2008 BMW 3-Series

CONVERTIBLE Convertible

6 - Cyl.

Automatic

WBAWL73548PX54407

Gasoline

THE HOLD ON THIS CAR IS OFF AS BUYER COULD NOT GET FINANCING IN PLACE Up for your review is a perfect NO paint or smoker 1 owner CALIFORNIA 335i convertible with every possible option. With only 27k miles, this is your chance to save $30,000 over the window sticker. This California car was owned by a non smoker. Judging from the condition of this car, it was obviously garaged its entire life. This car has no accident history or repaint of any kind. The car just had a comprehensive inspection by BMWNA and the car is near flawless with ZERO issues. It is under the bumper to bumper BMW full warranty with ALL FREE services including brakes and wipers till 1/11 of 2012!!! CAR HAS ALL BOOKS AND KEYS, NO DINGS, just a chip on the windshield which I will probably replace the glass as the car is so new. Tires are good with 75% rears and 35% fronts. The car was a courtesy buyback from the bizzare consumer laws in California, because the ck engine light came on once due to a loose gas cap. IMMACULATE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CAR SINCE NEW.NEVER DAMAGED No salt corrosion of snow belt cars or flood risk of gulf coast(Texas especially)REMEMBER MOST INSURANCE COMPANIES DO NOT REPORT ACCIDENT DATA TO EITHER CARFAX OR AUTOCHECK. This car was inspected in full by BMW of North America and certified accident free/flood free,damage free with zero issues SELLING WELL BELOW MY COST TO CLEAR UP PARKING. If it doesn't have Navigation than it does not have the 4th generation of i Drive. i Drive unlocks dozens of features on your car that are no accesible without NAV ,i Drive. The Nav screen becomes the central nervous system of the car. At $2,500 you won't find many with Nav. And if the car is cheap because it's a odd or ugly color it won't grow on you.It just remains ugly. You do not have to wait untill the end of the auction to buy this TwinTurbo Every Option, No paint work Cabriolet. As per eBay rules we can insert a buy it now price if a deal is made. Don't hesitate to call Rob @ 504.866.2777 504.866.2777 Thanks! We understand this is a big purchase to make on ebay but I have a 100 percent feedback rating and have been a member since February Feb/2001. Up for your review is a perfect NO paint or smoker 1 owner CALIFORNIA 335i convertible with every possible option. With only 27k miles, this is your chance to save $30,000 over the window sticker. This California car was owned by a non smoker. Judging from the condition of this car, it was obviously garaged its entire life. This car has no accident history or repaint of any kind. The car just had a comprehensive inspection by BMWNA and the car is near flawless with ZERO issues. It is under the bumper to bumper BMW full warranty with ALL FREE services including brakes and wipers till 1/11 of 2012!!! CAR HAS ALL BOOKS AND KEYS, NO DINGS, just a chip on the windshield which I will probably replace the glass as the car is so new. Tires are good with 70% rears and 35% fronts. The car was a courtesy buyback from the bizzare consumer laws in California, because the ck engine light came on once due to a loose gas cap. ALL PICTURES ARE OFF THE TRUCK, I JUST CARNUBA WAXED IT AND LEXOLED THE LEATHER PRICE DROPPED FROM $43,800 LAST RUN ON EBAY. I TURNED DOWN $40,700.... SELLING WELL BELOW MY COST, TIME TO MOVE ON...........................UNBELIVABLE DEAL 1 owner Southern California car since new with no snow rot of eastern cars or snow belt car.spotless undercarriage Price just dropped $6,800 to avoid the agony of needless haggling. Please feel free to call me @ 504.866.2777 with any questions or email me at crosssman@aol.com NON SMOKER...NEVER DAMAGED SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CAR EVERY POSSIBLE OPTION,NEVER DAMAGED, COMPLETE INSPECTION,FLAWLESS M SPORT PACKAGE :WITH SPORT SEATS, SUSPENSION , STEERING WHEEL.ETC BLUETOOTH RAIN SENSING WIPERS LUXURY PACKAGE :WITH FOLDING MIRRORS,SELF DIMMING MIRRORS, BMW VOICEMETRIC DIGITAL PHONE WITH SOS AND CONCIERGE SERVICE, LUMBAR SEATING,COMPASS MIRROR,ETC. COLD WEATHER PACKAGE WITH HEATED HEADLIGHT WASHERS, HEATED SEATS,SKI PASS THROUGH BAG,ETC. FULL DVD COLOR NAVIGATION WITH POI AND 3D MODE, AND FULL 4TH GENERATION I DRIVE 4TH GENERATION i DRIVE/ ACCESS FUNCTIONS NOT AVAIABLE ON NON NAV/IDRIVE UNITS i POD WITH ADAPTOR SPECIAL FAST SHIFT ZF AUTOMATIC WITH SEQUENTIAL SHIFTING PADDLE SHIFTERS BI-XENON ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS AND FOG LIGHTS AUTO RAIN SENSING WIPERS AUTOMATIC DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL HARMEN KARDEN LOGIC 7 STEREO WITH 2 SEPERATE SUB WOOFERS LOCATED UNDER THE SEATS 18" SPORT ALLOYS 6 IN DASH CD CHANGER/MP/3 PLAYER COMFORT ACCESS PACKAGE WITH NO KEY NEEDED TO START, LOCK OR UNLOCK THE BIMMER M3 REAR SPOILER FULL FACTORY BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY TILL WELL INTO 2012. SIRIUS SATT RADIO WITH 159 DIGITAL CHANNELS. M3 rear spoiler SALT FREE SOUTHERN CALIFONIA CAR WITHOUT THE FLOOD RISK OF THE GULF COAST STATES LIKE TEXAS. B, A much faster and vastly more sophisticated car than the previous M, It is closer to a 650 than the previous generation 3 series. A quantum leap by BMW Keyless Go, Remote Access,Comfort access Heated seats and heated washers Special infra red reflective leather keeps her cool even in the summer M3 painted and cleared rear spoiler added!