Test drove DCT e90 m3 today...

Trevor .:R · 01-12-2013, 04:52 PM

Hey guys i have a 2011 m3 zcp coupe 6 speed, and i wanted to go with a 4 door manual at first, but at my local dealer they only had a DCT in alpine white with black/red interior, i decided to drive it to see how the sedan felt to a coupe. I have now decided that DCT is truely insane, and for me having the m3 as a daily driver i have decided to purchase that car with DCT. I cant wait to go back and pick up !

Another note is that the e92 m3 zcp did not feel as tight as the sedan did, and the 6 speed i had was either wearing or had some issues, but honestly the 6 speed manual in my book was the only thing i had ever driven was a stick. Well done bmw you have transformed me into DCT fan

Sorry for the ramble i am just very excited!

jdogg2000 · 01-12-2013, 06:08 PM

I have had 4 BMWs in a row and all were manual transmission (including a 2008 E93 M3). After choosing an E92 M3 with DCT this time around, I am enjoying the DCT immensely. It is awesome!

sycd · 01-12-2013, 06:43 PM

I used to drive manuals only, but when it came to an E92 M3 went with the DCT and never looked back.

davesaddiction · 01-12-2013, 08:03 PM

Congrats & enjoy!

I decided the dual-clutch systems are only going to get better and more reliable with time, but this was possibly my last chance to get a true manual + NA M V8! Hope I get to keep her forever.

canadian stig · 01-12-2013, 08:22 PM

I agree with dave. I'm sure the dct feels great and shifts awesome, but unless you are buying the car semi-new or cpo, only a lunatic would own a dct used car out of warranty.

CanAutM3 · 01-12-2013, 08:30 PM

I have always had MT cars in the past. When it was time to order my ///M3, I wanted to sample this new dual clutch technology, so I ordered mine with DCT. I actually had to wait an additional 6 months because the DCT was not yet available. I ended up having one of the first DCTs in Canada (the dealer told it was the first, but I am a sceptic

).

Although I sometimes miss rowing my own gears and heel & toeing, I really enjoy the DCT. Especially on track where it is pure joy. I would order DCT again in a heartbeat.

You will definitely enjoy your new acquisition

.

CanAutM3 · 01-12-2013, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by canadian stig

I agree with dave. I'm sure the dct feels great and shifts awesome, but unless you are buying the car semi-new or cpo, only a lunatic would own a dct used car out of warranty.

hy ???

Mike Benvo · 01-12-2013, 10:48 PM

DCT is much better for daily commute. Congrats on the new whip

UBER ///M3 · 01-13-2013, 08:26 AM

i too went from MT to DCT and also would never go back..i agree its amazing!

Bimmr7 · 01-13-2013, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trevor .:R

Hey guys i have a 2011 m3 zcp coupe 6 speed, and i wanted to go with a 4 door manual at first, but at my local dealer they only had a DCT in alpine white with black/red interior, i decided to drive it to see how the sedan felt to a coupe. I have now decided that DCT is truely insane, and for me having the m3 as a daily driver i have decided to purchase that car with DCT. I cant wait to go back and pick up !

Another note is that the e92 m3 zcp did not feel as tight as the sedan did, and the 6 speed i had was either wearing or had some issues, but honestly the 6 speed manual in my book was the only thing i had ever driven was a stick. Well done bmw you have transformed me into DCT fan

Sorry for the ramble i am just very excited!

Was this at Pacific BMW? They also had a 11 E90 M3 with Comp Pkg. looked really good.

Darth One · 01-13-2013, 09:09 AM

Trevor, i'm curious - do you end up losing a lot of money on the exchange? you didn't say what year you were buying, but presumably you are exchanging a 2011 for another 2011, but you'd be paying more for the new car than you would sell the old car for?

DARK_M3 · 01-13-2013, 10:31 AM

When my buddy took me for a ride in his E90 DCT I started to question my purchasing the 6MT.

Then his car went into the shop as it starting skipping gears. (Paddle shifting)

shaq diesel · 01-13-2013, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by canadian stig

I agree with dave. I'm sure the dct feels great and shifts awesome, but unless you are buying the car semi-new or cpo, only a lunatic would own a dct used car out of warranty.

Your definition of "lunatic" must be pretty broad...

Just look at the number of DCT transmission BMW has sold and the number of people who have mechanical horror stories. Lets also add this transmission is also slated to make it to two generations of M3's. I just don't see the need for the amount of fear people are tossing around with this transmission.

But to each his/her own...

kevin///mlee · 01-13-2013, 01:28 PM

I have never driven a 6 speed but I love the dct for daily driving.

jeff4598 · 01-13-2013, 01:42 PM

Yes it would suck to have to buy a rebuilt DCT but I'm figuring I save more on not trading in a perfectly good car than it would cost.

freeman727 · 01-13-2013, 02:23 PM

I too come from a manual transmission background. I have an e90 M3 with DCT and I like it, but I'm glad I still have my 07 MCS w/ manual transmission! I can't get use to manually shifting the DCT.

