Purchased 550 today - OMG!
11-26-2005, 07:50 AM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Congrats and enjoy!
11-26-2005, 06:06 PM
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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
Thanks everyone for the support and kind words. I had to work this morning and went to watch my daughter dance in PNB's Nutcracker this afternoon, so haven't done a lot of driving. A couple of quick impressions: One, this is a very different experience from the M3. There is so much luxury and the ride, though firm, is so smooth and comfortable. I like the sports seats more than I thought I would; certainly better than the seats in my M3. I don't feel the same communication via the steering as the M3, but then that car was like riding on rails. There are so many features that I am a little baffled. I'm reading the manual this evening and will figure this stuff out eventually. If I can't my daughter's certainly can.
A few things I already know I love about this car. Torque, torque, torque! I have never had this much, and so far I've been pretty gentle due to breakin ssues. And I love the comfort access. I get so sick of pulling keys out of my pocket which already has a cell phone in it. And I always have coffee and something else in my hands. I just love this feature. And the heated steering wheel isn't bad either.
My wife likes the car. I'm hoping to get her to drive it on occasion. She never would drive the M3. She says its not as smooth as her Lexus (thank God!), but she is impressed. I'm lucky to have such a supported wife. I was feeling a little guilty this morning about all of the money spent yesterday, but she said you know you work hard and deserve some fun!
Another of my hobbies (addictions) is detailing. I can't wait to wash, clay, polish, and apply a sealant to this car. I'm thinking about Klasse AIO followed by Klasse Sealant Glaze (about 3 coats), and then Pinnacle Souveran wax. I am just overjoyed not to be caring for a black car anymore. I love black, but sans a garage it is just about impossible to keep pristine.
A few things I already know I love about this car. Torque, torque, torque! I have never had this much, and so far I've been pretty gentle due to breakin ssues. And I love the comfort access. I get so sick of pulling keys out of my pocket which already has a cell phone in it. And I always have coffee and something else in my hands. I just love this feature. And the heated steering wheel isn't bad either.
My wife likes the car. I'm hoping to get her to drive it on occasion. She never would drive the M3. She says its not as smooth as her Lexus (thank God!), but she is impressed. I'm lucky to have such a supported wife. I was feeling a little guilty this morning about all of the money spent yesterday, but she said you know you work hard and deserve some fun!
Another of my hobbies (addictions) is detailing. I can't wait to wash, clay, polish, and apply a sealant to this car. I'm thinking about Klasse AIO followed by Klasse Sealant Glaze (about 3 coats), and then Pinnacle Souveran wax. I am just overjoyed not to be caring for a black car anymore. I love black, but sans a garage it is just about impossible to keep pristine.
11-26-2005, 10:16 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Sapphire Black on Black M5 - loaded sans soft close doors
Ok, I give up - what color is TiAg?
PS - Congrats. I also thought I would get the three and ended up ordering the 550 and still have guilt pains about it. I'm hoping once I get the car the thought of dropping $70K on a car goes down easier.
PS - Congrats. I also thought I would get the three and ended up ordering the 550 and still have guilt pains about it. I'm hoping once I get the car the thought of dropping $70K on a car goes down easier.
11-26-2005, 10:35 PM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Originally Posted by doug_999' post='203829' date='Nov 26 2005, 11:16 PM
Ok, I give up - what color is TiAg?