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I CERTIFY NO ACCIDENT HISTORY, NO FLOOD HISTORY, NO SALVAGE HISTORY, NO DAMAGE HISTORY. FULL FACTORY WARRANTY AND FREE MAINTENANCE FROM BMW IS VALID UNTIL 50,000 MILES OR EXPIRING ON 01/11/2012. There was a chip on the windshield that looks like it could spread to a small crack. The price will include an adjustment of $300 to replace it or I can do it if you wish. The pictures are right off the truck.The car has not been detailed yet but I will Carnuba wax it and lexol the interior. also a scuff on the underside of the front spoiler.Otherwise this car looks and drives new The list of options includes: MSRP $64,100.00 Twin Turbo and Intercooled engine M3 rear spoiler *Deep Monaco Blue.Black metallic *Light beige Dakota Leather with factory infra red block keeps seats 40% cooler in the summer *Sport Steering wheel w/paddles and 40% faster shift speeds *Premium Package *Self dimming mirrors(all) *compass integrated into rear view mirror >Adaptive Bi-Xenon HID lights with heated washers *Factory Bluetooth *BMW Onstar System *Cold Weather Package *Ski pass through bag *Heated multi stage front seats *Dynamic Cruise Control *Ipod and USB Adapter *Navigation system with MP3 DVD playback and 3d view * 4th generation i drive system with adjustments not found outside this option.> biamped subwoofer, full EQ and 5.1 sound *M Sport Package *M Sport Seats with power lumbar and memory *M Sport Suspension, brakes and steering wheel *Tire pressure monitor *Paddle shifters with a 40% quicker gearbox FACTORY IPOD ADAPTOR INTEGRATED INTO I DRIVE AND NAV UNIT ($500) *Steptronic Automatic Transmission *Gray poplar Wood Trim *Automatic Air conditioning *Ambient MOOD lighting *Real time traffic information *Voice Activation Cockpit *Sirius Satellite HD Radio *Multi-function steering wheel *Comfort Access w/comfort load Leather Seats Automatic Cruise Control Air Conditioning Power Seats Heated Seats AM/FM Stereo CD Player Premium Sound Keyless Entry Dual Airbags Side Airbags Rear Airbags Head Protection Power Windows Power Mirrors Power Locks Rain Sensor Navigation Wood Trim Interior Security System Xenon Lights Sport Package Premium Wheels ABS Stability Control Traction Control Comfort Access MP3 Auxiliary Hook Up Premium Package Bluetooth connection Memory Seats Logic 7 Sound Performance and efficiency Electronic throttle control Extensive aluminum componentry, including front suspension components (forged-aluminum lower arms, steering knuckle); subframe; steering rack; and brake components Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars 4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC Tire Pressure Monitor Xenon Adaptive Headlights with dynamic auto-leveling and Corona headlight-rings Heated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jets Dakota Leather upholstery Power Seat Back easy-entry feature Auxiliary audio input for portable music players located in the center armrest Automatic climate control includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, temperature- and volume-controlled rear outlets, windshield misting sensor, maximum air conditioning, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings Front-seat center armrest with storage compartment Rear seat with fold-down center armrest with dual cup holders, and storage bin with retractable cover Power front windows with "one-touch" up/down operation BMW Ambiance lighting Ground lighting located in bottom of exterior door handles Rain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control M 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel with audio and hands-free phone controls Adaptive Brake Lights Front and rear Head Protection System (HPS) Dynamic Brake Lights Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment Front passenger seat-occupation recognition with Passenger's Airbag Off indicator Central locking system with center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking LATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation Programmable Daytime Running Lights Performance and efficiency 3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline turbocharged 300-horsepower 6-cylinder engine with TwinPower Turbo technology, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing 6-speed manual transmission Handling, ride and braking Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) Double-pivot type front and five-link rear suspension Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers Engine-speed-sensitive, variable-assist power steering Exterior Star Spoke (Style 339) 17 x 8.0 light alloy wheels, 225/45 run-flat1 all-season tires2 Power-folding retractable hardtop with integrated window defroster Halogen free-form front foglights Chrome-plated exhaust tips Interior seating and trim 10-way power front seats with 2-way manual headrests and driver memory with 2 presets for seat and exterior mirror positions Dark Burl Walnut Wood trim Split fold-down rear seats with convenience hooks LOGIC 7 STEREO 13 SPEAKERS Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS) Radio™ with "multicast" FM station reception Comfort and convenience Engine Start/Stop button Door storage pockets Front cupholders Tilt/telescopic steering wheel column Dynamic Cruise Control Courtesy lights include fade in/fade out, actuation from remote, automatic switch-on when engine is turned off, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front footwell lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrors Automatic safety-belt assistant Electric interior trunk release Instrumentation and control Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout On-board computer with Check Control provides feedback on the vehicle's operating status: oil level indicator and distance to next service appointment/oil change, as well as other detailed information, such as spark plug and micro-filter status. It also provides travel information travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature and more Safety and security Anti-lock braking system (ABS) BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features Rollover Protection System Automatic safety-belt pretensioners at front seating positions Seat-mounted front side-impact airbags Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts Coded Driveaway Protection Crash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lights BMW Services BMW Ultimate Service™ (for complete details on BMW Ultimate Service, visit bmwusa.com/ultimateservice) Cold Weather Package $900 • Through-loading system with integrated transport bag • Retractable headlight washers • Heated front seats M Sport Package $3,000 • 18" Light alloy Star-spoke