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BMW 3-series (E46) Forum Archive, 2001 week 11
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.

Can we please get some Sapphire Black pics? Jon? (nt) - J.M. 23:58 3/18/2001 (2)
- Re: Can we please get some Sapphire Black pics? J - BBoy 00:14 3/19/2001 (1)
  - Re: Can we please get some Sapphire Black pics? J - BBoy 00:19 3/19/2001 (0)
Alarm / Key - DevHead 23:54 3/18/2001 (2)
- Does it still unlock the doors? (nt) - Jim in Oregon 00:39 3/19/2001 (1)
  - It does nothing. (nt) - DevHead 10:03 3/19/2001 (0)
330XI vs. S4 - Mal 23:34 3/18/2001 (7)
- Race = S4 ; Day to Day Life = 330xi (nt) - AWD 330 13:23 3/19/2001 (0)
- Fair Matchup - If you add a supercharger! (nt) - Geoff 10:51 3/19/2001 (0)
- XI might have a chance--in a race going backwards. - (eom) hts 09:55 3/19/2001 (0)
- S4 will eat 330 for lunch & have room for snacks! (nt) - SS 09:21 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: 330XI vs. S4 - Adam Roth 02:15 3/19/2001 (0)
- S4 S4 and S4 (nt) - Emission 00:11 3/19/2001 (0)
- Don't even try. Appreciate the BMW for its other - Kempe 23:45 3/18/2001 (0)
328Ci '00 19k miles mint cond. for sale - VA - R o b 23:24 3/18/2001 (0)
Jim in Oregon and other "trackies" ... (url) - JawKnee 23:15 3/18/2001 (5)
- Keep it stock... - Young 02:29 3/19/2001 (0)
- Whoa...those tire pressures seem high... - Young 01:38 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Jim in Oregon and other "trackies" ... - Jim in Oregon 00:33 3/19/2001 (0)
- Tyre pressure... - Akakubi 00:08 3/19/2001 (0)
- I'm going to the track in two weeks. (m) - Emission 23:31 3/18/2001 (0)
What are correct tire sizes for 18" on e46? TIA... (nt) - allenjdbimmer 23:04 3/18/2001 (1)
- Re: What are correct tire sizes for 18" on e46? TI - John UK 330 Cic Sport 01:44 3/19/2001 (0)
Is NAV worth it on the E46? - PG 22:58 3/18/2001 (3)
- Re: My opinion - ConSpec 330i 13:24 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Is NAV worth it on the E46? - CTDrew 07:13 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Is NAV worth it on the E46? (pic) - Jim in Oregon 00:37 3/19/2001 (0)
Who else does not the 330xi SP wheels (nt) - Dave 330xi 22:48 3/18/2001 (2)
- the 330i SP's wheels are much nicer (nt) - PG 22:51 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Agree but I take xi SP wheels over std radials (nt) - Karl G 00:59 3/19/2001 (0)
FS: one BBS RX 17x8 rim (url) (pic) - James 22:43 3/18/2001 (2)
- No flame or anything but is $20 worth the trouble. (pic) - Adam 22:57 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: No flame or anything but is $20 worth the trou - James 23:09 3/18/2001 (0)
Check this out-- A blue "sea" of E46 M3's (url) - Wens 22:41 3/18/2001 (5)
- Kind of a light blue color.... Orient? - AEK 12:03 3/19/2001 (2)
  - This is Laguna Seca blue... - Spoiler 18:11 3/19/2001 (0)
  - Probably saw Topaz or Steel Blue, orient is dark.. (nt) - PPS-325xiT 15:59 3/19/2001 (0)
- wow, maybe they're not that "exclusive" - AYN330Ci 09:37 3/19/2001 (1)
  - Re: wow, maybe they're not that "exclusive" - Paul Thomas 11:26 3/19/2001 (0)
330 xi temperature gauge staying around the blue - Montego 22:30 3/18/2001 (3)
- Re: 330 xi temperature gauge staying around the b - min song 23:14 3/18/2001 (1)
  - GOT MINE REPLACED TOO............ - Caveman325XI 08:24 3/19/2001 (0)
- I havent but its been posted several times(m) - Adam 22:39 3/18/2001 (0)
PIAA bulbs... (url) (pic) - Sergio 22:24 3/18/2001 (5)
- great pics! do you notice a difference w/ CAI? - oliie 02:33 3/19/2001 (1)
  - yup, quite noticeable difference with all 3 mods. - Sergio 12:26 3/19/2001 (0)
- What kind of rims are those? and how much $$$? - Adam 22:27 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Looks like Dinan 3-piece (nt) - Karl G 00:22 3/19/2001 (1)
    - Nope, Hamman MonoblockII (about $500/rim) (url) - Sergio 00:55 3/19/2001 (0)
E46 17X8 WHEEL ON EBAY (url) (nt) - .. 22:23 3/18/2001 (1)
- Link is no good. - martyo 08:03 3/19/2001 (0)
Is Insurance higher on the 330i than the 325i? - ESS 22:18 3/18/2001 (7)
- I would guess so, I do know that the Coupe is a - lot higher than Sedan, David 10:20 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Is Insurance higher on the 330i than the 325i? - ESS 07:20 3/19/2001 (1)
  - Yes b/c horsepower to weight ratio.... - (eom) 08:57 3/19/2001 (0)
- Wagons definitely lower here... - PPS-325xiT 00:52 3/19/2001 (0)
- wagon is cheapest - 330xi 22:23 3/18/2001 (2)
  - My 323iT SPP manual listed at $37,200 (m) - John 12:48 3/19/2001 (0)
