New 525i
02-09-2008, 06:39 PM
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My Ride: MY08 525i, platinum grey, black dakota leather, black trim, sunroof, HUD, bluetooth, TV, phone, 70% tint
It's been a month since I picked up this new MY08 525i LCI. Was a end-of-year clearance, so didn't have a choice of colour or trim. However, quite happy with the platinum grey, black Dakota leather and black trim. They gave me a BMW FS discount and a corporate discount. Bought it on the Full Circle Program, so car goes back to the delaer in 4-years time with a guaranteed residual. Because of the Christmas/New Year holiday closure, car was only registered in Jan 08, which was fine with me. Dealer wanted $2,850 for the 'protection pack' which included tinting, paint protection, leather seal etc. I had a little chuckle and politely declined. Went to the Tint Professor and got non-metallic 70% tint for $265. Make sure you don't get metallic tint as it interferes with the radio. Got paint protection done elsewhere for $395.
and congrats on your new ride, Looks very sharp 
02-10-2008, 01:47 AM
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My Ride: MY08 525i, platinum grey, black dakota leather, black trim, sunroof, HUD, bluetooth, TV, phone, 70% tint
Originally Posted by Casper' post='529414' date='Feb 9 2008, 11:37 PM
Great looking car, how is the engine? Is the car too heavy for such a small engine? Is the acceleration acceptable? What is the rated HP? 160?
My previous car was a Subaru Forester XT Turbo. The 525i acceleration is certainly a let down in comparison, but its fine for city driving.
02-10-2008, 04:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Chef' post='529401' date='Feb 9 2008, 10:39 PM
It's been a month since I picked up this new MY08 525i LCI. Was a end-of-year clearance, so didn't have a choice of colour or trim. However, quite happy with the platinum grey, black Dakota leather and black trim. They gave me a BMW FS discount and a corporate discount. Bought it on the Full Circle Program, so car goes back to the delaer in 4-years time with a guaranteed residual. Because of the Christmas/New Year holiday closure, car was only registered in Jan 08, which was fine with me. Dealer wanted $2,850 for the 'protection pack' which included tinting, paint protection, leather seal etc. I had a little chuckle and politely declined. Went to the Tint Professor and got non-metallic 70% tint for $265. Make sure you don't get metallic tint as it interferes with the radio. Got paint protection done elsewhere for $395.
I think you may have been sold a second quality model with a manufacturing defect.
If you just look at the pics you posted, especially the second, you will clearly see the that the steering wheel was in fact installed on the passanger side of the car.
However, if you don't mind that, the car is a beauty, enjoy!
02-10-2008, 05:11 AM
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Originally Posted by gene1' post='529472' date='Feb 10 2008, 02:29 PM
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I think you didn't just get a good deal because of the end of year clearance.
I think you may have been sold a second quality model with a manufacturing defect.
If you just look at the pics you posted, especially the second, you will clearly see the that the steering wheel was in fact installed on the passanger side of the car.
However, if you don't mind that, the car is a beauty, enjoy!
I think you may have been sold a second quality model with a manufacturing defect.
If you just look at the pics you posted, especially the second, you will clearly see the that the steering wheel was in fact installed on the passanger side of the car.
However, if you don't mind that, the car is a beauty, enjoy!
Congrats Chef on the new ride!
Looks very slick and stylish
