BMW i3s in Devon

[robp]

I have had my i3s for just over 7 months now. I had always fancied one and figured with BMW stopping production, if you wanted a relatively new / low mileage one, then was the time to buy.
I really like it and still get excited about driving it.
It is such a great city car - very manoeuvrable and easy to park.
If there were one thing I would wish for, it would be a little bit more range - I am not a fan of using public chargers as I have found when you need them, it can be difficult to find one that is available.
I think of it as an iconic car - and love the carbon fibre construction and all of the little things that BMW did to reduce weight.
It is a very comfortable car for 4 people and I think the performance is excellent too - very nippy acceleration.
The ride is a little "choppy", but in some ways that adds to the fun of driving it.

 

[user 10055]

I have had my i3s for just over 7 months now. I had always fancied one and figured with BMW stopping production, if you wanted a relatively new / low mileage one, then was the time to buy.
I really like it and still get excited about driving it.
It is such a great city car - very manoeuvrable and easy to park.
If there were one thing I would wish for, it would be a little bit more range - I am not a fan of using public chargers as I have found when you need them, it can be difficult to find one that is available.
I think of it as an iconic car - and love the carbon fibre construction and all of the little things that BMW did to reduce weight.
It is a very comfortable car for 4 people and I think the performance is excellent too - very nippy acceleration.
The ride is a little "choppy", but in some ways that adds to the fun of driving it.

Hi, Just acquired a standard version i3 and would say 'me too' about nearly all your points. Really like driving it - it's what a 21st century car should be. With public chargers, I have found many of the older ones really frustrating, either u/s or needing obscure sign-ups, cards and so on. The new rapid chargers now coming in, with the required contactless payment, seem a different kettle of fish. They are being installed in numbers at some sites, so there's always a space, and they're easy to use. We just need more of them. One good sign is that the Blue Diamond garden centre group has a policy of installing them - there's a brand new bank of them just outside Hereford, with loads of room and about ten chargers. I think we may see more national businesses following suit. Anyway, hi again (from Hampshire) and all the best. Peter

 

[Oldsparks]

I have had my i3s for just over 7 months now. I had always fancied one and figured with BMW stopping production, if you wanted a relatively new / low mileage one, then was the time to buy.
I really like it and still get excited about driving it.
It is such a great city car - very manoeuvrable and easy to park.
If there were one thing I would wish for, it would be a little bit more range - I am not a fan of using public chargers as I have found when you need them, it can be difficult to find one that is available.
I think of it as an iconic car - and love the carbon fibre construction and all of the little things that BMW did to reduce weight.
It is a very comfortable car for 4 people and I think the performance is excellent too - very nippy acceleration.
The ride is a little "choppy", but in some ways that adds to the fun of driving it.

Hi I found my i3 choppy too so I had the Suspension upgrade from Evolve Of Luton and the improvement was excellent they sell the units for DIY fitting or they install while you wait with lots of free coffee supplied, I had mine installed by Evolve who are BMW specialists in modifying and customizing Evolve had the dampers made to there own spec by Bilstein so top quality .
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[Bayrak]

Hi I found my i3 choppy too so I had the Suspension upgrade from Evolve Of Luton and the improvement was excellent they sell the units for DIY fitting or they install while you wait with lots of free coffee supplied, I had mine installed by Evolve who are BMW specialists in modifying and customizing Evolve had the dampers made to there own spec by Bilstein so top quality .
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What was the approx cost please.

 

[Oldsparks]

Hi total cost for Evolve Suspension upgrade fully installed was £899, or you can buy the units for £599 inc free postage, sorry for delay in replying Regards Royston

 

[PaulEvolve]

Hi total cost for Evolve Suspension upgrade fully installed was £899, or you can buy the units for £599 inc free postage, sorry for delay in replying Regards Royston

Thanks for the recommendation Oldsparks. They have proved really popular. The ride in ours, and from what we hear, made our rear passengers start to feel nauseous after a while, so we had to do something about it.

 

[JohnDolk]

Hi I found my i3 choppy too so I had the Suspension upgrade from Evolve Of Luton and the improvement was excellent they sell the units for DIY fitting or they install while you wait with lots of free coffee supplied, I had mine installed by Evolve who are BMW specialists in modifying and customizing Evolve had the dampers made to there own spec by Bilstein so top quality .
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In what regard was the upgrade excellent? - is the ride more comfortable (softer and less harsh/choppy), or is it sportier??

I have a 2021 I3s, and I find the ride too stiff and choppy. I just tried a regular i3, and that ride is noticeably smoother and more comfortable.. I would like that for my i3s, so would be happy to hear if this is what the evolve suspension upgrade will deliver..

 

[Oldsparks]

In what regard was the upgrade excellent? - is the ride more comfortable (softer and less harsh/choppy), or is it sportier??

I have a 2021 I3s, and I find the ride too stiff and choppy. I just tried a regular i3, and that ride is noticeably smoother and more comfortable.. I would like that for my i3s, so would be happy to hear if this is what the evolve suspension upgrade will deliver..

Hi I find the Evolve Suspension upgrade cured a few things for me , the steering was much more positive certainly the road holding was good and no more choppy rides so it was a great improvement at not too much money , fortunately I live very near to Luton so had Evolve fit for me while I waited a great service, too highly recommend Evolve.

 

[Clanduncan]

This is on my list for next year on my i3 rex, which has been grand, I just wish it wasn't quite so reactive to every road imperfection. Luton isn't so far away that I can make it with just one recharge stop. Just saving up now!

 

[Oldsparks]

This is on my list for next year on my i3 rex, which has been grand, I just wish it wasn't quite so reactive to every road imperfection. Luton isn't so far away that I can make it with just one recharge stop. Just saving up now!

Hi I paid around £899 including fitting while you wait,plenty of free coffee and biscuits and some very special BMW cars to view.

 

[JamesInLondon]

Hi I paid around £899 including fitting while you wait,plenty of free coffee and biscuits and some very special BMW cars to view.

Does your i3 have 19 or 20" wheels and do they have kits for only one or both wheel sizes?