500 mile review (almost 2 weeks)

[teagueAMX]

Originally Posted by Z4-Archon

Transmission: The 7 speed DCT is different to drive with, I am still getting used to it.

Have you shifted manually very often and if so, do you use the steering wheel levers of the console control? I read in one review the console mounted gear selector can be a bit tricky with the multifunction buttons, and takes some getting used to.

Did you buy yours pre-configured off the lot or did you order it?

[Z4-Archon]

Originally Posted by teagueAMX

Have you shifted manually very often and if so, do you use the steering wheel levers of the console control? I read in one review the console mounted gear selector can be a bit tricky with the multifunction buttons, and takes some getting used to.

Did you buy yours pre-configured off the lot or did you order it?

I use manual shifting often and have been sticking to the paddle shifters for the most part. Their placement isn't the best though, downshifting with your thumbs usually involves shifting your hand in some manner. I have started using the stick for manual shifting a bit, I haven't had any trouble with bumping any of the buttons on the iDrive controller yet.

I ordered mine and waited for it to arrive, it was a long wait.

[teagueAMX]

Thanks

[welbo]

Wonderful review. Cant wait for mine to arrive.

I ordered the Professional Sound System with 14 speakers and 650watts. I am really impressed when I did the test drive in a SD35 with the above sound setup.