New Member... couple quick questions

billym7 · 10-29-2005, 10:14 PM

Hello everyone, my forum name isn't hoping for an M7, however hot that would be, its just my name with my last initial, and who know's what the 7 is for...anyways a few questions regarding the 330xi that I am considering purchasing...

I currently drive a 2001 jetta 1.8t, and i love the car, but am worried about the build quality of another german car, do you guys and girls have any reliability problems with the new 3 series? i am worried that this may not be a reliable car, i am 21 years old and this is gonna be my first BMW.

i'm excited about it, i have been trying to decide between a acura tl or tsx and a bmw 330xi, i really want the all wheel drive, please give me some insight into the quality of this vehicle. i have already read most of the posts on this forum no one seems to be complaining about reliabilty but figured i would come out and ask directly.

thanks people!

theclay · 10-29-2005, 10:23 PM

I was considering Audi or BMW and I went with the Bimmer, no regrets! Great car!

My brother in law has an E46 330xi and hasn't had any problems.

My sister drives one of those Acuras and now she wants a Bimmer. I would too, ugly car for the money IMO.

David328M-Sport · 10-29-2005, 11:59 PM

no reliablity problems from my 1992 e36, none from my 1998 e46 and none from my 2005 e90.

Go for it!!

northerncalguy · 10-30-2005, 01:37 AM

To be fair and honest, the 2005/6 E90 is way too new to expose any long term reliability issues -- one cannot say either way. So far, the majority of complaints have been minor including rattles and software/computer/functionality related...nothing major like fire hazards, engines dying, etc. The car is well-made and deserves to be looked at seriously -- more so if you are thinking about a new car. Good luck and make the right choice.

PS. No Japanese car drives like a BMW, none.

afocoryw20 · 10-30-2005, 06:13 PM

If you can afford the car I would say GET IT! I love mine 325xi.....

benoitch · 10-30-2005, 06:59 PM

we have had 6 Bimmers so far in the familly (me, 2 and my father, 4). No problems with any of them. Sure there are always little things that can happen to any brand. but nothing important. So far, the E90 is too young to really know.

Forgot, my father's 545i had quite a lot of problems. Mostly all related to iDrive and elevtronics all of which were refined and upgraded with the E90.

I wouldn't worry too much about it.

Nikki · 10-30-2005, 07:05 PM

My TSX is for sale

theclay · 10-30-2005, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikki

My TSX is for sale

I think my sister's is too. Maybe it's a chick car?

Nikki · 10-30-2005, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by theclay

I think my sister's is too. Maybe it's a chick car?

I dunno, honestly I've only seen one girl driving one ever, and about 100 guys driving them.

Dani · 10-30-2005, 11:15 PM

my last car was an Acura Integra and when I got it I thought it was a nice quality car (especiallly for my price range at the time) bu tafter owning my E90 I really don't think Acura is up to the same quality. It is certainly better than American cars but not nearly the level of BMW. The car got little dents from the sligtest bump from someone else's car door, the leather seats seemed were very worn after only 3 years and low milage.

While I can't tell you how an E90 will age I can tell you Acura did not meet my expectations over time and you are starting with better quality on the BMW to begin with.

Nikki · 10-30-2005, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dani

While I can't tell you how an E90 will age I can tell you Acura did not meet my expectations over time and you are starting with better quality on the BMW to begin with.

Good summary, I also had an integra and I agree.
The japanese cars will last longer and be more reliable,
but you will probably not be as happy with them,
unless you don't have very high expectations.

Oz · 10-30-2005, 11:26 PM

I would get the E90 because it suits your age well, has a good resalve value, and the handing of this car is exceptional as well as the interior/exterior design compared to the other cars you mentioned

My family owns a 03 X5 and we haven't had a single problem with it so far. I had my E90 for over 2 months now and no problems yet!

ase2dais · 10-31-2005, 08:29 AM

I dont know how unbias opinions you'll get from a BMW forum

benoitch · 10-31-2005, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ase2dais

I dont know how unbias opinions you'll get from a BMW forum

Well said

But still, you cannot compare an Integra with a 330 or 325. They're not the same kind of car. Also, Acura's are cars that likes, loves, to be redlined and high rev'd. Otherwise, they lose some kick and fun. However, the newer ones, namely TL, have changed that a little (going for 6 cyl). Don't forget these are all FWD: not the same dynamics as RWD. Even in AWD, they usually favor the front.

It's all a matter of taste. Personnaly, I grew tired of high-rev'g cars and FWD. I simply love my BMW.

davinet78 · 10-31-2005, 09:31 AM

i also had a jetta before buying the bmw and the difference in quality is sooooooo much you cant even start to compare them so go for a bmw and youll be a bmw fan forever

Jesse Wilson · 10-31-2005, 09:34 AM

I really don't think that you will have many problems with a BMW. Sure there are a few lemons and sure the E90 being so new there might be something discovered down the road. We have 4 years to find it at their expense, so I am not worried about it. Our family has had close to 20 BMW's over the past 40 years and we haven't found a reason to stop buying them.

