Hey everyone! I'm new to the forum.

magmd · 10-25-2005, 01:11 AM

Welcome! Nice to meet you.

Its an exciting time for you...its an awesome car!

I say get the xenons before getting the leather if you are having to choose options.....ask bella.

Good luck...let us know how it goes.

Enroutte · 10-25-2005, 01:13 AM

I really doubt I'll need AWD. I mean I'm only going to drive it to school and out like to the mall or downtown during the weekends. I'm not driving through snow or anything.. and even if I do take it up to the mountains in the winter to ski, there's always chains, right? So i can save my parents money by not getting awd.

magmd · 10-25-2005, 01:15 AM

sorry...does not come standard with AWD...misread AW for AWD.

my bad.

puck724 · 10-25-2005, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Enroutte

Thanks for all the help!

Um.. no I'm not really into Power Rangers. Not anymore. ;D However, back in like 1st grade, there was an episode when the green ranger turned good? I wanted to marry him. MMM TOMMMYYY

the green ranger was the shit!! he was pimp with his flute thing...

its nice to see that your not milking your parents for their money and that you actually want ot save them some. its refreshing to hear.

BellasBmw · 10-25-2005, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by magmd

Welcome! Nice to meet you.

Its an exciting time for you...its an awesome car!

I say get the xenons before getting the leather if you are having to choose options.....ask bella.

Good luck...let us know how it goes.

HAHAH yea everyone knows how pissed off i am bout the xenons. But the car is not cute, its SEXY! SUPER SEXY!.. If my car was a person, id be it's slut.

Jay_328 · 10-25-2005, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BellasBmw

If my car was a person, id be it's slut.

There is a joke begging to get out .... but I'm not THAT guy!

txusa03 · 10-25-2005, 07:19 AM

Welcome, I don't think we e90 brag about our cars either. We come here to share our experiences about our e90, not to brag about it.

shuzmaker · 10-25-2005, 07:42 AM

Most mature teen yet, welcome!

chrissal1 · 10-25-2005, 08:11 AM

Welcome.... And watch out for Ledzep.....He's the feisty one on the board....hehe

puck724 · 10-25-2005, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Jay_325Ci

There is a joke begging to get out .... but I'm not THAT guy!

I am SOOO that guy, but i must refrain from a joke at this time.

i think ive teased her enough...haha...

findtom · 10-25-2005, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by txusa03

Welcome, I don't think we e90 brag about our cars either. We come here to share our experiences about our e90, not to brag about it.

There wouldn't really be much point in coming here to brag about your E90 since almost everyone has one. I think of it more as a place to learn more about my car where I can ramble on endlessly about how much I love the car and the cool features about etc... since all my friends are tired of hearing about it. Here nobody really minds because most of them feel the same way about their car.

18LLC · 10-25-2005, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Enroutte

I live in San Jose.

As far as the car goes, I don't really want as many upgrades as everyone else here. I'm not a total car enthusiast or anything, I just wanted something simple.

I'm pretty sure I'm getting the AW with the black leatherbecause no one around here has it in that color yet. I'm only upgraded the power seats, steptronic, and of course the nav system. I get lost going aroudn the block.

I'm soo excited about getting it. My parents just have to figure out how much the insurance will be on it because I'm a teen driver and insurance seems to be hefty for us teens. ;x

for me, it only cost $1200 per year, because it's AWD, so it more expensive. I have almost the same car that you was talking about, but the color is SG.

Wolf359 · 10-25-2005, 09:23 PM

I was about to talk about the fantastic seats of the sport package, but then again I have second thoughts...

This is your first car, and you want to be safe with it, so I don't think you need the top speed to be even higher. On the other hand, if you get rid of leather, the sport package seats are a bargain.

Anyways, if your parents are paying for it, you shouldn't abuse their kindness and have every option, just go with what you think you really need... And enjoy the drive, because however you equip it, the car is an awesome machine!

magmd · 10-26-2005, 01:45 AM

But the car is not cute, its SEXY! SUPER SEXY!..

Indeed it is....but sounds so much better when you say it....LOL!!!!!

Enroutte · 10-26-2005, 01:58 AM

sports package? u know how the sports package comes with that nicer steering wheel?? well its nicer IMO.. is there anyy way i can get them to give me the sport steering wheel wihtouttt getting the package?? i just want the steering wheel. its sexxyyyyy like no other

magmd · 10-26-2005, 02:03 AM

Just the steering wheel??

