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Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 03-06-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 962
Posted By calgaryx3
My 2 cents for what it is worth; get a new...

My 2 cents for what it is worth; get a new battery. If anything, it will give you a peace of mind. I have the original battery in our '07 E90 and have used a tender on it every winter while the car...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 01-25-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 342
Posted By calgaryx3
My '07 335i is super low mileage weekend/summer...

My '07 335i is super low mileage weekend/summer car. I stick to the once a year oil change. If mileage were to suddenly increase, I doubt I would go longer than 6000-8000km in between changes.
...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 10-20-2012, 08:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 490
Posted By calgaryx3
I would go with the lower mileage vehicle as...

I would go with the lower mileage vehicle as well, providing the body was straight (no collision repairs/insurance claims) and the wheels/tires/windshield were up to spec. The clean engine bay isnt...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 09-22-2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 735
Posted By calgaryx3
The mileage looks good, and the price is about...

The mileage looks good, and the price is about right for Alberta. I'm still a little nervous about the "brand new BMW paint-job" part. Wonder how much damage was done and whether there are any...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 08-10-2012, 09:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,396
Posted By calgaryx3
From my experience, BMW Canada will retain...

From my experience, BMW Canada will retain lease-back vehicles and sell them on their lots unless there is something that makes them undesireable, or as mentioned above, they don't fit with the...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 08-04-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,626
Posted By calgaryx3
Here's a question for you folks: does...

Here's a question for you folks: does transmission fluid break down with age or mileage? I have a super low mileage 335i but the car is five years old, and I'm wondering if I should plan on...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 04-06-2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 714
Posted By calgaryx3
Update: Tips sold to another Bimmerfest...

Update:

Tips sold to another Bimmerfest member.

Mats still available; $50 shipped within the US/Canada.

Cheers
Asif
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 04-02-2008, 02:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 714
Posted By calgaryx3
FS: X3 Accessories

Hey folks,

I sold our X3 this week, and have for sale the following accessories:

OEM polished tips (set of two)
2 black front all weather OEM accessory floor mats.

Only used for <3000...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 10-11-2007, 07:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 795
Posted By calgaryx3
I have the same issue; not being able to see the...

I have the same issue; not being able to see the blinkers because of my seating/steering position.

It's a small quirk I can either get used to, or simply adjust the steering wheel. In the four...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 10-07-2007, 03:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,198
Posted By calgaryx3
You mean the 3.0 twin turbo (N54) as found in the...

You mean the 3.0 twin turbo (N54) as found in the 335I?

It took a while for the 5 series to adapt that motor, and with the new 135I being launched early next year, I can see the N54 becoming...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 09-22-2007, 10:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,700
Posted By calgaryx3
What a great thread; I always like discussions of...

What a great thread; I always like discussions of colour since it gives me chance to show off our X3. Highland Green and Crimson Red were my favourite colours, and while my wife and I agreed on the...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 09-19-2007, 06:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,012
Posted By calgaryx3
[QUOTE=bmx335i;2659210]yes there is a way.. a...

[QUOTE=bmx335i;2659210]yes there is a way.. a 335i here in canada is $92,000 (QUOTE]

Hope you were getting a lot of options at that price!

A
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 09-17-2007, 08:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 612
Posted By calgaryx3
Welcome to the E83/E90 owners club. Nice to see...

Welcome to the E83/E90 owners club. Nice to see you posting over here as well!

Asif
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 08-27-2007, 06:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,221
Posted By calgaryx3
I had neighbours and fellow co-workers comment: ...

I had neighbours and fellow co-workers comment:

"wow...you must be on the take". I promptly informed one of them that my monthly payments were likely the same as those on his fully loaded 2007...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 08-26-2007, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 799
Posted By calgaryx3
We drove both E90s prior to making a decision. ...

We drove both E90s prior to making a decision. Both my wife and I agreed that the 328I felt little different (power delivery wise) to our X3 3.0I and paled in comparison to the gobs of torque...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 08-12-2007, 05:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,436
Posted By calgaryx3
Since we have an X3 in the fleet which my wife...

Since we have an X3 in the fleet which my wife keeps absolutely pristine, I picked up a 1994 Honda Accord (FWD) for winter duty for the same price as a set of winters and OEM for our 335I. Should be...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 08-07-2007, 04:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 977
Posted By calgaryx3
'05 as well since '05 was the last year that the...

'05 as well since '05 was the last year that the black (better IMO) bumpers were offered, coupled with the fact that our exclusive colour, Mocha metallic was offered in that year only.

Asif
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 08-03-2007, 11:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 632
Posted By calgaryx3
Good to hear! We too have had a thrilling 3...

Good to hear! We too have had a thrilling 3 years with our '05 X3. Besides the ubiqutous creaking door sills, ours has been very reliable *touch wood*. Ours also has very low mileage and that,...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 07-12-2007, 09:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,591
Posted By calgaryx3
We have an '05 X3 (our first beemer) and now an...

We have an '05 X3 (our first beemer) and now an '07 E90 335I. The wife still prefers the X3 over the E90 because of it's elevated driving position and roomy cabin. It's a fairly functional vehicle...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 06-25-2007, 11:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,331
Posted By calgaryx3
Here's a quick answer: YES and ...

Here's a quick answer:

YES

and

YES *grin*

I use a pressure washer quite often, especially during the winter months to remove some of the heavier road grime from the wheels and wheel well...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 06-23-2007, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,331
Posted By calgaryx3
Yes, it's pitting from the brake dust causing...

Yes, it's pitting from the brake dust causing minor imperfection, and a rough finish of the clear coat.

Try the BMW wheel cleaner, and providing you keep the wheels reasonably clean on a regular...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 06-22-2007, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,331
Posted By calgaryx3
I've had an X3 since '05 (my first BMW) and had...

I've had an X3 since '05 (my first BMW) and had the same sentiments as you until two weeks ago when we picked up our new '07 E90 335I. At the time, the dealer threw in some BMW brand car care...
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 06-10-2007, 05:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 750
Posted By calgaryx3
Mikhail, Hello from Calgary! To answer your...

Mikhail,

Hello from Calgary! To answer your question, I think it is plausible to get a discount off of the X3s up here. There is certainly no need to pay MSRP. Depending on where you are in the...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 06-08-2007, 12:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 272
Posted By calgaryx3
Likely doesn't apply to you in Cali, however BMW...

Likely doesn't apply to you in Cali, however BMW Canada rates for the E90 stayed the same, and are guaranteed till July 3.

A
Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 06-08-2007, 05:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,410
Posted By calgaryx3
C&D = Car and Driver magazine. When I took a...

C&D = Car and Driver magazine. When I took a look at their website yesterday (www.caranddriver.com), I couldn't find the article. Thankfully the July issue arrived in my mailbox, in hardcopy...
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