What was your hardest option decision when ordering?

gthal · 08-25-2011, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by username11

Went with Alpine White without ever seeing an E92 in person in that color and couldn't be happier. Gorgeous on this car.

+1

Alpine White, Jerez Black and Le Mans Blue are just amazing on these cars in person. All are great. All are pure win. I've had both AW and JzB and love both.

LarThaL · 08-25-2011, 06:06 PM

Transmission. The modern technology and fast shifts of DCT vs. the full involvement and fun of a proper manual. The M3 is not my DD and since my other vehicle is an automatic, I went with the fun of the 6sp.

Totti · 08-25-2011, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Cyrax91

Color for sure. I went with AW and I love it. But I love black and space grey. Id also love one in monte carlo blue or fire orange.... so many sick colors.

Francesco Totti?

Yep. Bit annoyed our new coach is benching him - Part of the reason we got booted out of Europa league this morning

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Originally Posted by OldenburgerM3

it's "whether"

Color and trim

Sorry! Typed this early this morning and forgot i was on EnglishWhoresPost.net

m3keash · 08-25-2011, 06:17 PM

I don't think an American should be telling an Aussie how to spell 'weather'.

But, back to the OP's question, it was exterior and interior colors.

mdoughty · 08-25-2011, 06:29 PM

cf or sunroof, went with the sunroof

quiksi · 08-25-2011, 06:35 PM

convenience package... I wanted comfort access, but didn't want navi

ended up passing on the comfort access

1MOREMOD · 08-25-2011, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by m3keash

I don't think an American should be telling an Aussie how to spell 'weather'.

But, back to the OP's question, it was exterior and interior colors.

im confused by this i guess. is there only one form of spelling weather/whether in australia?

m3keash · 08-25-2011, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by chriszeh

im confused by this i guess. is there only one form of spelling weather/whether in australia?

I was joking. There is more different in the language between Americans, Brits, and Aussies than we might think though.

quadpipes · 08-25-2011, 06:55 PM

After LOTS of research, I knew I wanted the E92. And I knew my color and trim (IB/Bamboo/Carbon Leather), my transmission (M-DCT), my package (ZCP), sunshades, a sunroof, premium sound and Bluetooth and power seats (so I had to order the Premium Package 2). About the only thing I wish I had ordered was the alarm - and now it comes standard on the 2012s. But no regrets whatsoever - just a smile every day.

1MOREMOD · 08-25-2011, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by twinpipes

After LOTS of research, I knew I wanted the E92. And I knew my color and trim (IB/Bamboo/Carbon Leather), my transmission (M-DCT), my package (ZCP), sunshades, a sunroof, premium sound and Bluetooth and power seats (so I had to order the Premium Package 2). About the only thing I wish I had ordered was the alarm - and now it comes standard on the 2012s. But no regrets whatsoever - just a smile every day.

by it and do the DIY is super easy

mdosu · 08-25-2011, 07:29 PM

here's a first: fold down rear seats, i'm glad I didn't settle and found one with the cold weather package, didn't want heat seats, but once I started using it, I'm glad I made the choice!

mmm def · 08-25-2011, 07:34 PM

I had to keep mine very lightly optioned as just getting into an M3 is a stretch, I was between Competition and Premium. I ended up going Competition, happy with my decision and i don't have the car yet lol.

Poppin Fresh · 08-25-2011, 08:09 PM

18's or 19's since I was concerned about city driving. I'm glad I went with 19's but want to pick up 18's to use as a snow tire set.

Stronghammer · 08-25-2011, 08:11 PM

Transmission. I still cant explain to my friends why I got the 6MT. Color. I loved the contrast of MR with carbon fiber roof but a forty something dude with a red sports car ? Kinda weak.

JohnnyRoaster · 08-26-2011, 12:23 AM

Ditto on transmission. I thought long and hard about the DCT. I drove both and was impressed with it. In the end my wife told me I was a p*ssy if I ordered a sports car with an automatic. She was right but I was also worried about long term maintenance cost with the DCT.

I was also on the fence as far as color. I was thinking an easier paint like white or silverstone but I am glad I got Jerez. It looks good for at least a half hour after I wash it.

BMW Fanatic · 08-26-2011, 12:30 AM

Fully loaded. What decision

luis_m3 · 08-26-2011, 01:00 AM

For me, the transmission. It took me a long time to make the decision because I always loved MT (IMO... it's like being in full control). But in the end, I decided for DCT in case my wife drives it or in those horrible traffic situations, as well as the advangtage of keeping both hands on the steering wheel at all times. I'm glad I went for DCT... it's pretty awesome. No regrets.

Vybz · 08-26-2011, 01:29 AM

Interior color ( that was easily rectified though once I found out the price for individual stitching ). Other then that, the only thing I really went back and forth on was surprisingly something that nobody has said yet... BMW apps. If anything I'd only be getting it for internet radio, I have little to no interest in emo diaries ( facebook ) so that wasn't really much incentive for the option, and for most that's it's main selling point.

