Just Got 330i

bimmer · 08-07-2006, 09:55 PM

Hey guys,

I just got last 330i SG, SP, manual, being shipped from Germany to eastern Canada. I was waiting for 335i but with 3.9% lease since Aug 1 on 2006 models and 335i being $3000-5000 more than 330i, I decided to get 330i (with some discount of course:rocks: )
Well, I also calculated that I will pay a little more for 328i than 330i when it comes in oct due to higher interest (6.9% or 7.4%) and no discounts at all (-+500) I think I made a good decision. The car is plenty fast for me BTW, since I am coming from 2003 passat 1.8t.

Anyway, I have a few questions.:
since I got sport pack should I go with tire/rim insurance? Is that neccessary or should I save some money and forget about it.
I also want to tint the car 35%, should I let the dealer do it for $499 or look elsewhere (in Toronto area) Please give me some other shop recommendations.
Moreover, should I get a clear bra or it is not very neccessary (BTW I don't like the way clear bra looks on SG - highly visible)
Please give me some advice. Can't wait to get behind the bimmer's wheel.:rocks:

nmulax · 08-07-2006, 10:15 PM

Congrats on the new car... you'll love it. :rocks:

The tire/wheel insurance is your own call. A lot of people on here went with it, and a lot did not. I'm one that did not. I'm betting on the odds that I will not have a flat. Plus, the insurance DOES NOT cover tires/wheels other then ones purchased at a BMW dealership. So if you slap on some aftermarket rims and some rubber from Tire-Rack; you're SOL if you get a flat.

As for the tint; go elsewhere.
$499 is crazy. I'm sure you can find it elsewhere for $250-300.

You leased the car right? If so, I'd say pass on the clear-bra. It's an investment that you'll get nothing back from once the lease is over. I think it's more directed towards those of us who've purchased the car and plan to keep it for 4+ years.

Asiann · 08-07-2006, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by nmulax

Congrats on the new car... you'll love it. :rocks:

The tire/wheel insurance is your own call. A lot of people on here went with it, and a lot did not. I'm one that did not. I'm betting on the odds that I will not have a flat. Plus, the insurance DOES NOT cover tires/wheels other then ones purchased at a BMW dealership. So if you slap on some aftermarket rims and some rubber from Tire-Rack; you're SOL if you get a flat.

As for the tint; go elsewhere.
$499 is crazy. I'm sure you can find it elsewhere for $250-300.

You leased the car right? If so, I'd say pass on the clear-bra. It's an investment that you'll get nothing back from once the lease is over. I think it's more directed towards those of us who've purchased the car and plan to keep it for 4+ years.

Good advice!

tissot · 08-07-2006, 11:08 PM

I also bought a 330i on the weekend and I'll be picking it up on Saturday

My uncle works for Car Magic (7537 Woodbine Avenue). I will be seeing him on the weekend and I'm going to ask him how much tinting would be. I could also get a quote for you.

rolling18 · 08-07-2006, 11:29 PM

I got mine tinted 20% for 160 TOTAL, and it looks damn hot!!! im Very pleased.
i found the shop on Craigs list under "services"

get tint youll love it! not to mention much easier on climate control..

gohawks23 · 08-07-2006, 11:30 PM

Tint cost is totally a function of what actual tint material you get and what you want to get out of your tint...heat rejection, privacy, etc...cheap tint jobs start in the mid $100 range and high end tint can cost up to $600 for top of the line Huper Optik Drei.

http://www.huperoptikusa.com/products_klasse.cfm

Jay_328 · 08-07-2006, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmer

Hey guys,

I just got last 330i SG, SP, manual, being shipped from Germany to eastern Canada.

Congrats!

here goes....

BK · 08-07-2006, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmer

Anyway, I have a few questions.:
since I got sport pack should I go with tire/rim insurance? Is that neccessary or should I save some money and forget about it.
I also want to tint the car 35%, should I let the dealer do it for $499 or look elsewhere (in Toronto area) Please give me some other shop recommendations.
Moreover, should I get a clear bra or it is not very neccessary (BTW I don't like the way clear bra looks on SG - highly visible)

There are lots of suggestions on the forum, both pro and con, for each of your last two questions. For what it's worth, I got the tire + wheel insurance and I have not gotten a clear bra... but I'm thinking about it.

As for tint, as greginaz1 said, the price depends on the film they use. Some are more expensive than others. Is your $499 price USD or CAD? If it is Canadian, then it's still pricey but about the going rate for the more expensive tints.

06330i · 08-08-2006, 12:12 AM

why do u need pics? look it up...... and i dont even think he has the car yet, atleast the way he worded his paragraph.

