[3tekcorps]

Yep, that's about it. You've all read enough by now.

[Robin_NL]

You mean artificial?

Congrats!

Cheers
Robin

[Artemis]

Oh, did the 1M ever die ?

[3tekcorps]

I was really on the fence about the car for months. I almost gave up the allocation and thought of flipping the car even last week. After a couple miles I kept thinking about this old horror flick scene where the crazy doctor says "to think I hesitated"

The only thing I want to change about the car is the seats. I liked them in M235 test drive, but after an hour in car I wasn't really comfortable. I'm pretty big and the seats just don't fit me right. They might be perfect for someone 5'9" though.

Everything else it brilliant. It's not too loud or too rough to drive daily. The power is amazing.

Love it.

[3tekcorps]

Question for the experts!

I was going to do Xpel Ultimate for $800. Sort of a pain as the guy is an hour away and I'd need to wait around all day for him. Dealer discounted "3M Clear Mask Digishield" down to $650 when I was going the Xpel Route. Seems like a smart move given the PIA off getting Xpel installed. Thoughts?

What's the deal with Permaplate No Wax and interior protection? They are doing the same thing with that and discounted it to $500.

EDIT: Read a bit (google) and this looks like a waste of money!

Tip... They are trying to push through a "2 series rebate" of $1,000 on my purchase that's offered by USAA. I'm not sure it will fly, but the coupon I got said any 2 series. This is a USAA member deal if any of you are members.

Now i'm going for a long drive.

[confusion]

Originally Posted by 3tekcorps

The only thing I want to change about the car is the seats. I liked them in M235 test drive, but after an hour in car I wasn't really comfortable. I'm pretty big and the seats just don't fit me right. They might be perfect for someone 5'9" though.

On my 80ish mile ride home from picking up at the dealership, my back was fatigued by the time I got home. At first, I was really concerned that the seats just weren't gonna be comfortable beyond just daily commuting. But I took some time to adjust them better than I did at the dealership and now I haven't had any sort of issue. I think you just need to take some time to get it right. I'm 6'0".

Originally Posted by 3tekcorps

I was going to do Xpel Ultimate for $800. Sort of a pain as the guy is an hour away and I'd need to wait around all day for him.

If you're gonna spend money on it, do it right the first time. I would definitely recommend XPEL.

Originally Posted by 3tekcorps

Tip... They are trying to push through a "2 series rebate" of $1,000 on my purchase that's offered by USAA. I'm not sure it will fly, but the coupon I got said any 2 series. This is a USAA member deal if any of you are members.

I was able to get the USAA discount as was another forum member. Don't let them tell you they can't.

[MTHRAR]

Originally Posted by 3tekcorps

Question for the experts!

I was going to do Xpel Ultimate for $800. Sort of a pain as the guy is an hour away and I'd need to wait around all day for him. Dealer discounted "3M Clear Mask Digishield" down to $650 when I was going the Xpel Route. Seems like a smart move given the PIA off getting Xpel installed. Thoughts?

What's the deal with Permaplate No Wax and interior protection? They are doing the same thing with that and discounted it to $500.

EDIT: Read a bit (google) and this looks like a waste of money!

Tip... They are trying to push through a "2 series rebate" of $1,000 on my purchase that's offered by USAA. I'm not sure it will fly, but the coupon I got said any 2 series. This is a USAA member deal if any of you are members.

Now i'm going for a long drive.

Originally Posted by confusion

I was able to get the USAA discount as was another forum member. Don't let them tell you they can't.

Yep, I was the one who got the $1000 USAA incentive. This should definitely go through unless they changed the nomenclature on the incentive. Mine said all 2 Series (Coupe and Convertible). It did not call out ///M cars specifically, so it was really general for all 2 series cars (Which would include the M2)

[Denk]

I agree about the seats. They're a step down from the e9x, F8x and even the e46 M's seats. I'm 6'3 and I can't get those seats to feel quite right although I'm sure I could get used to them...compromise.

[WI_Rob]

Thanks for the USAA tip!

[Artemis]

Originally Posted by 3tekcorps

The only thing I want to change about the car is the seats. I liked them in M235 test drive, but after an hour in car I wasn't really comfortable. I'm pretty big and the seats just don't fit me right. They might be perfect for someone 5'9" though.

