I'm official!
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From: Boston, MA
My Ride: 2006 530xi, Silver grey metallic, Black leather interior with poplar wood trim, Premium package, Premium sound package, Cold weather package, Sport package, Automatic transmission, Style 124 wheels with 245/40 ZR18 93W ContiExtremeContact all season radials, Red reflectors, 3M Clear Bra, Samsung A920 Bluetooth Sprint phone with updated firmware (version ZB06 and ZB07), Hardwired Passport X50 Blue LED (switched from Valentine One). Build date 1/06.
Hi everyone,
Well, I picked up my new 2006 530xi last week and just posted photos today. It was cloudy, so the photos don't do the car justice, but I wanted to take advantage of the fact that I just washed it!
I love this car- it's very different from my 2000 528i. More power, a more stable feel, and lots more gadgets
I've mastered iDrive as well- it's not bad at all. My only "complaint" is that they seem to have done away with the dipstick. On my 528i, I used to suction out the oil from the dipstick when doing my own oil changes. Anyone figure out if DIY oil changes are possible with this car?
Thanks to all those who gave me advice over the past few months!
Well, I picked up my new 2006 530xi last week and just posted photos today. It was cloudy, so the photos don't do the car justice, but I wanted to take advantage of the fact that I just washed it!
I love this car- it's very different from my 2000 528i. More power, a more stable feel, and lots more gadgets
I've mastered iDrive as well- it's not bad at all. My only "complaint" is that they seem to have done away with the dipstick. On my 528i, I used to suction out the oil from the dipstick when doing my own oil changes. Anyone figure out if DIY oil changes are possible with this car?Thanks to all those who gave me advice over the past few months!
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My Ride: 2005 525i Titanium Silver Metalic and 2003 325xi Jet Black with the Premium Package in both cars.
A very fine looking ride, great pixs, nice photo gallery. Best of luck and enjoy......enjoy and did I say ENJOY. 
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Nice car. Check the Technical Gallery for documents on oil changes. Sorry but I'm not 100% sure if the instructions for the 530 are for the new or old version...
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My Ride: '11 X5 xDrive35i Sport Activity M Sport Carbon Black Cinnamon Brown Dark Bamboo Anthracite Headliner M Sports Pkg Convenience Pkg Active Steering Comfort Access Heated Front Seats Navigation Premium Hi-Fi
Looks great congrats 
congrats
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Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Boston, MA
My Ride: 2006 530xi, Silver grey metallic, Black leather interior with poplar wood trim, Premium package, Premium sound package, Cold weather package, Sport package, Automatic transmission, Style 124 wheels with 245/40 ZR18 93W ContiExtremeContact all season radials, Red reflectors, 3M Clear Bra, Samsung A920 Bluetooth Sprint phone with updated firmware (version ZB06 and ZB07), Hardwired Passport X50 Blue LED (switched from Valentine One). Build date 1/06.
Thanks everyone! LowOrbit, they wouldn't give me credit on the other wheels, so now I have 4 extras. I'm storing the original rims and tires (style 138, 17", already mounted with original all reasons radials) for now. Might sell them, or use the rims for snows if needed...
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My Ride: BMW ///M 525xi Carbon Black - Dakota Black Leather - Riegel Ahorn Anthrazit trim - Alloy wheels 135 8Jx18" - Sport Seats - Bi-Xenon Headlights - Nav. System Professional - Bluetooth phone prep. - Auto-Dim. Int + Folding exterior mirrors - Rear Blind (electric) and side blinds - PDC - Foldable rear seats - Trailer Clutch
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1980 - E21 320
1984 - E21 323i - White
1988 - E34 520i - Light Blue
1995 - E39 528i - Dark Blue -- Momo 17" wheels
2001 - E39 530d - Stahblau -- ///M-kit
2002 - Mini Cooper S - Dark Silver -- wifes car
2006 - E60 525xi - Carbon black -- ///M-kit
Mods: Anti carjacking system CJ-1
well sc02492, i'm sure you will love the x-drive in your car!!! I just love that 4 weel drive, definitely in the snow 
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Congrats and nice car
. Congrats and nice car