2015 original software

shortseller · 04-12-2018, 04:21 PM

I still have my original 2015 software in my 2015 F80, as it came from BMW. I am wondering how many still have their original software, 1st generation, and have you ever considered updating to the most current offering available? If so,why, and did you like the upgrade?

I think most 2015 owners agree the original sw was somewhat of a handful in regards to ease of control. But I quickly found that if I used the gas peddle with control and finessed the car gave an enjoyable and exhilarating experience, mild to wild to mild again...what ever your mood desired.

So, any original sw cars still out there? As BMW service loves to do updates when they have you in for service, I’m guessing not. I’m only posting this inquiry because I test drove a 2018 noncomp F80(as mine is) recently and compared to my 2015 came away feeling the car was less dynamic or even thrilling.

Lee808 · 04-12-2018, 04:30 PM

I have original software. Would have paid to update but dealer played as if they had no idea what I was talking about. I think they were thinking I wanted a free update. Decided I'll stay where I am and wait for the G80

dkhm3 · 04-12-2018, 04:36 PM

Same here original software. It has more torque down low vs the new software and I have no problem with traction with 295 rears

I drove a comp pack m3 at a bmw event and I agree with you, it seemed less power down low. I am avoiding any updates as I love my car as it is. If you look at c and d times of comp pack vs civic m3 the times r either identical or slower yet the comp has slightly more hp

shortseller · 04-12-2018, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by dkhm3

Same here original software. It has more torque down low vs the new software and I have no problem with traction with 295 rears

I drove a comp pack m3 at a bmw event and I agree with you, it seemed less power down low. I am avoiding any updates as I love my car as it is. If you look at c and d times of comp pack vs civic m3 the times r either identical or slower yet the comp has slightly more hp

That’s interesting information, thank you for confirming what the seat of my pants felt. I’m do for rears this season, looking forward to upgrading to the 295s.

shortseller · 04-12-2018, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee808

I have original software. Would have paid to update but dealer played as if they had no idea what I was talking about. I think they were thinking I wanted a free update. Decided I'll stay where I am and wait for the G80

Look forward to driving the new G80 as well. With the new Alfa coupe coming in 2019, the G80 better be pretty damn good too!

shortseller · 04-12-2018, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dkhm3

Same here original software. It has more torque down low vs the new software and I have no problem with traction with 295 rears

I drove a comp pack m3 at a bmw event and I agree with you, it seemed less power down low. I am avoiding any updates as I love my car as it is. If you look at c and d times of comp pack vs civic m3 the times r either identical or slower yet the comp has slightly more hp

Did you use spacers? What did you do up front, 265 or 255?

dkhm3 · 04-12-2018, 06:18 PM

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Did you use spacers? What did you do up front, 265 or 255?

No spacers, stock 19" rims work with 295 rears and 265 fronts, got some great advice from the tire section of this forum.

Use last gen M5, 295/35/ZR19
and AMG GT S fronts 265/35/ZR19 (or you can use oem 255 which is what I have on, and it is fine with the 295 rears.)

No rubbing, had them on for almost a year now, no going back, all pluses no downs.

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Sinnakle · 04-12-2018, 06:24 PM

Only cared about updating in hopes it would fix the herky jerky 3-2-1 downshifting on the DCT. GTS DCT flash fixed that so now I don't really care about it.

gatorfast · 04-12-2018, 07:18 PM

Original 2015 software on mine and no desire to change.

BMWM4_SA · 04-14-2018, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by gatorfast

Original 2015 software on mine and no desire to change.

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Originally Posted by gatorfast

Original 2015 software on mine and no desire to change.

same here feel the car has more low down power

SuperTee · 04-14-2018, 08:06 AM

I made all the updates on my 2015 and we measured 430 whp (calculated 477hp) today.. all stock.

BzsBimmer · 04-14-2018, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperTee

I made all the updates on my 2015 and we measured 430 whp (calculated 477hp) today.. all stock.

Without baseline, sort of meaningless

SuperTee · 04-14-2018, 12:10 PM

true

but the curve is awesome. Even it were 10ps more with 2015 software, I'd take the updates.

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shortseller Brigadier General 1003 Rep 3,396 Posts Drives: ‘18 ABM F80ZCP/dct Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NOVA iTrader: (0)	2015 original software I still have my original 2015 software in my 2015 F80, as it came from BMW. I am wondering how many still have their original software, 1st generation, and have you ever considered updating to the most current offering available? If so,why, and did you like the upgrade? I think most 2015 owners agree the original sw was somewhat of a handful in regards to ease of control. But I quickly found that if I used the gas peddle with control and finessed the car gave an enjoyable and exhilarating experience, mild to wild to mild again...what ever your mood desired. So, any original sw cars still out there? As BMW service loves to do updates when they have you in for service, I’m guessing not. I’m only posting this inquiry because I test drove a 2018 noncomp F80(as mine is) recently and compared to my 2015 came away feeling the car was less dynamic or even thrilling. __________________
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dkhm3 Brigadier General 1882 Rep 3,341 Posts Drives: 991.2 GT3 2020 X3MC Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	Same here original software. It has more torque down low vs the new software and I have no problem with traction with 295 rears I drove a comp pack m3 at a bmw event and I agree with you, it seemed less power down low. I am avoiding any updates as I love my car as it is. If you look at c and d times of comp pack vs civic m3 the times r either identical or slower yet the comp has slightly more hp __________________ Currently: 2018 GT3 2020 X3MC Previously: 1999 M3 2002 M3 2005 S4 2008 C63 2015 M3 2016 X5M 2019 911S
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Sinnakle Private First Class 70 Rep 154 Posts Drives: '16 SO M4 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Maryland/Delaware iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M4 [0.00]	Only cared about updating in hopes it would fix the herky jerky 3-2-1 downshifting on the DCT. GTS DCT flash fixed that so now I don't really care about it.
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SuperTee Blubb. 8 Rep 53 Posts Drives: X6M (F86) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Switzerland iTrader: (0)	I made all the updates on my 2015 and we measured 430 whp (calculated 477hp) today.. all stock.
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SuperTee Blubb. 8 Rep 53 Posts Drives: X6M (F86) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Switzerland iTrader: (0)	true but the curve is awesome. Even it were 10ps more with 2015 software, I'd take the updates.
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