replacement for stolen X5 4.6is?
08-11-2005, 05:30 AM
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Hi...
So almost as expected, my beloved X5 4.6is was stolen the other day in Budapest, Hungary (So many X5?s have been stolen in Europe so I saw it coming i guess).
Well anyway, I have started to check around for the car that eventually will replace the X5 and I must say that Im having a hard time making my mind up, therefore this entry in the forum.
I am a performance guy and like to have some power under the hood more then I enjoy having a car that stands out too much (allthough an attractive car offcourse is nice)
So what do I do, which car(s) is/are recomended by you guys as a fine replacement for the X5 taking into account that I run a family of 5 (myself included)?
Is the 545 the answer....the 535d, or perhaps the 7-series?
Thanks for your time
So almost as expected, my beloved X5 4.6is was stolen the other day in Budapest, Hungary (So many X5?s have been stolen in Europe so I saw it coming i guess).
Well anyway, I have started to check around for the car that eventually will replace the X5 and I must say that Im having a hard time making my mind up, therefore this entry in the forum.
I am a performance guy and like to have some power under the hood more then I enjoy having a car that stands out too much (allthough an attractive car offcourse is nice)
So what do I do, which car(s) is/are recomended by you guys as a fine replacement for the X5 taking into account that I run a family of 5 (myself included)?
Is the 545 the answer....the 535d, or perhaps the 7-series?
Thanks for your time
08-11-2005, 06:18 AM
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yea I wish...hehe......
problem is thoughagain: to much attention in a country like Hungary, here they steel cars like crazy for transportation and sale in ukraine/russia
and the price of the M5 would be quite hard on the pocket....but it is a great car
problem is thoughagain: to much attention in a country like Hungary, here they steel cars like crazy for transportation and sale in ukraine/russia
and the price of the M5 would be quite hard on the pocket....but it is a great car
08-11-2005, 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by liquido' date='Aug 11 2005, 03:18 PM
yea I wish...hehe......
problem is? thoughagain: to much attention in a country like Hungary, here they steel cars like crazy for transportation and sale in ukraine/russia
and the price of the M5 would be quite hard on the pocket....but it is a great car
problem is? thoughagain: to much attention in a country like Hungary, here they steel cars like crazy for transportation and sale in ukraine/russia
and the price of the M5 would be quite hard on the pocket....but it is a great car
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They still cars all over the world but need a good insurrance.
i keep mine in a garage and check twice before getting in and out.
Cheer up man go for 535d or wait for the new X5!
M5 in Hungary they ordered 10 and some M6 but too much attention even to mob guys and they do not really insure it against theft.
08-11-2005, 06:32 AM
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My Ride: MY RIDE is DA real .-) HAMANN 5 aka BLACK MAMBA born on 16/06/2005/delivered on 05/08/2005 as following:
530dA (steptronic), Black II (JET), leather Dakota auburn black, mapple trim, head-up display, dynamic drive, active steering, adaptive xenon headlights (auto levelling) with headlight washers, alarm, comfort seats with massage function, advanced A/C, big compartment armrest, aux-in, MP3, Logic 7, Radio PRO, CD in-dash+cd changer, power rear sunshades, rear airbags, park distance control, auto dimming folding mirrors, smoking package, shiny shadow line (individual), fold down rear seats, ski bag, sport suspension, run flats on �116-style� rims (Good Year NCT5+), cup holders, debadged, fire extinguishers, additional permanent power outlet, BMW coat hanger, trunk release button (installed by Hobi), GPS tracking device and a big thx 2 Iceman.
