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Originally Posted by Weebitob
Ok so now that is out of the way, what do people think of the auto transmissions that can come in BMWs? I'm sorry for hijacking the thread but at least I am asking something that is somewhat more on topic now.  |
Most (if not all) BMW auto trannies in the 90s were GM transmissions. So they are not highly regarded. Not sure about what is in the current models.
The problem I have with ODBII BMWs is that they ditched the LSD option for all models other than the M-cars. In 1996 they made traction control standard on most models and that replaced the LSD. In my opinion that is a poor substitute. I love the fact that just about every Subie has LSD as an option even if it is available only on the top of the line trim package. At least it is offered. I had the gf get a Forester S model back in 2000 as the L model did not have LSD. So a tip of the hat to Subaru and a wag of the finger to BMW.