Ok Rudy, TIMES UP!
12-14-2010, 08:51 AM
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Not sure Rudy is going to take the bait here folks. He has stayed away from this debate and I think he realizes that just about anything he writes will surely be used immediately by both sides to further a debate which is rather pointless. The F10 is here and appears to be selling well. You either like the F10 or you don't but ultimately sales will tell the tale of whether BMW's subtle change in direction is the right one...
12-14-2010, 09:45 AM
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Doing my best everyone...Christmas is getting in the way a bit but boy do I have a ton of notes!!
I will say, however, that I agree that whatever I end up writing, it won't likely solve the argument about the performance differences between the F10 and the E60. I'll do my best to explain what I'm feeling as I drive the new car but the bottom line is that the cars do feel different. The problem is that some folks will like the new feel and some will not...
Keep in mind that I didn't say the cars "perform" very differently, I said they "feel" differently.
I will say, however, that I agree that whatever I end up writing, it won't likely solve the argument about the performance differences between the F10 and the E60. I'll do my best to explain what I'm feeling as I drive the new car but the bottom line is that the cars do feel different. The problem is that some folks will like the new feel and some will not...
Keep in mind that I didn't say the cars "perform" very differently, I said they "feel" differently.
12-14-2010, 10:05 AM
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12-14-2010, 10:26 AM
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Doing my best everyone...Christmas is getting in the way a bit but boy do I have a ton of notes!!
I will say, however, that I agree that whatever I end up writing, it won't likely solve the argument about the performance differences between the F10 and the E60. I'll do my best to explain what I'm feeling as I drive the new car but the bottom line is that the cars do feel different. The problem is that some folks will like the new feel and some will not...
Keep in mind that I didn't say the cars "perform" very differently, I said they "feel" differently.
I will say, however, that I agree that whatever I end up writing, it won't likely solve the argument about the performance differences between the F10 and the E60. I'll do my best to explain what I'm feeling as I drive the new car but the bottom line is that the cars do feel different. The problem is that some folks will like the new feel and some will not...
Keep in mind that I didn't say the cars "perform" very differently, I said they "feel" differently.
12-15-2010, 12:34 AM
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Doing my best everyone...Christmas is getting in the way a bit but boy do I have a ton of notes!!
I will say, however, that I agree that whatever I end up writing, it won't likely solve the argument about the performance differences between the F10 and the E60. I'll do my best to explain what I'm feeling as I drive the new car but the bottom line is that the cars do feel different. The problem is that some folks will like the new feel and some will not...
Keep in mind that I didn't say the cars "perform" very differently, I said they "feel" differently.
I will say, however, that I agree that whatever I end up writing, it won't likely solve the argument about the performance differences between the F10 and the E60. I'll do my best to explain what I'm feeling as I drive the new car but the bottom line is that the cars do feel different. The problem is that some folks will like the new feel and some will not...
Keep in mind that I didn't say the cars "perform" very differently, I said they "feel" differently.
So, the most important question I have regarding the car: DOES IT PULL TO THE RIGHT?
12-15-2010, 02:12 AM
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On a few occasions, I've noticed some high-frequency sounds coming from the dashboard vents. After I cycle through the options, it tends to go away, but sometimes it takes a few tries.
12-15-2010, 04:13 AM
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No pulling to the right -- everything is tracking straight and true.
12-15-2010, 06:55 AM
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What are you talking about? ....Rudy OWNS a F10...if you didn't know.
BTW, I think you guys need to leave Rudy alone. If you do a search, he did post some favorable but brief comments about his F10 shortly after taking delivery. If he feels more comfortable about going into specifics, he'll do it in his own time.
But if you can't wait, go to a dealership, take a test drive, and see for yourself.
BTW, I think you guys need to leave Rudy alone. If you do a search, he did post some favorable but brief comments about his F10 shortly after taking delivery. If he feels more comfortable about going into specifics, he'll do it in his own time.
But if you can't wait, go to a dealership, take a test drive, and see for yourself.
I'm not new to the forum and drove the F10 550i before it was released for sale. I agree with Car and Drive's review of the F10. It lacks the traditional BMW spirit and soul that substantiated the "The Ultimate Driving Machine" label and praises that were bestowed on the e39 and e60. Does that mean the F10 is not a great car? Absolutely not. Is it different from what most BMW enthusiasts expect from a 5er? Probably so.