First Snow & Cold in the new 550i
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Well, I just got to vent a little bit...
Got my car in August so lot's of firsts for me..
We had our first snow last night and it's about 2 degrees outside tonight..I am just so pleased at how the car has performed when the weather turned
First, the car just handled like rails in the snow -- firmly planted would best describe it.The HVAC system is outstanding, the seats and steering wheel heat in seconds (love that heated wheel!), the swiveling headlights offer wonderful sightlines..Everything clicking like I dreamed it would.
I feel completely safe, in-control and comfortable driving this beast in December. Can I take a moment to mention the comfort seats? Lastly, I swear, the motor loves the cold too..Just goes like a bat out of hell - it breathes wonderfully.
We are so fortunate to be driving such wonderful, wonderful cars
Got my car in August so lot's of firsts for me..
We had our first snow last night and it's about 2 degrees outside tonight..I am just so pleased at how the car has performed when the weather turned
First, the car just handled like rails in the snow -- firmly planted would best describe it.The HVAC system is outstanding, the seats and steering wheel heat in seconds (love that heated wheel!), the swiveling headlights offer wonderful sightlines..Everything clicking like I dreamed it would.
I feel completely safe, in-control and comfortable driving this beast in December. Can I take a moment to mention the comfort seats? Lastly, I swear, the motor loves the cold too..Just goes like a bat out of hell - it breathes wonderfully.
We are so fortunate to be driving such wonderful, wonderful cars
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Originally Posted by midwest bmw' post='739844' date='Dec 7 2008, 12:02 AM
Doc!!
What's happening?? You not working tonight??
What's happening?? You not working tonight??
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Nice to hear your winter tire/wheel set-up is working out as well....
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Thanks for sharing. Now I will know about what to expect. We have not had the real harsh winter weather yet. My new 5er will be on light duty, though. Fortunately, I can take my wife's X3 or my daughter's 330xi. As a last resort, I have some pretty sticky tires on my 740i...
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I, too, put my winters on today and had a little reminder of how well the car works in the cold and slippery conditions...
It really is incredible, isn't it?
It really is incredible, isn't it?
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Originally Posted by juris335' post='739864' date='Dec 7 2008, 12:49 AM
Thanks for sharing. Now I will know about what to expect. We have not had the real harsh winter weather yet. My new 5er will be on light duty, though. Fortunately, I can take my wife's X3 or my daughter's 330xi. As a last resort, I have some pretty sticky tires on my 740i...
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='739865' date='Dec 7 2008, 12:50 AM
I, too, put my winters on today and had a little reminder of how well the car works in the cold and slippery conditions...
It really is incredible, isn't it?
It really is incredible, isn't it?
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My Ride: 07' 550i sport; Sapphire Black/Auburn; sport package; steptronic; navigation with R.T.T.I.; heads up; cold weather package; Logic-7; BMW MOST ipod kit; Motorola V3 snap-in adapter; rear heated seats and rear shades; anthracite headliner; sirrius sat. radio; M-aero kit; OEM style 166 Wheels with 245/35-19 front and 285/30-19 rear Michelin PS2s.
I'm glad you're pleased with the car in snow. I think it handles well once underway. Braking, turning, stability, etc.. are very confidence inspiring, but the 0-5 mph experience is still a 100% German rear wheel drive V8 IMHO (in other words its pitiful). I put two big boxes of copy paper in the trunk and it really helps out.
I will opt for a V8 xi for this reason only next time around even though I am a huge fan of rear drive. But with one big caveat: only if BMW offers sport calibrated suspension with the port pack, unlike the current 335xi & 535xi sport packages.
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I will opt for a V8 xi for this reason only next time around even though I am a huge fan of rear drive. But with one big caveat: only if BMW offers sport calibrated suspension with the port pack, unlike the current 335xi & 535xi sport packages.
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2007 550i sport (dunlop wintersport M3 225/18 & 245/18 for winter)