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      03-27-2013, 04:18 AM   #47
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Originally Posted by mdt View Post
That's my point. My Dad's had a couple of demonstrator Porsches and others brand new, I can't say that there's been any noticeable in wear--that I've noticed anyway.

George had no end of problems with his demonstrator 323i. I bought one at the same time brand new and no problems at all. But they were electronic more than anything and I can't see how that's related to breaking in procedure.

So, I think it's just BMW being over-cautious.
Didn't I see your dad's Porsche on the back of the tow truck the other day? Lol

It's not just BMW. Every car has a breaking in recommendation. Even GT3s. Most important thing is to remember that the tyres are green, and all the other mechanical parts are still tight. But engine? I would not worry too much about that given the tight manufacturing tolerances these days! They bench test them anyway and yes they redline it on the bench test.
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