"B_dol" (bdolan40)
03/03/2014 at 18:30 • Filed to: None
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"B_dol" (bdolan40)
03/03/2014 at 18:30 • Filed to: None | 8
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Looks like the better half is going to custom order an Estoril Blue, brown leather, BMW 228i with the M sport package and a stick shift. I'd like to think I had something to do with that fantastic choice! (I will be jealous in my FR-S).
We had the opportunity to look at a white M235i and black 228i this weekend and were very surprised at how fantastic and fun these cars are. The turbo 4 is really a hoot and the 235i power isn't really needed! Great cars, I think BMW has done a terrific job listening to the enthusiasts out there. Performance, tech, interior, and overall finish are spot on.
Compared to my FR-S the torque was very accessible and immediate, with the steering feel / agility only slightly behind. Much better fit and finish, obviously. Here's to hoping those 4-8 weeks of waiting aren't unbearable.
Hat tip to Steven's Creek BMW for being relaxed and very helpful in a sea of otherwise terrible salesmen.
ddavidn
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 18:31 |
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That's awesome!
alexotics
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 18:36 |
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Congrats my friend!
Lets Just Drive
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 18:36 |
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I...
... a part of me wants to cheer, since your better half is clearly pretty awesome yet another part of me wants to weep because your better half has the better car.
heliochrome85
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 18:39 |
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Too bad you couldn't do Euro delivery. Best decision I've ever made.
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B_dol
> Lets Just Drive
03/03/2014 at 18:41 |
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Tell me about it. I might need to upgrade sooner than planned. At least I have daily access.
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Lets Just Drive
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 18:42 |
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To the car or...
*wink*
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B_dol
> heliochrome85
03/03/2014 at 18:43 |
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I have read some really cool stories about Euro delivery. Unfortunately it's a bit too much at this point in her life.
Still building up the car fanatic in her... it's working.
VQ_powerrrrr
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 19:26 |
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Congrats on the purchase! You've basically bought my dream car! Im always dreaming about a 228i in estoril with a 6mt and m-sport. How'd you find the idrive without navigation btw? I dont like the wasted space next to the screen but i also dont like the extra 3k for nav. Too bad it'll be about 4-5 years till I can afford one! (still in college haha)
Tom McParland
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 19:44 |
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Keep that better half for a long, long time. If you don't we will revoke your Jalop card. :)
awe46m3zcp
> B_dol
03/03/2014 at 21:23 |
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Shes more jalop then you! Also the savings with Euro delivery basically pay for your trip (unless you go all crazy and stay in the most expensive hotels).
PardonMyFlemish16
> B_dol
03/08/2014 at 12:09 |
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Very nice. I still miss the N52 in the 128i but aside from the (IMO) downgrade in engines this is a damn good car. A real modern 3 series in the vein of the E21 etc.
djmanila
> heliochrome85
03/10/2014 at 17:17 |
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Or the Performance Center in South Carolina
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heliochrome85
> djmanila
03/10/2014 at 17:34 |
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or both as i did.