Not sure...but the rest of the package is awesome (seats, wheels, etc)...so, if you could afford to get that, I would jump on it.

arcrox · 10-26-2005, 02:16 AM

I say go for sport. It enhances the aesthetics of the car and completes the focus on performance. BMW's aren't meant to be cushy little crusiers; it is about the driving experience and the tactile feel of total control on the road. It isn't nearly as satisfying if you don't embody this aspect of BMW ownership, and perhaps you should consider another brand. Besides a 149mph top speed and better handling, it improves the aesthetics in my opinion. I really like the look of the 161 wheels, lowered profile, awesome seats, and steering wheel. Besides sport, I recommend Xenons, and Logic 7 (if you are particular about the quality of sound and like it loud). Any way you take it, however, an E90 is an extemely gratifying and visceral experience.

Enroutte · 10-26-2005, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by arcrox

I say go for sport. It enhances the aesthetics of the car and completes the focus on performance. BMW's aren't meant to be cushy little crusiers; it is about the driving experience and the tactile feel of total control on the road. It isn't nearly as satisfying if you don't embody this aspect of BMW ownership, and perhaps you should consider another brand. Besides a 149mph top speed and better handling, it improves the aesthetics in my opinion. I really like the look of the 161 wheels, lowered profile, awesome seats, and steering wheel. Besides sport, I recommend Xenons, and Logic 7 (if you are particular about the quality of sound and like it loud). Any way you take it, however, an E90 is an extemely gratifying and visceral experience.

that all sounds SOO Great.. if i had the moneyy. my parents are buying me my own car as an early graduatoin & 18th birthday present. they had originally set the limit at 30k but i'm in LOVE with this car and so they said okayy.. i dont want to push it and upgrade every little thing in the car. i dont really know anything about cars when it comes to hp and what kind of wheels etc. i just want the car bvecause its reliable and it has the look i want.. i would just reallyyy like the steering wheel that comes with the sports package--wihtout acutally buying the package.

and youre right.. either way, the car, im sure, is extremely gratifying. its theee sexiest car everr-- within my prince range.

arcrox · 10-26-2005, 03:06 AM

I really doubt they'll allow you to get just the steering wheel; however, if you can somehow look up the part number for it and are able to order it, you could perhaps persuade the dealer to install it for you. I personally would take the sports package over nav, but it's pretty clear you have different needs than the regular enthusiast member on this board. In that case definitely get Xenons; besides looking really cool, they provide outstanding visibility, strike fear into the hearts of those in front of you, and THEY FREAKING TURN! If your budget is really that tight, I say don't get power seats but xenons instead. Adjusting a seat isn't really that big of a deal and anybody looking at your car will be able to see xenons, but not power seats.

Nikki · 10-26-2005, 08:28 AM

Hey, welcome to the forum!

The steering wheel IS very nice, but you can't get it as a separate option.
You're best bet is to get a manual instead and get the sport package.

For me, the sport package is much more than the steering wheel though.
It gives you bigger wheels, lower, tighter suspension, nicer steering wheel, and really comfy adjustable bolster seats.
Even if I wasn't into driving, I would get it anyway for the looks.

Here's a picture of my steering wheel, it's great.
They added the thumb notches in September.

