Ordered a facelifted 525d
01-22-2007, 08:57 AM
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Well, this issue with extra features never ends. However, I was lucky to have a hands-on possibility to compare a standard E60 and my own car during the delivery process of my car last years. I had for one week and 1300 km a standard 523i touring since my own car was late. I was a fine car, much better than my previous car VW Golf. But immediately once I got my own machine, I noticed that to difference between two E60s can be really significant. M-Sport wheel, sport seats and HUD gives you so much more that it's nearly impossible to talk about standard car and well-equipped version as a same model. M-Sport aerokit is fine, but the most notable thing in M-Sport packet is the steering wheel. It gives you better control to your car and is joy to steer. Sport seats are also fine, but if you can't take both, I'd suggest the wheel.
One interesting feature is the audio with leather seats. The sound is more crisp and significantly better with leather seats compared to standard fabric. Even I could hear the difference even though I'm far from audiofreek. Hi-fi system is fine, but I have managed with my standard stereos fine. I tried 335i with Hi-fi, which sounded also fine.
One interesting feature is the audio with leather seats. The sound is more crisp and significantly better with leather seats compared to standard fabric. Even I could hear the difference even though I'm far from audiofreek. Hi-fi system is fine, but I have managed with my standard stereos fine. I tried 335i with Hi-fi, which sounded also fine.
01-22-2007, 10:23 AM
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I just ordered my first ever BMW too today..
525d SE Tourer, Space Grey, Auto, Lux Pack, comfort seats, Heated front/rear seats, Interior Light Package, 243 style wheels, Prof radio and USB Interface.
For End March delivery..... Cant wait
525d SE Tourer, Space Grey, Auto, Lux Pack, comfort seats, Heated front/rear seats, Interior Light Package, 243 style wheels, Prof radio and USB Interface.
For End March delivery..... Cant wait
01-22-2007, 10:28 AM
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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.
Originally Posted by vji6697' post='381718' date='Jan 22 2007, 09:23 PM
I just ordered my first ever BMW too today..
525d SE Tourer, Space Grey, Auto, Lux Pack, comfort seats, Heated front/rear seats, Interior Light Package, 243 style wheels, Prof radio and USB Interface.
For End March delivery..... Cant wait
525d SE Tourer, Space Grey, Auto, Lux Pack, comfort seats, Heated front/rear seats, Interior Light Package, 243 style wheels, Prof radio and USB Interface.
For End March delivery..... Cant wait
You only missed the autotrans
A Touring, it is...
01-22-2007, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Ricracing' post='381720' date='Jan 22 2007, 07:28 PM
Congrats!
You only missed the autotrans
A Touring, it is...
You only missed the autotrans
A Touring, it is...
Nah, Its there. Auto... Dont want to be doing with a manual now
01-22-2007, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Sahil' post='381611' date='Jan 22 2007, 03:43 PM
What are the specs on the facelifted 525d? bhp? 0 to 100 timing?
I am confused if i should get a 525i or a 525d?
I am confused if i should get a 525i or a 525d?
01-22-2007, 12:53 PM
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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.
Originally Posted by tume' post='381748' date='Jan 22 2007, 10:45 PM
3L diesel engine with 197hp.. If I remember correctly 0 to 100 was 7.6 seconds.
CO2 only 172
400 Nm of torgue!
02-23-2007, 07:29 AM
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Bit the bullet today and made a last minute order to my car: M-sport package. I was wondering how much it would cost to get M-aerokit and rims+wheels afterwards, and came to a conclusion that it's cheaper to just get the package. Not to mention that I get extras like sport seats with the package, and don't have the pain to seek new aerodynamic kit for the LCI somewhere + paint + install it.. I have dropped rear folding seats from the order, else is intact (sensatec, wheel and suspension have changed due to M-sport). Car will go to production soon, in week 10.
02-25-2007, 10:54 AM
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My Ride: 530d SE Touring, Silver, Black Dakota, Bluetooth, Panoramic Sunroof, Xenon, 18" 123 alloys, CD changer
Dont get sports suspension. It may look better but it makes the ride terrible. I love how a SPORT model looks, but I couldnt live with one, and I like hard suspension on a car!
02-26-2007, 09:12 AM
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My Ride: Jan 2006 E63 650i Sport
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Options:
Sport version (includes: sport-seats, sport-suspension, M-Sport steering wheel, Anthracite headliner, Shaddow Line), Saphire Black, Black Dakota Leather, Anthracite Maple Wood trim, Steptronic Auto, Xenons, NAV-Professional with Voice Control, TV, CD-Changer, Bluetooth, Logic7, Head-up Display, Comfort Access, Seat Heating front, Auto Dimming & Folding Mirrors, Extended Auto Air Conditioning, PDC.
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Spacers 5mm front & 15mm rear
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20" Alpina Softline (Classic) with Dunlop Sport Maxx non-RFT (255/35/20 & 285/30/20)
Originally Posted by tume' post='394674' date='Feb 23 2007, 05:29 PM
Bit the bullet today and made a last minute order to my car: M-sport package. I was wondering how much it would cost to get M-aerokit and rims+wheels afterwards, and came to a conclusion that it's cheaper to just get the package. Not to mention that I get extras like sport seats with the package, and don't have the pain to seek new aerodynamic kit for the LCI somewhere + paint + install it.. I have dropped rear folding seats from the order, else is intact (sensatec, wheel and suspension have changed due to M-sport). Car will go to production soon, in week 10.
Good work - good choice! Any idea when delivery will be?
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