  - Good point. - Adam 22:24 3/18/2001 (0)
Got a dent above driver's door handle!!HELP!! - Eugene 22:06 3/18/2001 (5)
- Paintless Repair - Okie325i 12:10 3/19/2001 (0)
- dentwizard.com, dentpro.com, dentdoctor.com (url) - AZEntropy 07:41 3/19/2001 (0)
- get it pulled out - sdfjsdlfj 22:59 3/18/2001 (0)
- Dent wizard. Paintless dent removal. ( $100.00)nm - Todd 22:18 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: Dent wizard. Paintless dent removal. ( $100.00 - Eugene 22:23 3/18/2001 (0)
CAI or Short Shift kit? - Slickyboy 22:04 3/18/2001 (6)
- Just a though, could probably get both a intake - and short shift kit (More), David 10:25 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: CAI or Short Shift kit? - Jim in Oregon 00:56 3/19/2001 (1)
  - Sorry for the double post...too much coffee (nt) - Jim in Oregon 00:57 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: CAI or Short Shift kit? - Jim in Oregon 00:56 3/19/2001 (0)
- UUC sways or RD sways worth some consideration! - JawKnee 22:26 3/18/2001 (0)
- CAI & ECU upgrade all the way! - Sergio 22:24 3/18/2001 (0)
Is a 5 spd. 330i $6000 better than a 5 spd. 325i? - Pete 21:47 3/18/2001 (26)
- YES, but only for $4000.........nt - AWD 330 13:27 3/19/2001 (0)
- Wanted a 330ci; couldn't justify the cost delta - smalloy 11:41 3/19/2001 (0)
- It's your call, for me it was not, here is what I - think (More), David 11:06 3/19/2001 (1)
  - I'm getting a 330, but I agree about the wheels (nt) - SS 12:36 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Is a 5 spd. 330i $6000 better than a 5 spd. 32 - Pete 00:28 3/19/2001 (3)
  - I did, and ended up with a 5-spd 330i SP. IMHO, (nt) - YMMV, yadda yadda......rg 07:44 3/19/2001 (0)
  - wouldn't it be better if you just go to the dealer - HW 00:56 3/19/2001 (1)
    - Re: wouldn't it be better if you just go to the de - Pete 01:01 3/19/2001 (0)
- Yes if you love HP, speed and high revs. (nt) - Brett330i 22:47 3/18/2001 (1)
  - If you love high REVs, go for ITR or S2K :-) (nt) - HW 00:25 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Is a 5 spd. 330i $6000 better than a 5 spd. 32 - GS 22:13 3/18/2001 (0)
- Before the 330i, I would've bought a 323/325, but - the 330i's worth it to me. (eom) hts 22:07 3/18/2001 (5)
  - I thought you wanted an Aztec or WRX?!!! (nt) - SS 12:38 3/19/2001 (4)
    - Oh yeah, I forgot. What about Mitsu's Lancer? - ;-) (eom) hts 12:52 3/19/2001 (3)
      - Better yet, get a Gremlin! (nt) - SS 12:53 3/19/2001 (2)
        
        Bling, bling, Gremlins are fly. - ;-) (eom) hts 13:04 3/19/2001 (1)
        
        LOL!!! (nt) - SS 13:05 3/19/2001 (0)
- Yes. A 328i was NOT 6K better than a 323i...(M) - Kman 21:51 3/18/2001 (7)
  - It's cheaper to rebadge - Dave 330i 5spd SP 22:01 3/18/2001 (6)
    - Dave, if you're in the mood for a dumb technical - Kempe 22:07 3/18/2001 (5)
      - Re: Dave, if you're in the mood for a dumb technic - Dave 330i 5spd SP 22:20 3/18/2001 (4)
        
        ROTFLOL at myself. Not the damn windshield wipers, - Kempe 22:26 3/18/2001 (3)
        
        I didnt want to say youre an idot....I dont have - hdlight washers. Dave 330i 5spd SP 22:28 3/18/2001 (2)
        
        Well,I guess no one is going to pick up the thread (nt) - Kempe 23:02 3/18/2001 (0)
        
        I won't hold that against you, you're the engineer - Kempe 22:33 3/18/2001 (0)
- If you thought the 325 was enough, no. (nt) - Kempe 21:49 3/18/2001 (0)
FS: set of 17" sp pack 7 star wheels/tires! - momo_MN 21:43 3/18/2001 (1)
- could you give more details?? - please 09:27 3/19/2001 (0)
anyone here goto Miami Subs in houston? (nt) - roozy 21:35 3/18/2001 (4)
- Work close by, Eat across the street at Ninfas nt - martyo 08:06 3/19/2001 (0)
- Is this some kind of secret code talk? (nt) - Kempe 22:12 3/18/2001 (0)
- No but there is a place here called Miami Subs(M) - Adam 22:01 3/18/2001 (1)
  - well here it's a place where all sorts of cars - hang out on wk nights. 22:12 3/18/2001 (0)
Took off my snow tires and put back on the M - Rob 330ci 21:20 3/18/2001 (0)
CD changer install - Joe 21:18 3/18/2001 (1)
- Re: CD changer install - Deemo 21:52 3/18/2001 (0)
Pics of Black Coupe with Clears??? Anyone? - Wens 21:04 3/18/2001 (0)
Question - Adam 21:02 3/18/2001 (1)
- ask for your vehicle production report - eugeneDC 21:06 3/18/2001 (0)
burning oil? Question for everyone!!! - dan 20:35 3/18/2001 (2)
- It's the 330's that's burning excessive oil(m) - FSB 20:38 3/18/2001 (1)
  - "Normal" consumption - David325Ci 20:47 3/18/2001 (0)
