Updated iDrive on '09 US Spec Confirmed - Page 8

reinaldo335 · 09-01-2008, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. T

Oh no.......she didn't say new iDrive

there will be new i drive, thats for sure.

e90330msport · 09-01-2008, 04:52 PM

Just checked the UK online configurator for the M3 Coupe and guess what…… it shows the new idrive controller.

Now BMW UK has already confirm the new idrive in the ’09 M3, so I just quickly checked the US configurator, it also shows new idrive controller!!!

Do we all believe now the new idrive is coming to ALL ’09 M3?

Lets hear the doubters now!!!! Is this not 100% proof?

bmwsloy · 09-01-2008, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by e90330msport

Just checked the UK online configurator for the M3 Coupe and guess what…… it shows the new idrive controller.

Now BMW UK has already confirm the new idrive in the ’09 M3, so I just quickly checked the US configurator, it also shows new idrive controller!!!

Do we all believe now the new idrive is coming to ALL ’09 M3?

Lets hear the doubters now!!!! Is this not 100% proof?

Nice find on the US website! Pretty funny that we're still configuring 2008s with a 2009 feature. Oh well, makes me even happier to see that on the US website. Now if they could only track my car. Damn the Owner's Circle website sucks!

reinaldo335 · 09-01-2008, 09:42 PM

in 2002 e46 they updated the idrive at the same time they did in UK, they are just waiting for 2008's m3s to be sold.

Big Windy · 09-02-2008, 12:04 AM

i will have a pic not later than 21 sep of a us spec car and then we'll all know one way or the other. i'm sure somebody will snap a pic at the factory sooner, though.

Captain Scott · 09-02-2008, 10:17 AM

The new baby is complete and waiting to be released.
I was advised by email today from BMW that the baby is installed with the new Idrive.

Let the wait begin, can anybody tell me about how long it takes now that the car is complete and ready to be released ? a rough guess is fine as well

Thanks
Scott

Dr. T · 09-02-2008, 11:04 AM

My E93 should be in the same group as yours. And yours has the new iDrive..Excellent! My dealer told me it would not have the new system. Glad they're wrong.

Captain Scott · 09-02-2008, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. T

My E93 should be in the same group as yours. And yours has the new iDrive..Excellent! My dealer told me it would not have the new system. Glad they're wrong.

Good morning Doctor, Just to make sure we are on the same page. Your new baby is being born, and delivered to the new daddy as an 09 correct?

If so, you are safe! and get the cigars ready.

i will take a Ashton 898, PM me and I will tell you where to send it.

Scott

Dr. T · 09-02-2008, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Captain Scott

Good morning Doctor, Just to make sure we are on the same page. Your new baby is being born, and delivered to the new daddy as an 09 correct?

If so, you are safe! and get the cigars ready.

i will take a Ashton 898, PM me and I will tell you where to send it.

Scott

Correct. I got the message from the dealer on the 27th that it was in production. When I asked about the new iDrive he said no it's the old system. I told him if it's the old system I'll pass and wait for it. He was going to check to confirm but I haven't heard back. (They have ten '08 M3s on the lot so I can see why they may not want the "new and improved" version info out any sooner than they have to. Sounds like it may be time to start planning the arrival celebration

AZ-BMW · 09-02-2008, 06:00 PM

E-Mail reply today from BMWNA regarding new iDrive on my wk36 Build M3 E93:

"Thank you for contacting BMW of North America, LLC regarding the upcoming BMW M3 Convertible. We appreciate your interest and enthusiasm for our vehicles.
BMW has not released any information on the 2009 BMW M3 Convertible at this time. I suggest staying in touch with us through our website, www.bmwusa.com, for product updates and releases.
If you have any further questions, please respond to this e-mail or contact the Customer Relations and Services Department at 1-800-831-1117, Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M., Eastern Standard Time. Again, thank you for contacting BMW."

E-Mail reply today from my BMWAG, Werk Regensburg, contact in the factory:

"I think I have good news for you. as i enquired is the start of production of your M3 covertible at September 4th. All new built cars from September 1st are built with the new selection i Drive. So you have the most actually version which is available. For any further questions I'll be at your disposal."

Discussion Closed

Sedan_Clan · 09-02-2008, 07:40 PM

I just hope PencilGeek makes good on his bet.

Captain Scott · 09-02-2008, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

I just hope PencilGeek makes good on his bet.

He will, a man of his word. I know that for a fact.

TLud · 09-02-2008, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

I just hope PencilGeek makes good on his bet.

Lol. What a piece of work that guy was.

In all fairness though, I want to wait until we have visual proof of the new iDrive system in an E92. PencilGeek seems like a standup guy, and I have no worries that he'll renege on the bet like westy did. Regardless, as we've both said before, this bet was all about keeping this hot topic interesting, not the money. If we lived in the same area, I'd just as soon let him buy me a cold one or have him take a goofy picture with his car and post it on the forum (open to the latter idea).

Sedan_Clan · 09-02-2008, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by PencilGeek

Of course I will honor the bet. I'm shocked that you would even question my integrity without even knowing me.

Thanks to the others who have vouched for me.

