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Has the 30i been dropped from the lineup?

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Has the 30i been dropped from the lineup?

Post by Zed Baron » Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:04 am

Hi, was on the BMW configurator and I couldn't see the 30i, has it been dropped?
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Post by javis20 » Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:44 am

No, but it's a 4 cylinder 2 liter now.

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Post by Argyll Andy » Mon Feb 26, 2024 8:16 am

Yes it has, M40i or 20i now only choices

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    Post by Zed Baron » Mon Feb 26, 2024 8:47 am

    Argyll Andy wrote: Mon Feb 26, 2024 8:16 am Yes it has, M40i or 20i now only choices
    Thanks Andy, seeing as you are a wee bit further north than me, do you get any problems with condensation inside the roof and having had both the G29 and the E89... anything to watch out for? :thumbsup:
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    Post by Scubaregs » Mon Feb 26, 2024 9:16 am

    Been dropped for a while now.
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    Post by javis20 » Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:11 pm

    Well here in the states they call it a Z4 sDrive30i

    https://www.bmwusa.com/build-your-own.h ... 4/roadster

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    Post by Zed Baron » Mon Feb 26, 2024 2:04 pm

    javis20 wrote: Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:11 pm Well here in the states they call it a Z4 sDrive30i

    https://www.bmwusa.com/build-your-own.h ... 4/roadster
    Looks like the 20i is not available in the USA
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    Post by Glaikit » Mon Feb 26, 2024 2:35 pm

    20i and 30i are both 4 cylinders offering different amounts of power (this is probably obvious to most!). The US has only ever had the more powerful 30i AFAIK whereas we used to have both versions. Suspect the 30i never sold that well in the UK market and so BMW UK have removed from lineup.

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    Post by Argyll Andy » Mon Feb 26, 2024 10:28 pm

    Zed Baron wrote: Mon Feb 26, 2024 8:47 am
    Argyll Andy wrote: Mon Feb 26, 2024 8:16 am Yes it has, M40i or 20i now only choices
    Thanks Andy, seeing as you are a wee bit further north than me, do you get any problems with condensation inside the roof and having had both the G29 and the E89... anything to watch out for? :thumbsup:
    I’ve never had any problems with condensation, windows steaming up etc. I would say the E89 was slightly worse for that. Windows clear very quickly in G29. Mine has been sitting for about for 5/6 weeks in some very cold, damp weather without me even being in it. Was in it yesterday looking for something no moisture, windows completely clear etc. :thumbsup:

    I can honestly say there’s been almost no issues with the G29. Had a small problem with a power cable at the alternator, fixed under warranty the only other thing really so far is a parking sensor decided to s**t the bed. Main issue with that was it took lots of other things out with it but under warranty and fixed easily. Stones in the brakes a few times and with a heavy right foot tyres are a regular consumable.

    I love mine, inside the cabin is a wonderful place to be. Spacious, comfy just all round nice, much prefer it to the E89. Boot space is also a huge bonus for us.

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      Post by Mr Tidy » Mon Feb 26, 2024 10:59 pm

      If you want buy can't find a 30i I suppose you just buy a 20i that is out of warranty and then do this! viewtopic.php?t=145941

      I'm guessing it got dropped because it wasn't a big seller here.
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      Post by Zed Baron » Tue Feb 27, 2024 2:05 am

      Argyll Andy wrote: Mon Feb 26, 2024 10:28 pm I love mine, inside the cabin is a wonderful place to be. Spacious, comfy just all round nice, much prefer it to the E89. Boot space is also a huge bonus for us.
      Thanks Andy :thumbsup:
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      Post by Nanu » Thu Mar 07, 2024 8:48 pm

      BMW obviously want to keep the 30i as an exclusive club. Discerning customers only, not that I am bias in any way you understand 8)
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      Post by BigDave » Fri Mar 08, 2024 11:39 am

      "heavy right foot tyres are a regular consumable.".

      Andy how are you finding the wear rates on the Continentals.??

      Just looking at replacing my FF Michelins as i want a better gripping / riding car.... :driving: :driving: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

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      Post by Argyll Andy » Sat Mar 09, 2024 12:48 am

      BigDave wrote: Fri Mar 08, 2024 11:39 am "heavy right foot tyres are a regular consumable.".

      Andy how are you finding the wear rates on the Continentals.??

      Just looking at replacing my FF Michelins as i want a better gripping / riding car.... :driving: :driving: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
      There off already Dave and their replacements are already below 3mm great tyre, s**t wear rate :oops:

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        Post by PSQ777 » Sat Mar 09, 2024 2:04 am

        Argyll Andy wrote: Sat Mar 09, 2024 12:48 am
        BigDave wrote: Fri Mar 08, 2024 11:39 am "heavy right foot tyres are a regular consumable.".

        Andy how are you finding the wear rates on the Continentals.??

        Just looking at replacing my FF Michelins as i want a better gripping / riding car.... :driving: :driving: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
        r quickly
        There off already Dave and their replacements are already below 3mm great tyre, s**t wear rate :oops:
        I was thinking of getting SC7s too. I had heard they wear quickly. How many miles did you get from them ?

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