New M3 Owner - 2017 ZCP 6-speed

JW4488 · 05-01-2018, 12:16 PM

Just wanted to share my new (to me) M3 with the group. It is a 2017 MW/SO with ZCP, Exec, Lighting and the 6-speed. It arrived this past weekend and I have enjoyed every minute of it so far. I had an E36 20 years ago, a car which i often referred to as the best car i have owned, but this one is amazing.

I know people have complained about the sound, and it certainly doesn't sound as good as a C63 or a GT350, but i love the sound! The power is invigorating and I am pleased with the amount of room and the overall usability of the car. I am coming from an S-class, so this car needs to serve part-time as a family sedan, and it works great for that too.

I've lurked on this site for years, so it is exciting to finally - officially- join the club. Thanks for all the useful information.

Next up, hardwired radar detector, coding for Euro-MDM and LED lights, and spacers all to be done by EAS in a couple weeks!

uniqueMR · 05-01-2018, 12:42 PM

Congrats. Great pick

Foggins · 05-01-2018, 01:01 PM

beautiful car, congrats!!

Tommy L Garage · 05-01-2018, 02:03 PM

Congrats Jim! lovely car...cool owner too!

IM2C · 05-01-2018, 02:11 PM

325iExecutive · 05-01-2018, 02:31 PM

Congratulations

CarbonFiberCo · 05-01-2018, 03:04 PM

Congrats! Looks awesome

gnessel · 05-01-2018, 03:45 PM

Congrats! She's a beaut!

Question... Why is it parked in 6th gear?

JW4488 · 05-01-2018, 05:08 PM

Ha! I don't think it is actually in 6th, probably 2nd. On the other hand, I've been having some fun with it, so it is possible I parked for this picture directly following a top speed run where I went clutch-in/full ABS straight into this spot without ever touching the gear lever... Unlikely, but possible.

325iExecutive · 05-01-2018, 05:31 PM

Congratulations

Matteo88 · 05-02-2018, 06:53 AM

love the MW/SO combo. congrats!

m3rxn · 05-02-2018, 11:37 PM

Congrats she's a beauty!

Jimmy Kask · 05-03-2018, 06:54 AM

Congratulations man! She’s a beaut’

Negtvions · 05-07-2018, 11:57 AM

Great looking car. Glad you went with the 6 speed. As long as we keep buying them they will keep making them (hopefully....)

elliott546 · 05-07-2018, 12:16 PM

Congrats! I just picked up a 2017 MW/SO Comp Pack M3 with 3k miles this past weekend. Such a fun car to drive!

cotmfk · 05-07-2018, 12:37 PM

Congrats on the car, enjoy it!

maniz · 05-07-2018, 11:54 PM

Congratulations and good choice with the 6MT.

If you like the exhaust sound, look into valve controllers. I really like mine.

JW4488 · 05-08-2018, 06:26 PM

Maniz, I was looking at valve controllers - specifically the BMS CAN Flap one - but I am on the fence. I usually drive in Sport, so I assume the valves are usually open already. is that incorrect? I'd like them open all the time except for during cold start.

maniz · 05-08-2018, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by JW4488

Maniz, I was looking at valve controllers - specifically the BMS CAN Flap one - but I am on the fence. I usually drive in Sport, so I assume the valves are usually open already. is that incorrect? I'd like them open all the time except for during cold start.

Yes, that's incorrect. Car opens and closes exhaust valves in Sport depending on various programmed parameters. If you tap the gas pedal before starting in Sport, you'll hear the valves open. They'll later close as you are driving around and certainly while cruising.

I don't recall the name of mine, but I think it is the only remote-operated controller available. I have the version (they offer two) that allows you to either keep them open all the time, or with the click of the remote, revert to default setting for the given throttle mode. I use the latter when leaving home early to catch a flight and start the car in Efficient mode. Once on the highway, I click them open again and revert to Sport mode.

Or if you don't care to control them, just unplug the valves from the harness while they are open...free option.

Sales@wheelsdc.com · 05-09-2018, 12:32 AM

Congrats!

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JW4488 New Member 8 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 ZCP 6-speed Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Southern Cal iTrader: (0)	New M3 Owner - 2017 ZCP 6-speed Just wanted to share my new (to me) M3 with the group. It is a 2017 MW/SO with ZCP, Exec, Lighting and the 6-speed. It arrived this past weekend and I have enjoyed every minute of it so far. I had an E36 20 years ago, a car which i often referred to as the best car i have owned, but this one is amazing. I know people have complained about the sound, and it certainly doesn't sound as good as a C63 or a GT350, but i love the sound! The power is invigorating and I am pleased with the amount of room and the overall usability of the car. I am coming from an S-class, so this car needs to serve part-time as a family sedan, and it works great for that too. I've lurked on this site for years, so it is exciting to finally - officially- join the club. Thanks for all the useful information. Next up, hardwired radar detector, coding for Euro-MDM and LED lights, and spacers all to be done by EAS in a couple weeks! Attached Images
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JW4488 New Member 8 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 ZCP 6-speed Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Southern Cal iTrader: (0)	Ha! I don't think it is actually in 6th, probably 2nd. On the other hand, I've been having some fun with it, so it is possible I parked for this picture directly following a top speed run where I went clutch-in/full ABS straight into this spot without ever touching the gear lever... Unlikely, but possible.
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JW4488 New Member 8 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 2017 M3 ZCP 6-speed Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Southern Cal iTrader: (0)	Maniz, I was looking at valve controllers - specifically the BMS CAN Flap one - but I am on the fence. I usually drive in Sport, so I assume the valves are usually open already. is that incorrect? I'd like them open all the time except for during cold start.
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