Is a 535D much better than a 530D
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I am considering a DMS re-map of my new E60 530D to turn it into a 535D. I only test drove the 525D and 530D. Is the difference worth ?800 (with Forum discount)? 
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Originally Posted by 07530d' post='309516' date='Jul 11 2006, 07:47 PM
I am considering a DMS re-map of my new E60 530D to turn it into a 535D. I only test drove the 525D and 530D. Is the difference worth ?800 (with Forum discount)?
Consensus here will be - DO IT!
I don't think *anyone* has complained following the upgrade... Whether it's worth ?800 is up to you...
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Do not remap your new 530d!
You are about the fastest diesel on your great island already.
Do not spoil perferction for affectation
You are about the fastest diesel on your great island already.
Do not spoil perferction for affectation
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It will not turn it into a 535d, as you will never be able to reach the same smoothness across the whole rev range from down low, as already outlined by colejl, you cannot make up for the missing small turbo on low down grunt.
Nevertheless, it will put it in a different performance class and around the higher end nearly match the 535d. Still will feel different how you get there. DMS only have top class rep and also excellent press coverage, but you pay for it. If you are willing to spend the money, you will not be disappointed.
I have used and still use someone else, giving me the same results at different rates.
Good luck.
Nevertheless, it will put it in a different performance class and around the higher end nearly match the 535d. Still will feel different how you get there. DMS only have top class rep and also excellent press coverage, but you pay for it. If you are willing to spend the money, you will not be disappointed.
I have used and still use someone else, giving me the same results at different rates.
Good luck.
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Originally Posted by olli_535d' post='309538' date='Jul 11 2006, 09:06 PM
It will not turn it into a 535d, as you will never be able to reach the same smoothness across the whole rev range from down low, as already outlined by colejl, you cannot make up for the missing small turbo on low down grunt.
Nevertheless, it will put it in a different performance class and around the higher end nearly match the 535d. Still will feel different how you get there. DMS only have top class rep and also excellent press coverage, but you pay for it. If you are willing to spend the money, you will not be disappointed.
I have used and still use someone else, giving me the same results at different rates.
Good luck.
Nevertheless, it will put it in a different performance class and around the higher end nearly match the 535d. Still will feel different how you get there. DMS only have top class rep and also excellent press coverage, but you pay for it. If you are willing to spend the money, you will not be disappointed.
I have used and still use someone else, giving me the same results at different rates.
Good luck.
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The improved mileage means the remap pays for itself in about 40,000 miles
Do you notice the difference? YES!
I've driven a 535d with remap (the DMS demo). Fantastic. Comparing the difference, I'd say a normal 535d will be quite similar in performance to a remapped 530d.
BTW, 14.2 1/4 mile from my 530d
Do you notice the difference? YES!
I've driven a 535d with remap (the DMS demo). Fantastic. Comparing the difference, I'd say a normal 535d will be quite similar in performance to a remapped 530d.
BTW, 14.2 1/4 mile from my 530d
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Originally Posted by 07530d' post='309516' date='Jul 11 2006, 07:47 PM
I am considering a DMS re-map of my new E60 530D to turn it into a 535D. I only test drove the 525D and 530D. Is the difference worth ?800 (with Forum discount)?
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Originally Posted by Merv the Derv' post='309579' date='Jul 12 2006, 01:12 AM
I would say a remapped 231 bhp 530d would be as good as a std 535d albeit different as only one turbo. Go for it