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I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
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Originally Posted by mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 12:59 PM
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"? ? ? ? ?
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"? ? ? ? ?
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
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2.Dunno if it's worth it.
3.No
08-30-2005, 10:26 AM
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� Authentic HAMANN FOOT REST In aluminium For left-hand drive vehicles Item No. : 80 099 122
� Authentic HAMANN HAND-BRAKE LEVER In aluminium For left- and right-hand drive cars Item No. : 80 099 216
� Authentic HAMANN Idrive of alu (sorry this is the only one in the World) but you can have it in carbon fiber ,
� Authentic HAMANN EXCLUSIVE FLOORMAT SET In black with HAMANN logo in silver For left-hand drive cars Item-No. : 80 060 120 For right-hand drive cars Item-No. : 80 060
� Authentic HAMANN COVER FOR OIL FILLER CAP In aluminium Item-No.: 80 099 117
� Authentic HAMANN SPORT REAR MUFFLER 4 TAILPIPES Sport rear muffler with four round stainless-steel tailpipes ( � 76mm ) Item-No.: 50 060 111
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MY 2006 (0862005) 5er has DSC+ hill start and etc also our pal pmmeke confirmed and he has it much before, so I dunno belive anymore BMW...
MY 2006 (0862005) 5er has DSC+ hill start and etc also our pal pmmeke confirmed and he has it much before, so I dunno belive anymore BMW...
Originally Posted by mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 06:59 PM
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"? ? ? ? ?
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"? ? ? ? ?
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
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08-30-2005, 11:04 AM
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[quote name='KickinA' date='Aug 30 2005, 07:21 PM']
How do you know your 06 530i to be built next week will not have DSC+?
thanks
Hi
I have talked with my dealer today and he told me that my 530 will not be upgraded.
thanks
How do you know your 06 530i to be built next week will not have DSC+?
thanks
Hi
I have talked with my dealer today and he told me that my 530 will not be upgraded.
thanks
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Originally Posted by mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 08:04 PM
[quote name='KickinA' date='Aug 30 2005, 07:21 PM']
How do you know your 06 530i to be built next week will not have DSC+?
thanks
Hi
I have talked with my dealer today and he told me that my 530 will not be upgraded.
thanks
How do you know your 06 530i to be built next week will not have DSC+?
thanks
Hi
I have talked with my dealer today and he told me that my 530 will not be upgraded.
thanks
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[quote name='mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 01:59 PM']
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
I picked up my US model 2006 530xi in mid-July. I know some will say it's not a true 2006, because that changeover only happens in the Fall. I think for this year, BMW rolled out various major options at various times. Mine is AWD, thus the xi. The xi version came out sometime in the Spring. I'm pretty sure that only xi versions got DSC+ before the Fall changeover. Mine is a manual and has DSC+. I know this, becuase I can detect the hill start assist holding the car in place. BMW also introduced the new inline-6 engine eariler in the year. So, I think the 2006 model year is a bit of a mixed bag regarding with a roll out of various options at various times.
As to the performance of DSC+, other than the hill start assist, I can't really say I've felt anything that is remarkable. That may be a good thing
By the way, the hill start assist works like this: (1) come to a stop on a hill, (2) push the clutch in with your foot on the brake, (3) with the clutch still in, let go of the brake, (4) car is held for about 2 seconds and then rolls backward if you don't go. If you are just in neutral and don't have the clutch in and just take your foot off the brake, there is no holding the car and it rolls backward immediately.
Tom
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
I picked up my US model 2006 530xi in mid-July. I know some will say it's not a true 2006, because that changeover only happens in the Fall. I think for this year, BMW rolled out various major options at various times. Mine is AWD, thus the xi. The xi version came out sometime in the Spring. I'm pretty sure that only xi versions got DSC+ before the Fall changeover. Mine is a manual and has DSC+. I know this, becuase I can detect the hill start assist holding the car in place. BMW also introduced the new inline-6 engine eariler in the year. So, I think the 2006 model year is a bit of a mixed bag regarding with a roll out of various options at various times.
As to the performance of DSC+, other than the hill start assist, I can't really say I've felt anything that is remarkable. That may be a good thing
By the way, the hill start assist works like this: (1) come to a stop on a hill, (2) push the clutch in with your foot on the brake, (3) with the clutch still in, let go of the brake, (4) car is held for about 2 seconds and then rolls backward if you don't go. If you are just in neutral and don't have the clutch in and just take your foot off the brake, there is no holding the car and it rolls backward immediately.
