Leaving the E60 family tomorrow
10-28-2005 | 06:35 AM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
WOW... I love that car still... you just sent some tingles down my spine!
Any cheap 2003s out there? Maybe I want one now...
Any cheap 2003s out there? Maybe I want one now...
10-28-2005 | 09:36 AM
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From: Eugene, Home of the OREGON DUCKS!! and CA
My Ride: BMW M-Power
Originally Posted by SteveHI' date='Oct 27 2005, 11:40 PM
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4. I was surprised to find that the NAV, stereo, etc. is controlled with a system which is clearly the predecessor to iDrive.? Instead of the iDrive knob that we've become accustomed to, it's a small knob on the right side of the NAV screen.? I guess this is nothing new to those who have owned e39's.
5. I miss active steering.?
6. Clutch engagement is much better than the e60.? Travel is much shorter and there is no CDV.? Also, there is no "chatter" when declutching at low engine speeds.
7. M-Audio is nice, but a notch below Logic 7.
8. Fuel consumption is going to be horrendous.? The OBC is telling me 11.8 mpg for my first 30-mile round trip commute.?
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4. I was surprised to find that the NAV, stereo, etc. is controlled with a system which is clearly the predecessor to iDrive.? Instead of the iDrive knob that we've become accustomed to, it's a small knob on the right side of the NAV screen.? I guess this is nothing new to those who have owned e39's.
5. I miss active steering.?
6. Clutch engagement is much better than the e60.? Travel is much shorter and there is no CDV.? Also, there is no "chatter" when declutching at low engine speeds.
7. M-Audio is nice, but a notch below Logic 7.
8. Fuel consumption is going to be horrendous.? The OBC is telling me 11.8 mpg for my first 30-mile round trip commute.?
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. For the most part, I would consider your move a downgrade. The E60 benefits from 7 additional of R& D and it centainly shows. The M Audio in the E39 M5 is not even in the same world of the Logic-7. 
I agree that an M cars will always be an M car 30 yrs from now. And that would be the only reason to get the E39 M5 IMO. I hope that is the reason why you made the change.
cheers,
beewang
10-28-2005 | 10:01 AM
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From: Central Cal, California USA
My Ride: -SOLD- 530i Alpine White. Sport package, comfort seat package, premium sound package, power rear shade, premium package, rear red reflectors, and adaptive headlights with xenon’s
Originally Posted by EBMCS03' date='Oct 25 2005, 08:20 PM
Nooooooooooooooo whos M5 is it? Theres only a limited amount on the island... are they from m5board.com?
MAN!!! what color and what interior? Premium Sound? Sunshades? Fold Seats? Those are really the only 3 options. Thats awesome. You'll love the E39 M5. But I do prefer the E60 looks more.
P.S. alohalc is going to be sad... speaking of which... where is that guy?
MAN!!! what color and what interior? Premium Sound? Sunshades? Fold Seats? Those are really the only 3 options. Thats awesome. You'll love the E39 M5. But I do prefer the E60 looks more.
P.S. alohalc is going to be sad... speaking of which... where is that guy?
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Congrats SteveHI
EBMCS03,
I was wondering the same thing about our buddy alohalc.
10-28-2005 | 10:18 AM
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From: Waikele, HI
My Ride: 2004 545i, Jet Black/Black, Manual, Sport, Logic 7
Originally Posted by amigo525' date='Oct 28 2005, 01:48 AM
from the pictures, the paint looks real nice. How is the interior? was the priview owner a smoker ?
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The interior is extended black leather with bruyere wood trim and alcantara headliner. I don't think the rear seats were used much, if at all.
10-28-2005 | 10:27 AM
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From: Hong Kong
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
Nice ride, M will always be a M. But if you ask me I would still choose the E60 because I have just spent 6 years with the E39 and 2 months with the E60, well the fresh feeling still lye with the E60. 
10-28-2005 | 03:49 PM
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From: Dublin. Ireland
My Ride: 09 - 520d M Sport - Steptronic - Carbon Black - Black Dakota Leather Sports Seats electric- Auto Climate - Piano Black Bamboo - Antracite Headlining - Business Media Kit - Sat Nav - Bluetooth - CD Changer - Auxillary Port and USB - M Sport Multifunction Steering - Lowered M Suspension - 18" Alloys with RFT - M Badged - M Bumpers and Bodykit - Park Distance Control - Advanced Voice Rec - Auto Dim Mirror - Privacy Glass - 5 Year Service Inclusive
Previous -06 - 525 M Sport - Steptronic - Sapphire Black - Black Nappa Leather Sports Seats - Auto Climate - Alluminium Cubed Interior - Anthracite Headliner - Business CD with Auxillary Port - M Sport Multifunction Steering - Bluetooth - Lowered M Suspension - 18" Alloys with RFT - M Badged - M Bumpers and Bodykit - Park Distance Control - Spare Wheel kit - Advanced Voice Rec
Nice Move mate, I have had so many problems with my E60 that I am well sorry I didnt keep my Printine E39
10-29-2005 | 09:46 AM
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Conrats!
Very very clean and nice looking car
I had a Carbonblack M5 E39 and it was a joy to drive. The exhaust sound ( with Eisenmann mufflers ) was actually better than that of my M5 E60
The steering of the E39 was the thing I disliked the most though
Enjoy it! If it?s any comfort - the M5 E60 is even more thirsty!
Very very clean and nice looking car
I had a Carbonblack M5 E39 and it was a joy to drive. The exhaust sound ( with Eisenmann mufflers ) was actually better than that of my M5 E60
The steering of the E39 was the thing I disliked the most though
Enjoy it! If it?s any comfort - the M5 E60 is even more thirsty!
10-29-2005 | 11:17 AM
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From: Helsinki, Finland
My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
I brave move, I must say.
You just must love the 5 litre V8 with 400 bhp and 500 newton-meters of torgue.
I'm just reading a original BMW brouchure printed 1998 and realize that you do not have the original wheels on your auto.
The M5, or any M is an classic, but then you have to keep it mint and original, in my meaning
You just must love the 5 litre V8 with 400 bhp and 500 newton-meters of torgue.
I'm just reading a original BMW brouchure printed 1998 and realize that you do not have the original wheels on your auto.
The M5, or any M is an classic, but then you have to keep it mint and original, in my meaning