04 v 05 545 differences?
03-04-2005, 02:10 AM
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shopping for 545. were there any differences between the 2004 and 2005 545's? Salesman said only difference was Bluetooth not avail on 04. Anything else to be aware of? (looking for manual shift). first time here... thanks.
03-04-2005, 02:37 AM
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03-04-2005, 02:42 AM
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My Ride: On order: 2007 550i, silver gray, black leather, anth. maple trim, active cruise, heated steering wheel, sport, night vision, vent seats, heat rears, active steering, rear air bags, folding seats, comfort access, navigation , HUD, black head liner, steptronic, premium sound, sirius and HD radio.
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03-04-2005, 04:29 AM
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My Ride: 2005 545 Black Sapphire/Black Dakota,Sports Package,Logic 7,Fold -down rear seats
Better tires from the factory on the '05 as well...I know from experience as I have had both an '04 and '05 545. The other things, such as PDC, Lumbar support, extra wood,etc. are all also very much appreciated.
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Originally Posted by yeagerda' date='Mar 5 2005, 04:14 AM
thanks for the info, and the welcomes!
I was looking at an '05 and saw they (tires) were Dunlops.? Were '04s different?
I was looking at an '05 and saw they (tires) were Dunlops.? Were '04s different?
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What? 04s wernt Dunlops?