Is It Worth It To Go For The 550i?
07-07-2010, 08:45 AM
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Go for the one that has the most options and color combo that you like. In real world driving, the 545 vs 550 isn't a big difference. I wanted a 550 but then I found a 545 with heads up display, logic 7, navi, active steering, sport seats, SMG tranny, side and rear sunshade perfect color combo and more, just too may opetions in one car to give up for a few HP that I may or may not feel in the butt dyno or really make use of on the street.
07-07-2010, 08:53 AM
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My Ride: 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S Convertible. Midnight Blue, 6 Speed.Retired - 2007 997 Carrera S, Midnight Blue, Grey leather, premium audioRetired - 2007 550i, Monaco Blue over Beige, Navigation, Logic 7, Cold Weather Pack, Comfort Access, Sport Package
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I owned both the 545 and the 550, the 550 really isn't all that much faster but the difference is definitely noticeable. I wouldn't go for a 550 purely for the performance, but out of the two it is the better car and is the car I'd recommend. That said, the 550's torque is more noticeable than the extra horsepower, and it does make for a better drive.
07-07-2010, 04:35 PM
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Both are V8s, 550i is a little faster but this is a giant sedan and not exactly a track/drag inspired machine. Some light mods to your 545i and you can pull harder on a dyno (so I've heard through the grapevine).
That being said, go with the one that is in better shape, is better optioned, has lower miles, and has the color combination you like best.
That being said, go with the one that is in better shape, is better optioned, has lower miles, and has the color combination you like best.
07-09-2010, 07:35 AM
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07-09-2010, 08:04 AM
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My Ride: 2006 550i | Silver-Grey- A08 | Premium - Sport Package | Adaptive Headlights | Logic 7 w/ CD Changer | Bluetooth | Park Distance Control | Xenon Headlights | Comfort Access [s]Sprint Booster V1[/s] | K&N filter - Stock Box w/ Charcoal Filter Removed | Clear Side LED Markers | Matte Black Grilles | RPI Air Scoop | RPI 550i GT Exhaust | 12" Kicker w/ AMP | Headlight Euro Overlays | ACS Rep Roof\Trunk Spoilers |MTEC V2 Angel Eyes | 6000k HID Fog Lights | 19" VMR v710 Stag Wheels | Hankook Ventus V12 Evo K110 Tires | Debadged | LED Courtesy Door Lamps | Sprint Booster V2 | Painted Calipers | M pedals\shift knob | HID License Plate Bulbs | R1 Drilled\Slotted Rotors | Hawk HPS Brakes| ACS replica front lip |
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07-11-2010, 02:58 AM
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