How are the sunroofs holding up in the new x3? - XBimmers

Want the thrill · 04-15-2011, 05:54 PM

Anybody have any water issues like the previous generation? Has anyone taken theirs through a car wash or let it sit out in heavy rain? Just curious to see if there are any issues with the new generation.

Powerrunner · 04-15-2011, 06:38 PM

No problems thus far. Have the 35i now for several months with no leak issues.

Want the thrill · 04-15-2011, 06:48 PM

Good to hear. I plan on keeping this vehicle for a long time and wouldn't be a happy camper with water in it.

Nahoa · 04-15-2011, 08:45 PM

Done both a few times. No problems.

drtdvl · 04-15-2011, 09:04 PM

No issues with my sunroof leaking.

tuco44 · 04-15-2011, 09:37 PM

I think it's much too early to tell, but sounds positive so far.

tetten · 04-16-2011, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Want the thrill

Anybody have any water issues like the previous generation? Has anyone taken theirs through a car wash or let it sit out in heavy rain? Just curious to see if there are any issues with the new generation.

Why bother with the sunroof - In due time they will all start leaking.

acey81 · 04-16-2011, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tetten

Why bother with the sunroof - In due time they will all start leaking.

Because it looks better, the interior feels much more premium and you can't beat the feeling of sunlight in the cabin.

PotOdds · 04-16-2011, 08:34 AM

+1

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Originally Posted by acey81

Because it looks better, the interior feels much more premium and you can't beat the feeling of sunlight in the cabin.

Want the thrill · 04-16-2011, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by acey81

Because it looks better, the interior feels much more premium and you can't beat the feeling of sunlight in the cabin.

Right! I had one in every vehicle I've ever owned and to this point, none have ever leaked. For me, it is a must have.

LEDZEP · 04-16-2011, 06:52 PM

X3 is way too new to have any meaningful data on this. But if you're looking for a level of comfort, this is the same panorama roof that BMW has been putting in vehicles for at least 6 years now, if not more.

We had an E91 with it (2006) that made some noise, but a replaced seal took care of that.

rs6655 · 04-16-2011, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

X3 is way too new to have any meaningful data on this. But if you're looking for a level of comfort, this is the same panorama roof that BMW has been putting in vehicles for at least 6 years now, if not more.

I agree. Some bugs early on with a redesign to resolve some leaking issues.

Mine has been problem free in the worst Florida downpours and we frequently get inches of rain per hour.

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-17-2011, 01:29 AM

No leaks for me (in any sunrrof in any car for that matter)

Never, ever close the cover as the extra sunlight the roof lets in is fantastic

AJWilson · 04-17-2011, 06:58 AM

+1

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Originally Posted by acey81

Because it looks better, the interior feels much more premium and you can't beat the feeling of sunlight in the cabin.

Harplayr · 04-17-2011, 09:12 AM

I’ve been driving an X3 since they came out in 2004 (2004 and 2010 X3).
The only time I use my sunroof is to let light in to warm the car in the winter, and could have easily done without one. I wanted the other items in the Premium Package and tech package so my 2011 will have one. If I could have gotten the other stuff and deleted the sun roof I would have.

That being said, the sun roof has given me NO problems these past 7 years. I’m not worried about problems with it on the F25.

LEDZEP · 04-17-2011, 10:03 AM

I love sunroofs. I use mine mostly in the tilted (vent) position. It aspirates the air out of the cabin and creates a negative pressure that draws fresh air in through the vents. Great for those spring and fall drives!

04-15-2011, 05:54 PM	#1
Want the thrill Major Drives: X3 35i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MI Posts: 1,040 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 X3 35i [3.88]	How are the sunroofs holding up in the new x3? Anybody have any water issues like the previous generation? Has anyone taken theirs through a car wash or let it sit out in heavy rain? Just curious to see if there are any issues with the new generation.
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04-15-2011, 08:45 PM	#4
Nahoa Lieutenant Colonel Drives: F25 35i Mineral Silver/Black Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,855 iTrader: (0)	Done both a few times. No problems. __________________

04-15-2011, 09:37 PM	#6
tuco44 Major Drives: 2012 E82 135i MSport 6MT Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 1,244 iTrader: (0)	I think it's much too early to tell, but sounds positive so far. __________________ 2012 135i E82 MSport 6MT Jet Black Previous BMWs - 2012 135i MSport LMB DCT(sold), 2011 X3 35i MSport VR (sold), 2009 M3 Sedan AW (sold), 2008 535xi MSport AW (sold), 2007 328xiT Barbera (sold), plus 11 others in the 70s & 80s.

04-16-2011, 06:52 PM	#11
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.81] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	X3 is way too new to have any meaningful data on this. But if you're looking for a level of comfort, this is the same panorama roof that BMW has been putting in vehicles for at least 6 years now, if not more. We had an E91 with it (2006) that made some noise, but a replaced seal took care of that. __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

04-17-2011, 01:29 AM	#13
BIMMER UK 76 Major Drives: BMW F25 X3 20d SE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,080 iTrader: (0)	No leaks for me (in any sunrrof in any car for that matter) Never, ever close the cover as the extra sunlight the roof lets in is fantastic __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDRIVE 20d SE Black Sapphire \| Oyster Leather \| Fineline Sienna Wood \| 307 V Spokes \| Auto \| Prof Multimedia Package \| xLine Package \| Xenons \| Business Radio \| Sports Steering Wheel \| Sports Seats \| Panoramic Sunroof \| Sun Protection Glass \| Sun Blinds \| Folding Ext. Mirrors + Titanium Grille \| Chrome Exhaust Trim \| Mudflaps

04-15-2011, 06:38 PM	#2
Powerrunner Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW X3 35i 2011 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naperville Posts: 275 iTrader: (0)	No problems thus far. Have the 35i now for several months with no leak issues.

04-15-2011, 06:48 PM	#3
Want the thrill Major Drives: X3 35i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MI Posts: 1,040 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 X3 35i [3.88]	Good to hear. I plan on keeping this vehicle for a long time and wouldn't be a happy camper with water in it.

04-15-2011, 09:04 PM	#5
drtdvl Private Drives: 2011 M3 Sedan, X3 35i, Tacoma Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Alberta Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	No issues with my sunroof leaking.

04-17-2011, 09:12 AM	#15
Harplayr Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW X3 28i, F25 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 424 iTrader: (0)	I’ve been driving an X3 since they came out in 2004 (2004 and 2010 X3). The only time I use my sunroof is to let light in to warm the car in the winter, and could have easily done without one. I wanted the other items in the Premium Package and tech package so my 2011 will have one. If I could have gotten the other stuff and deleted the sun roof I would have. That being said, the sun roof has given me NO problems these past 7 years. I’m not worried about problems with it on the F25.

04-17-2011, 10:03 AM	#16
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.81] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	I love sunroofs. I use mine mostly in the tilted (vent) position. It aspirates the air out of the cabin and creates a negative pressure that draws fresh air in through the vents. Great for those spring and fall drives! __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

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