Jay_328 · 08-08-2006, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by 06330i

why do u need pics? look it up...... and i dont even think he has the car yet, atleast the way he worded his paragraph.

what do you have to do with me requesting pics?

mind your own effing business :finger:

Caster · 08-08-2006, 12:50 AM

I paid $130 for my tints--all around, and I have 15%..

I'm regretting 15% I want to go back and do 5% =]

YULY · 08-08-2006, 06:51 AM

I heard that is better to get "ceramic" tint instead of "metalic" if your ride has a nav sys, any advice?

thanks

myfirstbimmer · 08-08-2006, 08:25 AM

Yes, go with ceremic tints, thats what i have and it is amazing, mine is Formula 1 - Pinnacle series 35%. Stay away from metalic tints, had it for my previous e46 and you will lose radio reception for both keyless and AM.

I suggest you use ceremic since you have Nav. Ceremic cost a bit more compared to metalic tints.

Tom

BK · 08-08-2006, 08:25 AM

I don't know about nav (antenna is in shark fin), but apparently metallic tint causes problems with CA and AM reception for some people but not others: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3155

FWIW, I have ceramic (FormulaONE Pinnacle 35% like myfirstbimmer) and have no problems at all with nav, CA, or radio reception.

YULY · 08-08-2006, 09:31 AM

thanks for the advice,

BK:I live around your area, what shop did you go to, and if you dont mind how much did you pay.
thanks

bimmer · 08-08-2006, 11:34 AM

Thanks guys for advice,

I didn't get the car yet. The car is coming to Halifax port today, so I will be seeing my car in about 7 to 10 days.

Pictures are coming after I pick up my car:rocks:
I need more tint shop recomendations from Toronto area.

330i SG,SP,6spd,'ette.

bimmer · 08-08-2006, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tissot

I also bought a 330i on the weekend and I'll be picking it up on Saturday

My uncle works for Car Magic (7537 Woodbine Avenue). I will be seeing him on the weekend and I'm going to ask him how much tinting would be. I could also get a quote for you.

congratz on your new toy, please let me know about their tinting and please get a quote for me (all35%)

Much THX

SoYank · 08-08-2006, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BK

I don't know about nav (antenna is in shark fin), but apparently metallic tint causes problems with CA and AM reception for some people but not others: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3155

FWIW, I have ceramic (FormulaONE Pinnacle 35% like myfirstbimmer) and have no problems at all with nav, CA, or radio reception.

Somewhere I read that the GPS antenna is under the panel beneath the rear window and that you shouldn't put items there which would block the signal. And who still listens to AM radio? Hmm, I guess there are alot because otherwise they'd shut down.

BK · 08-08-2006, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YULY

thanks for the advice,

BK:I live around your area, what shop did you go to, and if you dont mind how much did you pay.
thanks

I went to LA Tint in Sterling, VA. Passport BMW recommended them, and I looked them up on the web and reviews were almost all favorable. The manager's name is Geoff and they did an excellent job.

Price was $397 -- expensive, but that is about what the FormulaONE Pinnacle tint goes for everywhere.

http://www.latint.com/ for contact info.

myfirstbimmer · 08-08-2006, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer

congratz on your new toy, please let me know about their tinting and please get a quote for me (all35%)

Much THX

I got mine from Fx Auto Tint, near McCown and Heritage, nearby Markville Mall , $250 (with some haggling), for Formula 1-Pinnacle Series, 35% all around (Ceremic Tints). Their craftsmanship is suprb and they stand behind their work and warranty. Ceremic tints is the best stuff out there

