Stuff I really like... okay, love... about my F25

LEDZEP · 05-20-2011, 07:37 PM

Thought a good thread might be to start a list of various things we are discovering (or already expected) and love about the F25. Would be nice if the thread can remain positive and not contain "but I don't like ____" along with. Even we who are not new to BMW are new to F25, that is the beauty of the first year of a new design. So even the most dyed in the wool BMW owners will be discovering little things that tickle their fancy about the vehicle. I'd love to see what others are digging... I'll start:

1. Cruise control - wasn't sure I'd like the new placement of the controls and different operation, but am getting used to it and it's no bother. But a couple of things I've discovered that I like about it are: a) Even after turning off the car, it stores your most recently set speed - making it much easier to resume where you were; 2) The analog CC speed indicator in the speedo ring is red when CC is on but inactive, and green when active. That is just cool.

2. Instrument panel - the white crystal illumination in the panel is so clean and crisp! I'm sure this is transitioning in all models, but the first bimmer I've had with anything other than the orange cluster. So easy to read, and just looks much more high tech.

3. Top Down View - no excuses to ever curb a wheel again! This view is amazing. Being able to see the parking lines or curb while manuvering into place is great! And you don't have to stick your head out the window like an idiot.

5. LED Angel Eyes - so much nicer looking, especially as used for DRL. They are actually so bright that I squint when looking at them. Makes the reflection of your car in the back of a black pickup look awesome.

6. No external rubber seal between windshield and roof. If you don't understand why I think that's great, then you've never waxed a car.

Powerrunner · 05-20-2011, 08:33 PM

What I love:
1) the premium sound system.
2) the styling (looks), a very sporty looking SUV.
3) the peppy ness for an SUV.
4) agree to the birds eye view
5) the feel and looks of the sports seat and steering wheel.
6) the xDrive, can't stop playing with it.
7) and of course the feel and handling quality.

Shaw · 05-20-2011, 09:15 PM

You're giving positive energy guys!!!!
That's awsome....

Want the thrill · 05-20-2011, 09:24 PM

Love the sound of the turbo and every time I start the X.

Also love the angel eyes....they are just plain cool and are so bright!

Love the top view as well on the rear view camera.

Love the downlights on the door handles at night.

Love, love, love driving in Sport mode!! Feels like a different vehicle!

The sport seats rock!

I think I'll love BMW apps, but I haven't got to use it yet!

Last but not least, love driving it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

paul386 · 05-20-2011, 09:25 PM

I really like:

1. The exterior styling and sportiness of the vehicle.
2. The very modern instrument panel
3. Top View (never thought this would be as useful as it is)
4. LED Halo's
5. "DVR" for the XM Radio
6. Very High Res display for iDrive / NAV
7. Chestnut color!

EVERYTHING!

Nahoa · 05-20-2011, 11:21 PM

I really dig the contrast stitching. Huge impact from a small thing.

Feel of the steering wheel. Nice leather. Just the right amount of softness. Good diameter.

Power/torque. Still makes me giggle that an SUV will get up and go like this thing does!

The smooth transition of the dash and Nav from daylight to night modes even in dense trees and tunnels.

The wipers. Smooth, large, clean wipes. The rear wiper. Simple. Works great.

Plus all the stuff y'all noted above!

Want the thrill · 05-21-2011, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Nahoa

I really dig the contrast stitching. Huge impact from a small thing.

Feel of the steering wheel. Nice leather. Just the right amount of softness. Good diameter.

Power/torque. Still makes me giggle that an SUV will get up and go like this thing does!

The smooth transition of the dash and Nav from daylight to night modes even in dense trees and tunnels.

The wipers. Smooth, large, clean wipes. The rear wiper. Simple. Works great.

Plus all the stuff y'all noted above!

I have to agree with you on the wipers! They do a great job and are quiet!!

sfax · 05-21-2011, 02:31 AM

Nice thread. Similar to this one cool things but with more

!!

Agree with all LZ's original comments except the top down view and that's only because I didn't order it, I want it, and now I'm bitter and jealous!

All of the lighting from the Angel Eyes reflecting off the car in front of you to the interior lights to the coming home down lights on the door handles are

DJ Daddy-O · 05-21-2011, 03:18 AM

Plus MF 1 on the lighting in general. Xenons, angel eyes, door lights and ambience lighting combine to give a real premium feel to the car.