Mods done:
� Authentic HAMANN FRONT APRON Including ellipsoid fog lights Item-No.: 10 060 110
� Authentic HAMANN REAR SPOILER Item-No.: 10 060 130,
� Authentic HAMANN HAMANN ALUMINIUM PEDALS For cars with manual gearbox Item-No.: 80 099 100 81,00 For cars with automatic transmission Item-No.: 80 099 120
� Authentic HAMANN FOOT REST In aluminium For left-hand drive vehicles Item No. : 80 099 122
� Authentic HAMANN HAND-BRAKE LEVER In aluminium For left- and right-hand drive cars Item No. : 80 099 216
� Authentic HAMANN Idrive of alu (sorry this is the only one in the World) but you can have it in carbon fiber ,
� Authentic HAMANN EXCLUSIVE FLOORMAT SET In black with HAMANN logo in silver For left-hand drive cars Item-No. : 80 060 120 For right-hand drive cars Item-No. : 80 060
� Authentic HAMANN COVER FOR OIL FILLER CAP In aluminium Item-No.: 80 099 117
� Authentic HAMANN SPORT REAR MUFFLER 4 TAILPIPES Sport rear muffler with four round stainless-steel tailpipes ( � 76mm ) Item-No.: 50 060 111
� Authentic HAMANN new add-on for M pack rear with diffusor for quad pipes -AVAILABLE NOW (http://forums.e60.net/index.php?act=ST&f=22&t=30630&st=0#entry332409)
� ///M steering wheel w Pegasus logo (this will be also changed to three spoke sports)
� ///M pack rear
� HAMANN ECU upgrade 265 HP 608 Nm.
most improtant:
�real and working like a charm forumsbuy real LED tails and PIAA 4700k fogs!!! for HAMANN full front apron you need H3
� CustomAngels, Angel Eyes Brighter than stocks 10X, WHITE & (REd for shows).
� Authentic HAMANN LIGHT-ALLOY WHEELS DESIGN EDITION RACE 20"
Ultra-light forged 3-pieced light-alloy wheel, Cross-spoke-design,Spider in black, titanium, screwing,polished flange
DIMENSIONS : 9.0 J x 20 FA Item No.: 91 207 315
10.5 J x 20 only RA Item No.: 91 207 625
Recommended 20" Complete Wheel Set DESIGN EDITION RACE I went with most aggressive Combination A.10 FA 9.0 J x 20 / RA 10.5 J x 20 with tires: FA 245/30 ZR 20 / RA 285/25 ZR 20
� Authentic HAMANN LOWERING KIT 4 progressive sport springs Lowering by approx. 40 mm FA, 20 mm RA Item-No.: 20 060 125
� Authentic HAMANN TIRE - PRESSURE CHECK SENSOR SYSTEM
� Authentic HAMANN SIDE SILLS Item-No.: 10 060 120
� Authentic HAMANN REAL CF ROOF SPOLIER Item-No.: 10 060 235
� Authentic HAMANN AIRBAG SPORT STEERING WHEEL 3-SPOKE Three-spoke design w their SMG paddles (For assembly O.E. airbag in exchange)
� Authentic HAMANN sports mirrors (all functions)
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and of course !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
E60.net Clings
Still to do list;-):
� Our Hobi's camera system from : ww.switchchange.com).
� Individual leather interior (auburn+auburn alcantara)... and drive with sheer drivin' pleasure ... until 2009/2010 F10 comes or E60 possibly a 540d V8 diesel early in 2009 badly juiced!
[quote name='liquido' date='Aug 11 2005, 03:18 PM']
yea I wish...hehe......
problem is thoughagain: to much attention in a country like Hungary, here they steel cars like crazy for transportation and sale in ukraine/russia
and albanie and serbia too
yea I wish...hehe......
problem is thoughagain: to much attention in a country like Hungary, here they steel cars like crazy for transportation and sale in ukraine/russia
and albanie and serbia too
08-11-2005, 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by my530i' date='Aug 11 2005, 04:02 PM
Well, any car would be stolen as long as it makes money for the theft. Emmy is out of question. Buy 545 and debadge it.
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08-11-2005, 04:43 PM
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welcome aboard, liquido 
! i'll take the whole family down to the dealer and test drive a 545. if they all think the size is ok, order a 550. if later on you think it's too small, get the new x5 (3rd row seats is avail) by the end of next year 
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! i'll take the whole family down to the dealer and test drive a 545. if they all think the size is ok, order a 550. if later on you think it's too small, get the new x5 (3rd row seats is avail) by the end of next year .
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Sorry to hear You bad luck with x5! 
Take e60 and engine by Your choise and You will be happy!
Spend some time in Budapest last spring, like the place!
Skaffa
Take e60 and engine by Your choise and You will be happy!
Spend some time in Budapest last spring, like the place! Skaffa