Discussion
Hi,
Just got my LCI M135i in Estoril Blue.
So far so good, the car is absolutely insane, obviously still running it in but even at low revs it pulls so hard from nothing.
The adaptive suspension paired with the Michelin PSS makes it feel so planted and settled on the delightfully smooth Lincolnshire roads.
The Pro Nav and all the other technology that comes with it is pretty mind blowing, still having fun playing around with all the settings.
The 8 speed auto box, is perfect, when ordered I was in two minds as to whether I wanted an auto or to stick with manual, but I really cannot recommend it enough, leaving in in full auto, or using the flappy paddles its just a pleasure to use.
Not really sure what else to say, as having only done 300 miles so far that's just my first impressions, but will try to update as time goes on, but at the moment I could not think of a better alrounder! Here's a couple of pictures of my previous cars and my new current car.
A final note, if anyone is looking to buy one I cannot recommend Mike Taylor at BMW Soper Lincoln highly enough, Very willing to negotiate the right deal, service was exceptional and just a really friendly atmosphere at the dealership. If anyone wants anymore details just PM me.
BMW Z4 Coupe 3.0 Si- Loved this car.
On impulse and after having a bit of a scare in the Z4 I changed to this...
That's the only picture I have of the Mini, as I never really liked it that much.
And here's my new toy!
I will try and get some more picutres but if anyone has any questions then fire away!
Thanks
Just got my LCI M135i in Estoril Blue.
So far so good, the car is absolutely insane, obviously still running it in but even at low revs it pulls so hard from nothing.
The adaptive suspension paired with the Michelin PSS makes it feel so planted and settled on the delightfully smooth Lincolnshire roads.
The Pro Nav and all the other technology that comes with it is pretty mind blowing, still having fun playing around with all the settings.
The 8 speed auto box, is perfect, when ordered I was in two minds as to whether I wanted an auto or to stick with manual, but I really cannot recommend it enough, leaving in in full auto, or using the flappy paddles its just a pleasure to use.
Not really sure what else to say, as having only done 300 miles so far that's just my first impressions, but will try to update as time goes on, but at the moment I could not think of a better alrounder! Here's a couple of pictures of my previous cars and my new current car.
A final note, if anyone is looking to buy one I cannot recommend Mike Taylor at BMW Soper Lincoln highly enough, Very willing to negotiate the right deal, service was exceptional and just a really friendly atmosphere at the dealership. If anyone wants anymore details just PM me.
BMW Z4 Coupe 3.0 Si- Loved this car.
On impulse and after having a bit of a scare in the Z4 I changed to this...
That's the only picture I have of the Mini, as I never really liked it that much.
And here's my new toy!
I will try and get some more picutres but if anyone has any questions then fire away!
Thanks
MrBarry123 said:
Great looking car from the front however they've f
ked the rear with the LCI update.
I agree! As a keeper of a pre-LCI car (until Monday) I prefer the old rear. To be honest, I think I prefer the old front as well as it stands out a bit more.ked the rear with the LCI update.Regardless, a lovely car and I have enjoyed mine over the last 18 months. It was much better with a modified OEM backbox! I know you have only had it a short time but have you thought about doing this or fitting the BMWMP exhaust?
So much better than the sea of greys and white so popular these days!With regards to the looks, the front end looks quite aggressive and well proportioned the rear end I always had my doubts about, but looking it everyday it really is starting g to suit the car and to me the pre LCI cars are starting to look dated.
The MP exhaust was on my Christmas list, but after living with for the weeks and doing 500 miles I think the car is loud enough and it sounds pretty good too. Obviously after the novelty has worn off I might look into it along with the AC lower springs.
Basically what made me get rid of the Z4 was driving too fast, lost control (somehow managed to save, more by luck that talent), scared the st out of me realised if I didn't change it slow down my luck would run out. Now I'm a little older and a little slower it was time to get back to rear wheel drive 
The MP exhaust was on my Christmas list, but after living with for the weeks and doing 500 miles I think the car is loud enough and it sounds pretty good too. Obviously after the novelty has worn off I might look into it along with the AC lower springs.
Basically what made me get rid of the Z4 was driving too fast, lost control (somehow managed to save, more by luck that talent), scared the s
t out of me realised if I didn't change it slow down my luck would run out. Now I'm a little older and a little slower it was time to get back to rear wheel drive With regards to the looks, the front end looks quite aggressive and well proportioned the rear end I always had my doubts about, but looking it everyday it really is starting g to suit the car and to me the pre LCI cars are starting to look dated.
The MP exhaust was on my Christmas list, but after living with for the weeks and doing 500 miles I think the car is loud enough and it sounds pretty good too. Obviously after the novelty has worn off I might look into it along with the AC lower springs.
Basically what made me get rid of the Z4 was driving too fast, lost control (somehow managed to save, more by luck that talent), scared the st out of me realised if I didn't change it slow down my luck would run out. Now I'm a little older and a little slower it was time to get back to rear wheel drive
The MP exhaust was on my Christmas list, but after living with for the weeks and doing 500 miles I think the car is loud enough and it sounds pretty good too. Obviously after the novelty has worn off I might look into it along with the AC lower springs.
Basically what made me get rid of the Z4 was driving too fast, lost control (somehow managed to save, more by luck that talent), scared the s
t out of me realised if I didn't change it slow down my luck would run out. Now I'm a little older and a little slower it was time to get back to rear wheel drive Rig Monkey said:
With regards to the looks, the front end looks quite aggressive and well proportioned the rear end I always had my doubts about, but looking it everyday it really is starting g to suit the car and to me the pre LCI cars are starting to look dated.
The MP exhaust was on my Christmas list, but after living with for the weeks and doing 500 miles I think the car is loud enough and it sounds pretty good too. Obviously after the novelty has worn off I might look into it along with the AC lower springs.
Basically what made me get rid of the Z4 was driving too fast, lost control (somehow managed to save, more by luck that talent), scared the st out of me realised if I didn't change it slow down my luck would run out. Now I'm a little older and a little slower it was time to get back to rear wheel drive
No LSD on the Z4. Prob the only thing i dont like about mine... it can make it unpredictable and 'grabby' when it loses / regains traction. The MP exhaust was on my Christmas list, but after living with for the weeks and doing 500 miles I think the car is loud enough and it sounds pretty good too. Obviously after the novelty has worn off I might look into it along with the AC lower springs.
Basically what made me get rid of the Z4 was driving too fast, lost control (somehow managed to save, more by luck that talent), scared the s
t out of me realised if I didn't change it slow down my luck would run out. Now I'm a little older and a little slower it was time to get back to rear wheel drive Gassing Station | Readers' Cars | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff