hi I am 64 never had BMW car I thought I would try one after having mini and I am glad I did . have a 118d 2009 its better than thought it would be .

Welcome to the club Brian. Glad your happy with your Beemer.

Welcome! I'm fresh to the BMW club too, having come from a 2007 MINI Cooper S to my new chariot, a 2003 330i M-Sport. They're impressive beasts. Just need to exercise some self-restraint with my right foot now!

Hi Brian and Sam, I to am a first time BMW owner. I went from a 2.0 turbo petrol tuned Vauxhall Astra to my 123D M Sport hatch. Its the best car I've ever owned and the best decision I've ever made. I still have power if I need it but I am currently getting 48.7mpg instead of the 24-32mpg in my Astra!

Welcome to the forum, I'm glad to see those of you who are new to BMW's are enjoying them! If you haven't already, get some pictures up on the gallery so everyone can see your cars. :)

Yeah, those 123d's are rapid. Since picking up my car from the garage last night, I've only averaged 18mpg... eek.

There are a few niggles that I've got with mine, but then it's an 11 year old car. The rear parking sensors don't work; the wheels feel well out of balance (it's in Kwik-Fit as I type); the oil warning light comes on for a moment after all other warning lights come on when I first turn the engine on, then it goes off; the rear boot lid struts make a groaning noise; and the spare wheel's missing... Still, it goes like stink, has an awesome stereo and is sooo easy to drive.

I'll get some pics uploaded once I've given it a proper polish. The garage I bought it from cleaned it, but obviously did a bit of a rushed job, or used less than premium products. I've got an Autoglym set just waiting to get involved!

Yeah the 123d is quick. Although on paper my astra was quicker. The BMW actually manages to put all that power on the road though. I ofter experienced torque steer and major under steering from my astra. RWD all the way

Yeah the 123d is quick. Although on paper my astra was quicker. The BMW actually manages to put all that power on the road though. I ofter experienced torque steer and major under steering from my astra. RWD all the way

Sorry some how posted the same message twice

Welcome one and all, I must have missed you some how. Can we have pictures of these joyous chariots please;-)

I've uploaded several :-)

I've uploaded several :-)

'Smart' thank you

Welcome to the forum. This is also my first BMW, had it for nearly 2 yrs now, wished i had done it yrs ago

Also a first time bmw owner

Many cars over the years

We picked a bmwx5

What a beast

It's like driving on a three piece sofa

:)

hi all im 77 and have just taken possession of a bmw 323se 1998 which was left to me in a will.its absolutely immaculate and I love it. its fast ,safe and as far as I am concerned the best car I have ever owned,will post pics shortly.john.