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      09-27-2014, 12:48 PM   #67
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No. I was only speaking to your comparison of one car to another in a manner that suggested that the 2 series should be as performance oriented as the STi. I think you missed the point. The 2 series should not really be compared to a car that is directly aimed at performance.

The 2 series is well balanced. I could easily argue that adding a wider tire would not significantly improve performance, but what it would do is a) increase costs slightly - although I really don't think BMW's bean counters were the one that made the call on the tire widths, and b) increase ownership costs - more rubber means you have to pay more when you replace them.

How often are you exceeding the limits of the car in its current form?
You don't need to exceed the grip limits of a tire to benefit from a wider tire. Turn-in would be much nicer with wider front tires. As is, the default front tire width makes turn-in feel somewhat floaty and nervous.

My Focus ST has 235mm tires on 8in wheels (front and back). The front end feels SOOOO much more composed compared to my M235i.
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Is the check from BMW NA or the dealer?
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      10-07-2014, 05:52 PM   #69
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I just bought my M235i off the lot last week. I'm looking at the window sticker right now and it shows harman/kardon premium sound....$875.

I'm not sure of the build date, but the VIN of my car has the last five digits of 98804. So if I wanted to pursue the refund, should I call BMW NA or go back to my salesman?
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Is the check from BMW NA or the dealer?
Not sure. Haven't received one yet, though based on previous comments I doubt I ever will.
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I just bought my M235i off the lot last week. I'm looking at the window sticker right now and it shows harman/kardon premium sound....$875.

I'm not sure of the build date, but the VIN of my car has the last five digits of 98804. So if I wanted to pursue the refund, should I call BMW NA or go back to my salesman?
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