Which M5 to buy?
01-21-2008, 05:17 PM
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I am seriously considering trading in my 2008 528 and buying one of these M5's
Which one would you get??? The prices are really good because they are sold through a military car sales program here in germany. basically you get them tax free and at factory prices (like if you took delivery in Munich)
Here's the 2007 with SMG ($71k)
Full details and options: http://www.pentagoncarsales.com/preowned/h...hp?filterid=250
Here's the 2008 with 6 speed manual ($69.9k)
Full detals and options: http://www.bmwmilitary.com/usedcars/tradec...p?ident=CX08908
I have heard bad things about smg..... just wondering what any of you M5 owners have to say.
Which would you buy???
Which one would you get??? The prices are really good because they are sold through a military car sales program here in germany. basically you get them tax free and at factory prices (like if you took delivery in Munich)
Here's the 2007 with SMG ($71k)
Full details and options: http://www.pentagoncarsales.com/preowned/h...hp?filterid=250
Here's the 2008 with 6 speed manual ($69.9k)
Full detals and options: http://www.bmwmilitary.com/usedcars/tradec...p?ident=CX08908
I have heard bad things about smg..... just wondering what any of you M5 owners have to say.
Which would you buy???
01-21-2008, 05:19 PM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
The blue one. Just because I like LeMans Blue! Plus its cheaper. Theres nothing back about SMG.
01-21-2008, 05:23 PM
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6 speed manual, but again that MY opinion, you should buy what YOU like, not let any members influence your decision
01-21-2008, 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='521003' date='Jan 21 2008, 09:19 PM
The blue one. Just because I like LeMans Blue! Plus its cheaper. Theres nothing back about SMG.
I'm with you on that. The 2008 is cheaper too. I think because the 07 has the Logic 7 sound and perforated leather and SMG.
I drove the blue one on the autobahn and was absolutley floored by the speed and the formidable sound of it. Traffic was moving out of the way jsut to take a look at the car!! Awesome ride.
01-21-2008, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by pajagre' post='521008' date='Jan 21 2008, 06:25 PM
I'm with you on that. The 2008 is cheaper too. I think because the 07 has the Logic 7 sound and perforated leather and SMG.
I drove the blue one on the autobahn and was absolutley floored by the speed and the formidable sound of it. Traffic was moving out of the way jsut to take a look at the car!! Awesome ride.
I drove the blue one on the autobahn and was absolutley floored by the speed and the formidable sound of it. Traffic was moving out of the way jsut to take a look at the car!! Awesome ride.
If you're tracking go with the stick. I tried both on the track. the smg is difficult in the twisties because of the paddles (hands get tangled), I reverted to the center console shift.
01-21-2008, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by 1600' post='521012' date='Jan 21 2008, 09:32 PM
You lucky dog! I wish I could make this decision at those prices!
01-21-2008, 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='521003' date='Jan 21 2008, 09:19 PM
The blue one. Just because I like LeMans Blue! Plus its cheaper. Theres nothing back about SMG.
You mean interlagos blue? I don't think the work lemans should be used in the same sentence with BMW.
01-22-2008, 12:54 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E60 530i
Color: Jet Black/Black Anthracite
STEP | Sport | Premium | NAV | Logic 7
EXTERIOR:
M-Tech Kit | M5 Mirrors, Trunk Finisher | Jet Black Kidney Surrounds | Madico Charcool Tint 54%, 35%
LIGHTING:
Euro-Headlights | Euro-LCI Tail Lights | AiB V3.0 | Solaris Invisi-bulbs | OEM LED Plate Lights
PERFORMANCE:
Porterfield R4-S Brake Pads | K&N Air Filter
WHEELS & SUSPENSION:
Work VS-XX 20x9, 20x10 | Toyo T1R 245/30/20, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 295/25/20 | KW V2 Coilovers | Rogue Engineering 15mm Spacers
BUY IT!
I read your other thread about getting the M-Tech kit and some wheels for your new 528i. If you really want an M5, why waste your money on cosmetics on the 528i when you can buy this! It looks meaner and you have the power to back that statement up.
I read your other thread about getting the M-Tech kit and some wheels for your new 528i. If you really want an M5, why waste your money on cosmetics on the 528i when you can buy this! It looks meaner and you have the power to back that statement up.
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Is the 2007 pre-LCI, and the 2008 LCI? I know that would be the case in a "mortal" E60 but am not sure if the M5 has received the LCI treatment? If one is indeed LCI and one not, then get the 2008 LCI. Personally I am not a "manual" fan, but hey, I drive a diesel, what do I know about proper cars eh?