Poll: Start/Stop Button

Mauricio · 08-10-2005, 11:45 AM

Are you now a fan of the start/stop button after owning the car for a few weeks/months? (Please, only owners who have had a chance to live with it for more than 3 weeks)

Petercat · 08-10-2005, 12:41 PM

I like the look, style, idea of the push button start, but it seems that they've taken a one step process and made it into two.
It will be much better with Comfort Access and you can start without inserting key.

onesixeight · 08-10-2005, 01:22 PM

I've used it for 2 years in my 745Li, so I'm used to the button. In the 7, the button is right next to the key making it much quicker to start and stop. On the 3, the button is higher up, so there are more steps to starting the car.

The only confusing thing about the button system is trying to get into accessory mode. I know in my head how to get to it, but it's not a second nature type move like in a key system.

HRC · 08-10-2005, 01:57 PM

I've only now have gotten used to the accessory mode. It was not second nature before but it is now. I just don't depress the clutch pedal and hit the start button, pretty cool!

Danny

Kao BMW · 08-10-2005, 02:04 PM

I like the start/stop button. It was one of the reason I didn't go for the E60. I'm sure the next model will have it. I also considered the new GS430 because of the start/stop button, but I settled for the E90. Just can't do with Japanese cars for now.

Imperial · 08-10-2005, 02:09 PM

I personally love it. It's one of my favorite touches.

sorry, I've only had my car for 1.5 weeks, so I guess I wasn't following the rules of the poll, but I doubt my opinion will change anytime soon

Kao BMW · 08-10-2005, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Imperial

sorry, I've only had my car for 1.5 weeks, so I guess I wasn't following the rules of the poll, but I doubt my opinion will change anytime soon

Ahhhhh! We shall crucify you for breaking the rules...

E90Fleet · 08-10-2005, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Kao BMW

I like the start/stop button. It was one of the reason I didn't go for the E60. I'm sure the next model will have it. I also considered the new GS430 because of the start/stop button, but I settled for the E90. Just can't do with Japanese cars for now.

The E60 gets it from September

Kao BMW · 08-10-2005, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by E90Fleet

The E60 gets it from September

They do? hmmm... might have to trade-in for E60

scottz5 · 08-10-2005, 02:31 PM

I HATE IT. IF I had comfort it would be a different story.

Kao BMW · 08-10-2005, 02:33 PM

Don't be a hater. Be a lover.

David328M-Sport · 08-10-2005, 02:39 PM

nice, easy to use feature. i like it.

Mauricio · 08-10-2005, 03:18 PM

I've gotten to the point where I can insert the key and turn it on and have my hand on the shifter while the car is just starting up. It's definately faster than a key. And since the key is so large, I keep it separate from my keychain so they don't dangle and scratch my dash. The key fits perfectly in the 5th jean pocket (the small one over the right pocket)

xcalibr · 08-10-2005, 03:51 PM

Okay, so I've only had my car for 11 days... so I won't vote on the poll, but I'll offer my opinion. The best use of the button is when I stall, I can start it a lot faster... no flipping of the keys off an on, just slam the clutch back down and press the button real quick --people behind you won't even notice you've stalled and you won't be as embarassed. Hahahahaah.

Kao BMW · 08-10-2005, 03:53 PM

Cool. Never thought of it in a "manual" kind of way... good insight

Ed_330i · 08-10-2005, 03:55 PM

eh, i think that it should be a one step process. but still love the car.

dnh325i · 08-10-2005, 04:11 PM

I haven't received my car yet, but when I test drove the car, the push button start was THE "cool" feature that put it over the top for me. This was on a Saturday, I ordered the car on Monday.

Kao BMW · 08-10-2005, 04:14 PM

Good move.

en3rgie · 08-10-2005, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mauricio

The key fits perfectly in the 5th jean pocket (the small one over the right pocket)

HAHA YEA! I always just slip my key right into that small pocket and its good to go.

I think the key and remote start are just one of those things thats more impressive and show offish rather than something that increases efficiency
Like it was said above a "cool feature" that makes the car a lil better

Just like auto-fold up mirrors which I never use
but always impresses my friends whenever i show them

I sometimes miss turning the key and starting the car up the old fashion way but the remote start is cool to

Imperial · 08-10-2005, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kao BMW

Ahhhhh! We shall crucify you for breaking the rules...

have mercy on a simple n00b!!

Broken1 · 08-10-2005, 07:19 PM

I have comfort access...so I find the start/stop button a pleasure! Even when I don't feel "comfort accessy" - ie i decide to be normal and use the key...it find it easy. Plop it in the hole, push the button...while the car starts i do my seatbelt and get it into gear. I prefer it alot to having to hold the key there until it takes!!!

Pyrat 2 · 08-10-2005, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by scottz5

I HATE IT. IF I had comfort it would be a different story.

I'm not quite at the HATE stage but it's clearly a step backwards in my eyes.

