Picking up a new 2008 E90 M3 6MT

urbo73 · 10-14-2008, 02:14 PM

I got a very good deal on a 2008 Silver/Black E90 M3 with 6MT and ALL packages and options. So I went for it and will take delivery in two days. I've searched the forums but want to ensure the following:

Is there anything I should tell the dealer to program or upgrade (i.e. iDrive software, etc.)? I assume I can set all the settings myself with iDrive, but with a build date of 3/08 (but 10 miles on it and in perfect/anal condition), I'm wondering if there has been new software that I can ask them to upgrade. And I want to be sure there aren't any options only the dealer can program and I can't with iDrive.

Please let me know. I'm overwhelmed with information, but I want to know what I should do before taking delivery. I'm also looking forward to the 6MT, even if the clutch on my test drive felt a bit "different". Just getting used to it I assume. Not as linear as I'm used to, and from posts I've read here, normal on the new M3.

urbo73 · 10-14-2008, 02:18 PM

I also searched to see if there were any service bulletins, etc. and didn't find any - a good thing. Just want to confirm this as well!

masmole · 10-14-2008, 02:38 PM

Welcome to the forum!

The only significant software update thus far applies to cars with the DCT transmission. There is no specific or significant software upgrade you need to be concerned with on a 2008 model as long as you're aware that the 2009 model has an updated iDrive system (software and hardware) and are prepared to deal with any potential buyer's remorse for having the older version. If you can come to terms to that and the discount you will be getting, I'd say take delivery and enjoy this awesome piece of machinery.

urbo73 · 10-14-2008, 03:55 PM

Thanks - yes I'm fine with the old iDrive, taillights, etc. I actually find the new iDrive too busy (which sort of defeats the POINT of iDrive's simplicity/one button), and prefer the old taillights anyway

So I'm good and can't wait to drive this thing. I just need some time to get used to the clutch - it's a tad weird compared to my previous BMWs - 330i, etc.

Damage Inc · 10-14-2008, 09:41 PM

The clutch is very nice, a little firm but that's what you need when driving hard.

This new M3 seems reasonably solid, mine's tight and I have seen many issues reported on the board.

Good choice

its a blast

urbo73 · 10-15-2008, 07:56 AM

I'll have to see - the car I test drove had a very weak feeling clutch and very light as well. And on/off. It was hard getting used to it while the gas pedal is so responsive. You know - that balance. It will come in 1 day

attbimmer · 10-15-2008, 10:13 PM

I picked up my E90 M3 2 weeks ago and it was a 04/08 build. The dealer spent several hours updating all of the control units on it before I picked it up. I didn't ask for details about what was updated, but I'm sure there was nothing noticable.

MVEED3 · 10-15-2008, 10:37 PM

Get them to code for the alarm and have it added to the due bill. Enjoy the new car!

Allen

endofanera7 · 10-15-2008, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laszlo

My e90 M3 has been 100% trouble free... Best M so far... IMO.

Oh, and thank GOD not yet another member got the automatic. 6MT rules.

It seems like 80% of the folks on this board got the autobox.

+1 6MT FTW!!!

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urbo73 Captain 58 Rep 754 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW M340i xDrive Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Picking up a new 2008 E90 M3 6MT I got a very good deal on a 2008 Silver/Black E90 M3 with 6MT and ALL packages and options. So I went for it and will take delivery in two days. I've searched the forums but want to ensure the following: Is there anything I should tell the dealer to program or upgrade (i.e. iDrive software, etc.)? I assume I can set all the settings myself with iDrive, but with a build date of 3/08 (but 10 miles on it and in perfect/anal condition), I'm wondering if there has been new software that I can ask them to upgrade. And I want to be sure there aren't any options only the dealer can program and I can't with iDrive. Please let me know. I'm overwhelmed with information, but I want to know what I should do before taking delivery. I'm also looking forward to the 6MT, even if the clutch on my test drive felt a bit "different". Just getting used to it I assume. Not as linear as I'm used to, and from posts I've read here, normal on the new M3.
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urbo73 Captain 58 Rep 754 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW M340i xDrive Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I also searched to see if there were any service bulletins, etc. and didn't find any - a good thing. Just want to confirm this as well!
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masmole Captain 266 Rep 770 Posts Drives: blue, gray, brown cars Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (0)	Welcome to the forum! The only significant software update thus far applies to cars with the DCT transmission. There is no specific or significant software upgrade you need to be concerned with on a 2008 model as long as you're aware that the 2009 model has an updated iDrive system (software and hardware) and are prepared to deal with any potential buyer's remorse for having the older version. If you can come to terms to that and the discount you will be getting, I'd say take delivery and enjoy this awesome piece of machinery. __________________ 2021 A6 Allroad, 2020 SQ7, 2019 M5 Comp, 2011 GT3 past: A4, S4, X5 4.8is, SLK55, E60 M5, RS4, ML63, E92 M3, Q5, Touareg TDI, Escalade, SQ5, RS7, Velar FE, Q7
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urbo73 Captain 58 Rep 754 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW M340i xDrive Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Thanks - yes I'm fine with the old iDrive, taillights, etc. I actually find the new iDrive too busy (which sort of defeats the POINT of iDrive's simplicity/one button), and prefer the old taillights anyway So I'm good and can't wait to drive this thing. I just need some time to get used to the clutch - it's a tad weird compared to my previous BMWs - 330i, etc.
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Damage Inc Lieutenant Colonel 790 Rep 1,925 Posts Drives: 2017 M2 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Nashville iTrader: (1)	The clutch is very nice, a little firm but that's what you need when driving hard. This new M3 seems reasonably solid, mine's tight and I have seen many issues reported on the board. Good choice its a blast __________________ Current: 17 OG M2 / R8 Performance Past Performance Cars: 01 M3, 05 M3, 06 M5, 08 M6, 08 M3, 11 M3, 13 M3, 15 M3, 911 C4S, 911 GTS, 17 M2,R8 V8, R8 RWS
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urbo73 Captain 58 Rep 754 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW M340i xDrive Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I'll have to see - the car I test drove had a very weak feeling clutch and very light as well. And on/off. It was hard getting used to it while the gas pedal is so responsive. You know - that balance. It will come in 1 day
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attbimmer Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 260 Posts Drives: '08 E90 M3, '88 E30 M3 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: socal iTrader: (5)	I picked up my E90 M3 2 weeks ago and it was a 04/08 build. The dealer spent several hours updating all of the control units on it before I picked it up. I didn't ask for details about what was updated, but I'm sure there was nothing noticable.
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MVEED3 Lieutenant 85 Rep 425 Posts Drives: '16 GT4 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: San Diego iTrader: (12)	Get them to code for the alarm and have it added to the due bill. Enjoy the new car! Allen __________________ 2021 ZR2 Airborne certified 2019 GTS PCCB 5x130 Slick 2016 Agate Grey GT4 PCCB LWB 2013 HP4 Competition
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