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BMW 3-series (E46) Forum Archive, 2000 week 38
The bimmer.org E46 Forum exists to provide all 1999-current
BMW E46 3-series owners and enthusiasts an open forum to discuss this series of BMWs.

different colors for (VIN-)registered /unregistere - d users (nt) -- Helmlein 15:46 9/19/2000 (0)
Register to post, Read for all (nt) - CD-55 15:36 9/19/2000 (4)
- like the motley fool (fool.com) (m) - ivan 15:51 9/19/2000 (0)
- I agree! Register to post only! (nt) - Emission 15:41 9/19/2000 (0)
- I like that idea! (nt) - doug 15:39 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Me too! (nt) - Tom 17:17 9/19/2000 (0)
BMW owners only with vin# registration - Dan 15:33 9/19/2000 (10)
- Yer a bitch - A 18:00 9/19/2000 (0)
- This would rule out Alan - He drives a Jag (nt) - MikeW 16:28 9/19/2000 (0)
- WHO AGREES WITH ME! - -A 16:04 9/19/2000 (3)
  - What??? .........m - doug 16:12 9/19/2000 (2)
    - It's just a Joke! - -A 16:52 9/19/2000 (1)
      - That joke could cost someone his/her job! - Tom 17:22 9/19/2000 (0)
- The only problem with that idea (more) - TD 15:40 9/19/2000 (2)
  - Agreed. E46 board helped me buy my car(e) (nt) - jarhead 14:38 9/20/2000 (0)
  - Register to post images! - Tom 17:19 9/19/2000 (0)
- Interesting suggestion! (nt) - Sergio 15:35 9/19/2000 (0)
Very much so. - Glenn 15:29 9/19/2000 (0)

Is the Speeding Defence Kit from Motorists.org - worth it? (more) Harry 15:26 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: Is the Speeding Defence Kit from Motorists.org - BlueMalibu 15:56 9/19/2000 (0)

I need help deciding between 325 and ? - carguy 15:25 9/19/2000 (10)

Go with the 330 or a used 540 instead (what I did) - Zebra 06:40 9/20/2000 (0)
Re: I need help deciding between 325 and ? (long) - Mike Saunders 23:12 9/19/2000 (0)
323 power is perfect. - RonZ 18:49 9/19/2000 (0)
I have a 323i, and it's perfectly (more) - G 15:54 9/19/2000 (0)
323 or 330, no 328! - (more) 15:34 9/19/2000 (3)
- torque has not decreased!BMW USA is incorrect... - GG 17:37 9/19/2000 (2)
  - BMW.com figures is European spec'd - FunkSoulBrotha 19:45 9/19/2000 (1)
    - Re: BMW.com figures is European spec'd - d5s56cd4 16:06 9/20/2000 (0)
Re: I need help deciding between 325 and ? - Glenn 15:28 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: I need help deciding between 325 and ? - Khalsakid 22:31 9/19/2000 (0)

Help me decide!!! - D 15:22 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: Help me decide!!! - Emission 17:21 9/19/2000 (0)

Road One Performance Driving School! - Jordan D'Alessio 15:15 9/19/2000 (0)

Opinions on Hamann vs. Dinan engine perf. tuning - Nick 15:07 9/19/2000 (0)

As always... the few ruin it for the many... - Sergio 15:07 9/19/2000 (0)

Thanks for the Thumbs Up... DC, 395N Last Thurs(m) - jason 15:06 9/19/2000 (0)

gave in, added 8way pwr sts to SP based on posting (nt) - 325Ci 14:53 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: gave in, added 8way pwr sts to SP based on pos - Dave 16:52 9/19/2000 (0)

Where can I get Topsider oil extractor? - steve 14:48 9/19/2000 (1)

Griots. Pricey ($70 vs $50) but . . . - rh 14:58 9/19/2000 (0)

a way to track car production (not via dealer)? (nt) - 325Ci 14:48 9/19/2000 (0)

SPORT WHEELS..Anyome selling their 7 or M spokes (nt) - please mail me!Kev@E46Fanatics.com 14:32 9/19/2000 (4)

Kev, when's E46Fanatics coming back online? - FunkSoulBrotha 14:43 9/19/2000 (2)
- Not to say that FunkSoul can post under his REAL - name. I miss the :) (eom) Dave N 16:02 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Lol...I was trying to change my user profile to (nt) - FunkSoulBrotha 16:15 9/19/2000 (0)
kev, try www.bmwwheels.com - Clem 14:41 9/19/2000 (0)

newby question - gershomww 323i 14:30 9/19/2000 (1)

Coupe. (nt) - CD-55 14:35 9/19/2000 (0)

Sorry guys, I'm out of here (more) - Dan in Sac 14:29 9/19/2000 (14)

I agree 100% People need to get a life! - moles 17:30 9/19/2000 (0)
I am gone too, bye... end - Benard A. 15:25 9/19/2000 (0)
DON'T OPEN THE PHONY REX POST BELOW! - doug 15:09 9/19/2000 (1)
- THIS IS WHY WE NEED REGISTRATION!!! (nt) - Kman 16:57 9/19/2000 (0)
We need an arbitrator to filter out such things (nt) - Tom 15:08 9/19/2000 (2)
- Time for a registration requirement? (nt) - doug 15:11 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Thats a good idea (nt) - Tom 15:14 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Sorry guys, I'm out of here (more) - Rex 15:01 9/19/2000 (0)
Anyone else notice Alan's post to the perp? (m) - TD 14:50 9/19/2000 (1)
- Damn, well I was wrong. I just emailed Alan re - the Rex post (e) 15:11 9/19/2000 (0)
I was thinking of that before the porn. I'm - Dan 14:43 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Sorry guys, I'm out of here (more) - FunkSoulBrotha 14:41 9/19/2000 (0)
If keeps happening, I'll probably have 2 join you! - doug 14:33 9/19/2000 (1)
- me too - Jeff 14:43 9/19/2000 (0)

