What makes an M car unique

DJ9 · 06-09-2008, 02:25 PM

This is my 2nd M car; and with the exception off-roading, these cars can do just about anything.

Not many cars can provide luxory, performance, and overall versatility like these can. Whether it's going out with the li'l lady, driving on the track, or doing some sport activity; these cars haven't let me down yet.

For those of you that cycle, or plan to use your rack system, here's another alternative(IMO better) than the OEM version.

I went for an early morning ride yesterday and thought I'd take a few pics of the rack system..have a look.

DJ9 · 06-09-2008, 02:27 PM

closer pic

!Xoible · 06-09-2008, 02:33 PM

awesome man. i can never do that, but it's awesome to see someone taking advantage of that

Davinhci · 06-09-2008, 02:53 PM

looks good, i'm glad you are able to do everything you want to do.

Big Windy · 06-09-2008, 02:58 PM

looks great. thule racks are awesome.

sayemthree · 06-09-2008, 03:20 PM

thule rules.

farbarg · 06-09-2008, 03:32 PM

Love it. Which base system is it? TIA

DJ9 · 06-09-2008, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Windy

looks great. thule racks are awesome.

These are great. Plastic clips fit into the roof slots and the system floats above the roof...nothing touches it. The cap you see, is actually rubber, which sits about a half inch above the roof...very clean and safe for the CF.

Quote:

Originally Posted by farbarg

Love it. Which base system is it? TIA

Base system is from Thule...made for BMW's and Porsche roofs. I can check at home for the exact fit kit.

farbarg · 06-09-2008, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ9

These are great. Plastic clips fit into the roof slots and the system floats above the roof...nothing touches it. The cap you see, is actually rubber, which sits about a half inch above the roof...very clean and safe for the CF.

Base system is from Thule...made for BMW's and Porsche roofs.

Yup, just wondering if you had a part number/name. Not a big deal, I only see two on the web site to choose from for the 3 series sedan. Thanks again.

DJ9 · 06-09-2008, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by farbarg

Yup, just wondering if you had a part number/name. Not a big deal, I only see two on the web site to choose from for the 3 series sedan. Thanks again.

Can get for you tonight...no prob...box is in my garage.

MDCTFTW · 06-09-2008, 04:10 PM

Painted reflectors don't match so well huh?

DJ9 · 06-09-2008, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MDCTFTW

Painted reflectors don't match so well huh?

Nah, good enough for me, it really depends on lighting and angle... but I do wish I had the Euro bumper

Compare the sun side to the shade side.

moog55 · 06-09-2008, 11:04 PM

lookin good! space gray ftw!

DJ9 · 06-10-2008, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by farbarg

Yup, just wondering if you had a part number/name. Not a big deal, I only see two on the web site to choose from for the 3 series sedan. Thanks again.

The base is Fit Kit 3039...good luck.

montreal red · 06-10-2008, 09:46 AM

love your roof rack and i think your reflectors match pretty well... not 100% but i'd be happy with something like that too.

DJ9 · 06-10-2008, 11:29 AM

Thanks alot; the reflectors match good enough for me too.

Also, for those of you wondering...it takes about 5 to 10 minutes max, to unsecure and rescure the racks system mounts on the car; as I only put them on when I head to the mountains for a ride.

curveball99 · 04-18-2010, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ9

...it takes about 5 to 10 minutes max, to unsecure and rescure the racks system mounts on the car; as I only put them on when I head to the mountains for a ride.

Do you know if there are any speed limitations with the bikes mounted on a roof-rack? Part of the reason I purchased my current M-car (E39) was to get to and from the trailhead quickly and, in doing so, I've hit freeway speeds of 110-115mph enroute.

Also, are there any issues with higher g-forces taking a sweeper at, say, 80mph?

Up to now, I've been keeping my mtn bike in my trunk for fear of it ending up as carbon fiber freeway litter. However, I'm now compelled to haul my son's baseball equipment in my trunk much more frequently.

Thx

BulletproofM · 04-19-2010, 11:27 AM

The multi-purpose vehicle!

