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07-02-2008, 05:03 AM
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Originally Posted by 535xiT' post='609711' date='Jun 25 2008, 09:41 AM
... At this point the only American car maker that offers a wagon is Chrysler.
Bring back the woodies!!
Bring back the woodies!!
07-06-2008, 11:57 AM
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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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07-06-2008, 12:24 PM
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ok guys, plz explain something to me. i mean OMG 
, the X6 is soooooo beautiful.its a work of art. My friend bought it yest in jet black and it soo smooth plus the sound of the exhaust is a big WOW though its only a 3.0. i mean its my opinion.plus ive been reading a lot of reviews saying people are prefering paying a bit more and getting an X5 and that the X6 is a big dissapointment. plus IF TOP GEAR DIDNT LIKE IT,then it must be awful.
but c'mon, the sport SUV cannot pass by and force you to stare at it till its out of sight.you just cant
, the X6 is soooooo beautiful.its a work of art. My friend bought it yest in jet black and it soo smooth plus the sound of the exhaust is a big WOW though its only a 3.0. i mean its my opinion.plus ive been reading a lot of reviews saying people are prefering paying a bit more and getting an X5 and that the X6 is a big dissapointment. plus IF TOP GEAR DIDNT LIKE IT,then it must be awful.but c'mon, the sport SUV cannot pass by and force you to stare at it till its out of sight.you just cant
07-06-2008, 01:54 PM
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My Ride: 2007 530xiT, 1964 MBZ 220SEb Coupe, 1986 MBZ 300E and a 1997 Jeep Cherokee as my cottage car.
Previous rides started with a 1947 Studebaker Commander convertible and included numerous Fords, VWs, MBZs, Saabs and, for added measure, a '61 Buick Special Wagon and Pontiac GTO.
Originally Posted by mdobin' post='614307' date='Jul 2 2008, 07:41 AM
We have two "tourings" an E61 and and E39.
The E39 is a 5-speed, sport and premium package that my son now drives and loves. He takes a little ribbing from his friends until they go places and realize how much stuff it holds while still getting respectable fuel economy and great handling.
The E61 530xiT was purchased used from a dealer who bought it as a factory "buy-back" for software issues. The car is equipped just like a 7 series, high end stereo, bluetooth, nav, multi-contour seats, PDC and satellite (which has expired). The only thing it lacks is iPod interface. It is a great car in its own right and, IMHO, better looking than the sedan.
I've also owned wagon versions of the Volvo 740 Turbo and Saab 9-5. Both great cars as well, though not in the same class as BMW.
I agree with the previous poster who said that people like to be "high up." This is usually from the soccer mom who is afraid that she will get killed in local traffic while not paying attention to the task at hand. The only time I wish I had an SUV is the occasional bulky purchase, like a big flat screen TV or a piece of furniture. Although I was able to get two 46" Sharp LCD TVs in the back, in their boxes, with the rear seats down.
I've driven various cars with the 3.5 twin turbo and I am sure that the 535XiT is a real hot rod.
Around here, though, most BMW wagons are driven by seniors, much to the dismay of my decidedly non-senior wife and son, who drive these wagons.
I think that BMW should go back to the old Volvo Turbo ad line "World's Fastest Grocery Hauler". I remember an advertisement that had (I think) a pickup truck and a Ferrari. Or maybe it said something like it's just a bit slower than a Ferrari but holds more groceries.
The Detroit guys ruined the wagon image by plastering them with faux wood and making them ponderous. Maybe the Brady Bunch ruined it, too.
For my money, the wagon is a real utility vehicle.
The E39 is a 5-speed, sport and premium package that my son now drives and loves. He takes a little ribbing from his friends until they go places and realize how much stuff it holds while still getting respectable fuel economy and great handling.
The E61 530xiT was purchased used from a dealer who bought it as a factory "buy-back" for software issues. The car is equipped just like a 7 series, high end stereo, bluetooth, nav, multi-contour seats, PDC and satellite (which has expired). The only thing it lacks is iPod interface. It is a great car in its own right and, IMHO, better looking than the sedan.
I've also owned wagon versions of the Volvo 740 Turbo and Saab 9-5. Both great cars as well, though not in the same class as BMW.
I agree with the previous poster who said that people like to be "high up." This is usually from the soccer mom who is afraid that she will get killed in local traffic while not paying attention to the task at hand. The only time I wish I had an SUV is the occasional bulky purchase, like a big flat screen TV or a piece of furniture. Although I was able to get two 46" Sharp LCD TVs in the back, in their boxes, with the rear seats down.
I've driven various cars with the 3.5 twin turbo and I am sure that the 535XiT is a real hot rod.
Around here, though, most BMW wagons are driven by seniors, much to the dismay of my decidedly non-senior wife and son, who drive these wagons.
I think that BMW should go back to the old Volvo Turbo ad line "World's Fastest Grocery Hauler". I remember an advertisement that had (I think) a pickup truck and a Ferrari. Or maybe it said something like it's just a bit slower than a Ferrari but holds more groceries.
The Detroit guys ruined the wagon image by plastering them with faux wood and making them ponderous. Maybe the Brady Bunch ruined it, too.
For my money, the wagon is a real utility vehicle.
I'm one of those "seniors" E61 owners who has always enjoyed the utility a wagon provides. Almost always, starting way back in 1957 with a new, "faux wood", Ford Country Squire, one of our vehicles has been a wagon. Besides our wagons' cargo capacities, we've always used them to tow our small sail and fishing boats. Our last two wagons were Saabs that came equipped from the dealer with hitches and they both did a great job towing. Our 2007 BMW does even a better job but, unfortunately, BMW NA says the wagons they sell here aren't capable of doing the same job that the wagons BMW sells elsewhere can do. Therefore, factory towbars and wiring kits available in the rest of the world are not offered here. As those of you who own older BMWs know, this this hasn't always been the case, It seems that our newer BMW cars and wagons (MBZ's too) lost their towing ability at about the same time they started building and selling SUVs here in the states. Do you think there's a connection?
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07-07-2008, 01:32 AM
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