Guys need help deciding - CarGuy 14:26 9/19/2000 (1)

dude: don't listen to ne1, 323 has plenty of power - '00 323 16:29 9/19/2000 (0)

BMW's return to Formula 1 Racing! (m) - Mark Seattle 14:26 9/19/2000 (5)

I did, not going though. South Bay BMW dealer. - Sergio 15:08 9/19/2000 (0)
Sounds like marketing to me (Williams/BMW exists!) (nt) - d5s56cd4 14:49 9/19/2000 (1)
- No, many Ferrari dealers air F1 races. (nt) - doug 14:54 9/19/2000 (0)
Is that on "Bernievision?" (m) - doug 14:30 9/19/2000 (1)
- It's digital pay per view overseas (more) - JimKim 15:01 9/19/2000 (0)

towing on a 323/328 - Rich 14:25 9/19/2000 (2)

From the catalogue: - Helmlein 15:34 9/19/2000 (1)
- Cars tow like magic in Europe. - Pepere 10:18 9/20/2000 (0)

towing with 323/328 (nt) - Rich 14:19 9/19/2000 (0)

Just started my New webpage with Pics!! (MORE) - RO 330i 14:13 9/19/2000 (13)

2001 Or 2002 M3 in the Horizon for Me. In Red! - RO 330i 21:34 9/19/2000 (0)
payment-> From $580 for 5 yrs to $720 for 7yrs - RO 330i 21:33 9/19/2000 (1)
- Im trying to build up my credit too. Now->10.8% - RO 330i 21:35 9/19/2000 (0)
thanks for the comments! - RO 330i 21:32 9/19/2000 (0)
nice car...use macromedia products to do site... - BOGS 16:36 9/19/2000 (0)
What kinda hit did you take on the 2000? - (e) 14:38 9/19/2000 (1)
- 3 Gs, Well Worth It! though. Money comes & goes - RO 330i 21:31 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Nice car - NAV330Ci 14:24 9/19/2000 (1)
- I agree, that is why I stayed away from Clears - RO 330i 21:36 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Just started my New webpage with Pics!! (MORE) - . 14:20 9/19/2000 (1)
- Yes, I traded it in only lost like $3 Gs though - RO 330i 21:36 9/19/2000 (0)
rims make a huge difference..nice car..nt - ky 14:18 9/19/2000 (1)
- True! 17in vs. 15in A Very BIG Diff. - RO 330i 21:37 9/19/2000 (0)

POLL: Did you lease or finance your bmw? & why? - BOGS 14:09 9/19/2000 (49)

NEITHER...Paid cash... - derek 20:13 9/19/2000 (0)
Leasing is for people who CANT REALLY AFFORD - THE CAR 18:04 9/19/2000 (3)
- Trolling for a beating.... - d5s56cd4 14:23 9/20/2000 (0)
- AOL.COM, I'm SHOCKED! LOL - Colin 18:33 9/19/2000 (1)
  - LOL...took the words out of my mouth :) (eom) - S.R. 20:41 9/19/2000 (0)
Third option - paying for it up front - TE Shea 17:57 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Actually, it's very close (m) - Lukas 15:32 9/19/2000 (0)
If it appreciates--BUY. If it depreciates--LEASE - (e) Steve 15:28 9/19/2000 (1)
- Do you lease (rent) your household appliances, - furniture, etc? nt Paul 23:23 9/19/2000 (0)
lease equates to 30% int. rate in long run/buy it - 325Ci 14:55 9/19/2000 (6)
- I agree that buying is better, but where did you - come up with 30%? (e) 14:59 9/19/2000 (5)
  - dealer calculated me out ex w/normal wear/tear - 325Ci 17:22 9/19/2000 (0)
  - Dude, pass the crack pipe!!! (nt) - Colin Erven 15:00 9/19/2000 (3)
    - Because I agree that buying is better? - (e) 15:02 9/19/2000 (2)
      - No, because 30% APR? Come on! If you believe it - then you are on crack 15:08 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        Is simply said I think buying is better, but was - wondering where 30% came from(e) 15:19 9/19/2000 (0)
LEASE, and a comment for you... - Imadriver 14:40 9/19/2000 (13)
- Totally wrong... - derek 20:27 9/19/2000 (10)
  - LOST! - Colin 07:59 9/20/2000 (0)
  - You're confused ... (m) - S.R. 20:36 9/19/2000 (8)
    - You're confused ... - derek 20:59 9/19/2000 (7)
      - I really dislike personal attacks, but ... (m) - S.R. 21:51 9/19/2000 (6)
        
        When did I attack YOU?... - derek 22:12 9/19/2000 (5)
        
        No no no... I used a personal attack, but first - admitted I didn't want to. S.R. 22:44 9/19/2000 (4)
        
        I get your point... - derek 22:52 9/19/2000 (3)
        
        I see what you're saying ... (m) - S.R. 23:17 9/19/2000 (2)
        
        No, that's not what I was implying... - Imadriver 08:12 9/20/2000 (1)
        
