Hello, just bought an 08 535d
04-22-2007, 08:43 AM
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Hi there, I thought I'd post an introductory message as I've just sorted out a new 2008 535d...
The new car replaces my M6 which was, truthfully, the best car I've ever owned but was just too impractical and was spending too much time sitting still rather than being driven as it should be. So, I wandered into the local BMW dealer on Friday and the first thing I spotted was an 08 535d in carbon black with a black leather interior and a reasonable set of options. It was allegedly bound for the local BMW divisional manager and had been in the showroom for just an hour.
One quick test drive and 20 minutes negotiation later and I'll be swapping cars this week once they've fitted a tracking device and a tow hitch so I can mount a cycle carrier on the back. Delivery times at the moment would have meant August, so as a creature of instant gratification I''m pretty pleased.
Spec is:
E60 535d A M Sport Saloon
Carbon black / black Dakota leather
Visibility package
Media package
M double spoke 172 19" wheels
Electric glass sunroof
Auto dim int + ext mirror
Front seat heating
Anthracite bamboo wood
Extended interior light package
High beam assistant
DAB digital radio
Hi-fi loudspeaker system
M rear spoiler
Sun protection glass
After running in I'm going to be sorely tempted with a DMS upgrade, but even on the test drive the wall of torque was pretty apparent.
I'll post pictures in a few days.
BC
The new car replaces my M6 which was, truthfully, the best car I've ever owned but was just too impractical and was spending too much time sitting still rather than being driven as it should be. So, I wandered into the local BMW dealer on Friday and the first thing I spotted was an 08 535d in carbon black with a black leather interior and a reasonable set of options. It was allegedly bound for the local BMW divisional manager and had been in the showroom for just an hour.
One quick test drive and 20 minutes negotiation later and I'll be swapping cars this week once they've fitted a tracking device and a tow hitch so I can mount a cycle carrier on the back. Delivery times at the moment would have meant August, so as a creature of instant gratification I''m pretty pleased.
Spec is:
E60 535d A M Sport Saloon
Carbon black / black Dakota leather
Visibility package
Media package
M double spoke 172 19" wheels
Electric glass sunroof
Auto dim int + ext mirror
Front seat heating
Anthracite bamboo wood
Extended interior light package
High beam assistant
DAB digital radio
Hi-fi loudspeaker system
M rear spoiler
Sun protection glass
After running in I'm going to be sorely tempted with a DMS upgrade, but even on the test drive the wall of torque was pretty apparent.
I'll post pictures in a few days.
BC
04-22-2007, 09:06 AM
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My Ride: 520D 2006 - Media Package, M-tec Kit, Lighting package, extended lights, Leather seats, Auto High beam. Carbon Black, with black leather.
Congrates, on the new car. I'm sure you'll love it. If you dont mind me asking, did you do a straight swap. Also what was the price its was on display for?
I'm going for a remap tomorrow with chippeduk. The reason why i picked them over DMS, was the extra gain but the lower cost is also big plus. I'll be posting the result on here.
I'm going for a remap tomorrow with chippeduk. The reason why i picked them over DMS, was the extra gain but the lower cost is also big plus. I'll be posting the result on here.
04-22-2007, 09:25 AM
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Welcome Blackcat !
Congrats with your new acquirement !
535d is a fine machine, hopefully, you won't miss the roar of the M6 !
Congrats with your new acquirement !
535d is a fine machine, hopefully, you won't miss the roar of the M6 !
04-22-2007, 09:37 AM
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Yes, congrats on your purchase!
Mine is due next week - been waiting since early january! The 172s seem to be this years alloy of choice - i've a loan car of a 530d at the moment in carbon black with black leather and it has them - as have most of the staff 5 series in my local dealership.
I have ordered them on mine - its silver with black leather.
Yes, very seriously contemplating the DMS remap myself.
Mine is due next week - been waiting since early january! The 172s seem to be this years alloy of choice - i've a loan car of a 530d at the moment in carbon black with black leather and it has them - as have most of the staff 5 series in my local dealership.
I have ordered them on mine - its silver with black leather.
Yes, very seriously contemplating the DMS remap myself.
04-22-2007, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by biggun' post='416573' date='Apr 22 2007, 06:06 PM
Congrates, on the new car. I'm sure you'll love it. If you dont mind me asking, did you do a straight swap. Also what was the price its was on display for?
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04-22-2007, 09:37 PM
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CONGRATS and post pics asap... yet to test drive one going this weekend. M6 had to be a blast, can't stop looking at them when i see them on the highway flying....
04-22-2007, 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by DINAN530i' post='416728' date='Apr 23 2007, 06:37 AM
M6 had to be a blast, can't stop looking at them when i see them on the highway flying....
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Well, I wouldn't call the 535d underpowered... 
Congrats to your purchase; when both brain and heart are active in a purchase you cannot go wrong!
Congrats to your purchase; when both brain and heart are active in a purchase you cannot go wrong!
