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    Need some satellite installation advice...

    Hey all - I've trolled the posts and haven't been able to find anything on this that's suitable for a noob like me. ;) I want to install Sirius in my 2004 3s sedan (fyi, I have the 6-disc changer), and I'm unsure as to the best installation option. I'd like to keep the factory radio, but I...
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    How to change the Start Up "Hello" Display?

    So, does anyone yet know the answer to the question in the original thread? "Hello!" just doesn't cut it for me.
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    How many tickets so far in your new 3?

    Zero - for good reason... ...I'm already on DMV probation, and if I get another ticket - I lose my license for a year! If you see a guy in a sweet-ass Lava Orange 3S 4dr going the speed limit in the right lane...it's me (until February (glare) !).
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    cold air intakes

    Forgive the newbie here, but what does CAI do for fuel efficiency - increase, decrease, not affect? And, if it does affect it, to what extent? Anyone have any thoughts on AEM CAI's? I found this one and am thinking about it. Cheers!
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    Favourite colour?

    I'll drink to the Lava Orange vote! (cheers) I've got the lava orange (which is more like a hot bronze), and I totally bloody love it! Every day it grows on me a little more. And, like a previous poster said, it makes my car "my" car! It really works on the 4dr S.
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    How much did you pay for your 3 ???

    Price the car you want on Edmunds.com, and then add 3% to the invoice cost. That should make you and your dealer happy. However, I practically stole my 3 S from the dealer by looking at the inspection stickers on the windows. I found a particular car that had been on the lot since Feb. (I just...
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    How To: Paint Brake Calipers

    No doubt, MP3Architect. The yellow looks hot with the blue body color. Nice choice!
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