        No theres nothing wrong with it... - derek 18:58 9/20/2000 (0)
- Re: LEASE, and a comment for you... - BOGS 16:30 9/19/2000 (0)
- I totally agree! (m) - S.R. 16:19 9/19/2000 (0)
Lease: Business Deduction + Like Driving New Cars - Dan S. 14:37 9/19/2000 (0)
Bought 1, leased 2... - Colin Erven 14:33 9/19/2000 (13)
- Re: Bought 1, leased 2... - rh 15:02 9/19/2000 (0)
- What happens when the "measly 15%" turns into a - BIG negative 15%? (e) 14:41 9/19/2000 (11)
  - What happens when I make 30% in 1 month? - Colin Erven 14:55 9/19/2000 (10)
    - Ever take finance 101? Stocks are LONG TERM invest - ments... 15:00 9/19/2000 (9)
      - Ever hear of DAYTRADING? - Colin 15:17 9/19/2000 (8)
        
        I know lots of day traders...all of which are in - the hole (m) 15:24 9/19/2000 (2)
        
        You REALLY don't understand do you? - Colin 15:43 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        Very level-headed (m) - S.R. 16:25 9/19/2000 (0)
        
        Forgot to mention... - Colin 15:21 9/19/2000 (4)
        
        Sounds like you're trying to convince yourself - more than anyone else! (e) 15:26 9/19/2000 (3)
        
        Good argument! - Colin 15:34 9/19/2000 (2)
        
        Rich people eat steak, so it must - be more economical!(m) 15:39 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        Re: Rich people eat steak, so it must - Colin 16:02 9/19/2000 (0)
Financed - Drive too many miles for lease. - Peter 14:25 9/19/2000 (1)
- Ditto. - Sergio 14:37 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: POLL: Did you lease or finance your bmw? & - Glenn 14:22 9/19/2000 (0)
Finance: b/c leasing is just financing the - depreciation...(e) 14:16 9/19/2000 (0)

SORT OF OFF-TOPIC: Need Help(more) - LIL RAJA 14:08 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: this guy is really funny(nt) - Jason 14:42 9/19/2000 (0)

F/U to 330Cic comment vs. 323 earlier post (more) - Growtogether 13:39 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone have info on extended warranty? - (more) 13:37 9/19/2000 (4)

Is the price negotiable? (e) - Arrwin 15:52 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Anyone have info on extended warranty? - ky 14:25 9/19/2000 (0)
you have until warranty expires to purchase - Steve 14:03 9/19/2000 (1)
- Where can i go to buy it? Any BMW Dealership? - Jeff 14:10 9/19/2000 (0)

Overheating - Chris S 13:29 9/19/2000 (3)

Water pump is failing had same problem on my e36(e - FTD 15:11 9/19/2000 (0)
Forget Shop1,2 etc: Take your car to a BMW dealer! - Pascal 14:05 9/19/2000 (0)
post in 'E36' message area for better response - (e) Steve 14:01 9/19/2000 (0)

Is window roller blind an option for 330i? - Danny 13:24 9/19/2000 (8)

Good Luck - you'll need it!!! - you know to take what you can get 14:11 9/19/2000 (1)
- Both MB C Class &Infiniti I30 Offer Power Shade - It's a joke that BMW can't offer it 14:15 9/19/2000 (0)
(Snicker)... Rex... (nt) - TD 13:25 9/19/2000 (0)
Special Order Option - $300. - Rex nt 13:25 9/19/2000 (4)
- How does it work? Automatic? - Danny 13:54 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Factory installed on My 330Ci - MOV/pics - MikeC - NY 14:55 9/19/2000 (0)
- and you cannot get it when doing a Euro Del... - Rex nt 13:27 9/19/2000 (0)
- Damn, you respond faster than I can joke about you - responding. Doh! (e) TD 13:26 9/19/2000 (0)

RD wheels onsale - I think it's pretty cheap - VAFunkie 13:22 9/19/2000 (0)

is deposit part of down payment??? - BOGS 13:19 9/19/2000 (1)

My deposit will become part of down-paymnt. (nt) - Jetplane - Seattle 13:25 9/19/2000 (0)

3M Paint Protection and Tinting ?s - AJ 13:12 9/19/2000 (0)

Factory Tour On-line - pretty cool...(more) - mcarter 13:06 9/19/2000 (0)

FS~ H & R race springs for 328 sedan - SUpaman 13:04 9/19/2000 (1)

how much you want for them... in canadian - Tommy 20:18 9/19/2000 (0)

330Cic lease just $42 more than 325Cic (more) - DRW 12:58 9/19/2000 (24)

Don't put money down, use that safety deposit. - Anthony-NJ 13:12 9/19/2000 (0)
It is a no-brainer...BUY, don't lease! - Chris(e) 13:00 9/19/2000 (22)
- Re: It is a no-brainer...BUY, don't lease! - Colin Erven 13:11 9/19/2000 (21)
  - I'm already maxed out in my 401(k) at 15%...do - what you like(e) 13:45 9/19/2000 (1)
    - Re: I'm already maxed out in my 401(k) at 15%...do - Colin Erven 14:26 9/19/2000 (0)
  - Re: It is a no-brainer...BUY, don't lease! - Dave 13:26 9/19/2000 (10)
    - Huh?? - Imadriver 13:43 9/19/2000 (9)
      - Re: Huh?? - Dave 14:32 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        Re: Huh?? - Colin Erven 14:49 9/19/2000 (0)
      - Re: Huh?? - Dave 14:20 9/19/2000 (0)
      - Re: Huh?? - Dave 14:15 9/19/2000 (5)
        
