M pack with or without adaptive suspension, pre LCI or post is actually 4 different setups. Some suck. Suck comfort lol. It is an everyday car in the end.
My fav option on my 2015 F30 is definitely the Heads-up Display, I love that thing. If I ever change the car, I will not buy one without it. A must have.
Also you forgot about some nice to have options like: big navigation, extended instrument cluster, and heads-up display. These are the most important options the f30 should have in my opinion...
Believe it or not, there are adults out there who don't want all of that bs and just want to drive their cars. Just like adults who want to build dark, quiet PCs that just work without LEDs whirring and blinking everywhere. Not all of us are bug men.
I'm just an 18 year old South African guy who's never really driven a BMW but I've always been passionate about the brand Regardless I've always loved your channel and I know I'll be well informed when I get my own one day!
Nuthin wrong with being passionate about a brand of car! And there are plenty of BMW enthusiasts that will gladly discuss any and every aspect of driving. I've appreciated BMW ever since I was a kid but it took me until 3 years ago (at the age of 33) before I bought my first. The 2010 550i M Sport kind of just fell in my lap and I couldn't let myself miss the opportunity to own and drive such a beautifully crafted machine. Unfortunately that 550i was totalled in an accident during a cross country trip. A few months later I bought a nearly identical (just a handful of minor options that make up the difference between the two) 550i. About 4 months ago I came across a 2013 328i M Sport that I couldn't pass up either. Now it's hard to get me out of that car! It's never too early, or too late, to stumble into a love for an amazing brand like BMW. I hope to hear of you having your very own someday! Do you have anything in particular that you would prefer to own?
@@joshmocherman5528 Hey Josh, you seem like a nice guy man! 550 is my dream BMW, but for now the 06 330i is good. I have a question, does the 5 series have a lot of problems? Sounds like a subjective question but looking to hear your feedback
@@joshmocherman5528 thanks for being so kind My ideal BMW garage consists of the BMW E60 M5, the E90 335i M sport in manual, the E46 M3 Coupe, the M2 Competition and the 1M Coupe If I could own at least 3 and have an experience of driving the rest I think I'll be satisfied I've always liked the M550i btw, I think it's a great blend of performance and comfort I also like how it sounds, the V8 growl from it sounds more aggressive than that of the M5
As a 30 year old south african with a modded 340 that's pushing about 500 horses, you'll get there. Work hard, learn how to wrench, get something with a B58 and have some fun.
@@JosueHernandez-nu5cp the biggest reliability issue with a BMW is the transmission and engine electrics - the regular interior features are no more unreliable than on any other car.
Great video Justin! Back in 2016 when I first got into BMWs I had no idea about all the different options you could get on the E90s. Now that I have been around them for a while now I try to help people by informing them about the different options to look out for. Keep up the great content!
Just got a 340i a few weeks ago and I got really lucky with how little research I did. Watching this video now made me realize it was an absolute gem find
@milenhristov7080 I've had mine 3.5 years now and absolutely love it. Not had any problems. Yearly service and oil change and that's it. Been a dream to drive and I have no interest in getting a new car anytime soon
I can relate. My first bmw was a 2006 525xi. Had the cold weather package. Then I started to research the e60 and started experiencing buyers remorse. Couple years later I found a 2008 550i lci. All the options you mentioned. Love the style 172 rims! Still have the car today. Huge upgrade from the 525. Rear wheel drive, and the 4.8l v8!! Amazing car!
I have never owned a BMW nor been much of a BMW fan but, I’ve always really enjoyed your channel. The quality and production are top notch and a pleasure to watch. Keep grinding! And congrats on 200k!
Upgraded from an E46 to an F30, and I instantly miss the Harman/Kardon sound system. The difference is night and day, definitely take the time to find an HK system. Great content as always Justin.
I believe the cold weather package also comes with heated mirrors and a recirculating mode that uses heat from the engine to warm the car while you’re shopping/ getting groceries etc. BMW have so many hidden feature and quirks it just makes ownership so special and fun lol.
All roofs should come black. You have a great eye. Sometimes you think your the only one that feels or thinks a certain way. But again black roofs keeps it looking crisp n fresh. & over time that beige/gray lining gets dirty & it’s pain to clean as well.
M sport is the first package I look for, followed by tech package for HUD and bigger screen. I got super lucky with mine as it came fully loaded, red seats, and the M sport brakes! Feel like that's unicorn level.
I got Msport package, HUD, Digital Cockpit, electric heated seats, adaptive headlights and lots of other extras on my MANUAL 430i, talk about unicorns lol
Just own cars without all these options, problem solved. I have a 333bhp Opel Astra J OPC, no comfort access, no PDC, no backup camera, but the cold start and factory LSD just cancels the need for options. Second, more options, bigger money pit when things go south.
The must have is HUD. Fantastic to daily driving and more fun driving. Can lower the steeringwheel to a more comfy position when having the headups, because the top of the steeringwheel is blocking the normal clusterinstruments.
i got my e90 LCI for a steal with no kms, xenon, comfort, harmon, parking sensors, rear folding seats, lumbar, heated steering, bluetooth audio module, compass in mirror.. and no active steering and iDrive which was ideal setup.
I got a January 2017 420d M Sport coupe (PRE LCI, LCI for the 4 series started in I believe February 2017). It’s my first BMW and first rear drive car. Love it. The 8 speed ZF is fantastic, car is Estoril blue and has been a joy to own so far.