Ultimately I decided to go for it, after reading what Apps would be capable of in the future and fear of regret if I didn't get it.

lve2xlr8 · 08-26-2011, 01:51 AM

I had tons of conflicts with choosing this car. First was if I wanted a fully loaded e92 or stripped e90. Lease rates ended up being awesome so I went with fully loaded. Then I went back and forth between alpine white and mineral white. Found a mw m3 on a lit 40 miles away so I drove to check it out before I finalized my order and loved it (another reason I chose e92). Then there was dct vs 6spd, I had an e39 m5 at the time and the transmission was TERRIBLY notchy when cold, but I learned to live with it. Then I realized I would be commuting from oc to la often so I figured I'd give the dct a test drive and I was blown away. I did the pcd and driving the dct on the track made me realize I made the right choice, and it really completed the dual personality of the car.

Glad with my choices, but wish they had a full leather option on the m3. I miss the suede headliner and complete leather dash of my m5.

Totti · 08-26-2011, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Vybz

Interior color ( that was easily rectified though once I found out the price for individual stitching ). Other then that, the only thing I really went back and forth on was surprisingly something that nobody has said yet... BMW apps. If anything I'd only be getting it for internet radio, I have little to no interest in emo diaries ( facebook ) so that wasn't really much incentive for the option, and for most that's it's main selling point.

Ultimately I decided to go for it, after reading what Apps would be capable of in the future and fear of regret if I didn't get it.

Nobody has mentioned it because it's such a trivial option...

around $250 in Australia. If you're going to spend this much money and then have to actually worry about Apps wtf are you doing?

HighEndHarry · 08-26-2011, 04:20 AM

Transmission and sedan/coupe

airwave808 · 08-26-2011, 06:19 AM

For me it was exterior and Interior colour. I liked Azurite Black but after seeing it in person, I went with Monte Carlo Blue and Rust Brown Interior. All other options (DCT, ZCP, Audiophile, etc.) were pretty straight forward.