-Chris

06-09-2008, 02:25 PM	#1
DJ9 Captain 33 Rep 657 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3_SG Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: San Francisco/Marin County, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 M3 [0.00]	What makes an M car unique This is my 2nd M car; and with the exception off-roading, these cars can do just about anything. Not many cars can provide luxory, performance, and overall versatility like these can. Whether it's going out with the li'l lady, driving on the track, or doing some sport activity; these cars haven't let me down yet. For those of you that cycle, or plan to use your rack system, here's another alternative(IMO better) than the OEM version. I went for an early morning ride yesterday and thought I'd take a few pics of the rack system..have a look. Attached Images __________________ -Dave 2008 E92M3-Space Gray Eisenmann Sport Exhaust_MT/Loaded Last edited by DJ9; 06-10-2008 at 12:27 AM..
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

06-09-2008, 02:27 PM	#2
DJ9 Captain 33 Rep 657 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3_SG Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: San Francisco/Marin County, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 M3 [0.00]	closer pic Attached Images __________________ -Dave 2008 E92M3-Space Gray Eisenmann Sport Exhaust_MT/Loaded
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 02:33 PM	#3
!Xoible Banned 837 Rep 46,029 Posts Drives: .... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: . iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 M3 [4.00] 2007 335i [9.00] 2008 528i [8.00] 2006 Infiniti - G35 ... [8.00]	awesome man. i can never do that, but it's awesome to see someone taking advantage of that
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 02:53 PM	#4
Davinhci Colonel 55 Rep 2,484 Posts Drives: 08 M3 E92 & 08 E70 X5 4.8 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (6) Garage List 2008 M3 [0.00]	looks good, i'm glad you are able to do everything you want to do. __________________ 08 E92 AW M3 \| HRE P40 19" \| APE Air Filter \| BMW Performance Grills \| White Side Gills \| CF Mirror Covers \| BMW Performance Pedals \| F1 Pinnacle Tint \| V1 Hardwire \| Dinan Performance Software \| Gintani Exhaust \| H&R Sports Springs \| RPI Scoops \| BMW CF Spoiler \| Challenge Diffuser \| Lux H8 V3 \| LCI Tail Lights \|
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 02:58 PM	#5
Big Windy Major General 152 Rep 5,124 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	looks great. thule racks are awesome.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 03:20 PM	#6
sayemthree Major General 597 Rep 5,448 Posts Drives: ‘20 X3mC ‘20 Raptor ‘04 X3 6mt Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: usa so cal , AZ iTrader: (0)	thule rules. __________________ Fore Sale Rare 6 speed manual X3 3.oi silver over grey. PM me
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 03:32 PM	#7
farbarg First Lieutenant 28 Rep 311 Posts Drives: SSII e90 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Love it. Which base system is it? TIA
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 04:10 PM	#11
MDCTFTW Lieutenant Colonel 123 Rep 1,973 Posts Drives: E92 DCT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Norcal iTrader: (0)	Painted reflectors don't match so well huh? __________________ MDCT ... so you can drive and eat a hamburger at the same time.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-09-2008, 11:04 PM	#13
moog55 Major 55 Rep 1,113 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Seattle iTrader: (1)	lookin good! space gray ftw!
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-10-2008, 09:46 AM	#15
montreal red chris 278 Rep 12,144 Posts Drives: White Boat Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (31)	love your roof rack and i think your reflectors match pretty well... not 100% but i'd be happy with something like that too. __________________ Current: 2013 F10 M5 & 2016 Mini JCW 2013 GLK350 (gone), 997.1 GT3RS (gone), 2009 WRX STI (gone), e92 M3 (gone)
	Appreciate 0 Quote

06-10-2008, 11:29 AM	#16
DJ9 Captain 33 Rep 657 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 M3_SG Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: San Francisco/Marin County, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 M3 [0.00]	Thanks alot; the reflectors match good enough for me too. Also, for those of you wondering...it takes about 5 to 10 minutes max, to unsecure and rescure the racks system mounts on the car; as I only put them on when I head to the mountains for a ride. __________________ -Dave 2008 E92M3-Space Gray Eisenmann Sport Exhaust_MT/Loaded
	Appreciate 0 Quote

04-19-2010, 11:27 AM	#18
BulletproofM Lieutenant 60 Rep 457 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	The multi-purpose vehicle! -Chris
	Appreciate 0 Quote