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12-15-2006, 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by katheikia' post='367842' date='Dec 15 2006, 11:39 AM
In the USA I dont think the mettalic paint does anything for the re-sale value. The jet-black paint (non-metallic) is the number 1 color ordered..
Also in the US they have the alpine white (Not sure if it is metallic), when here in the UK - you have a bigger chance being hit by lightning than seeing a white E60
12-15-2006, 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='367743' date='Dec 15 2006, 11:37 AM
The numbers may be a factor.
There is, though, value in saved opportunity cost in possibly being able to secure a quicker sale.
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There is, though, value in saved opportunity cost in possibly being able to secure a quicker sale.
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12-15-2006, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by the-oneil' post='367763' date='Dec 15 2006, 01:22 PM
(BTW Metallic paint was standard on the model he chose, but if not then it is a MUST).
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12-15-2006, 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by the-oneil' post='367846' date='Dec 15 2006, 04:55 PM
Unlike here in the UK and maybe the rest of the EU where metallic is essential.
Also in the US they have the alpine white (Not sure if it is metallic), when here in the UK - you have a bigger chance being hit by lightning than seeing a white E60
Also in the US they have the alpine white (Not sure if it is metallic), when here in the UK - you have a bigger chance being hit by lightning than seeing a white E60
The difference on my pcp - at ?310 a month, was ?6 for ?640 metallic over 4 years. Thats ?400 lost in value, over the 4 years, from the extra ?640. Thats not earth shattering is it?
try a few quotes from this co, and look at the residual values
http://www.freewaycars.co.uk
I recon BMW make most of their money on bling options.........
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12-15-2006, 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='367740' date='Dec 15 2006, 11:31 AM
IMHO for a fair proportion of e60 drivers the running costs of the car (lease or residual) is outweighed by style, convenience and performance add-ons.
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12-15-2006, 09:43 PM
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12-15-2006, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by steve_gus' post='367984' date='Dec 15 2006, 11:40 PM
You did, but i find that statement ambiguous......
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There are those e60 owners who don't put a priority what their e60 costs them. To buy. To run. To sell.
Their priorities are focused on choices to enhance style, comfort or performance.
Hope that helps.
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