        Re: Huh?? - Colin Erven 14:25 9/19/2000 (4)
        
        Re: Huh?? - Dave 15:30 9/19/2000 (0)
        
        Re: Huh?? - Dave 15:16 9/19/2000 (2)
        
        What state? - Colin 15:31 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        CA is NOT a no fault state....peace - Dave 23:43 9/19/2000 (0)
  - youre forgetting tho that at end... - BOGS 13:18 9/19/2000 (6)
    - Re: youre forgetting tho that at end... - Dave 00:48 9/20/2000 (0)
    - Glad you said that! - Colin Erven 13:24 9/19/2000 (4)
      - Re: Glad you said that! - Dave 08:42 9/20/2000 (1)
        
        It's about opportunity cost (m) - S.R. 14:24 9/20/2000 (0)
      - Are you rich???? - BOGS 14:00 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        Nothing to show???? - Imadriver 14:18 9/19/2000 (0)
  - youre forgetting tho that at end... - BOGS 13:17 9/19/2000 (0)

do E46 clear w/red tailights exist, or only clear? (nt) - 325Ci 12:54 9/19/2000 (3)

ive only seen clear/ red - (e) 12:58 9/19/2000 (2)
- magazines i saw had all clear or all smoke - 325Ci 14:57 9/19/2000 (1)
  - here it is.... - ky 15:52 9/19/2000 (0)

BMW Battery - Anthony-NJ 12:53 9/19/2000 (8)

Re: BMW Battery - Anthony-NJ 20:39 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: BMW Battery - Anthony-NJ 23:31 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: BMW Battery - doug 14:43 9/19/2000 (3)
- You guys need an electronics refresher course! :) (nt) - Larry in TN 01:59 9/20/2000 (2)
  - e = I * R (nt) - Larry in TN 02:00 9/20/2000 (1)
    - P = I * e (nt) - Larry in TN 02:01 9/20/2000 (0)
ALL batteries have the same voltage!! (m) - Keith S 14:25 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: BMW Battery - Larry in TN 13:35 9/19/2000 (0)

2001 330cic FOR SALE - Ed Keady 12:53 9/19/2000 (3)

Re: 2001 330cic FOR SALE - Zack 04:58 9/20/2000 (0)
Looks like Hendrick BMW - maybe in SC? - Tony A. (nt) 14:29 9/19/2000 (0)
Location Please? - Neil 14:01 9/19/2000 (0)

my wk 36 330iSP shipped 9/18...more... - chris 12:36 9/19/2000 (4)

Re: my wk 36 330iSP shipped 9/18...more... - blue 14:42 9/19/2000 (1)
- congratulation blue! mine should arrive by the - end of this week. Memnoch 17:58 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: my wk 36 330iSP shipped 9/18...more... - Dave 13:30 9/19/2000 (0)
arr 10/16/00 according to wlna.com (nt) - Paul325Ci 12:57 9/19/2000 (0)

RDS in BMW bussines unit,a few question - Jason 12:29 9/19/2000 (2)

The radio station has to support the technology... - Imadriver 12:36 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: Imadriver - Jason 14:35 9/19/2000 (0)

Schnitzer Upgrade - JohnH 12:24 9/19/2000 (5)

Do you have any photos??? - JRB 12:33 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: Do you have any photos??? - JohnH 12:42 9/19/2000 (0)
can i ask where you got your ac parts and how much - BOGS 12:27 9/19/2000 (2)
- Re: can i ask where you got your ac parts and how - JohnH 12:32 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Can you post or Email me some pics!! Would like - to see the 12:39 9/19/2000 (0)

Jon: Any news on larger NAV for 3 series?? - love2travel 12:21 9/19/2000 (2)

Yeah, what's the final word on the Nav system? (m) - Memnoch 14:39 9/19/2000 (1)
- No, according to Franco of Cutter Motor.... - Danny 00:37 9/20/2000 (0)

Anybody buy from Autobahn BMW in Fort Worth, TX? - z3rex 12:21 9/19/2000 (4)

Re: Anybody buy from Autobahn BMW in Fort Worth, T - Dave 01:33 9/20/2000 (0)
I did, had a wonderful experience ... (nt) - Mon 14:37 9/19/2000 (0)
Yep, great dealer - chrisA 12:50 9/19/2000 (0)
I did, best experience (more) - Steve Marusa 12:28 9/19/2000 (0)

Can anyone recommend a paint protectant? (m) - rachel 12:16 9/19/2000 (2)

...put it in a garage 24/7 ;-) - (e) Steve 12:57 9/19/2000 (0)
3M film - only one thus far... - Tony(BC)-330i 12:30 9/19/2000 (0)

anyone know of '02 changes for 330??? - ahmadz 12:15 9/19/2000 (1)

'02 starts June 1st earliest according to U.S. law - Ausgang 13:02 9/19/2000 (0)

Funk Soul Brother, check out... - Rex (more) 12:14 9/19/2000 (7)

Corso and the Gameday crew is anti-westcoast - FunkSoulBrotha 12:27 9/19/2000 (6)
- They sure is! (and people say you can't get a good - public education). Go Cardinal! 12:54 9/19/2000 (4)
  - How's your Chinese? - FSB 00:19 9/20/2000 (0)
  - Hmmm, combined football & basketball national - titles -- UCLA 12, Stanford ZERO! nt 13:17 9/19/2000 (2)
    - But Johnny can't read! (and his grammar and - syntax are pretty bad, too) Go Cardinal! 13:28 9/19/2000 (0)
    - and no stupid dancing tree as a mascot... - Rex nt 13:22 9/19/2000 (0)
- Are you people aware the olympics are on? y'know,, - every FOUR years?Americans BAH humbug(e 12:51 9/19/2000 (0)

