New BMW F30 3-series Spyshots, Including Production Interior - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

Jason · 11-17-2010, 02:38 PM

We previously posted spy photos of the F30's interior which was a dummy interior from the 1-series, but the F30 mules have now been fitted with production form interiors. Visible now is the steering wheel, entire driver console - including tach and speedometer, as well as parts of the center console and interior door. Exterior-wise, the same camouflage remains as in previous F30 sightings.

Compared to the E90 3-series, the F30 will feature a longer wheelbase, but shorter shorter overhangs, for a sporty squat look. It will also have wider and lower kidney grilles. Engine options will include a full range of turbo and naturally aspirated 6-cylinder motors, 4-cylinder motors, and possibly even a new 3-cylinder motor. The F30 335i will again be powered by a turbo 6 cylinder motor.

The F30 3-series sedan will make its world public debut at the 2012 Geneva Autoshow in March of 2012. The F32 coupe will be unveiled a year later in 2013.

Follow our complete F30/F32 coverage at: http://www.bimmerpost.com/?s=+f30

* And no, those are not the real tailights or in any way a representation of the real tailight shape or form!

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MassBimmer · 11-17-2010, 02:43 PM

Steering wheel looks identical to the new X3
I really hope all 3 series will have audio/nav screen like the X3 does, regardless of whether they have nav or not

Crazy Bimmer · 11-17-2010, 03:02 PM

I really hate that center storage space. Wish BMW wouldnt do that, makes it look cheap.

poggy · 11-17-2010, 03:04 PM

Hoorah, they've brought back the temperature guage and separate fuel guage

Jblack4083 · 11-17-2010, 03:06 PM

I have a strange feeling that front bumper might turn out ugly.

FrankiE90 · 11-17-2010, 03:09 PM

look at that toggle/spin wheel on the button cluster of the steering wheel!
scroll biatch!
awesome.

zimzimmerbimmer · 11-17-2010, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crazy Bimmer

I really hate that center storage space. Wish BMW wouldnt do that, makes it look cheap.

Don't forget this is just a mule - hopefully there will be something other than a void on the production model!

RyanDe680 · 11-17-2010, 03:15 PM

What's the button above the start button?

RON1X · 11-17-2010, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RyanDe680

What's the button above the start button?

probably parking brake off (there is a similar button like that on the newer MBs)

Looks very similar to the new x3, I am liking it

Crazy Bimmer · 11-17-2010, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zimzimmerbimmer

Don't forget this is just a mule - hopefully there will be something other than a void on the production model!

Hope so. I just lost faith after seeing how they put cup holders near that spot on the new X3. Not a fan.

bdardashti · 11-17-2010, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanDe680

What's the button above the start button?

Quote:

Originally Posted by RON1X

probably parking brake off (there is a similar button like that on the newer MBs)

Looks very similar to the new x3, I am liking it

No that'll be somewhere on the center console where the iDrive and shifter are. That button is to turn off auto start-stop.

zimzimmerbimmer · 11-17-2010, 03:27 PM

Actually, after a closer read of the blurb, I'm pretty sure the only production bit is the dials and gauges - that central console is clearly from the 1 Series parts bin and not for the F30 - look at those airvents - it definitely says mule to me. Still, the dials look nice - and perhaps BMW is leaving the trademark red/orange illumination behind - the digital readouts definitely look white-on-black to me.

timmahh · 11-17-2010, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanDe680

What's the button above the start button?

Quote:

Originally Posted by RON1X

probably parking brake off (there is a similar button like that on the newer MBs)

Looks very similar to the new x3, I am liking it

That should be the efficient dynamics on/off button; when the car is stopped the engine turns off, when you hit the gas pedal it fires back up.

BwoodBMW · 11-17-2010, 03:33 PM

They do a great job of not giving us anything to be excited about on the outside... haha.

timmahh · 11-17-2010, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zimzimmerbimmer

Actually, after a closer read of the blurb, I'm pretty sure the only production bit is the dials and gauges - that central console is clearly from the 1 Series parts bin and not for the F30 - look at those airvents - it definitely says mule to me. Still, the dials look nice - and perhaps BMW is leaving the trademark red/orange illumination behind - the digital readouts definitely look white-on-black to me.

I don't think they will ever depart from their orange interior lighting scheme; they did research [long ago..] on finding a good interior lighting color that is calming and doesn't create a visual distraction for the driver.

USC2000 · 11-17-2010, 03:37 PM

Didn't look like they will be going back to the center window controls. Bummer.

zenderm3 · 11-17-2010, 03:54 PM

Interesting... obviously moving towards the current 5/7er series dashboard. Not a big fan of the centre console... but agreed that it could still be in mule form because of the makeshift switches at the base... will find out soon enough I'm sure!

quality_sound · 11-17-2010, 03:59 PM

That interior look terrible. Absolutely terrible.

Bols · 11-17-2010, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poggy

Hoorah, they've brought back the temperature guage and separate fuel guage

+1!!

