So I Drove This 325i (now with 330i driving impressions)

[speeddemon]

Adis...if you want then i'll let u take mine for a spin and then take it from there:thumbs:
6speed sportspack with Van der Graaf backbox.. PM me and we can arrange something cause i see you are in Cape Town:thumbs:

 

[AdiS]

Adis...if you want then i'll let u take mine for a spin and then take it from there:thumbs:
6speed sportspack with Van der Graaf backbox.. PM me and we can arrange something cause i see you are in Cape Town:thumbs:

Hi SpeedDemon,

I would really appreciate that.. very kind of you to offer. Will PM for detail

@ Nic The problem is that I still think the 5 series is too much of a big heavy tank. Its not agile, will cost the earth to run fuel wise, and I also have a love affair with the BMW inline 6. I also don't think it looks as good as an E46 individual.

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@Sank - you're right, I do need, and do want to drive a manual 330i. I just need to find one to go and drive. I'm aware that in driving terms, there is little difference between the different guises.
Oh, and the only rela benefit I see from the BMWP intake is the sound - would you agree?

I would say that the sound is the most noticeable difference, though BMW do claim it gives and 6HP of peak power, though guys in the US have actually gotten gains of double this which actually puts it up there and in some cases better than some of the top end aftermarket intakes available for the e46, and it looks a hell of a lot better than most of them.

Yea, i sort of like the idea of keeping the car as 'factory stock' as possible..

 

[AdiS]

So, I just drove SpeedDemon's 2004 330i Sportpack Manual A huge thanks to him for lending me his time, and his car

At face value, the difference is quite substantial. It's not out of this world, but the with the bigger engine, and the manual gearbox, it was quite a bit more impressive. I could definitely feel the extra torque, and it really shunts in the first two gears. There's also a little extra excitement when you pass 4500rpm which i noticed The car sounds better, and quite a bit more fun than the 325i i drove.

It is however, still very refined, which takes away from some of the excitement, but then again, you have to consider it for what it is. And for what it is, its pretty damn cool. With two passengers it'll happily accelerate relentlessly. SpeedDemon's car apparently has a decat and a Van de Graaf back box, and I was very impressed with this exhaust - as it was not too loud, nor was it intrusive at anytime. It made noise when you wanted it to, but could quiten down on teh highway and be very civil. I do think, however, that the car simply doesn't make enough induction noise for my liking, but that can be fixed easily

Overall, it's definitely a huge improvement over the 325i auto that i drove. It's no M3, but still a fantastic car to drive, which has a bit of personality if need be.

Once again, a huge thanks to SpeedDemon for giving me the opportunity to experience the car.

 

[Sankekur]

Now add a 3.38 diff...... :rollsmile:


and yes the I6's do really good with some more induction noise.

 

[AdiS]

Now add a 3.38 diff...... :rollsmile:


and yes the I6's do really good with some more induction noise.

Dude - it must be SUPER lively with that diff.. SD's car was fairly lively in the first two gears..

 

[Sankekur]

Now add a 3.38 diff...... :rollsmile:


and yes the I6's do really good with some more induction noise.

Dude - it must be SUPER lively with that diff.. SD's car was fairly lively in the first two gears..

Lively it is, the car just feels so much more alive than it does with the standard diff, the best way to describe it is the acceleration up here at altitude feels like the acceleration feels like it did at the coast with the standard diff, but the better part for me is the in gear acceleration like accelerating on the highway or out of a corner, just feels awesome.

Can't wait to get to drive my car at the coast with 3.38 diff :drool:

 

[AdiS]

Now add a 3.38 diff...... :rollsmile:


and yes the I6's do really good with some more induction noise.

Dude - it must be SUPER lively with that diff.. SD's car was fairly lively in the first two gears..

Lively it is, the car just feels so much more alive than it does with the standard diff, the best way to describe it is the acceleration up here at altitude feels like the acceleration feels like it did at the coast with the standard diff, but the better part for me is the in gear acceleration like accelerating on the highway or out of a corner, just feels awesome.

Can't wait to get to drive my car at the coast with 3.38 diff :drool:

Yea unlucky for you guys up in JHB I'm sure its gonna be mad down at the coast with the diff..