I just bought my first BMW. A 98 740i. I'm replacing the front struts now and I suspect that I have an airflow problem because when I mash the gas pedal pass , the sound of the engine Arouses me sexually about 3 seconds later. It really is an awesome throaty ring , and it sounds like it was tuned by a pit crew. So , if you were in your ford fiesta as I passed it by sounding awesome and accelerating so fast it feels illegal and over the top, you might hate me or feel a little less-than. You didn't see that I hit the gas about a.block back there and aimed the car like a duck hunter leads.tje birds hoping that the traffic quant done something unpredictable because I lit the fuse assuming my route will stay open some three to four seconds later and that I'm worried I've gotten good at anticipating and relying something that. Could stop happening at.amy time. Odometer.saus 136.thousamd miles And change. Do.you think it's the converters or the 02 sensors or something else..Amd.is.there a.folksy home.remedy that avoids buying genuine BMW parts? Best guess please.amybody?
My real reason For responding to your video , which I had forgotten because I wassmoked some.weed a.friend grew and insisted I smoke when i planned next to.stay.home. The STEREO. SYSTEM!!! I BOUGHT A CASSETYE FOR THE 6 DISC. CD PLAYER INTHE.TRUMK AND IT WONT FIT . It's too wide.. I really want A good sounding system. I really miss my Audi A4. With the Bose concert sound. I found three dismantled of BMW's nearby so I can.get anything BMW has.ever put in. car. I think you.can.tell.me exactly how to get the sound system optimized using an upgraded.cd player and.tou said something about the trunk. So as soon as my.front suspension.and acceleration are better I want to know what genuine BMW stereo components to buy from.my new.best friends at the scrap yards. And a video explaining how to put it.all.together Thanks.man..Hope.you understood my questions, I'm not spell checking. I wrote way too much and I'm 62 so it's past my dinner time and coning up on sack to.e. Thanks for your Videos. They re good.
I have my first BMW that i bought almost two years ago which is a GT and I'm loving it. I've been following you since you got your E90 until now. I'm like you a do it yourself kind of guy and its cheaper then going to the dealer to get it done. Justin i admire you and the work you out into your ride. Keep up the good work dude.
Like you my father always ordered his Porsches with red leather interior and a white exterior. I have a GT6 primarily because I take care of my 91yo mother, and the huge cargo area and powered hatch make moving her wheel chair in and out much easier. I love that your videos are full of useful facts and opinions but not a big audio visual show. No loud music to look past to get your message. I appreciate your approach to your videos.
I wish my 2019 had front and side cameras, but I appreciate your liking of the front sensors - I'll be trying to pay more attention to them to avoid scraping the bottom front of the car. One thing I like about my 430i Gran Coupe is the fact that it's a hatchback and I can fold the back seats down and have lots and lots of storage space.
If you can find it, find one with the M-Performance Power and Sound Kit (MPPSK). It can be added aftermarket too. Get more HP and torque and a nice sounding valved exhaust.
Heads up display is incredibly distracting, I had it in a courtesy car and switched it off. Also I prefer the dial cluster in the late 2020 models. The newer display is very busy and not that easy to read instantly, you should be able to see what you need to know at a glance.
I just bought my first car and thanks to you, i figured out i have comfort access, wipers for my headlights and cold weather package! some features do make me have buyers remorse, but i know i can add those all in!
I’ve just bought a 420d Coupe. It had to have Pro navigation, rear camera, cream seats, not cream carpets, Harmon/Kardon and Shift Paddles. Thankfully I got it all and Melbourne Red thrown in for good measure!! Happy first time BMW owner right here.
The LED headlights, PDC and the sunroof are the 3 biggest must haves for me. im not really phased by foldable mirrors,heated seats, headlight sprayers etc.
1:49 lol no, parking sensors always just beep randomly and are fairly useless. The camera works wonders for reversing out of parking lots between SUVs and does double duty for vision and distance control as well.
Well Done! - Imagine my surprise when I bought my 13 328i msport and walk out to the car after signing paperwork and find out it didn't have comfort access.... so much *facepalm* the two beamers after that I was meticulous about learning what packages were offered and made sure to get what I wanted.
I just come across your channel, WoW it's awesome. I did purchase a 2019 BMW 330i M Sport but because there were some add-ons I was not aware of I decided to upgraded to the 2020 model I added the laser lights, lumbar support and most important the driver recorder. It's an awesome car and it makes my day whenever I drive it.
I agree with every option. If you don't have the Harman/Kardon sound system there is a retro fit kit from Alpine. I have it in my F30 and it's good. On option I really love is the Surround View Camera. This really makes parking and moving in tight spaces so easy. It also saves my M403 wheels from scratches. Unfortunately I don't have comfort access, but I'm thinking about retro fitting it.
I have an E46 330i and the Harman/Kardon in my opinion is a must have! The sound quality achieved from those stock speakers are really pretty amazing for being 18 years old. Plus since it it older it wasn’t too hard to wire up my two 10” subs while keeping the stock head unit for a nice clean look
yes for e46 the must haves are harmon kardon, sport seats, sport suspension, and one with the bluetooth module for bluetooth calling that is the only one mine is missing but oh well
Adaptive cruise control. blindspot warning light, front and rear camera, HUD and self steering assist are useful features. The self steering assist minimises the risk of clipping curbs on narrow roads. While they are nice features I would prefer a car with a more powerful motor than have a car with less power and all those features.