Trevor .:R · 01-13-2013, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmr7

Was this at Pacific BMW? They also had a 11 E90 M3 with Comp Pkg. looked really good.

It was from bob smith BMW in calabasses, I didn't loose to much on the trade in not enough to complain! But if you want more details pm me.

mattokeol · 01-13-2013, 08:23 PM

I agree with dave. I'm sure the dct feels great and shifts awesome.

spdy330 · 01-13-2013, 08:26 PM

Congrats, DCT FTW!

CBS · 01-13-2013, 09:40 PM

DCT on the track is pretty nuts - I love it!
Allows me to concentrate more on my line and believe me I need all the help I can get.

DCT with Wife (as the passenger) is awesome too - use your imagination......

Talk2meg00se · 01-13-2013, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBS

DCT with Wife is awesome too - use your imagination......

uh you don't have to worry about her chick shifts burning out your clutch?

CBS · 01-13-2013, 09:57 PM

^ Corrected my post above....

01-12-2013, 04:52 PM	#1
Trevor .:R Captain Drives: 11 ZCP Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Thousand Oaks/Camarillo/Westlake Posts: 633 iTrader: (1) Garage List 11 M3 [5.00]	Test drove DCT e90 m3 today... Hey guys i have a 2011 m3 zcp coupe 6 speed, and i wanted to go with a 4 door manual at first, but at my local dealer they only had a DCT in alpine white with black/red interior, i decided to drive it to see how the sedan felt to a coupe. I have now decided that DCT is truely insane, and for me having the m3 as a daily driver i have decided to purchase that car with DCT. I cant wait to go back and pick up ! Another note is that the e92 m3 zcp did not feel as tight as the sedan did, and the 6 speed i had was either wearing or had some issues, but honestly the 6 speed manual in my book was the only thing i had ever driven was a stick. Well done bmw you have transformed me into DCT fan Sorry for the ramble i am just very excited! __________________ 2011 E90 M3 AW COMP
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01-12-2013, 06:08 PM	#2
jdogg2000 Private Drives: 2011 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 91 iTrader: (0)	I have had 4 BMWs in a row and all were manual transmission (including a 2008 E93 M3). After choosing an E92 M3 with DCT this time around, I am enjoying the DCT immensely. It is awesome! __________________ //'04 330i ZHP (gone) //'07 E92 335i (gone) //'08 Sparkling Graphite E93 M3 (gone) //'11 Z4 sDrive35i //'11 Jet Black E92 M3

01-12-2013, 06:43 PM	#3
sycd First Lieutenant Drives: 2012 M3 ZCP DCT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: USA Posts: 396 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X5 xDrive50i [0.00] 2012 BMW M3 [E92] [0.00]	I used to drive manuals only, but when it came to an E92 M3 went with the DCT and never looked back. __________________ 2013 Mini Cooper S Hardtop \| Kite Blue \| 6spd Manual \| Factory JCW Exterior Pkg 2013 X5 xDrive50i \| Carbon Black \| M Sport + M Perf, 333M Wheels Sold: 2012 E92 M3 \| Jet Black, Fox Red/Black \| DCT, ZCP

01-12-2013, 08:03 PM	#4
davesaddiction is fast cars Drives: '08 E90 M3 6MT SSII/Silver Join Date: May 2012 Location: Tulsa Posts: 667 iTrader: (0)	Congrats & enjoy! I decided the dual-clutch systems are only going to get better and more reliable with time, but this was possibly my last chance to get a true manual + NA M V8! Hope I get to keep her forever. __________________ ... Daddy's Rocket Sled! ... ... HarrisMonkey: "The saloon is definitely the M3 of choice."

01-12-2013, 10:48 PM	#8
Mike Benvo BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: BPMSport M3 / 7 Series Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,216 iTrader: (6)	DCT is much better for daily commute. Congrats on the new whip __________________ -----\| Like us on Facebook \| Instagram \|\| Tuning Information \| Remote Coding \|----- ----Visit us at www.BPMSport.com - Emotion. Driven. \| Toll Free: (888) 557-5133----

01-12-2013, 08:22 PM	#5
canadian stig Banned Drives: 2008 E90 M3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: canada Posts: 242 iTrader: (0)	I agree with dave. I'm sure the dct feels great and shifts awesome, but unless you are buying the car semi-new or cpo, only a lunatic would own a dct used car out of warranty.

01-12-2013, 08:30 PM	#6
CanAutM3 Major Drives: 2008 E92 M3 SS2 DCT Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 1,269 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 Audi S4 [0.00] 2008 BMW M3 [0.00]	I have always had MT cars in the past. When it was time to order my ///M3, I wanted to sample this new dual clutch technology, so I ordered mine with DCT. I actually had to wait an additional 6 months because the DCT was not yet available. I ended up having one of the first DCTs in Canada (the dealer told it was the first, but I am a sceptic ). Although I sometimes miss rowing my own gears and heel & toeing, I really enjoy the DCT. Especially on track where it is pure joy. I would order DCT again in a heartbeat. You will definitely enjoy your new acquisition .

