Counting down.....

Balster · 03-09-2014, 05:24 PM

First week of having the car and it was caked in Motorway muck, then today it was a glorious Sunny day & 16 degree outside, so there was only one way to spend the day:

1) Spray on the rubbish alloy wheel cleaner that BMW give you as part of the seal and protect.
2) Then spent 15 mins per alloy scrubbing away with the excellent alloy wheel brush that BMW give you as part of the seal and protect. Lots of water and a small sponge (my ladylike wrists & hands were great to get into the nooks and cranny's!) in a small bucket and lots of elbow grease.
3) Mix up the shampoo mild Dodo Juice in a normal sized bucket with a grit guard:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dodo-Juice-B.../dp/B002OHQI5S
4) Wet the car with a water from a new Hozelock hose, washing away some of the grime.
5) Put on a Dodo Juice microfibre glove:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
6) Gently wash each part of the car with the glove.
7) Wash off with water
8) Dry the car with Turtle Wax Ice Microfibre large drying cloth:
http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-TW4.../dp/B0027LB5TA
9) Apply Armorall wheel dressing onto alloy wheels:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
10) Apply Autoglym tyre dressing onto alloy(pants!): wheels:http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Then the amazing finish.

11) Spend 1 hour applying and buffing the polish,Poorboys Blackhole show finish:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
12) Stand back and admire my hard work.

I must admit that the Poorboys blackhole show finish is fantastic stuff. It feels smooth to the touch and provides a mirror like shine to the car. It looks even better than the dealers prep.
Here are the results of my much valued and appreciated hard work:

Balster · 03-09-2014, 05:26 PM

Here are some pics of the MFD.
I will also try and upload some pics of the HUD(incredible feature).

First image is in Sport mode and the second in Comfort mode.
Both modes have the active cruise control mode on. I tend to drive with the active cruse control ready, as it activates all of the safety sensors.

Piers · 03-09-2014, 05:34 PM

MFD really is the unsung hero of the F10, why do BM keep it so quiet, and barely even put it on demonstrators is beyond me!

remmib · 03-09-2014, 05:47 PM

Very shiny indeed.

Looking at the MFD, I miss the trip meter, yours only shows time, odometer and temp.

Balster · 03-10-2014, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by remmib

Very shiny indeed.

Looking at the MFD, I miss the trip meter, yours only shows time, odometer and temp.

Its on the default setting. You can change tit to display other info too.

remmib · 03-10-2014, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Balster

Its on the default setting. You can change tit to display other info too.

But there's still only room for three different parameters, right? So I think that's a step back compared to the 6WA display.
Any info in the middle besides when using the navigation?

Balster · 03-12-2014, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by remmib

But there's still only room for three different parameters, right? So I think that's a step back compared to the 6WA display.
Any info in the middle besides when using the navigation?

Displays a 3D image of the car, doors open etc... status stuff, like service due in n miles.

Beancounter_74 · 03-12-2014, 12:11 PM

^^^....not forgetting Sat Nav instructions, and telephone and music controls appear in the RHS binalce too.

Balster · 03-12-2014, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Beancounter_74

^^^....not forgetting Sat Nav instructions, and telephone and music controls appear in the RHS binalce too.

Good point Beanie. I've got HUD on all of the time so I don't get anything in the middle, unless I turn the HUD off.

NigeNige · 03-13-2014, 12:37 PM

If the HUD is on you mention you do not get the info in the rev counter. Do you get a display of telephone and music info on the HUD.
Some pictures of the different display modes would be great
Nigel

Jocky Wilson · 03-13-2014, 01:10 PM

Hi NigeNige,

When you're using the rotary jog to scroll through tracks it is displayed in the HUD. So is the name or phone number if someone tries calling you.

Jocky

Balster · 03-13-2014, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NigeNige

If the HUD is on you mention you do not get the info in the rev counter. Do you get a display of telephone and music info on the HUD.
Some pictures of the different display modes would be great
Nigel

I'll see what I can do.