For the e9x model: folding mirrors. Can be identified by the extra button on the window control. Premium rearview mirror with auto dim and garage controls. Can be identified by the garage buttons on the bottom of the mirror. Cant think of anything else right now that you didnt mention already. I recently got lucky at my local junk yard and found both these upgrades for under $100 and about 2 hours of work. But if you were to buy the parts new from bmw it is over $2500 worth of parts alone.
The heads up display is a must, super convenient and more safe, I hate using a phone to set up google maps, i prefer to use the car navigation system and see the directions on the windshield, is way more safer and convenient
I have a 2015 535. Loaded. All options except M and Harmon. Most useful are HUD and Navigation with voice command. Park distance is very useful. ACC is nice also, but takes a while to get used to essentially letting the car drive. That said part of this feature saved my butt once on the hwy when a car pulled in front of me and then jammed it brakes when i was looking elsewhere. Alarm went off in car, it applied the brakes and prevented a potential accident. The moment i touched the brake u was back in control. Scared the hell out of me, but love the feature!😄
Great content man , I bought my e90 in 2014 and now I’m planning to buy f30 soon 👌 knowing that you done the same makes me even more hyped to get it full package
One of thing I think should be mentioned is brake options. I know most M Sport models will come with M Sport Brembo Brakes, but there are some models out there that come with M Performance brakes, which is a slightly upgraded version of the M Sport brakes. You can tell if a BMW is equipped with M Performance brakes if they have yellow, deep red, or orange brake calipers. They look nice, are great for sudden stops, and they are rare.
Do a car vertical check. It will give you a list of the options fitted to the car. Keyless entry easiest way to get your car stolen. You can also customise your car by using a Carly device, well worth the money.
I feel you on this. I got a CPO 2012 328i with only the Technology Package. I had nothing on my car aside from Bluetooth and navigation. I had no Xenons, auto-dimming mirrors, power seats, lumbar support, parking sensors, backup camera (although they weren't required by law at the time), and my rear seats weren't even foldable. Anyone buying German needs to deep-dive in on options and also the LCI of the car. And don't even buy because down the road you will be paying a lot for maintenance, esp on the F30 generation up till 2015.
Congratulations on 200K subscribers!!!!🥳🥳🥳🥳 it jas been an amazing joruney with you justin and we will continue build and create more memories to come!!!!!
I started off driving bmw but the older ones (early 90s) my first car was a black on black 92 7 series and currently switching back. Picking up my 2017 330i tomorrow love the video and channel btw
I've the same car with all the features except for mine is 2018 with M Sport body kit. I looked for a while but couldn't find the red interior, so ended up with black. Still happy.
My first BMW I didn't know about the packages. I lucked out and got one with the M Package and Sport Package. Sport seats are a must have especially for long trips
Im currently in the market to get another bmw my most import things are for me comfort access , parking distance control (same for me , helpful parking in garage) , blind spot monitor and apple play ... glad i watched the video bc i realize the car im insteaded doesn't seem to have blind spot but sems to have the sensors weird .. good video ( thanks for not having me have buyer remorse lol)
ACC for longer commutes with traffic jam assist for those countries with bahns n stuff. Plus it comes with frontal collision warning. It may save your car and cars in front. Can be spotted by looking for a black box in the front bumper bottom part, it is the radar for the system. Also 360 cameras may come in handy for some.
On the 1 series get one with the infotainment system on the dash. Mine didn’t have it so I fitted one myself and it makes a world of difference. Having both the genuine bmw infotainment screen as well as apple are play and the android equivalent is great and a massive resale factor.
Sunroof, sports-transmission, sports-seats, laser-lights, ambient light, digital display/cockpit and "Professional" media-package w/Navi. are the top thingys on my checklist. :)
Hi i recently purchased a 2018 two series BMW convertible 1.5 it's my first BMW and I absolutely love it it's an 8000 miles from new and it's one of the M sport series in a grey colour with a cream leather interior. Cheers phil here in the uk
It’ll be the HUD (Head-Up Display) for me...full color, navigation turns right in front of you, day or night very clear and visible, digital speedometer, phone call information, music (scrolling through music on your phone). Have had many friends get into a song that comes on but I’m not feeling it and change and they have no clue what happened or how I changed it and not believe me about the HUD until they sit in the driver sear. Pretty slick and increases the value of the car. Just don’t tell your insurance company if they don’t ask so your premium isn’t higher 😜.
i also own an BMW and of course the harman/kardon sound system is the most important extra on mine but the intelligent light system is also very important and adds up to the driving feeling of an BMW
I have a 2013 F10 535ix MSport. (Sad to say one year pre-LCI for this model... but no worries!) It has a lot of the stuff Justin mentions including Parking Control. I do recommend turning that off when driving in the snow because it goes haywire, making tons of noise in due to white-out and snow splash. Love the heated steering wheel and seats, especially on my way to play golf!!
👑Congrats on 200k bro! Wow, you've had a journey! I remember watching every single video of yours when I was deciding whether to buy an E90, best car I've ever owned. Can't wait to get an F30 so keep the videos coming! 👍
@@jmemphisTXDude, this comment is 3 years old lol. It was my second car ever. Moving from a Golf mk6 1.6 tdi to a 316d f30. So already a big step. With that said, I’m danish, and cars here are ridiculously expensive. I paid roughly 20.000 dollars for a base model with over 140k miles on the clock - and that’s considered a steal here. To put it in to perspective, a new 320i G20 starts at a little under 100k dollars. I’ve had a couple bmw’s since, but I’m back to a F30 now. Not fully specced, but with more options this time.
