My biggest regret on my 335i E93

Stinger · 08-11-2007, 09:04 AM

So, I went with a well optioned E93 that I ordered specifically for me. My one single regret was going with Sirius radio. Here are my reasons:

1.) I mainly bought it because of Howard Stern's morning show, but everytime I listen to the show it is a tape from 2006, 1999, 2003...whatever...never seems to be live/current.

What a waste.
2.) The stations are fine I do like 1st Wave, Alt Nation, ESPN News, and the NFL station but I find myself listening to my iPod more than anything else.
3.) And my biggest issue: Placement of the fin on the trunk is ugly. I'm looking at rear spoilers and everytime I visualize a lip on the trunk I think of that dumb looking fin in my way.

I'm guessing there is no way to remove the shark fin at this point so it is a real downer if I decide not to renew my Sirius contract after year one.

Oh well, so that is my regret about my order. Other than this, and it is minor, I absolutely love this car. :rocks:

andrewket · 08-11-2007, 10:42 AM

I, on the other hand, love the built in Sirius and while I think the car looks better without the fin on the trunk it isn't that big of a deal.

Andrew

halB · 08-11-2007, 10:52 AM

You will get use to the look very soon.

2007_E93 · 08-11-2007, 10:59 AM

+1 doesn't bother me much. I don't have Sirius but I have the fin and dont mind it.

SlammedR8 · 08-11-2007, 11:02 AM

my dealer told me i could order the e93 and specifically order it without the fin on the trunk...
but i wasn't adding sirius so i dont know!

DaUnit · 08-11-2007, 11:03 AM

Not having Sirius is a mistake... Stern takes vacation during the summer just like the rest of us. When fall rolls around he will be back in full effect.

Uncensored Stern is the best show anywhere!

mp0i · 08-11-2007, 11:03 AM

I opted for the sat radio delete specifically because I didn't like the fin.

ScottyGams · 08-11-2007, 01:07 PM

gotta say it...

Opie & Anthony!!!

Hu Hu!!

back to topic...

BMWE90 · 08-11-2007, 01:10 PM

that dude Howard STern gets paid $1500 for every 6 seconds he's on there air (or 18).

Lee Rambler · 08-11-2007, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stinger

So, I went with a well optioned E93 that I ordered specifically for me. My one single regret was going with Sirius radio. Here are my reasons:

1.) I mainly bought it because of Howard Stern's morning show, but everytime I listen to the show it is a tape from 2006, 1999, 2003...whatever...never seems to be live/current.

What a waste.
2.) The stations are fine I do like 1st Wave, Alt Nation, ESPN News, and the NFL station but I find myself listening to my iPod more than anything else.
3.) And my biggest issue: Placement of the fin on the trunk is ugly. I'm looking at rear spoilers and everytime I visualize a lip on the trunk I think of that dumb looking fin in my way.

I'm guessing there is no way to remove the shark fin at this point so it is a real downer if I decide not to renew my Sirius contract after year one.

Oh well, so that is my regret about my order. Other than this, and it is minor, I absolutely love this car. :rocks:

why I canceled my sat radio...

bmargolis · 08-11-2007, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stinger

So, I went with a well optioned E93 that I ordered specifically for me. My one single regret was going with Sirius radio. Here are my reasons:

1.) I mainly bought it because of Howard Stern's morning show, but everytime I listen to the show it is a tape from 2006, 1999, 2003...whatever...never seems to be live/current.

What a waste.
2.) The stations are fine I do like 1st Wave, Alt Nation, ESPN News, and the NFL station but I find myself listening to my iPod more than anything else.
3.) And my biggest issue: Placement of the fin on the trunk is ugly. I'm looking at rear spoilers and everytime I visualize a lip on the trunk I think of that dumb looking fin in my way.

I'm guessing there is no way to remove the shark fin at this point so it is a real downer if I decide not to renew my Sirius contract after year one.

Oh well, so that is my regret about my order. Other than this, and it is minor, I absolutely love this car. :rocks:

Howard is off 10 weeks per year. They've been gone a LOT recently. Next week will be all new again. Bubba's show in the afternoons (and Friday mornings) can be entertaining also, give him a try. You can also listen to Sirius on your computer all day with a subscription. I switch over to my computer when I get to work in the mornings.

