Specing the car

Phoenix 21st · 04-05-2007, 08:01 AM

My dealer called to say i need to spec my car on Wed next week. Already i have moved up the queue. Hoping for latest March 08 including zsg!

Not specing to much. Silver, 19's, HUD, BT prep, sat nav, plus a few extras. I know there has been some speculation about no HUD but my dealer says there is no info to suggest that it is not available.

I will try to post full specs next week.

aerisolphaln · 04-05-2007, 08:22 AM

Who's the man?

You're the man.

RandyB · 04-05-2007, 08:30 AM

It's a good thing you want Sat Nav...

mofomat · 04-05-2007, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Phoenix 21st

My dealer called to say i need to spec my car on Wed next week. Already i have moved up the queue. Hoping for latest March 08 including zsg!

Not specing to much. Silver, 19's, HUD, BT prep, sat nav, plus a few extras. I know there has been some speculation about no HUD but my dealer says there is no info to suggest that it is not available.

I will try to post full specs next week.

Apparently there isn't enough room for HUD in the 3 series so don't expect it.

360bhp · 04-05-2007, 10:12 AM

Hi - I'm a "refugee" from bm3w.co.uk. This looks a great site. Are UK dealers taking spec's and orders now ? I too hope HUD and DSG is available soonest.

What do people think of taking a traditional manual new M3 and then switch over to DSG M3 in spring 08 in UK ? Mad idea or not ?

Thanks and greeeeat site !

Epacy · 04-05-2007, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Phoenix 21st

My dealer called to say i need to spec my car on Wed next week. Already i have moved up the queue. Hoping for latest March 08 including zsg!

Not specing to much. Silver, 19's, HUD, BT prep, sat nav, plus a few extras. I know there has been some speculation about no HUD but my dealer says there is no info to suggest that it is not available.

I will try to post full specs next week.

Did he give you any definate options?

Phoenix 21st · 04-05-2007, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Epacy

Did he give you any definate options?

no, but i will have a full list on wednesday!

I shall add edc as well.

Steved · 04-05-2007, 03:31 PM

The car can be specced in the UK on BMW's IVS system from next Tuesday (10th). For an idea of options there is a full German price list over on M5board

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=93733

M3onTwomps · 04-05-2007, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Phoenix 21st

My dealer called to say i need to spec my car on Wed next week. Already i have moved up the queue. Hoping for latest March 08 including zsg!

Not specing to much. Silver, 19's, HUD, BT prep, sat nav, plus a few extras. I know there has been some speculation about no HUD but my dealer says there is no info to suggest that it is not available.

I will try to post full specs next week.

So, all of the info isn't even available and they want you to spec a March production car next week?

LOL. Ok.

Phoenix 21st · 04-05-2007, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 360bhp

Hi - I'm a "refugee" from bm3w.co.uk. This looks a great site. Are UK dealers taking spec's and orders now ? I too hope HUD and DSG is available soonest.

What do people think of taking a traditional manual new M3 and then switch over to DSG M3 in spring 08 in UK ? Mad idea or not ?

Thanks and greeeeat site !

I got deposits with 2 dealers. One has asked me 2 go in and spec my car. They have asked for more money too which i have stipulated that it needs to be refundable until they give me a build date. The other dealer has not contacted me yet.

So they are specing but not ordering in the sense where you get a build date.

SCOTT26 · 04-05-2007, 04:12 PM

The reason why BMW are not offering HUD is because the upcoming 7er replacement F01/F02 will use the next generation of HUD which will be connected to the next generation of i-drive with a ipod like scroller located on one of the spokes of the steering wheel.

monsta · 04-05-2007, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTT26

The reason why BMW are not offering HUD is because the upcoming 7er replacement F01/F02 will use the next generation of HUD which will be connected to the next generation of i-drive with a ipod like scroller located on one of the spokes of the steering wheel.

So there's going to be a better HUD in the near future, but that makes us SOL

HUD is an amazing feature wish we could have it now...

EBuyuk · 04-05-2007, 05:38 PM

If you don't get the EDC, what mode will it come in? Will I always me in comforrt, normal, or sport? This was a great feature on my M5 and it really made a difference in acceleration and handling.

monsta · 04-05-2007, 06:35 PM

even though EDC is listed here as an option, I believe its has to be standard b/c of your exact question...how can you take something away like EDC from a car that is derived from racers...02

edit: Just read the spec brochure...EDC is an option...I guess it'll just be "Normal" not comfort or sport...

