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I just got done with the i3 experience at the LA Auto Show today as well. The car surprised the hell out of me. It far exceeded my expectations in every way. TBH, the only thing from the entire experience that irked me was the goofy gear selector sticking out of the steering column at the 2 O'Clock position. The acceleration was great, the brakes + regen system made for impressive stopping power, and the center of gravity is so low that it makes for a surprisingly sporty car, and I own a E92 M3 (I took a turn quite hard in it). The interior quality is top notch. I suppose the exterior design is subjective, which I'm partial to, but I have no real complaint about it. The rear suicide doors (a la Toyota FJ) are not bad, but not great. I love the new LED lights. The 2.5gal gas tank 2cyl petrol generator is a must-have option for only about $3-4k extra.
I'm not sure how all the rebates work, but you can get up to $10k rebate back from the state of CA if you're a resident. That makes this car about ~$35k with the generator. My overall experience with the new i3 is a 9/10. |
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12-01-2013, 10:05 AM | #24 |
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I didn't mind the gear selector that much, but I can see where it's not in a usual position; trucks and vans have a gear selector in that general area, whereas sporty cars it should be center console only. Btw, I forgot to post one pic, will add to the first post ... this is not from the BMW i Experience, but from inside the Auto Show; either way it fits with the thread... BMW i3 at LA Auto Show by ddk632, on Flickr |
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12-02-2013, 01:45 PM | #27 |
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I have enjoyed my test drive today in Frankfurt Germany with an orange, fully optioned i3. I drove via Autobahn, City and Country roads. It was really fun especially the 250 nm torque from the first moment.
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12-02-2013, 10:34 PM | #29 |
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Fun car to drive. Thanks for all of the free snacks too.
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12-06-2013, 06:54 AM | #30 |
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Great write up, thanks.
Solar Orange is clearly the colour of choice. I added a sunroof to my order at the last minute. At 6'2, I hope I'm not going to regret that. I certainly didn't notice the ceiling at all during my quick non-sunroofed test drive. |
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12-06-2013, 05:17 PM | #31 | |
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It frosts me, in the USA, the sunroof is not a standalone option...any interior other than the base gets it in the package. I like the way the Lodge interior looks, at least in pictures (haven't seen one in person yet), but if the sunroof cuts headroom, it may force me into the base interior - not horrible, but at the price point, I'd rather get what I both want and need, not some marketing guy's decision on what they think I need. |
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