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Jan 22, 2019 12:43:28 GMT
Post by Martin on Jan 22, 2019 12:43:28 GMT
Agree on the opening rear window, I used that a lot on the 535d. It’s even better on the 5 because the load cover powers up the D pillar out of the way when the window opens.
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Jan 22, 2019 12:43:58 GMT
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Jan 22, 2019 12:44:01 GMT
Post by Martin on Jan 22, 2019 12:44:01 GMT
That’s correct. But when you get to the other end, you may need to take it all out and shut the boot. Ah..I see. Do you not have a manservant for that?😁 Had to let him go, bloody Brexit! |
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Jan 22, 2019 12:47:17 GMT
Post by Tim on Jan 22, 2019 12:47:17 GMT
Agree on the opening rear window, I used that a lot on the 535d. It’s even better on the 5 because the load cover powers up the D pillar out of the way when the window opens. That's more useful - on the Stilo and E46s the load cover just rolls up to the back of the rear seats (way out of my reach), at least on the F30 3 series it slides up the d-pillar, albeit manually. |
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Jan 22, 2019 12:47:42 GMT
Post by Boxer6 on Jan 22, 2019 12:47:42 GMT
I didn't bother with keyless entry or the foot-waving boot thing when optioning mine. I can't think of an occasion where I have actively regretted either decision. That you can remotely open and close the powered boot by pressing a button is however useful. The BMW gadget I think is brilliant which I cannot think why more car manufacturers don't emulate is the separately opening rear glass in the tailgate of their estates - it's an excellent feature. My brother-in-law used to have an X-Type estate which had one and he always said it was a godsend for a dog owner because it allowed him to access the boot with a reduced risk that his rather excitable Labrador would immediately leap out. Had it on my original Stilo and all the 3 series estates since then. Can't think I've used it more than a couple of times. It wasn't much good on the Stilo anyway because due to the extra height of the estate and the low boot floor you'd need to be over 6 feet to be able to reach into the boot and retrieve, say, a carrier bag without having to lean against the car. That's not helpful to a shortarse whose car is perpetually dirty! My CRV had it too, which was pretty useful having pups (as they were at the time). Herself still moans on at me for trading that in for the Spec B! |
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Jan 22, 2019 12:52:17 GMT
Post by johnc on Jan 22, 2019 12:52:17 GMT
Nice colour and the sunroof will be great. The view from my bedroom window. I'm on nights this week and, being of that age, just got up for a pee. Me massive bush is blocking half the car but at least I don't have to fart about obscuring the number plate!  |
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Jan 22, 2019 17:34:12 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Jan 22, 2019 17:34:12 GMT
Round my way all the Range Rovers and SQ8s and the like wear bright yellow steering locks. This is quite probably a very good idea, Simon, even with the key pouch (and don't forget to keep the spare in the pouch as well!) Glad you like it, it is a slightly left field choice but mightily quick and with a 5 pot motor, which is always good. I knew this was happening whilst Simon was still at the dealer but didn't want to spoil the moment on here. As for the winter wheels, I will have to check the offset. |
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Jan 22, 2019 17:44:15 GMT
Post by michael on Jan 22, 2019 17:44:15 GMT
Looks good! What's alls this keyless entry stuff I've got to be bothered about now?
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Jan 22, 2019 18:39:17 GMT
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Jan 22, 2019 19:05:10 GMT
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Post by michael on Jan 22, 2019 19:05:10 GMT
I do like the keyless entry but I’m happy to have it turned off if possible. I’ll have to look into it.
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Jan 22, 2019 19:56:19 GMT
Post by PG on Jan 22, 2019 19:56:19 GMT
I think the central locking can be recoded so that the button on the key has to be used to open the car, which I will have a google for. You've prompted me to check that for the XFR and it looks as easy thing to reprogramme. |
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Jan 22, 2019 20:02:04 GMT
Post by johnc on Jan 22, 2019 20:02:04 GMT
You just need to keep your key in a metal box in the house and the Faraday principle means the bar stewards can't read the key.
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Jan 22, 2019 20:07:59 GMT
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I have noticed if the key is in my pocket with my phone it doesn’t always work. I usually just leave the key in my pocket which is incredibly convenient but looks like I’ll have to get a key box or disengage the feature.
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Jan 22, 2019 20:19:29 GMT
Post by Martin on Jan 22, 2019 20:19:29 GMT
I bought a couple of Faraday pouches from Amazon, as they’re small enough to keep in your pocket with the key inside if you park up somewhere. I only use the one for the BMW when the keys are in the house.
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Jan 23, 2019 16:22:05 GMT
Post by Bob Sacamano v2.0 on Jan 23, 2019 16:22:05 GMT
I'm not a fan of Audi's Q range - they're a bit boring to look at - and I had no idea they do a RS Q3, but I actually quite like that. Visually, it's been tarted up to look more interesting and you can't knock the mechanical bits under that body. What you need to do now is lower the suspension so it rides the same height as a RS3.
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Jan 23, 2019 16:51:09 GMT
Post by Tim on Jan 23, 2019 16:51:09 GMT
Does the RS Q3 have a single exhaust or twin ovals?
