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05-31-2008, 07:27 AM
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My new M5 arrived yesterday afternoon. I've just been out for my first blast in it and love it already. It's not perfect - The DAB radio can't pick up a signal, so it's back to the dealer's on Monday. There is no USB cable provided, and BMW's one is ?40, believe it or not. The iPod integration is pretty poor. And of course the fuel disappears so fast I'd better check for a leak (I'd better get used to that). I've already had several thumbs-up from other drivers at the lights, though, so I'm glad that the dealer talked me out of a 550.
Fantastic car!
05-31-2008, 08:41 AM
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My Ride: 2011, X6 Hybrid . Alpine White , every option. 20" Conti' NON runflats,OEM trunk spoiler , LUX V3 AE's , HP Thunder Fogs , custom front bumper reflector delete........
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05-31-2008, 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by JMC' post='592268' date='May 31 2008, 11:27 AM
My new M5 arrived yesterday afternoon. It's not perfect - The DAB radio can't pick up a signal, so it's back to the dealer's on Monday. There is no USB cable provided, and BMW's one is ?40, believe it or not. The iPod integration is pretty poor.
As for the iPod/USB cable, that should be provided by the dealer fre-of-charge, if you have that option. And what is poor about the iPod integration? You said you don't even have a cable yet. I think it works great!
As for gas, get used to it. I am averaging about 15.2 mpg, and I haven't even hit my 1200 miles yet. So, it will be more like 12 after that.
Welcome aboard!
05-31-2008, 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='592300' date='May 31 2008, 05:45 PM
First off, congrats on the new ride. It looks awfully familiar.
As for the iPod/USB cable, that should be provided by the dealer fre-of-charge, if you have that option. And what is poor about the iPod integration? You said you don't even have a cable yet. I think it works great!
As for gas, get used to it. I am averaging about 15.2 mpg, and I haven't even hit my 1200 miles yet. So, it will be more like 12 after that.
Welcome aboard!
As for the iPod/USB cable, that should be provided by the dealer fre-of-charge, if you have that option. And what is poor about the iPod integration? You said you don't even have a cable yet. I think it works great!
As for gas, get used to it. I am averaging about 15.2 mpg, and I haven't even hit my 1200 miles yet. So, it will be more like 12 after that.
Welcome aboard!
Gas mileage is frightening - I've done about 80 miles, not a lot I know, but I'm averaging 9.8 mpg (and that's Imperial gallons, not US ones)!
05-31-2008, 09:07 AM
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Congrat JMC! enjoy the new car and drive safe 
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05-31-2008, 09:47 AM
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My Ride: 2008 Alpine White 550i Sport, Cream Beige Interior, 6-Sp Manual - retired 9/2011
Originally Posted by JMC' post='592306' date='May 31 2008, 12:59 PM
I have a cable coming on Monday, but they certainly aren't free here in the UK. In the meantime I've got other USB/ dock connector cables, which I assumed were the same. Aren't they? If the proper cable improves things I'll be very happy but so far I can only get my iPod shuffle to work at all, and the songs are only identified by their iTunes file (.STEG etc).
The adapter allows for everything to show up and be controlled via the iDrive...all songs, titles, playlists, etc....just as if you were using the iPod itself.
Good luck, and we need more pics!! And throw on some rear 10mm H&R spacers to fill out that wheel well!
05-31-2008, 11:36 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535xi / Platinum Grey / Black leather / Step Auto / Sport / Premium / Cold weather / 18" wheels / Logic 7 / Comfort / ipod / Navigation / Fold Down Rear Seats / Rear Airbags / Sirius SAT / Spoiler / Extended Clear bra / Bluetooth. (Previously owned a 2002 sport 525I Loaded).
On order: 535xi Platnium Grey with Black interior, Step Auto, Sports package, Premium package, Cold weather package, 18" wheels, Logic 7, Comfort access, ipod adapt, Navigation, Sat radio, Rear spoiler, Extended Clear coat bra.
Dave,! did you sell your car overseas and not tell us..?................. 
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