wheels style 193M-with performance run-flat tires • M steering wheel • M Sports leather steering wheel with paddle shifters $100 • Sport suspension • • Sport seats Increased top speed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! • STEPTRONIC automatic transmission $1,375 Sports leather steering wheel with paddle shifters $100 Steering wheel-mounted shift paddles provide sporty, convenient and immediate down- and upshifting at the touch of a finger. Optional automatic transmission and Sport Package required. This option is automatically added if the vehicle is equipped with both the Sport Package and an automatic transmission. Entertainment Options • Harman Kardon surround sound system $875 • Satellite radio with 1 year subscription $350 • iPod and USB adapter $400 Harman Kardon surround sound system $875 With vehicle-specific equalizing and powerful 340 Watt amplifier. The 11-speaker system includes four tweeters, four midrange speakers, two bass speakers located under the front seats, and one midrange speaker in the center dashboard. --------- Convenience Options • Through-loading system with integrated transport bag $195 • Comfort Access keyless entry $500 • Navigation system $2,100 • Heated front seats $500 Navigation system $2,100 Navigation system with iDrive and Real Time Traffic Information - convenient functions at your fingertips. The highly detailed maps now offer a variety of views to help make finding your route even easier. If you want more than the 2-D view, select a night view, a height mode, or even 3-D perspective. You can also add verbal or written instructions. Take advantage of the travel planner, for any trip requiring multiple stop-off points. Up to 30 different locations can be programmed along the same route. By switching to a DVD based system BMW also increased the operation speed. Premium Package $1,650 • Digital compass mirror • BMW Assist with Bluetooth • Lumbar support • Auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors • Universal garage-door opener Universal garage-door opener BMW Universal transceiver takes the place of up to three remote-control devices. It can activate remote functions outside the vehicle, such as garage-door openers or home-lighting systems. BMW Assist with Bluetooth The BMW Assist and Bluetooth System comes with four years of the BMW Assist Safety Plan which provides Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Request (SOS), Enhanced Roadside Assistance, MyInfo, TeleService, Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Recovery services. For details visit:www.bmwassist.com. Bluetooth® wireless communications technology connects compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones to your BMW for hands-free calling. The driver can place and answer calls, and browse and select phonebook contacts from their phone; simply by using the multifunction steering wheel buttons and radio or Navigation system controller. For details visit:www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth. Lumbar support BMW customers will be the first to enjoy a 12-month trial subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radio with The Best of XM. With over 130 channels, SIRIUS Satellite Radio and BMW bring you more of what you love. You’ll get 100% commercial-free music, the best sports coverage with every NFL game, every NASCAR® race, college sports and more. And now included in your 12 month trial is The Best of XM package with Oprah Radio. Now more than ever, everything worth listening to is on SIRIUS. SIRIUS is seamlessly integrated with the controls of your BMW’s CD radio. Additional parts may be required depending on vehicle options. Power lumbar support in the front seats adds four-way adjustable comfort for the lower back - it can be adjusted up/down and in/out. --------- Leverage your driving pleasure. Dynamic Cruise Control for the BMW 335i. Your feet deserve a break. Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) in the BMW 335i provides you with relaxed driving pleasure, especially over longer distances. Starting at approx. 30 km/h, the driver can store and maintain the desired driving speed using the left-hand steering column stalk without setting foot on a pedal. Of course, Dynamic Cruise Control can be deactivated at any time using the gas or brake pedals. In that case, the memory function can restore the most recent driving speed at the push of a button. Dynamic Cruise Control is a BMW ConnectedDrive technology. ------------------------------------------------- 2008 BMW 335i Convertible - First Drive Review The best hardtop convertible yet? BY DAVE VANDERWERP The BMW 3-series is without question one of our favorite cars, reigning on our yearly 10Best Cars list for the past 16 years. The current and much-praised, fifth-generation E90 version is no doubt the best, and is among the most rewarding cars to drive at any price. For 2008, and to no one's surprise, BMW is adding a convertible version, just as the company has for the past 20 years. But, this is BMW's first foray into the expanding, hardtop-convertible parade. Other notable features are a much-improved, rapid-shifting six-speed automatic; special reflective leather to keep the seats cool (up to 30 degrees cooler than conventional leather) when the top is down; and, of course, the spectacular 300-hp twin-turbo inline-six that was introduced in last year's 335i coupe. In the U.S., the convertible will be offered as the aforementioned 300-hp 335i—the model we got an early drive in—as well as a 230-hp 328i when it goes on-sale at the end of March. Pricing isn't yet finalized, but the convertible premium will likely not change much from the outgoing model's, so expect to pay about $7000 more than comparable coupes; roughly $43,000 for the 328i and $48,000 for the 335i. Changes from convertible to coupe in 23 seconds Hardtop convertibles offer numerous advantages over their soft-top competitors, including coupe-like quietness and excellent visibility when the top is up. BMW reports that the rear side windows have grown 30 percent in