Forgive the double-post, first time here. - Archer 12:10 9/19/2000 (2)

not an option, except to get it painted at a body - shop. (end) 12:23 9/19/2000 (1)
- But it doesnt look "factory" if you paint it. - (e) 12:24 9/19/2000 (0)

Can everyone who has done Dinan please post there - + or - feedback about it...thanks JRB 12:10 9/19/2000 (0)

330ci question (black trim)? - Archer 12:09 9/19/2000 (2)

Get a black 330 - Dan 13:54 9/19/2000 (0)
Nope, you have to have a body shop paint them. - nt BMWannabe 12:34 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone know of any '02 changes for 330?? - ahmadz 12:07 9/19/2000 (1)

Yes, it will cost more. Production starts 06/01 - (eom) 14:20 9/19/2000 (0)

one more time please............ - Greg in Florida 12:01 9/19/2000 (5)

You're asking a lot, man. - TD 14:26 9/19/2000 (2)
- very thorough... and appreciated... thanks!!!!!!! (nt) - Greg in Florida 16:59 9/19/2000 (1)
  - What's scary is... (m) - TD 17:22 9/19/2000 (0)
Nope (nt) - not for you 13:23 9/19/2000 (1)
- WWWWWWWWWWWWWaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh !!!!!!! (nt) - Greg in Florida 14:18 9/19/2000 (0)

Sqeaky windows on 330Ci - Ken 12:01 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: Sqeaky windows on 330Ci - doug 14:12 9/19/2000 (0)

I wonder if there are studies re: early production - curious 12:01 9/19/2000 (2)

maybe people can list all their probs and fixes - done on the (m) Alan??? - HW 12:18 9/19/2000 (1)
- also ...(m) - HW 12:21 9/19/2000 (0)

330ci question (black trim)? - Archer 11:59 9/19/2000 (14)

I had it painted on my white 328 sedan... - ky 13:45 9/19/2000 (3)
- Re: I had it painted on my white 328 sedan... - Archer 14:34 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Re: I had it painted on my white 328 sedan... - ky 15:39 9/19/2000 (0)
- Re: I had it painted on my white 328 sedan... - Archer 14:19 9/19/2000 (0)
the trim is color coded on the ci--it is black on - the i. (e) 12:08 9/19/2000 (9)
- Re: the trim is color coded on the ci--it is black - Archer 12:14 9/19/2000 (8)
  - Here you go (m) - ic95 12:19 9/19/2000 (7)
    - Re: Here you go (m) - Archer 13:09 9/19/2000 (0)
    - you stated his question, didnt answer it (m) - echu888 12:24 9/19/2000 (5)
      - Re: you stated his question, didnt answer it (m) - Archer 14:21 9/19/2000 (0)
      - this way the way his question was written first! - ic95 12:44 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        you are correct sir. my apologies! (e) (nt) - echu888 12:48 9/19/2000 (0)
      - in a way.. - (more) 12:31 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        Re: in a way.. - Archer 13:11 9/19/2000 (0)

For Sale: Hamann Eyelids-Coupe..(m) - GhettoFabulous 11:55 9/19/2000 (0)

OT: What's the difference in photo uploading - speed between serial and USB? nt 11:51 9/19/2000 (2)

HEY!! I'm getting a wk43 318Ci !!!!! - Anyway, it's my first car, so ... 13:46 9/19/2000 (0)
the same as a 318i vs E46 M3 - lk 12:07 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone know about the Eisenmann exhaust...(more) - JoshY 11:44 9/19/2000 (0)

FS: Racing Dynamics M3 look front bumper! - Jeff 11:40 9/19/2000 (2)

Does it fit to a coupe? (nt) - Jugy 13:48 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: Does it fit to a coupe? - Jeff 14:48 9/19/2000 (0)

Help! Is my dealer a moron?! - Steve 11:35 9/19/2000 (3)

Saw one yesterday at Otto's BMW in PA (nt) - G 13:12 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Help! Is my dealer a moron?! - Glenn 11:48 9/19/2000 (1)
- So he IS a moron! : o ) - Steve 12:44 9/19/2000 (0)

FS Clear signals E46 Sedan $230 (more) - marc b 11:19 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: FS Clear signals E46 Sedan $230 (more) - desidip 11:30 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone know what boat arrived in Jersey City (nt) - today?--Wk36 330Ci 11:16 9/19/2000 (10)

My wk36 330ci is on the boat and supposed to - arrive by the end of this week. Memnoch 14:30 9/19/2000 (0)
not sure but NO week 36 is in the USA TWO WEEKS (nt) - Greg in Florida 11:17 9/19/2000 (8)
- WHAT!!! My car is supposed to arrive today? - What do u mean 2 weeks? 11:19 9/19/2000 (7)
  - read below for info.......... - Greg in Florida 11:35 9/19/2000 (6)
    - There are some FAST boats out there my man - BR 11:43 9/19/2000 (1)
      - i hope my car IS loaded and dealer doesn't know! (nt) - Greg in Florida 11:51 9/19/2000 (0)
    - just called again... and this is what i found out. - Greg in Florida 11:40 9/19/2000 (3)
      - Wk 36 325i on boat and due to arrive in NJ 9/20(m) - Flip 11:49 9/19/2000 (1)
        
        agreed.... and........ - Greg in Florida 11:59 9/19/2000 (0)
      - DOH, I have a Wk35, -- Dealer says car shipped - 9/6 arrives today? 11:48 9/19/2000 (0)