EBuyuk · 04-06-2007, 03:34 PM

In that case it is a must add option at least if you are getting the carbon fiber roof (assuming you would get the CF roof for better performance). because there is a big difference between normal and sport.

monsta · 04-06-2007, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by EBuyuk

In that case it is a must add option at least if you are getting the carbon fiber roof (assuming you would get the CF roof for better performance). because there is a big difference between normal and sport.

I concur

southlight · 04-07-2007, 03:14 AM

I'm not sure 'bout the EDC. In my opinion it's not a performance feature, it's a comfort feature! Can anybody confirm or refute this?

Best regards, south

AMMZING · 04-07-2007, 10:30 AM

i definetly would get the EDC...i wonder how good the system will be compared to the aftermarket offerings..

bullitt5897 · 04-07-2007, 10:52 AM

EDC is standard I have the press release from the dealer :-)

EBuyuk · 04-07-2007, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by southlight

I'm not sure 'bout the EDC. In my opinion it's not a performance feature, it's a comfort feature! Can anybody confirm or refute this?

Best regards, south

I will refute this as I used to own a E60 M5 for about 18 months. These setting are for comfort as well as for performance. There is a big difference in acceleration times when it is not in sport mode and it also handles better when in sport mode. There are videos of this as proof as well. And the difference is big enough where you notice it.

southlight · 04-07-2007, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by bullitt5897

EDC is standard I have the press release from the dealer :-)

You lucky guys don't have to think about it...

Best regards, south

AMMZING · 04-07-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by bullitt5897

EDC is standard I have the press release from the dealer :-)

YAY

...one less option to get

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360bhp New Member 3 Rep 19 Posts Drives: German Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Hi - I'm a "refugee" from bm3w.co.uk. This looks a great site. Are UK dealers taking spec's and orders now ? I too hope HUD and DSG is available soonest. What do people think of taking a traditional manual new M3 and then switch over to DSG M3 in spring 08 in UK ? Mad idea or not ? Thanks and greeeeat site !
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SCOTT26 Major General 5311 Rep 5,824 Posts Drives: A big F-off German Truck. Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: WORLDWIDE iTrader: (0)	The reason why BMW are not offering HUD is because the upcoming 7er replacement F01/F02 will use the next generation of HUD which will be connected to the next generation of i-drive with a ipod like scroller located on one of the spokes of the steering wheel.
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EBuyuk Private 14 Rep 95 Posts Drives: E60 M5 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Istanbul iTrader: (0)	If you don't get the EDC, what mode will it come in? Will I always me in comforrt, normal, or sport? This was a great feature on my M5 and it really made a difference in acceleration and handling.
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monsta Brigadier General 218 Rep 3,592 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bergen County, NJ/Y.O, NY iTrader: (2)	even though EDC is listed here as an option, I believe its has to be standard b/c of your exact question...how can you take something away like EDC from a car that is derived from racers...02 edit: Just read the spec brochure...EDC is an option...I guess it'll just be "Normal" not comfort or sport... __________________ '08 E92 M3 6MT \| IB \| FR \| RAC RG63's \| VRS Ti Exhaust \| Fabspeed HFC & Xpipe '09 X5 35d SG/SB '11 X3 28i AW/CN/FW (wife's car Last edited by monsta; 04-06-2007 at 01:38 PM..
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EBuyuk Private 14 Rep 95 Posts Drives: E60 M5 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Istanbul iTrader: (0)	In that case it is a must add option at least if you are getting the carbon fiber roof (assuming you would get the CF roof for better performance). because there is a big difference between normal and sport.
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southlight Moderator / European Editor 1540 Rep 6,754 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	I'm not sure 'bout the EDC. In my opinion it's not a performance feature, it's a comfort feature! Can anybody confirm or refute this? Best regards, south
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AMMZING Private First Class 112 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 2005 Acura TSX/2003 Mazda6s Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: BFL-BLR-LAX iTrader: (0)	i definetly would get the EDC...i wonder how good the system will be compared to the aftermarket offerings..
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