the new 3-series convertible, while overall visibility is up 38 percent. To our eyes, visibility out of the convertible is essentially equivalent to that of the coupe. Looks-wise, you probably won't spot the new convertible by its 3-series-coupe-like front-end, but rather from the rear, where the coupe's flowing roofline is replaced by a distinct line where the convertible's roof meets the trunk. BMW's new top is a three-piece unit and, at the push of a center-console button or the key fob, stacks the front panel on top of the center panel, then the rear panel on top of both of those before disappearing into the trunk in 22 seconds. It takes a second longer to reverse the process, which is about seven seconds quicker than its closest competitor, the Volvo C70. The downside of folding hardtops is that they're heavy and that the top can hog most of the trunk space when down. In the 3-series' case, the top itself adds 300 pounds, while the extra chassis reinforcements pack on another 150, so expect a 335i convertible to weigh about 4000 pounds. To BMW's credit, however, the convertible retains a 50-50 weight distribution and is claimed to have 50-percent stiffer torsional rigidity than the previous 3-series convertible. From the driver's seat, we can tell you that the new 3-series is among the stiffest in its class, with almost no perceptible quivers felt through either the seat or steering wheel. The convertible's 12-cubic-foot trunk is actually one cube larger than the coupe's, but shrinks to 7 with the top down; still leaving usable space beneath the panels. That also compares favorably with the Volvo C70's 13 cubic feet top-up and 6 top-down. However, the Volvo has a nifty loading feature that electronically motors the roof panels out of the way for easier access to the trunk space with the top down. On the BMW, that feature is optional (part of the $500 Comfort Access, which also includes keyless unlocking/locking and starting) and doesn't work as well as there's no button (instead you must click the key fob twice), and even then doesn't make loading as easy as the Volvo does. However, the 3-series has a folding rear seat and a 16-inch-wide trunk pass through to accommodate the must-have set of golf clubs under the folded But how does it drive? Has chopping the roof and adding weight spoiled the 3-series? Most definitely not. If anything, it's just a touch less-edgy than the stiffer and lighter 335i coupe and sedan, but the convertible still dances up a twisty mountain road in a way that will satisfy the enthusiast. The surprisingly linear, 300-hp 3.0-liter direct-injection twin-turbo six barks with a satisfactory, very un-turbo-like snarl and is the least compromised turbo engine we've ever driven. Naturally it doesn't feel quite as strong as in the coupe; BMW predicts the convertible's 0-to-60-mph times will be 0.2-second slower than comparable coupe's. We blasted to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds in a 335i manual coupe, so that would put a manual 335i convertible at 4.9 seconds, and an automatic at 5.0. Still not exactly what you'd call slow. While enthusiasts will probably prefer the standard six-speed manual transmission, opt for the new ZF six-speed automatic and the engine's boosted nature is concealed even more, to a point that it's basically indiscernible. BMW claims this new transmission shifts up to 40-percent quicker than other automatics, and even though it's a conventional automatic with a torque converter its shift times are approaching those of automated manuals, such as BMW's SMG. To us, this new automatic is up there with the Jaguar XK's tranny as among the best; both of which are far better than the clunky SMG. And who wouldn't want satisfying, right-now shifts without the bumbling between gears that happens with SMG? Wide-open-throttle upshifts happen with a reassuring kick approaching that of automated manuals. As far as the 3-series' convertibleness is concerned, we did over a hundred miles with the top down, optional wind blocker in place, and windows up. If there's any degradation to structural rigidity with the top down, it's minimal, and even at 80 to 85 mph the cabin is reasonably quiet. Perhaps better, we were able to stay warm with outside temperatures in the low- to mid-40s. Other 3-series traits remain: Terrifically comfortable seats, with optional power bolster adjustment (you must try these); properly weighted and responsive steering that's among the best; and a ride-handling balance its competitors would kill for. The 3-series sedan, coupe, and now, convertible. You really can't go wrong no matter which one you choose. We'll take a convertible all day long even at $8,500 more. Video review of the 335i Retractable http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5Uih_qEkt0 Promo Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_oR_5jIxPY&feature=related Release video 335i cabrio http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Oc51wd5zFw&feature=related ------------------- BMW Twin Turbo Takes International Engine of the Year Award; Toyota Wins Best Fuel Economy Category 9 May 2007 BMW’s 3-liter twin turbo (earlier post) was named International Engine of the Year 2007 at the ninth annual International Engine of the Year Awards at Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. BMW won two other category awards for its 2.5-liter inline six and 5-liter V10, in addition to having the twin turbo named Best New Engine. The 62 automotive journalists from 30 countries who served as judges also named Volkswagen’s 1.4-liter turbocharged and supercharged TSI unit (earlier post) as best in the 1-liter to 1.4-liter class, with its larger sibling, the 2-liter turbo developed by Audi and applied in the Golf GTi and Audi A3, topping the 1.8-liter to 2-liter category.