is $38,000 worth it for 05 bmw 525
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It is not sport model, no Nav , logic 7 or lights
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Or do you think people will start trading in there 04's and 05's for the new 06's and I'll get a better deal??????? HELP.....
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Or do you think people will start trading in there 04's and 05's for the new 06's and I'll get a better deal??????? HELP.....
In my point of view, the E60 is a performance sedan, not a luxury sedan. If you want luxury, top-notch materials, and unbeatable quality, there are other makes that are better suited, such as Lexus. Buying an E60 with an underpowered engine is robbing yourself of the primary reason to own a BMW (I would classify not getting the sport package in this category also).
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Actually i drove the 05 525I for 5 days and i feel the power is ok for daily use. That's the reason why i sold my 04 530I to get a 06 525I.
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I've driven both the 2005 and 2006 525, and the '06's new engine makes a HUGE difference in acceleration. The '05, in my opinion, was woefully underpowered but the '06 feels peppy and is surprisingly quick.
Do yourself a favor and pony up the extra $4k for a new 2006 525. You'll be glad you did.
Do yourself a favor and pony up the extra $4k for a new 2006 525. You'll be glad you did.
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Originally Posted by DFWRaider' date='Jun 14 2005, 08:15 AM
I've driven both the 2005 and 2006 525, and the '06's new engine makes a HUGE difference in acceleration.? The '05, in my opinion, was woefully underpowered but the '06 feels peppy and is surprisingly quick.
Do yourself a favor and pony up the extra $4k for a new 2006 525.? You'll be glad you did.
Do yourself a favor and pony up the extra $4k for a new 2006 525.? You'll be glad you did.
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I have a 2005, and I have to agree. This car needs a little more kick off the line, but that's cause I'm a ruffneck. But for open road and out-and-about, this car is enough for me. 6 months and 4 tickets in a 525... 6 months in a stronger BMW, I'd be in jail (again
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Don't buy it. While I think an M5 is not worth the money, a 525 is like getting a breeding dog with one testicle. Why bother? Wait until you can at least get a 530. Go get a Toyota Avalon for now and enjoy cheap luxury and power, while you save your money for a 530 (or 550!) a few years down the road. You will thank me later, I promise
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My Ride: 2005 E60 BMW 525i - BIRTHDAY- 11/04 - EXTERIOR- Amethyst Gray Metallic. INTERIOR- Beige Dakota Leather w/Dark Poplar Grain Wood. OPTIONS- Automatic Transmission, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, 6-disc CD changer, Bluetooth using Verizon Raza V3c phone, SIRIUS Satellite Radio. ADD-ON's- 545i Chrome Grill, Euro Red Reflectors, Factory all-weater matts & Factory Coat-Hanger.
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Originally Posted by Miss5452U' date='Jun 26 2005, 08:15 PM
Don't buy it. While I think an M5 is not worth the money, a 525 is like getting a breeding dog with one testicle. Why bother? Wait until you can at least get a 530. Go get a Toyota Avalon for now and enjoy cheap luxury and power, while you save your money for a 530 (or 550!) a few years down the road. You will thank me later, I promise?
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If you are happy with it, then it seems to have worked out. Just don't go test drive a 550 when they come out in a few months, you might do something foolish and swap out too soon like I usually do
If you are happy with it, then it seems to have worked out. Just don't go test drive a 550 when they come out in a few months, you might do something foolish and swap out too soon like I usually do
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I totally agree with John007. I have an 05 525 and I love. It matches everything I wanted. It's a five series and it fit into my budget. I've never owned a BMW before so this was a good car to start out in. Plus I'm pretty young, so going too fast is not what I want. I used to have a 2000 Z28 and that got me in plenty of trouble.
I would say if your happy with it do. Drive it around a bit, see how you like the acceleration and how it feels. It seems like everyone on here owns a 545, but I can't afford one, yet. So don't over burden yourself, and if you like it, get it. BTW, I paid ~44k for mine. $47k seems a bit crazy. I don't think I was too much over MSRP.
I would say if your happy with it do. Drive it around a bit, see how you like the acceleration and how it feels. It seems like everyone on here owns a 545, but I can't afford one, yet. So don't over burden yourself, and if you like it, get it. BTW, I paid ~44k for mine. $47k seems a bit crazy. I don't think I was too much over MSRP.
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Originally Posted by RaginBajin' date='Jul 1 2005, 05:10 PM
I totally agree with John007. I have an 05 525 and I love. It matches everything I wanted. It's a five series and it fit into my budget.? I've never owned a BMW before so this was a good car to start out in. Plus I'm pretty young, so going too fast is not what I want. I used to have a 2000 Z28 and that got me in plenty of trouble.?
I would say if your happy with it do. Drive it around a bit, see how you like the acceleration and how it feels.? It seems like everyone on here owns a 545, but I can't afford one,? yet.? So don't over burden yourself, and if you like it, get it.? BTW, I paid ~44k for mine.? $47k seems a bit crazy.? I don't think I was too much over MSRP.
I would say if your happy with it do. Drive it around a bit, see how you like the acceleration and how it feels.? It seems like everyone on here owns a 545, but I can't afford one,? yet.? So don't over burden yourself, and if you like it, get it.? BTW, I paid ~44k for mine.? $47k seems a bit crazy.? I don't think I was too much over MSRP.
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