2007 550 Steptronic concerns?

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Oct 24, 2006 | 04:46 PM

jetmech

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My Ride: 2005 530i upgraded to 2007 550i 12/20/06 Took delivery of 2008 M5 3/25/08 cf delete K&N filters, the rest stock.

I have ordered a 2007 550, and am wondering about the "slam" issues with the Steptronic.
My 2005 530 has never had a problem with the Step "slam".
Is this still an ongoing problem or has BMW improved the operation of the transmission.
I have not noticed alot of posts concerning this on later 550's. Sorry to beat a dead horse.

Thanks, jetmech.

Oct 24, 2006 | 07:10 PM

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My Ride: 2009 550i sports, Nav, logic Best E60 yet 2004 545i, sports pkg, logic 7 steptronic, rear shade,orient blue with beige interior, blue tooth enabled Razer Phone. 2004 X5 3.0, sports pkg, stepronic, summer pkg. imola red. 2006 Mini Cooper S, manual, sports, prem pkg, nav and kitchen sink.

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Originally Posted by jetmech' post='348555' date='Oct 24 2006, 08:46 PM

Thanks, jetmech.

No issues with slamming, the question is with downshifting which I questioned because it appears to be a little rough. I'm sure it's me being picky, my 07, 550i is by far the best car I have ever owned, there isn't another car on the road in my budget close to this car. 7,500 miles and still grinning.

Oct 24, 2006 | 07:15 PM

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I have no slam issues with mine. It is just fast and fun.

Oct 24, 2006 | 09:37 PM

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No slam issues here; however, I was just flashed the other day as I was gong down the road here in Germany. I guess the ticket will be in the mail soon. Didn't feel like I was going fast at all. The speed in this car is deceptive and I like it.