OK everyone- take a look at this (NEW M3 Pictures) - G 11:13 9/19/2000 (3)

Wow, that was better than the porn yesterday :) (nt) - FunkSoulBrotha 12:38 9/19/2000 (2)
- M M M Good!!!The epitome of lust. Awesome pics. - matrix641 02:43 9/20/2000 (0)
- I guess some people were afraid to look inside! (nt) - G 13:16 9/19/2000 (0)

330Cic Evaluation - 600 miles (very long) - Growtogether 11:09 9/19/2000 (16)

Re: 330Cic Evaluation - 600 miles (very long) - debaser 19:49 9/19/2000 (2)
- Re: 330Cic Evaluation - 600 miles (very long) - randy 20:37 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Re: 330Cic Evaluation - 600 miles (very long) - debaser 11:33 9/20/2000 (0)
You didn't say anything about longing for the old - steering feel...hmmmm(e) 13:04 9/19/2000 (0)
330Cic 5-sp 0-60 6.9 sec...(m) - Rmart 12:56 9/19/2000 (3)
- Re: 330Cic 5-sp 0-60 6.9 sec...(m) - Ray 13:15 9/19/2000 (1)
  - If you read the original post you would... - Rmart 13:22 9/19/2000 (0)
- Re: 330Cic 5-sp 0-60 6.9 sec...(m) - Ray 13:15 9/19/2000 (0)
OH NO, Here we go again... - Imadriver 11:15 9/19/2000 (7)
- My thoughts exactly. (nt) - G 11:20 9/19/2000 (6)
  - Coulda been worse, could have been the i vs Ci... - FunkSoulBrotha 12:35 9/19/2000 (1)
    - Nah, if you remember, the 323/328 debate was... - BMWannabe 12:43 9/19/2000 (0)
  - Re: My thoughts exactly. - Colin Erven 11:37 9/19/2000 (3)
    - Don't get me wrong... - Colin Erven 12:17 9/19/2000 (0)
    - I agree....more. - GhettoFabulous 12:03 9/19/2000 (0)
    - Well said. (nt) - G 11:58 9/19/2000 (0)

323i aero kit, is it worth it ? - VAFunkie 11:03 9/19/2000 (0)

Window Fog - Michael SPinelli 11:00 9/19/2000 (6)

You might be using a dirty cloth when cleaning the - glass. It also leaves a thin *fog* film. 13:14 9/19/2000 (1)
- Same thing may be caused by 'softeners' - (m) Ausgang 14:39 9/19/2000 (0)
its the vinyl parts outgassing--takes a year or to - stop (e) Steve 12:11 9/19/2000 (1)
- You're correct. Vinylex on the dash helps. (nt) - doug 14:14 9/19/2000 (0)
Same problem + it's not good to always run w/AC on - KNOCKOUT 11:38 9/19/2000 (0)
running air conditioning helps (e) - '00 323 11:06 9/19/2000 (0)

GREAT news for some, including me, I guess - (more) hts 10:59 9/19/2000 (4)

I couldn't take the chance that it would be... - BMWannabe 12:39 9/19/2000 (0)
Kris, is this worthy of inclusion in the FAQ? - (eom) hts 12:30 9/19/2000 (0)
Are CPO M3s excluded too, or just new ones? (nt) - JST 11:55 9/19/2000 (0)
Cool! (Of course, I got my $1K check last week)(e) - TD 11:10 9/19/2000 (0)

Does inspection I cover alignment issues? (nt) (nt) - BrianH 10:49 9/19/2000 (2)

alignment free up to 1200 mi--after that you pay - (e) Steve 10:52 9/19/2000 (1)
- My service guy said 2000 miles. Mine was done at.. - JT///M3 12:54 9/19/2000 (0)

330 SEDAN - jbirr 10:34 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone know the true 0-60 of the 330d? n/t (nt) - SJD 10:32 9/19/2000 (3)

german magazine "focus" clocked touring at 7.8s - for 0-100 km/h 11:09 9/19/2000 (1)
- Link to "focus.de" (nt) - Helmlein 11:14 9/19/2000 (0)
7.1-7.4 i believe from BIMMER magazine - BOGS 10:38 9/19/2000 (0)

330 sedan for sale - j birr 10:31 9/19/2000 (4)

Re: 330 sedan for sale - jbirr 10:56 9/19/2000 (1)
- wow! life's tough : ) - ivan (e) 11:42 9/19/2000 (0)
why r u selling brand new car? - BOGS 10:36 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: why r u selling brand new car? - jbirr 10:55 9/19/2000 (0)

Is SuperUnleaded really better than Unleaded?&Why? (nt) - '00 323 10:27 9/19/2000 (2)

Higher engine compression needs higher Octane (m) - Vic :) 11:00 9/19/2000 (0)
Just use what manufacturer recommends...anything - Tony(BC)-330i 10:37 9/19/2000 (0)

will i be happy with the performance of the 330ci - tony 10:24 9/19/2000 (9)

Chipped S4 is a monster! - CMT 11:33 9/19/2000 (4)
- Where are you located CMT? I'm in Fairfield, CT - Chris(e) 14:14 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Ha! Those videos were taken in Fairfield! - CMT 20:25 9/19/2000 (0)
- Re: Agreed, but beware chipping! - JTPE46 13:25 9/19/2000 (1)
  - But S4 = E46 M3+$10K! Audi's stock boost is much - less than max boost...it's all good!(e) 13:37 9/19/2000 (0)
S4 = straight line speed, 330ci = fun to drive n/t - SJD 10:31 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: will i be happy with the performance of the 33 - NAV330Ci 10:27 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: BTW - NAV330Ci 10:29 9/19/2000 (0)
Power? I'd have to say S4...250stock, add a chip - and you've got 350! (e) 10:27 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone doing the Fall Mini Rally? - Michael Dulas 10:23 9/19/2000 (0)

