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Just_me · 05-08-2007, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by cawimmer430

It just didn't feel special. Either this car was an exception or I don't know a good manual when I drive one.

too many automatics for you, you have forgot how a proper gearbox feels like

I dont know what you expected but the gearboxes is precise with a nice resistence when changing gear. Its not exact and short shifting like a real sportcar gearbox but the gearboxes in bmw are well-known to be in the top in their "ordinary" cars compared to otehr german carmakers, (hence MB and Audi).
Then again you claimed the interior materials is better in 3-series than 1-serie when many reviews complain on the interior in 1er. I know bmw has listen to the critics so the interiors has been improved in facelifted 1er.
Maybe you like to go your own way, against others opinions

cawimmer430 · 05-08-2007, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Just_me

Nah, bmw 5-gear boxes got awarded a lot too but its true the 6 -speed is a new and improved gearbox.

In that case, the 6-speed must clearly be better by a wide margin.

Like I said, the 5-speed wasn't bad at all, but it didn't feel like the transmission described in most BMW reviews.

cawimmer430 · 05-08-2007, 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Just_me

too many automatics for you, you have forgot how a proper gearbox feels like

I dont know what you expected but the gearboxes is precise with a nice resistence when changing gear. Its not exact and short shifting like a real sportcar gearbox but the gearboxes in bmw are well-known to be in the top in their "ordinary" cars compared to otehr german carmakers, (hence MB and Audi).
Then again you claimed the interior materials is better in 3-series than 1-serie when many reviews complain on the interior in 1er. I know bmw has listen to the critics so the interiors has been improved in facelifted 1er.
Maybe you like to go your own way, against others opinions

LOL probably.

Regarding the interior, I do feel that the 1-Series interior is a little better built. And I also think the 3-Series interior looks good with the proper materials and colors. Overall though, I just feel that the 1-Series interior feels better built overall.

And I was always a person who stated his opinion. Peer pressure cannot change my mind.

Mr. M · 05-08-2007, 07:39 AM

Nice review Wimmer, can't wait to see the 1er of your own.

And yes, don't think I'm a pervert for one second, but I think your sis is hot.

bmer · 05-08-2007, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Mirage77

And yes, don't think I'm a pervert for one second, but I think your sis is hot.

Agreed, she should do modeling!

cawimmer430 · 05-08-2007, 10:21 AM

Thanks Mirage and Bmer.

She might actually work for NATO. Interestingly enough she was never interested in modelling.

Giannis · 05-08-2007, 12:36 PM

for NATO? What is she, a commando?

bmer · 05-08-2007, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Giannis

for NATO? What is she, a commando?

LOL be careful, Giannis. You might be in a sniper rifle crosshair as we speak!

NarutoRamen · 05-08-2007, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mirage77

And yes, don't think I'm a pervert for one second, but I think your sis is hot.

I second that!

Quote:

Originally Posted by cawimmer430

Thanks Mirage and Bmer.

She might actually work for NATO. Interestingly enough she was never interested in modelling.

NATO eh? Damn...so she is a beauty that kills? LOL

cawimmer430 · 05-09-2007, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Giannis

for NATO? What is she, a commando?

Yep.

Nah, a deskjob.

Mr. Chigga_Chan · 05-09-2007, 10:25 AM

Thanks for the great review Christian, as always, detailed and informative. Even though many of the things you say may be "subjective," I tend to trust your comments and conclusions.

Nice pics, wish we could have had more and its great that you're doing cars other than MB now.

cawimmer430 · 05-09-2007, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Chigga_Chan

Thanks for the great review Christian, as always, detailed and informative. Even though many of the things you say may be "subjective," I tend to trust your comments and conclusions.

Nice pics, wish we could have had more and its great that you're doing cars other than MB now.

Thanks Mr. CC.

I always try to be as objective and honest as possible in my reviews. I think I am doing a good job at it too!

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