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Old Aug 6, 2003 | 08:01 PM
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looks like all models except the 7 series and the X5 and AWD 3-series as well as the wagons. Not sure on the Z4 but I believe it will probably get it as well.

Obviously the M3 models already have it available.


Got this info directly from the 04 order guide book
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Old Aug 6, 2003 | 08:52 PM
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I think the Z4 already has the SMG option for 2003

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Old Aug 6, 2003 | 09:20 PM
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how much is that option gonna be on the other models?
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Old Aug 6, 2003 | 09:46 PM
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When you got SMG, why would you want an auto?
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Old Aug 6, 2003 | 10:31 PM
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Originally posted by BonzoAPD
how much is that option gonna be on the other models?
not sure probably 1500-2000 is my guess.
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Old Aug 6, 2003 | 10:33 PM
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Originally posted by yianni64
When you got SMG, why would you want an auto?
:dunno:

I hope MINI Cooper S is the next one to get the SMG :rick:
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 12:41 PM
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There's nothing that can replace the feeling of complete control you have with a true manual transmission..... I don't care if the SMG is faster. That computers and electronic switches are shifting the car removes at least some of the driving elelment. Besides, the purr of an engine between shifts is like the soft touch of a girl, and that's all I have to say about that.
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 06:08 PM
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There's nothing that can replace the feeling of complete control you have with a true manual transmission..... I don't care if the SMG is faster. That computers and electronic switches are shifting the car removes at least some of the driving elelment. Besides, the purr of an engine between shifts is like the soft touch of a girl, and that's all I have to say about that.
SMG is better than a regular auto.
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Old Aug 10, 2003 | 09:58 PM
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Originally posted by Sebring_S2k
I think the Z4 already has the SMG option for 2003

Aren't the arrows a little messed up in this pic? I thought the thumb switches were one for upshift one for downshift and isn't back on the center console shifter for down and forward for up?

Eitherway if I had to buy an auto this is the way I would go.
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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 10:25 AM
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SMG has a clutch, auto doesnt
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