Need some help...330i or 530i (stick shift unaval)
09-30-2005, 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by 555' date='Oct 1 2005, 04:46 AM
My dealer was telling me a story that some guy ordered a manual E60 and then cancelled at the last minute.? And he said they absolutely could not sell the car.? Dealers are definitely not ordering manuals on their own.? 95% of the time, a special order, I'd guess.
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10-02-2005, 06:00 AM
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My Ride: Ordered: 2006 530i on Oct 1st, and due Mid Nov. 6 speed Manual, Navagation, Premium pkg, Sport pkg, Cold Weather pkg, Prem. Sound Package, Titanium Silver, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar wood. 18" 7 Spoke wheels (style 123), euro reflectors, Sat Radio installed.
Little bit of an update.
Had a chance to drive a 530 xi automatice, to get a feel for how the 530i sport manual will feel. Dealer had no 530i auto's or sticks, only the xi to test.
It felt pretty quick, not blazing fast, but I am hoping the 530i will have a little more zip. But I as happy with the new engine.
BY the way, is the 06 comparable to the e46 330i in terms of 0-60? They rate the 530i at 6.4. Does it feel as quick as a 5 speed 330i from 2003?
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Had a chance to drive a 530 xi automatice, to get a feel for how the 530i sport manual will feel. Dealer had no 530i auto's or sticks, only the xi to test.
It felt pretty quick, not blazing fast, but I am hoping the 530i will have a little more zip. But I as happy with the new engine.
BY the way, is the 06 comparable to the e46 330i in terms of 0-60? They rate the 530i at 6.4. Does it feel as quick as a 5 speed 330i from 2003?
Thanks
JK
10-02-2005, 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Evenflow545' date='Oct 2 2005, 02:05 PM
How about buying a used (under 10k miles) 545 for 50k?? That would have a "little more zip" for sure.
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Quite a lot more zip
10-02-2005, 09:04 AM
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My Ride: Ordered: 2006 530i on Oct 1st, and due Mid Nov. 6 speed Manual, Navagation, Premium pkg, Sport pkg, Cold Weather pkg, Prem. Sound Package, Titanium Silver, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar wood. 18" 7 Spoke wheels (style 123), euro reflectors, Sat Radio installed.
Honestly, I have driven a 6 speed manual, and while I feel more zip with the car, I still wanted to go with the 530i. I truely love ringing out the inline six, and it felt almost as quick as the 545i. Except on the highway, where the 8 cylinder really showed it's extra 60 horses. I could have even had a NJ 545i sitting on the lot, but what it really come sdown to is I want a brand new car with zero miles, and an 06. I like the changes BMW has made, and honestly, that was more important to me than a slightly faster car. Now the 550 is another story, as that truley will be a monster, but the way I would equip it, it would be close to 70,000. So, I think I am set on the 530 for now. Maybe in three years, I will trade up to a 550? But I wanted all the packages and at 56,450, I can't go much higher than that.
10-02-2005, 09:07 AM
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My Ride: Ordered: 2006 530i on Oct 1st, and due Mid Nov. 6 speed Manual, Navagation, Premium pkg, Sport pkg, Cold Weather pkg, Prem. Sound Package, Titanium Silver, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar wood. 18" 7 Spoke wheels (style 123), euro reflectors, Sat Radio installed.
Might I also add, I was getting a price of about 60 bucks less if I went with a 330i.
So I feel the 530 is a step up? Would you all agree? Or is the 530 not considered a step up, or is it comparable to a 330i performace wise?
I realize the bigger car will not handle like a 3, but I have heard the 530i Sport Pack makes the car amazing...
255hp and 6 speed still equates to a sporty car. Atleast thats how i percieve it.
JK
So I feel the 530 is a step up? Would you all agree? Or is the 530 not considered a step up, or is it comparable to a 330i performace wise?
I realize the bigger car will not handle like a 3, but I have heard the 530i Sport Pack makes the car amazing...
255hp and 6 speed still equates to a sporty car. Atleast thats how i percieve it.
JK
10-02-2005, 10:01 AM
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My Ride: 530 2006
msport package, steptronic, pdc, mystik blue, grey dakota leather, sunroof, Bi-Xenon, heated rear seats, Hi-FI system, velour carpets
Go for the 5-serie!!
10-02-2005, 12:25 PM
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If you're looking for more room, get the E60. However, if you want to keep the same driving dynamics, get the new E90. The E60 is a great luxury sedan, but you can't take away from the character of the 3, especially the new E90. I haven't read one negative review yet.
10-02-2005, 03:36 PM
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My Ride: Ordered: 2006 530i on Oct 1st, and due Mid Nov. 6 speed Manual, Navagation, Premium pkg, Sport pkg, Cold Weather pkg, Prem. Sound Package, Titanium Silver, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar wood. 18" 7 Spoke wheels (style 123), euro reflectors, Sat Radio installed.
I really think at this juncture, I am looking more at the luxury side of the equation. I have had a 330i the last 3 years, and while its a point and shoot car, I really do want more room when traveling; I find I am sometimes cramped at 6 feet, sitting in the drivers chair. A 5 series seems to be more spacious. But, I will admit, the 5 feels like a biger car, even though it's only 40 lbs heavier than a 3 series. Does anyone else find that truely amazing?
I guess, basically what I am looking for is the power of my old e46, the more luxury lexus like quality I feel the 5 series has.
I would have loved a 550i, but...at 10,000 more, leasing, it would have broke the bank. Also, I am not a true fan of active steering, so thats why I am choosing not to grab that option as well.
I guess, basically what I am looking for is the power of my old e46, the more luxury lexus like quality I feel the 5 series has.
I would have loved a 550i, but...at 10,000 more, leasing, it would have broke the bank. Also, I am not a true fan of active steering, so thats why I am choosing not to grab that option as well.
10-03-2005, 06:40 AM
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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
Rent a car and wait for the 5 series you will look more sophisticated in a 5, 3 are for kids.
Ask if your dealer could rent you a bimmer for the time being, my dealer does that for me (6 years ago in Canada).
Ask if your dealer could rent you a bimmer for the time being, my dealer does that for me (6 years ago in Canada).