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09-29-2005, 01:21 AM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
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Originally Posted by golfnut' date='Sep 29 2005, 05:08 PM
Seems that red calipers would make a very popular choice. I'm sure there must be a reason for that, but I really don't see the point. Why red calipers?
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09-29-2005, 01:21 AM
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Originally Posted by golfnut' date='Sep 29 2005, 10:08 AM
Seems that red calipers would make a very popular choice. I'm sure there must be a reason for that, but I really don't see the point. Why red calipers?
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09-29-2005, 01:46 AM
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I think red calipers would look too out of place for most E60 buyers but I do think they should powder coat (or enamel) the calipers some other color like black or gray. I don't understand why BMW doesn't pay more attention to this minor detail. They're doing it on Cadillacs now, why not BMW?
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by Rudy' date='Sep 29 2005, 05:46 PM
I think red calipers would look too out of place for most E60 buyers but I do think they should powder coat (or enamel) the calipers some other color like black or gray.? I don't understand why BMW doesn't pay more attention to this minor detail.? They're doing it on Cadillacs now, why not BMW?
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09-29-2005, 01:57 AM
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My Ride: MY RIDE is DA real .-) HAMANN 5 aka BLACK MAMBA born on 16/06/2005/delivered on 05/08/2005 as following:
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' date='Sep 29 2005, 10:21 AM
[quote name='golfnut' date='Sep 29 2005, 05:08 PM']Seems that red calipers would make a very popular choice. I'm sure there must be a reason for that, but I really don't see the point. Why red calipers?
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[/quote]Guys for a few bucks you can paint the calipers not everbody needs BREMBOS. I wud but its expensive
The indicators I never wanna see on a BMW it is only for trend cars like MB. :thumbsdown:
the paint should be deff better and more options in general ext-int. Just my 0.02.
PS: Hope they WILL read it as they are here, spying on us
09-29-2005, 02:02 AM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by ats77' date='Sep 29 2005, 05:57 PM
[quote name='AC_S5' date='Sep 29 2005, 10:21 AM'][quote name='golfnut' date='Sep 29 2005, 05:08 PM']Seems that red calipers would make a very popular choice. I'm sure there must be a reason for that, but I really don't see the point. Why red calipers?
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[/quote]Guys for a few bucks you can paint the calipers not everbody needs BREMBOS. I wud but its expensive
The indicators I never wanna see on a BMW it is only for trend cars like MB. :thumbsdown:
the paint should be deff better and more options in general ext-int. Just my 0.02.
PS: Hope they WILL read it as they are here, spying on us
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[/quote]The side indicator is really a good idea, but I am not going to buy a MB just because they have it.
Don't mistaken me, I love Bimmer and my E60.
Cheers
09-29-2005, 04:09 AM
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My Ride: Arrived 3 June 2005: 2005 545i - Orient Blue, Black interior, Sport, Steptronic, Cold Weather, NAV, Sirius, Logic7, Comfort Seats, Sunshades. What a glorious ride!
I like the turn signals on the ORVMs; I wish all cars had them.
My idea is to provide XM radio as a factory option alternative to Sirius. Also would like to have the active sound reduction system as in the Acura RL (but not replacing the existing soundproofing; just augmenting it).
My idea is to provide XM radio as a factory option alternative to Sirius. Also would like to have the active sound reduction system as in the Acura RL (but not replacing the existing soundproofing; just augmenting it).
09-29-2005, 04:33 AM
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Hmmn, where to start.
First, give me the 3 series headlights, as I don't much care for the owl eyebrow thing on the 5. Never did grow on me.
Next I would offer the car in more than monochrome (black, white, silver and shades there of) and blue. How about indy or emola red?
Then I would offer everyone around the world the same options like nasca leather, m pieces from the factory, ventilated seats, individual options, etc.
After that, I would make L7 std like it is on the much cheaper 330.
I would also allow more flexibility on the wheel choices up front instead of having to take whatever comes with a package. I think it would give buyers more of a sense of personalization.
And lastly, make all the gremlins disappear. The technology in this car, as far as audio and multimedia goes ISN'T that complicated. The aftermarket stuff I have in some of my other cars is rock solid, and for the money, a much better buy. I am sick of being a beta tester because I buy a new model year.
To that point, quit making the ones who buy the first model year suffer by introducing the more powerful engines later. I would buy a 335 now if I could. Why wait to intro it?
First, give me the 3 series headlights, as I don't much care for the owl eyebrow thing on the 5. Never did grow on me.
Next I would offer the car in more than monochrome (black, white, silver and shades there of) and blue. How about indy or emola red?
Then I would offer everyone around the world the same options like nasca leather, m pieces from the factory, ventilated seats, individual options, etc.
After that, I would make L7 std like it is on the much cheaper 330.
I would also allow more flexibility on the wheel choices up front instead of having to take whatever comes with a package. I think it would give buyers more of a sense of personalization.
And lastly, make all the gremlins disappear. The technology in this car, as far as audio and multimedia goes ISN'T that complicated. The aftermarket stuff I have in some of my other cars is rock solid, and for the money, a much better buy. I am sick of being a beta tester because I buy a new model year.
To that point, quit making the ones who buy the first model year suffer by introducing the more powerful engines later. I would buy a 335 now if I could. Why wait to intro it?
09-29-2005, 04:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Rudy' date='Sep 29 2005, 05:46 AM
I think red calipers would look too out of place for most E60 buyers but I do think they should powder coat (or enamel) the calipers some other color like black or gray.? I don't understand why BMW doesn't pay more attention to this minor detail.? They're doing it on Cadillacs now, why not BMW?
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09-29-2005, 05:07 AM
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1-IPOD docking station with simple integration to IDrive..I can t believe luxury car makers have not been all over this one already
2-More and better Interior storage space
3-Rear LED adaptative braking lights
4-Confortable seats STANDARD!
2-More and better Interior storage space
3-Rear LED adaptative braking lights
4-Confortable seats STANDARD!