Take two steps back.............breathe...........relax...............and read my post again. I wasn't necessarily questioning your integrity. I don't know you personally, which is why I said that I hope you do honor the bet (..in other words, attempting to give you the benefit of the doubt). Hell, I even added a smiley to assert that I wasn't being malevolent. Sheez!

Captain Scott · 09-02-2008, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TLud

Lol. What a piece of work that guy was.

In all fairness though, I want to wait until we have visual proof of the new iDrive system in an E92. PencilGeek seems like a standup guy, and I have no worries that he'll renege on the bet like westy did. Regardless, as we've both said before, this bet was all about keeping this hot topic interesting, not the money. If we lived in the same area, I'd just as soon let him buy me a cold one or have him take a goofy picture with his car and post it on the forum (open to the latter idea).

Hi your Honor

I do not think you have anything to worry about.
If you want a goofy picture, I will send you a few of me.

TLud · 09-02-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by PencilGeek

Of course I will honor the bet. I'm on record in this thread saying that I hope these guys get the iDrive and hope I lose the bet. I'm shocked that you would even question my integrity without even knowing me.

Thanks to the others who have vouched for me.

TLud, better get your paypal email address ready for me...looks like I'll be sending you $100 in a few weeks.

PG, I like your positive attitude. I'll shoot you my addy when we get final confirmation.

For the record, Sedan_Clan was poking at another guy on the forum who didn't follow through on a bet he lost with a different forum member. His comment was not intended to cast aspersions on your character.

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Originally Posted by Captain Scott

Hi your Honor

I do not think you have anything to worry about.
If you want a goofy picture, I will send you a few of me.

Shoot away, buddy. I'm still stuck in the office and could use a good laugh.

09-02-2008, 11:04 AM	#161
Dr. T Private Drives: 996TT Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 66 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 E93 M3 [0.00] 2004 FX35 [0.00] 2006 Tundra [0.00] 2003 996TT [0.00] 2002 S2000 [0.00]	My E93 should be in the same group as yours. And yours has the new iDrive..Excellent! My dealer told me it would not have the new system. Glad they're wrong. __________________ 2009 E93 M3 2003 996TT 2002 S2000 2006 Tundra 2004 FX35

09-02-2008, 06:00 PM	#164
AZ-BMW Captain Drives: 2009 M3 E93 w/DCT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Sunny, Warm AZ Posts: 971 iTrader: (0)	Final Word on the New iDrive E-Mail reply today from BMWNA regarding new iDrive on my wk36 Build M3 E93: "Thank you for contacting BMW of North America, LLC regarding the upcoming BMW M3 Convertible. We appreciate your interest and enthusiasm for our vehicles. BMW has not released any information on the 2009 BMW M3 Convertible at this time. I suggest staying in touch with us through our website, www.bmwusa.com, for product updates and releases. If you have any further questions, please respond to this e-mail or contact the Customer Relations and Services Department at 1-800-831-1117, Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M., Eastern Standard Time. Again, thank you for contacting BMW." E-Mail reply today from my BMWAG, Werk Regensburg, contact in the factory: "I think I have good news for you. as i enquired is the start of production of your M3 covertible at September 4th. *All new built cars from September 1st are built with the new selection i Drive.* So you have the most actually version which is available. For any further questions I'll be at your disposal." Discussion Closed __________________ 2009 AW M3 E93 - Black Novillo\|DCT\|ZTP\|ZPP\|752 Enh Audio\|4UT\|Heated Seats\|6FL\|6NF\| For jpg's: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...=186382&page=4 Traded: 2007 335i E93

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09-01-2008, 04:52 PM	#156
e90330msport Private Drives: AW E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 73 iTrader: (0)	Just checked the UK online configurator for the M3 Coupe and guess what…… it shows the new idrive controller. Now BMW UK has already confirm the new idrive in the ’09 M3, so I just quickly checked the US configurator, it also shows new idrive controller!!! Do we all believe now the new idrive is coming to ALL ’09 M3? Lets hear the doubters now!!!! Is this not 100% proof?

09-01-2008, 09:42 PM	#158
reinaldo335 First Lieutenant Drives: m3 ZCP 6MT, on order 09 m3 6MT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: puerto rico Posts: 351 iTrader: (0)	in 2002 e46 they updated the idrive at the same time they did in UK, they are just waiting for 2008's m3s to be sold.

09-02-2008, 12:04 AM	#159
Big Windy Major General Drives: audi s4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: seatac, wa Posts: 5,124 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 E92 M3 [4.50] 2000 Saleen S281 Su ... [0.00]	i will have a pic not later than 21 sep of a us spec car and then we'll all know one way or the other. i'm sure somebody will snap a pic at the factory sooner, though.

09-02-2008, 10:17 AM	#160
Captain Scott Second Lieutenant Drives: 09 E92 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: St Paul MN Posts: 252 iTrader: (0)	The new baby is complete and waiting to be released. I was advised by email today from BMW that the baby is installed with the new Idrive. Let the wait begin, can anybody tell me about how long it takes now that the car is complete and ready to be released ? a rough guess is fine as well Thanks Scott

09-02-2008, 07:40 PM	#165
Sedan_Clan Capoeirista Extraordinaire! Drives: AW E92 M3 (prev. an E90 IB M3) Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The Twilight Zone! Or running your plates... Posts: 4,433 iTrader: (10)	I just hope PencilGeek makes good on his bet.