Bottom line is that I love Sirius and find myself hardly using my iPod. To each their own!

Leesi · 08-12-2007, 03:46 AM

I think BMW assist requires the fin. Even if you don't have sirius you'll find it in your trunk. But, it looks good in coupe though, it's on top of it

Franck335ci · 08-12-2007, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mp0i

I opted for the sat radio delete specifically because I didn't like the fin.

How does it look like exactly. Do you have any picture ?

We do not have SIRIUS in Europe and the only Radio/Navigation antenna we have on the trunk is the "shark wing". Does the Sirius fin looks different?

Caveatesq · 08-12-2007, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Leesi

I think BMW assist requires the fin. Even if you don't have sirius you'll find it in your trunk. But, it looks good in coupe though, it's on top of it

No it doesn't. I have BMW assist and nav on my e93. I ordered sat delete and have no fin. I have Sirius on my 330 and cancelled it after the free year. I have a back road commute to work with lots of overhanging trees. The Sirius reception was terrible - eery time I drove under a tree, the signal cut out.

darrenbmw · 08-12-2007, 07:34 AM

I have the sirius (never list to stern) but have sirius, nav, HD radio and the fin doesn't bug me. However the silver 335i shown here in the garage with the top down, I WISH I had chosen silver. SOOOO much easier to maintain .. but .. the Monaco is stunning when clean ..

)

Also noted, this silver 335i convertible has NO fin on the trunk either.

Thanks

msimon18 · 08-12-2007, 08:00 AM

The license platre does not seem to match with Conn. and I thought the regular fm antenna wqas also in tghe shark fin ??

Caveatesq · 08-12-2007, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by msimon18

The license platre does not seem to match with Conn. and I thought the regular fm antenna wqas also in tghe shark fin ??

I picked up the car in Munich via Euro delivery. The plate on the car in that picture is my temporary German plate. It is a U.S. spec car.

Green-Eggs · 08-12-2007, 05:10 PM

I really like the look of the E93. I think it might look better than the coupe with the top up. Possible that it is because I see so few of them.

purplewidow · 08-12-2007, 05:21 PM

Kiadded Sirius After!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Paid More Cause Grateful Dead Channel Is Comming And Jam On Rocks!!!!!!!!! All The Classic Rock Stations Are Balls To The Wall!!!!! Pissed It Was The Only Option I Didn't Get I Should Have Ordered Her Fully Loaded...ended Up Paying About 350 More For The Install!!!

BMW335icDDS · 08-12-2007, 05:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stinger

So, I went with a well optioned E93 that I ordered specifically for me. My one single regret was going with Sirius radio. Here are my reasons:

1.) I mainly bought it because of Howard Stern's morning show, but everytime I listen to the show it is a tape from 2006, 1999, 2003...whatever...never seems to be live/current.

What a waste.
2.) The stations are fine I do like 1st Wave, Alt Nation, ESPN News, and the NFL station but I find myself listening to my iPod more than anything else.
3.) And my biggest issue: Placement of the fin on the trunk is ugly. I'm looking at rear spoilers and everytime I visualize a lip on the trunk I think of that dumb looking fin in my way.

I'm guessing there is no way to remove the shark fin at this point so it is a real downer if I decide not to renew my Sirius contract after year one.

Oh well, so that is my regret about my order. Other than this, and it is minor, I absolutely love this car. :rocks:

Nice color combo on your car. I bet it looks stunning!

E90330iS · 08-12-2007, 05:50 PM

Good point......

Ian335i · 08-12-2007, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mp0i

I opted for the sat radio delete specifically because I didn't like the fin.

+1 Same here.

