View Poll Results: Do you think the 5 series is the best sport sedan for it's money?
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Your opinion on the E60
04-25-2006, 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Freewilly' post='273959' date='Apr 25 2006, 12:07 PM
I can't say e60 is the "Best" sports sedan. But with no doubt, it's on top 3 sports sedan. 
04-25-2006, 02:47 PM
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You know, I answered YES and now that I think about it, I'm not so sure. The fact is the M45 is 90-95% of what the 550 is and yet it costs $58K loaded vs. $70K for a similar 550. So for the money, the M45 "might" be a better deal.
For me however the 550 is the best in class in terms of driving dynamics and this was first on my list - even if it costs me an additional $12K! BTW, I also prefer the looks of the 550 over the M45.
For me however the 550 is the best in class in terms of driving dynamics and this was first on my list - even if it costs me an additional $12K! BTW, I also prefer the looks of the 550 over the M45.
04-25-2006, 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ats77' post='273797' date='Apr 25 2006, 11:35 AM
rattles and creaks we all have but I still think e60 is still the best sedan in the World!
and remember that:
E60 is the higher designed ever luxury sport sedan and its design will be a landmark for the decade's sport sedans. Talking about look, safety, comfort, stability and electronic systems. It's a 5.00 m. long car and the driving feeling is like to play with a Go-cart.
04-25-2006, 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by swajames' post='273755' date='Apr 24 2006, 11:54 PM
Excellent poll. My E60, which I love with a passion, manages to be unquestionably the best car I've ever owned - whilst at the same time being perhaps the most frustrating with just too many annoying minor quality issues. That said, I like the car so much the minor issues can usually remain as just that. Compared to its most obvious peers, I really don't think there is anything "better" on the market. Some might arguably (or probably) be better value (the Japanese in particular), but as an overall package the E60 is the one to beat and I voted for yes. I should add, though, that some of the competition is getting close.
Having said the above, there is a price to pay, which in the 5 series is the price. Relatively speaking, you can buy 90% of an old house for the price of a new 545/550 in Houston, Texas suburbs. The other price to pay is relatively reliability compared to other manufacturers. I could go on the negative side, but the pieces just don't add up to the sum of pleasure owning and driving a 5 series.
Would I pay another 5 series down the road? I would look at the competition, but the 5 series will no doubt be the pinnacle (standard) that all others must meet or supercede to win my wallet. Unless repair cost skyrockets after warranty, I vote yes.
04-25-2006, 03:04 PM
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I used to think so! not sure any more! (hey i am happy with it..but also..i have my eyes so wide open lately..i drink black coffee and no sugar in the morning!)
04-25-2006, 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by doug_999' post='274090' date='Apr 25 2006, 06:47 PM
You know, I answered YES and now that I think about it, I'm not so sure. The fact is the M45 is 90-95% of what the 550 is and yet it costs $58K loaded vs. $70K for a similar 550. So for the money, the M45 "might" be a better deal.
For me however the 550 is the best in class in terms of driving dynamics and this was first on my list - even if it costs me an additional $12K! BTW, I also prefer the looks of the 550 over the M45.
For me however the 550 is the best in class in terms of driving dynamics and this was first on my list - even if it costs me an additional $12K! BTW, I also prefer the looks of the 550 over the M45.
The "for its money" part is the quality that I have to think about. I do think that the Infiniti is probably a better deal, but the BMW is the better product, irrespective of price.
I vote 'Yes with reservations'.
04-25-2006, 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Bimmer32' post='274083' date='Apr 25 2006, 03:38 PM
In your opinion, what would be the best production sports sedan with regards to sporty, cost, and probably reliability?
My vote was Yes, with reservations
04-25-2006, 10:08 PM
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My vote was Yes, with reservations
Nothing is more frustrating to me than rattles. Over Los Angeles bad pavement the the runflats and sport package are harsh. Tolerable though if it was not for the numerous rattles from door seals, parcel shelf, door locks.....the list is endless. Will my next car be another 5. Ofcourse. I hope they fix these issues.
Nothing is more frustrating to me than rattles. Over Los Angeles bad pavement the the runflats and sport package are harsh. Tolerable though if it was not for the numerous rattles from door seals, parcel shelf, door locks.....the list is endless. Will my next car be another 5. Ofcourse. I hope they fix these issues.
04-26-2006, 12:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Hormazd' post='274209' date='Apr 26 2006, 07:08 AM
My vote was Yes, with reservations
Nothing is more frustrating to me than rattles. Over Los Angeles bad pavement the the runflats and sport package are harsh. Tolerable though if it was not for the numerous rattles from door seals, parcel shelf, door locks.....the list is endless. Will my next car be another 5. Ofcourse. I hope they fix these issues.
Nothing is more frustrating to me than rattles. Over Los Angeles bad pavement the the runflats and sport package are harsh. Tolerable though if it was not for the numerous rattles from door seals, parcel shelf, door locks.....the list is endless. Will my next car be another 5. Ofcourse. I hope they fix these issues.
04-26-2006, 01:24 AM
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Originally Posted by gIzzE' post='274237' date='Apr 26 2006, 09:53 AM
You can fix 99% of those problems by putting non run flats on the car, unless it is too late and the run flats have shaken the car to pieces already!!
BTW, as we live in a similar area, it's not likely to be a difference in road surface quality - the roads round in west Norfolk are a combo of pretty rough and bumpy (A47), to brand new and smooth tarmac (A10)...