 

[Twinz]

So Adis...whats the decision? :idea:

 

[AdiS]

So Adis...whats the decision? :idea:

Yaaa... I think a 330i will do

 

[Sankekur]

Yay :clap:

Now you just need to find one :rollsmile:

 

[AdiS]

Yay :clap:

Now you just need to find one :rollsmile:

Yea, i suppose its good that there aren't any around right now, becuase the timing would be a bit off. From about March next year, I think the real search is on...

 

[Henry330i]

Glad you found a car you like now lets hope you find one you want to buy when the time is right.

I love my 330i

 

[speeddemon]

Glad to help you out buddy:thumbs: Yeah i'm still looking for a 3.38 diff so Sank...watch out when you come down to Cape town:fencelook: You might just end up missing a diff..lol

 

[Sankekur]

Remember my car bites :mmm: :rollsmile:

 

[AdiS]

Remember my car bites :mmm: :rollsmile:

When are you coming down sank?

 

[Sankekur]

Sheesh, I actually have no idea.....I don't actually have plans, usually do these things at a spur of a moment......will have to see during my december leave, might have to make a plan.

 

[AdiS]

Sheesh, I actually have no idea.....I don't actually have plans, usually do these things at a spur of a moment......will have to see during my december leave, might have to make a plan.

Well let me know - I would be keen to check out your car

 

[FaSTandFurious]

So, I just drove SpeedDemon's 2004 330i Sportpack Manual A huge thanks to him for lending me his time, and his car

At face value, the difference is quite substantial. It's not out of this world, but the with the bigger engine, and the manual gearbox, it was quite a bit more impressive. I could definitely feel the extra torque, and it really shunts in the first two gears. There's also a little extra excitement when you pass 4500rpm which i noticed The car sounds better, and quite a bit more fun than the 325i i drove.

It is however, still very refined, which takes away from some of the excitement, but then again, you have to consider it for what it is. And for what it is, its pretty damn cool. With two passengers it'll happily accelerate relentlessly. SpeedDemon's car apparently has a decat and a Van de Graaf back box, and I was very impressed with this exhaust - as it was not too loud, nor was it intrusive at anytime. It made noise when you wanted it to, but could quiten down on teh highway and be very civil. I do think, however, that the car simply doesn't make enough induction noise for my liking, but that can be fixed easily

Overall, it's definitely a huge improvement over the 325i auto that i drove. It's no M3, but still a fantastic car to drive, which has a bit of personality if need be.

Once again, a huge thanks to SpeedDemon for giving me the opportunity to experience the car.

Go 335i

 

[AdiS]

So, I just drove SpeedDemon's 2004 330i Sportpack Manual A huge thanks to him for lending me his time, and his car

At face value, the difference is quite substantial. It's not out of this world, but the with the bigger engine, and the manual gearbox, it was quite a bit more impressive. I could definitely feel the extra torque, and it really shunts in the first two gears. There's also a little extra excitement when you pass 4500rpm which i noticed The car sounds better, and quite a bit more fun than the 325i i drove.

It is however, still very refined, which takes away from some of the excitement, but then again, you have to consider it for what it is. And for what it is, its pretty damn cool. With two passengers it'll happily accelerate relentlessly. SpeedDemon's car apparently has a decat and a Van de Graaf back box, and I was very impressed with this exhaust - as it was not too loud, nor was it intrusive at anytime. It made noise when you wanted it to, but could quiten down on teh highway and be very civil. I do think, however, that the car simply doesn't make enough induction noise for my liking, but that can be fixed easily

Overall, it's definitely a huge improvement over the 325i auto that i drove. It's no M3, but still a fantastic car to drive, which has a bit of personality if need be.

Once again, a huge thanks to SpeedDemon for giving me the opportunity to experience the car.

Go 335i

Ya, er.. just a bit beyond the scope of this operation don't you think. Plus, turbo FTL.

 

[Fordkoppie]

....the 5 series is too much of a big heavy tank. Its not agile....

:biglol::roflol::biglol::roflol: yeah right :tease:

Having said that, you are obviously a 3 series man, and should get what you desire.
No point in being convinced otherwise, and the 330i e46 is a very very nice and competent piece of machinery