Performance upgrades for 330 ci? - mauricio 20:33 3/18/2001 (1)
- Some parts are already available (url) (nt) - 1stDinan330i 21:34 3/18/2001 (0)
When can I get production # & week for May allocat - ion car? 20:14 3/18/2001 (1)
- Re: When can I get production # & week for May - Fred Meloan 05:57 3/19/2001 (0)
Maximum on lease down payment? - Shahak 20:07 3/18/2001 (17)
- Why not just purchase at that point? Advantage - Jay 11:15 3/19/2001 (1)
  - Agree (nt) - SS 12:47 3/19/2001 (0)
- YOU WOULD BE A FOOL, to do such a dumb thing - (More), David 10:33 3/19/2001 (9)
  - Not correct (m) - John 12:57 3/19/2001 (2)
    - But there is a difference between Down Payment - and Security Deposit, David 13:37 3/19/2001 (1)
      - I'm a CPA (m) - John 13:28 3/20/2001 (0)
  - I think you've been sweet-talked by a car salesman - Richard in NY 12:51 3/19/2001 (3)
    - Dude, you have car insurance don't you (more) - , David 13:45 3/19/2001 (1)
      - Not to beat this horse to death, but - Richard in NY 23:48 3/19/2001 (0)
    - I think you're helping him prove his point (nt) - SS 13:22 3/19/2001 (0)
  - Isn't that what GAP insurance covers? (nt) - Cush325Ci 10:57 3/19/2001 (1)
    - Nope, goto www.gapcontracts.com (More) - , David 11:34 3/19/2001 (0)
- You are on the right track, but ... (long) - Richard in NY 06:28 3/19/2001 (0)
- I like the thought process here - Darin Lewis 03:23 3/19/2001 (0)
- Good Question! - Jon Shafer 22:01 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Re: Good Question! - Shahak 06:50 3/19/2001 (1)
    - Re: Good Question! - Richard in NY 08:16 3/19/2001 (0)
Week 11? - demtem 20:03 3/18/2001 (3)
- Re: Week 11? - boomer 20:18 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Re: Week 11? - DiGa325CiLI_NY 21:47 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Re: Week 11? - demtem 19:11 3/19/2001 (0)
Bimmer or beamer? - SSM 19:59 3/18/2001 (1)
- Re: Bimmer or beamer? - djm 20:03 3/18/2001 (0)
Track day at PIR pics and comments. (url) (pic) - Akakubi 19:56 3/18/2001 (17)
- any coming to/near houston, tx? - boop 12:26 3/19/2001 (0)
- how did you do against the other cars?? (pic) - GymTowel 23:34 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Re: how did you do against the other cars?? - Jim in Oregon 00:48 3/19/2001 (0)
  - Re: how did you do against the other cars?? - Akakubi 23:59 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Track day at PIR pics and comments. - Jim in Oregon 22:48 3/18/2001 (3)
  - Damn...I'm ready to drive out there for the next 1 - Tim in Mn 00:52 3/19/2001 (1)
    - Bimmers had the dirtiest wheels among all. :) (nt) - Akakubi 00:56 3/19/2001 (0)
  - yep, you won't regret it. (nt) - Akakubi 23:08 3/18/2001 (0)
- Pretty certain that I'll be down at PIR for (pic) - JawKnee 21:44 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Re: Pretty certain that I'll be down at PIR for - Akakubi 22:00 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Pretty certain we'll be there on the 30th too! .. - JawKnee 22:27 3/18/2001 (0)
- Kick ASS! Can't wait until the next BMWCCA even(m) - FSB 20:57 3/18/2001 (2)
  - You'll totally love it Dan! My next one is 30th. (nt) - Akakubi 20:59 3/18/2001 (1)
    - So I'll see you at Buttonwillow? - Sergio 01:00 3/19/2001 (0)
- Thanks, Great Post! (nt) - hooli 20:45 3/18/2001 (0)
- Thanks for the inspiration!!! - Marko 20:25 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: Thanks for the inspiration!!! - Akakubi 20:37 3/18/2001 (0)
Shipping for South African 325i's - new325i 19:53 3/18/2001 (2)
- Re: Shipping for South African 325i's - Joe 20:09 3/18/2001 (0)
- that post might be the only reason to want (m) - eugeneDC 20:06 3/18/2001 (0)
Sopranos less than 10 minutes....time 4 popcorn (nt) - Joe S. 19:50 3/18/2001 (4)
- italian gang show doesn't amuse me - Ellis island man 23:33 3/18/2001 (1)
  - U sound like Dr. Melfi's husband! (nt) - WannaBimmer 13:28 3/19/2001 (0)
- Not in Canada - don't rub it in! e - Deemo 19:52 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Canada? It's on HBO... (nt) - bb 09:05 3/19/2001 (0)
Have 1500 to invest for more horsepower!!!! - bimmer boston,ma 19:45 3/18/2001 (5)
- Intake Exhaust Combo... - Sean@ECIS 14:02 3/19/2001 (0)
- For about $1200, ECIS Intake, AA Exhaust, Dinan - Stg. 2, 20HP or so (More), David 10:41 3/19/2001 (0)
- Get all the bolt ons you want plus NOS - Popa 03:49 3/19/2001 (0)
- Don't make the mistake of wasting the 1500$... - Kman 21:55 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Have 1500 to invest for more horsepower!!!! - Deemo 19:53 3/18/2001 (0)