Brief update (for those interested) - NAV330Ci 10:20 9/19/2000 (3)

thanks tony for that update.... appreciate it! (nt) - Greg in Florida 11:31 9/19/2000 (0)
im jealous...=( but have you noticed the...(m) - BOGS 10:40 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: im jealous...=( but have you noticed the...(m) - NAV330Ci 10:46 9/19/2000 (0)

Xenon Lights - Dave 10:08 9/19/2000 (11)

Next closest thing to Xenon.... - GhettoFabulous 12:41 9/19/2000 (2)
- Thanks for the info - Dave 08:44 9/20/2000 (0)
- Not Jimmys, try Philips Bluevisions - Neil 14:09 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Xenon Lights - ... 11:20 9/19/2000 (4)
- what a dumbass thing to say.... moron!!!......... - Greg in Florida 11:29 9/19/2000 (2)
  - Ouch! - ... 11:31 9/20/2000 (0)
  - Geez, cool it GREG... - derek 18:58 9/19/2000 (0)
- Re: Xenon Lights - alee 11:27 9/19/2000 (0)
I agree with the sentiment... - Tony(BC)-330i 10:19 9/19/2000 (0)
Who cares what we think...you made your choice, - I'm sure it's right 4 U (e) 10:13 9/19/2000 (1)
- I wouldnt own another BMW w/o them, just my .02! - MikeB 10:21 9/19/2000 (0)

OT: Opportunity in Santa Clara - more - Benard A. 09:53 9/19/2000 (4)

Re: OT: Opportunity in Santa Clara - more - desidip 10:54 9/19/2000 (1)
- Yes, look at www.nai.com - more - Benard A. 11:38 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: OT: Opportunity in Santa Clara - more - BOGS 10:16 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: OT: Opportunity in Santa Clara - more - Benard A. 10:30 9/19/2000 (0)

FM Radio Reception "KAPUT!" Comments Please!! - rb 09:53 9/19/2000 (2)

I had exact same problem & had it fixed: - Cody 10:47 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: Thanks! Will advise dealer... - rb 11:06 9/19/2000 (0)

BMWCCA - Chicagoan 09:45 9/19/2000 (3)

They've been a little slow recently... Too busy. - Noel 13:20 9/19/2000 (0)
Check out windycitybmw.com if you haven't - already. Rex nt 09:57 9/19/2000 (0)
I takes a couple of weeks (more) - Benard A. 09:55 9/19/2000 (0)

Had control arms,rotors& pads replaced on 328i (m) - JC 09:40 9/19/2000 (13)

warranty cover any of it??????????????? - 328i 99 16:25 9/19/2000 (0)
same problem - rick 11:30 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Had control arms,rotors& pads replaced on - Joe P. 11:18 9/19/2000 (0)
What was build date on your 328I ? - Mark Seattle 10:43 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: What was build date on your 328I ? - JC 11:15 9/19/2000 (0)
Who initiated the replacements? Was this all under - warranty? (e) 10:11 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re:The dealer initiated;all covered under warantee - JC 11:16 9/19/2000 (0)
I've noticed a very very slight vibration and - Mark Seattle 10:08 9/19/2000 (5)
- Re: I've noticed a very very slight vibration and - JC 11:22 9/19/2000 (4)
  - Thank you for the insight, I think for now (m) - Mark Seattle 12:02 9/19/2000 (3)
    - Had same problem, 8/99 build date. . . - rh 14:45 9/19/2000 (0)
    - Re: Thank you for the insight, I think for now (m) - Joe P. 12:16 9/19/2000 (1)
      - Good advice, grazie. - Mark Seattle 12:21 9/19/2000 (0)

Car's electrical system - MM 09:39 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: Car's electrical system - jak 09:44 9/19/2000 (0)

Continentai Tires on 330Cic - Andoni 09:33 9/19/2000 (4)

see below for educated opinion of both........ - Greg in Florida 11:47 9/19/2000 (0)
for a good street tire the're excellent - (e) Steve 10:03 9/19/2000 (0)
1600 km update - tires and misc... - Tony(BC)-330i 09:43 9/19/2000 (1)
- Hard as nails. Squeal like a little girl - jwalker 11:34 9/19/2000 (0)

1/4 Mile Times 323/328/325/330 - Matt V 09:28 9/19/2000 (3)

323i Stock >15.7 / 5 speed sedan - Matt V 09:31 9/19/2000 (2)
- question - Jacob NJ 18:23 9/19/2000 (1)
  - that was with 18 inch rims ac type 3 - Jacob NJ 18:24 9/19/2000 (0)

cap cost $$$ - car stolen- what happens (more) - Mark 09:27 9/19/2000 (2)

Re: cap cost $$$ - car stolen- what happens (more) - dmkozak 09:37 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: cap cost $$$ - car stolen- what happens (more) - Richard 17:03 9/19/2000 (0)

Body Colored Hardtop - Fairway-J 09:16 9/19/2000 (0)

Where is Octoberfest gonna take place.. cause I'm - NJBimma 09:12 9/19/2000 (3)