Bloopers! Need more 🤣 good video as always and agree on most of the options. Especially m sport, sound system and the cold weather package for us ⛄️ snow birds!
i own 3 bmws they all are amazing cars have not have any problems with the newer ones I have one older manual and it has problems here and there but nothing so bad, it doesnt stop me from driving it
Love my 2011 335 with m sport. Down side - no rotating tires due to larger in rear- tire life in Butkus. Hit a pothole and you need a new tire and I’ve replaced two front rims $$$$ Car in a excellent in all other respects.
Even though I don't live in an area where it will normally drop below freezing, heated steering wheel is a must for me now. Head Up Display(HUD) has also become one of my most favorite features on BMW. It will literally allow you to drive safer by not having to take your eyes off the road to change a song...etc. Apparently CarPlay iDrive systems will now allow you to send directions from Google Maps to the HUD...that is the ultimate setup in my opinion. As you said, if someone is even remotely considering wanting Xenon or LED headlights...you should find a vehicle that was equipped with it at the factory. Retrofitting headlights on a BMW is just not worth it in my opinion. You will either pay more for the OEM headlights than it would of cost at the time of build, or you're going to have to deal with cheap after market headlights. When I was in search for my X3 F25, I made sure to find one that was built with Xenon and they're absolutely incredible!
The Nav package... Its the first thing I look for. The screen is much better (At least on the f30/f32) instead of some flimsy looking plastic you get a nicer wider screen... Its a lot easier than changing it later on.
LCI/facelift doesn't come only with good. It is also the point when lots of cost save/VAVE it's introduced and not all are visible to customers but will be felt by them later
I have a fully optioned F30 335i xdrice in imperial blue with cognac interior, luxury line but with an M sport front bumper and adaptive suspension. It's awesome, I really lucked out finding it locally.
Great job. I bought my first BMW 335xi and don’t know anything about these cars. Everything you said I agree with and would pay much closer attention to options and packages if I buy another.
I have a 330i with the M Sport package and everything else too! Wow! /AND we have an M 40i X 3 with the inline 6 and all wheel drive and all the extras too! Great pair of cars and we have fun no matter what the season!
I must say, I live the silver or metallic grey, with some nice big rims (probably black) and a red interior. Just looks really classy and sporty. The beige interior is also very nice!
The video is well edited and narrated. In terms of the subject content, the video shows features that are very common in cars literally half the price.
Complete F30 Mods List ---> geni.us/f30-mods
M pack with or without adaptive suspension, pre LCI or post is actually 4 different setups. Some suck. Suck comfort lol. It is an everyday car in the end.
My fav option on my 2015 F30 is definitely the Heads-up Display, I love that thing. If I ever change the car, I will not buy one without it. A must have.
I just got a 2018 F30 about a month ago with the HUD and it's a total game changer. Definitely can't go without it in the future!
Agreed. Especially for use with the Nav system!!!!
same.. when i was looking for my most recent bmw i made sure it had the executive package for it.
I also have it and deactivated it. Yeah there are some crazy guys like me
Does it work with apple carplay if u get an aftermarket one
Also you forgot about some nice to have options like: big navigation, extended instrument cluster, and heads-up display. These are the most important options the f30 should have in my opinion...
I have that and I feel the cockpit pro which gives you the feeling of an extended screen is a must have with the heads up .
my f30 had that the navi and the heads up and stuff
Big navigation? mate just buy a glasses if you can not see properly
Agree. Just note those are BIG repair expenses if damaged.
Believe it or not, there are adults out there who don't want all of that bs and just want to drive their cars. Just like adults who want to build dark, quiet PCs that just work without LEDs whirring and blinking everywhere. Not all of us are bug men.
I still remember the day we went and looked at your first BMW all those years ago
It's so crazy to think back on that. Who knew it would have evolved into this!
@@justinbuice So proud of you for EVOLVING it into this! You did this!
I'm just an 18 year old South African guy who's never really driven a BMW but I've always been passionate about the brand
Regardless I've always loved your channel and I know I'll be well informed when I get my own one day!
Nuthin wrong with being passionate about a brand of car! And there are plenty of BMW enthusiasts that will gladly discuss any and every aspect of driving. I've appreciated BMW ever since I was a kid but it took me until 3 years ago (at the age of 33) before I bought my first. The 2010 550i M Sport kind of just fell in my lap and I couldn't let myself miss the opportunity to own and drive such a beautifully crafted machine. Unfortunately that 550i was totalled in an accident during a cross country trip. A few months later I bought a nearly identical (just a handful of minor options that make up the difference between the two) 550i. About 4 months ago I came across a 2013 328i M Sport that I couldn't pass up either. Now it's hard to get me out of that car!
It's never too early, or too late, to stumble into a love for an amazing brand like BMW.
I hope to hear of you having your very own someday! Do you have anything in particular that you would prefer to own?
@@joshmocherman5528 Hey Josh, you seem like a nice guy man! 550 is my dream BMW, but for now the 06 330i is good. I have a question, does the 5 series have a lot of problems? Sounds like a subjective question but looking to hear your feedback
@@joshmocherman5528 thanks for being so kind
My ideal BMW garage consists of the BMW E60 M5, the E90 335i M sport in manual, the E46 M3 Coupe, the M2 Competition and the 1M Coupe
If I could own at least 3 and have an experience of driving the rest I think I'll be satisfied
I've always liked the M550i btw, I think it's a great blend of performance and comfort
I also like how it sounds, the V8 growl from it sounds more aggressive than that of the M5
As a 30 year old south african with a modded 340 that's pushing about 500 horses, you'll get there. Work hard, learn how to wrench, get something with a B58 and have some fun.