Will 225/45 tire fit in spare well in trunk? - Deemo 19:45 3/18/2001 (2)
- 17" wheels use 225/45's. You'll be fine. (nt) - FSB 20:59 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Thanks FSB. - Deemo 21:42 3/18/2001 (0)
Oh My, look at this garage. ;) - 325CiGirl 19:39 3/18/2001 (1)
- I see what u mean.....it's missing a Z (-" - Joe S. 19:49 3/18/2001 (0)
Help: Respray or not - Oz325ci 19:38 3/18/2001 (0)
Spare tire use - chops 19:37 3/18/2001 (1)
- Should be fine if used as a "spare" in the rear - JawKnee 21:46 3/18/2001 (0)
What to do about scratched finish? - Rob 19:24 3/18/2001 (3)
- Have you got to a detailer? Some may wet sand or - do a light compund. (e) Worth a shot. 19:46 3/18/2001 (0)
- Only one thing to do. Live with it. - Lazlo 19:42 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Disagree !! go to carcareonline.com for tips !! - Juan330Ci 09:18 3/19/2001 (0)
Master Key Problems - Ricepot 19:13 3/18/2001 (3)
- When I park outside a particular Noodle Bar - None of My Buttons work. Invictus325ci 02:08 3/19/2001 (1)
  - What the hells a Noodle Bar - ConSpec 330i 13:44 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Master Key Problems - DevHead 22:33 3/18/2001 (0)
what's the average time frame of ordering a BMW? - BimmerGuy 8 19:08 3/18/2001 (2)
- Ordered mine week 11 on 3/12 and.... - Joe S. 19:44 3/18/2001 (0)
- Just ordered 325Ci on Friday...2 Months! AHHHH! - Adam 19:15 3/18/2001 (0)
Wanna hear something funny 3 series owners? - Your Daddy 18:43 3/18/2001 (14)
- is300 = corolla on steroids. with a kit . - JACOB NJ 00:10 3/19/2001 (2)
  - JACOB NJ = Easily manipulated... - The Obvious 03:11 3/19/2001 (1)
    - and you are EASILY OFFENDED (m) - JACOB NJ 07:35 3/19/2001 (0)
- I thought it was TOYOTA owns Lexus?! - Bimmer Tech 23:56 3/18/2001 (0)
- U got it wrong. We own your mother. (nt) - Brett330i 22:46 3/18/2001 (0)
- jealousy..... - racer 22:31 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Wanna hear something funny 3 series owners? - 325 Ci 21:49 3/18/2001 (0)
- trolls these days are so unimaginative. now in my - day... :) (eom) DS 20:55 3/18/2001 (0)
- I say you can't afford an IS or 3-series... - The Obvious 20:02 3/18/2001 (0)
- Sub-par flamebait. (nt) - The Obvious 19:50 3/18/2001 (1)
  - It's interesting... - The Obvious 19:55 3/18/2001 (0)
- Saw one today and had to laugh... - Deemo 19:50 3/18/2001 (0)
- For the record, the cheapest 3-Series, the 325 - w/stick outruns IS300, David 19:27 3/18/2001 (0)
- Flame. (nt) - Emission 18:44 3/18/2001 (0)
Has anyone seen Consumer Reports April edition? - EyesOnly 18:26 3/18/2001 (4)
- Have April Issue - DG2 20:31 3/18/2001 (0)
- Haven't seen it, but CR likes BMW a lot - Steve325xi 18:30 3/18/2001 (2)
  - I read it at the store, 3 series is best - Steel Blue Wk 14 Bob 330i 19:05 3/18/2001 (1)
    - One of those, huh, all read and no buy! - j/k Paul 03:29 3/20/2001 (0)
What do you guys think of the BBS LM for the M3? (pic) - Sam 18:15 3/18/2001 (0)
Is it possible to install aftermarket xenons, (nt) - if u didnt order them? - Adam 17:55 3/18/2001 (6)
- Bekkers OEM replacement. Retrofits suck! . - I wasted my money on Philips crap. 21:56 3/18/2001 (0)
- Bekkers.com sells the entire Xenon/Projector Kit - Tquach 18:06 3/18/2001 (1)
  - All i do is pop them into place?? (M) - Adam 18:18 3/18/2001 (0)
- yeah, go to www.autolamps-online.com (url) (nt) - 1stDinan330i 17:59 3/18/2001 (0)
- Oh yeah, and how much $$$? - Adam 17:56 3/18/2001 (1)
  - $400-$500, I think (nt) - 1stDinan330i 18:04 3/18/2001 (0)
First 1000 miles on 330xi-impressions - Alan 17:49 3/18/2001 (2)
- 10-4, what's most important is that it fits your - Kempe 21:09 3/18/2001 (1)
  - H&R Sport Springs 330xi SPECIFIC =) (nt) - Karl G 22:50 3/18/2001 (0)
Ouch, 1st Speeding ticket w\ 325Ci - Drew 17:46 3/18/2001 (3)
- about the price of a valentine1?? (nt) - 1stDinan330i 17:59 3/18/2001 (2)
  - HOw much is Valn? Where could I buy? - RO 330i 21:14 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Re: HOw much is Valn? Where could I buy? (url) - 1stDinan330i 21:36 3/18/2001 (0)
Ne1 have pics of non-sp 325ci. thanks!! (nt) - Adam 17:39 3/18/2001 (0)
Question for John or Fred - shades80 17:38 3/18/2001 (2)
- It all started back with the horse traders... - Jon Shafer 17:51 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Watching too many Saturn Commercials Jon?? - Evan...(nt) 19:28 3/18/2001 (0)
TD--Drove the 540 Sport today - JST 17:06 3/18/2001 (1)
- The one fact remains unchanged (M) - TD 18:50 3/18/2001 (0)
