BMW 330e ordered...
Discussion
Cil said:
anonymous said:
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1. I keep getting warnings but that it still OK to drive...WTF.2. Yes it is :-)
3 If its got a HB you'd hope it worked well - mine doesn't.
4 Noisy & twitchy 19" wheels.
3) Fair point, I've owned a lot of BMW's and HB have always been poor, on my auto ones I never used it though, just popped it into P when I parked and left it
4) I've heard the 19's can be a bit marmite especially coupled with M Sport Suspension. Is it your own car? Maybe pick up another set of wheels if its really going to annoy you?
Cil said:
1. Does anyone else have very sensitive tyre pressure gauges?
2. I know this is trivial but it's a pain in the backside that there's no place for; glasses/sunglasses.
3. Is it just my handbrake that's not very good?
4. I hate run-flats!
Still love the car after 7 months of ownership.
1. You mean TPMS? What do you mean by sensitive? Inaccurate? Measurements vary? I find them OK - lets me know when tyres need pumping up, which I have.2. I know this is trivial but it's a pain in the backside that there's no place for; glasses/sunglasses.
3. Is it just my handbrake that's not very good?
4. I hate run-flats!
Still love the car after 7 months of ownership.
2. I posted on page 151 how I replaced the drivers grab handle for a sunglasses holder. Video of installed holder: https://youtu.be/-3it7bluqp8
3. My HB is fine.
4. Love run flats. Saves the hassle of having to change to the spare (often emergency slim) wheel due to punctures. Not sure how they affect handling as I've never had experience of NRFs on the same car.
On a related HB question do people push up to neutral, or press Park when stopped at traffic lights? I used to go into neutral but tend to press P on the gear stick now.
3. I agree about the handbrake. I'm always pulling it on, lifting my foot off the brake and car creeps forward! Annoying!
So I tend to just keep my foot planted on the brake a T lights/hold ups unless I know it's a really long one. The I will P it, and probably use the handbrake for good measure LOL.
So I tend to just keep my foot planted on the brake a T lights/hold ups unless I know it's a really long one. The I will P it, and probably use the handbrake for good measure LOL.
Somebody said:
1. You mean TPMS? What do you mean by sensitive? Inaccurate? Measurements vary? I find them OK - lets me know when tyres need pumping up, which I have.
2. I posted on page 151 how I replaced the drivers grab handle for a sunglasses holder. Video of installed holder: https://youtu.be/-3it7bluqp8
3. My HB is fine.
4. Love run flats. Saves the hassle of having to change to the spare (often emergency slim) wheel due to punctures. Not sure how they affect handling as I've never had experience of NRFs on the same car.
On a related HB question do people push up to neutral, or press Park when stopped at traffic lights? I used to go into neutral but tend to press P on the gear stick now.
Neutral & HB every time at traffic lights etc for me. Don't like sitting in brake light glare for longer periods, so don't do it myself.2. I posted on page 151 how I replaced the drivers grab handle for a sunglasses holder. Video of installed holder: https://youtu.be/-3it7bluqp8
3. My HB is fine.
4. Love run flats. Saves the hassle of having to change to the spare (often emergency slim) wheel due to punctures. Not sure how they affect handling as I've never had experience of NRFs on the same car.
On a related HB question do people push up to neutral, or press Park when stopped at traffic lights? I used to go into neutral but tend to press P on the gear stick now.
Think I also read somewhere not to use 'P' in these instances, leads to problems. But maybe I am imagining that lol.
af84 said:
Mine is currently at '9605 - Pre EU Port of Exit' status - BMW Genius states it should land with the dealer in approx. 2 weeks!!! 
330e MSport Shadow Edition in White
My spec:
My Shadow Line in White is also due on the same timelines. I have only spec’d the split folding seats on mine and have gone for the black leather with oyster trim interior. It’s been a long time coming 330e MSport Shadow Edition in White
My spec:
strowg said:
af84 said:
Mine is currently at '9605 - Pre EU Port of Exit' status - BMW Genius states it should land with the dealer in approx. 2 weeks!!!
330e MSport Shadow Edition in White
My spec:
My Shadow Line in White is also due on the same timelines. I have only spec’d the split folding seats on mine and have gone for the black leather with oyster trim interior. It’s been a long time coming 330e MSport Shadow Edition in White
My spec:
You will have to let us know if comes with the new digital instrument cluster I'm looking at the shadow edition next I have the 330e sport at the moment 16 months now of two year deal
Mine is in mineral white nice when clean
DragonflyTrumpeter said:
Neutral & HB every time at traffic lights etc for me. Don't like sitting in brake light glare for longer periods, so don't do it myself.
Think I also read somewhere not to use 'P' in these instances, leads to problems. But maybe I am imagining that lol.
Park is meant for just that. Parking.Think I also read somewhere not to use 'P' in these instances, leads to problems. But maybe I am imagining that lol.
One poster on here had issues with the box not coming out of park sometimes. Guess that was an individual case, but it's probably best not to exercise park more than necessary.
So yes, neutral and HB for me at lights etc.
Not that leaving in drive and HB on will sap a little battery power, as it will still try to creep ready for when the handbrake is released. At least that's my interpretation of the behaviour I've experienced.
Living in N Wales means we’ve been hit by the snow in recent days.
Having had a couple of BMWs previously, all have been utterly crap in the snow.
Have to say, the 330e is much better in slippery conditions than either of the 1ers I’ve had previously.
Running in electric mode gives good traction off the line and the regenerative braking means if you plan it, you don’t have to touch the brakes to slow.
Plus, I think the weight of the batteries over the rear axle also have a positive effect on the traction at the rear tyres.
Will see how we go with the 6” of snow forecast over the weekend!
Having had a couple of BMWs previously, all have been utterly crap in the snow.
Have to say, the 330e is much better in slippery conditions than either of the 1ers I’ve had previously.
Running in electric mode gives good traction off the line and the regenerative braking means if you plan it, you don’t have to touch the brakes to slow.
Plus, I think the weight of the batteries over the rear axle also have a positive effect on the traction at the rear tyres.
Will see how we go with the 6” of snow forecast over the weekend!
wobert said:
Living in N Wales means we’ve been hit by the snow in recent days.
Having had a couple of BMWs previously, all have been utterly crap in the snow.
Have to say, the 330e is much better in slippery conditions than either of the 1ers I’ve had previously.
Running in electric mode gives good traction off the line and the regenerative braking means if you plan it, you don’t have to touch the brakes to slow.
Plus, I think the weight of the batteries over the rear axle also have a positive effect on the traction at the rear tyres.
Will see how we go with the 6” of snow forecast over the weekend!
I was wondering how the 330e wou;d cope in the snow....good information. Don't think Wolverhampton will get as much as you. I would also assume running in eco pro would help a little as it dampens the throttle off slightly, although the regen isn't as aggressive as it is in comfort. Stay safe Having had a couple of BMWs previously, all have been utterly crap in the snow.
Have to say, the 330e is much better in slippery conditions than either of the 1ers I’ve had previously.
Running in electric mode gives good traction off the line and the regenerative braking means if you plan it, you don’t have to touch the brakes to slow.
Plus, I think the weight of the batteries over the rear axle also have a positive effect on the traction at the rear tyres.
Will see how we go with the 6” of snow forecast over the weekend!
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