Roundel Magazine
12-17-2007, 07:55 AM
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My Ride: 2008 BMW 550i Sport
Carbon Black Metallic/Cream Beige
Manny tranny and other stuff
Recently gone, but never forgotten:
2005 Ford Mustang GT (hence the name)
Torch Red/Crimson
Manny tranny and every option available for that year
2002 Chrysler 300M Special
Brilliant Black/Light Taupe/Dark Slate
Autostick and goo-gobs of neat features that I will sorely miss
Is Roundel just fanboy propaganda or is it really objective (the competition included) and worth joining BMW CCA to get it?
12-17-2007, 01:28 PM
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It's a BMW enthusiasts magazine. You can read that as a fan-boy magazine but it really isn't. It has been highly critical of BMW at times. And you'll get a heathy dose of those who like/hate Chris Bangle as well as iDrive/non-iDrive and my personal favorite topic ... transmission choices. The magazine is worth the price of joining the BMWCCA but you also get discounts on parts and labor at most dealers plus owner loyalty rebates and meet ups with others in your area for workshops, events, and drives. 
12-17-2007, 07:52 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S Convertible. Midnight Blue, 6 Speed.Retired - 2007 997 Carrera S, Midnight Blue, Grey leather, premium audioRetired - 2007 550i, Monaco Blue over Beige, Navigation, Logic 7, Cold Weather Pack, Comfort Access, Sport Package
Model Year: 2008
100% agree with ImolaRedM. Roundel is absolutely excellent. It's one of the best BMW magazines available and I think the editorial team go to great lengths to maintain independence and balance. Well worth the price of membership of the BMW CCA on its own.
12-17-2007, 10:08 PM
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My Ride: 2008 550i Jet Black on Black Leather, SAT with Paddles, Logic 7, Comfort Seats, NAV, Sport Package, PDC, Xenons, Sirius, Trinity 12W LED Angel Eyes, RPi GT Exhaust, M rear spoiler, ACS Roof Spoiler, Tinted Tail Lights, Bimmian Carbon Fiber Pillar Trim, Bimmian Shadow 550i emblem, RPi Scoop, E60 Forum Cling, Mtec bulbs in fog lights, Mtec 2W LED for License Plate Light Bulbs, K&N Filter, Bimmian LED Smoked Side Markers, Blackout roundels, Carbon Fiber Kidney Grills.
Retired Rides - 1989 325i convertible, 1995 M3, 2002 X5, 2005 545i, 2008 X5 (Lemon)
I also agree, as a longstanding member of BMWCCA, I heartily suggest it to everyone here, as it offers many perks along with a monthly magazine that is full of invaluable information. Membership also entitles you to rebates from BMW when you purchase a new or CPO BMW. All in all, it is the best $40 you'll spend this year.
12-17-2007, 10:50 PM
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My Ride: 2007 E60 530i
Color: Jet Black/Black Anthracite
STEP | Sport | Premium | NAV | Logic 7
EXTERIOR:
M-Tech Kit | M5 Mirrors, Trunk Finisher | Jet Black Kidney Surrounds | Madico Charcool Tint 54%, 35%
LIGHTING:
Euro-Headlights | Euro-LCI Tail Lights | AiB V3.0 | Solaris Invisi-bulbs | OEM LED Plate Lights
PERFORMANCE:
Porterfield R4-S Brake Pads | K&N Air Filter
WHEELS & SUSPENSION:
Work VS-XX 20x9, 20x10 | Toyo T1R 245/30/20, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 295/25/20 | KW V2 Coilovers | Rogue Engineering 15mm Spacers
12-18-2007, 02:17 AM
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Yep same here;
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12-20-2007, 08:39 AM
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Club membership and Roundel are well worth the yearly dues. Its a great magazine. As a group, the columnists are superb. Satch Carlson can teach anyone how to write an automotive column. My only complaint is the incessant, knee-jerk, anti-iDrive rants. But that's something all e60 drivers learn to line with.
12-20-2007, 12:05 PM
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My Ride: 2005 545i | Black Sapphire Metallic | Black Dakota Leather | Anthracite Maple | 6 Speed Manual | Sport Package | Logic 7 | Sirius Satellite Radio
Model Year: 2005
The Roundel is just one of the benefits of becoming a BMW CCA member. One of the biggest benefits is the Membership Rewards Program, if you plan on buying a new or CPO model from a BMW dealer. The reward consists of a rebate from BMW NA that is between $500 and $1,500, depending on which model you buy. I received a check for $500 when I bought my CPO E60. That alone will pay for several years of membership.
The magazine is pretty objective. They include comparisons with other manufacturer like Infinity, MB and Lexus. There is an excellent Tech Talk section. They have guest writers such as Steven Dinan and Richard Griot.
The magazine is pretty objective. They include comparisons with other manufacturer like Infinity, MB and Lexus. There is an excellent Tech Talk section. They have guest writers such as Steven Dinan and Richard Griot.
12-22-2007, 04:15 AM
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My Ride: 2007 E60 530i
Color: Jet Black/Black Anthracite
STEP | Sport | Premium | NAV | Logic 7
EXTERIOR:
M-Tech Kit | M5 Mirrors, Trunk Finisher | Jet Black Kidney Surrounds | Madico Charcool Tint 54%, 35%
LIGHTING:
Euro-Headlights | Euro-LCI Tail Lights | AiB V3.0 | Solaris Invisi-bulbs | OEM LED Plate Lights
PERFORMANCE:
Porterfield R4-S Brake Pads | K&N Air Filter
WHEELS & SUSPENSION:
Work VS-XX 20x9, 20x10 | Toyo T1R 245/30/20, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 295/25/20 | KW V2 Coilovers | Rogue Engineering 15mm Spacers
My dad is considering getting a 650i next year. If I become BMW CCA member, can he take advantage of my rebate? Or do I need to add him on as an associate member?
And does anyone want to provide me with their membership # so I can put them down as a referrer? Not sure if you guys get credit for it.
And does anyone want to provide me with their membership # so I can put them down as a referrer? Not sure if you guys get credit for it.