550 to replace 545 in fall of 2005?
01-27-2005, 12:36 PM
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My Ride: Alpine White/Biege 545i, CWP, Nav, Active Steering, Auto Step ordered 2/1/05
Originally Posted by Guest' date='Jan 25 2005, 05:40 PM
[quote name='markt540i' date='Jan 24 2005, 06:48 PM']Talked to my sales rep today. Not unexpected, but he had no knowledge of a 550 with the 4.8 litre engine to come any time soon? 
, but was aware of the new six's with valvetronic....
I hope Rollee is correct that the 550 is destined for the states in the fall....
, but was aware of the new six's with valvetronic.... I hope Rollee is correct that the 550 is destined for the states in the fall....
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[/quote]I was at the dealership last night and asked the SA to check on the 550 rumor. He looked up the delivery schedule and confirmed that the '06 550 is set for September 05 build.
01-27-2005, 01:01 PM
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I don't understand all this. The earliest I was able to order a 545 with SMG and Hud was March 04 and it was delivered April 1st. That seems like just yesterday.
Now some say that a new engine and 550 badge is already coming in the fall of '05?
Now some say that a new engine and 550 badge is already coming in the fall of '05?
01-27-2005, 01:41 PM
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BMW is like Apple, they have to hold an element of surprise when they bring in a new product to attack the market.
i have to honour my source for discretion and secrecy, i know the new toy is round the corner.
it will be of 2 batches, the first to arrive is the '5' xi follow by its souped up cousin a few months later. this year bmw has plans for every one of its competition and will kick one after the next.
i understand the urge for confirmation but please understand my position, that is why we have internet forums in the first place.
i think the 545 is a fabulous automobile, if you are ready go for it. need not wait.
on the other hand if your plans can delay a few months , you will be rewarded for your patience.
i have to honour my source for discretion and secrecy, i know the new toy is round the corner.
it will be of 2 batches, the first to arrive is the '5' xi follow by its souped up cousin a few months later. this year bmw has plans for every one of its competition and will kick one after the next.
i understand the urge for confirmation but please understand my position, that is why we have internet forums in the first place.
i think the 545 is a fabulous automobile, if you are ready go for it. need not wait.
on the other hand if your plans can delay a few months , you will be rewarded for your patience.
01-27-2005, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by gde' date='Jan 27 2005, 07:05 PM
my sales associate says no 550 on the way for 2006
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maybe he just doesnt know yet, but believe it, there will be a 550i this year, and maybe even a 540i
01-31-2005, 04:03 AM
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550i is coming. I know as well. Forget about us disclosing sources, etc. Just keep it in the back of your head if getting a new 545i. I'm not saying NOT to get a 545i at all. I got my 530 knowing a new 530 would come out. But for those who want more power and other things, the 550 is coming 9/05. And this is how it is. Dealers don't know all the time. Be prepared for 9/05...
01-31-2005, 04:43 AM
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Originally Posted by urbo73' date='Jan 31 2005, 01:03 PM
550i is coming. I know as well. Forget about us disclosing sources, etc. Just keep it in the back of your head if getting a new 545i. I'm not saying NOT to get a 545i at all. I got my 530 knowing a new 530 would come out. But for those who want more power and other things, the 550 is coming 9/05. And this is how it is. Dealers don't know all the time. Be prepared for 9/05...
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02-04-2005, 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by fishskis' date='Jan 24 2005, 12:20 AM
[quote name='stream' date='Jan 23 2005, 08:41 PM'][quote name='fishskis' date='Jan 23 2005, 06:30 PM']If this is true, would there be a price increase in addition to the "normal" model year price increase? Would the 545 be discontinued?
I just ordered one for April ED, and I don't think I would postpone even if this is correct; but it is tempting to wait.
I just ordered one for April ED, and I don't think I would postpone even if this is correct; but it is tempting to wait.
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[/quote]Thanks pharding and stream. Well said. Congrats on your new pickup.
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