Tom
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530dA (steptronic), Black II (JET), leather Dakota auburn black, mapple trim, head-up display, dynamic drive, active steering, adaptive xenon headlights (auto levelling) with headlight washers, alarm, comfort seats with massage function, advanced A/C, big compartment armrest, aux-in, MP3, Logic 7, Radio PRO, CD in-dash+cd changer, power rear sunshades, rear airbags, park distance control, auto dimming folding mirrors, smoking package, shiny shadow line (individual), fold down rear seats, ski bag, sport suspension, run flats on �116-style� rims (Good Year NCT5+), cup holders, debadged, fire extinguishers, additional permanent power outlet, BMW coat hanger, trunk release button (installed by Hobi), GPS tracking device and a big thx 2 Iceman.
Mods done:
� Authentic HAMANN FRONT APRON Including ellipsoid fog lights Item-No.: 10 060 110
� Authentic HAMANN REAR SPOILER Item-No.: 10 060 130,
� Authentic HAMANN HAMANN ALUMINIUM PEDALS For cars with manual gearbox Item-No.: 80 099 100 81,00 For cars with automatic transmission Item-No.: 80 099 120
� Authentic HAMANN FOOT REST In aluminium For left-hand drive vehicles Item No. : 80 099 122
� Authentic HAMANN HAND-BRAKE LEVER In aluminium For left- and right-hand drive cars Item No. : 80 099 216
� Authentic HAMANN Idrive of alu (sorry this is the only one in the World) but you can have it in carbon fiber ,
� Authentic HAMANN EXCLUSIVE FLOORMAT SET In black with HAMANN logo in silver For left-hand drive cars Item-No. : 80 060 120 For right-hand drive cars Item-No. : 80 060
� Authentic HAMANN COVER FOR OIL FILLER CAP In aluminium Item-No.: 80 099 117
� Authentic HAMANN SPORT REAR MUFFLER 4 TAILPIPES Sport rear muffler with four round stainless-steel tailpipes ( � 76mm ) Item-No.: 50 060 111
� Authentic HAMANN new add-on for M pack rear with diffusor for quad pipes -AVAILABLE NOW (http://forums.e60.net/index.php?act=ST&f=22&t=30630&st=0#entry332409)
� ///M steering wheel w Pegasus logo (this will be also changed to three spoke sports)
� ///M pack rear
� HAMANN ECU upgrade 265 HP 608 Nm.
most improtant:
�real and working like a charm forumsbuy real LED tails and PIAA 4700k fogs!!! for HAMANN full front apron you need H3
� CustomAngels, Angel Eyes Brighter than stocks 10X, WHITE & (REd for shows).
� Authentic HAMANN LIGHT-ALLOY WHEELS DESIGN EDITION RACE 20"
Ultra-light forged 3-pieced light-alloy wheel, Cross-spoke-design,Spider in black, titanium, screwing,polished flange
DIMENSIONS : 9.0 J x 20 FA Item No.: 91 207 315
10.5 J x 20 only RA Item No.: 91 207 625
Recommended 20" Complete Wheel Set DESIGN EDITION RACE I went with most aggressive Combination A.10 FA 9.0 J x 20 / RA 10.5 J x 20 with tires: FA 245/30 ZR 20 / RA 285/25 ZR 20
� Authentic HAMANN LOWERING KIT 4 progressive sport springs Lowering by approx. 40 mm FA, 20 mm RA Item-No.: 20 060 125
� Authentic HAMANN TIRE - PRESSURE CHECK SENSOR SYSTEM
� Authentic HAMANN SIDE SILLS Item-No.: 10 060 120
� Authentic HAMANN REAL CF ROOF SPOLIER Item-No.: 10 060 235
� Authentic HAMANN AIRBAG SPORT STEERING WHEEL 3-SPOKE Three-spoke design w their SMG paddles (For assembly O.E. airbag in exchange)
� Authentic HAMANN sports mirrors (all functions)
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and of course !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
E60.net Clings
Still to do list;-):
� Our Hobi's camera system from : ww.switchchange.com).
� Individual leather interior (auburn+auburn alcantara)... and drive with sheer drivin' pleasure ... until 2009/2010 F10 comes or E60 possibly a 540d V8 diesel early in 2009 badly juiced!
with auto it is better all the way push down the brake and I have this and others on my car 2005 08 delivery (2006).
Originally Posted by twh' date='Aug 30 2005, 09:19 PM
[quote name='mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 01:59 PM']
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
I picked up my US model 2006 530xi in mid-July. I know some will say it's not a true 2006, because that changeover only happens in the Fall. I think for this year, BMW rolled out various major options at various times. Mine is AWD, thus the xi. The xi version came out sometime in the Spring. I'm pretty sure that only xi versions got DSC+ before the Fall changeover. Mine is a manual and has DSC+. I know this, becuase I can detect the hill start assist holding the car in place. BMW also introduced the new inline-6 engine eariler in the year. So, I think the 2006 model year is a bit of a mixed bag regarding with a roll out of various options at various times.
