What I won't miss about the E60
04-20-2007, 07:49 AM
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So I finally swapped my lease on my 545 (after 2.5 years). I am now the proud owner of a Honda Civic Hybrid. 2nd tank 51.4 mpg....
So now that I drive a "lesser" car I thought of all the thing I won't miss ... and those I will
What I won't miss - PDC - Never wanted it - it was surprisingly included on a '05 545 (I order prior to knowing that). It is annoying every time I backed into the garage. I still occassionally hit a few things - it didn't help....
I drive - liked the interface. Hated the speed. The latest software (1/07) was even slower - and BMW blamed it on the cold. It wasn't just the temperature - it was slower. I can't stand not having the radio for the 15-20 seconds it took to wake up...
The double clutch on the door locks. Just unlock when you put it in park - just like my Honda.
Lack of MP3 and IPOD interface. I wasn't about to pay for things that should be included.
What I do miss - in everyday (not spirited) driving - Auto rain sensor. Comfort seats (but the Honda's aren't bad). No question e60.net is much better than civic forums....
So all in all - the day to day drive is pretty much a wash between the 2 cars. I spend less than 1/2 the time at gas stations. The BMW did handle a bit better, was more stable at illegal speeds and was obviously faster but what a waste of resources for the day to day.....
So now that I drive a "lesser" car I thought of all the thing I won't miss ... and those I will
What I won't miss - PDC - Never wanted it - it was surprisingly included on a '05 545 (I order prior to knowing that). It is annoying every time I backed into the garage. I still occassionally hit a few things - it didn't help....
I drive - liked the interface. Hated the speed. The latest software (1/07) was even slower - and BMW blamed it on the cold. It wasn't just the temperature - it was slower. I can't stand not having the radio for the 15-20 seconds it took to wake up...
The double clutch on the door locks. Just unlock when you put it in park - just like my Honda.
Lack of MP3 and IPOD interface. I wasn't about to pay for things that should be included.
What I do miss - in everyday (not spirited) driving - Auto rain sensor. Comfort seats (but the Honda's aren't bad). No question e60.net is much better than civic forums....
So all in all - the day to day drive is pretty much a wash between the 2 cars. I spend less than 1/2 the time at gas stations. The BMW did handle a bit better, was more stable at illegal speeds and was obviously faster but what a waste of resources for the day to day.....
04-20-2007, 08:09 AM
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Originally Posted by 300TTto545' post='416025' date='Apr 20 2007, 05:49 PM
So I finally swapped my lease on my 545 (after 2.5 years). I am now the proud owner of a Honda Civic Hybrid. 2nd tank 51.4 mpg....
So now that I drive a "lesser" car I thought of all the thing I won't miss ... and those I will
What I won't miss - PDC - Never wanted it - it was surprisingly included on a '05 545 (I order prior to knowing that). It is annoying every time I backed into the garage. I still occassionally hit a few things - it didn't help....
I drive - liked the interface. Hated the speed. The latest software (1/07) was even slower - and BMW blamed it on the cold. It wasn't just the temperature - it was slower. I can't stand not having the radio for the 15-20 seconds it took to wake up...
The double clutch on the door locks. Just unlock when you put it in park - just like my Honda.
Lack of MP3 and IPOD interface. I wasn't about to pay for things that should be included.
What I do miss - in everyday (not spirited) driving - Auto rain sensor. Comfort seats (but the Honda's aren't bad). No question e60.net is much better than civic forums....
So all in all - the day to day drive is pretty much a wash between the 2 cars. I spend less than 1/2 the time at gas stations. The BMW did handle a bit better, was more stable at illegal speeds and was obviously faster but what a waste of resources for the day to day.....
So now that I drive a "lesser" car I thought of all the thing I won't miss ... and those I will
What I won't miss - PDC - Never wanted it - it was surprisingly included on a '05 545 (I order prior to knowing that). It is annoying every time I backed into the garage. I still occassionally hit a few things - it didn't help....
I drive - liked the interface. Hated the speed. The latest software (1/07) was even slower - and BMW blamed it on the cold. It wasn't just the temperature - it was slower. I can't stand not having the radio for the 15-20 seconds it took to wake up...
The double clutch on the door locks. Just unlock when you put it in park - just like my Honda.
Lack of MP3 and IPOD interface. I wasn't about to pay for things that should be included.
What I do miss - in everyday (not spirited) driving - Auto rain sensor. Comfort seats (but the Honda's aren't bad). No question e60.net is much better than civic forums....
So all in all - the day to day drive is pretty much a wash between the 2 cars. I spend less than 1/2 the time at gas stations. The BMW did handle a bit better, was more stable at illegal speeds and was obviously faster but what a waste of resources for the day to day.....
