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Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-27-2008, 11:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,511
Posted By flamez
My biggest gripe is that the aux in for the radio...

My biggest gripe is that the aux in for the radio [mp3 players and the like] is in the rear cabin behind the centre armrest console, crap why cant it be in the armrest like all other models so that...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-13-2008, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,544
Posted By flamez
I s the diesel version available in the US?

I s the diesel version available in the US?
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-12-2008, 03:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,544
Posted By flamez
Hi my 2.0D sport [177bhp] is returning 39 to the...

Hi my 2.0D sport [177bhp] is returning 39 to the gallon and its not run in yet only 1500 miles.....yipeeeeeeeee
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-29-2008, 02:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,857
Posted By flamez
Sorry for the ignorance does that mean you lease...

Sorry for the ignorance does that mean you lease the car for approx $6000 per year for two years. If so is there a mileage limit?

Here in the UK if I leased a similar car it would be in the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-28-2008, 01:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,718
Posted By flamez
Thanks for that I used a wide angle for that...

Thanks for that I used a wide angle for that shot, set at 10mm,on a Canon 400D. It was a very overcast day with flash disabled.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-28-2008, 08:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,718
Posted By flamez
A few more pics of my X3 in the Isle of Man

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p224/flamez_photo/IMG_1362.jpg

http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p224/flamez_photo/IMG_1384.jpg
...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-28-2008, 02:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,306
Posted By flamez
My new X3 cme with Dunlop SP's and I can verify...

My new X3 cme with Dunlop SP's and I can verify that they are quiet and hold the road very well and give confidence and harsh conering whilst at speed.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-21-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,135
Posted By flamez
I'm away with work but hope to post some interior...

I'm away with work but hope to post some interior shots later in the week.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-21-2008, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,135
Posted By flamez
Thanks they are the standard 18" M Type double...

Thanks they are the standard 18" M Type double spoke wheels fitted; style 192
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-21-2008, 04:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,135
Posted By flamez
Pics of my new X3

X3 2.0D ///M

http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p224/flamez_photo/?action=view&current=SL380070.jpg

http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p224/flamez_photo/?action=view&current=SL380071.jpg
...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-21-2008, 03:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,508
Posted By flamez
No I believe it locks with central locking. ...

No I believe it locks with central locking.

Another neat idea I have discovered on my 08 x3 2.0d is that a valve remains shut in the filler neck until the derv nozzle diameter forces it open. This...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-16-2008, 01:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,335
Posted By flamez
yeah sure hope to post some pics on sunday with...

yeah sure hope to post some pics on sunday with an initial write up,

By the way the box on my 335 has some odd moments; especially when moving from standstill in 1st, the take up is very harsh you...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-16-2008, 01:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,335
Posted By flamez
The autobox is not the one that you state [thank...

The autobox is not the one that you state [thank goodness as I have seen previous posts] the spec is [and in the UK it is standard on the 3.o petrol and diesels]


Six speed automatic...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-16-2008, 12:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,335
Posted By flamez
95% of the time we will use the X3 for commuting,...

95% of the time we will use the X3 for commuting, I also have the auto box on my 335i and it performs really well, so why would you have a manual?
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-16-2008, 11:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,335
Posted By flamez
Discount on new X3: UK

Hi I have just been informed that the latest offer on new X3's in the UK is an upgrade to autobox, a saving of £1,470.

Having ordered mine last week, my BMW dealer say they will honour the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-15-2008, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,538
Posted By flamez
The answer to my own question is yes until 2010...

The answer to my own question is yes until 2010 when production of all X3's will be moved to Spartanburg, USA.

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/06/bmw-to-announce-u-s-spartanburg-plant-expansion/...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-15-2008, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,538
Posted By flamez
Interesting to see heritage of X3

Whilst researching my new buy, due on saturday, I noticed that the X3 is the only bmw that is built out of house. However it is in good company with mercedes benz, jeep, saab and aston martin

...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-15-2008, 12:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,595
Posted By flamez
Chipping the ECU

has anyone chipped their 2.0d from 177ps to 210ps. was it worth it?

I noticed this on another site E90 post; Although it relates to a 120d would it be as effective inan E83 X3

have been...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-15-2008, 02:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,740
Posted By flamez
no worries i will post on sat / sun and make...

no worries i will post on sat / sun and make direct comparisons with my previous 04 3.0 petrol
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-14-2008, 08:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,740
Posted By flamez
New X3

I pick up my new X3 this Saturday.

The spec is;

X3 2.0d M Sport [177bhp]
Black Saphirre
Black nevada Leather
Auto box
Xenons
Privacy glass
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-14-2008, 04:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,415
Posted By flamez
They look good and really go with the car colour,...

They look good and really go with the car colour, I hope you sort the trunk out .
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-13-2008, 03:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,415
Posted By flamez
Any pics of what you have done so far

Any pics of what you have done so far
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-12-2008, 02:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,415
Posted By flamez
Out of interest what are you replacing the...

Out of interest what are you replacing the roundels with?
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