Jesse

10-29-2005, 10:14 PM	#1
billym7 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: BMW 330xi (SOON!) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Jamaica, Queenz, NYC iTrader: (0)	New Member... couple quick questions Hello everyone, my forum name isn't hoping for an M7, however hot that would be, its just my name with my last initial, and who know's what the 7 is for...anyways a few questions regarding the 330xi that I am considering purchasing... I currently drive a 2001 jetta 1.8t, and i love the car, but am worried about the build quality of another german car, do you guys and girls have any reliability problems with the new 3 series? i am worried that this may not be a reliable car, i am 21 years old and this is gonna be my first BMW. i'm excited about it, i have been trying to decide between a acura tl or tsx and a bmw 330xi, i really want the all wheel drive, please give me some insight into the quality of this vehicle. i have already read most of the posts on this forum no one seems to be complaining about reliabilty but figured i would come out and ask directly. thanks people!
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10-29-2005, 10:23 PM	#2
theclay Lieutenant 20 Rep 510 Posts Drives: '06 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles, Ca. iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I was considering Audi or BMW and I went with the Bimmer, no regrets! Great car! My brother in law has an E46 330xi and hasn't had any problems. My sister drives one of those Acuras and now she wants a Bimmer. I would too, ugly car for the money IMO. __________________ Jet Black, Black Leather, Aluminum Trim, Sport, Premium, Steptronic, 35% tint
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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)	no reliablity problems from my 1992 e36, none from my 1998 e46 and none from my 2005 e90. Go for 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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10-30-2005, 01:37 AM	#4
northerncalguy Throw your hands in the air, if you's a true playa. 79 Rep 436 Posts Drives: 2006 325i, 2014 435i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	To be fair and honest, the 2005/6 E90 is way too new to expose any long term reliability issues -- one cannot say either way. So far, the majority of complaints have been minor including rattles and software/computer/functionality related...nothing major like fire hazards, engines dying, etc. The car is well-made and deserves to be looked at seriously -- more so if you are thinking about a new car. Good luck and make the right choice. PS. No Japanese car drives like a BMW, none. __________________
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10-30-2005, 06:13 PM	#5
afocoryw20 Lieutenant 12 Rep 456 Posts Drives: X3 + 325xi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: New Jerz iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325XI [0.00] 2005 X3 [0.00] 1990 Mercedes Benz ... [0.00]	If you can afford the car I would say GET IT! I love mine 325xi.....
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10-30-2005, 06:59 PM	#6
benoitch Captain 19 Rep 959 Posts Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Great white North of Montreal iTrader: (0)	we have had 6 Bimmers so far in the familly (me, 2 and my father, 4). No problems with any of them. Sure there are always little things that can happen to any brand. but nothing important. So far, the E90 is too young to really know. Forgot, my father's 545i had quite a lot of problems. Mostly all related to iDrive and elevtronics all of which were refined and upgraded with the E90. I wouldn't worry too much about it. __________________ E90 SG,SP, Manual,PP,Terra http://www.benoitchampagne.com
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10-30-2005, 07:05 PM	#7
Nikki Major General 998 Rep 6,381 Posts Drives: Sepang Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: LA iTrader: (9)	My TSX is for sale __________________ Nikki
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10-30-2005, 11:15 PM	#10
Dani Major 51 Rep 1,022 Posts Drives: 2006 325I Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	my last car was an Acura Integra and when I got it I thought it was a nice quality car (especiallly for my price range at the time) bu tafter owning my E90 I really don't think Acura is up to the same quality. It is certainly better than American cars but not nearly the level of BMW. The car got little dents from the sligtest bump from someone else's car door, the leather seats seemed were very worn after only 3 years and low milage. While I can't tell you how an E90 will age I can tell you Acura did not meet my expectations over time and you are starting with better quality on the BMW to begin with.
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10-30-2005, 11:26 PM	#12
Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I would get the E90 because it suits your age well, has a good resalve value, and the handing of this car is exceptional as well as the interior/exterior design compared to the other cars you mentioned My family owns a 03 X5 and we haven't had a single problem with it so far. I had my E90 for over 2 months now and no problems yet! __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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10-31-2005, 08:29 AM	#13
ase2dais //Mdicted 349 Rep 9,988 Posts Drives: a Cop Magnet Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 495 Ring iTrader: (18) Garage List 2009 e92 M3 DCT CF ... [10.00] 2015 S-Works Roubaix [0.00] 2013 Trek Madone 5.9 [9.50] 2012 Scott - CR1-Pro [10.00] 2008 e92 M3 6MT (Up ... [10.00] 2002 e46 M3 Cabriol ... [7.00] 2006 e90-325i (DD) [7.00] 2002 e39 M5 (retired) [9.50]	I dont know how unbias opinions you'll get from a BMW forum __________________ Oo\(lll)'(lll)/oO : 2009-e92 ///M3 SpaceGry DCT CF Rf/Trim ZTP ZPP ZCW Sat/PrmSd : \_lOOl___lOOl_/<< Clickies
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10-31-2005, 09:31 AM	#15
davinet78 Lieutenant Colonel 28 Rep 1,832 Posts Drives: bmw e90 320d Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: gibraltar(europe) iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 bmw 320d E90 [0.00]	i also had a jetta before buying the bmw and the difference in quality is sooooooo much you cant even start to compare them so go for a bmw and youll be a bmw fan forever __________________ e90 320d,arktis,lumber support, hifi speaker, alarm, dakota beige, 162 18", xenon with washer spray,window chrome trimmings, professional radio, 6 cd changer wood trimmings 6 speed manual.
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10-31-2005, 09:34 AM	#16
Jesse Wilson Lieutenant 12 Rep 409 Posts Drives: 2006 325I Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tempe, AZ iTrader: (2)	I really don't think that you will have many problems with a BMW. Sure there are a few lemons and sure the E90 being so new there might be something discovered down the road. We have 4 years to find it at their expense, so I am not worried about it. Our family has had close to 20 BMW's over the past 40 years and we haven't found a reason to stop buying them. Jesse
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