HDi has lost the plot

[HDi fun]

OK, some might he's found the plot.

But to end the confusion I've just gone and bought a used 528i.

Which is petrol. Yes, petrol. not derv.

So you can now abuse me instead for buying an automatic.

 

[pgarner]

yeah bout bloody time lol

 

[claymore]

I do hope it's an e28, and none of this modern rubish

 

[obi_waynne]

I think I need to sit in a dark quiet place for a while to come to terms with this!

I guess the question is, why did this car peak your interest more than any other? What are the stats like? What are your first impressions of it?

I'm actually leaning towards a Tiptronic style transmission in my next car, so I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[HDi fun]

I've always liked autos and there's no way I'm taking a 4 cyl diesel with an auto. Sadly 530d out of the question on price at the moment.

This was a budget purchase to replace the old Seat - at the moment we're still operating as a one car family so went for something larger than the Ibiza. This came up at a good price and with a cast iron history I have verified, so, why not?

I'm picking it up next Sat when dealer has fully PDi'd the car.

The box is a 5-spd Steptronic (if you want to wrest control from the ECU) and works very well indeed. Also works quite happily in D anyway, which is the general idea of automatic X-mission.

The mapped HDi 2.2 would [have] outpull[ed] it in in overtaking moves but not by a great margin. The Pug in stock tune would lose out the the BMW.

 

[obi_waynne]

It sounds like a win win to me.

Is there much to be gained by remapping this? (You might also be able to get faster gear changes depending on how the ECU for the gearbox works!)

I'm sure Prince will applaud your decision.

 

[HDi fun]

About 8 bhp I'd imagine. Anything without forced induction doesn't really present a realistic mapping prospect.

The box is one of the adaptive types which does all sorts of things like, change down if you brake whilst descending hills, for example. It does feel pretty intuitive but I've only driven it 20 odd miles so far.

The changes are typically slurred uder light load but full throttle it tautens up nicely, kicks down the box as far as possible withou over-revving and then upchanges much 'harder' than in normal driving mode.

I have driven the Steptronic before but that was in a 535d - totally different prospect so can't really compare the cars.

 

[indiaman]

Congratulations on your new purchase, I wish you many hours of happy driving.

 

[HDi fun]

Let's hope so. It was a low budget purchase but the condition and history so good that I couldn't turn my back on it.

 

[Loz]

Sounds like a great buy does this mean we have to change your name now?

 

[HDi fun]

Not anytime soon I suspect. I need a pseudonym perhaps?

Any suggestions for a covert HDi who frequents discussion forums?

 

[turbonutter69]

Bout time you saw sense.

 

[HDi fun]

Bout time you saw sense.

It's only a cost thing. A 530d would be preferable but can't afford at this time.

Very pleasant car indeed though. Goes pretty well, and condition/history too sweet to be ignored.

 

[HDi fun]

This is what I've gone and bought.

 

[MasterAuron]

Very nice HDi, pimping it up I see.

 

[HDi fun]

Very nice HDi, pimping it up I see.

Don't know what that means. :embarrest:

 

[indiaman]

Judging from the pictures, obviously a very well looked after car, good buy.

 

[Loz]

It looks box fresh! I can see why you snapped it up.

 

[Prince]

Two thumbs up from me! Petrol and a BMW. Welcome to the club! You now own the road.

 

[HDi fun]

Two thumbs up from me! Petrol and a BMW. Welcome to the club! You now own the road.

I'd still rather have the 2.2 HDi back. Obviously this is impossible as it's now in land-fill.

 

[turbonutter69]

Looks well smart mate. Whens the first mod happening?

 

[obi_waynne]

I found a tuning box on ebay for this for £50 that gives you a massive 50bhp boost and more fuel economy! Do you want the link?

 

[HDi fun]

I found a tuning box on ebay for this for £50 that gives you a massive 50bhp boost and more fuel economy! Do you want the link?

Please.

@TN69 - I doubt I'll mod it to be honest, there's not a lot to be had from a naturally aspirated engine.