Balster · 03-13-2014, 04:06 PM

The machine still never fails to amaze me with its level of technology.
Driving into work this morning at 6.30am in the heavy fog on some country roads and on the HUD, an amber triangle with a stick man appeared in it. With the words Pedestrian warning!
And surly enough about 100 yards away I passed a person who had just crossed the road.
The car sensed the limited visibility and warned me...incredible, I didn't know that I had this functionality.
Terrible fog this morning.

Balster · 03-16-2014, 07:58 AM

Why is the new car smell so intoxicating, its like a drug and I find myself taking a whiff whenever I'm in the car.

Balster · 03-18-2014, 11:55 AM

711 miles and I have that vibration issue, car goes in on Thursday.

NigeNige · 03-18-2014, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Balster

711 miles and I have that vibration issue, car goes in on Thursday.

Oh no

Good luck in respolving it, Nigel

Piers · 03-18-2014, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Balster

711 miles and I have that vibration issue, car goes in on Thursday.

Sorry to hear this Balster

Balster · 03-20-2014, 05:09 PM

BMW have recommended that the dealer replace with new trailing arm suspension brushes that are normally fitted to a 7 series. Goes in next week to get it sorted.

Balster · 03-26-2014, 03:04 PM

Sorted, no vibration at all.
I can feel lots of feedback from the road though.

HighlandPete · 03-26-2014, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Balster

Sorted, no vibration at all.
I can feel lots of feedback from the road though.

You mean some negative feedback, as if the trailing link is now fitted with harder bushes?

HighlandPete

BMWagain · 05-01-2014, 06:12 AM

I know about BMW car history thank you. After you car has arrived you no longer have anything to wait for and then slowly you are getting tired of your BMW and want a new
deal to get high on.

Balster · 06-07-2014, 02:31 PM

Car is currently in again!! A warning message appeared on the screen - something like 'rear collision detection ..' It needs a new collision mitigation sensor on the rear bumper - quite a big job apparently. Dealer has it for 4 days, I've got a 318d M Sport Manual as a loan car. Nice car - terrible gearbox. Putting the car into reverse is a nightmare, pray first and then hope it is reverse and not 1st and visa versa. What a silly mechanism for reverse, come on BMW.
Is it the same on a F10 with a manual gearbox? Crazy!

