One more time guyus- ordering a new 550i - what should I get
02-23-2006, 03:52 AM
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Originally Posted by dee' post='244639' date='Feb 23 2006, 04:19 AM
Just get everything,that way you won't regret.By the way how much is the upgrade costing you,cause i think i'm going to upgrade too.
will order today or monday (travelling over the weekend)
02-23-2006, 04:34 AM
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I think one of most pressing questions is whether to get active steering again. I am used to it, but others say that without it, it feels more like a BMW.
who has had both, and what are your thoughts?
who has had both, and what are your thoughts?
02-23-2006, 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by wassy' post='244684' date='Feb 23 2006, 05:34 AM
I think one of most pressing questions is whether to get active steering again. I am used to it, but others say that without it, it feels more like a BMW.
who has had both, and what are your thoughts?
who has had both, and what are your thoughts?
TIA for any input!
02-28-2006, 08:43 AM
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If you are getting Nav you really should also get HUD. Really cool. Comfort access is great and convenient. I love not having to fool with my keys. I would get these again.
I have not driven a non AS equiped sport package e60, but after getting it on my car it is the only option I got that I would most likely not get again. I am not slamming AS, it is a love-hate thing with me, but the steering feel is not as good as my old 540. Hate may be too strong. I don't hate it, I just miss the weighted feel of my old car. The steering is still very good and very nice whipping around town. It just does not have the weighted feel one expects from BMWs. Perhaps that is the point with AS.
There is not doubt that driving at low speeds in parking lots is very easy and comfortable. There is no need to cross-over or shuffle hands. It is not an easy choice, as there are good points to it. I may miss it once I don't get it again. That should clear things up for you. 
I have not driven a non AS equiped sport package e60, but after getting it on my car it is the only option I got that I would most likely not get again. I am not slamming AS, it is a love-hate thing with me, but the steering feel is not as good as my old 540. Hate may be too strong. I don't hate it, I just miss the weighted feel of my old car. The steering is still very good and very nice whipping around town. It just does not have the weighted feel one expects from BMWs. Perhaps that is the point with AS.
There is not doubt that driving at low speeds in parking lots is very easy and comfortable. There is no need to cross-over or shuffle hands. It is not an easy choice, as there are good points to it. I may miss it once I don't get it again. That should clear things up for you.
02-28-2006, 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by wassy' post='244366' date='Feb 22 2006, 08:55 PM
dont forget guys, I own a 2005 545i LOADED.. the new one would be an '07, i would probably go without the active steering this time, to get a better feel for the road.
comfort seats NOW come with the sports package.
I am more concerned about whether to do ventilated/nasca leather (any thoughts) HD radio, etc.
here is what i would definitely get. tell me some add-ons that are imperative :
Premium pkg
sports pkg
NAV
Logic 7
Shades
Sirius
Contemplating:
Comfort Access
Ventilated/Nasca Leather seats
Fold down rear seats.
anything else?
comfort seats NOW come with the sports package.
I am more concerned about whether to do ventilated/nasca leather (any thoughts) HD radio, etc.
here is what i would definitely get. tell me some add-ons that are imperative :
Premium pkg
sports pkg
NAV
Logic 7
Shades
Sirius
Contemplating:
Comfort Access
Ventilated/Nasca Leather seats
Fold down rear seats.
anything else?
02-28-2006, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by markt540i' post='247324' date='Feb 28 2006, 09:43 AM
If you are getting Nav you really should also get HUD. Really cool. Comfort access is great and convenient. I love not having to fool with my keys. I would get these again.
I have not driven a non AS equiped sport package e60, but after getting it on my car it is the only option I got that I would most likely not get again. I am not slamming AS, it is a love-hate thing with me, but the steering feel is not as good as my old 540. Hate may be too strong. I don't hate it, I just miss the weighted feel of my old car. The steering is still very good and very nice whipping around town. It just does not have the weighted feel one expects from BMWs. Perhaps that is the point with AS. There is not doubt that driving at low speeds in parking lots is very easy and comfortable. There is no need to cross-over or shuffle hands. It is not an easy choice, as there are good points to it. I may miss it once I don't get it again. That should clear things up for you.
I have not driven a non AS equiped sport package e60, but after getting it on my car it is the only option I got that I would most likely not get again. I am not slamming AS, it is a love-hate thing with me, but the steering feel is not as good as my old 540. Hate may be too strong. I don't hate it, I just miss the weighted feel of my old car. The steering is still very good and very nice whipping around town. It just does not have the weighted feel one expects from BMWs. Perhaps that is the point with AS.
There is not doubt that driving at low speeds in parking lots is very easy and comfortable. There is no need to cross-over or shuffle hands. It is not an easy choice, as there are good points to it. I may miss it once I don't get it again. That should clear things up for you.
02-28-2006, 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by kmslo530i' post='247377' date='Feb 28 2006, 03:08 PM
Oh yeah......that totally sold me on getting AS......or. wait...did it sell me on NOT getting AS??
LOL!
02-28-2006, 01:58 PM
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Originally Posted by kmslo530i' post='247377' date='Feb 28 2006, 02:08 PM
Oh yeah......that totally sold me on getting AS......or. wait...did it sell me on NOT getting AS??
Try flipping a coin. That should settle it. Or, play rock paper scissors with your sales rep. 
02-28-2006, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by E1142860' post='244553' date='Feb 22 2006, 07:43 PM
Go with the Comfort Access especially if there are two drivers in the household.
Definitely go with Comfort Access!
