why i love bmw

hapoo · 09-30-2002, 10:48 AM

ripped from /.

"The October dead-tree issue of Popular Science is reporting that the new BMW M3 contains what they are calling the "first automotive easter egg" in its transmission control software. Apparently, the proper combination of commands to the electronically controlled manual transmission will cause the car to rev up to 4000rpm and drop the clutch (premitting burnout, which is normally impossible). According to the article, use of the feature more than 15 times voids the warranty in Eurpoe. Other limitations of the "acceleration-assist" feature are discussed in this Car and Driver article. According to popsci, U.S. laws won't allow the warranty limitation, so the U.S. version of the software only revs to 1500rpm, but dealers will install the european software if you ask. The only other mention I could find on the web is here."

nozza · 09-30-2002, 02:06 PM

That is cool! Now all I need is to be able to afford one of those. For all who do, here are the instructions:

1. Disable traction control
2. Select agressive shifting mode
3. Hold the shift lever forward for a few seconds.
4. Slam the pedal!

Mpowered · 09-30-2002, 04:32 PM

I've read this before, but I've never heard of it being available on U.S. spec M3. Also it's only available on the SMG M3, not the regular automatic trans.

spigidygak · 09-30-2002, 05:48 PM

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Originally posted by Mpowered
I've read this before, but I've never heard of it being available on U.S. spec M3. Also it's only available on the SMG M3, not the regular automatic trans.

Yeah BMW took it off of the chip with the us smg, err maybe north american version actually. But its just software so should be a cinch to put back in which according to that article the dealers are even doing it. . .hehe.

SonyGuy · 09-30-2002, 06:17 PM

Hey that's really cool. Never even heard of anything like it. I love bmw too

Burzhui · 10-01-2002, 10:28 AM

yep great machines, i saw the 850i yesterday v12 monster... i want one

hapoo · 10-01-2002, 11:39 AM

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Originally posted by Burzhui
yep great machines, i saw the 850i yesterday v12 monster... i want one

yeah, those suckers don't come down in price much. Well enough for me to get one anyway

Its too bad they stopped making the 8-series, it was one hell of a car.

Tommy Boomfiger · 10-01-2002, 03:17 PM

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Originally posted by hapoo

yeah, those suckers don't come down in price much. Well enough for me to get one anyway
Its too bad they stopped making the 8-series, it was one hell of a car.

i hear they are bringing them back, with the restructuring of thier model line and all. i guess they need to bring some competition to the CL. around here i see 8 series in the same price range as 5's. i havent really checked lately but resale around here is pretty bad on those cars.

Merlin · 10-01-2002, 05:04 PM

Why I hate BMW...

$350 for Inspection 1
$350 to replace my cam shaft sensor.

Ah I still love it. But every so often it bites me in the wallet.

ufcrusher · 10-01-2002, 05:50 PM

From what I remember, you want to stay away from the larger engine in the 8 series...I was told that it created all sorts of problems, but that the engine in the 840 was bullet proof.

I have also been told to stay away from the current M3 because of engine problems that are turning up in them now. Anyone else heard this?

Tommy Boomfiger · 10-01-2002, 05:57 PM

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Originally posted by Merlin
Why I hate BMW...

$350 for Inspection 1
$350 to replace my cam shaft sensor.

Ah I still love it. But every so often it bites me in the wallet.

ONLY 350 for and Inspection I??? 350 is beans to what i usually pay which is why im looking for good german tech who doesnt work at a dealer$hip.

Tommy Boomfiger · 10-01-2002, 05:59 PM

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Originally posted by ufcrusher
I have also been told to stay away from the current M3 because of engine problems that are turning up in them now. Anyone else heard this?

Mfailure

ufcrusher · 10-01-2002, 11:36 PM

So, there obviously is a known problem...but do they know if its only a certain year or just a general design problem with it. I really dont want to go out and buy a M3 and have it crap out on me...which would be just my luck.

09-30-2002, 10:48 AM	#1
hapoo Fleet Admiral Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: 742 Evergreen Terrace, Springfield USA Posts: 9,276	why i love bmw ripped from /. "The October dead-tree issue of Popular Science is reporting that the new BMW M3 contains what they are calling the "first automotive easter egg" in its transmission control software. Apparently, the proper combination of commands to the electronically controlled manual transmission will cause the car to rev up to 4000rpm and drop the clutch (premitting burnout, which is normally impossible). According to the article, use of the feature more than 15 times voids the warranty in Eurpoe. Other limitations of the "acceleration-assist" feature are discussed in this Car and Driver article. According to popsci, U.S. laws won't allow the warranty limitation, so the U.S. version of the software only revs to 1500rpm, but dealers will install the european software if you ask. The only other mention I could find on the web is here." __________________

09-30-2002, 04:32 PM	#3
Mpowered Lieutenant Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Chicago Posts: 324	I've read this before, but I've never heard of it being available on U.S. spec M3. Also it's only available on the SMG M3, not the regular automatic trans. __________________ "Leaders? What leaders? **** these so called leaders! I don't respect them. I respect those who take action without being a leader." -Tommy Boomfiger

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ufcrusher Admiral Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Boca Raton, FL: By way of: Poway, CA; Gainesville, Fl; Penn Valley, Pa. Posts: 5,680	From what I remember, you want to stay away from the larger engine in the 8 series...I was told that it created all sorts of problems, but that the engine in the 840 was bullet proof. I have also been told to stay away from the current M3 because of engine problems that are turning up in them now. Anyone else heard this? __________________ Welcome my son, welcome to the machine...Where have you been? It's alright we know where you've been....

09-30-2002, 02:06 PM	#2
nozza Plebe Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 3	That is cool! Now all I need is to be able to afford one of those. For all who do, here are the instructions: 1. Disable traction control 2. Select agressive shifting mode 3. Hold the shift lever forward for a few seconds. 4. Slam the pedal!

09-30-2002, 06:17 PM	#5
SonyGuy Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: NC Posts: 903	Hey that's really cool. Never even heard of anything like it. I love bmw too

10-01-2002, 11:36 PM	#13
ufcrusher Admiral Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Boca Raton, FL: By way of: Poway, CA; Gainesville, Fl; Penn Valley, Pa. Posts: 5,680	So, there obviously is a known problem...but do they know if its only a certain year or just a general design problem with it. I really dont want to go out and buy a M3 and have it crap out on me...which would be just my luck.

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