@@jasonnadioo13 500 horses🙆??? sick as hell🔥
Thanks for the encouragement 🤘
I liked the falling snow in the background, that was a pretty cool touch.
I got lucky with that. It’s a nice effect 😁
GHΩST green screen
Technology package with the bigger display is a must have bmw option for me!
Yes the small display looks like a broke boi
nahhh that just means more problems with reliability
if you got the small display, you can get an aftermarket one. its plug an play more or less
This one is really easy to upgrade.
@@JosueHernandez-nu5cp the biggest reliability issue with a BMW is the transmission and engine electrics - the regular interior features are no more unreliable than on any other car.
I live in So.Cal and i thought having a heated steering wheel was ridiculous until i needed it. A great option and i've had it on my last two BMW's
Great video Justin! Back in 2016 when I first got into BMWs I had no idea about all the different options you could get on the E90s. Now that I have been around them for a while now I try to help people by informing them about the different options to look out for. Keep up the great content!
Just got a 340i a few weeks ago and I got really lucky with how little research I did. Watching this video now made me realize it was an absolute gem find
I had no clue either! I was 29 and just wanted one lol. It’s the ultimate driving machine.
I'm turning 30 this year and always wanted one. I think this is the year I just decide to go for it 👌
@@gamingbubble1103 go for it! Best cars ever
@@gamingbubble1103I'm 29 and thinking to buy one as well
@milenhristov7080 I've had mine 3.5 years now and absolutely love it. Not had any problems. Yearly service and oil change and that's it. Been a dream to drive and I have no interest in getting a new car anytime soon
I can relate. My first bmw was a 2006 525xi. Had the cold weather package. Then I started to research the e60 and started experiencing buyers remorse. Couple years later I found a 2008 550i lci. All the options you mentioned. Love the style 172 rims! Still have the car today. Huge upgrade from the 525. Rear wheel drive, and the 4.8l v8!! Amazing car!
I have never owned a BMW nor been much of a BMW fan but, I’ve always really enjoyed your channel. The quality and production are top notch and a pleasure to watch. Keep grinding! And congrats on 200k!
Xdrive by far most desired option for me, not only for snow drive but also for any bad conditions and terrain.
Bro, comfort access FTW.
Upgraded from an E46 to an F30, and I instantly miss the Harman/Kardon sound system. The difference is night and day, definitely take the time to find an HK system. Great content as always Justin.
How is the maintenance on the F30? And hows the engine and auto gear box? Are they solid or problematic?
I believe the cold weather package also comes with heated mirrors and a recirculating mode that uses heat from the engine to warm the car while you’re shopping/ getting groceries etc. BMW have so many hidden feature and quirks it just makes ownership so special and fun lol.
I can confirm that my f30 does have those options.
It will dispurse heat to the cabin while the car isn't running?
I love the parking assistant on my X5. The self-steering reverse feature is a life saver when backing out of my garage.
Black roof liner, to me it makes the interior
I don't like the standard grey roof liner i think it cheapens the car drastically
I thought I was the only one who felt this.
All roofs should come black. You have a great eye. Sometimes you think your the only one that feels or thinks a certain way.
But again black roofs keeps it looking crisp n fresh.
& over time that beige/gray lining gets dirty & it’s pain to clean as well.
Send an image of what’s ur talkin about
All M Sport models have black roof lining
You missed one key option: "Track Handling Package" -- this usually includes the adaptive handling suspension and nicer brakes.
M Sport, Comfort Access, Tech Pack w/ HK, RWD and 6MT are my must haves for a BMW.
100% Correct, The auto is dreadful and it takes away the fun of a true drivers car
M sport is the first package I look for, followed by tech package for HUD and bigger screen.
I got super lucky with mine as it came fully loaded, red seats, and the M sport brakes! Feel like that's unicorn level.
funny how we have to feel lucky to spend money on the best in this economy because everything is out of stock lol
I got Msport package, HUD, Digital Cockpit, electric heated seats, adaptive headlights and lots of other extras on my MANUAL 430i, talk about unicorns lol
@@BlueWafer did you order new?
I just bought a bmw and i fookin love this fookin ride mate,, i dont care about anything man I just wanna own this beamer
Just own cars without all these options, problem solved. I have a 333bhp Opel Astra J OPC, no comfort access, no PDC, no backup camera, but the cold start and factory LSD just cancels the need for options. Second, more options, bigger money pit when things go south.
I just bought my first bmw its its a 2008 328xi im loving the car i cant wait until i can afford one of the new ones though🥲love your car man
The must have is HUD. Fantastic to daily driving and more fun driving. Can lower the steeringwheel to a more comfy position when having the headups, because the top of the steeringwheel is blocking the normal clusterinstruments.
Best features are the technology package, premium package, and adaptive cruise control
i got my e90 LCI for a steal with no kms, xenon, comfort, harmon, parking sensors, rear folding seats, lumbar, heated steering, bluetooth audio module, compass in mirror.. and no active steering and iDrive which was ideal setup.
