218HP or 177HP
04-19-2006, 12:48 PM
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My problem seems to be that nobody likes the same spec as I do, hence, no used cars for me to buy....;-)
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Originally Posted by new-kid' post='271324' date='Apr 19 2006, 03:44 PM
On reflection I was thinking - why buy a new 523 or 525. In spite of what the dealer tells you, the depreciation will by eye watering (particularly on all the extras, which have minimal resale value).
A one year old 530d or 530i would be a much better bet financially - and more fun.
A one year old 530d or 530i would be a much better bet financially - and more fun.
04-19-2006, 01:56 PM
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I'm going to amend my order to the 525i. It seems to make logical sense over the 523i
(can't afford 530i and don't want the diesel)
I'm going to amend my order to the 525i. It seems to make logical sense over the 523i
(can't afford 530i and don't want the diesel)
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My Ride: Cars:2011 - BMW F11 535i, Alpine White, Msport version2009 - MINI COOPER, Mellow Yellow2007 - BMW E61 LCI 530i, Space Gray, Msport version - SOLD2006 - MINI COOPER, Park Lane Version - SOLD2005 - BMW E61 525i, Titan Silver, Msport version - SOLD2003
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Originally Posted by Allymunro' post='270691' date='Apr 18 2006, 01:40 PM
In the UK the 2.5L engine is offered as a 177HP or 218HP (model 523 or 525) Extra cost ?1600 for the 218HP, about 5% of the total car cost.
Can, and should I justify the additional 5% cost for the extra HP?
Can, and should I justify the additional 5% cost for the extra HP?
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