[johndoe1983]

Originally Posted by Westside Guy

Curious minds would like to know, I also would like to know how you hide the holes.

I just noticed that Amazon has a lot of rubber plugs. Will wait till spring to measure the diam of the hole and find 4 plugs.

My M440i is store for the winter time.

Lots of snow here in Canada. Can't wait to drive it on may the 1st.
Cheers


https://www.amazon.ca/ANCIRS-Rubber-...language=en_CA

[leehrat]

I THOUGHT I saw a video somewhere that when you move the front seat forward to let someone in the back and then move it back, the motor that auto-slides the seat back will "recognize" the knees of the person sitting in the back and stop moving back automatically so as to not crush the person.

I just tried it on my new '24 m440ix and it didn't stop. Just kept crushing his knees. Is that not a thing and I just dreamed I saw that feature?

[Llarry]

Originally Posted by Oncolosbmw

Wish it was a hardtop drop I would love it more..

I really like the older F33/F83 hardtop convertibles and thought about buying a used one. Since then, I'm getting disquieting vibes about the reliability of the top. No data -- just a feeling.

[MarkOK]

Originally Posted by Oncolosbmw

Wish it was a hardtop drop I would love it more..

I love the soft-top. Hardtop convertibles never made sense to me. And the quality and durability has thus far exceeded my highest expectations.

I drive mine with the top down nearly 90% of the time since I got this 10 months ago. Anytime it's not raining and between 40-100F! (at colder temps, I fine with the windows up and the seat warmer and heaters on, it's pretty comfortable and getting a little sun mid-winter is very nice.

Top has been up and down probably 400 times now, never the slightest of glitches, shakes, or problems.

[MarkOK]

Originally Posted by leehrat

I THOUGHT I saw a video somewhere that when you move the front seat forward to let someone in the back and then move it back, the motor that auto-slides the seat back will "recognize" the knees of the person sitting in the back and stop moving back automatically so as to not crush the person.

I just tried it on my new '24 m440ix and it didn't stop. Just kept crushing his knees. Is that not a thing and I just dreamed I saw that feature?

Yeah, it keeps going in my experience too. But you can save a different seat position (i.e. seat position 2) for when you have someone in back.

[jliuod]

Picked up a CPO 21' M440i convertible in white with black leather interior a few weeks ago. Long story short, I discovered after the purchase that the front bumper and other related items were replaced. No air bag involved. I found out from a repair bill in the glove compartment. Also, the lumbar support function in the driver seat doesn't work. So much for a CPO vehicle!

Anyway, East Bay BMW did the right thing and promised to realign the hood so the gaps are to BMW specs. Also they are going to fix the lumbar support function, and recondition all the wheels to BMW standard and will be ordering me an additional key fob(it only came with one key fob). Took two weeks and they gave ma a 530E as a loaner in the mean time. In addition, I asked for and got the platinium 6 year warranty on top of the additional year of warranty because the car was CPO. Which means my 21' M440i will be covered till 5/2027(inception date was 5/21). I am happy with the accommodation and I think it was more than fair for what I asked in return.

Got the car yesterday and they did a fantastic job realigning the hood. The wheels look perfect. Lumbar support is functioning again. Received the additional key fob programmed to my car.

All was great until I came out of Costco after shopping this morning. My front passenger tire was flat! Luckily I always carry an air compressor with me on all my cars. I inflated the tire to 42psi and by the time I got home(8 miles) the tire was flat again. At first I thought I had a nail, but then I remembered I ran over a pothole. Could not find any nail(s), but discovered there was a rip in the inside side wall. Obviously that is not repairable. My car has the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. No choice but to bite the bullet and purchase a tire through Tire Rack.

I guess in the grand scheme of things it could have been much worse like cracking the rim. At the end of the day it is just money and that is why I work!

This down time is giving me opportunity to do a few projects on the car. I took out the front grill and will be painting it gloss black. It was not difficult but took some time. I ended up separating the front grill into three parts, the frame, the upper and lower half of the grill. I painted them individually that way every space will be painted. Will post photos when done.

[Westside Guy]

Originally Posted by jliuod

Picked up a CPO 21' M440i convertible in white with black leather interior a few weeks ago. Long story short, I discovered after the purchase that the front bumper and other related items were replaced. No air bag involved. I found out from a repair bill in the glove compartment. Also, the lumbar support function in the driver seat doesn't work. So much for a CPO vehicle!

Anyway, East Bay BMW did the right thing and promised to realign the hood so the gaps are to BMW specs. Also they are going to fix the lumbar support function, and recondition all the wheels to BMW standard and will be ordering me an additional key fob(it only came with one key fob). Took two weeks and they gave ma a 530E as a loaner in the mean time. In addition, I asked for and got the platinium 6 year warranty on top of the additional year of warranty because the car was CPO. Which means my 21' M440i will be covered till 5/2027(inception date was 5/21). I am happy with the accommodation and I think it was more than fair for what I asked in return.

Got the car yesterday and they did a fantastic job realigning the hood. The wheels look perfect. Lumbar support is functioning again. Received the additional key fob programmed to my car.