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magmd Major General 160 Rep 5,271 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (13) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Welcome! Nice to meet you. Its an exciting time for you...its an awesome car! I say get the xenons before getting the leather if you are having to choose options.....ask bella. Good luck...let us know how it goes. __________________ 2006 330i \| Black Sapphire Metallic \| Step Auto \| Navi with iDr \| Sports Pkg \|OEM Rear Spoiler \| 3M CS35 Tint \| H&R Sport Springs \| Koni Yellows \| Advan RS Racing Hypersilver: 19x9 et22 19x10 et20
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Enroutte Private First Class 172 Rep 160 Posts Drives: ;D Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Undecided. iTrader: (0)	I really doubt I'll need AWD. I mean I'm only going to drive it to school and out like to the mall or downtown during the weekends. I'm not driving through snow or anything.. and even if I do take it up to the mountains in the winter to ski, there's always chains, right? So i can save my parents money by not getting awd.
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magmd Major General 160 Rep 5,271 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (13) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	sorry...does not come standard with AWD...misread AW for AWD. my bad. __________________ 2006 330i \| Black Sapphire Metallic \| Step Auto \| Navi with iDr \| Sports Pkg \|OEM Rear Spoiler \| 3M CS35 Tint \| H&R Sport Springs \| Koni Yellows \| Advan RS Racing Hypersilver: 19x9 et22 19x10 et20
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10-25-2005, 07:19 AM	#29
txusa03 Major General 550 Rep 6,563 Posts Drives: TS330iPPSP6MT Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Planet Earth iTrader: (3)	Welcome, I don't think we e90 brag about our cars either. We come here to share our experiences about our e90, not to brag about it.
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10-25-2005, 07:42 AM	#30
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10-25-2005, 08:11 AM	#31
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10-25-2005, 09:23 PM	#35
Wolf359 Captain 12 Rep 942 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	I was about to talk about the fantastic seats of the sport package, but then again I have second thoughts... This is your first car, and you want to be safe with it, so I don't think you need the top speed to be even higher. On the other hand, if you get rid of leather, the sport package seats are a bargain. Anyways, if your parents are paying for it, you shouldn't abuse their kindness and have every option, just go with what you think you really need... And enjoy the drive, because however you equip it, the car is an awesome machine!
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10-26-2005, 01:45 AM	#36
magmd Major General 160 Rep 5,271 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (13) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	But the car is not cute, its SEXY! SUPER SEXY!.. Indeed it is....but sounds so much better when you say it....LOL!!!!! __________________ 2006 330i \| Black Sapphire Metallic \| Step Auto \| Navi with iDr \| Sports Pkg \|OEM Rear Spoiler \| 3M CS35 Tint \| H&R Sport Springs \| Koni Yellows \| Advan RS Racing Hypersilver: 19x9 et22 19x10 et20
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10-26-2005, 01:58 AM	#37
Enroutte Private First Class 172 Rep 160 Posts Drives: ;D Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Undecided. iTrader: (0)	sports package? u know how the sports package comes with that nicer steering wheel?? well its nicer IMO.. is there anyy way i can get them to give me the sport steering wheel wihtouttt getting the package?? i just want the steering wheel. its sexxyyyyy like no other
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10-26-2005, 02:03 AM	#38
magmd Major General 160 Rep 5,271 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (13) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Just the steering wheel?? Not sure...but the rest of the package is awesome (seats, wheels, etc)...so, if you could afford to get that, I would jump on it. __________________ 2006 330i \| Black Sapphire Metallic \| Step Auto \| Navi with iDr \| Sports Pkg \|OEM Rear Spoiler \| 3M CS35 Tint \| H&R Sport Springs \| Koni Yellows \| Advan RS Racing Hypersilver: 19x9 et22 19x10 et20
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10-26-2005, 02:16 AM	#39
arcrox E90post addict 17 Rep 489 Posts Drives: 2024 G20 M340i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	I say go for sport. It enhances the aesthetics of the car and completes the focus on performance. BMW's aren't meant to be cushy little crusiers; it is about the driving experience and the tactile feel of total control on the road. It isn't nearly as satisfying if you don't embody this aspect of BMW ownership, and perhaps you should consider another brand. Besides a 149mph top speed and better handling, it improves the aesthetics in my opinion. I really like the look of the 161 wheels, lowered profile, awesome seats, and steering wheel. Besides sport, I recommend Xenons, and Logic 7 (if you are particular about the quality of sound and like it loud). Any way you take it, however, an E90 is an extemely gratifying and visceral experience.
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10-26-2005, 03:06 AM	#41
arcrox E90post addict 17 Rep 489 Posts Drives: 2024 G20 M340i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	I really doubt they'll allow you to get just the steering wheel; however, if you can somehow look up the part number for it and are able to order it, you could perhaps persuade the dealer to install it for you. I personally would take the sports package over nav, but it's pretty clear you have different needs than the regular enthusiast member on this board. In that case definitely get Xenons; besides looking really cool, they provide outstanding visibility, strike fear into the hearts of those in front of you, and THEY FREAKING TURN! If your budget is really that tight, I say don't get power seats but xenons instead. Adjusting a seat isn't really that big of a deal and anybody looking at your car will be able to see xenons, but not power seats.
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10-26-2005, 08:28 AM	#42
Nikki Major General 990 Rep 6,381 Posts Drives: Sepang Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: LA iTrader: (9)	Hey, welcome to the forum! The steering wheel IS very nice, but you can't get it as a separate option. You're best bet is to get a manual instead and get the sport package. For me, the sport package is much more than the steering wheel though. It gives you bigger wheels, lower, tighter suspension, nicer steering wheel, and really comfy adjustable bolster seats. Even if I wasn't into driving, I would get it anyway for the looks. Here's a picture of my steering wheel, it's great. They added the thumb notches in September. Attached Images __________________ Nikki
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