http://www.fxauto.com/

Tom

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bimmer BMW FOREVER 28 Rep 504 Posts Drives: BMW 335is Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: east iTrader: (0)	Just Got 330i - Tint and other advice Hey guys, I just got last 330i SG, SP, manual, being shipped from Germany to eastern Canada. I was waiting for 335i but with 3.9% lease since Aug 1 on 2006 models and 335i being $3000-5000 more than 330i, I decided to get 330i (with some discount of course:rocks: ) Well, I also calculated that I will pay a little more for 328i than 330i when it comes in oct due to higher interest (6.9% or 7.4%) and no discounts at all (-+500) I think I made a good decision. The car is plenty fast for me BTW, since I am coming from 2003 passat 1.8t. Anyway, I have a few questions.: since I got sport pack should I go with tire/rim insurance? Is that neccessary or should I save some money and forget about it. I also want to tint the car 35%, should I let the dealer do it for $499 or look elsewhere (in Toronto area) Please give me some other shop recommendations. Moreover, should I get a clear bra or it is not very neccessary (BTW I don't like the way clear bra looks on SG - highly visible) Please give me some advice. Can't wait to get behind the bimmer's wheel.:rocks:
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nmulax Brigadier General 379 Rep 4,320 Posts Drives: '07 Z4 M Coupe Join Date: May 2006 Location: Metro-Detroit iTrader: (5) Garage List 2007 Z4M Coupé [7.66]	Congrats on the new car... you'll love it. :rocks: The tire/wheel insurance is your own call. A lot of people on here went with it, and a lot did not. I'm one that did not. I'm betting on the odds that I will not have a flat. Plus, the insurance DOES NOT cover tires/wheels other then ones purchased at a BMW dealership. So if you slap on some aftermarket rims and some rubber from Tire-Rack; you're SOL if you get a flat. As for the tint; go elsewhere. $499 is crazy. I'm sure you can find it elsewhere for $250-300. You leased the car right? If so, I'd say pass on the clear-bra. It's an investment that you'll get nothing back from once the lease is over. I think it's more directed towards those of us who've purchased the car and plan to keep it for 4+ years. __________________
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tissot hmmmmmmmm 17 Rep 570 Posts Drives: F30 - 328i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Toronto iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	I also bought a 330i on the weekend and I'll be picking it up on Saturday My uncle works for Car Magic (7537 Woodbine Avenue). I will be seeing him on the weekend and I'm going to ask him how much tinting would be. I could also get a quote for you.
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rolling18 I AM the 12th. Emom 48 Rep 1,007 Posts Drives: 07 335i SG Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: portland, OR iTrader: (1)	I got mine tinted 20% for 160 TOTAL, and it looks damn hot!!! im Very pleased. i found the shop on Craigs list under "services" get tint youll love it! not to mention much easier on climate control.. __________________ *e92, 335i SG/ Coral. 6m, LSD,*
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gohawks23 Major 426 Rep 1,457 Posts Drives: Bauer S29s Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ice iTrader: (0)	Tint cost is totally a function of what actual tint material you get and what you want to get out of your tint...heat rejection, privacy, etc...cheap tint jobs start in the mid $100 range and high end tint can cost up to $600 for top of the line Huper Optik Drei. http://www.huperoptikusa.com/products_klasse.cfm
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06330i fresher den you 36 Rep 986 Posts Drives: 2004 x3 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: the shores, MI iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E90, 330i [0.00]	why do u need pics? look it up...... and i dont even think he has the car yet, atleast the way he worded his paragraph.
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Caster Lieutenant 28 Rep 597 Posts Drives: 06 SG 325i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: LA, Cali iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	I paid $130 for my tints--all around, and I have 15%.. I'm regretting 15% I want to go back and do 5% =] __________________ Graphite E90 325i / Navigation / Premium / Xenon / LUX White Rings / 15% Tint / Blackline Tail Lights
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YULY Private First Class 10 Rep 187 Posts Drives: 2008 328i coupe Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Fairfax iTrader: (3) Garage List 2006 325xi [0.00]	I heard that is better to get "ceramic" tint instead of "metalic" if your ride has a nav sys, any advice? thanks
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myfirstbimmer Private First Class 17 Rep 145 Posts Drives: E90 SG 330i Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: T.O. iTrader: (0)	Yes, go with ceremic tints, thats what i have and it is amazing, mine is Formula 1 - Pinnacle series 35%. Stay away from metalic tints, had it for my previous e46 and you will lose radio reception for both keyless and AM. I suggest you use ceremic since you have Nav. Ceremic cost a bit more compared to metalic tints. Tom __________________ 35% Formula 1 Ceramic Tints, //M E-Brake handle, //M Steering Wheel
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BK Smiling politely 167 Rep 7,931 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [9.00]	I don't know about nav (antenna is in shark fin), but apparently metallic tint causes problems with CA and AM reception for some people but not others: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3155 FWIW, I have ceramic (FormulaONE Pinnacle 35% like myfirstbimmer) and have no problems at all with nav, CA, or radio reception. __________________ E90 330i Black Sapphire 6MT \| 991.1 C4 Platinum Silver 7MT
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YULY Private First Class 10 Rep 187 Posts Drives: 2008 328i coupe Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Fairfax iTrader: (3) Garage List 2006 325xi [0.00]	thanks for the advice, BK:I live around your area, what shop did you go to, and if you dont mind how much did you pay. thanks
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bimmer BMW FOREVER 28 Rep 504 Posts Drives: BMW 335is Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: east iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys for advice, I didn't get the car yet. The car is coming to Halifax port today, so I will be seeing my car in about 7 to 10 days. Pictures are coming after I pick up my car:rocks: I need more tint shop recomendations from Toronto area. 330i SG,SP,6spd,'ette.
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