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Will you downgrade engine next time you buy a 5er
05-13-2009, 09:36 AM
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I have to admit, I try to recycle and put in those energy-saving bulbs, etc. But, when it comes to cars, I have a hard time being rational. I mean, the best I could do when I sold my 325, was finally conclude that a 530i was more than enough for my limited driving needs (four mile round trip commute to work). Otherwise, I would have gotten a 550. I can't see myself downgrading in the future.
05-13-2009, 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by narvselius' post='877084' date='May 13 2009, 03:53 PM
Interested to hear your views on low emissions and whether it influences your choice of engine next time you buy a 5er.
The 2 liter diesel with two turbos will give some + 200 hp and some 450 Nm,
more than enough for me.
Even my current car is a really nice one, love this small diesel power plant.
05-13-2009, 10:18 AM
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2005 E61 530d, 20" Breyton reps, Eibach springs, M5 bumper/mirrors/MFSW
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Originally Posted by Patrick E61' post='877122' date='May 13 2009, 04:09 PM
The only way is up!
535d Touring will be my next vehicle.
Unless I find an E61 M5 in Titansilber...
535d Touring will be my next vehicle.
Unless I find an E61 M5 in Titansilber...
05-13-2009, 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Patrick E61' post='877122' date='May 13 2009, 03:09 PM
The only way is up!
535d Touring will be my next vehicle.
Unless I find an E61 M5 in Titansilber...
535d Touring will be my next vehicle.
Unless I find an E61 M5 in Titansilber...
05-14-2009, 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by CWS530' post='877304' date='May 13 2009, 07:36 PM
I have to admit, I try to recycle and put in those energy-saving bulbs, etc. But, when it comes to cars, I have a hard time being rational. I mean, the best I could do when I sold my 325, was finally conclude that a 530i was more than enough for my limited driving needs (four mile round trip commute to work). Otherwise, I would have gotten a 550. I can't see myself downgrading in the future.
I mean, I had a 118d and a 118i as loaners when my car was back for repair(s) and I realise how well sized that car was for my commuting needs. But selling a 5er for a 1-series...? No, I rather go on water and old bread for 3 years that give up this excellent machine!
05-14-2009, 05:47 AM
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Originally Posted by narvselius' post='878072' date='May 14 2009, 11:45 AM
No, I rather go on water and old bread for 3 years that give up this excellent machine!
05-14-2009, 02:35 PM
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I want performance - so when they start making low emission vehicles with high performance I would consider paying a little extra to get the low emission version.