04-21-2013, 02:09 PM | #1 |
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Test drive 335 M sport non XI
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Any idea where I can test drive non XI m sport sedan? It's killing me how dealers only stock XI models these days. I tried XI with m-sport and honestly the car felt very floaty in non fun type of way. Reminded Lexus IS in a way. |
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If you know of a dealership that has one, please let me know. I was told they no longer bring RWD cars unless ordered by a customer. |
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04-21-2013, 03:58 PM | #4 |
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I test drove a F30 335i Sport Line 6MT last summer at Town & Country BMW in Markham. Maybe try them?
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04-22-2013, 12:58 PM | #7 |
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Not available either, but hey on the bright side there are plenty of AWD models.
Maybe I should give Audi a call to see if they have any RWD cars available ;( |
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04-22-2013, 02:25 PM | #9 |
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This is true, RWD is a hard find since residuals are much lower so we won't really bother until we have an actual buyer.
Are you worried you won't like it? lol The AWD is a approx. 300lbs heavier and 10mm higher but faster 0-60. Just come order it!...talk to Commie lol |
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04-22-2013, 03:20 PM | #10 |
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Don't understand the lack of RWD with 6MT. If BMW refers to themselves as the 'ultimate driving machine' then RWD and 6MT go hand in hand.
Now... if a DCT was offered it would make more sense, but I don't care how good the 8AT is it still is a conventional AT. Alex_bm, I just picked up my '13 335i M-Sport 6MT RWD a few weeks back. Absolutely no regrets, my friend. It would be great if you can find one to test drive, but if you can't I would still order one regardless. Full stop. My test drive last year only cemented my choice. Last edited by HouseMusicRules; 04-22-2013 at 03:25 PM.. |
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04-22-2013, 04:29 PM | #11 |
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I ordered mine last Aug and rec'd late Sept/12.
Yes when it came in and residuals were out it was a bit disappointing the rwd was so much lower. I have to admit at first I missed my 2010 msport 335 manual coupe (mainly the steering feel and manual) but after a few weeks fell in love with this car. Key options imo would be..19's, M sport brake pkg, prem., adaptive m susp, of course the M sport pkg, The one option I always question is the variable sport steering. I wonder if I'd skipped it would the steering feel more like my 2010, with a lot of road feel and feed back although in sport mode it's ok? I have to admit the car is easy to drive fast and now no disappointment with the 8 speed auto, esp in sport. Basically I have the car in sport mode 95% of the time. I still think I need to have another M3 as my last one was a 2003 which was a blast. So I feel this 2013 is better than the e90's...again just my opinion, oh, btw, love that it's a rwd and is so much more fun to drive again imo than an x drive. One last thought, my wife hated the 2010, whereas this one can make the suspension softer in comfort mode and being a bit larger, makes her happy, and you know what they say about a happy wife...)
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04-22-2013, 08:46 PM | #13 |
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I cant see how a M sport xi is going to be any more floaty than a sport line xi.
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04-22-2013, 08:52 PM | #14 | |
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Did you drive a f30 without VSS? |
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try to look for a dealer that has a msport with adaptive. it should give u a better feel by a lot....since adaptive is suppose to be even stiffer than standard sport suspension when in sport mode
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Both of your statements are incorrect based on information published by BMW...
The weight difference is less than 300 lbs and the ride height difference between RWD M-SPORT to AWD M-SPORT is 20 mm. Non m-sport will have 10mm difference with XI, M-Sport will shave another 10mm. Are thought you were SA, no? Quote:
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04-23-2013, 12:42 PM | #19 |
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To clarify my situation.
I currently own 335IS. While this is not an M car, it has every-thing I would expect from BMW. It provides with fun driving experience by delivering on several different levels - ride, steering, acceleration, sound, overall quality and others. Now, I do not have to make any-body (wife) happy with what I drive, but I do need the versatility and functionality in a car. It gets some-what annoying to play with the front seats every time my kids join me for a ride. I did try 335xi. The acceleration is amazing, but every-thing else falls down. Few times I had to look down at the badge on the steering wheel to remind my-self I am in a BMW. The car is very floaty, disconnected and simply put "not fun". I am aware that it will work just fine for 99% of the population. Unfortunately I am not looking for a very fast Camry. There is no rush for me to make the move and I want to be sure before spending 70k on a car. It is a big purchase after all. P.S. I test drove ATS 3.6. Go figure, Cadillac has no problem with test driving RWD vehicle. It was certainly more entertaining to drive than 335xi, but I hated the car looks in and out. Also the chassis seemed to lack in terms of refinement compared to any bimmer I have ever driven. |
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- Sport Line w/ the optional $400 Sport Suspension (704) - M-Sport Line (ZWR) No xDrive F30s of any kind come lowered from the factory. Also, the additional 20mm drop (from stock, 10mm for Sport Line w/ 704 and M-Sport Line) you are referring to is for the optional M Performance Suspension (again for RWD only). That is approx. CDN$1700 last time I checked. Hope that helps. HMR. Last edited by HouseMusicRules; 04-23-2013 at 02:29 PM.. |
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and height difference between a rwd and awd is only 10mm, and honestly i wouldnt get sport suspension on a msport if u have the chance why not spend $500 and get adaptive set up. since it gets stiffer than standard sport suspension. |
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