F30 3 Series Sport, Modern, and Luxury Lines detailed and compared - Page 2 - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

PAMidge · 10-17-2011, 10:39 AM

These are probably more-so for On the Lot inventory. That would be my guess.

The original post gave the impression that you can really order whatever you want, but these are line-specific options.

The question becomes then, what does a standard 3 series not denoted within one of the "lines" look like regarding bumpers, accents, etc.

The shame is I love the contrast of the SPORT, but the interior looks cheap because of that red line going down it. Looks like we'll have more waiting to see.

badassfajita · 10-17-2011, 10:51 AM

Seems overcomplicated to me with a ridiculous amount of tackiness with the badges and door sill names (BMW Sport vs Luxury vs Modern).

My fav rims are the ones on the red 328i sedan in another thread, which is not shown here.

宝马.e90 · 10-17-2011, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by PAMidge

These are probably more-so for On the Lot inventory. That would be my guess.

The original post gave the impression that you can really order whatever you want, but these are line-specific options.

The question becomes then, what does a standard 3 series not denoted within one of the "lines" look like regarding bumpers, accents, etc.

The shame is I love the contrast of the SPORT, but the interior looks cheap because of that red line going down it. Looks like we'll have more waiting to see.

I'm curious about this as well. For example, the modern and sport lines have a different instrument cluster than the luxury line so if we were to build a standard car (no lines) which instrument cluster is the standard?

As for the side badges, yes they're tacky but why all the fuss? It's not like you're paying any extra to put them on. Just remove them like you do with the model badge at the back. (If you can't remove them, then yeah, that sucks and looks stupid!)

ibarry92 · 10-17-2011, 10:57 AM

I memorize the headlights of the cops so I know when they are coming from behind. I memorized the charger, crown Victoria and the that Chevy looking SUV.

jayparry · 10-17-2011, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ibarry92

I memorize the headlights of the cops so I know when they are coming from behind. I memorized the charger, crown Victoria and the that Chevy looking SUV.

Hm?

R12ax7 · 10-17-2011, 11:08 AM

Has it been confirmed that these "lines" will make their way to the US market? Seems like something we wouldnt see here. Also seems unnecessarily complicated.

GCSCCS · 10-17-2011, 11:18 AM

The good thing is it looks like you can order it with a black line instead!

J-boogey · 10-17-2011, 11:18 AM

i don't like the idea how they split up the series in sport, luxury, and modern. I find that really stupid and they also copied BENZ with their styling in C class line up. Theres no need for 3 lines in the 3 series. Thats why they have packages & options SMH

宝马.e90 · 10-17-2011, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by J-boogey

i don't like the idea how they split up the series in sport, luxury, and modern. I find that really stupid and they also copied BENZ with their styling in C class line up. Theres no need for 3 lines in the 3 series. Thats why they have packages & options SMH

For the most part, isn't that what it basically is? BMW just decided to cheese/douche it up a bit by calling them lines. If everything is as straightforward as I think it and everyone hope it is and it's BMW just complicating things, I see a standard 3-Series that has a Sport, Modern and Luxury "package".

WWONG · 10-17-2011, 12:03 PM

You know something's wrong at Munich when every leather on the Luxury line includes "exclusive stitching." Real exclusive there, BMW. Real exclusive.

KL2DC · 10-17-2011, 12:04 PM

My understanding is the Sport, Modern and Luxury lines (or packages, if you would) is the same approach as the atcama yellow package or the canyon brown package already on offer in the E89, but a little more comprehensive. By selecting those packages, you will get a pre-determined combo of trim/colors. ou can lay on the other options on top of that but certain option packages will not be compatible In the E89, there are also M-Sport combo packages.

Sedan_Clan · 10-17-2011, 12:26 PM

Combinations aplenty!

JetBlack5OC · 10-17-2011, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mkoesel

Maybe. But some features may be exclusive to the packages, and not available stand-alone, especially in some regions where packages are heavily favored (such as US and Canada), and stand alone options are few.

Another thing - the Sport+ mode for the DEC is found only on the Sport line. I doubt that it will be available ad-hoc.

I for one would like the M-sport exterior with the Modern interior. Not going to be possible.

I have a feeling the pricing of the different Lines and the frustration of order combinations is going to piss consumers off.

bmwpride335i · 10-17-2011, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by JetBlack5OC

I for one would like the M-sport exterior with the Modern interior. Not going to be possible.

I have a feeling the pricing of the different Lines and the frustration of order combinations is going to piss consumers off.

exactly how i felt about it. though different lines seems pretty and nice, actual ordering process could be a nightmare.

Remonster · 10-17-2011, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by PAMidge

These are probably more-so for On the Lot inventory. That would be my guess.

The original post gave the impression that you can really order whatever you want, but these are line-specific options.

The question becomes then, what does a standard 3 series not denoted within one of the "lines" look like regarding bumpers, accents, etc.

The shame is I love the contrast of the SPORT, but the interior looks cheap because of that red line going down it. Looks like we'll have more waiting to see.