Reliability issues - any high mileage 1999 E46's? - JJ 17:03 3/18/2001 (6)
- 26k miles on '00 323i - Domino 12:34 3/19/2001 (0)
- '99 328i with 81k miles thus far - Jack 08:05 3/19/2001 (0)
- 51k miles here.. - ky 00:06 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Reliability issues - any high mileage 1999 E46 - small 323i 20:02 3/18/2001 (0)
- 30K miles on '99 E46 328i - Alan 18:55 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Your '99 328i is more reliable than my '00 323i - nobody 19:35 3/18/2001 (0)
Anyone trade in/sell a 2000 323Ci lately? (more) - Wens 16:47 3/18/2001 (0)
GT=Gran Turismo or Grand Touring but it sounds (m) - Magna 16:27 3/18/2001 (3)
- The Grand Tour... - The Obvious 17:29 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Thanks, this answers my question! - Magna 17:50 3/18/2001 (0)
- depends on where you're from - HW 17:26 3/18/2001 (0)
Motorola car phone for sale - matt 16:19 3/18/2001 (0)
navigation system? - Rick 16:15 3/18/2001 (2)
- I wouldn't mind if it improved, but I'll take it. - MoonBeam 22:47 3/18/2001 (0)
- I believe that only 5 and 7 series will be getting - larger screens. (eom) DS 17:10 3/18/2001 (0)
Anyone know %of 3 series sold with auto vs manual (nt) - Robert in Seattle 15:47 3/18/2001 (15)
- Road and Track listed cars w/ % manual recently, - E46 was 40% manual (e) Chris 18:59 3/18/2001 (0)
- It's about 50/50 for US, in Europe probably - 90/10 manuals if I were to guess, David 17:31 3/18/2001 (0)
- BMW expects 50% manual in US, according to attache - d article from 2000 - LeeB 17:15 3/18/2001 (7)
  - Definitely *not* in the western region... (more) - Jon Shafer 17:22 3/18/2001 (6)
    - Re: Definitely *not* in the western region... (mor - until you drive the Z - LeeB 08:51 3/19/2001 (0)
    - A local dealer has a 911 Turbo, guest what, it's a (nt) - Tip. Only in LA? Dave 330i 5spd SP 21:57 3/18/2001 (0)
    - That's because you CA people are too laid back, it - is close to 50/50, David 17:33 3/18/2001 (3)
      - Laid back CA and steppin on da gas. 5sp man. here - and hit 100mph every time out.Brett330i 22:53 3/18/2001 (0)
      - need a free hand to shoot with, duh (nt) - calidriver 17:52 3/18/2001 (1)
        
        That's funny! - TMG1 18:56 3/18/2001 (0)
- In the US, about 75-80% step. dealer do not have - manuals on lot Dave 330i 5spd SP 16:29 3/18/2001 (3)
  - VA dealers have manuals on lots...(nt) (nt) - GS 22:20 3/18/2001 (0)
  - It's easier to abuse a stick than step - nobody 19:37 3/18/2001 (0)
  - about 50 % acording to either car&dirver /road& t - Jay Gans 528 5sp 16:46 3/18/2001 (0)
- it was posted a month or so ago. More Step if I - remember correctly. frank325i 16:03 3/18/2001 (0)
steering enhancement - Brian 15:38 3/18/2001 (2)
- Its been like that with the 325 and 330 - Adam 16:16 3/18/2001 (0)
- Its been like that with the 325 and 330 - Adam 16:16 3/18/2001 (0)
BIzarre Climate Control - NE one Else? - INkJet_325xi - Ticked ! 15:23 3/18/2001 (3)
- Re: BIzarre Climate Control - NE one Else? - SC 01:12 3/19/2001 (0)
- I have seen some stange problems. - 325i 01 17:53 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: I have seen some stange problems. - INkJet_325xi 20:26 3/18/2001 (0)
VDO gauges (m) - JB 15:17 3/18/2001 (5)
- BMP has gauge sets (nt) - M5 - Wanabee 22:03 3/18/2001 (0)
- TD & Others... - JB 15:47 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Email JonM @ LeatherZ(m) - FSB 20:46 3/18/2001 (0)
- Go to LeatherZ.com (e) - TD 15:21 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Good One! Thanx TD (nt) - JB 15:24 3/18/2001 (0)
Lemon Law!! - Shane Montgomery 15:07 3/18/2001 (2)
- Re: Lemon Law!! - SS 15:48 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Lemon Law!! - Robert in Seattle 15:44 3/18/2001 (0)
Any pics or info on manual rear sunshade? - Gene 14:57 3/18/2001 (5)
- Re: Any pics or info on manual rear sunshade? - rob 16:50 3/18/2001 (0)
- I think there's a video on e46fanatics FAQ (nt) - 1stDinan330i 15:31 3/18/2001 (3)
  - Thanks, but I am looking for info on manual shade - (nt) - Gene 16:20 3/18/2001 (2)
    - I thought I read somewhere that they look the same (nt) - 1stDinan330i 21:38 3/18/2001 (0)
    - I thought I read somewhere that it looks identical (nt) - 1stDinan330i 21:37 3/18/2001 (0)
Universal Transmitter - Greg 14:50 3/18/2001 (3)
- Re: Universal Transmitter - karl 15:46 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Universal Transmitter - karl 15:41 3/18/2001 (0)
- Programming instructions here... (url) (nt) - PPS-325xiT 15:35 3/18/2001 (0)
