I've had it!!!!!!!!!!!
03-16-2006, 03:25 AM
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Originally Posted by blingo' post='255501' date='Mar 16 2006, 03:01 AM
It's only when the faithful start to leave that BMW will get their act together. 
03-16-2006, 03:51 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:
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)
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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!
So, I had my meeting with the BMW rep today.
Of course, the SMG was almost fine on the short drive with him.
Anyway, some issues he acknowledged, some he told me are just "normal". I still disagree.
They kept the car for yet another software update and I have a loaner now (2006 530xi, this car has an incredible amout of creaks, much worse than mine. The front windshield sounds like an old ship).
I have decided to trade my car in (they offered me a decent deal) and to order a 6 speed manual 330i tomorrow. Its time for me to move on.
I dove the 330i and liked it a lot. The front room is basically equivalent to th E60. Am I making a mistake?
Of course, the SMG was almost fine on the short drive with him.
Anyway, some issues he acknowledged, some he told me are just "normal". I still disagree.
They kept the car for yet another software update and I have a loaner now (2006 530xi, this car has an incredible amout of creaks, much worse than mine. The front windshield sounds like an old ship).
I have decided to trade my car in (they offered me a decent deal) and to order a 6 speed manual 330i tomorrow. Its time for me to move on.
I dove the 330i and liked it a lot. The front room is basically equivalent to th E60. Am I making a mistake?
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Hi drjochen, good luck for you, better to stay with BMW and that is luxurious, still do not buy why ppl are so "mad" about a US-Nissan???? but every ppl have their own cup of tea.
I skipped E90 that wud be more reasonable and less cheaper for me even if fully opted, But that was the best decision we made (both wife prefered the E60, listen to wise women always) in the end the reason was skipping the 3er that the room in the front for me (driver), but if for you it is sufficient you will have a lot of FUN with a small, light car doped with 3L engine
03-16-2006, 04:28 AM
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My Ride: #1: 2004 545i; 6-speed manual; Sport Package; Mystic Blue with a gray leather interior and Anthracite wood; CWP; Logic 7.
#2: 2010 535xi Touring; Automatic.
If you don't care about the back seat, the 330i manual is a great choice. I hope BMW can make you happy. Sorry your 545 was a pain. (Between the automatic problems and the SMG problems, I'm glad I got my manual. Sad that I have to say that, because it's not like the other transmissions are cutting-edge, experimental technologies -- BMW just hasn't gotten them right.)
03-16-2006, 05:19 AM
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Well, as long as you don't need the cargo space of the e60 or the power of the V8 (the torque and pull from this motor I think is the only thing you'll miss), then you should be just fine.
Good to hear that the dealer at least gave you an acceptable trade-in price.
Oh! Almost forgot...BMW builds one solid manual transmission. You will love driving once again.
Good to hear that the dealer at least gave you an acceptable trade-in price.
Oh! Almost forgot...BMW builds one solid manual transmission. You will love driving once again.
03-16-2006, 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by drjochen' post='255564' date='Mar 16 2006, 12:25 PM
I givbe them one more shot. If this car also has problems, I will never drive BMW again.
IMO e60 is also a great car - let down by some ill conceived and implemented technical b*llsh*t.
I'm happy to live with that, but I don't blame you for moving on given the problems you've endured.
Good luck with the 330 - glad you haven't given up on bimmers.
03-16-2006, 10:56 AM
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Now you think I have lost it: I was at the delaer to order my e90 and the owner stepped in and offered me a 2007 530i at dealer cost with an additional allowance from BMW, which would basically bring the cost of the 530i down substantially. Hell, what am I supposed to do now? I finally got the e90 swallowed and now this...
03-16-2006, 12:00 PM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Give it one more shot. Get the 530. I'm sure you had a bad lemon with your 545 thats all it was. the 07 is a lot better.
03-16-2006, 12:37 PM
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Please do yourself a favor and get the 530, even though you went thru hell with the other E60, it dosent mean a thing, this happens with ALL cars now and then. I think if you dont get the 530, you will regret it down the road.
03-16-2006, 12:45 PM
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I'm recommending you go with the 330. For two reasons
1. Time for something different
2. You will never be happy with the power of the 6 after having the 8. Try and get them to give you the same deal on the 330 they were offering on the 530 - I don't see why they wouldn't.
Good luck.
1. Time for something different
2. You will never be happy with the power of the 6 after having the 8. Try and get them to give you the same deal on the 330 they were offering on the 530 - I don't see why they wouldn't.
Good luck.
