Interior changes

PrimoM3 · 02-01-2010, 01:34 PM

What do you think BMW will change for the ///M1's interior? Speculate away...
What would you hope/like to see changed to the interior? Pray on...

I think they will change the seats and steering wheel, both of which I would welcome a sportier style and some add'l 'grip' from. I imagine we'll retain the current ///M shift knob, but I think logo'd aluminum pedals and door sills will be standard.
I'd like to see a completely revised instrument/gauge cluster and dash, but I think that's a pipe dream. Though, I could see them changing the faces of the gauges to include the ///M logo and likely revise the redline indicator. If the ugly dash remains (IMHO), I hope they at least cover it in alcantara or offer some other premium material. I'm hoping we see the carbon leather trim from the ///M3 and ///M5, too.

Curious to hear your thoughts. Just maybe Scott26 will chime in too, if we're lucky.

PrimoM3 · 02-01-2010, 05:28 PM

Spartan interior FTW, low-quality plastics FTL.

Lloyd · 02-01-2010, 05:34 PM

id hope the cluster is more glamorous, id have to say, for a sport luxury the 135's are half ass

driftdriven · 02-01-2010, 05:58 PM

BMW interiors are boring all together. The M3 is ehhh....ok. I do like the VW and Audi interiors but that is a given. I do hope that the M1 is going to try something a bit more exciting too

ennislaw · 02-01-2010, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by driftdriven

BMW interiors are boring all together. The M3 is ehhh....ok. I do like the VW and Audi interiors but that is a given. I do hope that the M1 is going to try something a bit more exciting too

You say boring, I say classic and understated. If I wanted the Audi ostentatious design, I'd buy one (an orange car - really). All in all, it's just a matter of personal taste.

pge

raisemyrent · 02-01-2010, 06:33 PM

audi is nice I sat in an a4 not too long ago; much better than a 3 imo. mmmm, maybe more room at the back, more cupholders, softer suspension? just sayin...

all joking aside, it's a tough one to speculate on, maybe that's why the low replies

sparoz · 02-01-2010, 07:46 PM

I have no problem with current interior. It is how BMW has always been - very functional. As long as it got more extended leather options I would be happy.

If anything, having the 5er/7er dash would be a nice touch.

I always much prefer my car is understated, and I am pretty sure I am going to disbadge the ///M.

amdmaxx · 02-01-2010, 10:43 PM

I want more tech inside, something similar to Ford's MyFord Sync.
Nice large 8 inch screen, with or without NAV...
Ipod/smartphone/bluetooth integration. without charging arm and a leg for it
Keep sports seats standard (obvious)
make short shift kit standard..
Sporty Aluminum trim with other trims optional.
Keep good level of sound insulation (for daily drivability)
make a decent sound system standard
Keep fit and finish on level with the best out there.

<I want Aston Interior..>

dbtk · 02-02-2010, 02:02 AM

Carbon leather dash

ChrisK · 02-02-2010, 05:46 AM

If you guys are looking for interior glitz, BMW is not for you. Functional and conservative is what BMW is about. That will never change.

lopealle · 02-02-2010, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amdmaxx

I want more tech inside, something similar to Ford's MyFord Sync.
Nice large 8 inch screen, with or without NAV...
Ipod/smartphone/bluetooth integration. without charging arm and a leg for it
Keep sports seats standard (obvious)
make short shift kit standard..
Sporty Aluminum trim with other trims optional.
Keep good level of sound insulation (for daily drivability)
make a decent sound system standard
Keep fit and finish on level with the best out there.

<I want Aston Interior..>

dude thats pretty ugly to me lol. looks like somebody pimped it

FJUNO78 · 02-02-2010, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lopealle

dude thats pretty ugly to me lol. looks like somebody pimped it

+1

I agree with what alot of others said. I like a simple interior. Porsche interiors are my favorite.

mixxer · 02-02-2010, 10:27 AM

Yea lets cry for more power but add 100lbs of bs gagets.

M3Newbie88 · 02-02-2010, 11:02 AM

BMW interiors are classic and very little has changed throughout the years which makes it what it is... If I wanted something techy and more stylish I would not go GERMAN.. and go Japanese as they look way better than any european cars interior... no matter shape, color or technology. I picked a BMW knowing that I hate the orange dash lights because of the performance and pure driving capabilities of the car... after 2 years of driving my 1 series I am ok with the interior now...

PrimoM3 · 02-02-2010, 11:58 AM

I agree, I like the spartan look of a BMW interior. I just hope they make it a bit more masculine and sporty, while offering some improvement in materials wouldn't hurt either.

Suede (alcantara) dash would be hot.

JasonCSU · 02-02-2010, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lopealle

dude thats pretty ugly to me lol. looks like somebody pimped it

I've never heard someone say that about an Aston interior before, especially with the alcantera. I do think the center stack in that particular Aston (I believe it's a DBS) is a bit flashy with the glossy piano black and shiny stainless trim. I like the interior of the Vantage myself.

amdmaxx · 02-02-2010, 04:47 PM

Ye, Never heard anyone until today call Aston interiors crap.
To most they are the best in the business, even Top Gear Clarkson drools over them.

nordique14 · 02-02-2010, 05:17 PM

the only change you can say for sure is that the gauge needles will be red instead of white. All M cars have red needles.