--> Toyota meanwhile saw its 1.5-liter hybrid that powers the Prius named Best Fuel Economy engine and its 1-liter 3-cylinder from the Aygo and Yaris take the honors in the Sub 1-liter category. (Earlier post.) ---------------------- BMW 3.0-Liter Twin-Turbo 6 Named Engine of the Year By Jonny Lieberman on May 7, 2008 File this one under "News that will not shock Justin Berkowitz." For the fourth straight year in a row, the propeller people from Bavaria have taken home Engine of the Year honors as decided by… motoring journalists. Who decides on which motor journalists get to vote? Who knows? Anyhow, this is the second year in a row that the 335i's dark bread und white sausage has taken home the award. And why the hell not? BMW has simply eliminated turbo lag, a trick they couldn't even manage in their own twin-turbo V8. And the power is awesome. I once asked a BMW engineer about the possibility that they underrated 3.0-liter twin-turbo's power to save the face of the then out-going E46 M3. He was aghast. Nein! That would be unethical, immoral and many other non-nice things. Who would do such a thing? I explained the history of American muscle cars, the notorious underrating of horsepower and my German friend looked nauseous. Either he's a hell of an actor, or completely in the dark. I saw a 335i dyno 285 horsepower at the wheel. Figure a 15 – 20 percent driveline loss and you're talking at least 340 horses, maybe more. But hey, who's complaining? ----------------------------------------- ZF SHIFTS SMOOTHLY INTO SECOND-GENERATION BMW SIX-SPEED Even as it introduces the concept of an eight-speed automatic transmission that it will put into production in two years, ZF has made it clear that its strategy is not about the number of gears, but what those gears can do. Since introducing the 6 HP 26 six-speed automatic transmission for passenger cars and light trucks in 2001, ZF has made what it calls “significant advancements” in the recent technical upgrade of the transmission in the form of the new 6 HP 28. Even as it introduces the concept of an eight-speed automatic transmission that it will put into production in two years, ZF has made it clear that its strategy is not about the number of gears, but what those gears can do. Since introducing the 6 HP 26 six-speed automatic transmission for passenger cars and light trucks in 2001, ZF has made what it calls “significant advancements” in the recent technical upgrade of the transmission in the form of the new 6 HP 28.BMW. At about 95 kg (210 lb) and 700 N·m (520 lb·ft), the second-generation 6 HP 28 was engineered for multiple downshifts without interruption. While the geartrain itself is fundamentally the same, the use of a new vibration- reducing torque converter, in combination with optimized software control and hydraulics, has resulted in reduced shift times by 70%, says ZF. A 5% fuel economy improvement is expected with gasoline engines via a turbine torsional vibration damper, with 6% improvement for diesel engine applications via a twintorsional damper (Twin TD). A diesel’s harsher NVH characteristic was the impetus behind the choice of different dampers for the gasoline and diesel engines. The new torque converter improves the connection between the driveline and the engine, allowing the driver to feel a more active and direct vehicle response when accelerating; the objective is to close the clutch completely as soon as possible. Downshifts are performed in up to four stages without any time losses or noticeable deceleration. The hydraulic system enables the clutch to be directly controlled by a separate pressure regulator so that no additional time is required for jumping a drive stage. To find the target gear, control electronics determine the optimum gear based on load conditions, driving situation, and vehicle speed. If a driver is cruising in sixth gear and wants to rapidly accelerate, the transmission needs just 100 ms to trigger the change from sixth to second gear. The response time for downshifts is approximately 120 ms, below the limit of human perception The new BMW 6 HP 28 uses the Lepelletier gear set, which allows for six ratios with fewer components than previous fivespeed transmissions, and thus a lessweighty gear set. The system uses a planetary gear set as well as a Ravigneaux gear set with five shift elements. A plastic oilpan also contributes to weight reduction Manufactured in Saarbrücken, Germany, the new transmission is currently available in the BMW 3 Series Coupe, X3, and X5. It is designed for high-torque engines, including 12-cylinder applications. AutoCheck Vehicle History Report 2008 BMW 3-Series 335i Report Run Date: 2010-04-08 16:35:47.152 EDT This AutoCheck Score VIN: WBAWL73548PX54407 Year : 2008 Make : BMW Model: 3-Series 335i Style/Body: Convertible 2D Class: Upscale - Near Luxury Engine: 3.0L I6 DI Country of Assembly: Germany Vehicle Age: 2 year(s) Calculated Owners: 1 Calculated Accidents: 0 Last Reported Odometer Reading: 27,101 Section summaries The vehicle identification number you submitted has been analyzed and summary information on your car is shown below. Title and ProblemCheck: title buyback reported OdometerCheck: Your vehicle checks out! Vehicle Use and EventCheck: Specific vehicle use(s) or events reported Full History: Detailed information available Title and ProblemCheck Problem Reported! AutoCheck's database for this 2008 BMW 3-Series 335i (WBAWL73548PX54407) shows a buyback title(s) 1 Problem(s) Reported: 15 Title/Problem areas checked: No abandoned title record No damaged title or major damage incident record No fire damaged title record No grey market title record No hail damage title record No insurance loss title or probable total loss record No junk or scrapped title record Manufacturer Buyback record No odometer problem title record No rebuilt/rebuildable title record No salvage title or salvage auction record No water damaged title record No NHTSA crash test record No frame/unibody damage record No recycling facility record OdometerCheck Your vehicle checks out! AutoCheck examined the reported odometer readings reported to AutoCheck for this 2008 BMW 3-Series 335i (WBAWL73548PX54407) and no indication of an odometer rollback or tampering was found. AutoCheck uses business rules to determine if reported odometer readings are significantly less than previously reported values. Not all reported odometer readings are used. Title and auction events also report odometer tampering or breakage. 