New 435i GC on the Way

4GCRacer · 02-01-2015, 10:53 AM

Just ordered my CB 435i GC yesterday. I'm replacing my 335is, gonna miss DCT and hydraulic steering.

3/5/15 - Production Ended, Waiting to be transported to carrier
3/7/15 - Vehicle is being transported to the carrier
3/12/15 - Waiting to be assigned to a vessel
3/13/15 - Stuck at the port for 1 Week.
3/18/15 - Still at the port
3/20/15 - Loaded on TYSLA, Expected to arrive in Baltimore 3/31/2015.

Route Of CF510-TYS
http://www.2wglobal.com/webapps?url=...ppSchedules%2F

4/1/2015 - Arrived at Port in Baltimore
4/10/2015 - Arrived at the Dealership :-)
4/17/2015 - Delivered

435i GC Build

Carbon Black (Changed from EB II)
Leather Dakota Oyster/Black

M-Sport
19" Orbit Grey Wheels
M-Sport Brakes
Cold Weather Package
Technology Package
Parking Assist Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Premium Package
Black Kidney Grills
M Performance Power Kit
Harman Kardon Sound System

I was really torn between Performance Exhaust and DHP.

I did not get the LED light package way to much for that. Does anyone know if the Xeon lights have automatic high beam? I don't see the button on turn signal stalk in on-line photos for cars equipped with Xeon lights.

Andy

zamboni · 02-01-2015, 11:00 AM

Congrat on your new built I do believed the Xenon has the auto high beam feature as an option.

tturedraider · 02-01-2015, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by zamboni

Congrat on your new built I do believed the Xenon has the auto high beam feature as an option.

This. It's an option you have to select. $250.

joewalton · 02-01-2015, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4GCRacer

Just ordered my EB II 435i GC yesterday. I'm replacing my 335is, gonna miss DCT and hydraulic steering.

Nice build! Congrats.

4GCRacer · 02-01-2015, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tturedraider

This. It's an option you have to select. $250.

I don't see that as an option in the ordering guide. It's only listed in the ZLP Lighting Package.

ZilberGrau ZHP · 02-01-2015, 12:11 PM

You will love it one of a kind car

Nirvanatude · 02-02-2015, 01:40 PM

I did the exact same thing. Had to sell my 335is vert for more practical 435GC (on order). The combination of N54, DCT, performance exhaust and hydraulic steering was amazing. I ordered my GC with the M Performance kit and DHP so hoping it will match the 'is' experience. Can't wait!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4GCRacer

Just ordered my EB II 435i GC yesterday. I'm replacing my 335is, gonna miss DCT and hydraulic steering.

435i GC Build

EB II
Leather Dakota Oyster/Black

M-Sport
19" Orbit Grey Wheels
M-Sport Brakes
Cold Weather Package
Technology Package
Parking Assist Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Premium Package
Black Kidney Grills
M Performance Power Kit

I was really torn between Performance Exhaust and DHP.

I did not get the LED light package way to much for that. Does anyone know if the Xeon lights have automatic high beam? I don't see the button on turn signal stalk in on-line photos for cars equipped with Xeon lights.

Andy

SpeedKing · 02-02-2015, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4GCRacer

gonna miss hydraulic steering

you won't... I had problem with hydraulic steering on my E90 LCI. Now I love the electronic steering on F36, it's better IMO

KneeDragr · 02-02-2015, 01:57 PM

Yeah thats pretty much exactly what I would get, but I would spring for the Premium package for the lumbar.

edit - whoops looks like you got that also, lol.

VMRWheels · 02-02-2015, 02:41 PM

Solid build. Congrats!

mike@x-ph.com · 02-03-2015, 01:09 PM

Congrats!!

R N M · 02-03-2015, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedKing

you won't... I had problem with hydraulic steering on my E90 LCI. Now I love the electronic steering on F36, it's better IMO

U must be kidding. Lol

While BMW has improved it, still has long way to go to match e9x

If u have base F30 without DHP or Msport susp - steering feels like a Camry

ryanSTL · 02-03-2015, 05:35 PM

congrats ... will be a great looking car. good call on the DHP.

why no HK stereo upgrade? it isn't spectacular, but the base stereo reviews are terrible.

MikeTerp · 02-03-2015, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4GCRacer

Just ordered my EB II 435i GC yesterday. I'm replacing my 335is, gonna miss DCT and hydraulic steering.

435i GC Build

EB II
Leather Dakota Oyster/Black

M-Sport
19" Orbit Grey Wheels
M-Sport Brakes
Cold Weather Package
Technology Package
Parking Assist Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Premium Package
Black Kidney Grills
M Performance Power Kit

I was really torn between Performance Exhaust and DHP.

I did not get the LED light package way to much for that. Does anyone know if the Xeon lights have automatic high beam? I don't see the button on turn signal stalk in on-line photos for cars equipped with Xeon lights.

Andy

Sounds fantastic! Did they tell you when you can expect to get the car? I almost ordered a 428i GC last week, but could not get a straight answer on whether the dealer had a production slot or not, so I was being told mid April at the earliest. My current wheels are fine, so thought about it and just decided to wait for the LCI version to show up - possibly a year, but that's OK.

