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12-13-2006, 06:41 PM
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My Ride: BMW E60 530i, Production Date May 2005
Hi,
My E60 530i was built in May 2005 for the Australian market and it doesn't come with a SOCKET or TORCH.
I gotta buy both at a cost of A$75, what a rip off.
Cheerz :'(
My E60 530i was built in May 2005 for the Australian market and it doesn't come with a SOCKET or TORCH.
I gotta buy both at a cost of A$75, what a rip off.
Cheerz :'(
12-13-2006, 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='367176' date='Dec 14 2006, 12:52 AM
We Yanks get the torch included -- at least it was on my car.
I think it's one of those country specific things that they nickel and dime you on...
I think it's one of those country specific things that they nickel and dime you on...
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12-13-2006, 10:53 PM
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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"
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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
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2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
On our cars in HK, we have the socket but no torch.
On the E46 I've owned in Canada it came with the flashlight/torch, I thought is a step back when I got the E60 that this car is more expensive yet it doesn't come with the torch.
But I am not too bother by it as I have used the torch like 2-3 times during my ownership of the E46.
On the E46 I've owned in Canada it came with the flashlight/torch, I thought is a step back when I got the E60 that this car is more expensive yet it doesn't come with the torch.
But I am not too bother by it as I have used the torch like 2-3 times during my ownership of the E46.
12-14-2006, 12:37 AM
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My Ride: Expected delivery on 15 Jan 2007 525I Olivian Green, Beige Interior, PP, CWP, PDC, SP, Rear shades,heated rear seats, Ipod fitted, Nav, Oem Rims 166, Xenon Lights, Wood grain package, illuminated door sills
Mine has it also 
I think its pretty much based on where you are located.
I think its pretty much based on where you are located.
12-14-2006, 12:39 AM
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Originally Posted by vafinest25' post='367325' date='Dec 14 2006, 09:37 AM
Mine has it also I think its pretty much based on where you are located.
I think its pretty much based on where you are located.ABC
12-14-2006, 01:14 AM
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Originally Posted by kscarrol' post='367218' date='Dec 14 2006, 02:41 AM
Wow, thanks for the clarification on torch!! 
I was tearing apart my boot looking for the stick... LOL
I was tearing apart my boot looking for the stick... LOL
I tried to buy a train ticket in the USA once. I asked for what it would be called in the UK - "A return ticket to xxxxxx"
what I got was a book of 10 tickets for the chicago train system. I should have asked for a 'round trip' ticket.
Sometimes terminology can screw people up, so I was just being clear in my definitions
cheers
steve
12-14-2006, 01:31 AM
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My Drive…… 530d Sport (E61) 2005, Carbon Black, Beige Leather, Auto, Comfort Seats, Panoramic Sun Roof, SATNAV Professional, 6 CD, ( Media Pack), Bi- Xenon’s Adaptive, Headlight Washers,Folding Mirrors, Sun Blinds, Sun Protection Glass, Advanced Air Conditioning / Heating, Blue Tooth with integrated Phone.
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Originally Posted by steve_gus' post='367334' date='Dec 14 2006, 10:14 AM
Im trying to make it easy for you guys
I tried to buy a train ticket in the USA once. I asked for what it would be called in the UK - "A return ticket to xxxxxx"
what I got was a book of 10 tickets for the chicago train system. I should have asked for a 'round trip' ticket.
Sometimes terminology can screw people up, so I was just being clear in my definitions
cheers
steve
I tried to buy a train ticket in the USA once. I asked for what it would be called in the UK - "A return ticket to xxxxxx"
what I got was a book of 10 tickets for the chicago train system. I should have asked for a 'round trip' ticket.
Sometimes terminology can screw people up, so I was just being clear in my definitions
cheers
steve
Got my torch off Ebay for ?2.50
12-14-2006, 03:19 AM
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Originally Posted by daMANiack' post='367239' date='Dec 14 2006, 04:41 AM
My E60 530i was built in May 2005 for the Australian market and it doesn't come with a SOCKET or TORCH.
It seems the most people over here in the EU didn't used it, so they let it out. But in the US such little goodies can't be taken away, or the customers start complaining, even though they don't use it.
So they can't take it out of the US cars.
For all others, there is a socket... Hidden... You just need to buy the torch, open the socket and plug it in.