CCA is holding it in Spartanburg, SC - Ausgang 14:33 9/19/2000 (0)
You can't miss it once you're in Muenchen - Helmlein 11:16 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Where is Octoberfest gonna take place.. cause - Dave 09:57 9/19/2000 (0)

Recommendation on Body Shop in DC/MD - Eric 09:02 9/19/2000 (3)

MasterCrafters in Rockville (nt) - SteveinMD 11:30 9/19/2000 (0)
I don't know about concours quality, but (m) - TD 09:11 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: I don't know about concours quality, but (m) - Fairway-J 09:26 9/19/2000 (0)

SUV's slammed on CNBC this morning - Rex m 08:56 9/19/2000 (5)

LoL...a navigator doesnt "offroad"... - Vic :) 10:48 9/19/2000 (0)
also for the record... - Rex m 08:58 9/19/2000 (3)
- How about a big "O.T." since this has NOTHING - to do with E46 models... thanks, Robert 09:29 9/19/2000 (2)
  - Deep breath. Relax (MORE) - TD 09:34 9/19/2000 (0)
  - easy. innocuous oversight. my bad. - Rex nt 09:34 9/19/2000 (0)

Premium for M3 and Z8 - Dev 08:54 9/19/2000 (0)

Is the de-waxer at Pt Hueneme still broken? - My car is arirving at port 08:51 9/19/2000 (1)

It's fixed, but moved my date from 9/15 to 9/24 - Patrick Correia 09:16 9/19/2000 (0)

CV joint/boot - boredtodeathwaitingformy330ci 07:59 9/19/2000 (1)

Keep it well greased. - Izzy 08:53 9/19/2000 (0)

Inspection II Cost $350 with CCA discount - Jack 07:49 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: Inspection II Cost $350 with CCA discount - kevinfl 10:02 9/19/2000 (0)

Reminder--Corporate Sales Program ends 10/31 - Fred Meloan 07:42 9/19/2000 (0)

Taking delivery of a Orient Blue 330Xi today - BEWARE 07:38 9/19/2000 (2)

Re: Taking delivery of a Orient Blue 330Xi today - Steve C. 08:58 9/19/2000 (1)
- Re: Taking delivery of a Orient Blue 330Xi today - Drew 11:43 9/19/2000 (0)

Anyone need winter transportation...Selling my - Jeep Wrangler...Marc 07:34 9/19/2000 (0)

My 323ci has sqeaky brakes, what's wrong? (nt) - Jason 07:12 9/19/2000 (1)

Depends on what values of "squeaky" (more) - JasonTX 10:32 9/19/2000 (0)

1st scheduled maintenance service experience - Mike H 07:12 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: 1st scheduled maintenance service experience - Fred Meloan 07:31 9/19/2000 (0)

Still can't find wind block for E46 CiC - anyone? - david 07:10 9/19/2000 (1)

Re: Still can't find wind block for E46 CiC - anyo - Dev 08:01 9/19/2000 (0)

asb28.resnet.cornell.edu please read - Alan 06:59 9/19/2000 (0)

AIG quoted me 3300/6 mo. and asked if they - were competitive! 22/M/NY/clean record! 06:52 9/19/2000 (2)

Re: AIG quoted me 3300/6 mo. and asked if they - Nizmo924 15:08 9/19/2000 (0)
join the club -:) - mer 13:58 9/19/2000 (0)

Arrogant BMW dealers; Lexus, here I come ... - Former BMW owner/Future Lexus owner 06:44 9/19/2000 (16)

Re: Arrogant BMW dealers; Lexus, here I come ... - Jon 14:48 9/20/2000 (0)
Re: Arrogant BMW dealers; Lexus, here I come ... - D 11:58 9/19/2000 (0)
get out of the Bay Area....go to Cutter! - JonnyB 10:54 9/19/2000 (0)
Forget the dealers - the ARROGANCE comes from - BMWNA in NJ - they need to shape up 10:49 9/19/2000 (0)
Actually, the opposite happened to me... - Jordan330ci 09:53 9/19/2000 (2)
- hehe Jordan330ci - echu888 11:12 9/19/2000 (0)
- I agree... - J. Kidd 10:13 9/19/2000 (0)
Here's the bottom line- (MORE) - G 09:47 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Arrogant BMW dealers; Lexus, here I come ... - RS in VA 07:55 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: Arrogant BMW dealers; Lexus, here I come ... - Owner To Be 07:45 9/19/2000 (0)
And the bad news is: you now have to drive a Lexus - Chris (more) 07:35 9/19/2000 (1)
- Arrogant dealers get arrogant customers. - rh 14:54 9/19/2000 (0)
same attitude drove me to saab, but i'm back(m).. - Mark 07:26 9/19/2000 (0)
Well.... - Colin 07:06 9/19/2000 (2)
- Hey...change your name please! :) nm - Colin in Belleville, Il 07:44 9/19/2000 (1)
  - Colin's of the world unite! - Colin Erven 09:30 9/19/2000 (0)

any good aftermarket xenon available ? (nt) - Mark 06:44 9/19/2000 (2)

I haven't tried them but here are some for $650 (nt) - paul 09:13 9/19/2000 (0)
Re: any good aftermarket xenon available ? - Jasper 07:32 9/19/2000 (0)

FS: E46 Clear Light Set (Full Set) (more) - marc b 05:44 9/19/2000 (1)

Lower Your Price they are $280.00 New at CircleBMW - Moe Ci 05:51 9/19/2000 (0)

12 Days to BMWCCA Oktoberfest 2000. Are You Going? - Moe Ci 05:4