Did it, bought a 2008 550i via the internet from Iraq
10-06-2009, 02:31 PM
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My Ride: SOLD...Jet Black 2008 550i M Sport with SAT, black interior. RPI exhaust and air scoop, 35% huper optik tint all around, CF roundels, flat black kidneys, Springfield Armory XD-40 jet black in glove box, charcoal filter removed.
It's CPO'd with an original in service date of July 2008 - so I'm covered till 2014 for warranty and 2012 for maint - until I upgrade the maint package too, which i'm still debating.
Anyway, I posted back in July / August that i was looking for one, and i found it on autotrader and called, got the service records and BMW maint info on the car, then put money down while still in Iraq. I returned from my tour in early September, then on 19 Sept my son and I flew out to Wisconsin (i live in Pennsylvania) to pick it up. I bought it from a BMW dealer out there - top notch! They picked us up at the airport, took us to the dealership, showed me the car, let me test drive it, and even offered for us to load up on their free water, soda and cookies for the two day trip back to PA. What an awesome experience. And the car - absolutely perfect.
So far I've added the RPI scoop (red), black grills, huper optik tint (30%) all around, and the RPI axle back exhaust - oh, and removed the charcoal filter. I love all the mods, especially the new exhaust. I couldn't believe how heavy the OEM one was compared to the RPI - must be twenty to thirty pounds lighter. It was super simple to cut the old one and install the new one - had to move the rear holder bracket over one hole to fit the RPI, but that was easy, just unscrewed the holder and re-screwed it on the other side.
Next, when I can convince the wife to let me spend more on it, I want to have the wheels powder coated gun metal, tint the headlights and taillights, and maybe get the Dinan stage II ECU flash.
Oh, its a 2008 550i with sport package, sprot auto transmissions, jet black with black interior, HUD, comfort access, active steering, satillite radio, NAV, and all the stuff with the sport pckg.
It had 12,800 miles when I bought it and I already have 15,120 on it.
Hard to keep that jet black clean, but I've been trying my best nightly. California duster does a good job, although I've hand washed it twice already.
Going from a 1988 Blazer on post over in Iraq, back to my 2003 330XI to this 2008 550i sport is simply amazing. funny how you get used to the power and driveability so fast though, isn't it?
Anyway, for those who remember, thanks for all your help a few months ago helping me to weed through the ups and downs of buying a pre-owned 550i sport. I love it!!!!
Anyway, I posted back in July / August that i was looking for one, and i found it on autotrader and called, got the service records and BMW maint info on the car, then put money down while still in Iraq. I returned from my tour in early September, then on 19 Sept my son and I flew out to Wisconsin (i live in Pennsylvania) to pick it up. I bought it from a BMW dealer out there - top notch! They picked us up at the airport, took us to the dealership, showed me the car, let me test drive it, and even offered for us to load up on their free water, soda and cookies for the two day trip back to PA. What an awesome experience. And the car - absolutely perfect.
So far I've added the RPI scoop (red), black grills, huper optik tint (30%) all around, and the RPI axle back exhaust - oh, and removed the charcoal filter. I love all the mods, especially the new exhaust. I couldn't believe how heavy the OEM one was compared to the RPI - must be twenty to thirty pounds lighter. It was super simple to cut the old one and install the new one - had to move the rear holder bracket over one hole to fit the RPI, but that was easy, just unscrewed the holder and re-screwed it on the other side.
Next, when I can convince the wife to let me spend more on it, I want to have the wheels powder coated gun metal, tint the headlights and taillights, and maybe get the Dinan stage II ECU flash.
Oh, its a 2008 550i with sport package, sprot auto transmissions, jet black with black interior, HUD, comfort access, active steering, satillite radio, NAV, and all the stuff with the sport pckg.
It had 12,800 miles when I bought it and I already have 15,120 on it.
Hard to keep that jet black clean, but I've been trying my best nightly. California duster does a good job, although I've hand washed it twice already.
Going from a 1988 Blazer on post over in Iraq, back to my 2003 330XI to this 2008 550i sport is simply amazing. funny how you get used to the power and driveability so fast though, isn't it?
Anyway, for those who remember, thanks for all your help a few months ago helping me to weed through the ups and downs of buying a pre-owned 550i sport. I love it!!!!
10-06-2009, 02:45 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S Convertible. Midnight Blue, 6 Speed.Retired - 2007 997 Carrera S, Midnight Blue, Grey leather, premium audioRetired - 2007 550i, Monaco Blue over Beige, Navigation, Logic 7, Cold Weather Pack, Comfort Access, Sport Package
Model Year: 2008
Congratulations on the new car! And our grateful thanks for everything you guys do in incredibly challenging circumstances.
10-06-2009, 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='1026237' date='Oct 6 2009, 03:45 PM
Congratulations on the new car! And our grateful thanks for everything you guys do in incredibly challenging circumstances.
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10-06-2009, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='1026237' date='Oct 6 2009, 06:45 PM
Congratulations on the new car! And our grateful thanks for everything you guys do in incredibly challenging circumstances.
10-06-2009, 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='1026237' date='Oct 6 2009, 06:45 PM
Congratulations on the new car! And our grateful thanks for everything you guys do in incredibly challenging circumstances.
And use the 550 well. It's a great car.
10-06-2009, 05:22 PM
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My Ride: 2008 550i Jet Black on Black Leather, SAT with Paddles, Logic 7, Comfort Seats, NAV, Sport Package, PDC, Xenons, Sirius, Trinity 12W LED Angel Eyes, RPi GT Exhaust, M rear spoiler, ACS Roof Spoiler, Tinted Tail Lights, Bimmian Carbon Fiber Pillar Trim, Bimmian Shadow 550i emblem, RPi Scoop, E60 Forum Cling, Mtec bulbs in fog lights, Mtec 2W LED for License Plate Light Bulbs, K&N Filter, Bimmian LED Smoked Side Markers, Blackout roundels, Carbon Fiber Kidney Grills.
Retired Rides - 1989 325i convertible, 1995 M3, 2002 X5, 2005 545i, 2008 X5 (Lemon)
Along with our unending respect, our wishes for you enjoy the hell out of that 550i!!
