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      03-13-2019, 06:04 PM   #1
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Picked up my 540i last night. I'm in love. So far so good.

Equipped with:
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- M Sport Package
- Driving Assist Package
- Parking Assist Package
- Leather Dashboard
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- M Sport Brakes

Several observations / nitpicks:
- I keep forgetting that I have soft close doors.
- I should have ordered Napa Leather and gotten the multi-contour seats. That was a mistake. Not crazy about the standard seats, but I suppose I will get used to them.
- Can't get homelink buttons working for my garage door opener. Gave up on that for now. Decided it will be a weekend project.
- You can't really notice the M Sport Brakes. They don't stick out as much with the wheels I have.

Everything else is perfect. Love it. I'm so happy with this car.

Oh yeah, and the monthly payment is lower because money factor is better. Yay!

Attached are some photos.
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Congrats! Looks super sharp. Enjoy!
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Looks great, congrats man. Love the whole build.

I noticed the same thing about my M Sport brakes, don't really notice them as much as I thought I would. I also am having trouble with my garage door opener. Don't recall it being that difficult with other cars. If you discover a secret be sure to share.

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Looks great, congrats man. Love the whole build.

I noticed the same thing about my M Sport brakes, don't really notice them as much as I thought I would. I also am having trouble with my garage door opener. Don't recall it being that difficult with other cars. If you discover a secret be sure to share.
I've noticed the same thing about the garage door opener on my E46 and E92 3 series. Must be a known issue for bimmers in general. :

On the other hand, the 2 Volvos we have had have especially good long range for the garage door opener.
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I've noticed the same thing about the garage door opener on my E46 and E92 3 series. Must be a known issue for bimmers in general. :

On the other hand, the 2 Volvos we have had have especially good long range for the garage door opener.
This is my 5th BMW. I got it working with every other one. Most recently had an M3. I got that working pretty easily (I think). At least I don't recall any such problems...

Such a pain...I'll spend time on Saturday and hopefully will get it working...
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Picked up my 540i last night. I'm in love. So far so good.

Equipped with:
- Executive tier
- Premium Package
- M Sport Package
- Driving Assist Package
- Parking Assist Package
- Leather Dashboard
- HK Sound
- M Sport Brakes

Several observations / nitpicks:
- I keep forgetting that I have soft close doors.
- I should have ordered Napa Leather and gotten the multi-contour seats. That was a mistake. Not crazy about the standard seats, but I suppose I will get used to them.
- Can't get homelink buttons working for my garage door opener. Gave up on that for now. Decided it will be a weekend project.
- You can't really notice the M Sport Brakes. They don't stick out as much with the wheels I have.

Everything else is perfect. Love it. I'm so happy with this car.

Oh yeah, and the monthly payment is lower because money factor is better. Yay!

Attached are some photos.
Does M sport have same seat as the standard Sportline seat?
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I also am having trouble with my garage door opener. Don't recall it being that difficult with other cars. If you discover a secret be sure to share.
Problem with it working at all, or range?

I find range to be just usable, but overall not great.

In my e46, there was a nice way to extend range significantly by augmenting the antenna using Al foil (no joke, it really works):

https://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=658337

It was a piece of cake to get the homelink out and modify in that car, not sure about G30
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Does M sport have same seat as the standard Sportline seat?
Pretty sure it's the same - someone correct me if I'm wrong. It's a rather basic seat (have the basic seats), but I happen to like it because I don't tend to adjust seats much once I find a setting I like. I find mine very comfortable although I have yet to take a long trip. Personal preference totally.
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I have the sport seat, I like it so far, but also hasn't taken a real long trip either, so hard to say over say 8~10 hour driving...
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I got homelink buttons working last night. I used the remote control. I tried setting them without using the remote control the night I got the car. That approach worked for our SUV; it didn't work for my new 540i.

Also, re: the seats, I think the issue is that the car I test drove had the Napa leather / multi contour seats, so the seats in my car were sort of a let down, but it's all good now. I've gotten over it.

I love this car.
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I got homelink buttons working last night. I used the remote control. I tried setting them without using the remote control the night I got the car. That approach worked for our SUV; it didn't work for my new 540i.

Also, re: the seats, I think the issue is that the car I test drove had the Napa leather / multi contour seats, so the seats in my car were sort of a let down, but it's all good now. I've gotten over it.

I love this car.
How are the multi contour seats better when ordering Msport? I was told multi contour has less side and hip bolstering. Can anyone confirm? And you're not a fan of the standard Dakota leather? Too textured for your taste?

I'm right behind you and about ready to order a 540 Msport. You just may help me option it correctly.
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I got homelink buttons working last night. I used the remote control. I tried setting them without using the remote control the night I got the car. That approach worked for our SUV; it didn't work for my new 540i.

Also, re: the seats, I think the issue is that the car I test drove had the Napa leather / multi contour seats, so the seats in my car were sort of a let down, but it's all good now. I've gotten over it.

I love this car.
How are the multi contour seats better when ordering Msport? I was told multi contour has less side and hip bolstering. Can anyone confirm? And you're not a fan of the standard Dakota leather? Too textured for your taste?

I'm right behind you and about ready to order a 540 Msport. You just may help me option it correctly.
My previous car had Napa leather. So when I picked up my car, it just seemed as if the Dakota leather was a step down. Plus the car I test drove had the upgraded Napa leather seats. They were sweet. It's all good though. I'm over it now.
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Looking at your pics your seats do not appear to be the Dakota leather - seem to be too ‘smooth’ looking
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