FSB's wife slept with me because I have an M3 (nt) - Screw my husband, he only has a 3series! 14:38 3/18/2001 (4)
- Yeah, word on the street is that she's a real slut - . 15:26 3/18/2001 (0)
- Alright Alan/Charlie, time to ban this guy. (e) - TD 15:19 3/18/2001 (2)
  - I couldn't agree more. (nt) - Tim 330Cic 20:04 3/18/2001 (0)
  - AGREE 100%! Totally not funny and uncool! (nt) - hooli 19:47 3/18/2001 (0)
Leasing Questions in Southern CA - Shinobi 14:21 3/18/2001 (1)
- Re: Leasing Questions in Southern CA - Jon Shafer 17:58 3/18/2001 (0)
Help...Removing turn lights...How? - ... Pancho 14:19 3/18/2001 (2)
- Did you look at BMW330Ci.com? (m) - JB 15:12 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Yeah, I got it. Is funny how this car is built... - ... Pancho 15:54 3/18/2001 (0)
VIN info - RL 14:14 3/18/2001 (0)
Khoi N - Another question about your spoiler - Nick 14:08 3/18/2001 (1)
- The dealership painted for me. The color matched - Khoi Nguyen 16:38 3/18/2001 (0)
PP Price Drop for 325ci week 10 - PJS 14:06 3/18/2001 (4)
- Prices remain the same for the PP (nt) - Kun Park 15:55 3/18/2001 (3)
  - Re: Prices remain the same for the PP - PJS 16:54 3/18/2001 (2)
    - My Theory (m) - Kun Park 17:09 3/18/2001 (1)
      - Re: My Theory (m) - PJS 17:20 3/18/2001 (0)
hit! Insurance or don't bother? - oneformula 13:59 3/18/2001 (3)
- I got hit back in December. Slight scratches... - LMC 15:43 3/18/2001 (0)
- Estimate. nt - ... Pancho 14:30 3/18/2001 (0)
- Go to dealer shop for an estimamate. - ... Pancho 14:29 3/18/2001 (0)
any week 12ers? - roozy 13:36 3/18/2001 (1)
- Re: any week 12ers? - tjb6 19:33 3/18/2001 (0)
What the heck? How long are tires expected to last - on BMW's? - Domino 13:15 3/18/2001 (11)
- Re: What the heck? How long are tires expected to - Dave 12:55 3/19/2001 (0)
- I've never gotten 25K miles on a set of tires . . - Carnac 18:26 3/18/2001 (2)
  - I had a Millenia S that I wore out the front tires - in less than 11,000 miles(nt)Alan F 20:16 3/18/2001 (0)
  - You must have sport tires... - Domino 18:32 3/18/2001 (0)
- Heck, I'd be happy with 25K out of sport tires - on avg., 22K-25K, (More), David 17:38 3/18/2001 (0)
- IF your tires were covered..... - DG2 15:25 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: What the heck? How long are tires expected to - Jack 14:33 3/18/2001 (0)
- Feel/look for the wear bars between the tread - surfaces.(m) DanO 14:18 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Yeah, pretty darn close... - Domino 18:33 3/18/2001 (0)
- If those tires are the regular all-seasons.. - JK 13:27 3/18/2001 (1)
  - They're regular all-season tires 15" - on BMW's? - Domino 18:29 3/18/2001 (0)
Garmin Streetpilot III--what do you guys think... - JK 13:15 3/18/2001 (2)
- Definetely beats the built in system - Dan 15:57 3/19/2001 (0)
- Don't bet on Garmin prices coming down soon! - Steve325xi 18:34 3/18/2001 (0)
Will my 2000 323Ci get me 20,000+ in Summer 2002? - Mark M 13:12 3/18/2001 (1)
- It should.. quite easily.. - JeremyR 09:47 3/19/2001 (0)
Win a BMW Z3 ROADSTER or $25000 ! (url) - Affordable Housing Concepts, Inc. 13:01 3/18/2001 (0)
UDE returns to the Washington, DC area - Fred Meloan 12:57 3/18/2001 (4)
- Cool Fred--thanks for the early warning! - (eom) hts 16:20 3/18/2001 (0)
- Is this info posted anywhere public... - MikeW 16:12 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: UDE returns to the Washington, DC area - INkJet_325xi 15:50 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: UDE returns to the Washington, DC area - Fred Meloan 16:58 3/18/2001 (0)
Will the 3 Series have new look for 2002? (nt) - Dan 12:55 3/18/2001 (1)
- Yes. Main change is the headlights. - SSM 15:44 3/18/2001 (0)
How do you install shift knob? - Element5 12:29 3/18/2001 (2)
- Thanks Rob 330ci - Element5 00:02 3/19/2001 (0)
- It yanks right out. Put car in park (of course) (pic) - Rob 330ci 21:18 3/18/2001 (0)
Inspection 1 - Dean 12:14 3/18/2001 (7)
- Re: Inspection 1 - Fred Meloan 12:48 3/18/2001 (2)
  - but does BMW pay for Inspection I if - HW 14:25 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Re: but does BMW pay for Inspection I if - Fred Meloan 06:02 3/19/2001 (0)
- Re: Inspection 1 - Derek Y 12:41 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Oil change is annual or 15k miles, whichever - comes first. nt Paul 04:19 3/20/2001 (0)
  - Re: Inspection 1 - FB 14:40 3/18/2001 (0)
- My understanding - smalloy 12:38 3/18/2001 (0)
Changing Order - JC 12:02 3/18/2001 (3)
- Re: Changing Order - Homey 16:06 3/18/2001 (0)
