do you regret your E60 purchase?
11-28-2010, 06:17 AM
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My Ride: Current rides:
2011 Z4 35i MSport DCT (pictures coming)
2010 535i MSport
2008K1200GT
(Sold) 2001 541i MSport
(Sold) 2007 Z4 Coupe
Absolutely no regrrets with the 535i A. I can't think of another 2 ton luxury family sedan that comes close in performance and comfort.
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11-28-2010, 06:19 AM
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My Ride: 2008 528i / 475 / LCSW / ZPP / ZSP / 205 / 4BY / 508 / 609 / 6FL
I bought my 528 this past week. I wanted something big and luxurious with all the gadgets to cruise in. No regrets. If I find myself not driving the other cars after a year or two, then I may just consolidate it down to an M5.
If fuel economy was high on your list, then perhaps you would be better suited with a hybrid, like a Toyota Prius for your stop and go driving profile. Electric motors got the instant tq. Or, another alternative would be a 335d with 425lb-ft of tq. My fiancee gets 23mpg in 50/50 city/hwy in her X5 diesel and that's a 5000lb gorilla. Has more power and better fuel economy than the Nissan Murano she had before.
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If fuel economy was high on your list, then perhaps you would be better suited with a hybrid, like a Toyota Prius for your stop and go driving profile. Electric motors got the instant tq. Or, another alternative would be a 335d with 425lb-ft of tq. My fiancee gets 23mpg in 50/50 city/hwy in her X5 diesel and that's a 5000lb gorilla. Has more power and better fuel economy than the Nissan Murano she had before.
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11-28-2010, 08:44 AM
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11-28-2010, 10:43 AM
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Regret I didn't do it sooner although I have have enjoyed the 10 year old Audi A6 still in the drive.
Thought this was a joke at first or troll, someone that liked a GM more than their BMW.
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Thought this was a joke at first or troll, someone that liked a GM more than their BMW.
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11-28-2010, 12:45 PM
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My Ride: BMW 545i 2005 - Silver/Grey - 6 Speed Manual - Black Leather - Logic 7 - Cold Pkg - Active Steering - Nav - Adaptive Headlights - 275/35/18 rear and 245/40/18 front
I've been without my 545i for 2 years. Had to cut back on bills since the wife got laid off and me shortly thereafter. Talk about bad timing. Had to make a decision to feed the family or keep the 5. Believe me, it was truly a tough decision. Anyway, I'm back in the market for another 5. Did not have regrets then, and won't have any when I get the next one.
11-28-2010, 03:29 PM
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My Ride: 2008 550I M Sport, Premium pkg, Logic 7, Sport Automatic Trans, Paddle Shifters, Nav, Comfort Access, Rear Shades, Satellite, PDC
I liked the 525 but missed some things I had in the prior X5 like sport package. I just upgraded to 2008 550 with many options and I fell in love with the e60. The handling is much improved and needless to say the power is impressive.
11-28-2010, 07:38 PM
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My Ride: 2008 550i DINAN
Model Year: 2008
Engine: V8
No regrets at all. I come from a history of BMWs, this is my 5th. My last BMWs were all 7 series, and I love the lighter (feels that way) car...
Although I wanted a BWM with a lot more HP, (I wish I could afford an M5) I got a 08 550i with the top DINAN modifications. It's plenty fast for me at 390hp. I can't take a co workers mod'ed 500HP Pontiac GTO (late model), but I got plenty to put me back in the seat.
They say the V8 is a dying breed in the 5 series, since BMW seems to want to put forced induction into everything now. Maybe someday a M5.
I love the 550i, but I'm sure there are other 5 series that would be just as fun. Did you test drive the car before purchasing?
Although I wanted a BWM with a lot more HP, (I wish I could afford an M5) I got a 08 550i with the top DINAN modifications. It's plenty fast for me at 390hp. I can't take a co workers mod'ed 500HP Pontiac GTO (late model), but I got plenty to put me back in the seat.
They say the V8 is a dying breed in the 5 series, since BMW seems to want to put forced induction into everything now. Maybe someday a M5.
I love the 550i, but I'm sure there are other 5 series that would be just as fun. Did you test drive the car before purchasing?
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