Counting down.....

Jocky Wilson · 02-26-2014, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Piers

Excellent, welcome, what colour did you go for in and out? 6WB is that the Multi Function display? Great piece of kit that

Hi Piers,

Thanks for the welcome. I can already see that this place has a wealth of expertise and information to offer!

I went for xirilic blue with the light beige interior.
And yes, it's the full multi function display.

Br,
Jocky

Balster · 02-26-2014, 07:13 AM

Welcome to the forum Jocky. nice choice of colour Imp Blue.

Piers · 02-26-2014, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocky Wilson

Hi Piers,

Thanks for the welcome. I can already see that this place has a wealth of expertise and information to offer!

I went for xirilic blue with the light beige interior.
And yes, it's the full multi function display.

Br,
Jocky

Sounds lovely Jocky, I went with Space grey and the oyster leather F10, after having a space grey with black leather E60, the light leather is a lovely place to sit, combined with ambient lighting, pro media and MFD, happy days.

Your panoramic roof should give a lovely feel to the interior if you do'nt have ambient, again a nice choice.

HighlandPete · 02-26-2014, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Jocky Wilson

Never owned a Bimmer before! Can't wait!!!

A very good place to start, in a 5-series.

The F11 is a superb BMW by any standard.

HighlandPete

Balster · 02-26-2014, 03:54 PM

My first BMW too. In fact, I'm very surprised that I went for one...but totally delighted.
hat old proverb, don't knock it until you've tried it, springs to mind.

Jocky Wilson · 02-26-2014, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Piers

Sounds lovely Jocky, I went with Space grey and the oyster leather F10, after having a space grey with black leather E60, the light leather is a lovely place to sit, combined with ambient lighting, pro media and MFD, happy days.

Your panoramic roof should give a lovely feel to the interior if you do'nt have ambient, again a nice choice.

Hi Piers, I think your choice of Oyster leather is the best choice (unless you could afford Platinum Merino Leather - but that is crazy money!) however I've gone for the bog standard 520D SE which doesn't give me the option of Oyster leather unfortunately. Venetian Beige was the closest I could get to it.

I do have the ambient lighting though as it is a pre-requisite for HUD for some reason!?

Balster · 02-27-2014, 12:14 AM

Getting closer......
Bag of nerves!

2 days until I take delivery.

Balster BMW Fact no 2:

Whether smoothly idling or accelerating to top speed: every BMW engine has its own signature sound, accentuating the unique character of the vehicle.
Acoustic engineers at the BMW research centre refine the characteristics of the sound of each engine.
Their work ensures that the BMW 650i sounds powerful and cultivated; and that the sound of the BMW Z4 3.0i expresses its dynamic, challenging nature.
From sight of its exclusive design and the feel of high-quality materials, to the unique and compelling sound of its precisely-engineered powerplant: driving a BMW is truly an experience for all the senses.

Piers · 02-27-2014, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocky Wilson

Hi Piers, I think your choice of Oyster leather is the best choice (unless you could afford Platinum Merino Leather - but that is crazy money!) however I've gone for the bog standard 520D SE which doesn't give me the option of Oyster leather unfortunately. Venetian Beige was the closest I could get to it.

I do have the ambient lighting though as it is a pre-requisite for HUD for some reason!?

Venetian is not a million miles away, very nice, the panaramic roof is lovely

, I just didnt want to add ANOTHER grand to my increasing spec list at the time....

Balster · 02-28-2014, 01:21 PM

Well, its been fun and the last Month has just flown by.
So here is my last fact, and since I am picking up my first ever BMW tomorrow afternoon, my last fact can only be a combination of the Engine type I am getting and BMW itself.

1 day until I take delivery.

Balster BMW Fact no 1:

BMW's headquarters in Munich is called the "Four-Cylinder"

MickyD'bo · 02-28-2014, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Balster

Well, its been fun and the last Month has just flown by.
So here is my last fact, and since I am picking up my first ever BMW tomorrow afternoon, my last fact can only be a combination of the Engine type I am getting and BMW itself.

1 day until I take delivery.