03-09-2014, 05:24 PM	#155
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	First wash First week of having the car and it was caked in Motorway muck, then today it was a glorious Sunny day & 16 degree outside, so there was only one way to spend the day: 1) Spray on the rubbish alloy wheel cleaner that BMW give you as part of the seal and protect. 2) Then spent 15 mins per alloy scrubbing away with the excellent alloy wheel brush that BMW give you as part of the seal and protect. Lots of water and a small sponge (my ladylike wrists & hands were great to get into the nooks and cranny's!) in a small bucket and lots of elbow grease. 3) Mix up the shampoo mild Dodo Juice in a normal sized bucket with a grit guard: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dodo-Juice-B.../dp/B002OHQI5S 4) Wet the car with a water from a new Hozelock hose, washing away some of the grime. 5) Put on a Dodo Juice microfibre glove: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 6) Gently wash each part of the car with the glove. 7) Wash off with water 8) Dry the car with Turtle Wax Ice Microfibre large drying cloth: http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Wax-TW4.../dp/B0027LB5TA 9) Apply Armorall wheel dressing onto alloy wheels: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 10) Apply Autoglym tyre dressing onto alloy(pants!): wheels:http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Then the amazing finish. 11) Spend 1 hour applying and buffing the polish,Poorboys Blackhole show finish: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 12) Stand back and admire my hard work. I must admit that the Poorboys blackhole show finish is fantastic stuff. It feels smooth to the touch and provides a mirror like shine to the car. It looks even better than the dealers prep. Here are the results of my much valued and appreciated hard work: Attached Images __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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03-09-2014, 05:26 PM	#156
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	The amazing MFD Here are some pics of the MFD. I will also try and upload some pics of the HUD(incredible feature). First image is in Sport mode and the second in Comfort mode. Both modes have the active cruise control mode on. I tend to drive with the active cruse control ready, as it activates all of the safety sensors. Attached Images __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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03-09-2014, 05:34 PM	#157
Piers Captain 36 Rep 619 Posts Drives: 2017 F10 535d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	MFD really is the unsung hero of the F10, why do BM keep it so quiet, and barely even put it on demonstrators is beyond me! __________________ 2017 F10 535d MSport Auto - Mineral Grey - Oyster leather - 19" 351M's - Pro Media - Enhanced bluetooth - MSport rear spoiler - Sun protection glass - Harman Kardon Hifi - Multi Function Display - Ambient Lighting - Folding mirrors - Sunroof - LED adaptive headlights
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03-09-2014, 05:47 PM	#158
remmib General 1569 Rep 29,202 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	Very shiny indeed. Looking at the MFD, I miss the trip meter, yours only shows time, odometer and temp. __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
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03-12-2014, 12:11 PM	#162
Beancounter_74 Colonel 602 Rep 2,246 Posts Drives: M140i F20, 449i F33 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Essex iTrader: (0)	^^^....not forgetting Sat Nav instructions, and telephone and music controls appear in the RHS binalce too.
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03-13-2014, 12:37 PM	#164
NigeNige Private 3 Rep 56 Posts Drives: 530D M Sport E60 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Bristol iTrader: (0)	If the HUD is on you mention you do not get the info in the rev counter. Do you get a display of telephone and music info on the HUD. Some pictures of the different display modes would be great Nigel
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03-13-2014, 01:10 PM	#165
Jocky Wilson dArtist 1 Rep 58 Posts Drives: BMW 520D Touring Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Hi NigeNige, When you're using the rotary jog to scroll through tracks it is displayed in the HUD. So is the name or phone number if someone tries calling you. Jocky
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03-13-2014, 04:06 PM	#167
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	The machine still never fails to amaze me with its level of technology. Driving into work this morning at 6.30am in the heavy fog on some country roads and on the HUD, an amber triangle with a stick man appeared in it. With the words Pedestrian warning! And surly enough about 100 yards away I passed a person who had just crossed the road. The car sensed the limited visibility and warned me...incredible, I didn't know that I had this functionality. Terrible fog this morning. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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03-16-2014, 07:58 AM	#168
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Why is the new car smell so intoxicating, its like a drug and I find myself taking a whiff whenever I'm in the car. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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03-18-2014, 11:55 AM	#169
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	711 miles and I have that vibration issue, car goes in on Thursday. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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03-20-2014, 05:09 PM	#172
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	BMW have recommended that the dealer replace with new trailing arm suspension brushes that are normally fitted to a 7 series. Goes in next week to get it sorted. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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03-26-2014, 03:04 PM	#173
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Sorted, no vibration at all. I can feel lots of feedback from the road though. __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options.
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05-01-2014, 06:12 AM	#175
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06-07-2014, 02:31 PM	#176
Balster Captain 109 Rep 628 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d MSport xDrive Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Leeds iTrader: (0)	Car is currently in again!! A warning message appeared on the screen - something like 'rear collision detection ..' It needs a new collision mitigation sensor on the rear bumper - quite a big job apparently. Dealer has it for 4 days, I've got a 318d M Sport Manual as a loan car. Nice car - terrible gearbox. Putting the car into reverse is a nightmare, pray first and then hope it is reverse and not 1st and visa versa. What a silly mechanism for reverse, come on BMW. Is it the same on a F10 with a manual gearbox? Crazy! __________________ G30 530d M Sport xdrive, Adaptive Drive and with all of the important options. Last edited by Balster; 06-07-2014 at 05:04 PM..
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