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Old 06-05-2009, 12:04 AM
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I went to all the dealers in the city and all of them won't import a 550i! They all said there was little demand for a V8 mid-size luxury sedan. I guess that is the reason why I don't see any 550is, E500s, A6 4.2s or S/XF-Type V8s in this country. Most luxury cars here are driven by Chauffeurs. Most of the 320ds or C200s that I see are not driven by the owner! The good news is even if I settle for a 530i I get a top of the line 5er. The 530i and 530d are the 2 models on top of the 5-series range here in Manila.

**Even 530ds here are rare **
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Hey. im in the Philippines as well. I wouldnt be surprised if they would put one on order for you but im sure they'll ask for a big downpayment for it. Try Prestige in Makati or Klassik in Greenhills.
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Originally Posted by 5er_ooomph' post='901538' date='Jun 5 2009, 01:04 AM
I went to all the dealers in the city and all of them won't import a 550i! They all said there was little demand for a V8 mid-size luxury sedan. I guess that is the reason why I don't see any 550is, E500s, A6 4.2s or S/XF-Type V8s in this country. Most luxury cars here are driven by Chauffeurs. Most of the 320ds or C200s that I see are not driven by the owner! The good news is even if I settle for a 530i I get a top of the line 5er. The 530i and 530d are the 2 models on top of the 5-series range here in Manila.

**Even 530ds here are rare **
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Maybe Filipinos who actually live in the Philippines. Seriously, that sucks.
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Well that really sucks. I would think that you could find some dealer to specially import one for you. Or you coulf buy one in another country and have it shipped. But I bet it would be an absolute fortune.
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Originally Posted by JECAR' post='901568' date='Jun 5 2009, 05:11 PM
Hey. im in the Philippines as well. I wouldnt be surprised if they would put one on order for you but im sure they'll ask for a big downpayment for it. Try Prestige in Makati or Klassik in Greenhills.
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I tried Prestige in Makati, Klassik in Greenhills, Autozentrum in Alabang and Autohaus in Quezon city.
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Originally Posted by 5er_ooomph' post='901538' date='Jun 5 2009, 03:04 AM
I went to all the dealers in the city and all of them won't import a 550i! They all said there was little demand for a V8 mid-size luxury sedan. I guess that is the reason why I don't see any 550is, E500s, A6 4.2s or S/XF-Type V8s in this country. Most luxury cars here are driven by Chauffeurs. Most of the 320ds or C200s that I see are not driven by the owner! The good news is even if I settle for a 530i I get a top of the line 5er. The 530i and 530d are the 2 models on top of the 5-series range here in Manila.

**Even 530ds here are rare **
5er,

Just so you know, members who respond to your OP 530 compared to 550 are looking for you..

Back to topic, buy a 550i outside the Philippines and have it shipped.
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