Keep experimenting with all sorts of seat positions + steering wheel positions. Plenty of possibilities. I also toyed with several settings and think that I found the set-up that suits me best.

[Transfer]

Huh. I like the seats as much or maybe a little more than E9x M3. I'm 5'11"

Congrats on sticking it out! It's a fantastic car.

[Destroya]

Congratulations! Glad to hear you are happy with the car as you were having second thoughts before delivery. I expect the local dealer received their demo as well so I am looking forward to a test drive.

Let us know what USAA says as I want this discount as well.

[Johnsonuspp]

I am a USAA member how do I request the coupon or where do I reference it.

[spooooook]

Do those suffering back trouble have the lumbar support option on their seats?

[MTHRAR]

Originally Posted by spooooook

Do those suffering back trouble have the lumbar support option on their seats?

I believe lumbar is standard in the US.

Originally Posted by Johnsonuspp

I am a USAA member how do I request the coupon or where do I reference it.

Under "Products" on the USAA homepage, Select the "Car Buying Service". Once you click that, there should be something that says: "USAA Members Get Additional Cash Allowance From Select Manufacturers" - from there select BMW. That should take you to a page that lets you see the offers and then "Activate Code" for when you purchase your vehicle at a BMW Dealership. Hopefully this helps!

[Robin_NL]

Lumbar support is an option here. Though I did not order electric seats I ordered the lumbar support.

Cheers
Robin

[Artemis]

Quick question: are there electric seat positioning movements that manual seats cannot perform (for example tilting the seat to lift the knees) and vice versa ?

[ilovewagons]

Originally Posted by Artemis

Quick question: are there electric seat positioning movements that manual seats cannot perform (for example tilting the seat to lift the knees) and vice versa ?

My 328i has the same seats. From memory of loan cars with manual seats, the difference is that with electric seats, you can change seat bolsters, the angle of the seat cushion (the part your butt and thighs rest on) and lumbar support (I think) while with manual seats you can't.

I'm 6 foot 3, 115kg and I find that once you get the headrest, steering wheel and seat positioned correctly, it's a very comfortable seat. I wouldn't want to be any bigger though.

[Romo]

Originally Posted by Artemis

Quick question: are there electric seat positioning movements that manual seats cannot perform (for example tilting the seat to lift the knees) and vice versa ?

I do have the manual seats.

You can do exactly the same as the electric ones, including the tilting.

I do have also the electric lumbar support, bolsters can be adjusted too.

[koastal]

Originally Posted by ilovewagons

My 328i has the same seats. From memory of loan cars with manual seats, the difference is that with electric seats, you can change seat bolsters, the angle of the seat cushion (the part your butt and thighs rest on) and lumbar support (I think) while with manual seats you can't.

I'm 6 foot 3, 115kg and I find that once you get the headrest, steering wheel and seat positioned correctly, it's a very comfortable seat. I wouldn't want to be any bigger though.

The M2 mirror may may upset a big un like you. Its a bit in your face

[Nine Lives]

Originally Posted by Artemis

Quick question: are there electric seat positioning movements that manual seats cannot perform (for example tilting the seat to lift the knees) and vice versa ?

You can't adjust the Seat height whilst sitting in the manual seats which can get to be a nuisance,either get out the car or somehow lift yourself up.

The adjustments are finer with the electric chairs as well and one of the reasons I changed my order to electric yesterday at the dealers.

[Pol]

Originally Posted by 3tekcorps

Question for the experts!

I was going to do Xpel Ultimate for $800. Sort of a pain as the guy is an hour away and I'd need to wait around all day for him. Dealer discounted "3M Clear Mask Digishield" down to $650 when I was going the Xpel Route. Seems like a smart move given the PIA off getting Xpel installed. Thoughts?

What's the deal with Permaplate No Wax and interior protection? They are doing the same thing with that and discounted it to $500.

EDIT: Read a bit (google) and this looks like a waste of money!

Tip... They are trying to push through a "2 series rebate" of $1,000 on my purchase that's offered by USAA. I'm not sure it will fly, but the coupon I got said any 2 series. This is a USAA member deal if any of you are members.

Now i'm going for a long drive.

Congratulations!
Go for the best : X-Pel Ultimate
Mine is done partially : Full Hood Fender and Mirror Kit, Bumper Kit, Headlamp kit, Rocker Panel Kit.
On top and on the rest of the car, Gyeon Q2 Durabead with 2 years warranty.