0 Problem(s) Reported: Mileage Date Reported 35 01/11/2008 27,101 02/10/2010 Information Reported! AutoCheck shows additional vehicle uses or events reported to AutoCheck for this 2008 BMW 3-Series 335i (WBAWL73548PX54407). This includes reported vehicle uses such as rental or lease, and events such as whether the vehicle has been reported to have had a loan/lien or duplicate title issued. Other events show if the vehicle has a reported accident and how many calculated accidents or if it has been reported stolen or repossessed. It is recommended to have pre-owned vehicles inspected by a third party prior to purchase. 1 Event(s) Reported: 6 Vehicle uses checked: lease use records No taxi use record No police use record No government use record No livery use record No driver education record 1 Event(s) Reported: 9 Vehicle events checked: No accident record reported through accident data sources No corrected title record No duplicate title record No emission/safety inspection record Loan/Lien record(s) No fire damage incident record No repossessed record No theft record No storm area registration/title record Full History Below are the historical events for this vehicle listed in chronological order. Any discrepancies will be in bold text. Report Run Date: 2010-04-08 16:35:47.152 EDT Vehicle: 2008 BMW 3-Series 335i (WBAWL73548PX54407) Event Date Event Location Odometer Reading Data Source Event Detail 01/11/2008 CA 35 Motor Vehicle Dept. ODOMETER READING FROM DMV 01/25/2008 SANTA ANA, CA Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL (Leased Vehicle) 02/06/2008 CA Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Lien Reported) 02/10/2010 CA 27,101 Motor Vehicle Dept. ODOMETER READING FROM DMV 03/10/2010 CA Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL 03/10/2010 CA Motor Vehicle Dept 03/20/2010 CA Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE BUYBACK This Vehicle's Glossary Below are the specific definitions for events that appear in this vehicle's report. More information is available in the full AutoCheck glossary. Term Section Location Definition Lemon Buyback Title and ProblemCheck If after a reasonable amount of attempts the authorized dealer is unable to conform a new vehicle to any of its applicable express warranties, the manufacturer shall either provide its customer with a new vehicle of a like model line, if available, or otherwise comparable vehicle as a replacement, or accept the return of the vehicle from its customer and refund to its customer the purchase price paid for the vehicle less a reasonable allowance for use of the vehicle. Lemon/Buyback laws vary in the states that have enacted them. Buyback laws may not exist in most states. --------------------------------!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Under the bizzare laws of California a owner can force the manufaurer to repurchase a car for an alleged complaint as minor as the check engine light coming on (in this car.) He had not tightened the gas cap all the way down.This car was returned to BMW for a non-conformity with the warranty (check engine light). BMW graciously repurchased the car from the owner and securely fastened the gas cap. BMW will very commonly repurchase cars to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. Most importantly, the FULL factory warranty remains on this until 01/11/2012, or 50k miles. Bizzare law , but that's California, drowning in debt from ludicrous laws like this. This is not a salvage/totaled/flood/theft recovery title. Those titles the brand is permanent in every state and the warranty is voided completely on the car. A California buyback with full warranty in place is used only in CA. In all but Florida(as they have a similar law)the titles have no such branding as they are not CA. This is a consumer law to foster goodwill in CA. Where else does a car get repurchased because a ck engine light came on .. Ludicrous. That is just a warranty item in all other states.As many as 20% of lease Benz's and BMW's in CA are reacquired usually just because the lessee wants out of the lease. Squeaky brakes are another common excuse. I bought a M6 last year because the owner alleged 3 times his cigarette lighter wasn't hot enough for a quick smoke.No small wonder the state has businesses' flying out and a 25 billion dollar deficit. I PULLED THE SERVICE HISTORY ON THIS CAR AND IT IS FLAWLESS INCLUDING NEW BRAKES. THE 1ST TIME THE CK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THE GAS CAP WAS LOSE AND THAT WAS THOUGHT TO BE THE PROBLEM. THE 2ND TIME IT CAME ON IT PROVED TO BE THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP FOR THE DIRECT FUEL INJECTION. THE TIME BETWEEN THESE 2 COMPLAINTS EXCEEDED 30 DAYS AND THEREFORE THE OWNER HAD THE RIGHT UNDER CA LAW TO GET OUT OF HIS LEASE. THAT'S IT.BMWNA COMPLETLY INSPECTS THE CAR AND "ALL" NON CONFORMITES ARE REPAIRED.NO OTHER ISSUES. THE CAR UNDER THE CA LAW HAS BEEN THOROUGHLY INSPECTED AND ALL RECALLS ARE TO DATE, FULL WARRANTY REMAINS TILL WELL INTO 2012, EXCEPT FOR THE PUMP WHICH GETS ONE MORE YEAR. ------------------------- Additional History Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX Owner 1 Total Loss No total loss reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported Structural / Frame Damage No structural / frame damage reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported Airbag Deployment No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported Odometer Rollback No indication of an odometer rollback. No Issues Indicated Accident / Damage No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX. No Issues Reported Manufacturer Recall Check with an authorized BMW dealer for any open recalls. No Recalls Reported Basic Warranty Original warranty estimated to have 21 months or 22,899 miles remaining. Interested in an extended warranty? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Warranty Active !