First Time BMW owner :) - United Bimmer Community

**ccurtis** · 02-06-2007, 05:05 PM

Hello All,

I just purchased my first ever BMW. Its a brand new 2007 328i w/sport package and so far I'm loving it.

Any advise on what to do first. I already have an appointment to get some paint and appolstry protectant put on.

Thanks!
Chad

**QcMarque** · 02-06-2007, 05:24 PM

Welcome to the family!

What type of mods/upgrades are you looking at? Since your car is brand new you'll have to check w/ the dealership to ensure what you're wanting to do won't void any warranties.

**ccurtis** · 02-06-2007, 06:18 PM

Thanks for the welcome! I probably will not perform any mods yet. I still want to get to know the car...the ride, the feel, the handling, etc. I'm pretty excited.

witeshark · 02-06-2007, 07:11 PM

Welcome to the forums

**dinan540** · 02-06-2007, 07:53 PM

Welcome to ub.c. Congrats on the sweet ride. Lets see pics. Paint protection is smart to do.

Make sure you change the oil every 5-7000 miles. BMW will only change it every 15,000. That is stupid. Also, change your gearbox and diff fluid every 30,000 miles. BMW will refuse, but do it anyway. They have a lifetime fill. That is so dumb.

nick_318is · 02-06-2007, 08:10 PM

Welcome to UB.c

**doughboyea** · 02-06-2007, 10:34 PM

Welcome. If I may suggest, no mods... Just find out what ur car can do and become a pro at driving it. Don't waste the money on mods that won't give you real gains.

Here's an idea, find a twisty road near where you live.

Dough

**ccurtis** · 02-07-2007, 01:31 AM

Thanks for a the suggestions! I really like the idea about the twisty road...sounds like a fun weekend road trip to me! I have a question...Since this is a new vehicle (10 Miles) am I supposed to keep the RPMs low for the first few miles? The dealer never said anything.

I will post pics once the dealership details and presents the vehicle to us officially. We just drove it home last night; however, the dealer wants us to bring it in for detailing and vehicle presentation.

Rooz · 02-07-2007, 09:25 AM

Welcome to UB.C

You found the best community around

**doughboyea** · 02-07-2007, 12:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ccurtis

I have a question...Since this is a new vehicle (10 Miles) am I supposed to keep the RPMs low for the first few miles? The dealer never said anything.

Typically, 1000 mi is the break-in period. So, easy accelerations and what not should be expected. Though, I'm no mechanic in this, and at the time of this posting, have never purchased a BRAND NEW car.

Dough

**celsdogg** · 02-07-2007, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ccurtis

Thanks for a the suggestions! I really like the idea about the twisty road...sounds like a fun weekend road trip to me! I have a question...Since this is a new vehicle (10 Miles) am I supposed to keep the RPMs low for the first few miles? The dealer never said anything.

officially you are supposed to keep engine speed low in the first 500 to 1000 miles, but more importantly vary engine speed. dont run at a constant engine speed for a long time.

now there are some out there that have done testing and say that you get better performance and less wear if you run it hard during the break in. much controversy over that. . .

OT: wtf happened to my sig?

**ccurtis** · 02-07-2007, 04:34 PM

Ahh Ok, That was the answer I was looking for. Thank you for the information. I've heard something about wanting to seat /condition the valves so they aren't limited in their mechanical travel...?

**BhndTheWheel** · 02-07-2007, 11:57 PM

CC, welcome to the club. Like you, I'm a new BMW driver. Well, a new/old BMW driver but the thrill and experience of driving this machine is the same; impressive acceleration, takes curves without a bounce, brakes that can stop a swat team. Nobody told me it would be this good.

Happy motoring to you!

**mullethunter3** · 02-08-2007, 12:27 AM

Curtis, first... welcome. Second, tell us more about the car! Is is a proper manual, an auto, what color, is it just the sport package or do you have anything else added on? Sorry for the lot of questions, I just love when people get new cars.

**ccurtis** · 02-08-2007, 01:18 AM

2007 BMW 328i Sedan

Exterior Features:
Titanium Silver Metallic
Interior Features:
Gray with Dakota Leather Upholstery and Burl Walnut Wood Trim
Packages:

Sport Package
- Sport Suspension
- Sport Steering Wheel
- Wheels: 17" x 8" /17 x 8.5" Alloy (Styling 161)
- Sport Seats
- Increased Top Speed Limiter

Premium Package
- BMW Assist with Bluetooth Wireless Technology
- Universal Garage Door Opener
- Auto-Dim Mirror
- Power Front Seats w/Driver Memory
- Lumbar Support
- Compass

Cold Weather Package
- Fold Down Rear Seats w/Ski Bag
- Heated Front Seats
- Retractable Headlight Washers

Options:
Xenon Adaptive Headlights
Comfort Access
Accessories:
Auto-Dimming Exterior Rearview Mirrors

Oops, the most import part! It is a 6-speed manual transmission

**Dr1ve4fun** · 02-08-2007, 03:20 AM

^^nice!

**ccurtis** · 02-18-2007, 01:49 AM

Hello Everyone,

Here are the pix of the new ride. Hope you enjoy them...I know I am

Thanks,
Chad

**ccurtis** · 02-18-2007, 01:50 AM

Thanks,
Chad

**scrichy84** · 02-19-2007, 04:27 PM

Looks like a lot of fun. Your car owners manuel will have the exact information on the break in period. I know for the 2007 rabbit I just purchased speed was supposed to be varied for the first 1000 miles, not to take it over 4,000 rpms and to vary the speed (i.e. no cruise for a while) it is also not a bad idea to have an oil change done after about 1000 miles. The dealer I bought my VW from gives a complimentary oil change after 1000 miles to get anything left (metal shavings) from the making of the engine. Happy motoring and you picked a sweet ride.

nick_318is · 02-19-2007, 04:31 PM

Cool pics, looks like a fun ride, and I must say that the e90s do look great from straight ahead (the low camera pic). And thank god its a stick!