but this just has such a sense of occasion.

The only thing I am tempted to do is the carbon exterior pack at some point, but that can wait for a little while.

Anyway, let me know what you think. A few pics if you click the link below.

Thanks for looking.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/158963971@N07/C53yx2

Can’t see the car. Link just opens Flickr with random shit

dizzy619 · 06-16-2018, 06:37 AM

Link works fine... Nice motor

06-14-2018, 03:37 PM	#1
swiffywagbags Enlisted Member 56 Rep 49 Posts Drives: 335d M Sport Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (0)	Bye Bye 335d... Hello New M3 CP So I was tempted by the current deals being offered by BMW dealerships across the UK and took delivery of a shiny new motor the week before last. M3 Competition Package Black Sapphire Black extended merino leather Steering wheel heating DCT transmission Sun Protection Glass Carbon Fibre interior trim High Beam Assist M Head up display Harmon Kardon Speed Limit Display What an absolute animal. I can't believe the difference in how this thing looks and drives compared to the 335D. Don't get me wrong the 335 is quick but this just has such a sense of occasion. The only thing I am tempted to do is the carbon exterior pack at some point, but that can wait for a little while. Anyway, let me know what you think. A few pics if you click the link below. Thanks for looking. https://www.flickr.com/gp/158963971@N07/C53yx2 __________________ 2018 BMW M3 Competition Package
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lethbridge Captain 470 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 M3 CP YMB Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW M3 CP [10.00]	Congratulations - I'll be following suit shortly, my YMB M3CP is in the country now having Carbon & MPE fitted - but not sure when I'll pick it up yet... I think there are quite a few moving from x35d to M3. As 35d cars are usually driven by high mileage drivers... how many miles will you be doing/have circumstances changed? I used to do 30k but have dropped to 20k as has my need for the space the GT gives which all feels manageable now in the F80... Looking forward to the performance, the sound track & not having to slip on a glove to refuel after 15 years of various 6 cylinder BMW diesels... I have thoroughly enjoyed all my 35ds - they are incredibly effective machines for high mileage drivers...
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lethbridge Captain 470 Rep 785 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 M3 CP YMB Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW M3 CP [10.00]	I just went for the carbon packs (ZZC & ZZM) in the price list as part of the factory order/deal & 0% PCP so that is factory fitted (no extra fitting charge) although it turns out they fit the carbon kit when it arrives in country but before it goes to the dealer apparently. In theory it arrives at the dealer w/c 25th June to be prepped & have the MPE fitted but as I'm on holiday at the end of that week I'm in no hurry - though I expect the dealer will be in order to land it in this qtrs figures so I sense a further negotiation opportunity I agree that good though 35d/40i are - and they are very good - there is just no comparison with an M3/4, so yes I'm looking forward to it
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