Balster BMW Fact no 1:

BMW's headquarters in Munich is called the "Four-Cylinder"

Good luck for tomorrow. I'm picking up my Black M Performance Grills in the morning from JCT 600 In Bradford. Not a million miles away from your new car!! Enjoy and be sure to get some pics uploaded tomorrow. Sleep well.

Michael

Balster · 02-28-2014, 04:40 PM

How do I post photos?

Piers · 02-28-2014, 04:50 PM

Atthe bottom of this reply is "manage attachments" upload from computer and into this box

HighlandPete · 02-28-2014, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Balster

Well, its been fun and the last Month has just flown by.
So here is my last fact, and since I am picking up my first ever BMW tomorrow afternoon, my last fact can only be a combination of the Engine type I am getting and BMW itself.

1 day until I take delivery.

Balster BMW Fact no 1:

BMW's headquarters in Munich is called the "Four-Cylinder"

It's been a good bit of fun.....

Enjoy the pick up and more importantly "the car". If you enjoy it as much as I do my 5-series (and I've had years with BMW), you'll be a very happy man.

HighlandPete

Balster · 02-28-2014, 05:19 PM

Here it is D Day minus 1.
Photo emailed to me from the dealer.

NigeNige · 03-01-2014, 01:35 AM

What time do pick up your car ? We want to follow you through your big day so keep posting and send loads of pics

Nigel

MickyD'bo · 03-01-2014, 01:40 AM

I can't imagine how you must feel right now. Bet your can't keep your breakfast down.

Balster · 03-01-2014, 02:15 AM

Pickup is at 3.30pm so I'm up early to kill some time, going for my usual 11 mile run to start the day.

nordberg · 03-01-2014, 03:12 AM

3:30PM?! That's just cruel!!

MickyD'bo · 03-01-2014, 03:45 AM

So is doing an 11 mile run at 8am on a Saturday.

...now, back to my full english

Balster · 03-01-2014, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by dobbo9

So is doing an 11 mile run at 8am on a Saturday.

...now, back to my full english

mmmmmmmmmm Bacon....

11 miles in 1 hour 54 mins this morning . For some bizarre reason, I knocked off 16 mins off my time...cant begin to work out why?

Jocky Wilson · 03-01-2014, 05:30 AM

Hey Balster,

Congrats! Hope you have a lot of fun today! The wait is finally over!!!

Please post lots of pics

P.S. I bet you'll be a bit nervous driving it home

- I know I will be in a couple of weeks when it's my turn....

Balster · 03-01-2014, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocky Wilson

Hey Balster,

Congrats! Hope you have a lot of fun today! The wait is finally over!!!

Please post lots of pics

P.S. I bet you'll be a bit nervous driving it home

- I know I will be in a couple of weeks when it's my turn....

My Wife will tell you that I am terrified, all that amazing distracting technology that we have speced!
But at the same time, I'm excited too.
Really looking forward to the handover experience, I've been told that its second to none.

Cheers.

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02-27-2014, 12:14 AM	#95
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Getting closer...... Bag of nerves! 2 days until I take delivery. Balster BMW Fact no 2: Whether smoothly idling or accelerating to top speed: every BMW engine has its own signature sound, accentuating the unique character of the vehicle. Acoustic engineers at the BMW research centre refine the characteristics of the sound of each engine. Their work ensures that the BMW 650i sounds powerful and cultivated; and that the sound of the BMW Z4 3.0i expresses its dynamic, challenging nature. From sight of its exclusive design and the feel of high-quality materials, to the unique and compelling sound of its precisely-engineered powerplant: driving a BMW is truly an experience for all the senses. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Well, its been fun and the last Month has just flown by. So here is my last fact, and since I am picking up my first ever BMW tomorrow afternoon, my last fact can only be a combination of the Engine type I am getting and BMW itself. 1 day until I take delivery. Balster BMW Fact no 1: BMW's headquarters in Munich is called the "Four-Cylinder" __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Pickup is at 3.30pm so I'm up early to kill some time, going for my usual 11 mile run to start the day. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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Jocky Wilson dArtist 1 Rep 58 Posts Drives: BMW 520D Touring Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Hey Balster, Congrats! Hope you have a lot of fun today! The wait is finally over!!! Please post lots of pics P.S. I bet you'll be a bit nervous driving it home - I know I will be in a couple of weeks when it's my turn....
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