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Forum: Interior Parts 12-29-2022, 12:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 863
Posted By iroc86
Free: Hazard warning triangle brackets (trunk), NEW

Brackets to hold the hazard warning triangle in the trunk. P/N 51497375203, which is for MINI, but these will also fit BMW (the keying on the screw head is slightly different, but it will work if...
Forum: Interior Parts 12-29-2022, 12:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 868
Posted By iroc86
Free: Door handle pocket trim w/ ambient lighting, left and right, NEW

Interior door handle pocket trim inserts. For models with interior ambient lighting. Left and right. Easy installation. P/Ns 51417274489 and 51417274490. Fits F20/F21/F22/F23/F87. New and unused.
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Forum: Exterior Parts 12-29-2022, 11:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,074
Posted By iroc86
Items are no longer available.

Items are no longer available.
Forum: Interior Parts 12-29-2022, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,011
Posted By iroc86
Reduced from $50 to $25. Retail is $120+ on eBay...

Reduced from $50 to $25. Retail is $120+ on eBay from Europe.
Forum: Interior Parts 12-29-2022, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,503
Posted By iroc86
Reduced to FREE + buyer pays shipping. Just...

Reduced to FREE + buyer pays shipping. Just looking to liquidate.
Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-22-2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,931
Posted By iroc86
If you can provide some extra info, I can try to...

If you can provide some extra info, I can try to run your scenario through the cost model I made for the 230i that I have on order. The car type doesn't really matter, just the transaction details:
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Forum: Cosmetic Modifications (Exterior, Interior, Lighting) 12-21-2022, 10:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,528
Posted By iroc86
That's really too bad. Sometimes you can remove...

That's really too bad. Sometimes you can remove swirls by hand if they're not too deep, but if the area is large, it's much easier to machine-polish the panels. If you've never used a polisher...
Forum: Cosmetic Modifications (Exterior, Interior, Lighting) 12-19-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,528
Posted By iroc86
I agree that there are many good options. The car...

I agree that there are many good options. The car care industry has seemed to evolve in recent years towards a more premium/boutique lineup with products for just about any scenario.

I'm a systems...
Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-14-2022, 04:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,931
Posted By iroc86
I hear you--it's frustrating for sure. Really...

I hear you--it's frustrating for sure. Really messes up one's plans at the end of a lease when you think you know how things are supposed to work... because, you know, contracts and all. :thumbdown
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Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-14-2022, 11:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,931
Posted By iroc86
I agree. ~$2k isn't much of a premium to pay for...

I agree. ~$2k isn't much of a premium to pay for the assurances that a lease can give. I think where things turned south, for me at least, is related to the post I linked above.

I was planning to...
Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-13-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,931
Posted By iroc86
I used to be a huge fan of leasing--I honestly...

I used to be a huge fan of leasing--I honestly can't think of a more unpleasant thing than selling a car to a private party--but I think I've changed my opinion after running some detailed lease vs....
Forum: General BMW News and Cars Discussion 12-12-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 762,386
Posted By iroc86
I think you're right. Most examples I've found...

I think you're right. Most examples I've found (either at dealers' websites or on YouTube) of the base 230i do have the ZHP Dynamic Handling Package if they're 2022 models, but not 2023s. BMW has...
Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-10-2022, 07:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 42,647
Posted By iroc86
I need to take this back--the M Sport option is...

I need to take this back--the M Sport option is indeed unavailable to add directly, but the backdoor-add works. I have a confirmed build sheet with production number for a 230i showing ZMP with a...
Forum: General BMW News and Cars Discussion 12-10-2022, 07:06 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 762,386
Posted By iroc86
Another data point for all of you: I received my...

Another data point for all of you: I received my allocation for a 230i last week and the production date was set for the week of 12/26/22. MSRP with 2022 prices was confirmed. The dealer inputted my...
Forum: Interior Parts 12-09-2022, 11:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By iroc86
Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Interior Parts 12-09-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,011
Posted By iroc86
FS: M steering wheel trim for Sport wheel, new and unused

I bought this for my 2020 F22 and decided to trade the car in on a G42, so I don't need it anymore.

This is kind of an interesting part. It's an M-branded trim piece that fits the "Sport" steering...
Forum: Interior Parts 12-09-2022, 09:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,503
Posted By iroc86
Free: leather shift boot and handbrake boot, red stitching, new

I bought this for my 2020 F22 and decided to trade the car in on a G42, so I don't need it anymore.