- most likely your gonna have to wait!! Depends on - specs!! frank325i 13:56 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Thanks a lot, I'll see what I can do - JC 15:41 3/18/2001 (0)
Why is a 3-series not a sports car? - Mark M 11:59 3/18/2001 (9)
- Because 2001 model drives like a Buick - Flame Away 11:23 3/19/2001 (0)
- The traditional definition... - The Obvious 17:44 3/18/2001 (0)
- Too many accomodations to practicality... - MikeW 16:17 3/18/2001 (0)
- Most people associate a sports car with two seats. - Dave 330i 5spd SP 12:58 3/18/2001 (1)
  - What about a stretch 911 or S2000? A HA! (nt) - Mark M 13:13 3/18/2001 (0)
- M3 not sports car either...it's a GT... - lk 12:38 3/18/2001 (1)
  - what about M5? 400hp.... (nt) - Brian 330ci 13:13 3/19/2001 (0)
- sports car \ne sports sedan - nobody 12:24 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Why is a 3-series not a sports car? - carl 12:23 3/18/2001 (0)
Is BMW-CCA membership/magazine worthwhile for $35? (nt) - Suz 11:51 3/18/2001 (7)
- Yes. (nt) - Mike A 13:05 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Is BMW-CCA membership/magazine worthwhile for - carl 12:25 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Of course Roundel is biased. It's a car club, not - fuselier 18:30 3/18/2001 (0)
- Information and discounts on parts, accessories (nt) - Kempe 12:01 3/18/2001 (0)
- yes. Great mag, and rebate on your next BMW (m) - fuselier 11:57 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Do you have to stay a member for 1 yr for rebate? - Hakan. 12:06 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Re: Do you have to stay a member for 1 yr for reba - WesBH 12:57 3/18/2001 (0)
Car wash?? - Homey 11:47 3/18/2001 (6)
- Six months of car washes, no problems - Steve325xi 18:37 3/18/2001 (0)
- I've taken mine to the carwash, the only bad - Alan F 16:32 3/18/2001 (2)
  - You inspect the INNER side of your rims? You - fuselier 18:33 3/18/2001 (1)
    - LOL . . . You know it's funny you say that (m) - Alan F 19:04 3/18/2001 (0)
- Don't do it...find a good touchless car wash - Joe S. 15:51 3/18/2001 (0)
- I'd be more worried about the guys who dry it - scratching your paint. (e) TD 11:48 3/18/2001 (0)
FS: 2000 328Ci with under 12,000 miles - Ryan 11:35 3/18/2001 (3)
- Why would ruin your car by putting a bra on it? - Jim Weinstein 19:08 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Get a life! - Deemo 20:01 3/18/2001 (0)
- Also its a manual transmission - Ryan 11:35 3/18/2001 (0)
Suspension...(sports vs. standard) - Dan 330xi 11:24 3/18/2001 (4)
- If you want a good handling AWD sedan (M) - TD 11:29 3/18/2001 (3)
  - Audi makes junk. Period. - Steve325xi 18:38 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Thanks for the in-depth analysis (M) - TD 18:55 3/18/2001 (0)
  - So you finally got your Car & Driver ; ) (nt) - Alan F 16:34 3/18/2001 (0)
FOR SALE - 2001 330Ci only 2K miles - Anthony 330Ci 11:16 3/18/2001 (0)
325 vs 330 Fog lights - LanceLVN 11:11 3/18/2001 (4)
- See pics (M) (url) - TD 11:23 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Re: See pics (M) - LanceLVN 13:17 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Look for posts from... (M) - TD 13:22 3/18/2001 (0)
- i guess you just got what you want =) (nt) - CG 11:21 3/18/2001 (0)
POST-ORDER QUESTION - Michael Murphy 11:05 3/18/2001 (3)
- Wife took delivery of same color/int. - gorgeous! (nt) - smalloy 12:36 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: POST-ORDER QUESTION - Homey 11:24 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: POST-ORDER QUESTION - Michael Murphy 12:37 3/18/2001 (0)
Pics of ProClipinstalled with cell on it? Please?! (nt) - Ti-Silver 325xiA 10:58 3/18/2001 (0)
Canadian Invoice and MSRP price for 325ci? - Dan 10:43 3/18/2001 (4)
- Base Cost for 325CI = $37220 CDN (9.9% Markup) (nt) - JP in TO 19:13 3/18/2001 (0)
- invoice * 1.1 = mrsp, mrsp on www.bmw.ca - nobody 12:26 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Canadian Invoice and MSRP price for 325ci? - 330ttawa 11:58 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: Canadian Invoice and MSRP price for 325ci? - Dan 12:27 3/18/2001 (0)
And the decision is....... - PWS 10:26 3/18/2001 (0)
330i sedan w/ SP front license plate - PG 10:25 3/18/2001 (3)
- Had the exact same concern....(m) - Marcus330i 11:01 3/18/2001 (2)
  - Part #? - smalloy 12:28 3/18/2001 (1)
    - I'm pretty sure it's listed in the e46fanatics FAQ (nt) - 1stDinan330i 14:12 3/18/2001 (0)
