[jaymk5]

Hello,

I am trying to make a thread to compile all space gray production videos, personal videos, pictures etc. I am also planning to compile my reviews (experiences), questions, issues(I wish and hope this to be none) etc...here.

To start with here is my production video of space gray metallic x3 xdrive 35i, I named him bheem (reason for the name choice is below, if anyone is interested), the video got released yesterday. Enjoy and comments are welcome.

http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...berid=51223979

Thanks Jay.

Bheem (aka Bhima) is one of the central characters of Mahabharata (epic of india) and he is very muscular and popular for his strength, power and wisdom.

References:
Bheem: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhima
Mahabharata: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahabharata

[thefreeze]

Nice video! It was a very happy marriage :-)

[Powerrunner]

Yes, I think the production video is a nice touch.

[jaymk5]

Originally Posted by Powerrunner

Yes, I think the production video is a nice touch.

Yes it is very nice that we can see the making video, its more like an ultrasound of a baby and watching the first touchdown(like baby sit for first time) and rolldown (like first baby steps). I feel a special link between the car and me. I owned 2 cars in the past and I never felt like that.

[AJWilson]

AWE i'm going to cry

Originally Posted by jaymk5

Yes it is very nice that we can see the making video, its more like an ultrasound of a baby and watching the first touchdown(like baby sit for first time) and rolldown (like first baby steps). I feel a special link between the car and me. I owned 2 cars in the past and I never felt like that.

[Kota]

Originally Posted by jaymk5

Yes it is very nice that we can see the making video, its more like an ultrasound of a baby and watching the first touchdown(like baby sit for first time) and rolldown (like first baby steps). I feel a special link between the car and me. I owned 2 cars in the past and I never felt like that.

Yes! And somehow my cars to me have always looked nicer then others, one learn to notice little detail which make them better to our eyes, even if the same model. Same as the smell of the inside, i for instance love to feel the smell of the leather "as it is" and hate all parfumes many people use: in my car eating is simply forbidden same as bringing inside anything that stinks.

[sfax]

Originally Posted by jaymk5

Yes it is very nice that we can see the making video, its more like an ultrasound of a baby and watching the first touchdown(like baby sit for first time) and rolldown (like first baby steps). I feel a special link between the car and me. I owned 2 cars in the past and I never felt like that.

And the good thing is that when you get it home, it doesn't beep its horn and flash its lights at 2am because it's hungry

[jaymk5]

Originally Posted by sfax

And the good thing is that when you get it home, it doesn't beep its horn and flash its lights at 2am because it's hungry

Well said, with new baby on its way to our family this fall, it will be good to see atleast one baby taking care of itself and not crying in the middle of the night.

[jaymk5]

Quick update on what's going on in my end, my x3 arrived at dealership on 5th April, but I am out of town and have other business priorities to take care of all of this week, also my x3 diff event is coming up on 4/12, hence planning to take delivery on 4/14, will post the group with some space grey pictures as soon as I take delivery. I was actually not able to concentrate properly on my work and want to see my car and take delivery as soon as I get to town, but since I have waited almost 1 week, thinking it does not hurt to wait couple of more days next week and bag the 500$ gift certificate. Keep watching this space around 14th for pictures...

[lateshow]

I should have pics of my space grey 35i about a week after you.

[jaymk5]

Originally Posted by lateshow

I should have pics of my space grey 35i about a week after you.

Nice to know, yours is coming out soon, please feel free to add your pictures and views to the thread.

[jaymk5]

I had few questions on finance options and opened the thread (link below), just want to link it to my main thread.

http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=310

In short lhsa, gave me info about penfed credit union and I ended up getting pre-approved in few mins over phone. Entire process is explained on the thread.

[jaymk5]

Participated in the x3 event today. No questions asked on what car I drive or anything like that. Tried Lexus, Audi and x3 each around 15 mins. Still loved x3. Giftbags that they had for participants was over, so they took my address and told it will be sent in mail. Also casually asked when will I get the certificate and the answer is with in 7 days.

I will post updates when I get the certificate and take delivery.

[TrikinCurt]

Originally Posted by jaymk5

Participated in the x3 event today. No questions asked on what car I drive or anything like that. Tried Lexus, Audi and x3 each around 15 mins. Still loved x3. Giftbags that they had for participants was over, so they took my address and told it will be sent in mail. Also casually asked when will I get the certificate and the answer is with in 7 days.

I will post updates when I get the certificate and take delivery.

Jay - so was that your space grey X3 sitting up on the second floor in the corner? I thought about keying it

I went to the event as well, nobody told me to grab a gift bag though! What did I miss in it?

Oh, and I drove the mercedes, what an awful ride.

[Radioactive]

@jaymk5

Be sure to post a photo of your car/truck after you get your mud flaps on. I plan on installing them on my "space gray". Love to see how they look.

@TrikinCurt

I got a white bmw travel mug. Now it's my wife's gift to match her white 535i.

[lateshow]

Here is my space gray 35i with the 19" 309 wheels.

BMW Production Video http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...berid=50419385

[Radioactive]

Originally Posted by lateshow

Here is my space gray 35i with the 19" 309 wheels.

BMW Production Video http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...berid=50419385

Is that Black Nevada interior with brushed Al I see? That's what I went with. I am so glad that I changed my mind on the color from sparkling bronze to space gray. Looks great with the 309's.

[lateshow]

Originally Posted by Radioactive

Is that Black Nevada interior with brushed Al I see? That's what I went with. I am so glad that I changed my mind on the color from sparkling bronze to space gray. Looks great with the 309's.

Yes, I went with the Black Nevada w/ sports seats and the brushed aluminum. You don't see too many X3's out there with the 309's, so I'm looking forward to introducing mine to Chicago hopefully next week.

[Radioactive]

Originally Posted by lateshow

Yes, I went with the Black Nevada w/ sports seats and the brushed aluminum. You don't see too many X3's out there with the 309's, so I'm looking forward to introducing mine to Chicago hopefully next week.

Your car is begging for chrome exhaust tips! Have you thought about black or silver brake calipers behind the 309's?

[lateshow]

Originally Posted by Radioactive

Your car is begging for chrome exhaust tips! Have you thought about black or silver brake calipers behind the 309's?

The tips are chrome as far as I know. I haven't thought about calipers yet, but I will be. I've got the $500 accessories gift certificate so I have some cash to play with.

[Radioactive]

You are right it does come with "Chrome Tailpipe Finishers". If you haven't seen it, I did post a list of the items that are eligible for the gift certificate a few days ago.

[lateshow]

As promised.....