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Hello, I tried posting this in the Newbie Group, but I have gotten 0 response.

Anywho, I just ordered an '05 330ci and I was just wondering what I need to look out for. What issues have people noticed?

I do not have the Step-Tronic. Just a regular 6-speed manual. I did get the Nav system, xenon/adaptive headlights, moonroof, ZHP, Cold Weather Package. No BMW Assist. No built in phone.

Not bragging, just to give a clear picture. Let me hear your experiences!
 
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Rough ride for 330i with performance package

I just pruchased a 330i and love everything about it but the suspension seems to be a bit too stiff. It makes for a rough ride on some rural roads. Anyone have this problem? Is there anything I can do? When I am on main road ride is great.
 
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gene2598 said:
Hello, I tried posting this in the Newbie Group, but I have gotten 0 response.

Anywho, I just ordered an '05 330ci and I was just wondering what I need to look out for. What issues have people noticed?

I do not have the Step-Tronic. Just a regular 6-speed manual. I did get the Nav system, xenon/adaptive headlights, moonroof, ZHP, Cold Weather Package. No BMW Assist. No built in phone.

Not bragging, just to give a clear picture. Let me hear your experiences!
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My dealer told me that the '05 ci's will possibly be the 4-series, I guess not. So the 05's are already out and able to be ordered? Any changes?
 
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'05 3-series

The four-door models are changing to look more like the 5 series. The Coupe's are not changing body styles until the '06-'07 models. There are NO changes for the '05 330ci. I was able to order one, but the final pricing will not be available until late Aug. I am not taking delivery in Nov. anyway. Have to get my SUV paid off first. Don't want two car payments! I THINK that earliest delivery is in September or October.

As far as 4 series name? No idea when that'll happen, but I know mine is a 330ci.

Hope this helps
 
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Just random stuff. No real issues. Control arm is possibly one, although I haven't heard many complaints at all about it. Window regulators and the sunshade clip failing are much more common, but that's minor stuff and isn't likely to be seen on a brand new car.

And give a little more time when waiting for responses. You're posting in the middle of the day when most people are at work. Responses will come.
 
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What do you mean, Control Arm?

Anywho, thanks for the response. The first time I posted this question was many days ago in the Newbie Room. I didn't get fustrated until I waited for a while. It was only when I posted to the 3-series room when I got some responses.

My posts are "off-timed" with other people because I live in Germany. I CAN'T WAIT TO GET MY CAR AND DRIVE IT HERE!!!! [driving2] [?|]
 
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gene2598 said:
The four-door models are changing to look more like the 5 series. The Coupe's are not changing body styles until the '06-'07 models. There are NO changes for the '05 330ci. I was able to order one, but the final pricing will not be available until late Aug. I am not taking delivery in Nov. anyway. Have to get my SUV paid off first. Don't want two car payments! I THINK that earliest delivery is in September or October.

As far as 4 series name? No idea when that'll happen, but I know mine is a 330ci.

Hope this helps
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So the '05 3 series sedan will be an updated body?
 
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I have a couple of reasons for not waiting.

1) Could you really wait in my situation? Living in Germany and getting to drive on the autobahn.

2) I am getting a special military discount. I can only get this while I am stationed in Germany. That is only until June of 2005.

3) I really like the current style.
 
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