08-11-2007, 09:04 AM	#1
Stinger Major 112 Rep 1,040 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Convertible Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Southern California iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i E93 [7.00] 1993 318is [0.00] 1996 Z3 1.9 [0.00]	My biggest regret on my 335i E93 So, I went with a well optioned E93 that I ordered specifically for me. My one single regret was going with Sirius radio. Here are my reasons: 1.) I mainly bought it because of Howard Stern's morning show, but everytime I listen to the show it is a tape from 2006, 1999, 2003...whatever...never seems to be live/current. What a waste. 2.) The stations are fine I do like 1st Wave, Alt Nation, ESPN News, and the NFL station but I find myself listening to my iPod more than anything else. 3.) And my biggest issue: Placement of the fin on the trunk is ugly. I'm looking at rear spoilers and everytime I visualize a lip on the trunk I think of that dumb looking fin in my way. I'm guessing there is no way to remove the shark fin at this point so it is a real downer if I decide not to renew my Sirius contract after year one. Oh well, so that is my regret about my order. Other than this, and it is minor, I absolutely love this car. :rocks: __________________ http://e93fanatic.blogspot.com
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andrewket First Lieutenant 3 Rep 329 Posts Drives: 2011 335is Convertible DCT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern VA iTrader: (0)	I, on the other hand, love the built in Sirius and while I think the car looks better without the fin on the trunk it isn't that big of a deal. Andrew
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halB Colonel 53 Rep 2,384 Posts Drives: W211 E350 4M MkV GTI 987.2 S Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Just north of Toronto iTrader: (0)	You will get use to the look very soon. __________________ 07 E93 335i - Returned at lease end 09 W211 E350 4Matic Avant Garde - Blk/Blk, AMG pkg w/18". Sport Susp. F1 Asym. Debadged. 09 MkV GTI w/Leather & 18" Huffs. F1 Asym 10 987.2 S w/Leather sport seat, Sport Chrono, 19" Carrera S II wheels
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2007_E93 Captain 19 Rep 604 Posts Drives: ? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: ? iTrader: (0)	+1 doesn't bother me much. I don't have Sirius but I have the fin and dont mind it.
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SlammedR8 Major General 523 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i/2020 R8 V10 Spyder Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto iTrader: (2)	my dealer told me i could order the e93 and specifically order it without the fin on the trunk... but i wasn't adding sirius so i dont know!
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DaUnit Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 on Order Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: You Mom's House iTrader: (0)	Not having Sirius is a mistake... Stern takes vacation during the summer just like the rest of us. When fall rolls around he will be back in full effect. Uncensored Stern is the best show anywhere!
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mp0i RSM, CA 6 Rep 38 Posts Drives: 2014 328d Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: So. Cal. iTrader: (1)	I opted for the sat radio delete specifically because I didn't like the fin.
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BMWE90 Major 88 Rep 1,153 Posts Drives: E90 335 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (1)	that dude Howard STern gets paid $1500 for every 6 seconds he's on there air (or 18).
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08-12-2007, 03:46 AM	#12
Leesi Good Student Driver 11 Rep 589 Posts Drives: Black BMW Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern California iTrader: (0)	I think BMW assist requires the fin. Even if you don't have sirius you'll find it in your trunk. But, it looks good in coupe though, it's on top of it __________________ Right E92 sideskirt for sale $50 Jet Black color with minor scratches PM ME!
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darrenbmw Enlisted Member 4 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 335i Monaco Blue Convertible Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Minnesota USA iTrader: (0)	Sirius/ fin I have the sirius (never list to stern) but have sirius, nav, HD radio and the fin doesn't bug me. However the silver 335i shown here in the garage with the top down, I WISH I had chosen silver. SOOOO much easier to maintain .. but .. the Monaco is stunning when clean .. ) Also noted, this silver 335i convertible has NO fin on the trunk either. Thanks __________________ Loaded Options .. Darren
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Green-Eggs Lieutenant Colonel 1446 Rep 1,614 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (3)	I really like the look of the E93. I think it might look better than the coupe with the top up. Possible that it is because I see so few of them.
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purplewidow Lieutenant Colonel 51 Rep 1,928 Posts Drives: e92 335 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago iTrader: (2)	Kiadded Sirius After!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Paid More Cause Grateful Dead Channel Is Comming And Jam On Rocks!!!!!!!!! All The Classic Rock Stations Are Balls To The Wall!!!!! Pissed It Was The Only Option I Didn't Get I Should Have Ordered Her Fully Loaded...ended Up Paying About 350 More For The Install!!!
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