Recent content by MarkB01

Followup, based on the first post, I closed my windows. The roof then started working properly.

Just had this happen to me 10 minutes ago, exact same symptoms. If I figure this out, will make another post.

I really did like the virtual cockpit in the TT and especially this shot. It was taken in the middle of Canyonlands NP and I don't know how I was getting phone service for Google Maps to show.

LOL, you almost matched my history. I first started with a 2000 Z3 (instead of Z4), and after 18 years bought a 2015 A3 Convertible. I didn't like the Turbo lag in that so I traded it in for a 2016 Audi TT Roadster, and finally went back to BMW with a 2021 Z4 M40i.

I put the attached chart together to dispute Canada Z4 sales put out by goodcarbadcar.com (I think the carfigures.com numbers are right). But it also shows another interesting point. Supra's are doing much better in the US than they are in Europe (or Z4s are doing better in Europe, take your...

When I first got my M40i I turned it off, primarily because it annoyed me trying to put the car in the garage. In addition, I could get the same effect at a traffic light by engaging the parking brake. But at some time more recently I switched to leaving it on. Probably because I'm now more...

The only place I found with fitting puddle lights is Ali Express (https://www.aliexpress.com/snapshot/0.html?spm=a2g0s.9042647.6.2.28704c4dxvBw5B&orderId=8133139161094018&productId=1005002383036041). They are frickin cheap there although it took 3 weeks to get them. They work great.

My wife had speed camera on her X3. We tried it on a road trip in Colorado. I think it flagged once and even then we didn’t see anything. Didn’t seem to be worth it.

I'm a bit confused on this just being a software mod. The end button on the turn signal (which changes the main display) is split into two buttons if you have automatic high beams. The second button turns auto high beams on and off.

If interested, here are the changes I've made on my M40i with Bimmercode... RAM Active sound design - not active ECU Auto start stop function memory - active Hu Warning at startup - not active Hu Camera warning - not active ACSM Initial seat belt reminder - not active

Ian, which vGate did you purchase? I use the vGate vLinker BM+ (Amazon, $40 US) on my 2021 M40i with Bimmercode and it works perfectly. There is a cheaper vGate that does not work with G series BMWs, could that be what you purchased?

If the car is in the UK already, I'm surprised it will take so long to get (but then I don't know the British auto business). Note, that for those that have ordered spec cars, many are seeing delays due to the chip shortage. But I would not think that would hit a low spec car like you...

I will say my G29 probably has the biggest trunk I've ever had for a roadster (including much bigger than my Z3 or TT). My wife and I have been on several road trips, and have plenty of room for 2 carry-on roller bags, soft ice chest, cameras, drone, car junk, hiking shoes, etc. Spec is 281...

Yes to both. Sofware (Bimmercode) cost me about $32 and dongle $40 (vLinker BM+).

This goes to advance settings, but I purchased Bimmercode and a dongle to change a couple of settings... - I turned off Active Sound. - I set Auto Start/Stop to remember the last setting. (I also plan to turn off some of the warnings but haven't done it yet).