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I got a "free" exterior detail (clay, polish, sealant) last week. This is how: when I bought the F30 it came with an Appearance Protection plan. I didn't want it, but it was already included in the price. Last month, I started a claim because the paint had water spots. The company agreed to pay for the exterior detail, now the water spots are gone.
I paid $500 for 2 plans: Appearance and Alloy Wheel Protection. I got the detail and 2 curb rash repairs in return.
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+1. I say most people will not open a claim and just waste the $500. The protection plan is good for 2 years.
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Big update: the suspension was refreshed at 87k miles. I went with Koni FSD (Frequency Selective Damping). These are the parts installed:
Shock Kit Koni FSD
31126855743 Thrust Rod Bush, F30
31336787114 Low Spring Pad, F30
31306868240 Strut Mnt Gskt, F30
33506866038 Shock Mnt Gskt
33536855439 Bump Stop, F30
31306880438 Strut Mount, F30
33506862725 Rear Shock Mount
31336857729 Bump Stop, Frt
31306863134 Strut Mount Bolt
31306792211 Sway Bar Link, Frt
31306791712 Up Spring Pad, F30
*** Koni FSD has been replaced with Koni SA (Special Active)
Mafia member GeorgeH completed the job. He didn't change the stock springs. Koni FSD specifically requires to keep the stock springs.
The car has the option "S2VFA Adaptive M suspension" also known as EDC (Electronic Damper Control). Koni FSD is a non-EDC set and it required coding to remove the EDC out of the car. George coordinated with Joe @ TopGearSolutions for remote coding. TopGear is a sponsor on the bimmerpost forums with good reviews. I was told next time I visit the dealer, they may update the software on my car and this would require coding to remove the EDC again.
So far I drove 300 miles and I'm very happy with the results. The clunking noises are gone. If I could use one word to describe how the car feels, it would be "luxury". The ride is not harsh at all. The car feels smooth on the road but it doesn't feel floaty. My wife drove the car afterwards and she didn't complain. I believe Koni FSD is one step above the factory setup. But I bought my car with 76k miles so I can't tell for sure.
George, I appreciate your time and efforts on this one. You did lots of research and troubleshooting. Thank you !
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Nice Fredo! Glad to hear that members are helping you.
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Nice! Family helping family.
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Thanks for the accolades Alfredo, that was a fun project and I'm sold on the outcome, I'll be putting FSDs on a car in the future for sure.
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Last month we drove the 335i to Rockport TX on 2 different occasions. It was around 800 miles total. The car runs like a champ.
So far this year, only an oil change was done back in February. Current miles are 91,500.
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:thumbsup
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