( another e60 veteran ! )all the best
04-20-2007, 08:11 AM
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To be honest, I generally agree with what you're saying - makes me wonder if BMWs are worth the trouble anymore.
My lease is up at the end of the year, and my mind is very open to alternatives (Infiniti G and M series both get very good reviews). However the siren song of the LCI 550i is very tempting. Maybe if they fix the slow i-drive issue.....
My lease is up at the end of the year, and my mind is very open to alternatives (Infiniti G and M series both get very good reviews). However the siren song of the LCI 550i is very tempting. Maybe if they fix the slow i-drive issue.....
04-20-2007, 08:19 AM
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Originally Posted by TXPearl' post='416036' date='Apr 20 2007, 09:11 AM
To be honest, I generally agree with what you're saying - makes me wonder if BMWs are worth the trouble anymore.
My lease is up at the end of the year, and my mind is very open to alternatives (Infiniti G and M series both get very good reviews). However the siren song of the LCI 550i is very tempting. Maybe if they fix the slow i-drive issue.....
My lease is up at the end of the year, and my mind is very open to alternatives (Infiniti G and M series both get very good reviews). However the siren song of the LCI 550i is very tempting. Maybe if they fix the slow i-drive issue.....
04-20-2007, 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Hormazd' post='416037' date='Apr 20 2007, 11:19 AM
They have fixed it 90% I picked up my car yesterday after CIP25x. Nice graphics, no more CD run on, search for information by spelling and considerably more responsive. The phone still takes 30 seconds to pair unlike 3 series where its instant, but a vast improvement.
I must go for CIP upgrade soon.
By the way Hormazd, I also hate the '08 550i sport wheels. They'll be a pain to keep clean as well.
04-20-2007, 08:49 AM
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Sure 300TTto545,
Enjoy your Honda Civic Hybrid.
Did you know that the new 2.0 d BMW engine (177 hp) produces only 130 Co / 100 km?
5 litres of diesel per 100 km.
Calculate, my friend! The Hybrid only makes toxic waste.
Enjoy your Honda Civic Hybrid.
Did you know that the new 2.0 d BMW engine (177 hp) produces only 130 Co / 100 km?
5 litres of diesel per 100 km.
Calculate, my friend! The Hybrid only makes toxic waste.
04-20-2007, 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by TXPearl' post='416036' date='Apr 20 2007, 05:11 PM
To be honest, I generally agree with what you're saying - makes me wonder if BMWs are worth the trouble anymore.
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04-20-2007, 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by 300TTto545' post='416025' date='Apr 20 2007, 11:49 AM
What I won't miss - PDC - Never wanted it - it was surprisingly included on a '05 545 (I order prior to knowing that). It is annoying every time I backed into the garage. I still occassionally hit a few things - it didn't help....
I drive - liked the interface. Hated the speed. The latest software (1/07) was even slower - and BMW blamed it on the cold. It wasn't just the temperature - it was slower. I can't stand not having the radio for the 15-20 seconds it took to wake up...
The double clutch on the door locks. Just unlock when you put it in park - just like my Honda.
Lack of MP3 and IPOD interface. I wasn't about to pay for things that should be included.
What I do miss - in everyday (not spirited) driving - Auto rain sensor. Comfort seats (but the Honda's aren't bad). No question e60.net is much better than civic forums....
I drive - liked the interface. Hated the speed. The latest software (1/07) was even slower - and BMW blamed it on the cold. It wasn't just the temperature - it was slower. I can't stand not having the radio for the 15-20 seconds it took to wake up...
The double clutch on the door locks. Just unlock when you put it in park - just like my Honda.
Lack of MP3 and IPOD interface. I wasn't about to pay for things that should be included.
What I do miss - in everyday (not spirited) driving - Auto rain sensor. Comfort seats (but the Honda's aren't bad). No question e60.net is much better than civic forums....
I agree with the I drive. sometimes its so damn slow.
I'm thinking of selling mine in a few months, and the one thing I will miss the most is the HUD. Feels weird without it.
04-20-2007, 09:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Ricracing' post='416048' date='Apr 20 2007, 12:49 PM
Sure 300TTto545,
Enjoy your Honda Civic Hybrid.
Did you know that the new 2.0 d BMW engine (177 hp) produces only 130 Co / 100 km?
5 litres of diesel per 100 km.
Calculate, my friend! The Hybrid only makes toxic waste.
Enjoy your Honda Civic Hybrid.
Did you know that the new 2.0 d BMW engine (177 hp) produces only 130 Co / 100 km?
5 litres of diesel per 100 km.
Calculate, my friend! The Hybrid only makes toxic waste.
For the daily commute I'm lucky enought to be able to take the bus (how's this for the environment?). If I'd had to go to work by car every day I'd probably have picked a 530.