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BMW 3-Series Convertible: Worth The Wait Reference: BMW is notoriously deliberate when it comes to releasing new models. When it comes to the 3-Series, the company’s best-selling line with a multitude of configurations, change comes out of Munich in a slow trickle. Observers of this venerable German marque should be used to it by now: the sedan bows, followed by the coupe, with convertible and M-branded models on the distant horizon. The future is now here, and the 3-Series range is complete. For a company whose progress can be charted in exacting fashion with familiar nameplates and engines, the past year has been tumultuous by comparison. Turbochargers appeared on BMW’s smaller road cars for the first time since the 1970’s. The convertible is also making a leap into uncharted territory. The big story for the new E92 drop-top is its retracting hardtop, replacing the conventional soft-top used on the outgoing E46 model. Come to think of it, it’s the first hardtop convertible BMW has ever made. You might be thinking, “jeez, its about time,” but this is BMW we’re talking about, a company that half-bakes nothing. Hardtop convertible tops have been around for some time, even on lower-priced luxury models like Mercedes’ first-generation SLK roadster. However, there are two main drawbacks to such a system. The first is added weight as compared with a soft-top. A multi-paneled metal roof, and the complex mechanisms required to break it up and stuff it in the boot of a car, aren’t light by any stretch of the imagination. Given BMW’s sporting pedigree, a too-high curb weight is a consequence to be avoided at all costs, given its nasty effects on acceleration, handling, and braking. Weight gain in a convertible is unavoidable, even with a soft-top system, due to the additional bracing and chassis re-inforcements required to compensate for the loss of a roof. Thankfully, however, the penalty isn’t anything we couldn’t live with. The heaviest convertible – the 335i with the 6-speed Steptronic – weighs 3,957 lbs. That’s only 375 lb. more than its hardtop counterpart. Performance is largely unaffected, particularly in the 335 models, which are equipped with the 3.0L twin-turbo torque monster motors that make 300hp and 300 lb-ft. of torque starting at just 1500rpm. A 335i convertible with a manual gearbox sprints to 60mph in 5.0 seconds according to BMW, which is just a tenth (give or take) slower than the fixed-roof version. The second main historic drawback to retractable hardtops is the drastic reduction in trunk space when the roof is opened. Stuffing a sandwich of metal panels (three in the BMW’s case) into the boot via an hydraulic mechanism requires a good amount of room. BMW has a clever antidote for this as well. Inside the trunk of this 3-Series, there is a movable shelf. The shelf separates the usable trunk space from the space required for the folded roof, so when packing, you’ll know exactly how much room you’ve got. Nobody really looks for flexible cargo-carrying abilities in a drop-top, but BMW engineered them in anyway. The 3-Series has the next best thing to a split folding rear seat. The one-piece seat cushions flip down at the pull of a handle to reveal a pass-through that’s 15.75 inches wide – enough to accommodate a golf bag (the standard for trunk space everywhere) when the roof is up. When the top is down, the pass-through’s space is more limited. Now, to the top itself. It is a marvel of modern machinery, made of three panels of lightweight steel and operated by a hydraulic system. The roof opens in just 22 seconds, closes in 23, and piles itself smoothly into the boot. BMW claims that “the three-element steel roof structure ensures lower noise levels even at high speeds, enhances safety, creates a more luxurious and comfortable cabin and helps stiffen the chassis to provide precise handling.” Packaging is surely a chief concern also, as we don’t see how the car could do with a fewer number of larger panels. Each of the three panels rests above the other to create a compact metal stack. The boot opens rearward, clamshell-style, and can be opened conventionally once the whole opening/closing process is over and the hardtop is locked. The boot’s lid has a soft-close feature as well – kind of a no-brainer with advanced hydraulic kit like this. Another cool feature is that the roof can be opened by remote control – depending, of course, on the options you choose. It’s not a one-touch operation, though. Interior and remote controls for the top must be depressed for the duration of whatever operation you choose. ll of this performance and techno-wizardry comes at a price, but it’s rather less than we had expected. BMW official pricing starts at $43,975 for the 328i, and $51,875 for the 335i. Not too pricey when you consider that even the 328i is pretty speedy, scooting to 60mph in 6.7 seconds when equipped with a manual transmission. BMW’s cars have always been about more than simply raw numbers, but in the case of the new 3-Series convertible, the numbers are pretty darn good. A four-seat hardtop convertible that weighs under two tons, gets to sixty in under six seconds, and costs under fifty grand is what we’d call another overachiever from the folks in Munich. But a loaded 335 twin turbo runs 5 seconds flat and can cost $65,000. Money still well spent. Any Questions: crosssman@aol.com or call me @ 504.866.2777 Thanx, Rob * * Thank You For Visiting Our Auctions * * Q: Exactly what I've been looking for. A No snow/rust car with very option in a dark exterior and light (cool) interior. However I am selling my 2006 M3 convertible and won't have my money for a few weeks. Anyway to hold... Continue reading A: I can hold it for a few days with a deposit, but sorry I can't hold it for weeks. She's priced for a quick sale and there has been a LOT of interest. Rob 504.866.2777 Q: Will you take a 328 convertible in trade? perfect, not as totally loaded as yours and to be honest a bit slow. Perfect otherwise. 