just back from Munich
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My Ride: Ordered 550i ED on 9/24/05. Titanium silver, priority one seating (black), steptronic, sports package, premium sound system, active steering, comfort access, power rear sunshades, navigation, head up display, rear door air bag
Flawless trip thanks to Beewang's navigational dvd disc. I totally recommend getting the navigation system if you go the European Delivery route. Then beg, borrow, or buy a European disc. The added security of having the BMW lady navigate your car around is well worth the price you will pay. I lucked out and got 4 good days of weather and put 1503 miles on my new fantastic 550i. On day four, I raced to 152 mph on the autobahn. Sure there was a lot of wind noise and I wasn't able to run that speed for long (you catch traffic kinda quick at that speed), but the memory will last me until I stop breathing. Taking the picture wasn't as dangerous as you might think -- just don't look thru the viewfinder and hang on tight with your left hand.
The German roads and German driver are far superior to what we have in the States. Though paying $1.36 per liter for Super Plus is not something I want to do everyday.
Thanks everyone who contributes to this forum. You helped me make the best decision of my life -- buying the car and taking European Delivery.
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My Ride: 2006 550i Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Anthracite Maple Wood Trim, Cold Weather Package, Premium Sound Package, Sport Package, Steptronic, Navigation, Electric Rear Sunshades, Heated Rear Seats, Sirius Radio
Duckman, that is some car you have there. What car were you driving previous to this purchase and how does it compare? Your car looks strangely similar to the one I just purchased. Congratulations!
Just noticed something. You went over 150mph prior to reaching 1200 miles. I guess I'm not doing as bad as I thought on my breakin.
Just noticed something. You went over 150mph prior to reaching 1200 miles. I guess I'm not doing as bad as I thought on my breakin.
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Thank you for sharing your experience. I am sure you really enjoyed the trip. And, I am glad you are still breathing.
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My Ride: Ordered 550i ED on 9/24/05. Titanium silver, priority one seating (black), steptronic, sports package, premium sound system, active steering, comfort access, power rear sunshades, navigation, head up display, rear door air bag
Originally Posted by darkside' post='212798' date='Dec 18 2005, 09:34 AM
Duckman, that is some car you have there. What car were you driving previous to this purchase and how does it compare? Your car looks strangely similar to the one I just purchased. Congratulations!
Just noticed something. You went over 150mph prior to reaching 1200 miles. I guess I'm not doing as bad as I thought on my breakin.
Just noticed something. You went over 150mph prior to reaching 1200 miles. I guess I'm not doing as bad as I thought on my breakin.
I drove my 1995 Buick to the Washington airport and was quite disappointed in its performance on my way home from the airport. The steering response is so detached on the Buick. And the V-6 performance from the GM car is several magnitudes behind the mind-numbing power of the 4.8 liter powerplant BMW provides.
I have not yet exceeded 5000 rpms yet so I can only imagine what that feels like, but I will say that 5000 rpms is kinda scary. Passing on the 2-lane country roads when quickness was extremely important was exhilerating -- though I never applied the kickdown procedure during this break-in run.
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My Ride: '05 545i, silver gray, black leather with anthracite maple wood, sport package, premium sound, navigation, cold weather package, electric rear sunshade, folding rear seat, satellite radio prep, PIAA 4150K fogs, red rear reflectors, hardwired Valentine One
Sounds like fun! Gotta love the autobahn!
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My Ride: 2006 530xi. Deep green with beige interior. 6 speed manual. Premium package.
Nice and Congrats.
Not sure If I want to know the answer to this, but how did you get the picture? It looks like you took it while driving?
Not sure If I want to know the answer to this, but how did you get the picture? It looks like you took it while driving?
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My Ride: '05 545i(Build 10/04)(SMG)Sport,BlkSapphire,Blk,Anthricite,Logic7,CWP,Comfort Seats,Nav,RearBags,Shades,Sirius,Heated/SplitFoldingRearSeats; '18 540i xDrive, White/Mocha, CWP, DAP, DAP+, Lux. Pkg, Prem. Pkg., Executive Pkg., Luxury Seating Pkg
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Duckman, Very Nice and Congratulations.
Just, do not try to do the 150+, and take the picture either on the Beltway or I95!
Joe
Just, do not try to do the 150+, and take the picture either on the Beltway or I95!
Joe
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Very nice!! I have to do Euro Next time! HAVE TO HAVE TO HAVE TO!
Nice pics. Love the Speedo one.
How cold was it there? Looks a little white.
Nice pics. Love the Speedo one.
How cold was it there? Looks a little white.
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My Ride: Ordered 550i ED on 9/24/05. Titanium silver, priority one seating (black), steptronic, sports package, premium sound system, active steering, comfort access, power rear sunshades, navigation, head up display, rear door air bag
Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='212888' date='Dec 18 2005, 03:57 PM
Very nice!! I have to do Euro Next time! HAVE TO HAVE TO HAVE TO!
Nice pics. Love the Speedo one.
How cold was it there? Looks a little white.
Nice pics. Love the Speedo one.
How cold was it there? Looks a little white.
By the way, the new double cd from Kate Bush is lovely. The music carresses you and transports you to a higher plain of existence.