Jaguar XF SC vs. BMW 535i - Undecided
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Originally Posted by Matt_535i' post='556190' date='Apr 4 2008, 02:52 PM
....the build quality of a BMW interior is head and shoulders above the Jag and the Audi.
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Originally Posted by pukka' post='556207' date='Apr 4 2008, 03:24 PM
Maybe the Jag, but the Audi ?
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Originally Posted by bobster52' post='552439' date='Mar 28 2008, 04:20 PM
Mercedes have become Chryslers, Jags have become Fords but BMW's are still German made Sport Sedans!
Chris Bangle is an American.
The 3 series (and I'm pretty sure the X series) are made in Spartansburg SC.
The 5 series (not the E60) used to be built in S. Africa, which by the way also makes the 3.
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Originally Posted by Matt_535i' post='556214' date='Apr 4 2008, 03:44 PM
Of course... to me, the Audi interior is really not "all that". The door panels, quality of the leather, switch gear, etc. is not on a par with BMW - especially when you compare an A4 to a 3-Series. The A6 is a little better, but not much. To me, it feels like an "old man's car" and the interior is part of that. Like I said, it's all personal opinion at the end of the day, but that's how I feel. Others may think differently and that's fine...
I'd only give BMW interiors an advantage in terms of style. And IMO the LCI versions are better than the non LCI.
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Just read in Autoweek the 2010 model (the one out now is 2009) with be a new 5 liter (now 4.2) 500 hp supercharged and 400 hp normally aspirated.
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Originally Posted by pukka' post='556215' date='Apr 4 2008, 04:46 PM
Not exactly true:
Chris Bangle is an American.
The 3 series (and I'm pretty sure the X series) are made in Spartansburg SC.
The 5 series (not the E60) used to be built in S. Africa, which by the way also makes the 3.
Chris Bangle is an American.
The 3 series (and I'm pretty sure the X series) are made in Spartansburg SC.
The 5 series (not the E60) used to be built in S. Africa, which by the way also makes the 3.
The E39 & E60 were/are only built in Dingolfing. 5 million 5s per their website: http://www.bmw-plant-dingolfing.com/dingol...m/en/index.html
I believe the 3 series for certain markets and certain 3er parts for all markets is the only thing built in South Africa.
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1992 Camaro RS:
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Originally Posted by Richard in NC' post='556503' date='Apr 5 2008, 08:38 AM
Currently, only the Z4 and the X5 are built in Spartanburg, SC. The X6 and next gen X3 will be built there.
The E39 & E60 were/are only built in Dingolfing. 5 million 5s per their website: http://www.bmw-plant-dingolfing.com/dingol...m/en/index.html
I believe the 3 series for certain markets and certain 3er parts for all markets is the only thing built in South Africa.
The E39 & E60 were/are only built in Dingolfing. 5 million 5s per their website: http://www.bmw-plant-dingolfing.com/dingol...m/en/index.html
I believe the 3 series for certain markets and certain 3er parts for all markets is the only thing built in South Africa.
As for the S.Africa plant - I do remember pricing a 540i back in 2002 when I was in the states and I noticed on the sticker the car was assembled there. But I can't find a solid reference to support my claim.
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Originally Posted by Matt_535i' post='555476' date='Apr 3 2008, 01:38 PM
I have driven both cars, and actually recently placed my order for a 535i. Obviously this is a BMW forum, but I will try to be as objective as possible...
...I think the BMW engine is more efficient, getting 300HP from a V6, rather than a V8.
...I think the BMW engine is more efficient, getting 300HP from a V6, rather than a V8.
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Originally Posted by SergeyM' post='557239' date='Apr 6 2008, 09:50 PM
If you really want an efficient V6 engine with 300+hp you need to go with Lexus or Infiniti. BMW does not build them.
But the 535i boast an additional ~25 lb-ft tq.
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Originally Posted by Matt_535i' post='556189' date='Apr 4 2008, 02:48 PM
I'm confused... Are you saying that using a V8 to generate 300HP is more efficient than using a V6 to generate 300HP? Perhaps you should buy a Mustang?
Umm... You do realize that BMW does not have a V6??? And you even HAVE a 6-cylinder BMW and aren't catching on!
