M-Sport available on all US models
12-28-2008, 08:37 AM
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According to BMW Blog, BMW NA has decided (finally) to make the M-Sport packages available on all US models.
Details for the E60 are below (per BMW Blog)
Means one of the advantages that the 550i had over the 535 has gone...
Additional options for the BMW 5 Series (excluding 550i and M5):
* Anthracite Headliner
* Multi-contour seats
* Shadowline Trim
* M Sport Suspension (RWD only)
* Active Roll Stabilization (RWD only)
* 18″ M wheels Style 135 M
* Carbon Black Metallic color can be ordered with the M Sport Package
The M Sport Package for the 528i and 535i has a price tag of $4,500 while the package for the 528xi, 535xi and 535xi Sport Wagon is valued at $3,000.
Details for the E60 are below (per BMW Blog)
Means one of the advantages that the 550i had over the 535 has gone...
Additional options for the BMW 5 Series (excluding 550i and M5):
* Anthracite Headliner
* Multi-contour seats
* Shadowline Trim
* M Sport Suspension (RWD only)
* Active Roll Stabilization (RWD only)
* 18″ M wheels Style 135 M
* Carbon Black Metallic color can be ordered with the M Sport Package
The M Sport Package for the 528i and 535i has a price tag of $4,500 while the package for the 528xi, 535xi and 535xi Sport Wagon is valued at $3,000.
12-28-2008, 08:41 AM
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not bad...AFAIK the m tech is available to order in the US for 535 and 528's currently. Back when I ordered my e60 last december I had that option. Also, via bmwusa.com...you've been able to configure a 535i and 528i with an m tech kit as an accessory. Excellent news tho...thanx for sharing 
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='754272' date='Dec 28 2008, 09:41 AM
not bad...AFAIK the m tech is available to order in the US for 535 and 528's currently. Back when I ordered my e60 last december I had that option. Also, via bmwusa.com...you've been able to configure a 535i and 528i with an m tech kit as an accessory. Excellent news tho...thanx for sharing
The full ZMP kit on an E60 will also include:
* M door sills
* M footrest
* M gearshift lever
* M steering wheel
* M wheels
* Available with an M exterior color
* Anthracite Headliner (not available for convertibles)
* Aerodynamic package
12-28-2008, 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='754275' date='Dec 28 2008, 09:44 AM
I think the news here is that it's finally the full monty including M Suspension (the option code for the new M-Sport pack is ZMP)
makes sense to dump some extra's into the 528i and 535i before the F10 comes out...kinda like a "special edition" version...
12-28-2008, 08:50 AM
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='754279' date='Dec 28 2008, 09:48 AM
agreed..hope this is till around in 2010 when my lease is up...I would def get another 535i with an M pack over a 550
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='754281' date='Dec 28 2008, 09:50 AM
Dead on - I suspect I may also do the same thing!
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The price point of 4500 is way cheaper than you trying to install all this as a retrofit.. I'll never buy a Bimmer again without the sport package. I wish I knew about all the benefits before buying my 1st 5 series.
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='754268' date='Dec 28 2008, 01:37 PM
According to BMW Blog, BMW NA has decided (finally) to make the M-Sport packages available on all US models.
Details for the E60 are below (per BMW Blog)
Means one of the advantages that the 550i had over the 535 has gone...
Additional options for the BMW 5 Series (excluding 550i and M5):
* Anthracite Headliner
* Multi-contour seats
* Shadowline Trim
* M Sport Suspension (RWD only)
* Active Roll Stabilization (RWD only)
* 18″ M wheels Style 135 M
* Carbon Black Metallic color can be ordered with the M Sport Package
The M Sport Package for the 528i and 535i has a price tag of $4,500 while the package for the 528xi, 535xi and 535xi Sport Wagon is valued at $3,000.
Details for the E60 are below (per BMW Blog)
Means one of the advantages that the 550i had over the 535 has gone...
Additional options for the BMW 5 Series (excluding 550i and M5):
* Anthracite Headliner
* Multi-contour seats
* Shadowline Trim
* M Sport Suspension (RWD only)
* Active Roll Stabilization (RWD only)
* 18″ M wheels Style 135 M
* Carbon Black Metallic color can be ordered with the M Sport Package
The M Sport Package for the 528i and 535i has a price tag of $4,500 while the package for the 528xi, 535xi and 535xi Sport Wagon is valued at $3,000.
12-28-2008, 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by tubby' post='754312' date='Dec 28 2008, 10:28 AM
Before ordering this package you should really take a long test drive in an M-sport equipped car. Sure they look nicer but the M suspension can be a pain in the arse (literally) on bumpy roads. My current car has the sports suspension, I'm wishing I'd just got a normal spec car and fitted the bodykit separately instead.
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='754313' date='Dec 28 2008, 10:29 AM
I live in so cal...good to go