View Poll Results: Are you now a fan of the start/stop button after owning the car for a few weeks/month
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No	22	17.32%
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08-10-2005, 11:45 AM	#1
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08-10-2005, 12:41 PM	#2
Petercat Cat Herder 8 Rep 274 Posts Drives: LR3, again... Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Mpls, MN iTrader: (0)	I like the look, style, idea of the push button start, but it seems that they've taken a one step process and made it into two. It will be much better with Comfort Access and you can start without inserting key. __________________ Waiting for my e93. Last edited by Petercat; 08-10-2005 at 05:33 PM..
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08-10-2005, 01:22 PM	#3
onesixeight Captain 102 Rep 614 Posts Drives: F82 M4/i8 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (3)	I've used it for 2 years in my 745Li, so I'm used to the button. In the 7, the button is right next to the key making it much quicker to start and stop. On the 3, the button is higher up, so there are more steps to starting the car. The only confusing thing about the button system is trying to get into accessory mode. I know in my head how to get to it, but it's not a second nature type move like in a key system.
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08-10-2005, 01:57 PM	#4
HRC MAUI BUILT 485 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	I've only now have gotten used to the accessory mode. It was not second nature before but it is now. I just don't depress the clutch pedal and hit the start button, pretty cool! Danny __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
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08-10-2005, 02:04 PM	#5
Kao BMW iLOVE90 64 Rep 245 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA iTrader: (0)	I like the start/stop button. It was one of the reason I didn't go for the E60. I'm sure the next model will have it. I also considered the new GS430 because of the start/stop button, but I settled for the E90. Just can't do with Japanese cars for now.
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08-10-2005, 02:09 PM	#6
Imperial First Lieutenant 11 Rep 304 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Del Mar, CA iTrader: (0)	I personally love it. It's one of my favorite touches. sorry, I've only had my car for 1.5 weeks, so I guess I wasn't following the rules of the poll, but I doubt my opinion will change anytime soon __________________ 2006 330i 6MT - Black Sapphire Metallic - Terra Leather - ZSP - ZPP - iDrive - Sirius
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08-10-2005, 02:31 PM	#10
scottz5 Lieutenant Colonel 94 Rep 1,730 Posts Drives: 13 F10 535xi & 11.75 E93 M3 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Earth iTrader: (0)	I HATE IT. IF I had comfort it would be a different story. __________________ 13 F10 535xi JB/B working on it 11.75 E93 M3 MR/Black Stock (wifey) 11 F10 535i AW/CB Mods Gone
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08-10-2005, 02:33 PM	#11
Kao BMW iLOVE90 64 Rep 245 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA iTrader: (0)	Don't be a hater. Be a lover.
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08-10-2005, 02:39 PM	#12
David328M-Sport Brigadier General 101 Rep 3,566 Posts Drives: F30 M-Sport 328i Estoril Blue Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Melbourne Australia iTrader: (0)	nice, easy to use feature. i like it. __________________ 328i M-Sport, Estoril Blue, Carbon XP 35 Tint, front heated seats, black Dakota, Sports Suspension, Anthracite Headliner, HUD, Pro Nav, Sunroof, hk 600w, Bi-Xenon, 19" 403M wheels, Reversing Camera, DAB+, Xenon, BT Ext Connect, MST turbo intake pipe, MST Cold Air Intake, JB4 on Map 2 with Catless DP produces awesome performance in Sport.
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08-10-2005, 03:18 PM	#13
Mauricio Private First Class 16 Rep 107 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, MT, SP Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I've gotten to the point where I can insert the key and turn it on and have my hand on the shifter while the car is just starting up. It's definately faster than a key. And since the key is so large, I keep it separate from my keychain so they don't dangle and scratch my dash. The key fits perfectly in the 5th jean pocket (the small one over the right pocket)
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08-10-2005, 03:51 PM	#14
xcalibr First Lieutenant 18 Rep 370 Posts Drives: E90 325xi Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Fremont, CA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2006 E90 325xi [0.00]	Okay, so I've only had my car for 11 days... so I won't vote on the poll, but I'll offer my opinion. The best use of the button is when I stall, I can start it a lot faster... no flipping of the keys off an on, just slam the clutch back down and press the button real quick --people behind you won't even notice you've stalled and you won't be as embarassed. Hahahahaah.
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08-10-2005, 03:53 PM	#15
Kao BMW iLOVE90 64 Rep 245 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA iTrader: (0)	Cool. Never thought of it in a "manual" kind of way... good insight
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08-10-2005, 03:55 PM	#16
Ed_330i Lieutenant 58 Rep 515 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: North America iTrader: (0)	eh, i think that it should be a one step process. but still love the car.
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08-10-2005, 04:11 PM	#17
dnh325i Private 1 Rep 81 Posts Drives: '13 128i / Al Wht / Blk Lthr Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	I haven't received my car yet, but when I test drove the car, the push button start was THE "cool" feature that put it over the top for me. This was on a Saturday, I ordered the car on Monday.
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08-10-2005, 04:14 PM	#18
Kao BMW iLOVE90 64 Rep 245 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA iTrader: (0)	Good move.
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08-10-2005, 07:19 PM	#21
Broken1 Addict 203 Rep 2,074 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 40i M-Sport Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	I have comfort access...so I find the start/stop button a pleasure! Even when I don't feel "comfort accessy" - ie i decide to be normal and use the key...it find it easy. Plop it in the hole, push the button...while the car starts i do my seatbelt and get it into gear. I prefer it alot to having to hold the key there until it takes!!!
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