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      05-24-2009, 09:45 PM   #1
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My new baby!

Just a few images to get started.

Had her for a couple of days now and have been very impressed. The engine on the 35i really does sound the business. Can't wait to really open her up once the running-in period is over.
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      05-25-2009, 01:10 AM   #2
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Very nice looking car!! But why do you have that ugly sticker on you backwindow ?
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      05-25-2009, 02:58 AM   #3
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Terrific photos!
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      05-25-2009, 04:27 AM   #4
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Just a few images to get started.

Had her for a couple of days now and have been very impressed. The engine on the 35i really does sound the business. Can't wait to really open her up once the running-in period is over.
Edit: my previous comment wasn't accurate. In short: running-in is indeed necessary, but people are being told it's like 5000 km. Seems that the first couple hundred km you have to run-in, but after like 300-400 km you HAVE to get those high revs (when the motor is warm, of course!).

Words of my race driving colleague...
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      05-25-2009, 05:21 AM   #5
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Edit: my previous comment wasn't accurate. In short: running-in is indeed necessary, but people are being told it's like 5000 km. Seems that the first couple hundred km you have to run-in, but after like 300-400 km you HAVE to get those high revs (when the motor is warm, of course!).

Words of my race driving colleague...
I was told by my dealer not to run above 4'500 revs up to 2'000 km but still use various revs during that time frame (as long as the engine is warm). You can also notice that the automatic takes care of this as well (with normal driving it does not go beyond 4'500 revs in this time frame - but this changes later, at least it did with my old E46).

After 2'000 km I think you should really try to use the whole rev band (with warm engine) to make sure it is run-in nicely.

I am also thinking about changing the oil after 2'000 km (even though with today's engines and filters it is not a must any more according to BMW). However I think, it will certainly not be negative to do it anyway.

The 5'000 km figure seems a bit high but could be reasonable.
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      05-25-2009, 05:52 AM   #6
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Very nice looking car!! But why do you have that ugly sticker on you backwindow ?
To be honest, I didn't notice it until you just mentioned it.

Will look to take that off ASAP.
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Edit: my previous comment wasn't accurate. In short: running-in is indeed necessary, but people are being told it's like 5000 km. Seems that the first couple hundred km you have to run-in, but after like 300-400 km you HAVE to get those high revs (when the motor is warm, of course!).

Words of my race driving colleague...
Interesting... The manual clearly states that you need to run it in longer that a few hundred km. I'll take a photo when I get a moment and post in here...
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      05-25-2009, 06:45 AM   #8
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I actually got a sticker in the manual folder that had the ed symbol and said efficent dynamics. Its actually still in the folder!

The book does say that the tyres, brakes, clutch and engine do take time to reach their 'optimum' state of efficiency and should be used gently until then. The manual give the following timescales:

tyres: 200 miles (300km)
brakes / clutch: 300 miles (500km)

Engine: don't exceed engine speed of 4500 rpm until 1250 miles have been reached. It also says not to use full throttle and automatic gearbox kickdown as well as launch control.

The manual also says that Launch Control is ready for operation once the engine is warm - continuous travel for approx 6 miles (10 km). Ahhh ok, it also says it can't be used for a second time until a distance has been travelled after the first go, and also cannot be used until after the running in period (see above).

When will the car be "run-in" JJ, so we can see a video of this from you
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oh my god!!!!!!
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CONGRATS!!! It's been a long time coming... she looks amazing!
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CONGRATS!!! It's been a long time coming... she looks amazing!
Thanks.

Tell me about it. I first put my deposit down last December!! All in all, it's been a really fun weekend. Roll on next weekend...
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just realized that u are in UK. i know in UK u got a option that can watch TV in the car? it's really cool. NA doesnt have that option here. But u have to stop the car in order to watch tv right? free of charge/no monthly fee?
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just realized that u are in UK. i know in UK u got a option that can watch TV in the car? it's really cool. NA doesnt have that option here. But u have to stop the car in order to watch tv right? free of charge/no monthly fee?
I can't watch TV when I drive. I hear only sound, but don't have a picture. When I stop a car, then I get a picture too. Usage is free of charge.

JJ_Wonderboy: Thanx for pictures, awesome car
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