As to the performance of DSC+, other than the hill start assist, I can't really say I've felt anything that is remarkable. That may be a good thing
By the way, the hill start assist works like this: (1) come to a stop on a hill, (2) push the clutch in with your foot on the brake, (3) with the clutch still in, let go of the brake, (4) car is held for about 2 seconds and then rolls backward if you don't go. If you are just in neutral and don't have the clutch in and just take your foot off the brake, there is no holding the car and it rolls backward immediately.
Tom
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
I picked up my US model 2006 530xi in mid-July. I know some will say it's not a true 2006, because that changeover only happens in the Fall. I think for this year, BMW rolled out various major options at various times. Mine is AWD, thus the xi. The xi version came out sometime in the Spring. I'm pretty sure that only xi versions got DSC+ before the Fall changeover. Mine is a manual and has DSC+. I know this, becuase I can detect the hill start assist holding the car in place. BMW also introduced the new inline-6 engine eariler in the year. So, I think the 2006 model year is a bit of a mixed bag regarding with a roll out of various options at various times.
As to the performance of DSC+, other than the hill start assist, I can't really say I've felt anything that is remarkable. That may be a good thing
By the way, the hill start assist works like this: (1) come to a stop on a hill, (2) push the clutch in with your foot on the brake, (3) with the clutch still in, let go of the brake, (4) car is held for about 2 seconds and then rolls backward if you don't go. If you are just in neutral and don't have the clutch in and just take your foot off the brake, there is no holding the car and it rolls backward immediately.
Tom
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Originally Posted by ats77' date='Aug 30 2005, 03:24 PM
with auto it is better all the way push down the brake and I have this and others on my car 2005 08 delivery (2006).
[quote name='twh' date='Aug 30 2005, 09:19 PM']
[quote name='mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 01:59 PM']
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
I picked up my US model 2006 530xi in mid-July. I know some will say it's not a true 2006, because that changeover only happens in the Fall. I think for this year, BMW rolled out various major options at various times. Mine is AWD, thus the xi. The xi version came out sometime in the Spring. I'm pretty sure that only xi versions got DSC+ before the Fall changeover. Mine is a manual and has DSC+. I know this, becuase I can detect the hill start assist holding the car in place. BMW also introduced the new inline-6 engine eariler in the year. So, I think the 2006 model year is a bit of a mixed bag regarding with a roll out of various options at various times.
As to the performance of DSC+, other than the hill start assist, I can't really say I've felt anything that is remarkable. That may be a good thing
By the way, the hill start assist works like this: (1) come to a stop on a hill, (2) push the clutch in with your foot on the brake, (3) with the clutch still in, let go of the brake, (4) car is held for about 2 seconds and then rolls backward if you don't go. If you are just in neutral and don't have the clutch in and just take your foot off the brake, there is no holding the car and it rolls backward immediately.
Tom
[quote name='twh' date='Aug 30 2005, 09:19 PM']
[quote name='mr_djurgarden' date='Aug 30 2005, 01:59 PM']
I have posted topics before concerning the September updating of the model 06. They will start manufacturing my 530 next week but I will not get the upgrades. :thumbsdown:
What I have heard will the dsc be upgraded and that seems to be the most important one. Other upgradations as the start/stop button and leather on top of the idrive is not that important for me. That leads to my questions.
1. Has anyone got the new dsc version? Is it improved so that you "feel the difference"
2. Do you think that I should take this not upgraded car and upgrade the dsc at my local dealer?
3. Do you think that I should cancel my order of this car and order a new one and get it a bit later because of the upgrade.
thx in advance
Regards
Mr_djurgarden
I picked up my US model 2006 530xi in mid-July. I know some will say it's not a true 2006, because that changeover only happens in the Fall. I think for this year, BMW rolled out various major options at various times. Mine is AWD, thus the xi. The xi version came out sometime in the Spring. I'm pretty sure that only xi versions got DSC+ before the Fall changeover. Mine is a manual and has DSC+. I know this, becuase I can detect the hill start assist holding the car in place. BMW also introduced the new inline-6 engine eariler in the year. So, I think the 2006 model year is a bit of a mixed bag regarding with a roll out of various options at various times.
As to the performance of DSC+, other than the hill start assist, I can't really say I've felt anything that is remarkable. That may be a good thing
By the way, the hill start assist works like this: (1) come to a stop on a hill, (2) push the clutch in with your foot on the brake, (3) with the clutch still in, let go of the brake, (4) car is held for about 2 seconds and then rolls backward if you don't go. If you are just in neutral and don't have the clutch in and just take your foot off the brake, there is no holding the car and it rolls backward immediately.
Tom
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[/quote]Please excuse my skepticism, but I think it's too easy to confuse an automatic car holding a hill because of the way torque converters work with "hill start assist" which in my mind should only really affect manual and -maybe- SMG cars. What other evidence can you cite to support your belief that your car has DTC+?