If you were paying attention, you can replace the red line with a black one. That line was bugging me, too, but I'm really happy I can get black instead.

zivyn · 10-17-2011, 01:27 PM

Seems kind of contrived, especially the 'Modern' line, but maybe I just resist change. I'd rather have a bunch of packages and pick rather than more forced bundles.

hks786 · 10-17-2011, 01:33 PM

This is really pathetic. As I thought, the differences between these lines are cosmetic and exist purely for marketing purposes.

I kinda get why there is a luxury model because it has the chrome bits and some people like that BS. Kinda like the C-class sport model and the classic MB grille version. However, I think it's still tacky and why do we need a sport line if there is a M-sport? and wtf is "modern"?

I think overall its a crap idea and they should have kept it the way it was before. Let people spec their car how they want it. Give them more options if you want, like the different colours for the dash and steering wheels and M-sport package, but get rid of these stupid lines!

roho3323 · 10-17-2011, 01:41 PM

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What happened to BMW?

I agree... what the hell BMW? I am disappointed all the way around.

M-Power111 · 10-17-2011, 01:44 PM

ill take the sport line for sure, the interior is very sexy and it has the best rims by far. i like having choices myself and change clearly isnt always bad.

mkoesel · 10-17-2011, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 宝马.e90

If everything is as straightforward as I think it and everyone hope it is and it's BMW just complicating things, I see a standard 3-Series that has a Sport, Modern and Luxury "package".

Does anyone know how it works today with the F20? We know that with that car it is the same situation, except it is just Sport and Luxury, rather than three lines like the F30.

Can somone from a region where the F20 is sold chime in? What choices, as far as trims and interior colors, are available to you if you choose neither of the two lines?

And yes, I realize that won't necessarily predict the situation in the US market or any other market for the 3 series for that matter, but it is at least a start.

hks786 · 10-17-2011, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by mkoesel

Does anyone know how it works today with the F20? We know that with that car it is the same situation, except it is just Sport and Luxury, rather than three lines like the F30.

Can somone from a region where the F20 is sold chime in? What choices, as far as trims and interior colors, are available to you if you choose neither of the two lines?

And yes, I realize that won't necessarily predict the situation in the US market or any other market for the 3 series for that matter, but it is at least a start.

Ok well if you go for a 120d in the UK (standard, not sport or urban):

Exterior: AW, Crimson red, Jet black, Black sapphire, Deep sea blue, Glacier silver, Midnight blue and Mineral grey.

For interior only options are black leather or oyster. Cloth standard.

ibarry92 · 10-17-2011, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by jayparry

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibarry92

I memorize the headlights of the cops so I know when they are coming from behind. I memorized the charger, crown Victoria and the that Chevy looking SUV.

Hm?

My bad...posting on iPhone is messed up.

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hks786 Major General Drives: * Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: UK Posts: 5,311 iTrader: (0)	This is really pathetic. As I thought, the differences between these lines are cosmetic and exist purely for marketing purposes. I kinda get why there is a luxury model because it has the chrome bits and some people like that BS. Kinda like the C-class sport model and the classic MB grille version. However, I think it's still tacky and why do we need a sport line if there is a M-sport? and wtf is "modern"? I think overall its a crap idea and they should have kept it the way it was before. Let people spec their car how they want it. Give them more options if you want, like the different colours for the dash and steering wheels and M-sport package, but get rid of these stupid lines! __________________

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PAMidge Saving Lives Since 2000 Drives: 2011 335xi & 2013 X3 28i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Northeast Posts: 1,876 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 e90 335xi [3.57] 2013 X3 28i [0.00]	These are probably more-so for On the Lot inventory. That would be my guess. The original post gave the impression that you can really order whatever you want, but these are line-specific options. The question becomes then, what does a standard 3 series not denoted within one of the "lines" look like regarding bumpers, accents, etc. The shame is I love the contrast of the SPORT, but the interior looks cheap because of that red line going down it. Looks like we'll have more waiting to see.

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badassfajita Private First Class Drives: 2008 e92 335i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 193 iTrader: (0)	Seems overcomplicated to me with a ridiculous amount of tackiness with the badges and door sill names (BMW Sport vs Luxury vs Modern). My fav rims are the ones on the red 328i sedan in another thread, which is not shown here.

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ibarry92 Second Lieutenant Drives: 2010 BMW 328xi Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: North America Posts: 224 iTrader: (0)	I memorize the headlights of the cops so I know when they are coming from behind. I memorized the charger, crown Victoria and the that Chevy looking SUV.

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R12ax7 Captain Drives: 2011 328i M-sport 6MT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philly Posts: 682 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2011 328i [0.00]	Has it been confirmed that these "lines" will make their way to the US market? Seems like something we wouldnt see here. Also seems unnecessarily complicated.

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GCSCCS Enlisted Member Drives: 128i M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: St. Louis Posts: 32 iTrader: (0)	The good thing is it looks like you can order it with a black line instead!

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WWONG Banned Drives: 2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,834 iTrader: (14)	You know something's wrong at Munich when every leather on the Luxury line includes "exclusive stitching." Real exclusive there, BMW. Real exclusive.

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zivyn Second Lieutenant Drives: 2009 e90 335i 6MT Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Detroit Posts: 210 iTrader: (9)	Seems kind of contrived, especially the 'Modern' line, but maybe I just resist change. I'd rather have a bunch of packages and pick rather than more forced bundles.