4GCRacer · 02-03-2015, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryanSTL

congrats ... will be a great looking car. good call on the DHP.

why no HK stereo upgrade? it isn't spectacular, but the base stereo reviews are terrible.

Good catch, I was on my order list but forgot it in the write up. I love HK in my 335is.

4GCRacer · 02-03-2015, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeTerp

Sounds fantastic! Did they tell you when you can expect to get the car? I almost ordered a 428i GC last week, but could not get a straight answer on whether the dealer had a production slot or not, so I was being told mid April at the earliest. My current wheels are fine, so thought about it and just decided to wait for the LCI version to show up - possibly a year, but that's OK.

No details on the delivery yet, I am hoping by the end of March. I'm contemplating doing a performance center delivery.

Ramsey · 02-04-2015, 04:46 PM

Congrats on your new GC, great built.

Do you know if the GC has the 'track handling' package available. I just read a review on a 228 with a track handling package, which seemed to be very good.

4GCRacer · 02-13-2015, 09:43 AM

I now have a build date. My 435i GC is scheduled to be built the week of March 9th.

ska///235i · 02-14-2015, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeTerp

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4GCRacer

Just ordered my EB II 435i GC yesterday. I'm replacing my 335is, gonna miss DCT and hydraulic steering.

435i GC Build

EB II
Leather Dakota Oyster/Black

M-Sport
19" Orbit Grey Wheels
M-Sport Brakes
Cold Weather Package
Technology Package
Parking Assist Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Premium Package
Black Kidney Grills
M Performance Power Kit

I was really torn between Performance Exhaust and DHP.

I did not get the LED light package way to much for that. Does anyone know if the Xeon lights have automatic high beam? I don't see the button on turn signal stalk in on-line photos for cars equipped with Xeon lights.

Andy

Sounds fantastic! Did they tell you when you can expect to get the car? I almost ordered a 428i GC last week, but could not get a straight answer on whether the dealer had a production slot or not, so I was being told mid April at the earliest. My current wheels are fine, so thought about it and just decided to wait for the LCI version to show up - possibly a year, but that's OK.

The GC is getting a facelift next yr??? But it just came out

joewalton · 02-14-2015, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ska///235i

The GC is getting a facelift next yr??? But it just came out

No, it'll be around Year 3 of the Gran Coupe's lifecycle, should be a 2018 model year available in 2017.

BMW's plan is to have the Gran Coupe and the Sedan three years apart so they are always releasing either a new car or an LCI on the 3 year anniversary of new leases. The idea being that customers will always be able to choose an LCI or a new car halfway through each cycle.

As an example, in 2018 when my GC lease is up I'd have a choice of getting a GC LCI or the brand new 3 Sedan. If you're on the right lease calendar, you can bounce between the two four-doors and never be in an LCI ever, always be in a brand new bodystyle.

ska///235i · 02-14-2015, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joewalton

No, it'll be around Year 3 of the Gran Coupe's lifecycle, should be a 2018 model year available in 2017.

BMW's plan is to have the Gran Coupe and the Sedan three years apart so they are always releasing either a new car or an LCI on the 3 year anniversary of new leases. The idea being that customers will always be able to choose an LCI or a new car halfway through each cycle.

As an example, in 2018 when my GC lease is up I'd have a choice of getting a GC LCI or the brand new 3 Sedan. If you're on the right lease calendar, you can bounce between the two four-doors and never be in an LCI ever, always be in a brand new bodystyle.

Thanks...other poster scared me

4GCRacer · 02-26-2015, 05:06 PM

My order just went into production.

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4GCRacer Private 6 Rep 61 Posts Drives: 435i Gran Coupe Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Lewis Center, OH iTrader: (0)	New 435i GC on the Way Just ordered my CB 435i GC yesterday. I'm replacing my 335is, gonna miss DCT and hydraulic steering. 3/5/15 - Production Ended, Waiting to be transported to carrier 3/7/15 - Vehicle is being transported to the carrier 3/12/15 - Waiting to be assigned to a vessel 3/13/15 - Stuck at the port for 1 Week. 3/18/15 - Still at the port 3/20/15 - Loaded on TYSLA, Expected to arrive in Baltimore 3/31/2015. Route Of CF510-TYS http://www.2wglobal.com/webapps?url=...ppSchedules%2F 4/1/2015 - Arrived at Port in Baltimore 4/10/2015 - Arrived at the Dealership :-) 4/17/2015 - Delivered 435i GC Build Carbon Black (Changed from EB II) Leather Dakota Oyster/Black M-Sport 19" Orbit Grey Wheels M-Sport Brakes Cold Weather Package Technology Package Parking Assist Package Dynamic Handling Package Premium Package Black Kidney Grills M Performance Power Kit Harman Kardon Sound System I was really torn between Performance Exhaust and DHP. I did not get the LED light package way to much for that. Does anyone know if the Xeon lights have automatic high beam? I don't see the button on turn signal stalk in on-line photos for cars equipped with Xeon lights. Andy Last edited by 4GCRacer; 04-20-2015 at 10:35 PM.. Reason: Color change on order
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