Don't like how the 2 center gauges look though... they are sticking out at the bottom in a cut form? :s really hope they glue that back together lol. More blackpanel tech style

Quote:

Originally Posted by zimzimmerbimmer

Actually, after a closer read of the blurb, I'm pretty sure the only production bit is the dials and gauges - that central console is clearly from the 1 Series parts bin and not for the F30 - look at those airvents - it definitely says mule to me. Still, the dials look nice - and perhaps BMW is leaving the trademark red/orange illumination behind - the digital readouts definitely look white-on-black to me.

True! But the current ones look white aswell under the correct lighting (i.e. still visible under direct sunlight). Don't think the orange is ever going away, atleast, I hope not

Born2Panic · 11-17-2010, 04:18 PM

I hope I am wrong and it looks much different in person, but the center console looks like somethign from a Honda Acoord or similar vehicle

Van_bimmer · 11-17-2010, 04:26 PM

I really hope that center bin is not the production style, and still the 1-series parts we're looking at, like what one member already suggested. The shape of the center stack is starting to look too much like a entry-level-japanese-car-interior like.

kinan_sleiman2006 · 11-17-2010, 04:28 PM

I like the new gearbox?will be offer to all 3 series sedan model including 316i?

11-17-2010, 02:38 PM	#1
Jason Administrator Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: IoT Posts: 13,929 iTrader: (0)	New BMW F30 3-series Spyshots, Including Production Interior We previously posted spy photos of the F30's interior which was a dummy interior from the 1-series, but the F30 mules have now been fitted with production form interiors. Visible now is the steering wheel, entire driver console - including tach and speedometer, as well as parts of the center console and interior door. Exterior-wise, the same camouflage remains as in previous F30 sightings. Compared to the E90 3-series, the F30 will feature a longer wheelbase, but shorter shorter overhangs, for a sporty squat look. It will also have wider and lower kidney grilles. Engine options will include a full range of turbo and naturally aspirated 6-cylinder motors, 4-cylinder motors, and possibly even a new 3-cylinder motor. The F30 335i will again be powered by a turbo 6 cylinder motor. The F30 3-series sedan will make its world public debut at the 2012 Geneva Autoshow in March of 2012. The F32 coupe will be unveiled a year later in 2013. Follow our complete F30/F32 coverage at: http://www.bimmerpost.com/?s=+f30 * And no, those are not the real tailights or in any way a representation of the real tailight shape or form! __________________ Check on the Latest BMW News Become a fan of Bimmerpost Facebook Follow us on Bimmerpost Twitter Subscribe to Bimmerpost Youtube Channel
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poggy Private First Class Drives: E90 318i SE Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: UK Posts: 120 iTrader: (1)	Hoorah, they've brought back the temperature guage and separate fuel guage

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Jblack4083 Captain Drives: E46 ///M3 JB/CB Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 669 iTrader: (0)	I have a strange feeling that front bumper might turn out ugly.

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zimzimmerbimmer New Member Drives: BMW 330d M SPORT SALOON Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: UK Posts: 5 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 BMW 330d M SPORT [0.00]	Actually, after a closer read of the blurb, I'm pretty sure the only production bit is the dials and gauges - that central console is clearly from the 1 Series parts bin and not for the F30 - look at those airvents - it definitely says mule to me. Still, the dials look nice - and perhaps BMW is leaving the trademark red/orange illumination behind - the digital readouts definitely look white-on-black to me.

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BwoodBMW Private First Class Drives: 3erThirtyFiver Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: LA LA land Posts: 129 iTrader: (0)	They do a great job of not giving us anything to be excited about on the outside... haha.

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11-17-2010, 03:54 PM	#17
zenderm3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: E36 M3 DY/2010 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Brisbane Posts: 1,955 iTrader: (0)	Interesting... obviously moving towards the current 5/7er series dashboard. Not a big fan of the centre console... but agreed that it could still be in mule form because of the makeshift switches at the base... will find out soon enough I'm sure! __________________ ________________ My ///M is in my garage .... and it is a beast! 2010 E92 M3 Space Grey \| Fully Loaded 1996 E36 M3 Dakar Yellow - No Longer With Me 2004 Honda Accord Euro - SOLD

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quality_sound 8 tracks of madness Drives: Slowly Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: At home Posts: 2,720 iTrader: (1)	That interior look terrible. Absolutely terrible.

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Born2Panic Private First Class Drives: 2010 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 106 iTrader: (0)	I hope I am wrong and it looks much different in person, but the center console looks like somethign from a Honda Acoord or similar vehicle

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Van_bimmer Private Drives: ex 2007 BMW 335i cabrio Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 73 iTrader: (0)	I really hope that center bin is not the production style, and still the 1-series parts we're looking at, like what one member already suggested. The shape of the center stack is starting to look too much like a entry-level-japanese-car-interior like.

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kinan_sleiman2006 Lieutenant Drives: BMW X3 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Syria-Tartous-Banias-po box299 Posts: 561 iTrader: (0)	I like the new gearbox?will be offer to all 3 series sedan model including 316i?

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