I got a January 2017 420d M Sport coupe (PRE LCI, LCI for the 4 series started in I believe February 2017). It’s my first BMW and first rear drive car. Love it. The 8 speed ZF is fantastic, car is Estoril blue and has been a joy to own so far.
It isn't just a 3 Series, it is yours! And the content is great! The passion in your quality shines on! Love it!
Awesome job with this! Great content and insane quality 🔥🔥🔥
I just bought my first BMW. A 98 740i. I'm replacing the front struts now and I suspect that I have an airflow problem because when I mash the gas pedal pass , the sound of the engine Arouses me sexually about 3 seconds later. It really is an awesome throaty ring , and it sounds like it was tuned by a pit crew. So , if you were in your ford fiesta as I passed it by sounding awesome and accelerating so fast it feels illegal and over the top, you might hate me or feel a little less-than. You didn't see that I hit the gas about a.block back there and aimed the car like a duck hunter leads.tje birds hoping that the traffic quant done something unpredictable because I lit the fuse assuming my route will stay open some three to four seconds later and that I'm worried I've gotten good at anticipating and relying something that. Could stop happening at.amy time. Odometer.saus 136.thousamd miles
And change. Do.you think it's the converters or the 02 sensors or something else..Amd.is.there a.folksy home.remedy that avoids buying genuine BMW parts? Best guess please.amybody?
My real reason
For responding to your video , which I had forgotten because I wassmoked some.weed a.friend grew and insisted I smoke when i planned next to.stay.home. The STEREO. SYSTEM!!! I BOUGHT A CASSETYE FOR THE 6 DISC. CD PLAYER INTHE.TRUMK AND IT WONT FIT
. It's too wide.. I really want A good sounding system. I really miss my Audi A4. With the Bose concert sound. I found three dismantled of BMW's nearby so I can.get anything BMW has.ever put in. car. I think you.can.tell.me exactly how to get the sound system optimized using an upgraded.cd player and.tou said something about the trunk. So as soon as my.front suspension.and acceleration are better I want to know what genuine BMW stereo components to buy from.my new.best friends at the scrap yards. And a video explaining how to put it.all.together
Thanks.man..Hope.you understood my questions, I'm not spell checking. I wrote way too much and I'm 62 so it's past my dinner time and coning up on sack to.e. Thanks for your Videos. They re good.
I have my first BMW that i bought almost two years ago which is a GT and I'm loving it. I've been following you since you got your E90 until now. I'm like you a do it yourself kind of guy and its cheaper then going to the dealer to get it done. Justin i admire you and the work you out into your ride. Keep up the good work dude.
What GT did you get?
Like you my father always ordered his Porsches with red leather interior and a white exterior. I have a GT6 primarily because I take care of my 91yo mother, and the huge cargo area and powered hatch make moving her wheel chair in and out much easier. I love that your videos are full of useful facts and opinions but not a big audio visual show. No loud music to look past to get your message. I appreciate your approach to your videos.
I wish my 2019 had front and side cameras, but I appreciate your liking of the front sensors - I'll be trying to pay more attention to them to avoid scraping the bottom front of the car.
One thing I like about my 430i Gran Coupe is the fact that it's a hatchback and I can fold the back seats down and have lots and lots of storage space.
That exhaust sound 😍
Nice vid, Justin! Always appreciate the production quality! I'm now in the market of buying a e90/1/2 LCI and I can't wait to get into BMW ownership!
Finding your channel inspired me to get my first BMW. Going on 4 months now with my E90 328i xdrive LCI black on black 6sp and couldn't be happier!
If you can find it, find one with the M-Performance Power and Sound Kit (MPPSK). It can be added aftermarket too. Get more HP and torque and a nice sounding valved exhaust.
Heads-up display and tec package is a must!
Heads up display is incredibly distracting, I had it in a courtesy car and switched it off. Also I prefer the dial cluster in the late 2020 models. The newer display is very busy and not that easy to read instantly, you should be able to see what you need to know at a glance.
I just bought my first car and thanks to you, i figured out i have comfort access, wipers for my headlights and cold weather package! some features do make me have buyers remorse, but i know i can add those all in!
Niceee
I’ve just bought a 420d Coupe. It had to have Pro navigation, rear camera, cream seats, not cream carpets, Harmon/Kardon and Shift Paddles. Thankfully I got it all and Melbourne Red thrown in for good measure!! Happy first time BMW owner right here.
How's it been 2 years later? I just bought a 2017 420i gran coupe so I'm wondering how's your been?
The LED headlights, PDC and the sunroof are the 3 biggest must haves for me. im not really phased by foldable mirrors,heated seats, headlight sprayers etc.
1:49 lol no, parking sensors always just beep randomly and are fairly useless. The camera works wonders for reversing out of parking lots between SUVs and does double duty for vision and distance control as well.
just purchased my first car its a bmw x1 appreciate the video helped me understand my car more such as the comfort access
man you have such a calm demeanour, your videos are unreal.
Well Done! - Imagine my surprise when I bought my 13 328i msport and walk out to the car after signing paperwork and find out it didn't have comfort access.... so much *facepalm* the two beamers after that I was meticulous about learning what packages were offered and made sure to get what I wanted.
I just come across your channel, WoW it's awesome. I did purchase a 2019 BMW 330i M Sport but because there were some add-ons I was not aware of I decided to upgraded to the 2020 model I added the laser lights, lumbar support and most important the driver recorder. It's an awesome car and it makes my day whenever I drive it.
