[Jeef Beef]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

Dude dont get any M3 under an 09. The older idrive is so shit compared to the new one and manual sux. DCT really makes all the difference in the M

Automatic might suck compared to DCT, but manual is for those who haven't traded in their left leg to the devil in exchange for computer operated clutches.

[Stuart@BMRAutowerkes]

If I were ever in the position to buy an M3 It'd be a tough choice between manual and DCT... I've driven the DCT and it is a fantastic gearbox but a manual V8 RWD coupe is hard to go past.

[sbce90]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

I missed you apu! Everytime i go into a 7-eleven it always reminds me of you!

Try not to ban me this time and ill see if i can hang around longer Im running out of RossiM3 username combos!

We'll be nice this time. I think we moderately annoyed some of the E46F guys too. o.O

Now we just need to wait for your bestie Hugh Grant to appear.

[johnnydad]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

Dude dont get any M3 under an 09. The older idrive is so shit compared to the new one and manual sux. DCT really makes all the difference in the M

I regularly use both iDrives and honestly prefer the earlier one actually. It also has a nicer feel to its controller IMHO.

DCT is absolutely awesome on the track, agreed. Yet I'd prefer manual for 99% of my driving - so I'm quite happy they are worth less

[sbce90]

Short cut buttons are great. Using an old idrive i found myself aimlessly tapping the trim-piece where the buttons should be. Needless to say I felt a bit silly.

[Chris.G]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

The shortcut buttons make such a difference too. Navigating the old idrive was so frustrating. Trying to go back and forth from menus etc.

I must agree, the new idrive is light years ahead of the prehistoric one that was in my 335.

[MFKN3]

Far out Rossi, you sound like a dealer!

I like the DCT, but prefer the 'connection' with 6MT and went out of my way to buy one. The new i-drive is nice, but not +$10-20k nice. I-drive poos on anything merc or lexus offer that I have seen, so the new i-drive is real good!

When you do laps up chapel st, can you keep DCT locked in 1st so you can sit on 7,000rpm to help attract broads?

[WOPALX]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

Dude the old idrive is slow. The screen is shit and small compared to the updated one. The graphics and display are terrible. Plus with the harddrive in the 09 the nav is 1000 times faster rather then loading from shitty DVD. Plus u can store music on the hdd etc.

Until BMW put POI's (speed camera, red light camera etc) on the Navi as standard no HDD navi for me. It's just too easy to get the disk hacked so they appear on the screen which saves heaps in potential fines.

[WOPALX]

Originally Posted by MFKN3

c*ck for cash perhaps

Finally your upgrading method explained

[johnnydad]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

Dude the old idrive is slow. The screen is shit and small compared to the updated one. The graphics and display are terrible. Plus with the harddrive in the 09 the nav is 1000 times faster rather then loading from shitty DVD. Plus u can store music on the hdd etc.

Nav certainly is a bit faster, address input is slightly easier and graphics are clearer and crisper with higher resolution - I still prefer the colours and style of the older version. And really, the local nav isn't that good on either compared to the way they work in Europe. TBH I haven't measured the screens but can't say the older one is discernably smaller?

Shortcut buttons mean I have to look down at the cluster (until memorised) whereas I'd rather navigate through by moving and holding the knob for 3 secs. Also find the single 'Menu' button easier to find if I need to navigate back.

I quite agree there are advantages of the newer technology but still think the ergonomics of the original are better once you are familiar.

[MFKN3]

Originally Posted by WOPALX

Finally your upgrading method explained

Nah man, I think I found his secret...

http://melbourne.craigslist.com.au/hss/2319447904.html

[Rivenscyr]

Rossi likes DCT so he can entertain the fatimas he picks up with his spare hand and leg.

And of course repair customers BIC lighters on the go

[Chris.G]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

wog chicks love the interior of the M3 specially DCT "WOW do you have paddles like a ferrari! OMG thats so cool"

No ULEH! In RHD countries the wog chicks love aggressive lookin X5's.

[Chris.G]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

Post a pic of your X5 chris, i have no idea what your ride even looks like!

There is quite a few shots.
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showpo...8&postcount=67

[Rivenscyr]

Pics or it didn't happen rossi

[Rivenscyr]

Pics of a Fatima wetting herself over your leather seats

Then a pic of your car. Got no idea what it looks like

[johnnydad]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

I mostly use the voice commands for address input. I find it easier then using the idrive. Plus it gives bonus points when the fatimas see me use it.

Do the non M 3 series have voice command? TBH its pretty shit and slow. BMW could have done a better job with voice command. Its only usefull for destination input and telephone book

With the Professional nav I think - mine does. It's stupid though - sometimes use it for phone commands or to get to a particular radio station. If you try and show it to anyone they start talking and ruin it.

[Rivenscyr]

nice brah

i like the colour combination

[QLD]

Sweet

[Stuart@BMRAutowerkes]

rossi you don't like the full length carbon lips? CF lip on AW is damn hot!

[sbce90]

Whose M3 is the other one? Are they the ADV.1s? And do you have a sticker on the rear 3/4 window??

[sbce90]

Originally Posted by M3Rossi

What with all the questions Sandip?

Would you be annoyed if I answered your question with another question?