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Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 04-25-2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 438
Posted By Jafeinst
Just Ordered

If it's quiet inside, why would you hear the puttering? I have a 28i and love it. I guess I don't understand your post?


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Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-23-2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By Jafeinst
I'm at one year, 4600 miles(spend a lot more time...

I'm at one year, 4600 miles(spend a lot more time driving crappy rental cars) but all 4600 have been fun and trouble free. Only complaint is that the car has made me a horrible driver as most rental...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-05-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,483
Posted By Jafeinst
Apply the coating- I can't turn around without...

Apply the coating- I can't turn around without bumping into a detail shop in this town.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-05-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,483
Posted By Jafeinst
If anyone knows a detailer in Dallas, please let...

If anyone knows a detailer in Dallas, please let me know. Thanks.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-18-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,898
Posted By Jafeinst
Both great cars. I have wanted a Q5 since it...

Both great cars. I have wanted a Q5 since it first came to the US but chose the X3 because I hated the SA's at my local dealer. I had a couple A4s and maintenance was an issue so I decided to try...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-05-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By Jafeinst
Doug- I hear what you're saying and admit that...

Doug-
I hear what you're saying and admit that I'm the type who would be bothered by a small scratch no one else would notice. My point is that I have white latches exposed against black...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-05-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By Jafeinst
Thanks. I was pretty frustrated as the dealer...

Thanks. I was pretty frustrated as the dealer claims it's not a manufacturing issue though I've had that car seat in an Audi, Lexus, and Volvo without this happening. I was so frustrated I wanted...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-03-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By Jafeinst
Pleather Sests

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I took my car seat out and was disappointed to see that the seat is now misshapen where the car seat fasteners went in. The outline of the bottom of the seat is also visible. Does anyone...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-02-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,079
Posted By Jafeinst
I'm biting the bullet and having the trim...

I'm biting the bullet and having the trim switched out next week. If anyone is interested in the aluminum- great shape, 9 months old- just let me know.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-24-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,079
Posted By Jafeinst
I finally received a quote from BMW of Dallas-...

I finally received a quote from BMW of Dallas- they priced the trim components separately at around $1000 total and another $700 for labor which seemed highly excessive! I'll try the guy recommended...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-16-2013, 01:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,079
Posted By Jafeinst
Deedward- I have calls into 2 Dallas dealers and...

Deedward- I have calls into 2 Dallas dealers and haven't received a response- have you gotten a quote for installation on top of the $770? Thanks!
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 12-20-2012, 06:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 292
Posted By Jafeinst
Solid in the wind...

I'm seeing many threads about the handling in snow which is great for people who have a winter. In Dallas, we have thunderstorms(of biblical proportions) and wind. Last night, in the middle of a...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 12-18-2012, 10:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,177
Posted By Jafeinst
I have been using 89 consistently for 8 months...

I have been using 89 consistently for 8 months without any issues or noticeable performance compromises. You could always alternate every other tank between the two.....not a mechanic so not sure...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-09-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,187
Posted By Jafeinst
You guys are correct- assumed roof rails.....that...

You guys are correct- assumed roof rails.....that was easy! My mistake.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 10-09-2012, 07:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,187
Posted By Jafeinst
It's incredibly easy. It took me 15 minutes.

It's incredibly easy. It took me 15 minutes.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 07-16-2012, 10:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,228
Posted By Jafeinst
$10,000 is a lot of money but shows how well BMW...

$10,000 is a lot of money but shows how well BMW holds its value vs others. Think about what your 10K gets you besides bells and whistles like auto stop(which you may or may not like). The full...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 06-27-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,551
Posted By Jafeinst
I bought the roof rack(on Amazon- great deal from...

I bought the roof rack(on Amazon- great deal from a dealer in your neck of the woods), mats and cargo liner as well. Just FYI, rackattack.com has plenty of different attachments for the BMW base...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 06-19-2012, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By Jafeinst
The RFI thought makes sense- it's annoying. I...

The RFI thought makes sense- it's annoying. I don't have the sport seats but like your idea- thanks for the info.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 06-19-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By Jafeinst
Seat Sensitivity

I noticed the passenger seatbelt warning goes off if I have my wallet(not that heavy, trust me) and iPhone sitting in the seat. I would think there would be a higher weight minimum to trigger it? ...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 06-08-2012, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 568
Posted By Jafeinst
Yeh- they literally fell out one day. Guess...

Yeh- they literally fell out one day. Guess somewhere between your situation and mine would be ideal! Thanks.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 06-08-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 568
Posted By Jafeinst
I will when I go back to the car- I looked in the...

I will when I go back to the car- I looked in the online owners manual and think it's actually the turn signal cover. It's a flat, black piece that covers the turn signal access.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 06-08-2012, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 568
Posted By Jafeinst
Tail light Access Covers

I opened my tailgate last week and the black plastic piece on the tail lights fell off- the other is loose. I'm taking it in next week. Anyone else have any issue with this seemingly very cheap and...
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