E60 is 15cm longer in wheel base in the chinese market.
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I would like to see more pics of the interior front and rear and for you to outline the mods and equipment you have inside I can see a add on to the center console (I like) and an add on to the pass and driver rear seat. Please post more pics and details
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From what I understand, the 5 series (Li) are produced locally with a Chinese manufacturing partner. BMW is more of a luxury brand in China (than in the U.S.), and the cars sell for a significantly higher price. I don't think the 3 is produced there. And because of the congested streets/roadways, it's hard to find space to enjoy the sportiness of BMW.
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Originally Posted by BMDiesel' post='580109' date='May 14 2008, 04:49 AM
funny, Chinese people are usually shorter than Germans (and Dutch) but apparently a lot more practical as they lengthen their cars and we do not.
Any other differences in the car except for length? And where are they assembled? (in other words: can I get one here in Europe?)
Any other differences in the car except for length? And where are they assembled? (in other words: can I get one here in Europe?)
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come to think of it, that would mean I have to sit in the rear to enjoy the space...... hmmmmm..... rather enjoy the driving and stay in front.
However, I do think that it is kind of stupid not to offer it with reasonable space in the rear. It's a strange characteristic that most cars still have little to no serious legroom or sitting quality.
Thanks for sharing the info, interesting!
However, I do think that it is kind of stupid not to offer it with reasonable space in the rear. It's a strange characteristic that most cars still have little to no serious legroom or sitting quality.
Thanks for sharing the info, interesting!
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Originally Posted by buddy' post='580143' date='May 14 2008, 07:42 AM
I would like to see more pics of the interior front and rear and for you to outline the mods and equipment you have inside I can see a add on to the center console (I like) and an add on to the pass and driver rear seat. Please post more pics and details
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Originally Posted by buddy' post='580143' date='May 14 2008, 07:42 AM
I would like to see more pics of the interior front and rear and for you to outline the mods and equipment you have inside I can see a add on to the center console (I like) and an add on to the pass and driver rear seat. Please post more pics and details
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Originally Posted by BMDiesel' post='580211' date='May 14 2008, 10:28 AM
come to think of it, that would mean I have to sit in the rear to enjoy the space...... hmmmmm..... rather enjoy the driving and stay in front.
However, I do think that it is kind of stupid not to offer it with reasonable space in the rear. It's a strange characteristic that most cars still have little to no serious legroom or sitting quality.
Thanks for sharing the info, interesting!
However, I do think that it is kind of stupid not to offer it with reasonable space in the rear. It's a strange characteristic that most cars still have little to no serious legroom or sitting quality.
Thanks for sharing the info, interesting!
more interesting is most people in US, Europe is bigger than people in China, seems we should switch the design~
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nice pics! funny lights in the ceiling! and a arm rest / cupholder with lid that looks nice too.
I like that fridge too!!!
I guess I need a chauffeur.....
do I notice a little cover next to the FWD/RWD buttons under the DVD slot? is that for external audio/video source?
Also noted the front seat buttons on the rear side of the seat, handy
I like that fridge too!!!
I guess I need a chauffeur.....
do I notice a little cover next to the FWD/RWD buttons under the DVD slot? is that for external audio/video source?
Also noted the front seat buttons on the rear side of the seat, handy
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Originally Posted by TMQ' post='580198' date='May 14 2008, 10:12 AM
From what I understand, the 5 series (Li) are produced locally with a Chinese manufacturing partner. BMW is more of a luxury brand in China (than in the U.S.), and the cars sell for a significantly higher price. I don't think the 3 is produced there. And because of the congested streets/roadways, it's hard to find space to enjoy the sportiness of BMW.
and for the 3er, only E90 r produced, not E92 E93.
by the way, just checked BMWUSA.com, whaaooo, really a good deal, even compare to Germany and UK, much cheaper. u guys are very lucky.
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Originally Posted by BMDiesel' post='580235' date='May 14 2008, 10:55 AM
nice pics! funny lights in the ceiling! and a arm rest / cupholder with lid that looks nice too.
I like that fridge too!!!
I guess I need a chauffeur.....
do I notice a little cover next to the FWD/RWD buttons under the DVD slot? is that for external audio/video source?
Also noted the front seat buttons on the rear side of the seat, handy
I like that fridge too!!!
I guess I need a chauffeur.....
do I notice a little cover next to the FWD/RWD buttons under the DVD slot? is that for external audio/video source?
Also noted the front seat buttons on the rear side of the seat, handy
the external audio source is under the outlet of the air-conditioning system, the cover u mentioned is a USB port for u to upload photo to the screen. pity there's no video input, otherwise i can enjoy PS3 in the back.