Aftermarket leather shift boot and handbrake boot with red stitching. Purchased from this seller...
Forum: Interior Parts 12-09-2022, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By iroc86
Free: Euro headlight switch, just pay shipping

I bought this for my 2020 F22 and decided to trade the car in on a G42, so I don't need it anymore. Free, just pay for shipping.

Euro headlight switch (61319265305). This is actually for for the...
Forum: Exterior Parts 12-09-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,074
Posted By iroc86
Free: Mirror caps, new, just pay shipping

I bought these items for my 2020 F22 and decided to trade the car in on a G42, so I don't need them anymore. Not worth trying to send them back. All are free, just pay for shipping. New and unused.
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Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-09-2022, 09:01 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,379
Posted By iroc86
Yep, exactly. I forgot about that. Break-in for a...

Yep, exactly. I forgot about that. Break-in for a traditional flat tappet cam is kind of its own thing. That process was always to get the engine running "reasonably well" as soon as possible--even...
Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 12-08-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,379
Posted By iroc86
Most of this thread discusses limiting engine RPM...

Most of this thread discusses limiting engine RPM and high-load situations during the break-in period. I'm curious about fixed-load operation, particularly if one were to purchase a new car a few...
Forum: General BMW News and Cars Discussion 11-30-2022, 02:13 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 762,386
Posted By iroc86
Yep, that's been my plan. But then I have to sell...

Yep, that's been my plan. But then I have to sell it later... and I hate selling cars! :)
Forum: General BMW News and Cars Discussion 11-30-2022, 01:51 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 762,386
Posted By iroc86
I have an appointment to look at a new 2 Series...

I have an appointment to look at a new 2 Series this week. The lease on my '20 F22 is coming due in April and the dealer is "searching for well-maintained vehicles to expand [their] pre-owned...
Forum: G42 2-Series General Topics 11-29-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 42,647
Posted By iroc86
I asked my dealership about this and they said...

I asked my dealership about this and they said that the M Sport Package was discontinued for the 230i and 230xi. Not sure about the performance tires. You can "backdoor-add" the M Sport Package by...
Forum: BMW 2 Series Coupe and Cabriolet (F22/F23) General Forum 11-07-2022, 10:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,252
Posted By iroc86
Thanks for the replies! freakystyly, I think...

Thanks for the replies!

freakystyly, I think the "two stage brake light" is the CHMSL (center high-mounted stop light), aka the middle brake light in the rear window glass. I didn't test it, so I...
Forum: BMW 2 Series Coupe and Cabriolet (F22/F23) General Forum 11-05-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,252
Posted By iroc86
Brake Force Display triggering in ISTA

Is there a way to trigger the Brake Force Display function in ISTA on the F series? I have an F22 and the REM refers me to the FEM, but the FEM doesn't have any triggering options. I coded the BFD to...
Forum: DIY and Coding Discussions 10-21-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,061
Posted By iroc86
Understanding FSC code options (OEM vs. third-party, patching methods)

I'd like a little help understanding the various methods of FSC coding (e.g., CarPlay, navigation) for BMWs. I have some background here, but it's dated--manually programming in assembly language on...
Forum: BMW 2 Series Coupe and Cabriolet (F22/F23) General Forum 06-27-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,603
Posted By iroc86
Yep, that's right--same for my 2020. My wife...

Yep, that's right--same for my 2020.

My wife and I purchased two identical VW Alltracks a few years ago and she was bummed that her automatic cost another ~$1200 compared to my 6MT. :)
Forum: BMW 2 Series Coupe and Cabriolet (F22/F23) General Forum 06-27-2022, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,603
Posted By iroc86
Thanks for bringing this thread back to the top,...

Thanks for bringing this thread back to the top, bensanford. I've been continuing to evaluate my stance on buying out the lease, and I think I'm still in agreement with those that replied...
Forum: BMW 2 Series Coupe and Cabriolet (F22/F23) General Forum 04-13-2022, 05:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,603
Posted By iroc86
Thanks for the input. This is just the kind of...

Thanks for the input. This is just the kind of discussion I was hoping to have, from people who have either been here before or are in similar situations with their cars.

I agree that we're in an...
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