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Jan 23, 2019 19:21:58 GMT
Post by racingteatray on Jan 23, 2019 19:21:58 GMT
Just discovered the very best bit about the car. Went and had a look at RS246 and they all hate it! Saying that, though, I expect they were spitting feathers when the first RS3 came out and ruined their supercar club's numbering system. Haha. How very satisfying!
Personally, if you must go down the small SUV route, I cannot offhand think of anything more appealing than one powered by effectively an RS3 engine. It's the best bit of any RS3 or RSTT after all!
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Jan 24, 2019 8:28:31 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Jan 24, 2019 8:28:31 GMT
Looks good! What's alls this keyless entry stuff I've got to be bothered about now? It's been a huge problem. Plenty of high performance Audi, Mercedes and BMWs stolen with the relay method but also a lot of LR and RR models. High value stuff that's either good to use in other offences for a fast getaway or to be broken for parts. A lot of keyless Fords have been taken as well, although that method has been different - smash window and plug a device into the OBD port that tells the ECU that the key is present. You can get key pouches cheaply online but an old-school steering wheel lock is a great visual and practical deterrent. It really is crazy that car theft is so easy again after years of efforts to reduce it. |
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Jan 24, 2019 8:45:39 GMT
Post by Martin on Jan 24, 2019 8:45:39 GMT
Looks good! What's alls this keyless entry stuff I've got to be bothered about now? It's been a huge problem. Plenty of high performance Audi, Mercedes and BMWs stolen with the relay method but also a lot of LR and RR models. High value stuff that's either good to use in other offences for a fast getaway or to be broken for parts. A lot of keyless Fords have been taken as well, although that method has been different - smash window and plug a device into the OBD port that tells the ECU that the key is present. You can get key pouches cheaply online but an old-school steering wheel lock is a great visual and practical deterrent. It really is crazy that car theft is so easy again after years of efforts to reduce it. Isn’t there a greater risk of getting your house broken into, whether you’re home or not? I didn’t have any issue over 3.5yrs with the 535d, but decided to take a small precaution this time around, mainly for the Golf, but I do have pouches for both cars. I wouldn’t go any further than that. The only time I’ve had a steering lock was for the Sprite because you could start it with a small screwdriver! Aren’t Steering wheel locks quite easy to overcome? Get the visual deterrent angle though. |
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Jan 24, 2019 9:53:50 GMT
Post by johnc on Jan 24, 2019 9:53:50 GMT
Summary execution for house breakers and car thieves would soon cut the numbers. These crimes really impact on ordinary people mentally and financially and some never fully recover, so the punishment should be severe (salt mine in Siberia?) When you hear of the sentences given to such dregs of society it's no wonder they re-offend and really don't care. Now, with custodial sentences less than 6 months being changed into community service orders there is more incentive to totally mess up the innocent majority.
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Jan 24, 2019 10:12:57 GMT
Post by michael on Jan 24, 2019 10:12:57 GMT
Apparently the keyless function can be turned off on my car. It'd be a shame as it's useful but I doubt my car is that high up the stealing list as it's not the first choice for a fast getaway.
I don't really see the point of these pouches, once you've got the key out you might as well just press to unlock it in which case you might as well just disable the feature.
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Jan 24, 2019 12:11:21 GMT
Post by Martin on Jan 24, 2019 12:11:21 GMT
Apparently the keyless function can be turned off on my car. It'd be a shame as it's useful but I doubt my car is that high up the stealing list as it's not the first choice for a fast getaway. I don't really see the point of these pouches, once you've got the key out you might as well just press to unlock it in which case you might as well just disable the feature. For the BMW I just put the key in the pouch when it’s in the house. Same with the Golf but I take the pouch with me if I end up parking in a public place. It’s mostly a depot carpark, so not an issue. |
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Jan 24, 2019 19:52:17 GMT
Post by PG on Jan 24, 2019 19:52:17 GMT
Summary execution for house breakers and car thieves would soon cut the numbers. These crimes really impact on ordinary people mentally and financially and some never fully recover, so the punishment should be severe (salt mine in Siberia?) When you hear of the sentences given to such dregs of society it's no wonder they re-offend and really don't care. Now, with custodial sentences less than 6 months being changed into community service orders there is more incentive to totally mess up the innocent majority. + 1 and then a million more. What too many in politics and the justice system view as petty crime, or crime with no real victim (well you're insured so what's the issue?), is seen by many normal people as henious and worthy of summary execution. And as is so often the case, the people are right and the masters are wrong. |
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Jan 24, 2019 19:59:09 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Jan 24, 2019 19:59:09 GMT
Apparently the keyless function can be turned off on my car. It'd be a shame as it's useful but I doubt my car is that high up the stealing list as it's not the first choice for a fast getaway. I don't really see the point of these pouches, once you've got the key out you might as well just press to unlock it in which case you might as well just disable the feature. Pop the pouch wherever you pop your car keys and put them inside. As long as it's not reachable through the letterbox with a stick. LR products might not make quick getaway cars but the parts are worth a pretty penny. As for the burglary issue, yes, they could break in, but for those tooled up for a keyless theft it at least cuts off one avenue of attack and they may not be prepared at that point to risk breaking in. |
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