Buying New BMW 325
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Re: Buying New BMW 325
Hi dsdfan,
Some of the owners of the first batch of 325i noticed sudden drop in rpm when idle resulting in mild but noticable shuddering of the engine. I think it was resolved via software upgrade - perhaps those who encountered it can feedback on this.
For my case, most of the issues are annoyances, like plastic and rear sunblind creaks which took visits to PML to be resolved. However, on the mechanical side, there are very few complaints so far.
Hope this helps
Hi dsdfan,
Some of the owners of the first batch of 325i noticed sudden drop in rpm when idle resulting in mild but noticable shuddering of the engine. I think it was resolved via software upgrade - perhaps those who encountered it can feedback on this.
For my case, most of the issues are annoyances, like plastic and rear sunblind creaks which took visits to PML to be resolved. However, on the mechanical side, there are very few complaints so far.
Hope this helps
Re: Buying New BMW 325
I booked one of the few remaining 325i's on the free COE deal.
I have dreamt of having my own BMW since taking a friend's 316 for a spin 25 years ago. That 1.6L engine roared and charged like a living beast. It was hard to step out of the Bimmer's driver's seat, but harder still to step back into my Corolla after that.
Thanks, Breyton and Puny, for the advice.
I booked one of the few remaining 325i's on the free COE deal.
I have dreamt of having my own BMW since taking a friend's 316 for a spin 25 years ago. That 1.6L engine roared and charged like a living beast. It was hard to step out of the Bimmer's driver's seat, but harder still to step back into my Corolla after that.
Thanks, Breyton and Puny, for the advice.
Re: Buying New BMW 325
Price was list minus 13K COE plus a nice trade-in for my IS250.
There were about 5 more available after I booked mine.
It is a shame that the 325 now comes only with 16" rims. I'll definitely be upgrading to maximise the car's handling.
My Lexus has not failed to provide a smooth and effortless ride, but can feel too easy and laid back for those clamouring for some adrenaline in their drive.
Price was list minus 13K COE plus a nice trade-in for my IS250.
There were about 5 more available after I booked mine.
It is a shame that the 325 now comes only with 16" rims. I'll definitely be upgrading to maximise the car's handling.
My Lexus has not failed to provide a smooth and effortless ride, but can feel too easy and laid back for those clamouring for some adrenaline in their drive.
armValkyrie
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Re: Buying New BMW 325
dsdfan;383065 said:Price was list minus 13K COE plus a nice trade-in for my IS250.
There were about 5 more available after I booked mine.
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Hi, congrats on your choice of new ride!
can check w u if the price above includes XENON headlamps and iDrive+Navi??
thanks!
Re: Buying New BMW 325
Yes, there's no idrive or navigation, but there are xenon lights and sports steering wheel.
Agree, Juzme, no point paying extra for 17" wheels if I'm going for 18".
I would take the 17" if they were free, though. They get you about $400 more trade in value than the 16".
dukes4;383146 said:
Yes, there's no idrive or navigation, but there are xenon lights and sports steering wheel.
Agree, Juzme, no point paying extra for 17" wheels if I'm going for 18".
I would take the 17" if they were free, though. They get you about $400 more trade in value than the 16".
Re: Buying New BMW 325
These current deals seem as good as the free COE that PML offered in September.
Is the full range of colours still available for current 325 buyers? There were only a few 325's left at the end September when I ordered, thus a limited choice of colours. Was there a fresh shipment of pre-facelift 325's since September?
Anybody holding out for the facelifted e90?
These current deals seem as good as the free COE that PML offered in September.
Is the full range of colours still available for current 325 buyers? There were only a few 325's left at the end September when I ordered, thus a limited choice of colours. Was there a fresh shipment of pre-facelift 325's since September?
Anybody holding out for the facelifted e90?
Slater
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Re: Buying New BMW 325
Hi to those who just got their new 325's.
Was wondering if you experience any clicking sounds coming from the aircon vents when you increase or decrease the temperature. I seem to get that noise either when there is a temperature change or when I press the Auto button.
Thanks,
Hi to those who just got their new 325's.
Was wondering if you experience any clicking sounds coming from the aircon vents when you increase or decrease the temperature. I seem to get that noise either when there is a temperature change or when I press the Auto button.
Thanks,
EMF
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Re: Buying New BMW 325
I got my 325 about 4 months back and so far don't recall ever encountering the same thing as you've mentioned here. But just to be sure, I'll monitor closely when I drive home later today and let you know if it exists in my ride too.
SilkySmooth6;395379 said:
I got my 325 about 4 months back and so far don't recall ever encountering the same thing as you've mentioned here. But just to be sure, I'll monitor closely when I drive home later today and let you know if it exists in my ride too.