01-13-2013, 08:26 AM	#9
UBER ///M3 ///M FLIGHT Drives: 2012 LEMANS BLUE E92 ZCP M3 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Ezelsdorf, Germany Posts: 416 iTrader: (0)	i too went from MT to DCT and also would never go back..i agree its amazing! __________________ ACM Test Pipes, ESS Tune, AA Green Filter, Akrapovic slip on, H&R Race Springs and Spacers, Forgestar F14 wheels, PSS (255/305), LUX Angel Eyes, Mode Carbon GTS lip, Blacked out/paint matched emblems, black aluminum pedals and paddles

01-13-2013, 09:09 AM	#11
Darth One Former yr 1of1 owner Drives: SGM E90 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: FL Posts: 999 iTrader: (0)	Trevor, i'm curious - do you end up losing a lot of money on the exchange? you didn't say what year you were buying, but presumably you are exchanging a 2011 for another 2011, but you'd be paying more for the new car than you would sell the old car for?

01-13-2013, 10:31 AM	#12
DARK_M3 Banned Drives: 08 E90, 89 Grand Wagoneer Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,294 iTrader: (3)	When my buddy took me for a ride in his E90 DCT I started to question my purchasing the 6MT. Then his car went into the shop as it starting skipping gears. (Paddle shifting)

01-13-2013, 01:28 PM	#14
kevin///mlee Private First Class Drives: EX0 M3 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NorCal Posts: 141 iTrader: (1)	I have never driven a 6 speed but I love the dct for daily driving. __________________ Akrapovic \| AngeliBright \| Hankook \| Macht Schnell \| Platte Forme a.g. \| Volk Racing

01-13-2013, 01:42 PM	#15
jeff4598 First Lieutenant Drives: 2009 e90 AW/BB lotsa Dinan Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: new jersey Posts: 357 iTrader: (0)	Yes it would suck to have to buy a rebuilt DCT but I'm figuring I save more on not trading in a perfectly good car than it would cost.

01-13-2013, 02:23 PM	#16
freeman727 Private First Class Drives: 2010 E90 M3 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 146 iTrader: (0)	I too come from a manual transmission background. I have an e90 M3 with DCT and I like it, but I'm glad I still have my 07 MCS w/ manual transmission! I can't get use to manually shifting the DCT.

01-13-2013, 08:23 PM	#18
mattokeol New Member Drives: bmw Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: foor Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	I agree with dave. I'm sure the dct feels great and shifts awesome. __________________

01-13-2013, 08:26 PM	#19
spdy330 Major General Drives: 05 Tundra, 11 M3, 08 Odyssey Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,501 iTrader: (137) Garage List 2011.75 BMW M3 [4.40] 2006 BMW 330i - SOLD [5.00]	Congrats, DCT FTW! __________________ - 2006 E90 330i TiAG retired. - 2011.75 E90 M3 - BMW Performance Exhaust, BMW Performance Grills, Lux H8 V3, IND Reflectors, Ceramic Tint 58%, Brembo 380mm BBK, V1 with custom multi-color display by www.Radar-Mirror.com - custom radar mount by www.performancepackage.com.

01-13-2013, 09:40 PM	#20
CBS Captain Drives: E90 M3 - E60 528xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Posts: 877 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 E90 [4.85] 2009 BMW 528xi [0.00] 2008 BMW 328xi [0.00]	DCT on the track is pretty nuts - I love it! Allows me to concentrate more on my line and believe me I need all the help I can get. DCT with Wife (as the passenger) is awesome too - use your imagination...... __________________ ESS VT-1 550 \| M24 Oil Cooler \| Fall Line Half Cage \| RaceTech 4009W \| 6 pt Harness \| Rear Seat Delete \| Motion Control DA Dampers w/remote reservoirs \| 900/650 Hyperco Springs \| RD Sport Sway Bars \| Brembo 380 BBK \| GC Camber Plates \| Michelin Cups \| GTS Black Wheels \| Eisenmann Sport \| Stack Gauges \| Painted Challenge Front Lip \| Painted ZCP Rear Spoiler \| Xpel Ultimate Film \| LuxAngelEyes Last edited by CBS; 01-13-2013 at 09:57 PM. Reason: Clarity

01-13-2013, 09:57 PM	#22
CBS Captain Drives: E90 M3 - E60 528xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Posts: 877 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 E90 [4.85] 2009 BMW 528xi [0.00] 2008 BMW 328xi [0.00]	^ Corrected my post above.... __________________ ESS VT-1 550 \| M24 Oil Cooler \| Fall Line Half Cage \| RaceTech 4009W \| 6 pt Harness \| Rear Seat Delete \| Motion Control DA Dampers w/remote reservoirs \| 900/650 Hyperco Springs \| RD Sport Sway Bars \| Brembo 380 BBK \| GC Camber Plates \| Michelin Cups \| GTS Black Wheels \| Eisenmann Sport \| Stack Gauges \| Painted Challenge Front Lip \| Painted ZCP Rear Spoiler \| Xpel Ultimate Film \| LuxAngelEyes

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