First time bimmer buyer
steven c.
09-06-2010, 09:52 AM
Hello out there to all you bimmer moterheads!
My name is steve and I'm thinking about buying my first bmw, an 07 or 08 328i coupe. I would like to ask a few questions to all the brilliant minds who know more about BMWs than I do. First one's a softball, Does this model have a timing belt or a timing chain?
2) While researching this model I noticed that the front tires have a different size than the rear tires. Why is this? Will I have to buy different sizes in the future?
3) I'm aware of the controversy surrounding run-flat tires. When I have to buy new tires will I need to replace run-flats or can I buy regular performance ones?
4) With the coupe having a longer door I anticipate problems getting in and out of tight parking spaces especially when I have to park between two other vehicles. I can get used to dropping people off before I park but I will still have the problem of exiting myself. Any ideas on how to minimize this potential annoying problem?
My name is steve and I'm thinking about buying my first bmw, an 07 or 08 328i coupe. I would like to ask a few questions to all the brilliant minds who know more about BMWs than I do. First one's a softball, Does this model have a timing belt or a timing chain?
2) While researching this model I noticed that the front tires have a different size than the rear tires. Why is this? Will I have to buy different sizes in the future?
3) I'm aware of the controversy surrounding run-flat tires. When I have to buy new tires will I need to replace run-flats or can I buy regular performance ones?
4) With the coupe having a longer door I anticipate problems getting in and out of tight parking spaces especially when I have to park between two other vehicles. I can get used to dropping people off before I park but I will still have the problem of exiting myself. Any ideas on how to minimize this potential annoying problem?
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