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hi I am 64 never had BMW car I thought I would try one after having mini and I am glad I did . have a 118d 2009 its better than thought it would be .

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Welcome! I'm fresh to the BMW club too, having come from a 2007 MINI Cooper S to my new chariot, a 2003 330i M-Sport. They're impressive beasts. Just need to exercise some self-restraint with my right foot now!

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Hi Brian and Sam, I to am a first time BMW owner. I went from a 2.0 turbo petrol tuned Vauxhall Astra to my 123D M Sport hatch. Its the best car I've ever owned and the best decision I've ever made. I still have power if I need it but I am currently getting 48.7mpg instead of the 24-32mpg in my Astra!

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Yeah, those 123d's are rapid. Since picking up my car from the garage last night, I've only averaged 18mpg... eek.

There are a few niggles that I've got with mine, but then it's an 11 year old car. The rear parking sensors don't work; the wheels feel well out of balance (it's in Kwik-Fit as I type); the oil warning light comes on for a moment after all other warning lights come on when I first turn the engine on, then it goes off; the rear boot lid struts make a groaning noise; and the spare wheel's missing... Still, it goes like stink, has an awesome stereo and is sooo easy to drive.

I'll get some pics uploaded once I've given it a proper polish. The garage I bought it from cleaned it, but obviously did a bit of a rushed job, or used less than premium products. I've got an Autoglym set just waiting to get involved!

M2 NPE Apprentice

M2 NPE

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Yeah the 123d is quick. Although on paper my astra was quicker. The BMW actually manages to put all that power on the road though. I ofter experienced torque steer and major under steering from my astra. RWD all the way

M2 NPE Apprentice

M2 NPE

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Yeah the 123d is quick. Although on paper my astra was quicker. The BMW actually manages to put all that power on the road though. I ofter experienced torque steer and major under steering from my astra. RWD all the way

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GBM6

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Welcome one and all, I must have missed you some how. Can we have pictures of these joyous chariots please;-)

bazzavic Newbie

bazzavic

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Also a first time bmw owner

Many cars over the years

We picked a bmwx5

What a beast

It's like driving on a three piece sofa

:)

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weejock06 Newbie

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hi all im 77 and have just taken possession of a bmw 323se 1998 which was left to me in a will.its absolutely immaculate and I love it. its fast ,safe and as far as I am concerned the best car I have ever owned,will post pics shortly.john.

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