F10 Pro's & Con's
02-16-2010, 07:42 PM
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i can see where you are coming from.. i think that i might be bias to my 545i but i like the lines of the e60. this car looks good but it almost seems to edgy.
02-16-2010, 10:54 PM
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My Ride: BMW E60 530i
Pros - New model, new technology including further improvement to engine line-up to the current E60 models (apart from the V10 of course)
Cons - It's an evolution model (hence the design is very conservative, back to traditional BMW styling) and thus design is boring/unimaginative, unlikely to be a big hype compared to when E60 debuted in 2003. I dislike the front significantly!
Cons - It's an evolution model (hence the design is very conservative, back to traditional BMW styling) and thus design is boring/unimaginative, unlikely to be a big hype compared to when E60 debuted in 2003. I dislike the front significantly!
02-17-2010, 02:31 AM
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My Ride: F11 -14
I believe that the car is closer than ever to the 7-series; some will say this good (luxury and comfort) and some will say that this is a step too far as the new 5er will probably not be as entertaining to drive as the older models.
02-23-2010, 04:49 AM
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My Ride: [color="#2F4F4F"][font="Arial Narrow"][b]F07 5-Series GT | 2009 '59' | Black Sapphire, Ivory White Leather, Unlacquered Fineline Wood Trim[/b]
Media Professional Pack with HDD, Visibility Pack, Electric Front Seats with Memory
20" alloys [style 316] with Pirelli P-Zeroes RF tires, Adaptive Drive
USB Interface, DAB Tuner, Extended Ambient Lighting, Comfort Access [/font][/color]
PROS
> Excellent new engines with more yet without sacrificing superior mileage and lower emissions
> Upgraded interiors in terms of quality and tactility; now 2-zone AC, leather, USB connectivity is standard
> 8-speed automatic transmission even in 520d (with sports transmission/paddle shift option as well)
> Superb HDD-based professional sat-nav with simplified iDrive
> Longer wheelbase should make car more stable
CONS
> Conservative exterior styling that risks falling behind rivals
> Smaller boot space with rear wheels intruding into the boot
> Somewhat diminished road-feel through electric power steering
> Run-flat tyres are mandatory in UK-spec cars (no space for space saver wheel in boot)
> No panoramic sun roof option
> Excellent new engines with more yet without sacrificing superior mileage and lower emissions
> Upgraded interiors in terms of quality and tactility; now 2-zone AC, leather, USB connectivity is standard
> 8-speed automatic transmission even in 520d (with sports transmission/paddle shift option as well)
> Superb HDD-based professional sat-nav with simplified iDrive
> Longer wheelbase should make car more stable
CONS
> Conservative exterior styling that risks falling behind rivals
> Smaller boot space with rear wheels intruding into the boot
> Somewhat diminished road-feel through electric power steering
> Run-flat tyres are mandatory in UK-spec cars (no space for space saver wheel in boot)
> No panoramic sun roof option
02-23-2010, 06:33 AM
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My Ride: 2004 530i 6-speed Titanium Silver/Black Interior
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The F10 is a porker... 4000+ lbs for the 535i.
My 2004 530i weighs in at 3472 lbs.
I do like the F10 though. I'll probably wait until 2012 to get one.
My 2004 530i weighs in at 3472 lbs.
I do like the F10 though. I'll probably wait until 2012 to get one.
02-23-2010, 06:43 AM
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My Ride: BMW E60 530i , Silver with leather Air Con iDrive 17" Breyton Rims with Dunlop Sp Sport tyres (M-Tech Bodykit and rims WANTED)
Alfa Romeo 147 TS1.6 , Black with Air Con 17" Multi Spoke alloys with Bridgestone RE040 tyres
Toyota MR-S 1.8 VVTI , Lagoon Blue with Red leather Air Con 15" standard alloys with Toyo tyres
Toyota Celica 1.8 VVTI, Lagoon Blue, Air Con, 16" Standard alloys with Kuhmo KU31, EBC Green Stuff
PROS
> Excellent new engines with more yet without sacrificing superior mileage and lower emissions
> Upgraded interiors in terms of quality and tactility; now 2-zone AC, leather, USB connectivity is standard
> 8-speed automatic transmission even in 520d (with sports transmission/paddle shift option as well)
> Superb HDD-based professional sat-nav with simplified iDrive
> Longer wheelbase should make car more stable
CONS
> Conservative exterior styling that risks falling behind rivals
> Smaller boot space with rear wheels intruding into the boot
> Somewhat diminished road-feel through electric power steering
> Run-flat tyres are mandatory in UK-spec cars (no space for space saver wheel in boot)
> No panoramic sun roof option
> Excellent new engines with more yet without sacrificing superior mileage and lower emissions
> Upgraded interiors in terms of quality and tactility; now 2-zone AC, leather, USB connectivity is standard
> 8-speed automatic transmission even in 520d (with sports transmission/paddle shift option as well)
> Superb HDD-based professional sat-nav with simplified iDrive
> Longer wheelbase should make car more stable
CONS
> Conservative exterior styling that risks falling behind rivals
> Smaller boot space with rear wheels intruding into the boot
> Somewhat diminished road-feel through electric power steering
> Run-flat tyres are mandatory in UK-spec cars (no space for space saver wheel in boot)
> No panoramic sun roof option
F10 is well loaded with technologies and toys but the convervative styling stop me buying really
The electric power steering also kill the BMW-ish feel
02-23-2010, 06:45 AM
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My Ride: 2008 E61 530i M-Sport
Carbon Black, black Dakota leather, advantage, comfort and M-Sport package, comfort seats, sport automatic transmission, alarm system, rails, folding and auto dimming mirrors, PDC, xenons, hi-fi loudspeaker system, USB interface, detachable towbar, navi pro, bluetooth phone prep.
light package.
Pro's : Interior looks more premium, 8sp aut. tranny.
Con's : Disappointing and boring exterior design, it has put a lot of weight on.
Con's : Disappointing and boring exterior design, it has put a lot of weight on.