And the wait is now over

MelsM3 · 04-02-2008, 01:10 AM

Congrats!

Jimmyz · 04-02-2008, 05:17 AM

Sweet... I dunno if it was asked before, but does it have a nice downshift blip? And have you used launch control, and so, does it work well?

Wads · 04-02-2008, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimmyz

Sweet... I dunno if it was asked before, but does it have a nice downshift blip? And have you used launch control, and so, does it work well?

He doesn't have LC yet.... it only becomes available after the 1200 mile service

SMSgt B · 04-02-2008, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimmyz

Sweet... I dunno if it was asked before, but does it have a nice downshift blip? And have you used launch control, and so, does it work well?

No LC yet until breakin and yes you get the "blip" on the downshifts.

rai · 04-02-2008, 04:16 PM

SMS

You're famous round here. Your thread is being cross-referenced from other forums.

So could you describe how the Auto-mode behaves? I mean how quick to downshift and compared to a TQ-converter auto is the DCT much, some better or same? etc..

For example you are on the HW and in auto-mode and you punch the gas some what's the delay to downshift and is it smooth etc..

jilTed · 04-02-2008, 08:04 PM

Question to SMSgt...I am trying to decide between extended and non extended Fox Red....

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...=130455&page=1

Can you post some more pictures of the extended section of the leather (i.e. front dash)? I would really appreciate it.

KonigsTiger · 04-02-2008, 08:11 PM

Not extended!!!!

jilTed · 04-02-2008, 08:17 PM

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Not extended!!!!

BobbieBrighto · 04-02-2008, 08:17 PM

From my understanding, the extended leather option in the US only offers the alcantara headliner, but doesn't not include the dash. I wish.

Voltigeur · 04-02-2008, 10:54 PM

Congrats - thanks for re-confirming my decision to go M-DKG,

GruB

bills742 · 04-02-2008, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BobbieBrighto

From my understanding, the extended leather option in the US only offers the alcantara headliner, but doesn't not include the dash. I wish.

There is no option for an alcantara headliner in the U.S.

SMSgt B · 04-02-2008, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jilTed

Question to SMSgt...I am trying to decide between extended and non extended Fox Red....

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...=130455&page=1

Can you post some more pictures of the extended section of the leather (i.e. front dash)? I would really appreciate it.

Sure I will snap some pics but until then, go to bmwusa.com and build an m3 with extended leather...really works pretty good. When configuring, there are 2 icons under the interior pic to change your view. IMHO, having extended leather (any color) fulfills the interior of the M3.

Bubbles · 04-03-2008, 06:11 AM

Thank you for the review. The "delay" irks me but you may have a lower tolerance than I do. I test drove the 6mt, but would prefer the DCT. Hopefully, the dealer will have a demo DCT unit available soon.

M-Maika · 04-03-2008, 07:02 AM

Hi SMSgt B.

When do you plan to make a small video ???

I supose we are all interested to see M-DCT in action. If possible of course.

Best Regards,

Maika

ky_soldier · 04-03-2008, 08:12 AM

Senior - nice ride.

did you buy it from pentagon? i bought an M5 from them in 06, and just dropped an order for a 135i cab. good guys.

where you at now? you dropped papers already? how many years did you do, 20 and a day? :-P

what's the plan once you get back here?

SMSgt B · 04-03-2008, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by M-Maika

Hi SMSgt B.

When do you plan to make a small video ???

I supose we are all interested to see M-DCT in action. If possible of course.

Best Regards,

Maika

I promise to have some shifting videos by the end of this weekend.

SMSgt B · 04-03-2008, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ky_soldier

Senior - nice ride.

did you buy it from pentagon? i bought an M5 from them in 06, and just dropped an order for a 135i cab. good guys.

where you at now? you dropped papers already? how many years did you do, 20 and a day? :-P

what's the plan once you get back here?

No I bought it up in military dealer in Wurzburg. The guy I purchased our JCW/MCS from moved up there so I went through him.

Almost beyond dropped now. Total time in the Air Force will be right at 23 years, 8 months. I fly out 3 May. I have 1 plan when I get back ... FIND A JOB!!!! I have some interviews coming up so the outcome will depend on where I end up. Right now I am looking at San Antonio, Dallas/Ft Worth, the upper Florida (Tampa, Orlando, Melbourne) area. When I find out where I get to hang my hat up, I will let ya know.

Thanks for asking

SMSgt B · 04-03-2008, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mdrobc13

Congrats SMSgt B. Enjoy her and thanks for the write up. If you don't mind can you give us a few words on the premium sound! Am on the fence between it and regular HiFi audio.

Thanks.

I didn't forget about ya....just finally got a chance to play with it and crank it up. I can't comment about how it is with just radio because German stations are great and I mainly listen to AFB....which just blows. First, IPOD/USB connection is a must!!!! No matter what system you get, get this option. Ok..what about the premium sound system. I am no audio/sterio expert and I haven't heard the basic system, so I can't tell you if it is worth it. But this is what I can say. This system just sounds better the louder it gets...hell, I had goose bumps from it. Extremely clear and you can hear every instrament. So I am a old rock kind of guy....Van Halen, black sabbath, Ted Nugent, etc. and this kind of music sounded fantastic, but some heavy bass music would just be crazy (in a great way). The lows in this system will just shake the crap outta you while the highs will send chills down your spine. My problem was that this system was so clear and sweet sounding I kept turning my favorite songs way up, then I couldn't hear the engine to shift. I had to keep watching the tach...not the frick'n road. Then M-DCT came to the rescue. Slapped it in Auto Mode, cranked up the sterio, watch the road....Problem solved.

Before you purchase it, I would recommend stopping by your BMW dealer with some of your music and pop it in an M3 and play your heart out.

Sorry I couldn't give you a professional and great write up.

I am glad I got it though...

d_dot · 04-03-2008, 02:52 PM

Sweeetttttttt!!!!!!!!!!

Panerex · 04-03-2008, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SMSgt B

I promise to have some shifting videos by the end of this weekend.

P.

reinaldo335 · 04-03-2008, 07:16 PM

post some videos, please.

SMSgt B · 04-04-2008, 12:54 AM

So I stopped by my local BMW dealership here in Calw to setup the 1200 mile inspection for 11 April due to my upcoming driving calculations. And yes they have oil filters...

Anyway, the service manager comes out to get my VIN and notices M-DKG. He was completely stunned seeing it. Then the mechanics came out to look at it ... having a sh!t @ass grin on their face like I can't wait to get my hands on it. Anyway, its booked and now waiting to be opened up. I'm sitting at 635 miles right now ... not bad average 100+ miles/day since I picked it up.

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rai Captain 55 Rep 649 Posts Drives: M3 coupe with DCT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: maryland iTrader: (0)	SMS You're famous round here. Your thread is being cross-referenced from other forums. So could you describe how the Auto-mode behaves? I mean how quick to downshift and compared to a TQ-converter auto is the DCT much, some better or same? etc.. For example you are on the HW and in auto-mode and you punch the gas some what's the delay to downshift and is it smooth etc..
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