What would you be willing to pay to go from 550 to M5?
02-28-2009, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by JDoug550' post='803641' date='Feb 27 2009, 11:02 PM
My local dealer has and Indianapolis Red/Black Merino/Aluminum trim '08 M5 remaining on the lot. The car is loaded (HUD, soft close, ventilated seats, heated rears, HD radio, Sat, IPOD/USB, sunshades...) but has been on the lot a very long time. Today, I decided to phone my CA and inquire what it would take to get me in it. In short, I have 13 months remaining on my '08 550's 24 month lease..I like new stuff. 
Basically, what they are willing to discount the M5 and what I still owe on my lease are the same. So the question is, would you all be willing to make the jump to the M if it meant an increased monthly payment of ~$200 over what you are paying now? I plan on driving the M tomorrow, but I would like some feedback from you all before I rush into a decision. Thanks in advance.
Jason
Basically, what they are willing to discount the M5 and what I still owe on my lease are the same. So the question is, would you all be willing to make the jump to the M if it meant an increased monthly payment of ~$200 over what you are paying now? I plan on driving the M tomorrow, but I would like some feedback from you all before I rush into a decision. Thanks in advance.Jason
I would expect a huge discount on a left over 08 PLUS significant relief on your lease, at least half of what you owe...
Could be internet stories but I have read of left over M5's going for mid 60's at auctions... They are not worth anything near the asking price in this economy
02-28-2009, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='803704' date='Feb 28 2009, 12:45 AM
Let's skip this discussion and talk about what mods you're gonna order tomorrow evening for the new beast.
exactly
02-28-2009, 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by JDoug550' post='803641' date='Feb 27 2009, 11:02 PM
My local dealer has and Indianapolis Red/Black Merino/Aluminum trim '08 M5 remaining on the lot. The car is loaded (HUD, soft close, ventilated seats, heated rears, HD radio, Sat, IPOD/USB, sunshades...) but has been on the lot a very long time. Today, I decided to phone my CA and inquire what it would take to get me in it. In short, I have 13 months remaining on my '08 550's 24 month lease..I like new stuff. Basically, what they are willing to discount the M5 and what I still owe on my lease are the same. So the question is, would you all be willing to make the jump to the M if it meant an increased monthly payment of ~$200 over what you are paying now? I plan on driving the M tomorrow, but I would like some feedback from you all before I rush into a decision. Thanks in advance.
Jason
Basically, what they are willing to discount the M5 and what I still owe on my lease are the same. So the question is, would you all be willing to make the jump to the M if it meant an increased monthly payment of ~$200 over what you are paying now? I plan on driving the M tomorrow, but I would like some feedback from you all before I rush into a decision. Thanks in advance.Jason
02-28-2009, 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='804289' date='Feb 28 2009, 10:25 PM
Jason - DO IT!!! DO IT!!! It is worth every penny. When I drive my M, I have a grin ear to ear and it never gets old. You only live once. Do it! I've driven many 550's. It's not even close. DO IT!!!
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Originally Posted by JDoug550' post='804298' date='Feb 28 2009, 07:36 PM
I pulled the trigger, I just have to revert the 550 to stock before returning it. Hopefully I can get it done Monday or Tuesday and pick up the M Wednesday. Pics and slightly used mods to follow.
nice, congrats
if you are going to part, shouldn't be a problem selling everything here....
welcome to the dark side
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Originally Posted by JDoug550' post='804298' date='Feb 28 2009, 07:36 PM
I pulled the trigger, I just have to revert the 550 to stock before returning it. Hopefully I can get it done Monday or Tuesday and pick up the M Wednesday. Pics and slightly used mods to follow.
Is your 550 automatic? How much for the sprint booster shipped to canada? paypal is good for me!!
oh yeah! congratulations, you got yourself a very good deal on a very very very nice ride. I know you will enjoy it. cheers!
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Originally Posted by JDoug550' post='804298' date='Feb 28 2009, 10:36 PM
I pulled the trigger, I just have to revert the 550 to stock before returning it. Hopefully I can get it done Monday or Tuesday and pick up the M Wednesday. Pics and slightly used mods to follow.