Love the sports seats. So comfy and do a great job. Love having leather again.

Love third gear (manual gearbox with 20d engine). Put your foot down and she flies.

Love the weighting of the steering. You can feel the xdrive working and I like that.

Love the whole technology levels packed into the car. I-drive, BMW online, send to car and iPhone app. Never fails to impress anyone.

Love it love it love it. Definitely made the right choice. In fact might go right now and wash her (again) and treat her to a waxing ;-)

mole7374 · 05-21-2011, 05:37 AM

I'll do my best Terry Benedict from Ocean's 11...

"I like that you like".....

I'm going to like a lot more when I take delivery next week!!!

LEDZEP · 05-21-2011, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nahoa

I really dig the contrast stitching. Huge impact from a small thing.

Good one! I agree, such a small element and it really makes a big difference.

tuco44 · 05-21-2011, 10:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mole7374

I'm going to like a lot more when I take delivery next week!!!

Ditto that, I get mine next Wed, May 25. It's at the dealers now.

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Powerrunner Second Lieutenant 3 Rep 275 Posts Drives: BMW X3 35i 2011 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naperville iTrader: (0)	What I love: 1) the premium sound system. 2) the styling (looks), a very sporty looking SUV. 3) the peppy ness for an SUV. 4) agree to the birds eye view 5) the feel and looks of the sports seat and steering wheel. 6) the xDrive, can't stop playing with it. 7) and of course the feel and handling quality.
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Want the thrill Lieutenant Colonel 330 Rep 1,560 Posts Drives: 2022 X4M40i, retired ‘11 X3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MI iTrader: (2) Garage List 2022 X4M40i [10.00]	Love the sound of the turbo and every time I start the X. Also love the angel eyes....they are just plain cool and are so bright! Love the top view as well on the rear view camera. Love the downlights on the door handles at night. Love, love, love driving in Sport mode!! Feels like a different vehicle! The sport seats rock! I think I'll love BMW apps, but I haven't got to use it yet! Last but not least, love driving it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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paul386 Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 274 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 35i Jet Black Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	I really like: 1. The exterior styling and sportiness of the vehicle. 2. The very modern instrument panel 3. Top View (never thought this would be as useful as it is) 4. LED Halo's 5. "DVR" for the XM Radio 6. Very High Res display for iDrive / NAV 7. Chestnut color! EVERYTHING!
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Nahoa Lieutenant Colonel 45 Rep 1,876 Posts Drives: F25 35i Mineral Silver/Black Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	I really dig the contrast stitching. Huge impact from a small thing. Feel of the steering wheel. Nice leather. Just the right amount of softness. Good diameter. Power/torque. Still makes me giggle that an SUV will get up and go like this thing does! The smooth transition of the dash and Nav from daylight to night modes even in dense trees and tunnels. The wipers. Smooth, large, clean wipes. The rear wiper. Simple. Works great. Plus all the stuff y'all noted above! __________________
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sfax Brigadier General 91 Rep 3,855 Posts Drives: BMW X3 2011 F25 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Nice thread. Similar to this one cool things but with more !! Agree with all LZ's original comments except the top down view and that's only because I didn't order it, I want it, and now I'm bitter and jealous! All of the lighting from the Angel Eyes reflecting off the car in front of you to the interior lights to the coming home down lights on the door handles are __________________ F25 xDrive20d SE __ professional multimedia package \| dynamic package \| climate package \| 309s \| xline \| xenons \| electric seats \| folding mirrors \| business speakers
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DJ Daddy-O Private First Class 8 Rep 160 Posts Drives: BMX X3 F25 2011 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Yorkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Plus MF 1 on the lighting in general. Xenons, angel eyes, door lights and ambience lighting combine to give a real premium feel to the car. Love the sports seats. So comfy and do a great job. Love having leather again. Love third gear (manual gearbox with 20d engine). Put your foot down and she flies. Love the weighting of the steering. You can feel the xdrive working and I like that. Love the whole technology levels packed into the car. I-drive, BMW online, send to car and iPhone app. Never fails to impress anyone. Love it love it love it. Definitely made the right choice. In fact might go right now and wash her (again) and treat her to a waxing ;-)
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mole7374 Private First Class 10 Rep 195 Posts Drives: '11 X3 35i Join Date: May 2011 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (0)	I'll do my best Terry Benedict from Ocean's 11... "I like that you like"..... I'm going to like a lot more when I take delivery next week!!!
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