I agree with every option. If you don't have the Harman/Kardon sound system there is a retro fit kit from Alpine. I have it in my F30 and it's good.
On option I really love is the Surround View Camera. This really makes parking and moving in tight spaces so easy. It also saves my M403 wheels from scratches. Unfortunately I don't have comfort access, but I'm thinking about retro fitting it.
I have an E46 330i and the Harman/Kardon in my opinion is a must have! The sound quality achieved from those stock speakers are really pretty amazing for being 18 years old. Plus since it it older it wasn’t too hard to wire up my two 10” subs while keeping the stock head unit for a nice clean look
yes for e46 the must haves are harmon kardon, sport seats, sport suspension, and one with the bluetooth module for bluetooth calling that is the only one mine is missing but oh well
A 300i ? Is it electric ?
Adaptive cruise control. blindspot warning light, front and rear camera, HUD and self steering assist are useful features. The self steering assist minimises the risk of clipping curbs on narrow roads. While they are nice features I would prefer a car with a more powerful motor than have a car with less power and all those features.
For the e9x model:
folding mirrors. Can be identified by the extra button on the window control.
Premium rearview mirror with auto dim and garage controls. Can be identified by the garage buttons on the bottom of the mirror.
Cant think of anything else right now that you didnt mention already. I recently got lucky at my local junk yard and found both these upgrades for under $100 and about 2 hours of work. But if you were to buy the parts new from bmw it is over $2500 worth of parts alone.
Auto dim is trash imo.
Maannn that Coral Red interior really makes me miss my E92 :(
I bought a 540i 2018. So many features. Takes so much time to learn them all
The heads up display is a must, super convenient and more safe,
I hate using a phone to set up google maps, i prefer to use the car navigation system and see the directions on the windshield, is way more safer and convenient
When looking for my 2011 335i.. dimming mirrors, comfort access, Harmon speakers and m sport was a must!
I have a 2015 535. Loaded. All options except M and Harmon. Most useful are HUD and Navigation with voice command. Park distance is very useful. ACC is nice also, but takes a while to get used to essentially letting the car drive. That said part of this feature saved my butt once on the hwy when a car pulled in front of me and then jammed it brakes when i was looking elsewhere. Alarm went off in car, it applied the brakes and prevented a potential accident. The moment i touched the brake u was back in control. Scared the hell out of me, but love the feature!😄
Great content man , I bought my e90 in 2014 and now I’m planning to buy f30 soon 👌 knowing that you done the same makes me even more hyped to get it full package
One of thing I think should be mentioned is brake options. I know most M Sport models will come with M Sport Brembo Brakes, but there are some models out there that come with M Performance brakes, which is a slightly upgraded version of the M Sport brakes. You can tell if a BMW is equipped with M Performance brakes if they have yellow, deep red, or orange brake calipers. They look nice, are great for sudden stops, and they are rare.
Totally agree with the coral red interior. I have. 2015 420 sort with the coral red leather. I smile every time I get in my car. 👍
Do a car vertical check. It will give you a list of the options fitted to the car. Keyless entry easiest way to get your car stolen. You can also customise your car by using a Carly device, well worth the money.
I feel you on this. I got a CPO 2012 328i with only the Technology Package. I had nothing on my car aside from Bluetooth and navigation. I had no Xenons, auto-dimming mirrors, power seats, lumbar support, parking sensors, backup camera (although they weren't required by law at the time), and my rear seats weren't even foldable. Anyone buying German needs to deep-dive in on options and also the LCI of the car. And don't even buy because down the road you will be paying a lot for maintenance, esp on the F30 generation up till 2015.
Congratulations on 200K subscribers!!!!🥳🥳🥳🥳 it jas been an amazing joruney with you justin and we will continue build and create more memories to come!!!!!
Thank you!
I started off driving bmw but the older ones (early 90s) my first car was a black on black 92 7 series and currently switching back. Picking up my 2017 330i tomorrow love the video and channel btw
I've the same car with all the features except for mine is 2018 with M Sport body kit. I looked for a while but couldn't find the red interior, so ended up with black. Still happy.
heated seats are a must in the winter, so you don't have to wait your ac to kick in
My first BMW I didn't know about the packages. I lucked out and got one with the M Package and Sport Package. Sport seats are a must have especially for long trips
Im currently in the market to get another bmw my most import things are for me comfort access , parking distance control (same for me , helpful parking in garage) , blind spot monitor and apple play ... glad i watched the video bc i realize the car im insteaded doesn't seem to have blind spot but sems to have the sensors weird .. good video ( thanks for not having me have buyer remorse lol)
ACC for longer commutes with traffic jam assist for those countries with bahns n stuff. Plus it comes with frontal collision warning. It may save your car and cars in front. Can be spotted by looking for a black box in the front bumper bottom part, it is the radar for the system. Also 360 cameras may come in handy for some.
On the 1 series get one with the infotainment system on the dash. Mine didn’t have it so I fitted one myself and it makes a world of difference. Having both the genuine bmw infotainment screen as well as apple are play and the android equivalent is great and a massive resale factor.