Advevo · 02-02-2010, 05:37 PM

It can be short.

A CSL copy in a 1 serie coupe body and under 1350kg.

Numb3rs · 02-03-2010, 12:31 AM

The following, with quality made materials and nice metal for trim. That white is fugly...

dmboone25 · 02-03-2010, 12:10 PM

I hope it is similar to what we have in the 135 now, but with small subtle changes that are noticeable when someone is paying attention....

Definitely the ///M gauges with the white versus the normal red/orange...

The current dashboard of the 1er looks fine to me, but nicer materials would be nice....overall I am a fan of the current E82 interior, so small changes would do it for me.

TunedM2C · 02-03-2010, 04:09 PM

I don't see them making a dramatic interior change but I'd like to see the performance steering wheel, of course M gauges and better seats.

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PrimoM3 Chemofski 54 Rep 1,295 Posts Drives: '13 X5M Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: West Coast, U.S. iTrader: (0)	Interior changes - thoughts and hopes? What do you think BMW will change for the ///M1's interior? Speculate away... What would you hope/like to see changed to the interior? Pray on... I think they will change the seats and steering wheel, both of which I would welcome a sportier style and some add'l 'grip' from. I imagine we'll retain the current ///M shift knob, but I think logo'd aluminum pedals and door sills will be standard. I'd like to see a completely revised instrument/gauge cluster and dash, but I think that's a pipe dream. Though, I could see them changing the faces of the gauges to include the ///M logo and likely revise the redline indicator. If the ugly dash remains (IMHO), I hope they at least cover it in alcantara or offer some other premium material. I'm hoping we see the carbon leather trim from the ///M3 and ///M5, too. Curious to hear your thoughts. Just maybe Scott26 will chime in too, if we're lucky. __________________ '13 Individual Frozen Brilliant White ///M3 Coupe Ordered 2/15/12 \| Euro Delivery on 9/21/12 \| U.S. Redelivery on 12/6/12 \| Motor Dead on 7/15/13 '13 Space Gray/Mugello Red X5///M Pavement Punisher \| Snow Muncher \| Family and Board Hauler \| Roadtripper
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PrimoM3 Chemofski 54 Rep 1,295 Posts Drives: '13 X5M Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: West Coast, U.S. iTrader: (0)	Spartan interior FTW, low-quality plastics FTL. __________________ '13 Individual Frozen Brilliant White ///M3 Coupe Ordered 2/15/12 \| Euro Delivery on 9/21/12 \| U.S. Redelivery on 12/6/12 \| Motor Dead on 7/15/13 '13 Space Gray/Mugello Red X5///M Pavement Punisher \| Snow Muncher \| Family and Board Hauler \| Roadtripper Last edited by PrimoM3; 02-03-2010 at 01:27 PM..
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Lloyd Networking Geek 24 Rep 334 Posts Drives: 2014 Subaru STi 5dr Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL iTrader: (2) Garage List 2016 Lexus IS350 [0.00]	id hope the cluster is more glamorous, id have to say, for a sport luxury the 135's are half ass __________________
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amdmaxx My gift Registry: M2 119 Rep 1,432 Posts Drives: Future Mowner of Monster Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I want more tech inside, something similar to Ford's MyFord Sync. Nice large 8 inch screen, with or without NAV... Ipod/smartphone/bluetooth integration. without charging arm and a leg for it Keep sports seats standard (obvious) make short shift kit standard.. Sporty Aluminum trim with other trims optional. Keep good level of sound insulation (for daily drivability) make a decent sound system standard Keep fit and finish on level with the best out there. <I want Aston Interior..>
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PrimoM3 Chemofski 54 Rep 1,295 Posts Drives: '13 X5M Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: West Coast, U.S. iTrader: (0)	I agree, I like the spartan look of a BMW interior. I just hope they make it a bit more masculine and sporty, while offering some improvement in materials wouldn't hurt either. Suede (alcantara) dash would be hot. __________________ '13 Individual Frozen Brilliant White ///M3 Coupe Ordered 2/15/12 \| Euro Delivery on 9/21/12 \| U.S. Redelivery on 12/6/12 \| Motor Dead on 7/15/13 '13 Space Gray/Mugello Red X5///M Pavement Punisher \| Snow Muncher \| Family and Board Hauler \| Roadtripper
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nordique14 Major 53 Rep 1,477 Posts Drives: SGM 135i 'vert Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sharks Territory iTrader: (5)	the only change you can say for sure is that the gauge needles will be red instead of white. All M cars have red needles.
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TunedM2C Brigadier General 828 Rep 4,190 Posts Drives: 2016 LBB M2 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Earth iTrader: (2)	I don't see them making a dramatic interior change but I'd like to see the performance steering wheel, of course M gauges and better seats.
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