So this new 335Ci/335Cd...

[verysideways]

Took my 540 into Ascot BMW yesterday (safety recall, something about the steering lock) and on the way there had a bit of a play with a 335Ci. When i got there, parked next to a 335Cd.

First impressions, it's pretty quick off the mark!
Secondly, it's so much prettier than the current 4 door. Subtle and stylish.
Thirdly, i'm loving the interior. Very BMW of course, without being dull.

Anyone got one, driven one, ordered one?

[wrighty78]

The new coupe shape is growing on me, but I think it heavily depends on the colour. I saw a lovely Interlagos (??) Blue one on the Embankment this morning - stunning. Very sleek and modern. Unbadged, though, so I've no idea what engine it was. And he let me push-in in front of him at Westminster!

[holbayhead]

Took my coupe in for it's service just before xmas and had a look at the new 335..I'd want the Cd..preferably another ex demo car..financial advisor has said "wait 'til your birthday"

[pentoman]

Look for one exhaust on each side for a 335 i or d.
Twin chromed exhausts on the left for a 330 i or d.
Twin unchromed exhausts on one model? 325i?

[wrighty78]

pentoman said:

Look for one exhaust on each side for a 335 i or d.
Twin chromed exhausts on the left for a 330 i or d.
Twin unchromed exhausts on one model? 325i?

Thanks! It was a 330 then. No clouds of black smoke either, so guessing it was petrol

[reggie183]

I'm a very happy owner of a 335d - went for the 19inch alloys as I think it makes the car look much more purposeful and sporting.

In eBay speak it gets a AAA+++ rating from me

[verysideways]

Just saw your profile pic - very nice

[swiss tone]

wrighty78 said:

pentoman said:

Look for one exhaust on each side for a 335 i or d.
Twin chromed exhausts on the left for a 330 i or d.
Twin unchromed exhausts on one model? 325i?

Thanks! It was a 330 then. No clouds of black smoke either, so guessing it was petrol

The desiel infact has a DPF on the coupe so no black smoke either.

[335man]

I've got a 335i coupe very happy with it!

Was in W.Sussex the other day and got a chance to try it on some twisty bits. Chassis is very sorted and torque is immense.

I have the auto but have found a big difference in throttle response between regular and sport mode so have ended up leaving it in sport a lot.

On motorway get about 28 mpg.

[blackspider]

What do you think of the plastic arm that hands you the seat belt?

One less thing to do.

[335man]

The plastic arm is a great invention!

It is a bit of gimic - but it saves bending round to get it yourself!

[hughjayteens]

I am looking at getting a 325i coupe in March...

For some reason, I am erring towards metallic black with red leather!!

[DanH]

pentoman said:

Look for one exhaust on each side for a 335 i or d.
Twin chromed exhausts on the left for a 330 i or d.
Twin unchromed exhausts on one model? 325i?

Have they stopped making 330is now? Not sure why but I thought the model was deleted? (I've got a 330i 4 door so this is just curiosity)

[pentoman]

I'm sure they can't possibly stop the 330i? The engine has only been around for a couple of years!

[b19 rus]

hughjayteens said:

I am looking at getting a 325i coupe in March...

For some reason, I am erring towards metallic black with red leather!!

An inspired choice sir, this is my 335d

Edited by b19 rus on Saturday 20th January 16:37

Edited by b19 rus on Saturday 20th January 16:38

[hughjayteens]

Ooh - I actually passed a sparkling graphite with coral red car on the M25 today and that was taking the lead, but I think I am back onto black again!

Are they 17" or 18" wheels?

[b19 rus]

hughjayteens said:

Ooh - I actually passed a sparkling graphite with coral red car on the M25 today and that was taking the lead, but I think I am back onto black again!

Are they 17" or 18" wheels?

There the stock 17's. I think there quite plain but I only keep my cars for 11 months so I ont mind too much. On the plus there really easy to clean!!!!!!!!

I keep saying it but this is a really great car, take the RF tyres of and it would be unbelievable!! IMHO

[hughjayteens]

I'll be keeping it 2 years (lease car) and as it has to go back on RFs, I plan to buy a new set of wheels and non RF tyres in a couple of months so will let you know what it drives like (probably go for 18s).