You drive too fast

alee0729 · 07-28-2013, 07:38 PM

One easy way to fix passenger issues is to let them drive.

a. It's never easy being the passenger, esp. if you're used to being in control. For the same reason you hate not being in the driver's seat is the same reason they're all weird in the passenger seat.

b. These cars are stupid quick and it's hard to explain until your passenger gets in the driver's seat and realizes that you're going 50% faster than you thought you were, and the car is still asleep.

It was how I got the BMW bug years and years ago, driving my friend's dad's E34 525i in 1991. Up until I drove that car for the first time, I was still under the false impression that all cars were the same. After that I was not the same person and understood why BMWs were different.

brado · 07-28-2013, 07:50 PM

I get the guilt trip from the family all the time about driving too fast, so i just tell them i dont

RingMeister01 · 07-28-2013, 08:06 PM

This is why I got a rear seat delete. I only have one person screaming.

Boo-E · 07-28-2013, 09:03 PM

I have my warning limiter set to 90mph and I hit it almost every day. Im ok with my problem and thats the first step to recovery hahaha.

InterJon · 07-28-2013, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Ezio

Why is this a thread ? Honestly

Yep. Makes you think it is about time for the new m3 (m4). Apparently, nothing of value left to talk about.

deletedelete · 07-28-2013, 09:41 PM

Everybody tells me I drive too slow. I'm usually right at the speed limit or slightly below. I take merges and on ramps pretty quick though.

The Automotive Enthusiast · 07-28-2013, 09:53 PM

I have a tendency to go driving at 1 AM when the roads are empty. That's when I really like to open it up.

Powerbeast · 07-28-2013, 09:57 PM

ALL the time from my wife.

N1COM3 · 07-28-2013, 10:09 PM

When my passengers say, "I drive too fast", I really think they mean, "I accelerate too fast". Lol.

They do seem to get a little scared when I hit a corner a little too fast.

Transfer · 07-28-2013, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by RingMeister01

This is why I got a rear seat delete. I only have one person screaming.

winnar!

Someone? · 07-28-2013, 10:21 PM

Yes, im a fast driver, BUT i do it safely. Yes you can do it safe, easily, if you use your head.

sensi09 · 07-28-2013, 10:33 PM

I usually drive faster when I'm by myself. I definitely drive slower when I'm talking and not concentrated on getting anywhere quick....and with some people I try to drive nice and smooth.

Also when I'm talking or otherwise occupied, I find it harder to watch out for cops.

Kong Sheng Han · 07-29-2013, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Team Plutonium

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Originally Posted by RingMeister01

This is why I got a rear seat delete. I only have one person screaming.

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You also hold the craziest speeding ticket record I know.

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More info on this speeding ticket, please?

karussell · 07-29-2013, 02:09 AM

move to germany for a few years. should balance you right out.

ever get point by from police on a highway? its epic.

lsmkr01 · 07-29-2013, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ibmike

Yes, im a fast driver, BUT i do it safely. Yes you can do it safe, easily, if you use your head.

Boom! 100% agree

M5Rlz · 07-29-2013, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Transfer

At first I take some offense to this, but you're probably right and I should start driving more "normally". However, if out of control (crashing) is 11/10ths and if one is considered "too fast" at 5 or 6/10ths, crashing isn't really in the equation and the passenger's perception of the level of control is unrealistic.

I guess the thing that bothers me is my definition of fast is waaaay different than average joe's definition of fast. While some might take an empty 1/2 mile exit ramp with sweepers at 40mph, I see no reason not to do 60-70. I'm gonna start driving 1/10th for a while with my wife in the car and see how long she takes to say go faster.

+1. I got popped before getting my lasers back on the m3 going 80 in a 45 basically a long straight away... It wasn't like weaving just going in a straight line lmao, I totally agree I think cell phone/burger drivers weaving are way worse than a capable car going within the cars highly capable limits.

RingMeister01 · 07-29-2013, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Kong Sheng Han

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Originally Posted by Team Plutonium

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Originally Posted by RingMeister01

This is why I got a rear seat delete. I only have one person screaming.

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You also hold the craziest speeding ticket record I know.

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More info on this speeding ticket, please?

It's nothing to brag about. I got myself into a lot of trouble! All ill say is that it was a very very early morning run on an empty road in what was my 997 GT3. The cop was nice enough to let me go with a summons to appear in court and not arrest me.

M5Rlz · 07-29-2013, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Team Plutonium

I disagree. I think it is rather epic.

It wasn't street racing, it was on a deserted empty road early morning, and I think it had to be done. The cop will tell this story for the rest of his life.

I'm freaking out cause I wanna know the speed! Wonder if I beat it with the modded 335i/m3.

CSanto · 07-29-2013, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by RingMeister01

It's nothing to brag about. I got myself into a lot of trouble! All ill say is that it was a very very early morning run in an empty road in what was my 997 GT3. The cop was nice enough to let me go with a summons to appear in court and not arrest me.

Is this why you wanted to buy an M3 to "lay low" for a while? haha.

It was a good idea until you added 160hp!

positiveions · 07-29-2013, 10:32 AM

I used to get that. NOw it's "you are getting too close to that car" "watch out for that car" "you are not paying attention" never ending battle.

RingMeister01 · 07-29-2013, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by CSanto

Quote:

Originally Posted by RingMeister01

It's nothing to brag about. I got myself into a lot of trouble! All ill say is that it was a very very early morning run in an empty road in what was my 997 GT3. The cop was nice enough to let me go with a summons to appear in court and not arrest me.

Is this why you wanted to buy an M3 to "lay low" for a while? haha.

It was a good idea until you added 160hp!

Lmao.

Gkap · 07-29-2013, 10:47 AM

low and slow.

07-28-2013, 07:38 PM	#23
alee0729 Lieutenant 175 Rep 586 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3, 2018 Tesla 3 Perf Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: New York, NY iTrader: (0)	One easy way to fix passenger issues is to let them drive. a. It's never easy being the passenger, esp. if you're used to being in control. For the same reason you hate not being in the driver's seat is the same reason they're all weird in the passenger seat. b. These cars are stupid quick and it's hard to explain until your passenger gets in the driver's seat and realizes that you're going 50% faster than you thought you were, and the car is still asleep. It was how I got the BMW bug years and years ago, driving my friend's dad's E34 525i in 1991. Up until I drove that car for the first time, I was still under the false impression that all cars were the same. After that I was not the same person and understood why BMWs were different. __________________ 2013 E92 M3 (the weekend good weather car), 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance (the 20k mi/yr beater)
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N1COM3 Private First Class 6 Rep 112 Posts Drives: LMB E92 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Hampton Roads, VA iTrader: (0)	When my passengers say, "I drive too fast", I really think they mean, "I accelerate too fast". Lol. They do seem to get a little scared when I hit a corner a little too fast.
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sensi09 Lieutenant Colonel 30 Rep 1,789 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: socal iTrader: (1)	I usually drive faster when I'm by myself. I definitely drive slower when I'm talking and not concentrated on getting anywhere quick....and with some people I try to drive nice and smooth. Also when I'm talking or otherwise occupied, I find it harder to watch out for cops.
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karussell Lieutenant Colonel 353 Rep 1,749 Posts Drives: 4 wheels Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NorCal iTrader: (1)	move to germany for a few years. should balance you right out. ever get point by from police on a highway? its epic. __________________ "It gave you amazing satisfaction, but anyone who says he loved it is either a liar or he wasn't going fast enough." - Jackie Stewart on racing at the Nurburgring
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