All was great until I came out of Costco after shopping this morning. My front passenger tire was flat! Luckily I always carry an air compressor with me on all my cars. I inflated the tire to 42psi and by the time I got home(8 miles) the tire was flat again. At first I thought I had a nail, but then I remembered I ran over a pothole. Could not find any nail(s), but discovered there was a rip in the inside side wall. Obviously that is not repairable. My car has the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. No choice but to bite the bullet and purchase a tire through Tire Rack.

I guess in the grand scheme of things it could have been much worse like cracking the rim. At the end of the day it is just money and that is why I work!

The fact that they gave you a Platinum 6 year warranty indicates they knew it was an issue that you should have been informed about. Is a dealer legally required to disclose this type of damage when someone purchases a CPO?

Also make sure that the Pilot Sport 4S you order from Tire Rack is a Michelin BMW Star tire.

[jliuod]

Regardless, it is over and time to move on. I did get the replacement tire with the "star" rating. It was just dump luck as there were two at Tire Rack to choose from and I just happened to pick the right one. Once I am done with these MPS 4S, I am going to switch to the Continental DWS 06+.

Has anyone try to use tires that have a taller side wall profile than the "40 & 35" along with a square set up?

[jliuod]

I post this at the suspension section but receive no love. So I decided to post the question specific to the M440i section.

Anyone try to install an aftermarket front swaybar on the M440i? If so, does one have to drop the sub-frame? I know for sure on the M2/M3/M4 dropping the sub-frame is not necessary to install the front sway bar.

[sureshkrk]

I recently got my 2023 BMW M440i convertible, found the ride is soft even when I have it in sports mode. More Lexus and Benz feeling vs BMW sporty ride. Previous 335IS & Mini John cooper owner which were a blast to drive and more sportier.

Is this what you notice too? appreciate any comments.

[jliuod]

Originally Posted by sureshkrk

I recently got my 2023 BMW M440i convertible, found the ride is soft even when I have it in sports mode. More Lexus and Benz feeling vs BMW sporty ride. Previous 335IS & Mini John cooper owner which were a blast to drive and more sportier.

Is this what you notice too? appreciate any comments.

I guess it is all relative. I came from a 21' M2 competition. One of the main reasons I sold that car was the ride was way too stiff for my taste. I am sure it would have been perfect on the tract, but I don't track.

I have a 21' M440i convertible and the suspension to me is much tolerable. Yes, it is not as responsive as the M2 comp., but I certainly can live with it. Also the M440i is a heavy car, therefore the ride as you said is similar to Lexus and MB.

I was going to replace the front sway bar to an after market one. But the amount of work is something I am not willing to tackle. I believe one has to drop the sub-frame for the install.

[sureshkrk]

Originally Posted by jliuod

I guess it is all relative. I came from a 21' M2 competition. One of the main reasons I sold that car was the ride was way too stiff for my taste. I am sure it would have been perfect on the tract, but I don't track.

I have a 21' M440i convertible and the suspension to me is much tolerable. Yes, it is not as responsive as the M2 comp., but I certainly can live with it. Also the M440i is a heavy car, therefore the ride as you said is similar to Lexus and MB.

I was going to replace the front sway bar to an after market one. But the amount of work is something I am not willing to tackle. I believe one has to drop the sub-frame for the install.

Thanks Appreciate your response. I was worried if there is something wrong with my car.

[noaho]

Just picked up this M440i In Dravit Grey Metallic with Tacoma Red Interior.

It’s been hard finding this spec, but finally was able to Identify and make it happen!!

Let me know your thoughts.
TIA

[jlapicki]

Originally Posted by noaho

Just picked up this M440i In Dravit Grey Metallic with Tacoma Red Interior.

It’s been hard finding this spec, but finally was able to Identify and make it happen!!

Let me know your thoughts.
TIA

Beautiful but consider swapping out the grill....

[noaho]

which grill is that, Can you send the link? is that the one that’s going to be on the new face lift

[jlapicki]

Originally Posted by noaho

which grill is that, Can you send the link? is that the one that’s going to be on the new face lift

Aftermarket grill that I think I got from German Auto Parts....will check my files and post part number....easy installation...


https://german-car-accessories.com/collections/all

[tatsuaki1125]

Hi everyone. I finally got a delivery of LBB G23 convertible after waiting almost 8 moths. I struggled to choose between LBB and AB as a SRB alternative (SRB was not available as an individual color in Japan). I settled on LBB after I came across a LBB M2 that looked stunning.
The following photos are LBB G23 on the day of delivery and LBB G23 with my old SRB F36 for comparison. It’s hard to capture a hint of teal in both colors but obviously SRB has more green hue in it. Both colors shift from blue with a bit of teal to more greenish blue depending on ambient lighting, with LBB being on the darker side of spectrum.

[noaho]

selling my old new body 430i grill in excellent shape.
85$
OEM IS $200 and mine is OEM TOO!

[Colibri]

Picked up a 23 M440i Convertible w/ 13k miles a couple months ago. Brooklyn Grey and Tacora Red.

Been traveling a lot - intended to post some photos here sooner but still haven't had a chance to take any good ones.