35K miles.My 2008 and $10,000 for yours?? A: Thanks, But the 328 , even the convertible is impossible to sell. It was built as a much cheaper alternative to the 335i and it shows. Sorry. Rob Q: I love the fact this has every option, and the color combo is the best I've seen. The tint on the window, what needs to be done? Very interested. GF A: The tint on the driver's rear window has a quarter size tear that was patched. I can remove all the tint if you wish or for about $30-40 the rear 1/4 window can be re -tinted. Rob 504.866.2777 Question & Answer Q: Hi, Has it been given a clean bill of health from BMW, for the buyback, even though it was just a loose gas cap? ANY issues? thanks. I am from NO..would fly back to pay and drive home. warm regards, Mike A: Turned out it was the high pressure pump, not the gas cap. Either way the 30 days had expired from complaint to being resolved. BMWNA does it's own inspection, pays for an independant inspection and has to certify there are ZERO faults of any kind. Safest way to buy, but the BMW dealers get most of them.Those wacky Californian's and there 20 billion dollar debt from consumer laws like this. Rob 504.866.2777 Q: would you help organize shipping to Canada (Toronto)? Also, just to double check... does this car have both "Always on head lights" and a Child Safety Restraint anchor? These are required to license the vehicle in Canada. A: LATCH attachments on child-restraint safety installation Programmable Daytime Running Lights This is from the factory discription Q: would you help organize shipping to Canada (Toronto)? Also, just to double check... does this car have both "Always on head lights" and a Child Safety Restraint anchor? These are required to license the vehicle in Canada. A: I can assist ot shipping it to a US border to Canada. You need a freight forwarder to handlethe paperwork. Do a google search for auto transportwers in your region and they can probably handle it from start to finish. Yes it has daytime run light. Tha angel eyes around the headlights are VERY bright for daytime.They are selectable for on or off daytime run lights. All BMW's have the front and rear child safety anchors. I've sold quite a few to Canada and it has always been straigtforward. Your dollar is looking good , eh. Rob 504.866.27777 Q: I have a 2004 Carrera 911 I would like to trade. A: Please call me @ 504.866.2777 to discuss. This is a wholesale price so I can only give auction pricing in trade. Rob Q: Yours by far has the best options, color and remaining warranty I've seen. Would you take $40,700 for her? Rick J VERY SERIOUS A: Please call me @ 504.866.2777 and I would be happy to discuss an agreeable price. Rob Q: Do you have any of the California documents/repair records? The CA lemon law suggests that dealer must buy vehicle back only after multiple reasonable attempts to fix problem have failed. Seems a little extreme for a check engine light. Thanks. A: No the whacko CA law is an allegation is the same as a failure .Anything Alleged over 30 days..ANYTHING, and they can be forced to buy back. The CA BMW dealers grab most of these. The disclosure is by law WHY it was repurchased. Same reason CA is going bankrupt, liberal laws. I bought one last year because the cigarette lighter wasn't hot enough, They changed it, he complained again..Over 30 days..BUYBACK Only Florida has a similar law, but much harder to use. I watched the sale today in Riverside and some of the goofy buybacks like this where bringing much mopre than without the buyback. Because under this law they have to put in writing ANY problems the car has and EVERYTHING must be perfect. Brake squeak and ck engine lights are probably the most common. Rob Q: Hello, the last pic. is the only one that shows the "M" badge. Whats up with that? Thank you, Matt A: I put it on. Purchased from the local BMW dealer. If you don't like it I can remove it. The reason I put it on is unlike the AMG pkg for Mercedes which is cosmetic only, the BMW M Sport pkg has different brakes, sway bars, tie rods, bushings, springs, shocks, seats, steering wheel , etc over a base 335. Thought it deserved recognition. Thanks for looking Rob Q: I have a Houston 08 335i Convert. like yours that was flooded last year here in Houston.I don't want another one from here(Too many flood cars here in Texas, and I don't want a rust bucket from the Nort east).... Continue reading A: I won't buy ANYTHING from Texas. No offense to the state. I was born there, But you're in the flood car retail capitol of the world. Sorry but I won't touch a flood or salt damaged(snow) car for any price. Good... Continue reading Q: Would you take $36,500 for it. all cash. A: Thank you but no. Please call me @ 504.8/66.2777 and I'll work with you as close as I can. Rob Q: Love the color and options. Would you take $38,400?? A: Please call me@ 504.866.2777. I'm sure something can be worked out. Rob Q: Greetings, I live in New Orleans and I wonder if I can come by to take a look and test drive the car. Thanks, Vinh. My number is 906 7014. A: Call me tomorrow.No problem Rob 504.866.2777 Q: You know I'm glad I paid for an inspection on yours and the other two. Despite clean Autocheck and Carfax , BOTH had been wrecked. They said yours was all origonal. Will call about payment with my credit union. Rob... Continue reading A: Please notify me of your credit union. If they do not do business in this state it will have to be via bank wire. Thanks, Told ya the car was untouched. Rob 504.866.2777 Q: No paint work? I just flew to look at a couple in Texas, both had been hit before. Clean history though??? A: Why I only buy from the manufacturer. When they state no paint work I have BMWNA's word and experience backing up that claim as in this car. Plus I always ck my cars with a paint meter. NO paint work other than what was... Continue reading Q: LOVE your car. ilive in the quarter and can see it this weekend. I'll call you tonight. GH A: Look forward to your call. Fantastic weather lately!! Rob 504.866.2777 Q: when would this car be available for inspection? A: Anytime...... Rob 504.866.2777