M5 visually disappoints
02-09-2006, 08:36 PM
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My Ride: OLD RIDE- 2004 Titanium Silver Metallic 545I, Sports Package, 6 Speed Manual Transmission, Premium Sound, Cold Weather Package, Folding Rear Seats.
NEW RIDE- 2005 Silver Gray Metallic 545I, Sports package, 6 Speed manual Transmission, Premium Sound, Navigation, Cold Weather Package, Folding Rear Seats, Heated Rear Seats and Park Distance Control.
I dropped off my car for service today (you know, for typical BMW annoyances e.g. I-Drive taking more than 5 minutes to boot or booting up in German, safety feature on rear right window not working, steering column "clicking" when tilting and when turned lock to lock, passenger "airbag off" indicator malfunction, rear seat creaking noise, diesel sounds from the engine in low RPM etc) and there they were, 3 brand new M5s getting washed and cleaned for delivery. Well, I tell you unless you know what to look for (besides the M5 badge) the car is visually pretty unspectacular even with the 19" rims (there still is an unacceptably large gap between the tire and the fender), quad tail pipes and the side vents. I think that for 90 grand and all that power that BMW has stuffed into this car, it should have a sexier more distinct body. Just my two cents.
02-09-2006, 08:41 PM
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This is typically how BMW does the ///M models ... understated tweaks to the body without going all out gaudy and/or over-the-top garish.
M-models usually have things like the quad exhausts, side gills, slightly flared fenders and lips, small rear spoilers, etc. Nothing more.
Nothing major ... except under the hood where it really matters.
M-models usually have things like the quad exhausts, side gills, slightly flared fenders and lips, small rear spoilers, etc. Nothing more.
Nothing major ... except under the hood where it really matters.
02-09-2006, 08:42 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
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523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
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That's what the M5 is about, supercar performance without screaming to people, look at me I am driving a fancy car and I am rich. That's the tradition.
02-09-2006, 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='237691' date='Feb 9 2006, 09:42 PM
That's what the M5 is about, supercar performance without screaming to people, look at me I am driving a fancy car and I am rich. That's the tradition.
02-09-2006, 09:00 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
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2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
The M5 is appealing enough already, I know one when I see one.
02-09-2006, 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='237697' date='Feb 10 2006, 06:00 AM
The M5 is appealing enough already, I know one when I see one.
i know one, when i hear it three blocks away
02-09-2006, 09:03 PM
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To me what makes the M5 such a great car look-wise is that it's not too over the top. It is both sporty and has that luxury elegance to it.
Of course you will still have the gaps between the tire and fender. You can't expect them to sell you the car slammed or with 21" wheels. Any car manufacturer won't have any part of that. They'll cause problems for the consumer and won't be considered a "safe" car. I guess you are looking at it from an enthusiast's point of view. It's up to you to dress it up and personalize it. That's the fun part of it, don't you think?
ipse dixit is right, it's what's under the hood that matters
Of course you will still have the gaps between the tire and fender. You can't expect them to sell you the car slammed or with 21" wheels. Any car manufacturer won't have any part of that. They'll cause problems for the consumer and won't be considered a "safe" car. I guess you are looking at it from an enthusiast's point of view. It's up to you to dress it up and personalize it. That's the fun part of it, don't you think?
ipse dixit is right, it's what's under the hood that matters
02-09-2006, 09:29 PM
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My Ride: 530iA Silver Grey , black interior. Premium Package, Navigation System, Head-up Display, Radio Satellite, Adaptive Xenon Headlights. AC Schnitzer Front Lip, H&R springs, Rear red reflector, All season Floor mat,
What more do you expect? Just look at the AMG for benz.. They have pretty similar differences as BMW M..