Premium package drop by $500 on 325ci conv? (nt) - Auto Climate Standard now? Hakan. True? 10:18 3/18/2001 (1)
- True. True. (nt) - RL 13:43 3/18/2001 (0)
Exhaust sound on 325 - JK 10:07 3/18/2001 (2)
- Has nice growl : ) - Steve325xi 18:45 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Exhaust sound on 325 - Kevin J 11:11 3/18/2001 (0)
Info contained within a VIN # - Joe 09:57 3/18/2001 (1)
- Nevermind, I found it..here it is for anyone else. - Joe 09:59 3/18/2001 (0)
What milage should service "Inspection 1" occur? - Clifton 09:42 3/18/2001 (1)
- Oil changes at 15k, Inspection I/II at 30k - intervals. nt Paul 04:22 3/20/2001 (0)
Please, help. Made a big mistake in my order. - JC 09:37 3/18/2001 (2)
- just tell them..it's your money, get what u want!! - lk 12:39 3/18/2001 (0)
- I'd say depends on dealer (More) - , David 09:50 3/18/2001 (0)
Front License Plate 325ci Mounting - PJS 08:53 3/18/2001 (6)
- I bought mine in PA, just tell them not to do it - , David 10:01 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: Front License Plate 325ci Mounting - Kev@E46Fanatics.com 09:35 3/18/2001 (3)
  - Re: Front License Plate 325ci Mounting - PJS 14:02 3/18/2001 (0)
  - Re: Front License Plate 325ci Mounting - PJS 14:01 3/18/2001 (1)
    - ??? (nt) - Kev@E46Fanatics.com 20:21 3/18/2001 (0)
- yeah, on ci's they drill two holes..... sucks... (nt) - jake 09:11 3/18/2001 (0)
CAN EVERYONE POST PICS OF E46 W/AFTERMARKET WHEELS - BILL MILLER 08:25 3/18/2001 (10)
- BMW wheel catalog (url) - dl 13:17 3/18/2001 (0)
- my 330i with non-stock BMW wheels (url) (nt) - dl 13:07 3/18/2001 (0)
- I have 19" Hartges with H&R Coilover springs (url) (pic) - Khoi Nguyen 11:01 3/18/2001 (6)
  - Man that looks great! Nice ride (pic) - Sticky 17:52 3/18/2001 (0)
  - ??????? - BMW 15:09 3/18/2001 (2)
    - those are so big it looks ugly and tacky - Jeremy 15:25 3/18/2001 (1)
      - Thanks for the compliment.... - Khoi Nguyen 16:47 3/18/2001 (0)
  - tint - Brian 11:06 3/18/2001 (1)
    - Aftermarket - 1 ply in front, 2 ply in back paid.. - Khoi Nguyen 16:48 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: CAN EVERYONE POST PICS OF E46 W/AFTERMARKET WH (url) - Kev@E46Fanatics.com 09:24 3/18/2001 (0)
CD Changer $$$$ - Brad 08:25 3/18/2001 (4)
- Thanks for responses. Very helpful. - Brad 15:36 3/19/2001 (0)
- $675 is fine. I paid $660. Some pay over $800. - Frankie 11:26 3/19/2001 (0)
- $675 for dealer install pretty good (nt) - Cush325Ci 19:56 3/18/2001 (0)
- Re: CD Changer $$$$ - Homey 11:20 3/18/2001 (0)
Is the "by-out price" (from a lease) negotiable ? - Tom 08:14 3/18/2001 (2)
- It is usually only negotiable if the car has lost - Kempe 12:06 3/18/2001 (0)
- I've experienced both negotiable & non-neg, - Alan F 08:18 3/18/2001 (0)
does anyone NOT like their short shift kit? - tankertoad 05:51 3/18/2001 (5)
- Mine a bit notchy, but better than the long throw! - RGO 07:49 3/18/2001 (4)
  - what do you do at Ramstein? - tankertoad 12:25 3/18/2001 (3)
    - Maintenance for Air Force News Agency..... - RGO 00:44 3/19/2001 (0)
    - that's an Air Force base...you can tell by his - ///M3PIRAT 13:03 3/18/2001 (1)
      - Yes, it is-just got here from So Cal; BIG change! - RGO 00:46 3/19/2001 (0)
How can one expect somone a BMW driver to drive - al 05:24 3/18/2001 (2)
- Speed limit is a suggested speed for shity cars (nt) - Brett330i 22:41 3/19/2001 (0)
- Do like we do here...carry cash.....>> - RGO 07:48 3/18/2001 (0)
Shame on BMW! - Marko Bede 330 Ci 04:42 3/18/2001 (2)
- 328ci not made in 1998. Do you mean... - LMC 12:14 3/18/2001 (1)
  - Re: 328ci not made in 1998. Do you mean... - Marko Bede 330 Ci 12:21 3/18/2001 (0)
How many horses does an E36 M3 have? (nt) - (nt) DS 03:36 3/18/2001 (12)
- I've read that performance is not that much - different between Euro and US models (m) 07:44 3/18/2001 (1)
  - US M3 has shorter gearing. - Rick B 08:43 3/18/2001 (0)
- u.s. spec 240hp (nt) - jake 03:40 3/18/2001 (9)
  - 330i has 225, so why is the M3 that much faster? - (eom) DS 03:42 3/18/2001 (8)
    - I have had bot h - E36 M3 not much faster - BLK330i/X5 09:47 3/19/2001 (1)
      - Yeah, only .7 sec difference to 60! LOL!!!! - Mack 12:53 3/19/2001 (0)
    - Re: 330i has 225, so why is the M3 that much faste - jake 03:46 3/18/2001 (5)
      - Many reasons (m) - Mack 21:07 3/18/2001 (0)
      - Handling and suspension a given but brakes? - Rick B 04:32 3/18/2001 (2)
        
        Better calipers, pads, etc. (nt) - Mystikal in TO 10:21 3/18/2001 (0)
        
        but brakes? its all about the heat.... - jake 04:53 3/18/2001 (0)