08-25-2011, 06:06 PM	#24
LarThaL Colonel 336 Rep 2,940 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: West Springfield, MA iTrader: (0)	Transmission. The modern technology and fast shifts of DCT vs. the full involvement and fun of a proper manual. The M3 is not my DD and since my other vehicle is an automatic, I went with the fun of the 6sp. __________________ **Audi S6 Audi S3 * Porsche Cayman GTS* --Former BMW M3 owner**
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08-25-2011, 06:17 PM	#26
m3keash Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 243 Posts Drives: E93, JB/Bamboo, Adv.1 8.3 20s Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	I don't think an American should be telling an Aussie how to spell 'weather'. But, back to the OP's question, it was exterior and interior colors. __________________ JB, Bamboo, every option, 20" Adv.1
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08-25-2011, 06:29 PM	#27
mdoughty Private First Class 10 Rep 126 Posts Drives: 2014 Alpine White M5 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: raleigh, nc iTrader: (2)	cf or sunroof, went with the sunroof
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08-25-2011, 06:35 PM	#28
quiksi Captain 75 Rep 903 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (1) Garage List 2018 Toyota Tundra ... [0.00] 2011.5 E90 M3 [0.00]	convenience package... I wanted comfort access, but didn't want navi ended up passing on the comfort access __________________ 2011 E90 M3 6mt AW/Speed Cloth - ZCP, Moonroof, non-iDrive - PCD 12/9/10 Painted reflectors, matte black grills/gills, Deansbimmer Belly Pan, DEI Alarm, Homelink/compass retrofit, Passport MAX2 Hardwire, GP Thunder 8500K, modmy3 LED interior, Dinan Mufflers, HRE P40 19" Satin Charcoal, Michelin PS4S
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08-25-2011, 06:55 PM	#31
quadpipes First Lieutenant 17 Rep 318 Posts Drives: '11 E92 M3 IB,'16 F22 M235i EB Join Date: May 2009 Location: Missippi USofA iTrader: (0)	After LOTS of research, I knew I wanted the E92. And I knew my color and trim (IB/Bamboo/Carbon Leather), my transmission (M-DCT), my package (ZCP), sunshades, a sunroof, premium sound and Bluetooth and power seats (so I had to order the Premium Package 2). About the only thing I wish I had ordered was the alarm - and now it comes standard on the 2012s. But no regrets whatsoever - just a smile every day.
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08-25-2011, 07:29 PM	#33
mdosu Banned 314 Rep 8,496 Posts Drives: Double Vanos'd Civic-M3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (6)	here's a first: fold down rear seats, i'm glad I didn't settle and found one with the cold weather package, didn't want heat seats, but once I started using it, I'm glad I made the choice!
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08-25-2011, 07:34 PM	#34
mmm def Colonel 144 Rep 2,610 Posts Drives: 21 330, 19 ND2 RF, 11 RX350 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	I had to keep mine very lightly optioned as just getting into an M3 is a stretch, I was between Competition and Premium. I ended up going Competition, happy with my decision and i don't have the car yet lol.
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08-25-2011, 08:09 PM	#35
Poppin Fresh Colonel 85 Rep 2,148 Posts Drives: With a sunroof and front plate Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bergen County NJ iTrader: (0)	18's or 19's since I was concerned about city driving. I'm glad I went with 19's but want to pick up 18's to use as a snow tire set. __________________
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08-25-2011, 08:11 PM	#36
Stronghammer Lieutenant 42 Rep 590 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: May 2011 Location: south carolina iTrader: (3)	Transmission. I still cant explain to my friends why I got the 6MT. Color. I loved the contrast of MR with carbon fiber roof but a forty something dude with a red sports car ? Kinda weak. __________________ 2011 E92 M3 MR July 11 ED Sept 11 PCD Mods: ESS VT1, MS test pipes, 19 BBS CH-R, Eibach pro springs, Painted reflectors, carbon fiber grills, Painted side markers with dark tinted lenses, 30% tint, Arkym rear diffuser, Innotech axle back exhaust, Performance spoiler
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08-26-2011, 12:23 AM	#37
JohnnyRoaster Captain 42 Rep 959 Posts Drives: 09 Jerez Black M3 Sedan Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Outside Beantown iTrader: (0)	Ditto on transmission. I thought long and hard about the DCT. I drove both and was impressed with it. In the end my wife told me I was a p*ssy if I ordered a sports car with an automatic. She was right but I was also worried about long term maintenance cost with the DCT. I was also on the fence as far as color. I was thinking an easier paint like white or silverstone but I am glad I got Jerez. It looks good for at least a half hour after I wash it. __________________
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08-26-2011, 12:30 AM	#38
BMW Fanatic Banned 135 Rep 3,293 Posts Drives: slow Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary iTrader: (11)	Fully loaded. What decision
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08-26-2011, 01:00 AM	#39
luis_m3 Low Pro... 35 Rep 1,067 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	For me, the transmission. It took me a long time to make the decision because I always loved MT (IMO... it's like being in full control). But in the end, I decided for DCT in case my wife drives it or in those horrible traffic situations, as well as the advangtage of keeping both hands on the steering wheel at all times. I'm glad I went for DCT... it's pretty awesome. No regrets.
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08-26-2011, 01:29 AM	#40
Vybz Captain 133 Rep 673 Posts Drives: Adidas and Puma Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Kitsap County, WA iTrader: (10) Garage List 2012 BMW M3 [8.60]	Interior color ( that was easily rectified though once I found out the price for individual stitching ). Other then that, the only thing I really went back and forth on was surprisingly something that nobody has said yet... BMW apps. If anything I'd only be getting it for internet radio, I have little to no interest in emo diaries ( facebook ) so that wasn't really much incentive for the option, and for most that's it's main selling point. Ultimately I decided to go for it, after reading what Apps would be capable of in the future and fear of regret if I didn't get it. __________________ Highway Star Garage / Ruined Luxury Auto InstaGram: Ruinedluxury_vybz NA1 NSX - Storage 2nd Gen Taco - Daily
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08-26-2011, 01:51 AM	#41
lve2xlr8 Major 195 Rep 1,186 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (11)	I had tons of conflicts with choosing this car. First was if I wanted a fully loaded e92 or stripped e90. Lease rates ended up being awesome so I went with fully loaded. Then I went back and forth between alpine white and mineral white. Found a mw m3 on a lit 40 miles away so I drove to check it out before I finalized my order and loved it (another reason I chose e92). Then there was dct vs 6spd, I had an e39 m5 at the time and the transmission was TERRIBLY notchy when cold, but I learned to live with it. Then I realized I would be commuting from oc to la often so I figured I'd give the dct a test drive and I was blown away. I did the pcd and driving the dct on the track made me realize I made the right choice, and it really completed the dual personality of the car. Glad with my choices, but wish they had a full leather option on the m3. I miss the suede headliner and complete leather dash of my m5. __________________ R8 V10 6MT S65 M3 Tesla 3
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08-26-2011, 04:20 AM	#43
HighEndHarry New Member 2 Rep 11 Posts Drives: Porsche Carrera 4S Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bavaria, Germany iTrader: (0)	Transmission and sedan/coupe
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08-26-2011, 06:19 AM	#44
airwave808 First Lieutenant 30 Rep 375 Posts Drives: M4 GTS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tampa, Florida iTrader: (1)	For me it was exterior and Interior colour. I liked Azurite Black but after seeing it in person, I went with Monte Carlo Blue and Rust Brown Interior. All other options (DCT, ZCP, Audiophile, etc.) were pretty straight forward.
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