Sunroof, sports-transmission, sports-seats, laser-lights, ambient light, digital display/cockpit and "Professional" media-package w/Navi. are the top thingys on my checklist. :)
M sport brakes is a must! Those can cost anywhere from $1200-2500 CDN to retrofit
@Grant Canadian dollars. Since I live in Canada and he's in the states and many of his subscribers are I didn't want to confuse anyone
Hi i recently purchased a 2018 two series BMW convertible 1.5 it's my first BMW and I absolutely love it it's an 8000 miles from new and it's one of the M sport series in a grey colour with a cream leather interior. Cheers phil here in the uk
It’ll be the HUD (Head-Up Display) for me...full color, navigation turns right in front of you, day or night very clear and visible, digital speedometer, phone call information, music (scrolling through music on your phone). Have had many friends get into a song that comes on but I’m not feeling it and change and they have no clue what happened or how I changed it and not believe me about the HUD until they sit in the driver sear. Pretty slick and increases the value of the car. Just don’t tell your insurance company if they don’t ask so your premium isn’t higher 😜.
i also own an BMW and of course the harman/kardon sound system is the most important extra on mine but the intelligent light system is also very important and adds up to the driving feeling of an BMW
I got a 2016 bmw 340i twin turbo m sport I am absolutely in love with it
I have a 2013 F10 535ix MSport. (Sad to say one year pre-LCI for this model... but no worries!) It has a lot of the stuff Justin mentions including Parking Control. I do recommend turning that off when driving in the snow because it goes haywire, making tons of noise in due to white-out and snow splash. Love the heated steering wheel and seats, especially on my way to play golf!!
👑Congrats on 200k bro! Wow, you've had a journey! I remember watching every single video of yours when I was deciding whether to buy an E90, best car I've ever owned. Can't wait to get an F30 so keep the videos coming! 👍
Thank you!!!
You just made me realize how many things i'm missing out on. This video should have been made 3 months ago lol
Or you should’ve done more research instead of buying a basic model
@@jmemphisTXDude, this comment is 3 years old lol. It was my second car ever. Moving from a Golf mk6 1.6 tdi to a 316d f30. So already a big step.
With that said, I’m danish, and cars here are ridiculously expensive. I paid roughly 20.000 dollars for a base model with over 140k miles on the clock - and that’s considered a steal here.
To put it in to perspective, a new 320i G20 starts at a little under 100k dollars.
I’ve had a couple bmw’s since, but I’m back to a F30 now. Not fully specced, but with more options this time.
The camera in conjunction with the sensors is priceless.
The most important options are actually better seats( in leather ofc), larger and better infotainment screen and the the engine.
Bloopers! Need more 🤣 good video as always and agree on most of the options. Especially m sport, sound system and the cold weather package for us ⛄️ snow birds!
i own 3 bmws they all are amazing cars have not have any problems with the newer ones I have one older manual and it has problems here and there but nothing so bad, it doesnt stop me from driving it
Love my 2011 335 with m sport. Down side - no rotating tires due to larger in rear- tire life in Butkus.
Hit a pothole and you need a new tire and I’ve replaced two front rims $$$$
Car in a excellent in all other respects.
335 fro that date absolutely fantastic, never update to later models
I have the BMW X5 F15 and my most important options are the M-Sport and upgrade seats.
Even though I don't live in an area where it will normally drop below freezing, heated steering wheel is a must for me now. Head Up Display(HUD) has also become one of my most favorite features on BMW. It will literally allow you to drive safer by not having to take your eyes off the road to change a song...etc. Apparently CarPlay iDrive systems will now allow you to send directions from Google Maps to the HUD...that is the ultimate setup in my opinion. As you said, if someone is even remotely considering wanting Xenon or LED headlights...you should find a vehicle that was equipped with it at the factory. Retrofitting headlights on a BMW is just not worth it in my opinion. You will either pay more for the OEM headlights than it would of cost at the time of build, or you're going to have to deal with cheap after market headlights. When I was in search for my X3 F25, I made sure to find one that was built with Xenon and they're absolutely incredible!
The Nav package... Its the first thing I look for. The screen is much better (At least on the f30/f32) instead of some flimsy looking plastic you get a nicer wider screen... Its a lot easier than changing it later on.
LCI/facelift doesn't come only with good. It is also the point when lots of cost save/VAVE it's introduced and not all are visible to customers but will be felt by them later
Got my first car 4 days ago, its a well taken care of E90! I love it❤️
I have a fully optioned F30 335i xdrice in imperial blue with cognac interior, luxury line but with an M sport front bumper and adaptive suspension. It's awesome, I really lucked out finding it locally.
as a BMW driver, I learned everything about it. e46 330ci euro spec . they are my fav.
Great job. I bought my first BMW 335xi and don’t know anything about these cars. Everything you said I agree with and would pay much closer attention to options and packages if I buy another.
I have a 330i with the M Sport package and everything else too! Wow! /AND we have an M 40i X 3 with the inline 6 and all wheel drive and all the extras too! Great pair of cars and we have fun no matter what the season!
Harman/Kardon system is an absolute must! Incredible sound
Congrats on 200k man
Thank you! It's been a journey
More like paying 200k in future repairs for that thing. BMW’s are money pits
Adaptive cruise control is pretty awesome for freeway cruising.
I bought a 2018 Grand Coupe and I am in love with that car. I won’t be driving it much so it will stay new for a long time.
Dynamic handling and heads up display are my two favorite options
I must say, I live the silver or metallic grey, with some nice big rims (probably black) and a red interior. Just looks really classy and sporty.
The beige interior is also very nice!
Great video!! For the F30, LCI, M Sport, and Coral Red
The video is well edited and narrated. In terms of the subject content, the video shows features that are very common in cars literally half the price.