javyLSU

iTrader: (21)

^Hahaha, thanks for the heads up. I'm obviously not all there today. I need to stop posting until I get some more sleep...

Javier

Lextasy89

haha well no offense but I eat 335i's!

I keep a weapon handy for if its chipped.. they usually make a quick turn to get away so i consider that a win for me..

linh811

If the 335i had been out when I got my IS350, there would be no doubt I'd be in the bimmer. The IS350 is no slouch, but the mod potential of a twin turbo.......

javyLSU

iTrader: (21)

'Bump' for this new merged thread. Please read the first post in this thread before posting.

Javier

2SwiFt29

iTrader: (6)

soon to have a 335i Coupe in the family

Koz

The VDIM is a system that links all the nannies and allows them to play nice together. The defeat switch does indeed disable the traction control and the stability control. These are the two main limiting systems that hinder better drag launches and handling. The VDIM is still working with the remaining systems. As a matter of fact the IS250 RWD out handled the mighty 335. The big advantage is BMW FEELS better! What separates these vehicles, on the street, is the DRIVER.

Koz

FiveOhNine

+1. There is no doubt that BMW feels better. I sincerely hope that this is something Lexus can correct, perhaps on the 3IS with a sport or other special package.

javyLSU

iTrader: (21)

I think this comparision just ended. Now you can have your completely stock-looking 335i putting down 421 lb/ft of torque, all from a mere software upgrade that retains the factory new car warranty . I know one thing - my days of racing 335's have ended.

Javier

Lextasy89

^^^ wow im jealous.. just read all about that.. thats crazy it keeps it under warranty.. also i like that the top speed gov is removed

PhilipMSPT

iTrader: (5)

Holy mother of Satan! That's quite an upgrade for $2k!!!

T-Rex06

iTrader: (12)

I guess I ruined your day by sending you that link huh? Oh well.....


Terrance

ES3

Now if only they offered an extended warranty past the 4 year 50k. Like anything there is fine print:

"The engine block on the 335i may not be torsionally rigid enough to handle the torque load, causing premature crankshaft failures. Studies are currently in effect to find any weak point in the block and may include block modifications to make it more rigid for the future higher power applications."

RocketGuy3

iTrader: (1)

From what I've been hearing, chipping or modding the 335 in any way to get over about 400 peak hp causes things to start breaking pretty quickly.

... I'd rather get a Supra.

Gernby

iTrader: (1)

Those power estimates are probably at the crank, not the wheels.

javyLSU

iTrader: (21)

...and??? Those numbers are still mighty impressive, even if they are at the crank.

Javier